Christal says: Say Cheese! In the past year, the trend of having photobooths at weddings has grown immensely. Photobooths have become a memory maker where guests can be themselves and have fun.

Photobooth companies are now incorporating props such as hats, sunglasses, and wigs to be used when taking pictures. Many companies also offer a personalized scrapbook where guests can paste one of their pictures and write a message to the bride and groom and keep a second set of photos as a favor. Photos can be customized with the bride and groom’s name and wedding date. Most photobooth rentals come with an attendant to help guests with any needs they may have

Christal says: It is customary to provide a meal for any vendor that has been hired for four hours or more. These vendors usually include coordinators, photographers, disc jockeys, videographers and/or band members. When hiring your wedding vendors, be sure to review their contracts, as specific meal requests may be required. Ask your Caterer for vendor meal options and pricing. Vendor meals should not include alcoholic beverages or décor options, so the cost per person should be less than what you would pay for a wedding guest's meal. Some Caterers will provide a boxed meal which includes a sandwich, chip, fruit, etc., instead of the entrée that is being served to your guests. If you are serving a buffet meal, wedding vendors can dine from the buffet once all of your guests have eaten. Don't feel like you have to invite your vendors to dine at the guest tables. Most locations provide a separate room for vendors to enjoy their meal during a time that best fits their schedule.

Christal says: Contrary to popular belief, plated meals do cost less than buffet options, but the time of your wedding should dictate the type of food and beverage that should be served. Consider a daytime wedding with a lunch or brunch menu. For a mid-day wedding, offer cocktails and hors d'oeuvres. If you choose to invite only your immediate family to the ceremony, include an intimate dinner and then invite your friends to join a late night dessert reception.