Monday, December 27, 2010

The Knot's Best of 2011 | Toledo Wedding Planner | Perrysburg Wedding Planner


Your Perfect Day got AMAZING news last week.....we have been selected as "The Knot's Best of 2011" award!

This award is giving to the top 5 vendors in each category in the 4 major cities in Ohio (Toledo, Cleveland, Columbus, Cincinnati). We did win this award last year too.

After receiving this award, we have decided to advertise on The Knot. Since The Knot is the #1 wedding website in the nation, we figured why not give it a chance. We are one of the few wedding planners that does travel all over the world to coordinate weddings.

We want to thank each & everyone of our past & present clients that voted for us! We love & appreciate each one of you!

Your Perfect Day...because you deserve it!

Monday, December 13, 2010

2010 season is over | Toledo Wedding Planner | Perrysburg Wedding Planner

Our 2010 wedding season is officially over. And what an amazing year it was! We want to thank each & every one of our couples. We enjoyed each of your weddings & have great memories from each of them.

We are creating a collage of all our 2010 clients so please send us your favorite wedding photo! Email it to yourperfectdayllc@gmail.com. Once we get all the pictures, we will post a blog that features each of them.....PLUS we will have the collage on our studio wall by Feb. 1, 2011! So, be sure to stop by our studio to check it out!

We also want to thank all of the wonderful vendors we have met & worked with this year! We are so honored to have worked with some of the top Toledo vendors & look forward to seeing more of you in 2011 & years to come!

We wish everyone a "Happy Holiday" and an "Amazing New Year!"

Your Perfect Day....because you deserve it!

Thursday, December 2, 2010

Christie & Matt | Toledo Wedding Planner | Perrysburg Wedding Planner

We met Christie & Matt just shortly after they got engaged. We loved the ideas they had for their wedding & reception! They wanted to do something different & unique. And their lite pink & dark brown color scheme was going to be so much fun to work with.

Unfortunately, the original venue they selected didn't work out and we were forced to find a new venue within 2 months of their wedding date. And with their wedding date being 10/9/10, find an available venue was very difficult. Thankfully after searching for a week, Maumee Bay was nice enough to allow us to have the ceremony outside and their reception.

We got SO lucky because it was a gorgeous, sunny day and everyone had a wonderful time! We got to work with some great vendors:

Photography: Kristen from Kristen Nicole Photography
Candy buffet: Your Perfect Day
Cake: Wendy
Ceremony/Reception: Maumee Bay
Centerpieces, white lanterns, chair sashes: Your Perfect Day
Flowers: DIY by the bride
Make-up: Mary Jo at Mary Kay
Planner & day-of coordinator: April & Sue from Your Perfect Day













We are honored to have been a part of Christie & Matt's wedding day!
We wish you nothing but the best!

Monday, November 29, 2010

Wine Themed Wedding | Toledo Wedding Planner | Perrysburg Wedding Planner



When our clients come to us and have a theme for their wedding, we instantly fall in love! We love when couples want to incorporate something that they both love whether it is a hobby, a place, a season or an object!

One of our clients is looking to do a wine themed wedding. Here are a few ideas we have planned for their wedding:



Use wine barrels as place card holders, to line the aisle way or to hold beverages during the cocktail hour!

An alternative to the standard guest book is an oversized wine bottle.
Use a dark colored wine bottle and a gold or silver sharpie marker!
Use wine corks to hold the place cards, table numbers/names or menu cards!



Place a single flower in each wine bottle for an elegant centerpiece!


Use wine glasses with a small candle to light up the room!


Use a steel winetopper with voties to create a romantic setting!


Turn a wine glass over and place a flower or ribbon ball on top. You can even put a single flower under the glass for extra color.


Just add a wine bottle to your standard flower centerpiece to incorporate the wine theme.


Add some LED lights to a wine bottle for a little fun and light!



Tie a simple flower arrangement or ribbon the bottle for an extra touch!



At the end of the night, have your guests sign a wine cork and place it in a large glass cylinder.
This will make a gorgeous decoration for your house and every time you look at it, you will be reminded of your special day!



Have a theme for your wedding and want a little help to put it together?
Contact Your Perfect Day for a FREE 1-hour consultation
and FREE inspiration board!

Your Perfect Day....because you deserve it!


Friday, November 26, 2010

Christmas Centerpieces | Toledo Wedding Planner | Perrysburg Wedding Planner

With December right around the corner, the winter brides are asking us about how to incorporate the Christmas theme into their centerpieces. Well, we have some fabulous ideas that are a big hit at weddings! And remember, be unique and create your centerpiece with something besides flowers.







And just because you have a Christmas theme, doesn't mean your color scheme has to be red and green!


Ask us today for a quote on your centerpieces.
Our prices always include set-up and tear-down!
Or if you just want to rent our vases, they start at $1.00 each and include white, black or orange crystals!

