5 Tips to Pairing Champagne and Weddings

The special highlight on their momentous occasion is the toast to the happy couple. This fabulous tradition requires an official toasting beverage. Champagne! So that everyone will enjoy this tradition here are 5 tips to selecting the bubbly.

1.  1.    Champagne Tasting and Research.

When selecting the champagne for your wedding reception, make sure to do proper research. You can do a bit of research on the brand and champagne by attending tasting events or you can visit a favorite winery and get suggestions from them. This allows you to be able to compare the different flavors or tang of the champagne. Another most important item to consider is the sweetness of the champagne. Sweetness is usually reserved for the dessert.

2.             Level Your Expenses.

When deciding on the type of champagne you will serve, the cost is something to consider as well. As weddings can tend to get rather expensive, make sure the cost of your beverages are controlled and within your budget. This way whatever you save in expenses can be allocated to other items needed for your wedding. Maximize your budget.

3.             Design and Theme.

Ensure that the choice of beverage can be incorporated into your theme and design. If you have a classic wedding and reception then champagne should certainly be considered. But if your wedding is Hawaiian for example, then opt for a signature beverage, if you’re a champagne enthusiast, consider incorporating a champagne mixed beverage

4.             Guaranteed Service.

Inform your catering staff of the champagne you want served and when. Making sure that this is completely clear so that changes won’t be made without your acknowledgment.

5.             Mix and Match.

If you will be serving champagne with the main meal, you may opt to order dry champagne. If sweets will be served, then you will want to go with sweeter champagne as a selection for your dessert.

Hope these 5 tips have helped pairing champagne with your wedding. But if you prefer to relax and be stress-free before, during and after your big day, delegate the planning and preparation of a little or every detail including your champagne to a wedding planner.

How to Choose Your Wedding Colors

Your color scheme has the power to set the vibe, so choose wisely. Here are the top determining factors for selecting your hues – the foundation for your wedding flowers, details, and décor.

The Setting

Setting should be your first consideration. Look at the colors used in your venue’s carpeting, drapery, and decorations. If the site has strong colors, you’ll need to select a color scheme that complements. If you already have your heart set on a certain color, you may need to select a more neutrally decorated site.

Fave Shade

You’ve been in love with pink since the first grade, so go with what you love. You can tastefully incorporate any color into your wedding decorations by selecting the right hue and combining it with the right accents. 

Fave Bloom

If roses are your thing, there’s no reason why they shouldn’t make it into your décor scheme. Incorporate the flower color – either making it the dominant shade or using it as an accent – and it will all come together. 

Season

Decorating is simple when Mother Nature is your guide, so let the natural colors of the season be your inspiration. That doesn’t mean that you’re stuck with prissy pastel decorations during spring or brown and orange during fall. Just make sure that the wedding colors you choose complement the blooms and foliage that are naturally available during that time of year. This wedding flowers by seasons guide will help you get started.

Bridesmaids’ Dresses

If you want your ‘maids decked head to toe in your color, you’ll need to make sure it’s an appealing and flattering shade to wear. If a buttery yellow plays the lead role in your color story, then consider dressing your ‘maids in your accent color. Everything goes with black and in the right style, it can be a flattering, simple, and easy choice.

Research

Don’t slack on your research just because you’ve dreamed of a green spring-themed wedding since you were a little girl. Research the top color choices for the current year, study photographs from other weddings you love, browse your favorite blogs, and keep a scrapbook. Don’t get stuck on a color scheme because you saw it used once and liked it. Be sure to consider all of your wedding décor and how each detail will be affected by your chosen color scheme. 

New Years Eve Party

An incredible New Year's Eve Party at Robert Hall Winery this year. 

Our fabulous event professionals rose to the occasion...Beautiful centerpieces created by Panacea, Photography by Mike Larson Photography, Inc. Catering by Epic Catering, The PhotoBooth Experience was a big hit with the guests, amazing wine from Robert Hall Winery and Coordination by Brenda Boorman with A Heart to Heart Wedding Consultant.