6 Things You Should Know About Wedding Contracts

The stars have aligned, and the planner, venue, and photographer of your dreams are all available on your wedding date. But before you jump into it with all three, slow down to consider that you’re about to enter into a series of legal agreements. Though signing contracts is no one’s idea of fun, they help protect you and your family on one of the most important events of your life, so it’s crucial to get them right. We’ve talked to some of the top wedding vendors to round up six things you should know about wedding contracts before signing them.

December 1st

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Hoffer Photography

Tip of the Day: "The right lighting for your event will make it memorable and beautiful. The wrong lighting for your event will completely hijack your wedding pictures, leaving everyone looking like Smurfs dancing with Barney and friends," says Heather Thomas from Heatherlily.

She adds, "If you're interested in lighting, discuss it with your event designer and florist, and please run it past your photographer. Don't get caught up in a 'too good to be true' lighting package. Seek out a professional lighting technician to discuss lighting techniques. They can explain the difference between pin spot lighting, color wash lights, gobos and lekos. They'll also guide you to choosing the right colors that will complement your guests’ skin tones."

Plus, check out 15 Fun Ways to Light Up Your Wedding.

November 28th

Tip of the Day: Finalize your color palette before scheduling any meetings with floral designers. "You should have a very clear idea of your ideal colors, tones and hues since color is a very important part of a designer's job. Certain flowers only come in a few colors and some colors don't work great together," says Karla Cassidy from Karla Cassidy Designs.

"Your color palette should not only complement your overall wedding vision but the surroundings of your wedding venue. And while you certainly don't need to use seasonal colors, keep in mind, for example, that it's harder to find an array of pastel-hued blooms in autumn," she adds.

Plus, check out 200+ Beautiful Color Combinations for Your Wedding.

Fitness Tracker

Sweating for the wedding? Motivate yourself to reach your fitness goals and make healthier choices with the Fitbit Charge Wristband ($129.95). This advanced device delivers real-time stats including calories burned and distance traveled, syncing your progress automatically to Fitbit’s mobile and online tools. It even monitors how long and how well you sleep.

In-House Massage

After the wedding, everyone will need some well-deserved R&R — especially both sets of parents. Give them the gift of a pampering massage from the comfort of their home with the Zeel on-demand service (priced at $105 - $160 for a 60-minute massage). Zeel's experienced, licensed masseuses are available seven days a week — as early as 8 a.m. and as late as 10:30 p.m. — so Mom or Dad can schedule their desired time slot on a whim. The service is currently available in 40 cities.

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