Pandora Buying Decisions

There are many different decisions people are faced with every day but purchasing Pandora doesn’t need to be one of them.

People are faced with decision every day. Many of these decisions are normally made at work because people spend most of their lives at work. These types of decisions are usually very rational decisions – for example someone may prioritise their workload so that the important things get done first. Decisions also need to be made outside of work. These decisions tend to be less rational, and depending on where people are and who they are with, they can be very irrational.

One decision people have to make is what they can buy. This is a very important decision as purchasing an item can help people express themselves in different ways. There are many choices available to consumers as retailers try to attract as many people as possible. Some people like to buy the latest gadgetry and electrical equipment such as the new slim and lite PSP and brand new high definition televisions whilst others like to purchase top jewellery brands such as Pandora and Leo Diamond.

Purchasing electrical equipment can certainly help people relax, but since people spend most of their time at work and outside the house, it makes sense to buy something they can see all the time. Buying Pandora enables people to do this as they can wear Pandora on their arm mainly, and also around their neck. This means that people can constantly walk around in their day to day lives and show off their Pandora jewellery.

Pandora is also very fashionable and wearing Pandora can certainly make people feel better about themselves. This is especially important when people find themselves in situations where they lack confidence, for example at work. Pandora is so lovely to look at that observers may well comment on the Pandora jewellery they see and make a positive and kind comment. This can then inspire confidence in the person wearing the Pandora jewellery.

There are many other reasons why people buy Pandora too and again these are all decisions which people have come to. Some people like to customise their own jewellery and therefore Pandora is an obvious choice when buying jewellery as people can pick and choose which Pandora charms they want. Other decisions include price points – the initial bracelet or necklace is a set price, and people can add as many charms as they want at the time or can afford at the time. When people have more money to spend they can then buy more Pandora jewellery.

Pandora is one of the most sought after jewellery brands in the UK and people just love to have it. Buying into the Pandora brand should not be a decision but a way of life. It should be second nature to consumers as Pandora has so many qualities associated with it.

Tips on Keeping a Wedding Affordable

Let's face it; we can't all have a Beverly Hills style wedding. If the thought of your wedding day makes you cringe at the thought of the bills you will have to pay to afford it, it is time to plan a budget. Yup, that B word.
That doesn't mean we can't have fun with what we have. You too can have a beautiful wedding on a budget. It just takes a bit of extra planning and knowing where to go.

Budgeting On The Small Things - To Spend More On The Important Things

The trick to planning a wedding is to be realistic as well as knowing what is important. Do you really need to have expensive roses at every turn? Do you need for your wedding party plates to be porcelain and gold? Realize that the more you can save on certain aspects, the little bit more you could spend on the things that matter to you most, like the wedding dress.

Start with knowing how much you would like to spend, and be realistic. Here's a list at the necessary expenses you can expect from a wedding:

Ceremony site

Reception site

Food/Caterers

Wedding cake

Bride's dress

Groom's tuxedo

Bride's maids' dresses

Invitations

Photography/Video

Tables and other equipment rentals

Transportation

Flowers

Decorations

Wedding favors

Music

Thank you cards (for after the wedding)

You might notice that really, it can be a very simple list when you put it all together and know what you will need. You can go through the list one by one. Note what will be most important to you and where you would be willing to budget. There are tricks to getting the wedding you want, and spending what you want. You don't need a wedding consultant or a high priced caterer to help. In fact, you'll save money if you can do it yourself.

Locations For Your Wedding On A Budget

It all starts with where the wedding will take place. It could be something as simple as a park and gardens. Imagine you might have to decorate less if you pick a location that is already beautiful.

If it will be a church, perhaps see if the church might already be decorated itself. Many churches do not need much decorating additions at all; some already have flowers already in place. If many weddings happen at a particular location, see if you can conspire with another bride and split the cost on flowers and decorations at the place, by having your wedding a little later in the afternoon on the same day.

The location itself doesn't have to be expensive. This is especially true if you call ahead and plan early. The earlier you pick a location, the easier it is to get what you want and at a good price. Remember, a weekday wedding might actually be more affordable than a weekend wedding.

Wedding Cake and Food

Let's start with the cake. There are now tricks that many bakeries are doing to be able to help you get a nice cake without spending a lot. One of the newer tricks is to make a 'fake' cake. The cake has only certain parts that are real cake, like a certain corner of the cake where the bride and groom will cut into, and the top part for saving.

After the cake is cut into, it can be carted off, or it can remain on the table as a decoration only. Pan style cakes are then passed to guests. You could even have mini-cakes created for each guests, which is still cheaper. In the end, it is more affordable to do it this way. Ask a baker about making a 'fake' cake for a tight budget.

For the food, a buffet style wedding is highly recommended by most. It relieves the problem of having to ask, "Chicken or vegetarian?" Imagine all those lost cards and the occasional surprise guests? Buffet style is certainly the way to go.

