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FEBRUARY 2015

WeddingPLANNER

• Wednesday, February 25, 2015 -- The Press-Sentinel

By Kara B. JacksonSPECIAL TO THE PRESS-SENTINEL

Some people search an entire lifetime for the one they want to call their soulmate, but a select feware fortunate enough to find that person very early in life.Even fewer of these are able to say they share everything with their significant other, including

their given name and—soon—surname. One Wayne County couple will become the rare exception onMay 30.Taylor Stephen Domenick is the son of Lee and Julia Domenick and is a paramedic and firefight-

er. Courtney Taylor NeSmith, who goes by her middle name, is the daughter of John and SherryNeSmith. She studies at Kennesaw State University, majoring in mathematics, and plans to gradu-ate in May.Domenick and NeSmith met in high school through a mutual friend and remained close friends

throughout high school. They drifted apart for a little while after graduating, but they saw eachother at a friend’s bridal shower last August and reconnected.“I would say that when we reconnected that it was very much love at first sight,” said

NeSmith. “We have a lot in common.”Domenick added, “We are old souls, so we enjoy the more classic things–writing letters, ball-

room dancing.”NeSmith said that she and Domenick “just clicked” when they reconnected.“I love how much he cares about other people and how protective he is of the people he cares

about the most,” she said. “He is always there for me.”On Sept. 21 Domenick proposed to Nesmith.“I will preface this with the fact that Taylor

had no idea this was about to hap-pen,” he said. “I had takenher grandmother’s engage-ment ring and hidden it inmy pocket. Coincidentally,it was Taylor’s parents’29th wedding anniver-sary, so we hid the pro-posal under the storythat we were goingout to lunch for herparents’ weddinganniversary.

“We went to St. Simons island to eat atIguana’s. After a great lunch, my heart was beating out of mychest, and we decided to head out towards the lighthouse.”

He planned on proposing at the top of the lighthouse, but it was locked and wouldn’t openfor the next few hours.

“Just down from the lighthouse stood a gazebo surrounded by blooming flowers,” he said.“We decided to take pictures there. Classical music was playing, and we began to dance inthe gazebo.

“I spun her around, and by the time she turned to face me, I was down on one knee. Atfirst she didn’t speak English; she just cried and mumbled. But after a few moments, shehappily said yes! I even shed a few tears.”

“You cried more than a few tears!” Nesmith laughingly added.After the proposal, the wedding planning began.“The wedding planning has been very easy. I am a very simple person, and Taylor is

the same way,” said NeSmith. “We didn’t want it to be stressful—and I am probably themost laid-back bride there will ever be.”

The wedding is scheduled to be held at Epworth United Methodist Church on May 30.Domenick’s father will be officiating the ceremony. The colors will be teal blue and purple with a cream

white. Nesmith’s grandmother, Barbara Dunn, will cater the reception.The bridesmaids will be Caitlyn Holsomback, Chelsey Cornelius and Ashley Hines, and the groomsmen will be Thomas DeWitt, Nara

Walker and Luis Olivares.The couple plans to honeymoon in Charleston, S.C.

Taylor Domenick, left, and Taylor NeSmith are self-professed

“hopeless romantics” who are fond of the arts and drama. They

incorporate this into everyday experiences, such as registering

for their wedding.

Taylor Domenick and Taylor Nesmith share everything

togeth-

er, including their nam

e. On May 30, when they “tie the knot,”

they willboth bear the

name Taylor Dom

enick.

Taylor and Taylor to tie the knot

The average wedding tends to be one of the most costlyventures in a couple's life together.Many couples seekwaysto cut costs, and negotiating with prospective vendors isone way to do just that.Too often couples overlook haggling for better prices

because they may be intimidated by the process or simplywant to plan the most memorable day regardless of cost.Many vendors build some wiggle room into their prices,and the key for cost-conscious couples is to find the rightstrategy to unlock that lower price.•Explore your options. Weddings are big business for

vendors, and the competition is stiff. Visit a variety ofvendors, and compare their services and prices prior tomaking any decisions. This will give you an accurate rangeof costs and information for future negotiations. Vendorsmay be willing to match competitors' prices, so knowingwhat the photographer down the street charges canprovide you with some negotiating leverage.•Dress modestly for meetings. It's tempting to want to

dress to impress, but very often wedding vendors judgepotential clients by their appearances. If you walk in witha designer handbag and driving the latest model luxuryvehicle, a vendor may get the impression you have extramoney to spend. While you do not have to play the pauper,dress modestly so your appearance doesn't hurt you at thenegotiating table.

•Never take the first offer. A good business person willtell you there always is room for negotiation. Avoid theloaded question of "What can you spend on this?" by thevendor. Instead, let them bring up a price first, and realizethat this first quote can almost always be negotiated down.Inform the vendor that you would really like to work withhim or her but that he or she needs to lower the price. Seewhether they can offer a different package or provide adiscount.•Negotiate the big-ticket items first. Discounts on big-

ticket items, such as the reception venue, will save you themost money. For example, you will save more by getting 20percent off at the catering hall than if you save 20 percenton your wedding gown. Once you free up extra money, youmay find you don't have to negotiate as hard with smallervendors.•Walk away if need be. Always have a Plan B in place.

