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Did you watch the Royal Wedding today?  I thought it was lovely and, despite the traditional "fairytale" event, I found some great inspirations for your gay wedding.  

I know that most people are talking about Kate and her beautiful dress but I want to talk about her hot sister, Pippa!

My lesbian brides who choose to wear a dress frequently do not wear a traditional wedding gown, but often something simpler, even from bridesmaids' collections.  Pippa, Kate's sister and Maid of Honor, wore a stunning modern, understated (white!) McQueen dress that I believe will find its way into lesbian weddings.  This dress epitomizes the essence of many gay weddings that are fantastic blends of the traditional and the very unexpected.  

For the grooms, I think it would be stunning but I don't expect to see any of my men walking down the aisle in military uniforms anytime soon!  I've had grooms in morning suits only once before, though and they looked so handsome - I'd love to see that again!  For grooms who want a very classic wedding experience, a wedding a grand old estate or mansion, this is a fantastic look.  And, wow, James Middleton is a great looking guy.


I loved how the florist, Shane Connolly, at the request of the bride and the groom, really brought the outside in for the ceremony.  The trees were not only dramatic but also reflective of the couple's personal values.    It's a beautiful aesthetic that's more than just a trend.  It has a modern, yet classic look and of course the color pop in Westminster Abbey finishes it off stunningly.  We will be using loads of greens at a very modern wedding later this year.

We are growing!  New York is my home state and it's long been my goal to open a 14 Stories office in that state.  We have posted a job description for a New York wedding sales consultant.  It's part time, flexible hours, commission-based.  If you are interested in getting into the wedding industry and have sales experience, this could be the right job for you!

Please share widely with anyone you think would be a good candidate for this exciting position!

Wedding Sales Consultant job description

Before tipping anyone, check carefully to see what is included in the bill … limo companies, caterers, and venues providing valet and coat check services may already have a line item for gratuity! 

• Caterers: Look for a gratuity line item for both the service staff and the bartender. If it’s not included, leave thirty-five to fifty dollars per server and for the catering manager, and 15 to 20 percent of the bar bill for the bartender(s). 
• Limo: Leave 15 to 20 percent of the bill. 
• Musicians: Tip each musician twenty five dollars or more. 
•  DJ: A DJ should receive 15 percent of his fee, if they do not own their own company. 
• Hair & Makeup: Tip the stylists 15 to 20 percent of their fees. 
• Valet: Tip the valets fifty cents to one dollar per car. 
• Coat Check: Coat checkers should receive fifty cents to one dollar per coat 

For exceptional service, you may, but need not tip (or give a gift to) your:

• Photographer/Videographer 
• Floral Designer 
• Planner 
• Cake-maker