Ten tips for planning an Irish wedding from overseas

As if getting married were not nerve-wracking enough, trying to do it from overseas can add to the complication, stress and expense. Where are your friends and family when you need them? Across the sea and possibly in another time zone.

1. Jump into the paperwork

2. Set a budget and stick to it

3. Decide on a venue

4. Keep a paper trail

5. Take advantage of help

6. Be aware of cultural differences

7. Do your research

8. Join a group

9. Leave the inessentials to last

10. Expect the unexpected

What Type Of DJ Do You Want To Be?

Literally every day a DJ is asking someone somewhere for tips and advice on how to get gigs playing in clubs or parties or even how to become the next superstar.

The five types of DJ…

Mobile DJs – These are the guys who are playing at wedding receptions, bar mitzvahs, corporate events and so on.

Sports/college bar DJ – If you see one of these DJs playing, you might think they are similar to mobile DJs, but they are more a cross between what you’ll see a mobile DJ do and what a club DJ will do.

Mainstream club DJ – Moving up the ladder from playing smaller bars is the mainstream club. These are the spots you’ll see that might range from the tourist trap to the glam bottle service club.

Underground club DJ – This is probably the one spot most young DJs want to be in. Big or small, they want to be the DJ in the cool venue that plays music that isn’t normally heard in the realm of the mainstream.

Rave DJ – I could throw this under the “underground club DJ” slot, but there is a bigger difference now between someone who shows up and playing a normal set of house or trance in a big club versus the guy who shows up at a massive one-night event and plays music most clubs wouldn’t touch.

7 Tips For Getting The Most Out Of Your Wedding Photos

Planning a wedding is a daunting tasks with so many aspects to take into consideration and wedding photos is one of them.

1. Book your engagement session

2. Come up with a realistic wedding photography timeline and stick to it

3. Keep your bridal room as tidy as possible

4. Hire a wedding videographer who has worked with your photographer before

5. Prepare a list of your family group photos in advance

6. Allow at least 1 hour for your creative couple wedding photos

7. Remember to smile!

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8 Tips for Planning a Bridal Shower

Hosting a bridal shower is such an honor to do for the bride to be. Though it can be very stressful to coordinate between what the bride wants and what the bridal party may suggest, there are simple steps you can take to make it the best shower ever!

Use the wedding colors.

Make it a potluck.

Have fun games prepared.

Light bites and cocktails go a long way.

Shower your guests with cute favors (that they can actually use!).

Splurge on florals.

Pass out dessert when presents are being opened.

Have a cocktail bar!

How to Emcee a Wedding: 7 Expert tips from Omega Design Events

Let’s face it, wedding master of ceremony is a tough job. It’s not enough that you have to perform in front of a large crowd and try to entertain them, but you’re doing it in front of family and friends and have to cater to a huge variety of tastes. It’s no wonder that so many MCs get freaked out when asked to take on the challenge. It may seem like you are bestowing a great opportunity on your emcee, but make sure they are fully equipped to do the job.

Tip #1 – Organize and coach the speakers

Tip #2 – Time your breaks accordingly

Tip #3 – Stay connected with both sides of the family

Tip #4 – Communicate the agenda and logistics to the crowd

Tip #5 – Play to Your strengths and don’t force the funny

Tip #6 – Avoid open mic

Tip #7 – Always end with Father of the bride speeches

Matching Music Genres to Your Wedding Theme

Our wedding DJs understand how important it is to match the right music to the theme of your wedding. Your wedding celebration needs to be memorable with upbeat music that fits well with the theme otherwise, the theme and music will not complement each other.

Ballroom Music

This music genre works well with fairy tale weddings.

Swing Music

This genre is well suited for weddings with a retro, vintage 1930s to 1940s theme.

Country Music

For country themed weddings, country music is a great pairing.

Irish Music

If you are planning on a Celtic theme for your wedding, you will want to include some Irish music at your reception.

Bollywood Music

For Hindi and Indian inspired themes, Bollywood music is a perfect fit for part of your reception’s entertainment.