This way, if you tell a vendor that the price is too expensiveand you have to pass, you really have a fall-back option.Some vendors will sweeten the deal, but others willactually let you walk out the door. And remember, you'remore likely to get a better price by being amenable andwell-mannered than making threats or arguing.•Some deals aren't actual discounts. A vendor may be

able to work with you by offering additional services in lieuof actually taking money off of the price tag. Extra photo

prints, a dessert bar and an extra hour of time in thelimousine may seem like great deals, but that's only thecase if you truly need these bonuses. Even if it's a greatdeal, you're still spending more than you had hoped.Wedding prices can be overwhelming. However,

negotiating for lower prices is always an option for cost-conscious couples.

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A couple's wedding day is often awhirlwind for the bride- and groom-to-be.Happy couples hope to remember everylittle detail, but that can be difficult whenso much is going on. That is why manybrides and grooms hire videographers topreserve the memories of their weddings.Couples who fail to capture their

ceremony and reception on film may feelas though they missed out once their bigday has come and gone. As a result, aprofessional videographer can be a wiseinvestment.Today's wedding videos have come a

long way from their poorly producedpredecessors. Gone are the potentiallycheesy soundbites and elevator music.Many of today's videos are artfully editedand highly cinematic productions thatcould have couples wishing they wereviewing videos in theaters. The followingare some wedding video trends popularamong today's couples.•Brief clips and highlights: Few

people want to sit through their entirewedding day frame-by-frame. Montagesof key elements of the day are much more

popular than a chronological unfolding ofthe ceremony and reception. Somevideographers like to show snippets ofwhat's to come at the start of the weddingvideo and then go into more extensivesegments later on.•Special filters or film: Filters and

lighting effects can give a wedding videoan entirely different feel. For example,filming in 8mm can lend a grainy touch tothe video and make it seem ethereal oreven part of a home movie collection.However, few people want the starkreality of a high-definition camera thathighlights every flaw.•Film chapters: Dividing segments of

the video into different chapters allowsviewers to fast-forward to the parts theywant to see and pass those they can skip.This saves the hassle of having to watchthe video in its entirety.•Cinematic styling: Instead of a

stationary camera on a tripod, thismethod of filming incorporates differentangles and close-up shots to give thevideo a modern feel. It's shot more like amovie than a documentary, allowing

viewers to feel as though they're reallyexperiencing the event.•Artistic, indie feel: Film buffs may

want a wedding video that breaks themold. Ask videographers to createsomething that would fit in at theSundance or Tribeca film festivals.•Same-day editing: Want to revisit the

ceremony at your wedding reception?Some videographers will edit portions ofthe ceremony and preparations for thebig day in the time between the ceremonyand reception. This gives all guests,including those who may not have beenable to make the ceremony, the chance toview the nuptials.•Unobtrusive technology: This trend

relates to the equipment used to capturewedding memories rather than the actualfinished product. No one wants their viewof the ceremony or reception to be marredby a big, bulky camera. Smaller videocameras enable videographers toseamlessly blend in and perhaps captureshots that larger cameras could not.


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All eyes are on the bride andgroom on their wedding day.Feeling beautiful and dapper canboost a couple's confidence andensure they look back on their wed-ding photographs and videos withpride.Certain beauty basics and make-

up and hair strategies can help anybride look spectacular on her wed-ding day. The following are somedos and don'ts of wedding-day beau-ty preparations.DO employ the services of a pro-

fessional hairstylist and makeupartist. Professionals have the expe-rience and tools of the trade to helpyou to look your best. From con-touring to make your face seemslimmer to enlarging the appear-ance of small eyes, some tricks ofthe trade are best left to the pros.DON'T forget to schedule a trial

run. Make this appointment severalmonths before the wedding day soyou have ample time to work withyour stylists and experiment withcolors and hair arrangements to fityour personality and the style ofyour gown. Take plenty of picturesand notes so you will rememberwhat needs to be on hand for thewedding day.DO allot enough time for the

wedding-day beauty appointment.If you will be going to a salon, block

out two or more slots instead of one.This way the stylist does not over-book and will not feel rushed. Manybrides opt to have stylists come totheir homes. There may be an extracharge for this service, but it maybe well worth the cost.DON'T make any drastic changes

to your appearance right before thewedding. This includes changingyour hair color or texture, extremetanning, using colored contact lens-es, or chopping off all of your hair.It's better to wait until after thewedding to change your style.DO bring a veil, a headpiece, hair

extensions, and any other acces-sories to your hair consult. Thisenables the stylist to practice work-ing with these items.DON'T tweeze or wax brows too

close to the start of the ceremony.Redness and swelling are commonside effects of tweezing and waxing,and they can be difficult to maskwith makeup. Instead, take care ofhair removal a day or two prior tothe wedding.DO exfoliate your skin prior to

the wedding. This doesn't necessar-ily mean you should endure a harshfruit acid peel or another proce-dure. You can exfoliate with a gen-tle washing of your skin with anubby washcloth to remove anydryness and errant flakes.