Plus, if you still want to skimp on the caterer, you can ask the cooks in the family to conspire with you and help out. What could be better to share with friends and family than the favorite dishes you grew up loving? It is a great way to share some memories with all.

Wedding Gowns and Tuxedos

There is so much to consider here. It is an important part of your wedding, though you will only wear a wedding gown once. If you think it will be an important memento that you will want to keep for a while, the best part is to plan ahead and shop early. Perhaps if you consider it a little more, you might think of borrowing a wedding dress, or reselling the dress after on consignment.

Consignment shops are great locations to get designer wedding dresses that are still in like new condition. You'll save so much money and you'll still get a dress, and you might find a wider selection in one or two locations. Don't forget about bride's maids' dresses. Check those same locations for ideas.
Tuxedos are a bit easier to deal with, but what you want to remember is to call in as early as possible. Get all the men fitted and make sure the tuxes arrive at least a day early, so you can make any needed changes if there are problems. You'll save time and frustration by doing it early.

Wedding Invitations, Flowers, and Favors

Other places you can save are in the small things. Buying flowers that are in season can be more affordable. Favors can be bought in bulk online at a variety of stores. Again, shopping around and planning ahead can help.

Wedding invitations are probably a place where you will want to save money by planning early. One of the very first things to think about is what to say and how many invitations you need. You can shop online for wedding invitations and you might find them cheaper online. You can get a copy of an invitation before they are printed off, so you can make any needed corrections before they are sent off.

Music, Decorations and Wedding Photography

Music for during the wedding and at the reception can be selected before hand and made to play on speakers. Ask a music and tech savvy relative to help with burning disks of music and setting up the system. You'll save money on a DJ.

Decorations can be easily bought online. There are many you can buy in bulk and you can purchase ahead of the event, especially to ensure you have enough. Centerpieces can be as simple as a glass vase with candles or a bowl with fancy candies inside.

The photography can be easily worked with. Digital cameras have a very good quality and are relatively cheap. You can give some to photo savvy relatives who can be in charge of taking photographs at the wedding and after. If you want to ensure professional quality, hire a photographer for the wedding only, and select how many shots you want ahead of time.

So you too can take steps to ensure you will have a beautiful wedding, even if you have a limited budget. Take it easy on certain elements to spend more on things that matter. Keep it simple, and keep it fun.

The Wedding Photographer

Photojournalism, which is the collection, editing and presenting of news for publication or broadcast, has become an approach to documenting the wedding adopted by many top wedding photographers in recent years. The photo album almost becomes a documentary. Pictures can be a combination of color and black an white, which gives added interest. The Wedding Photojournalist doesn't just take pictures, they create memories. Many of the photos on a couples wedding day can't retaken. Like the ceremony; when it's over, it's over. Or, when he lifts her veil and they kiss for the first time as husband and wife, you want a wedding professional, who has the right equipment, looking through that lens.

When selecting your wedding photojournalist, the business details such as the contract, album design, number of proofs, schedule, and price are all necessary details that need to be discussed and agreed upon. But the saying, "You Get What You Pay For", certainly applies when shopping for a creative wedding photojournalist. If the price is right, but the pictures aren't, the savings surely won't be worth it. A professional will have professional equipment in quality camera bags.

First, you need to be on the same page in regards to what you're expecting to receive at the end of the day. If there are specific pictures that you want taken, make sure you let your photojournalist know in advance. Don't assume that they'll automatically know. You don't, however, want to over control your photographer. The most memorable shots will be those natural, undirected moments.

If you look at wedding albums of your parents or grandparents, they're pretty much the same. Bride and groom; bride and groom with bride's parents; bride and groom with groom's parents; bride and groom with both sets of parents; bride and groom hands displaying rings; and so on. Couples are now looking for something different. They want their photographs to express who they are and what the day was really about. With maybe a few posed shots thrown in here and there. It takes a skilled creative professional to document your wedding successfully in this style. Capturing the REAL moments of the day, not just what you looked like. Don't trust your treasured memories to an uncle with a camera; trust them to that professional with the camera bag full of high-end camera equipment and accessories that will produce that beautiful, one-of-kind wedding album.

Choosing A Wedding Cakes

When a wedding reception is coming to an end, it is tradition that the cake is cut. A wedding cake is the signature of a wedding and no wedding ceremony can ever be complete without a cake. The sweet nature of cake just shows you how marriage is supposed to be like. It is an adventure which should be traveled in a gentle way adding sweet thoughts and feelings as brought out by the cake. The cake is symbolic to many other things and, no matter the size; a good cake will always speak for itself. Before you have a cake to cut in the first place, it is vital for you to know the kinds of arrangements you should take to see that you have a good wedding cake. First, visit a local cake shop and just look at the variety. Without putting too much thought on it, just look at the way the cakes are displayed and look at how they marvel you. When looking for cake, you cannot think too much, your eyes will tell you all you need to know. There are different varieties of cake and how it is displayed and styled.

