Sunday, December 6, 2009
Tweeting during your ceremony
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Traditions Die Hard
Monday, November 23, 2009
Home Sweet Homeless?
Monday, November 16, 2009
N'Sync or P.Diddy?
Band
Pros
• Can cater to certain themes you may be trying to pull off.
• The right band can read the feel of the room and adjust tempo to get everyone out on the dance floor.
• Nothing beats live music.
Cons
• Typically more expensive than a DJ.
• Bands often only know a limited number of songs.
• Certain bands only have expertise in one particular style of music.
• When the band goes on break (usually once every two hours), the mood can suffer.
• The possibility of your favorite song being butchered on your wedding day.
• All of the band members will need to be served dinner (which can take a chunk out of the budget).
DJ
Pros
• Requested songs are the real thing, not sung by an imitator.
• Larger song selection than a band.
• Less chance of hearing songs you don’t know.
• A DJ with the right balance of seriousness and humor can be really entertaining. While music is playing, he can be out on the dance floor, getting everyone fired up.
• Traditionally cheaper than a band.
• No breaks in the music.
Cons
• The ham-it-up factor: a non-funny, loud, and obnoxious DJ can be a turnoff to guests.
• The chance of equipment failure.
A Poor Man's Entertainment Option = Both?
Having both is becoming a popular thing nowadays - and you don't have to break open the piggy bank to do it. With the option of a laptop with a playing device and a PA system (most wedding sites have them so you can make a toast or something), you can just plug and chug. And to make it more memorable - get one of your buddies to sing a song to you with your friends.
If you'd like to hire P. Diddy, though, he might be available...
Monday, November 9, 2009
Don't Lose It
We've all heard the horror stories (dropped down the drain, accidentally thrown away, etc) but just a couple of weeks ago, a lady lost her wedding ring as she was passing out candy to trick-or-treaters. According to Fox News, the lady stated:
"I had it enlarged, and then when it got cold you know your fingers get smaller, and I noticed that it was spinning around more than it had been before, but I didn't realize that it would slip off"
You don't want to make the same mistakes, so here are some suggestions for you:
- Have your ring sized properly. most rings come in 'whole' sizes (5,6,7,etc) but can actually be sized to you exactly. (For example, 7.25.)
- For rings that slide over because they are 'top heavy' can be 'squared off' on the bottom. This is an amazing adjustment. Your big ring will stay in place perfectly.
- Don't wear your ring to the beach or other places that it could slip off due to wetness.
- Buy a metal detector. (You can't anticipate everything.)
Monday, November 2, 2009
When not to Hyphenate
Here are some examples that prove my point why hyphenated names aren't a good idea:
Jay Leno has featured these on his "headlines" segment on monday night. I'm going to go out on a limb and say that they didn't probably hyphenate their names after marriage. However, I think they prove how ridiculous hyphenated names can be.
Take, for example, a child who has inheritted a hyphenated name due to his mom wanting to keep hers. Lets say the hyphenated name became something like Drexheimer-Cornelius. That just takes way too long to say. And what if the boy's name was something like Xavier? That's a mouth full. There would be no name on the back of that kid's jersey...
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Engineered Art
Monday, October 19, 2009
After the Wedding: escape to paradise
Planning your honeymoon can be one of the most stressful things you can do as a man. You have to impress your wife, while not blowing your savings, and also avoid rampant viruses like e-coli or a devastating hurricane. Here are some Travel Websites that will save you time and money so you can focus on other things (like getting that sweet 80s hairband to play at your reception...)
But before you plan, consider the following:
Where is a desirable place that both my soon-to-be and I want to go?
How much time can you get off work? How much time do you want to stay?
Does Daddy have any frequent flyer miles that you could use to bump you to first class?
What kind of distractions are there going to be? (a hurrican is a big distraction...
BingTravel.com
This new, must-visit travel site compares pricing from hundreds of hotels, airlines, and agency sites. It also provides information on various locales from MSN Travl, deals from Orbitz, and Farecast Ttechnology, which tracks airfares abd gitek rates to let you know the ideal time to book your honeymoon at the losest prices.
TripIt.com
If you are swamped with restaurant ideas, hotel reservations, and activity confirmations, then TripIt.com will be good for you. Simply forward all that information that you've collected and the site will organize it into one master itinerary, which you can share with your bride (and not share with your in-laws). There's nothing like showing your trustworthiness like being able to show her that you've planned a wonderful trip.
