7 Tips From a Recent Bride That Are a Must Read
Olsen-Media has reached out to a few brides they have worked with for some helpful tips to give to upcoming brides. The following tips were given by Megan Cron. She was such a beautiful bride and she has some great advice to give that we are so excited to share with you in hopes that they will help make your special day, even more so!
TIP I. "Do what you can together in your wedding preparations - It’s so fun to look back on your time together making plans, going to meetings, right down to putting stickers on your welcome boxes."
TIP II. "Don’t sweat the small stuff - Looking back you’ll regret focusing on the little things that others would never notice."
"don't sweat the small stuff"
TIP III. "Try to get everything done a couple days before the big day so that the day before the wedding you can relax and take it all in - That will help you to not be nervous or anxious thinking of what you still need to do."
TIP IV. "Make decisions based on what you want as a couple, not what other people will think - Guests and family will enjoy themselves no matter what you do. This is YOUR wedding day and you won’t get another like it!"
TIP V. "Take a marriage prep class - This is so helpful in bringing the two of you together before the big day. It gives you the opportunity to talk about things you may not have talked about and also gives you new perspective on how the other person is feeling as you get closer to being married."
TIP VI. "Keep open dialog with the important people in your life and wedding - They are just as excited as you are and should be kept informed. They can also help with tasks and give you some peace of mind when you are overwhelmed."
TIP VII. "Keep having date nights - This will help you to remember what is most important…each other!"
"keep having date nights"
We hope that you find these few tips helpful in your journey to a beautiful wedding day and all the days leading up! I'm sure you notice a lot watching Megan and Patrick's wedding video. When I first watched it, I was aw struck by the beautiful wedding dress, the super cute bridesmaids robes that all matched, Megan's beautiful hair style, even the darling cards they wrote in to each other. I noticed the little details, which of course is the challenging part of planning a wedding.
But here's the thing... all of those little details that you think mean so much when planning your big day are most likely not the details you'll remember about the day; it will be the little things like the look your husband had on his face when he saw you for the first time on that day, or the way you choked up reading his letter to you and the loving words that will stay with your forever.
"it will be the little things... that will stay with you forever"
So as Megan stated so well, try not to stress about the little stuff that you simply can't change on your day. Try to be in the moment without letting a moment pass you by, because the day will go by fast! The reason that this video is so beautiful doesn't have to do with those little details, because Megan and Patrick's love for each other is the thing that makes this video so in captivating. You can see the undeniable love they hold for each other and the way their day flowed with such elegance because of that one simple fact. You can clearly see their priorities were nowhere but with each other, and that's something all of us should strive for when planning that special day.
Thank you Megan for your contribution to this series!
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Amanda + Matthew - June Wedding in White Bear Lake, Minnesota
Amanda and Matthew had such a wonderful wedding! Everything was just perfect including these two. Nothing could stop the smiles on their faces. I don't think they stopped smiling since they saw each other for the first time while Amanda walked down the aisle. I had a great time filming with you guys and hope you enjoy reliving your big day over and over! Thanks for choosing Olsen Media!
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"First Look"... Do or Don't
Something as special as the first time you see your future husband or wife before saying I do is a big deal, to say the least. You want it to be right and to be a moment you think back on with such fond memory. For in that moment your world will change forever, as you look into the eyes of the person who is with you now and will be there until the end. There are different ways to do this, and as a women I can honestly say that it isn't an easy decision to make. What decision is easy when planning the day that sets the rest of your life into action? None! I am here to help and hopefully help make this decision a little easier for you! There are positives and not so great things to anything but it really comes down to what is best for you, as a soon to be married couple. There are two ways that are common to see one another for the first time before you say, "I do" and though different, both are special in their own, unique ways.
Let's point out the details of each to help steer you in the direction of what is a right for you...
Way #1: The Traditional Way
First, lets take a moment to point out the positives of seeing one another for the first time while walking down that beautiful aisle!
