Is that really true? In my opinion it’s the single most important thing. Yet it surprises me how often couples ignore this while paying attention to the venue, the food and the decoration. I think bad food, a shared wedding venue or even a dull and dry audience can be ignored or forgotten if you have music to enliven the mood. A nice drink with some decent dance is all it takes to get wedding guests over bad food or a bad venue. If your entertainment isn’t good, everyone will notice immediately and then even good food and venue won’t help much.

So how do we find out about the DJ?

The best bet is a video capturing any previous live performance. Sites like YouTube and Metacafe will easily show you such uploaded videos. I am not in favor of a demo CD as with modern softwares anyone can make a decent demo CD. Also, video gives you a chance to see the mood of the audience also which in my opinion is the single most important thing to look for while selecting your wedding DJ.

How do I know kind of band and how many musicians to look for?

A rule of the thumb is the size of your gathering. As the size increases so does the number of musicians required. Its simple physics because as the size of gathering increases, so will the size of the venue and hence you need more to catch the attention of your guests. For a small gathering of around 50 guests, 2 musicians would be enough. A trio with decent amplification will be OK for about 100 guests. But for anything over 100 it’s best to go for a band of around 4 musicians with a good quality PA system. Lighting for the stage and the dance floor must be equally matched.

How should the performance be organized?

The current trend is 3 sets of 45 minutes of live music each for a four hour period. Some couples prefer 2 sets of 1 hour each depending upon their food and other events. Most musicians will have their CD player hooked up to the venues PA system during the gaps and for sometime before the start of the live performance.

How much would I need to spend?

In today’s tough economic conditions, value for money is the mantra for most musicians. However, you shouldn’t crimp much because that will compromise reliability and quality of performance both.

A wedding can be one of the happiest days a couple will experience in their lifetime. You can capture that happiness by displaying your favorite wedding photo in a beautiful wedding picture frame. Wedding picture frames make a wonderful, thoughtful gift that every newlywed will appreciate but sometimes it can be challenging to find the right frame. To help make it easier to find the right frame, here is a list of five different types of wedding picture frames:

1. Decorative Wedding Picture Frames: These types of wedding picture frames are very popular and come in a wide variety of styles and finishes. You can find decorative wedding picture frames in everything from jeweled, white glazed enamel to sterling silver, silver plate and gold leaf picture frames. They usually hold a single wedding photo which makes them perfect for a lovely wedding gift.

2. Wedding Collage Picture Frames: With collage frames you can display multiple wedding pictures in a single frame. Whether your photos are formal wedding portraits or candid, fun pictures from the reception, they will look great displayed in a collage frame.

And if you want to customize your wedding collage picture frame, consider using a picture frame mat and personalizing it. Mats can be inscribed with a wide variety of special messages- notes from guests or family, wedding vows, special poems or any other personalized message can be added. Or if you would like a more formal look, you can always choose a collage with framed openings.

3. Wedding Scrapbook Picture Frames: Scrapbook pages are a wonderful way to capture special memories of a happy occasion. You can create a wedding scrapbook page just to be framed or select a favorite scrapbook page from your book and display a different one regularly. Scrapbook picture frames allow you to create a memorable collection on your wall or table of wedding keepsakes, such as a wedding cake napkin, the wedding invitation or other memorabilia to remind you of that special day.

If you enjoy creating scrapbook pages, then you know the endless options that are available in creating a personalized page. A wedding is a fun subject to create a scrapbook page on because you there are many different ways to unleash your artistic talent and create a beautiful display for the happy couple. There is no better way to share memories with the people you love then to capture them in a scrapbook page.

4. Engraved Picture Frames: Engraved wedding picture frames are a popular wedding keepsake that are available in a wide variety of styles and finishes. Three of the most popular precious metals used for engraved wedding frames are pewter, silver plate and sterling silver. By using high quality materials like sterling silver, pewter and silver plate, this will help to ensure you get a a good quality engraving. And, make sure to never engrave frames that aren’t designed for engraving.

5. Wedding Shadow Box Picture Frames: With every wedding there are lots of pictures and special mementos you want to keep to remind you of the special day. That’s why shadow box frames are the perfect way to preserve and enjoy special wedding keepsakes. Shadow box frames can display a wide variety of items like the wedding invitation, embossed wedding napkins, the groom’s boutonniere, wedding favors or any other small keepsake. There are lots of different items that could be saved to help serve as nice reminders of that special day. But no matter what you choose to display, remember that a shadow box frame is the easiest and most versatile way to display different shaped mementos and favorite pictures. Wedding shadow box frames are a wonderful way to display and protect your favorite wedding keepsakes.

Hopefully, this article has given you some new ideas for displaying your wedding photos and keepsakes or giving the perfect wedding gift. Framing wedding pictures and mementos is a great way to keep cherished memories of a special day beautifully displayed and protected.

While scrolling through page after page of gorgeous Russian and Ukrainian girls’ profiles, many gentlemen can’t believe their eyes. The beauty they possess just cannot be compared to other women. How is it possible? How can it be? Here are some likely reasons. 

