Document ActionsWedding PlannerAids and tips for planning a wedding at the Nagle Warren Mansion B&B. Introduction, Services, Planning Your Wedding, Calculator, Checklist, Wedding Trends, Wedding Menus, Wedding Policies, & Information Request Form. The Nagle Warren Mansion B&B provides wedding services and honeymoons for people in Cheyenne, Wyoming, Colorado, and Nebraska UNPARALLELED SERVICE
Let our experienced staff handle all the details so you can relax and enjoy the day with your family and guests. Envision an elegant setting, filled with loved ones, dining on delicious cuisine served with the utmost professionalism and attention to detail. Whether you are planning an intimate gathering for immediate family or a more elaborate seated banquet for all your friends and family, you can be sure every detail will be taken care of. Simplify your life. Enjoy a cup of tea while meeting with our wedding consultants. At the Nagle Warren Mansion, it isn't necessary to worry about renting separate venues for the wedding and reception, nor do you need to pay costly rental fees for chairs, tables, table linens and decorations. An elegant setting is already provided. Choose from the many services we provide:
PLANNING YOUR WEDDING In addition to our on-site library of wedding materials, we offer the following tips (below) to aid you in your planning:
BUDGET WORKSHEET
These are general estimates. If you plan to spend more, or less, on certain elements deduct (or add) percentage points from other categories.
Reception 50% ______________ X .50 = ____________________ Your total Budget Available $ for reception Site fee __________________ Officiant __________________ Catering costs/food __________________ tax 6% __________________ tip 20% __________________ Bar and beverage __________________ Tax 6% __________________ Cake & Tax __________________ Cutting fee __________________ Furniture Rental __________________ Tent Rental __________________ Linens Rental __________________ Tax on Rentals __________________ Total _____________ Music 10% ______________ X .10 = ____________________ Your total Budget Available $ for music Ceremony ___________________ Cocktail hour ___________________ Reception ___________________ Total _____________ Flowers 10% ______________ X .10 = ____________________ Your total Budget Available $ for flowers Ceremony site flowers _______________ Bridal bouquet _______________ Bride's attendant(s) _______________ Groom/groomsman boutonniers _______________ Additional corsages/boutonniers _______________ Reception centerpieces _______________ Total ____________ Wedding Attire 10% ______________ X .10 = _______________________ Your total Budget Available $ for wedding attire Dress/Alterations _______________ Headpiece/veil _______________ Lingerie/shoes/wrap/bag _______________ Jewelry _______________ Hair and makeup _______________ Groom's ensemble _______________ Total ____________ Photography 10% ______________ X .10 = ______________________ Your total Budget Available $ for photography Engagement Portrait _______________ Photography _______________ Videography _______________ Wedding album package _______________ Tax _______________ Total ____________ Stationery 4% ______________ X .04 = _____________________ Your total Budget Available $ for stationery Announcement/save-the-dates _______________ Invitations and enclosures _______________ Calligraphy _______________ Postage _______________ Place cards/Programs _______________ Thank you notes _______________ Total ______________ Additional Expenses 6% _______________ X .06 = _____________________ Your total budget Available $ for additional expense Attendants' gifts _______________ Gifts for each other _______________ Marriage License _______________ Bridesmaids' luncheon _______________ Favors _______________ Rehearsal Dinner _______________ Wedding day transportation _______________ Church/synagogue/officiant's fees _______________ Total ______________ Typical Gratuities include: Waitstaff - 20 percent of the total food bill Bartenders - 20 percent of the total bar bill Reception musicians, DJs: $25 - 50 each Limosine drivers: 15 percent to 20 percent of the bill, unless already included in the contract Hairstylists and makeup artists: 15 percent of bill Custom dictates that you don't have to tip the following, although if someone has done an outstanding job, you may want to offer a gratuity: Religious officiant, soloist, organist, wedding planner, stationer, baker, videographer, photographer, florist WEDDING TRENDS 2008 Colors Steel gray has replaced chocolate brown Colors popular for spring and summer: aqua, platinum, soft pink, pale yellow and coral Colors popular for fall and winter: wine, purple, turquoise, navy and emerald green Invitations Incorporate bridal colors and often include monograms Cakes Are going back to all white, rather than bold colors Traditional bride and groom cake toppers are being replaced with fresh flowers, sculptures and monograms Wedding Flowers Hand tied bridal bouquets Bouquets with beads, brooches, jewels, pearl or charms More mothers are opting for a posey instead of a corsage Centerpieces may vary in size and design, using the same colors and flowers Gowns Romantic, vintage look is popular in gowns (this style is also popular in rings) Fewer strapless, more with interesting necklines Waistlines enhanced by sashes and belts More wraps and shawls with gowns Jewelry Pearls Rhinestones Crystal Hair ornaments Other Incorporating ethical "green" choices in wedding planning considerations Establishing a wedding web page and/or blog RESOURCES Our Favorite Wedding Links Preferred Vendors Wedding Cake Nagle Warren Mansion B&B Jane Branigan Hottle House Cakes Deb Hottle Floral Nagle Warren Mansion B&B Jane Branigan La Fleur Florist Hair Visual FX Salon Massage/ Facials/ Makup Blue Sage Spa Musician Jake Martin Piano & Guitar Hart Classical Guitar Nails Photography Dove Studio Singer Studio Mary Steinbacher Seated Luncheon or Dinner served in the elegance of the Nagle Warren Mansion Pair a fine wine with your luncheon, dinner, or reception. Choose a champaign or sparkling wine for a toast. |
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