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***9 questions to ask before you book your wedding venue 

Don't book your venue without knowing the answers to these all-important questions first... 

#1 Will the venue be exclusively ours? 

Naturally, you want it to be your day - although bigger venues can sometimes have two or three weddings booked for the same day. If you want that truly exclusive feeling of the venue being all yours, make sure you check whether or not other celebrations will be taking place.

 #2 What's your policy on the party running over? 

It's very rare for a wedding reception to end dead-on the allocated time - so check with your venue what the deal is if your party runs over. From the venue's point of view, an extended reception means paying staff more, so more likely than not there will be costs involved. Find out how much more you could end up paying in advance, to spare yourself any nasty surprises the day after.

 #3 What's your disabled access like? 

If your guest-list includes people in wheelchairs, on crutches or unable to walk very far, you'll need to know what the situation is with access. Is there a lift, or a ramp available - and if not, can the venue suggest something?

 #4 Do you have changing facilities available? 

This is important as if there isn't an area where you and your bridesmaids can get ready together, you'll need to either a) co-ordinate getting prepared at someone's home or b) book a room at a nearby hotel or facility.  

#5 What's the deal with preservation? 

As in - if it's an old venue, it might come with a few unusual rules, such as stilettos not allowed on certain floors and strictly no confetti to be thrown. 

#6 What will we do if the weather is terrible on the big day? 

It's crucial to know what the back-up plan is here - especially if the outdoors plays a key part in your celebration! 

#7 Do we have to work with your preferred suppliers?

Venues typically have 'preferred suppliers' - tried and trusted vendors and services that they know will provide top-quality service and guarantee a brilliant day. Some venues might insist that couples only book preferred suppliers, so check what the situation is and how flexible they are happy to be.

#8 How involved will your wedding co-ordinator be? 

Co-ordinators typically act as a go-between for the couple and their big-day plans; finding out how involved your venue's co-ordinator will be at an early stage (as well as if there are any additional charges associated) will help you work out if you need to book a planner.

 #9You have a flexible menu, right? 

It's great to be able to give your guests options - and especially if you have a favourite sort of food! If the venue's in-house menu is limited, check that you can bring in caterers who will be able to offer what you want.

From the Wedding Magazine...

Dreamworks Event Designs welcomes Chris and Antwuan as our 2016 wedding duo and Le`Vonta and Terrell as our 2017 wedding couple. We are so excited to work with these awesome individuals! More to come~ Planning, designing and executing is just the tip of the iceberg!and 

In searching for new ideas and creativity for weddings, sometimes we often think that reaching for an out of the box way of wowing our guests isnt the answer!  But guess what, it just might do the trick! Here are some trendy and fun ways to add a little splash and pizzazz to your occasion:  

• Go GoPro 

Think outside the whiskey bottle and GoPro bouquet that made the rounds last year on YouTube. A GoPro can be used to film incredible unique moments from your wedding. 

The newest models feature a burst mode, so you can create a time lapse of your processional of the setup of your wedding. If you're having a destination wedding, The GoPro can be a great way to include in the excursion trips. Or take one of your honeymoon and include it in your wedding video. You can rent GoPros so you don't even have to lay out all the money. 

•  Dance down the aisle 

What a unique way of making your wedding a fun and free atmosphere where you knock out all the possibilities of being nervous before you say I do and do a little dancing to your favorite tunes with your bridal party in a processional march, or just take your time going down the aisle.

•  Get a Non-Traditional Wedding Officiant 

Your vows are unique, so why not your officiant? A great officiant will roll with the punches in case you have a little trouble with your lines.

•  Grandma Flower Girls

The Groom serenading the Bride in front of their guests with what could possibly be the most creative vows ever! That's thinking outside the box!

•  Sing the toasts

Have fun while taking your portrait shots between the ceremony and reception. Take a parade down the main street with your wedding party.

•  Get Song Requests Ahead of Time 

Ask your friends their favorite dance songs before the wedding. You can print a blank request list on the back of your RSVP cards to ensure a packed dance floor all night. Honoring special requests by family will guarantee that everyone gets to dance.

•  Portable Video booth 

We’ve all seen the props in the photobooth; it’s time to take it outside the booth. 

•  Make a Grand Exit

2016 Wedding trend colors!! More vibrant, more colorful and classy!Which colors suite your personal style and vision? How would you decorate your reception? How would you coordinate with the bridal party? These are questions you need to ask yourself when developing your wedding and how will these colors effect the atmosphere as you are looking to WOW your guests as well. These colors are a perfect match for any elegant, classy or rustic wedding. Make it your own and you cant go wrong!!

Here's the thing, most people don't realize how much work and effort it takes to really plan, manage and execute a successful event until they have really did their homework.  

So you want to plan a party or anniversary, what's your first question? 

When, where, why, how is this going to happen? How do I get started? 

Do I have substantial vendors to make this event successful? What is my budget going to look like? 

What is my timeline and how do I organize? 

Stressed already? This is where the event planner professionals come in and take away those unanswered questions! 

Most successful planners have partnered with huge vendors in various categories such as venues, caterers, bakers, entertainment, event rentals, invitations, etc.  

Their main objective is to make your event as successful as possible with your personal added touch, cost sufficient details and a memorable day you will remember! 

Still having thoughts, contact Dreamworks Event Designs (http://www.dreamworkseventdesigns.com/) (720) 288-0796

Our goal is to provide "Quality Customer Satisfaction"! We have professional vendors with a wide background and experience that will make your event a successful one.  

For the first time customers only, 25% off of your first event when you book with us! 

Look forward in hearing from you soon!

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