 The Huffington Post posted a fantastic article on things you shouldn't do after you get engaged. Writer, Sandy Malone hit the nail on the head!
From house hunting, to wedding gown shopping and to time spend on Pinterest, to wedding weight loss ... we 100% agree with Sandy's observations. If you are a bride, or have a friend who is engaged, do her a favor, and send her this article! CLICK HERE for the article on 10 Things You Should NOT Do After You Get Engaged. You'll thank us for it! -My Big Day Events  My Big Day has been on the hunt for a great girls weekend that involves wine. We stumbled across this article and had to re-post! Did you know about all these hidden gems? Here's to 15 great little known wine country trips! Thank you to Sunset Magazine for giving us the scoop! Experience wine country without the crowds in these under-the-radar spots for sipping. CLICK HERE for the Sunset Magazine Slideshow. 
 When planning for your Big Day, a big part of the prep can be the bachelor party, the bachelorette party, and the honeymoon. Travel costs money, of course, but if you are looking for a fun time with your guys, gals, or a creative budget honeymoon destination, My Big Day can help. Below are some links to articles we found on great places to celebrate, while trying not to break the bank! Cheers! -My Big Day
 We’ve all seen amazing images of beautiful people with the perfect setting and perfect lighting in a stunning shot. Pinterest has given us all sorts of ideas for creative photos, but how do you ensure you get the right professional for your BIG day? We have all the questions and tips for you to weed through the never-ending list of potential photographers and get the professional you deserve. Potential Wedding Photographer Questions:
1. What is your style of photography? Traditional, Artistic, Natural Light, Photojournalism, Illustrative, etc. 2. How many events have you shot in your career? 3. How did you get into Photography? (They should be able to give you a verbal resume) 4. Have you ever shot at our venue? If they haven’t, ask them to go do a site visit. 5. Do you bring in your own lighting? The answer should be a resounding, Yes! If they do not expect a detailed answer as to why they work without their own lighting. 6. How many events will you shoot on the day of our event? 7. Can I request certain images are taken at the wedding? If yes, ask how they will ensure to capture these images. 8. How many hours are included in your package? 9. How much does an additional hour of coverage cost? 10. Do you bring a second shooter? Depending on the event, a second shooter can be crucial to capture all the important moments. 11. How many images can I expect to see from my event? On average photographers take between 1,200 and 1,500 images at your event but that doesn’t mean you will see all of those! You can plan to see anywhere from 150 to 400 images from your event, depending on its length. 12. Do you have a limit to the amount of images you will edit? The answer to this should be “No”. 13. How long does it take to see the proofs from my wedding? 14. Do I receive a disc of images or do I have to order all prints through you? 15. How much are prints? 16. Is an album included? If so, ask to see a sample of the album. 17. Will you use my images in any advertising? 18. What will you and your second shooter wear? 19. What is your plan if you are ill or there is an emergency and you can’t photograph my wedding? 20. How much is the deposit? 21. When is the balance due? 22. What is your cancellation policy? 23. As with any vendor… PASSION. Does the photographer have it? If you ask them about their favorite part of their job, do their eyes light up? If you ask them to tell you about why they got into the industry, do they have a compelling story they love to tell? If they can’t tell you why they love their job, will they put passion into your Big Day? Probably not. Cheers! -My Big Day Events  My Big Day follows a number of event sites and wedding blogs to keep up on the latest trends. One trend (or common theme) that just isn't going away is friend envy. If you've ever had a BIG DAY or life event centered around you, perhaps you have experienced this sad phenomenon. It's said that those closest to you can hurt you the most. We see this time and time again... someone gets engaged, has a baby, gets a work promotion, etc... and all of the sudden ONE of your friends acts out. They are rude, try to one-up you, ruin a surprise, or just spoil something for you. Who needs a friend like that?!? Not you. The photo below is the best visual I've seen in a while of a friend showing her lack of support for her 3 close girlfriends who all got engaged. Funny, yes. But also hurtful. 
As an event planner for 16+ years, I've personally seen lots of bridesmaids gone bad, mothers who ruin surprises, family members who can't control themselves or set aside past issues for ONE day of celebrating their loved one/s, co-workers stealing thunder, exes showing up unannounced, the list goes on...
We even experience it as owners of a small business. There will always be people in your life who love and support you, and then there are the rare few who don't like to see you succeed. When you hire My Big Day Events, you are hiring your own, personal advocate. Our #1 job is to make your BIG DAY the most memorable day of your life, and to help buffer those with friend envy from ruining your moment. Cheers! -Christine  A day or two after Christmas My Big Day starts to receive a flurry of phone calls, emails and website hits... folks are trying to figure out what to do for New Year's Eve. My Big Day hosts an annual New Year's Eve Party that moves around, and has a different theme every year. However, we are not the only party in town. Find something to suit your NYE party style! We found fabulous parties in Loveland, Greeley, Johnstown, Fort Collins, and Estes Park! Check out the list we compiled with the many ways to ring in the new year in Northern Colorado. New Year's Eve To Do's in N. Colorado 2013/2014:
 Hiring a great caterer can help eliminate so much unnecessary event stress. The best team will help with some of the small, yet very important details. Often when considering a variety of caterers, people base their decision on one of two things: a sample tasting, or the price. Of course, there is so much more to consider outside of those two things. Ensure you get the best of the best by asking your potential caterer the following questions in your interview process.
 A big, chocolate-covered thank you to all our Pinterest and Blog followers!
Our Pinterest page, and blog posts have been blowing up! We're happy to know that our social media has taken off. Keep following My Big Day for more on:
-Cheers!  Have you ever struggled with figuring out what necklace looks good with the neckline of your dress, blouse, etc? My Big Day has seen a lot of bad necklace choices for wedding dress necklines that fight with the jewelry. Thankfully our friends at Charming Charlie came up with a helpful neckline cheat sheet! Now accessorizing is a breeze! See their helpful neckline cheat sheet below. Click & Print! 
 My Big Day LOVES bachelorettes and loves to party! Some traditional bachelor and bachelorette party ideas seem tired and a little 'been there, done that.' Try switching things up a bit and look for fun group activities that a tad un-traditional. Check out the list below and find a party idea that's right for you and your friends. And if you really need help, contact My Big Day and let us plan the party for you!
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