Your Perfect Day....because you deserve it!

Ruth & Matt | Toledo Wedding Planner | Perrysburg Wedding Planner



We wanted to do a blog about one of our favorite 2011 couples!
We introduce Ruth & Matt to our Your Perfect Day family.
The reason that Ruth & Matt are one of our favorite couples is because they were set up by our owner, April Gladieux. Ever since day one, this couple has been an inspiration to us. They share so much love for each other, are always having a great time and their smiles light up any room.


Right now, the couple has two color schemes and will probably make the final decision by the end of the year.
Here are two inspiration boards we have created for them!

Their are going to have their reception at Holland Gardens and it is going to be gorgeous! And we look forward to working with A Mind's Eye photography!

We are looking forward to helping them create the wedding of their dreams and can not wait for their big day.

Your Perfect Day...because you deserve it!

Tuesday, November 23, 2010

10 Things to NOT Freak Out about on your Wedding Day | Toledo Wedding Planner | Perrysburg Wedding Planning

When it comes to the wedding day, the little things can seem like a big issue -- even when they shouldn't. That's why we've come up with the top 10 things you can stop worrying about right now.


Don't Freak Out About: Messing Up The Vows

Repeat after us: No matter what happens during the ceremony, it will always be memorable for the right reasons. Being overcome with emotion is totally normal during ceremonies, so it's no surprise if you or your groom slip up or miss some of the words -- even if you've rehearsed them before. The key is to not get flustered; if you mess up, take a deep breath and keep going.



Don't Freak Out About: Shaggy Groomsmen

So maybe one of your groomsmen didn't cut his hair -- let it go. Even if you discussed it weeks ahead of time, this is just one of those things that isn't worth stressing over. If it's really bad, ask a bridesmaid to help straighten ties and push any long hair back and out of their faces for the photos.



Don't Freak Out About: Grandma's Attire

Ever heard the saying "age before beauty"? Whether it's your grandmother or grandfather (or even your parents), focus on how great it is to have them there for the wedding -- rather than dwelling on that 80's era attire they just couldn't part with.



Don't Freak Out About: Your Bridesmaids' Hair

Despite what you might think, we have yet to hear of someone looking at a wedding photo and saying, "Oh, the bridesmaid second from the left looks incredible!" The focus of the day will always be on the bride, which is exactly why there's no point in letting someone else's hairstyle ruin the day.



Don't Freak Out About: Not Getting Every Combination of Family Photos

Giving your wedding photographer a priority list of photos is always a great idea to make sure you get the family member combinations that are most important. Still, if time runs low, don't sweat missing that odd photo combination of cousins, aunts, and groomsmen. It's better to get the biggies and move on with the day than to spend your cocktail hour taking posed portraits.



Don't Freak Out About: Left-Behind Favors

No guest ever means to offend the bride or groom by accidentally leaving one on the table, but you're bound to have leftovers. Just ask a friend to gather up the remaining favors. Put them out again at the day-after brunch (if you're having one) for those guests who want another.



Don't Freak Out About: Bridal Party Drama

So the maid of honor just can't get along with another bridesmaid, or maybe one friend has been acting a little bitter ever since your engagement was announced. The day of the wedding is never the right time to bring up issues and it's not something you should have to worry about. Put your mom, another neutral bridesmaid, or your planner on patrol to make sure the day stays drama-free.



Don't Freak Out About: The Wrong Dinner Side Dishes

Did the caterer promise asparagus but deliver green beans instead? Whatever the food issue, it's not worth bringing it up on the night of the wedding. Besides, most guests just want to get through the meal quickly and get on to the most exciting parts of the evening: dessert and dancing.



Don't Freak Out About: Guest No-Shows

Most guests have a pretty good reason for skipping out on a wedding at the last minute, so we suggest giving them the benefit of the doubt. Chances are, by morning, you'll have an email or phone call explaining their absence.



Don't Freak Out About: The Weather

Even if it never rains during your wedding month, accept that it could. Have a pretty umbrella on hand just in case. Then if it rains, embrace it and ask your photographer to get a shot of you kissing in the rain.


Thank you Wedding Channel for this blog!

Your Perfect Day...because you deserve it!

Friday, November 19, 2010

Alternatives to Bridal Bouquets | Toledo Wedding Planner | Perrysburg Wedding Planner


An origami bouquet will definitely have more staying power than a limp bunch of lilacs.




Bouquets made from buttons and other trinkets are uniquely stunning, like this one from dcbouquets on Etsy.



A fan can add a whimsical touch, and it's also practical if you're sweating in an un-airconditioned church.



Butterflies make this bouquet fun and not too frilly.




This bride made her bouquet out of Christmas ornaments and her bridesmaids' out of paper. So pretty!




You can make your own bouquet (or have it made for you) using vintage brooches and pins.
Wow! That's stunning.

Your Perfect Day...because you deserve it!