Moisturize well to ensure a smoothpalette for makeup application.DON'T wash or condition hair

the day of the wedding. Intricatestyles tend to stay better when hairhas a little grip. "Dirty" hair is eas-ier to work with than shiny, freshlywashed locks. If you must wash,remember to thoroughly dry yourhair before going to your appoint-ment.DO wear a little extra makeup

than you are accustomed to wearingbecause it will show up better inphotos. However, do not wear somuch that you look clownish. Amakeup artist can help you achievethe right balance.DON'T have bridesmaids wear

makeup that is bolder than yours,especially red lips. No one shouldupstage the bride.DO experiment with any prod-

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well they wear.DON'T wear too much under-eye

concealer or one that is too light ofa shade. This can draw more atten-tion to problem areas than remedythem.DO bring a pain-relief medica-

tion in case a tight hairstyle orheadpiece causes a headache.DON'T forget that men need a

little help as well. Exfoliation andmoisturization can help dry skin.Guys should use a new razor andplenty of cream before shaving toavoid irritation. A dusting of finish-ing powder can banish shiny nosesand foreheads for photo-readyfaces.Chances are that more pho-

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the newly recognized man and wife and allof their guests will retire to a party roomwhere they can mingle, dance and enjoy agood meal.In the past, standard fare such as prime

rib and roasted chicken dominated weddingmenus. But today's weddings cater topeople of various culinary tastes, andcouples and their guests can expect moreupscale and creative cuisine to be rolled outfor wedding receptions. The following are ahandful of the more popular trends withregard to wedding cuisine.

Miniature bitesMany people say good things come in

small packages, and when it comes tominiature versions of favorite foods, theymay be right. Instead of large meals that fillguests up fast, they can munch on smallerbites of their favorite dishes. How about apiece of meatloaf topped with whippedmashed potatoes? A cherry tomato with asmall piece of mozzarella cheese makes amini caprese salad. Turning favorite foodsinto bite-sized adventures can add a touchof whimsy to the reception.

Breakfast for dinnerSome couples are circumventing high

price tags for their weddings by choosing tohold the festivities at less expensive timesof day. Brunch-themed weddings are a bighit with those who would much rather dineon a stack of pancakes than a dish of pasta.Omelet stations, croissants and a bevy ofother breakfast table fare can be enjoyedany time of the day.

Dim sumDim sum allows guests to sample

different foods without filling up. Carts ofdumplings and other small plates ofappetizers can be wheeled around soeveryone can choose what they want andwhat they want to avoid.

Gourmet comfort foodPeople love familiar comfort foods, but

now gourmet comfort foods are shaking upwedding receptions. Mac-and-cheese withgouda and brie or chicken pot pie with apuff-pastry crust are a few offerings thatcan add glamour to down-home cooking.

Food with a showInstead of passed foods or buffet

stations, couples are opting to make food an

experience for guests. An oyster bar with achef serving fresh seafood or a dessertmaster whipping up flambé is a feast forthe eyes and mouth.

Interesting buffet stationsKeep guests on their toes with various

meal stations. A bountiful display ofartisanal cheeses, fruits and breads will bea cheese lover's dream. These stations alsocan be appetizing focal points around theroom and ensure all guests get a bite ofwhat they like best.

Family styleRustic and informal weddings have

grown in popularity. Rather than food beingbrought to the guests or participants liningup in buffet lines, family-style dining allowsguests to share conversation and pass thepeas at the same time. Larger, rectangulartables allow more guests to sit with oneanother and serve themselves food fromcommunity plates located in the center ofthe tables.

Food and beverage pairingsFood-forward wedding couples are

offering guests mouthwatering appetizersmatched with a cocktail. A slider and a craft

beer or a dumpling and a shot of sake areexamples of this trend.

Nontraditional “fake” cakesInstead of a multi-tiered cake or the

cupcake fad that is starting to fizzle,couples are now opting for something new.Desserts that mimic the look of cake butaren't quite that combination of sponge andfrosting are trending. Crepes, pies, cookiesand doughnuts are acceptable and can adda creative spark to the cake-cuttingceremony. When offered along with dessertstations, guests can certainly get their fill ofsweet delights.

Vegan and gluten-free optionsChances are that one or more people

attending the reception will be on arestricted diet. Rather than relegate theseguests to dining on side dishes andpatchwork meals, certain couples arebuilding entire offerings around vegan andgluten-free foods.

Couples are getting creative with theirfood and beverage offerings at theirweddings. Guests never know whichculinary wonders they will encounter asthey gather to wish the newlyweds well.


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