Picking the "Best"
Before you choose
Consider all of the Best Man responsibilities. These may include:
- Setting up your Bachelor Party
- Picking up your tux the day of (or day before) the wedding
- Assist people to and from the airport
- Keeping your rings safe
- Being a front-man at the reception
- Being a good "bouncer" if somebody gets a little too tipsy
If you have a brother that seems to be responsible for all of that, then you've probably made your decision. But what if you have only a younger/lazy brother? So it is best to consider all of the people that may be your "Best". These may include:
- Family members (i.e. brothers (real, half, or in-laws), cousins, or anyone else that you are slightly related to)
- Friends (i.e. childhood friends, fraternity brothers, roomates)
- Co-workers
- Study-Buddies
When You Choose
After you've weighed all of the pros and cons for those on your list, you should be at a decision. But before you ask that guy to be your Best Man, make sure that you can explain it well to others. For example, let's say that you picked Friend A to be your best man, but Friend B thought that you were better friends. What would you tell him?
Once you've worked out all of the jealous-filled conversations, aproach your chosen Best Man in private and let him know what good qualities he has. (This is part of the buttering up process so he's more willing to do everything you ask him of, but don't go on too much or he may see through your ploy.) Then let him know that you would like him to be your Best Man, because of his great qualities and that you know he's responsibile to get things done.
After you Choose
Make sure that your Best Man knows everything that is going on and everything goes to plan. If you have a list, he should too. Give him phone numbers in case of emergencies. These numbers would include relatives, vendors, and hitmen for those crazy ex-girlfriends who try to sabatoge the wedding
Monday, September 28, 2009
Monday, September 21, 2009
The Great Escape
There are so many options when it comes to how you will leave your wedding or reception. You can choose anywhere from formal and elegant with a limousine or a horse draw carriage to the most comfortable and cheapest ride, your car. Each option has things you need to consider: the price, the planning, the return of the vehicle. Let's go over your choices!
YOUR CAR
Price: pretty much the cost of the gas you need to drive away.
Planning: no reservation needed, unless of course, your car is also the family car.
Return of the vehicle: Make sure to talk over how you are going your car picked up the your ultimate destination. If you need your car to get to the airport the next morning, then plan for someone to meet you there to pick up your car or find out the cost of parking it there during your honeymoon.
RENTAL CAR
Price: Typically between $35.00 and $90.00 for one day.
Planning: reservations definitely need to be made as far in advance as possible.
Return of the vehicle: This is the best aspect to this option. Most car rental companies have locations at the airport where you can drop the car off before your flight out. A wonderful convenience!
LIMOUSINE
Price: From $30 a person to $180 a person.
Planning: Limousine services tend to book fast because the limited number of vehicles they have. Reservations are ideally booked anywhere from 4 months to 24 months in advance.
Return of the vehicle: Since you are not physically driving it, you don't have to physically return it! You do, however, need to consider if you will then need transportation the next morning from the hotel to the airport. If you aren't flying out on a honeymoon that night or the next day, this might be a considerably accommodating and tasteful option.
SKIS
Price: If you own them, its free but renting skis is typically around $20 a person.
Planning: This is for the winter sport loving couple who likes to add an unusual twist to their festivities. Having your reception in the ski lodge of a mountain resort is an attractive option in the winter. Maybe plan for the beautiful bride and yourself to ski out at the end of the night.
Return of the.... skis: If they're yours, keep them. If they're rentals, just leave them at the bottom of the hill for one of your kind groomsmen to return for you.
Whatever your style may be, there is an option to fit your budget and plan. Even though this is a small detail, count of the bride not thinking about it for a second. This one falls on your shoulders guys... so good luck choosing!
Sunday, September 13, 2009
Guide to the "Groomal"
Monday, September 7, 2009
'Tie'ing the Knot
- Is this tie the right color?
- Is this tie going to look well with my suit/tux?
- Is this tie design going to go out of style like acid washed jeans?
- How much am I willing to spend on my tie or for my groomsman?
- The Tie Shop: found inside the Quilted Bear in Provo, Midvale, and Ogden
- Tie One On: Layton, South Towne, and University Malls
- Missionary Mall
- Mr. Mac
- Costco
Friday, September 4, 2009
Welcome!
Cumberbund Campaign wants you to keep those pants on. Just because you got engaged doesn't mean that it's time to hand them over so your soon-to-be can make all the decisions. The wedding day is as much as yours as it is hers. So, we're here to teach you everything you need to know to still seem manly, sexy, and just as important on that big day.
- Making a To-Do list
- Getting fit for those pictures that will last on your wall forever
- Choosing groomsman
- Finding the right tux
- What not to say to "Bridezilla" during the planning
- How to get in on the planning
- How to write a speech for people you've never met and still come off looking good
- Filing out paperwork
- And much more...