Besides a weekend full of incredible memories – and that fabulous thank you speech you and your hubby gave – when your guests leave your wedding, you want them to take home something extra special.

 

 

Our favorite favors are the ones that offer something personal – a goodie that truly represents the bride and groom. Here’s a look at a few of our recent fab favors…

 

Matching the wedding’s rustic décor, this favor included a wood spork for eating your wedding cake on the go!

 

This jar of honey was super sweet and special – it came directly from the bride’s parents’ farm!

 

 

Edible favors are always a guest favorite – especially cupcakes and cookies!

 

 

We’ve had couples ship in from their favorite bakery, or work directly with our Cake Shop to create a delicious treat using their favorite flavors and colors.

 

 

Add some pretty packaging and a personal message, and your sweet treat is ready to go!

 

 

Photos by Adagion Studio, Alain Martinez Photography, Chris Joriann Fine Art Photography, Amy Hill Photography, Lara Rios Photography and Jeff Kolodny Photography.

 

From the first dance to the last, selecting that perfect music for your wedding is no easy feat. We’re sharing our teams favorite tunes for first dance, father-daughter and mother-son.

 

Photo by Chris Joriann Fine Art Photography

 

Take a look – and a listen – to our top 10 lists…

 

At Last
Your first dance as a couple will be a moment you remember forever. Needless to say, the selection of the perfect song is crucial.

 

Everything by Michael Buble

 

 

Can’t Help Falling in Love by Andrea Bocelli

 

 

The Scientist by Coldplay

 

 

>>See our full Top 10 list of first dance songs.

 

Dancing with Daddy
The father-daughter dance is one honored wedding tradition that’s likely never to change. Do it right and we guarantee there won’t be a dry eye in the house.

 

Daughters by John Mayer

 

 

I don’t Want To Miss A Thing by Aerosmith

 

 

Dance With My Father by Luther Vandros

 

 

>>See our full Top 10 list of father-daughter dance songs.

 

Photo by Donna Newman Photography

 

A Dance for Mamma
A groom and his mother share a special bond that we just love to see celebrated on the dance floor.

 

Through The Years by Kenny Rogers

 

 

Because You Loved Me by Celine Dion

 

 

You Are The Sunshine Of My Life by Stevie Wonder

 

 

>>See our full Top 10 list of mother-son songs.

 

 

Are we missing your favorite? Do tell.

Looking for the perfect wedding gift for the couple who has everything? Help the newlyweds continue the celebration with a case of Louis Roederer Cristal Champagne – the ultimate imported French champagne.

 

 

Known all over the world as one of the finest champagnes, the flat-bottomed clear “crystal” bottle, anti-UV gold cellophane wrapper and gold label have always been associated with supreme luxury.

 

With a gift like this, you will ensure the bride and groom remain in eternal matrimonial bliss.

 

You may have heard of it – and if you’re not on it yet, be careful: Pinterest is addicting! Best described as a “virtual pinboard,” Pinterest helps you virtually organize and share all the pretty things you love. It’s also the newest “in” thing for wedding planning!

 

 

Instead of tearing pages out of a magazine or printing pictures from your favorite blog, you can compile all your wedding ideas in one place – creating an online inspiration board you can easily share with your family and friends.

 

 

Ready to get pinning?
Here’s our easy guide to Pinterest in just five steps…

 

• Step one: Join Pinterest. Since it’s so popular, you will have to request an invite. Or, if you know someone currently on Pinterest – they can invite you right away.

 

 

Breakers Weddings has an account and we’d be happy to invite you. Leave us a comment here, or email us at weddings@thebreakers.com and we’ll send you an invite!

 

• Step two: Follow your friends, family and all the wedding professionals, blogs and publications you love. You can even find your friends by logging in through Facebook and Twitter, or by importing your email contacts.

 

Don’t forget to follow us at Pinterest.com/BreakersWedding!

 

• Step three: Create your boards. You can “Create a Board” – as many boards as you’d like, labeled however you like – and start uploading images and links to inspiration you’ve found.

 

 

You can create your own boards for Décor Inspiration (ours, below), Bouquet Ideas, Wedding Gowns, Invitations and even Shoes – to name a few.

 

 

• Step four: Start pinning! Upload images, add links and put all your wedding inspiration into handy pinboards…

 

 

Search “wedding” or choose the “weddings & events” category to discover all the wedding goodies Pinterest has to offer.

 

• Step five: Repin and share. Love something a friend has pinned? You can choose to “like” their post, comment on it, and “repin” it to one of your own boards.

 

 

 

Happy Pinning! See you on Pinterest…

 

The Breakers’ destination wedding team is often asked if we recommend hiring a planner to help coordinate your wedding – this is an important decision, so we have compiled a list with the top five reasons hiring a wedding or event planner is a great choice…

 

Photo by Chris Joriann Fine Art Photography

 

1. Professional Pros: Planning a wedding or event can be a full time job. From researching vendors, taking care of the details, and coming up with creative ideas to make your celebration amazing, a planner will save you hours of legwork. A professional keeps you updated, makes detailed itineraries for all involved, including other vendors, and assures you that everything will happen on time and on schedule. They will flawlessly execute your event.

 

2. Expert advice: Your planner channels your tastes, taking into consideration your style and personality. They make sure that your event day surpasses all expectations and turn your dreams into a reality, and can offer etiquette and ideas along the way.

 

3. Vendor Loyalty: Great planners have built outstanding relationships with vendors in all categories. In turn, vendors want to work with these planners because they know the event is going to run smoothly. You are assured to get the best prices from the finest, most reliable vendors who love working with your planner.

 

4. Just In Case: A planner is educated in handling situations that involve any unforeseen circumstances relating to your event day with grace and ease. Their goal is to go above and beyond and to devise solutions to make your day perfect, no matter what it takes.

 

5. In the Know: A savvy planner with keep up with all the latest industry trends and stay ahead of the curve. They have the ability to suggest out of the box ideas that will add personalization and a wow factor to your event.

 

Our team has had the opportunity to work with many talented wedding planners. Here is a list of The Breakers recommended wedding and event planners…

 

Local
Exquisite Details
561-744-8835, Susan Josephson and Trisha Todd; www.exquisite-details.com

 

Posh Parties and Paper
561-302-0702, Heather Lowenthal; www.poshpartiesonline.com

 

Rafanelli Events
617-357-1818, 561-515-6022, Bryan Rafanelli; www.rafanellievents.com

 

Sara Renee Events
954-326-8426, Sara Renee; www.sarareneeevents.com

 

The Planning Company Inc.
561-310-0555, Trina S. Chaney-Hoo; www.theplanningcompany.net

 

The Zanadu Group/Social Registry
954-986-9488, 407-402-9323, Cheryl Beitler; www.zanadugroup.com

 

New York
Harriette Rose Katz
212-535-0005; www.gourmetadvisory.com

 

Jennifer Zabinski Events
212-555-1212, Jen Zabinski; www.jzevents.com

 

Marcy Blum
212-929-9814; www.marcyblum.com

 

State of the Art Enterprises Ltd.
212-317-1421, Leslie Mastin; www.stateoftheartnyc.com

 

West Coast
Laurie Arons Special Events, llc
415-332-0600, Laurie Arons; www.LaurieArons.com