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Wedding planning requires organization, coordination and attention to detail. Get tips on planning a wedding from a relationship coach in this free video series on weddings and proposals.
There are 12 videos in this series:
To give an engagement ring to a man, make it a positive experience, be sure that he will wear the ring and pick out something that will not embarrass him. Give a man a ring as a gift, not a sign of ownership, with help from a relationship coach in this free video on engagements.
Ask a man to marry you in the same way a man would ask a woman, by planning a romantic moment, sharing your feelings and even getting down on a knee. Consider proposing to a man with a ring and making it fun with advice from a relationship coach in this free video on weddings proposals.
Propose to a woman without a ring by creating a romantic moment and making a very clear, definite proposal that will be beautiful and dramatic. Allow a woman to pick out her own ring after a wedding proposal with tips from a relationship coach in this free video on wedding proposals.
Get engaged in a romantic way by serenading the one you love, surprising the woman with the ring or going on a romantic weekend together. Be creative, thoughtful and romantic when proposing to a woman with help from a relationship coach in this free video on engagements.
To plan an inexpensive wedding, don't tell the caterer and florist that the event is a wedding, make the centerpieces by hand, avoid having too many flowers and lower the guest count. Cut costs at a wedding by finding a free location, having a buffet meal and considering advice from a relationship coach in this free video on weddings planning.
When planning a wedding, enjoy the process, avoid becoming a bridezilla who obsesses over details, give the vendors freedom and focus on your relationship. Avoid haggling over wedding details during the planning and ask for advice from people with experience using advice from a relationship coach in this free video on wedding planning.
In order to say "no" to being a bridesmaid at a wedding, be respectful, express gratitude at being asked and then be honest about your reasons for not wanting to participate. Explain to a bride that you cannot afford to be a bridesmaid or that you do not like being in the spotlight with help from a relationship coach in this free video on weddings.
Choose bridesmaids that are your deepest, closest friends and will be able to help with the wedding planning and dress shopping. Avoid picking bridesmaids that will fight with you or will not be around to fulfill their duties and consider tips from a relationship coach in this free video on wedding planning.
Traditionally, the bride will buy the groom's wedding ring and the groom will buy the bride's wedding ring, but it is really up to the couple. Make a romantic outing of picking out the wedding rings together, and don't make who is paying an issue, with help from a relationship coach in this free video on wedding rings.
To say "thank you" to your bridesmaids, considering buying them spa certificates, a beautiful necklace to wear at the wedding or just something thoughtful and special. Take the bridesmaids on a trip to thank them with tips from a relationship coach in this free video on bridesmaids.
The bridal shower is traditionally paid for by the maid of honor, but asking for contributions from other bridesmaids is perfectly acceptable. Plan a simple bridal shower to save costs, instead of an elaborate party, with help from a relationship coach in this free video on wedding showers.
The role of the maid of honor is to be as supportive to the bride as possible, make a toast at the wedding and help the bride with her dress. Focus on the bride as the maid of honor, helping with any details, with tips from a relationship coach in this free video on weddings.
Planning a wedding is no small endeavor. There are hundreds of details to account for, like the cake, decorations, cocktails, menus and entertainment. Most importantly, planning a wedding requires tying all of the individual aspects together into a cohesive theme. With so many details to consider, it is sometimes wise to hire a specialist in the field. In this free video series on wedding planning, a relationship coach explains the basics of proposing and planning a wedding. Get information on how to propose to a man and how to propose without a ring. Learn how to pick your bridesmaids and find out how to plan the wedding on a budget. Planning a wedding isn't easy, but with the right information and attitude, anyone can create a beautiful event.
Donna Barnes Donna Barnes is a professional life coach, relationship expert, television host, columnist and producer, as well as the author of "It's All About You." Barnes has been attracting a lot of attention as the on-air relationship coach for ABC News prime time limited series called "What Would You Do?" The popular "candid camera of ethics" hosted by Emmy winner John Quinones aired in the spring of 2008, and now returns to TV for more episodes. Additionally, Barnes has been asked to be a contributor on "Good Morning America," has appeared on Fox News, dished on the Fuse documentary series "10 Great Reasons," and has guest starred as a dating coach on VH1's "Charm School" with Sharon Osbourne. She has been seen as the relationship coach to comedian Andy Kindler on "Late Show with David Letterman" and contributed her opinion on FOX News "Red Eye," CNBC's "The Big Idea with Donny Deutsch," "The Dr. Keith Ablow Show" and NY1's "The Call".dkdk
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