Pretty is a Priority

Russian women put their appearance above all else. They firmly believe that if you look good, you feel good, and they make every effort to do so. Even though these ladies have typically lower incomes and limited resources, most will spend any rubles they can on cosmetics and clothing. 

Fans of Fitness

Fitness clubs and health spas are two of the most popular businesses in Russia. Women include exercise in their daily lives. When they aren’t at the gym, they are walking to most places they need to go. This commitment to a healthy lifestyle keeps them looking trim and slim. 

Ingrained from Infancy

The emphasis that Russian women put on their appearance is taught to them at a very young age. They learn to respect men and strive to attract their love and attention. They are expected to waste no time finding a husband and raising a happy family, just like their sisters, mothers, and grandmothers have done. 

Brides Believe in Beauty Even More 

The hot Russian brides on dating sites are serious about meeting their perfect match and know they have plenty of competition. Many ladies have professional photos taken and try to present the very best and most beautiful images of themselves in order to attract their mates more quickly. They want to impress and please the gentlemen and thoroughly enjoy receiving compliments on their beauty. 

While genetics and ancestry also play a part in the astonishing beauty of Russian and Ukrainian brides, much of this phenomenon can be contributed to their culture and lifestyle. Some gentlemen may be intimidated by their shocking good looks at first, but they soon find out how friendly, open, and loving these ladies really are. Find your hot Russian bride today!

Fridays at the office are considered business casual day.  What does that exactly mean?  Business is business and casual is casual so how do you combined the two styles?  Friday is a dress down day so you know that business casual does not mean a suit but it does mean that you have look nice and neat but can be a little bit casual at the same time.  

Let’s examine what Business Casual isn’t. Save the following items for your weekend or at-home wardrobe: zip-front hooded sweatshirts, team jackets, jean jackets, T-shirts with slogans, midriff-baring tops, tank tops, well-worn jeans, spandex pants, stirrup pants, overalls, biking shorts, sweat pants, mini skirts, see-through tops, halter tops, flip-flops, sneakers and sandals. Never forget that the first word in business casual is “business” and casual does not mean a day at the beach.

Business casual must always include high-quality pieces, hose or socks, appropriate underwear, footwear in good repair, coordinated accessories, clean, styled hair and makeup for women. With that in mind, let’s take a look at the type of footwear is considered business casual to finish off your outfit.

Slingbacks, women’s shoes with a cutout heel and a strap spanning the back of the ankle, defy simple categorization as they once did. Years ago, slingbacks were appropriate only during the summer months, and they were considered a casual shoe. Certainly, no self-respecting woman south of the Mason-Dixon Line would be caught dead in a slingback before Memorial Day or after Labor Day.  Now, with a growing selection of women’s slingbacks, you can find a pair for every season and every occasion-from stay-at-home clothes to wedding attire. What determines the slingback’s suitability is the design of the shoe, the material, the embellishments, and whether it contributes to the overall desired look with the outfit?

You need to look at the entire spectrum of occasions, and offer suggestions for pairing slingbacks with outfits for each occasion. If you feel the shoes complement your outfit and you feel comfortable wearing them, let your personal sense of style guide you. People judge others by first impressions, and watches, handbags and shoes play an important role in first impressions. Cut corners elsewhere, but never with your shoes. Regardless of the style you wear, ensure that your shoe are in A-1 condition, with perfect sol. Casual shoes should be kept in the same tip-top, shined-up and scuff-free shape as their dressier counterparts. Do not wear 4 inch heels with a pair of dress pants and sweater.  Those types of shoes look better with a dress suit or pant suit.  

For men business casual shoes should definitely not include tennis shoes.  There is nothing tackier than a man in dress pants with a pair of tennis shoes on. Styles range from penny loafers to lace-ups, leaving lots for comfort and budget preferences.  Make sure that the heels and the fabric is clean, the leather polished, or the suede brushed.  Wearing these types of shoes to finish off your business casual look will make you GQ all the way.

The old saying, “People take on the character of the costume,” isn’t a myth. It’s because of this truth there should be more business than casual in a company’s “business casual.” If the male and female definitions seem too rigid, then complain to the person where the buck stops. Company owners tend to complain about the business casual attitudes that accompany casual day because they’ve watched them evolve over time. That is why it’s important to sustain the level of business consciousness dictated by the respective company.

On the other hand, companies that demand a high stress, quick-paced level of productivity from their staff regularly may find benefits of invoking a more casual attitude once a week. Perhaps in such a case, it would allow employees to begin their weekend feeling more relaxed and come back on Monday feeling more mentally prepared for the new work week.

Whether you are in business causal or not you need to always remember that you are still doing business no matter what kind of clothes you have on. You need not be ashamed if you run into your CEO or a client visiting the office. Be comfortable but keep in the back of your mind you are still at work. Your business casual shoes can be loafers or tie up shoes, heels or flats as long as they are clean and look nice and neat. Be comfortable yet still professional. That is business casual.

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