4 The Dallas Post Perfect Wedding '93 Section 2 p= N « Wednesday, January 27, 1993 Get your photo needs in focus By Sharon Achatz Copley News Service From engagement through to wedding day, pictures — both still and video — play an important part in your wedding and all the festivities surrounding it. Even thougii amateurs can help capture the events surrounding your wedding, don’t trust the photos of your big day to anyone other than a professional who spe- cializes in weddings. Begin to search for a pro by asking for recommendations from recently married friends or from another wedding professional whose opinion you trust. Once you've got a few names, make appointments to meet the photographers and look at wed- ding albums they've put together. Some photographers offer pack- ages that include their shooting time and prints in one price. Oth- ers charge for their shooting time and allow you to purchase prints and albums ala care. When you finally decide on pho- tographer, sign a contract that in- cludes the name of your photogra- pher, all times and places he will be shooting, the total amount charged, the delivery date for proofs and finished prints, who owns the negatives and the can- cellation policy. Videos are a standard part of wedding photography today as well, and a videographer should be chosen with the same care used tc choose a photographer. Starting by looking for a com- pany that specializes in wedding videos and does everything in- house rather than one that sends tapes out for editing. View sample tapes. Ask how the videographer will personalize your tape. Most com- panies offer a variety of packages, from completely unedited tapes you can receive on the wedding day to more complex edited ver- sions that include still photos of you and your husband growing up, BRIDEFACTS Sharing the Costs Wedding expenses are now shared: TheBride’s | The Groom's Family Family -Ceremony - Beverages Site Fee - Limousines -Ceremonial | - Reception Music Music - Food - Photography - The Cake O 2) &o, Copley. News Service music, split-screen shots, comput- er graphics, dissolving pictures, ti- tles and more. Here, from Bridal Guide maga- zine, are tips for keeping wedding photography in focus. ® Document all the parties, showers and special days leading up to your wedding by asking friends or family members to act as photographers at each event. ® An easy way to make taking pictures an integral part of an event is by passing out disposable cameras to guests as they arrive. 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Lapels grow smaller or get wider. Vests are in; vests are out. Pants look better in pleats, which then become passe. Ties get fat, then thin. Should ‘you wear a single-breasted or a double-breasted? Grooms can count on the clas- sics when it comes to tuxedos. Like the nuptial ceremony itself, formal wear can be traditional, el- egant and serene despite the ruf- fling of feathers before the big day. Today’s tuxedos are more re- laxed with softer shoulders, sensu- al fabrics and easy lines. The fit is less stuffy than traditional English wear but the look is always ele- gant. The shawl tuxedo was popular in the 1920s and 1930s. It’s casual ambience is made for today’s soft- er styles: rounded shouldered jackets; fabric draped around the chest, and full cut trousers. Accessorize with authority. A navy “St. Tropez” tux in full dress tails with a subtle stripe and notch satin lapels looks fine with a pais- ley tie and cummerbund. A shawl- collared, double-breasted jacket in slate with black trousers can be , polished off with a plaid bow tie. A tuxedo for all seasons and time of day is always correct. Is the wedding in spring, summer, winter or fall? What time of day will the ceremony be held? Will you include a wedding party? How big? What kind of wedding will it be — traditional; eccentric or sim- ple? FORMAL WEDDINGS For very formal daytime wed- dings, grooms could wear a long jacket, cutaway-style, in black or gray. A classic side-striped trou- ser, a white shirt with wing collars and French cuffs, studs, a vest, cummerbund, an ascot or four-in- one hand tie, black dress shoes and matching hat/gloves and overcoat make a handsome photo. Formal evening weddings de- serve black trousers and coat with a white vest, cummerbund and tie. A black top hat and white gloves to accompany a black or gray overcoat add drama to the event. SEMIFORMAL WEDDINGS Matching or contrasting jack- ets, trousers, shirts, cummer- bunds, vests and ties are standard semiformal wedding fare, minus the haute couture accessories such as hats, gloves, overcoats, ascots, ete. INFORMAL WEDDINGS An elegant business suit for the conservative set or an unusual and memorable alternative are the right touch here. A simple back yard wedding or a civil ceremony at the county courthouse deserves a suit; black, gray, navy, dark blue or white sports jacket, with a tie to match. Eccentric gear should match the party. A skydiver tying the knot could wear a tux under his jumping regalia; surfers could wear sandals and shorts, with a white shirt and long, cutaway jacket. Be sure to involve the bride in the selection; a surprise in this area is always disquieting. TUXEDO HUNTING Patience and the help of a pro- fessional comes in handy when it’s time to rent or buy your wedding day attire. Learn the difference between single-breasted vs. double-breast- ed jackets. Collars come in vari- ous flavors: shawl, peaked and notched. Bow ties, ascots and four- in-hand neck wear purvey certain feels. Cuff links, studs, pocket squares, cummerbunds and sus- penders add the spice to your en- semble. When hunting for a formal wear shop, make sure it offers national labels. Visit several shops and try on different styles. Ask plenty of questions. Gather information three to six months before the wedding day. Fit is as important as aesthet- ics. The jackets should feel com- fortable at the neck and shoulders. Be sure to stand and sit with the jacket buttoned. FORMAL DOS AND DON'TS Look in the mirror before you head for the altar. Cummerbunds should be worn with pleats facing up. The wing collar is worn behind the bow tie rather than in front. Pleated white shirts are pre- ferred to yesterday’s ruffled or pastel shirts. 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