- You get to see each other for the first time in front of your dearest family and friends. And in doing so, they get to share that moment and be a reminder to you of the excitement and expressions encompassed in that moment when you walked towards the love of your life. This can be so special!
- That exciting thought, that the next time you see the love of your life you will be walking down that aisle towards them and not a moment before!
Now, lets point out some of the things you may not prefer about this traditional way of seeing one another for the first time!
- This moment is shared with family and friends!
- In this moment, when you are excited to see your soon to be spouse, your focus may be divided by the nerves of having all eyes on you. However, if you do not have stage freight, ignore this! You are lucky!
- When you see each other, most likely your hearts will jump for joy and you will probably want to jump with them, and into each other's arms! Not only that, but you may want to "ooo", and "ahhh" over how enchanting you both look and express how you are feeling in that moment. With this traditional way, it's not to say you can't do those things but in front of family and friends that's not typically how it happens.
Recap of why the "Traditional Way" MAY BE for you:
- You want the first time you see each other to be witnessed and shared with family and friends!
- It's the way you have always pictured it happening!
Recap of why the "Traditional Way" may NOT be for you:
- You want the this moment to be more private!
- You want to option to express feelings in whatever way you are feeling in that moment!
- You have nerves in front of people, that may take away from the first moment you see one another for the first time!
Way #2: First Look Way
Alright, let's uncover the positives of seeing one another in private before walking down the aisle!
- You won't need to worry about the added nerves of your friends and family being there to watch the first time you see one another!
- You are able to freely express your authentic feelings in that very special moment however you choose! Whether that be jumping into each other's arms and hugging and kissing, telling each other how incredible you both look, or praying a prayer together before the whole point of the day gets taken underway!
- Depending on the schedule of your day, the photos you take with the wedding party and your future spouse may fit in better before the ceremony and this way of seeing each other for the first time allows that!
Now, lets point out some of the things you may not prefer about this "First Look" way of seeing one another for the first time!
- Even though this way of seeing each other for the first time has it's benefits, if the thought of this is just not giving you a happy gut feeling because you have always envisioned something different, than maybe this isn't for you. You need to be true to yourselves! This is your day after all!
- Maybe it's important to you to share this moment with your closest family and friends, and you don't mind the nerves or don't have them!
- Sharing the moment with family and friends outweighs the reasons for why you would do a "First Look"!
Recap of why the "First Look Way" MAY BE for you:
- You want to say goodbye to added nerves!
- You want that private time to express your feelings in whatever way you choose!
- It makes the most sense with the schedule of your day!
Recap of why the "First Look Way" may NOT be for you:
- It's just not how you have envisioned it happening, and that's okay!
- Nerves aren't a concern for you!
- Wanting your family and friends there outweigh the other reasons you would choose to do a "First Look"!
I hope that in reading this, it has helped make your decision a little easier and has made what you truly want stand out!
Olivia Saari - Administrative Assistant, Olsen Media
Which way do you prefer and why? Let us know in the comments!
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Photography by Alison Lea Photography
Venue - Vadnais Heights Commons
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Kiel + Grace - Wonderful Barn Wedding in Central Minnesota
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Benjamin + Emily - Beautiful Fall Wedding in Southern Minnesota
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Michael + Kaylin - Beautiful Rochester, MN Wedding at Mayowood Stone Barn
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Venue - Mayowood Stone Barn
Photographer - Copper and Coal Photography
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Everything about this wedding was just beautiful from the venues to the clothes and especially the people, inside and out. Megan and Patrick were such a joy to film because they are the genuine article, their love is plain to see! Their celebration was full of laughs and sentiments and couldn't have turned out any better. Thank you to Megan and Patrick for having me film your big day!
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Planning - White Peacock Weddings
Photography - Melissa Oholendt
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Mike + Carleen - Beautiful St. Paul Wedding at University of Northwestern's Nazareth Chapel
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