A wedding cake will be on display at the reception and, the key word is to look for a cake that will make people salivate. Before you choose the kind of cake to go with, it is vital for you to sample the cakes. You will seek to find out what the ingredients are and how they are made. If you have particular flavors in mind, this is the time to look for them. You want your cake to appeal to all your guests. Therefore, choose the flavors that are commonly likable to as many people as possible. There are cakes which will have some additions of nuts to them. If you know that most people are alright with the certain kinds of nuts, you can use the cake. However, if you feel that some people might be allergic, you can choose one that has no nuts. Your local cake store will be the source of your information as you seek to find a suitable wedding cake. You can also go online for inspiration and you are surely not going to be disappointed.

Decorations on a wedding cake will always carry the day. There are cakes that include a particular theme on them. Many will have the bride and groom figures on them. The size or quantity of cake will also matter. If you have many guests, you will seek to have a large cake. In many ceremonies, cake should be enough for everyone and you do not have to cut the budget on it. Colors play a major role when it comes to cake. Your theme colors can be used for the cake. It is hard to find a cake that is not attractive but, you need to choose something you really like. Once you have baked or purchased it, you have to store it as stipulated to make it perfect. When it comes to cutting it, the bride and groom will share slices of cake to symbolize their sweet union. The bride’s maids will then feed guests cake and, as you indulge in the pleasures of cake, you will not forget the lovely occasion.

Choosing Wedding Themes

The one day in a woman’s life that means everything to her is her dream wedding. Every bride wants her wedding to be the most beautiful and precious day of her life. That means getting everything right and the way she wants it. Planning a wedding can be a very big weight to carry but as time goes on you start getting everything ready. The first thing to do is think of what kind of wedding theme you want for your wedding. Having a theme can make your whole wedding come together.

Many weddings you see are more traditional and romantic themed weddings. This can consist of the flowing white wedding dress, roses, candles, and romantic music. This is one of the most common wedding themes around. One of the reasons this is the most popular is because of it being romantic. Romance is something every woman loves.

There are also beach style weddings. This can be one of two ways. You can a romantic beach theme wedding or you can have the more fun and outgoing beach theme wedding. If you are more of the romantic beach theme person then a very common thing is the horseback ride. This can be very romantic on the beach of your wedding. Now if you are more of the fun loving party beach theme then you are looking for more upbeat music and wild beach fun foods.

You can also theme your wedding around the seasons. Whatever season you are getting married in can also be the theme of your wedding. Fit your colors of your wedding by the colors of the season. This can give your wedding a beautiful seasonal look. If you are getting married in spring or summer then you will want to look at the kinds of flowers that grow in them seasons. Therefore, you might be looking at some pinks, yellows, and reds. Now if you are more into the fall then you might want to look into reds, orange, and maybe a light brown. Winter of course is more of the white snow look. You can also add in some red to make it look more of the winter season.

Wedding themes can also be planned around your ethnic background. This can be a fun way to show your ethnic background and also enjoy a beautiful wedding. For example if you are Italian than you might want to look into the colors of it. In addition, you can plan your food for the wedding reception around Italian food.

Wedding themes can range from anything you imagine. Wedding themes can help you plan your wedding a lot easier and faster. It is simpler to have a theme and plan around that. So now it is the time to sit down with your husband to be and pick out that perfect wedding theme for your perfect wedding day. Make sure to pick out one you both agree on or if you both find one you like try combining the two themes to come up with something new and exciting.

Engaging: Kaitlyn & Jordan

Kaitlyn and Jordan have set the date for August 14th!  I'm so excited to be 

working with them on what will be a vintage Hamptons sea worthy event.  The planning fun has begun and there is sure to be lots of details to look forward to.  Having

 Amelia Lyon in the mix too is making me

so excited I can hardly stand it.  Thanks Amelia 

for these gorgeous pictures!  

Below is Amelia's favorite shot of the day... she said " Kaitlyn's eyes look insane here." I would have to agree with that. Stunning uh?! 

This is one of my favorite shots along with of course the boat pictures below.  I love the softness and texture of the sand here and how beautiful their eyes look as well in this photo!  

This is Robyn's favorite shot and I think my very favorite too- Loooove it. 

How to choose?  Anyone else have some input or favorites.  This is going to be a tough one.  :)

Happy Mother's Day!

 Hope you moms and future moms out there are having a wonderful day! 

 I'm going out to sushi with my mom today - sushi is her favorite food. ;) What about you? You doing anything fun for mom today?

 I thought this picture was perfect to celebrate my mother today too... seeing as it's her fault I'm in love with the beach. As a little girl we used to go there every weekend to explore the tide-pools and dance with the waves on the shore. I'm not a mom yet, (this is Robyn speaking) but I hope to take my kids there someday too... I know they'll love beach days with mom as much as I did. 

photo found here.