FIRST: THE ASSIGNMENT IS 2 PARTS. WRITE “EASY” ENGLISH. READ ARTICLES AND ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS PLEASE + I WILL PROVIDE EXAMPLE OF ANSWERS.
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Chapter 7- Wedding Budgets

Article 1: “Couples are saying ‘I do’ on Thursdays”

Summary: It can often be much cheaper for couples to get married on a Thursday due to little competition from other clients. It can also be easier to book certain venues since they are less-likely to be busy.

Link: http://money.cnn.com/2016/08/18/pf/thursday-wedding/

What are other ways that timing can affect a wedding’s cost?
What are some of the trade-offs for having an off-season wedding or having it on a non-traditional day?
What are some issues that could arise when planning a wedding on a non-traditional day?

Article 2: “ Don’t buy a ‘wedding dress’ for your wedding”

Summary: Studies show that any goods or services that has “wedding” attached to it comes with a particularly jaw-dropping price tag. Since, the element is made for a special occasion, the prices are elevated to spread the message. Additionally, researchers found that stores offer sales online in the first quarter. Retailers believe that people are more comfortable with buying wedding dresses online before trying them on.

Link:https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/wonk/wp01/2016/06/21/dont-buy-a-wedding-dress-for-your-wedding/

What are your feelings on shops charging more for wedding dresses since it is made for a special occasion?
Are there any other cheaper alternative for an expensive wedding dress of your dream?
Should one stay on budget by buying their wedding dresses online? Why or why not?
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Determining the Vision
Magazine:

Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth Cannabis Themed Wedding

http://ireadculture.com/miley-cyrus-and-liam-hemsworth-unveil-cannabis-themed-wedding/

1. Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth Cannabis Themed Wedding As a wedding planner, it is important to allow the bride and groom to choose what their wedding should look like. What are some challenges a wedding planner might face when dealing with a client who would like a particular theme like Miley’s?

2. In what ways do you think culture plays a role in the theme of a wedding?

3. The overall vision of a wedding is very important. The wedding should incorporate both the bride and the groom. What are your impressions of using themes as a way to incorporate unique details about the bride and groom into the wedding?  Here is an example of how the groom can add his own personal touch to his suit:

https://www.theknot.com/content/fun-boutonniere-ideas

4. What are the risks and benefits of incorporating nearby holidays into the theme of a wedding? Here is an example of how to incorporate holidays into weddings:

http://www.bridalguide.com/blogs/bridal-buzz/holiday-wedding-themes