Calling all "Y-Gen's"!

Oh yes, that's what we're called. We're the Y-gens, the millenials, or "babies of the eighties", a phrase I have borrowed from Andrew McMahon of the band Something Corporate. We're technologically savvy. We’re comfortable with e-mail attachments rather than fax machines. We're still paying off loans while trying to save money for the future, but we have been brought up to appreciate quality. We value tradition, but let's not forget, experiencing the 80's and early 90's during our formative years have left us creative, quirky, fun, and charismatic.

And now, we've gotten a start on our careers, and for some of us, are ready to become homeowners, start families, but most importantly (at least in terms of this blog), get married!

So what are we looking for?

We’re internet researchers, and can find anything with a keyword and some clicks, but will want someone experienced to tell us what it all means. We were the first generation to grow up with numerous extra-curriculars and athletic commitments, so we are used to budgeting our time and being organized, but we won’t cancel our commitments or activities. Rather, we expect agents and planners to be savvy with accommodating our busy schedules. Although we are in touch with the latest styles and trends, we feel the most comfortable with an experienced planner, because we trust that they will keep things traditional and running smoothly. But we want them to be in touch with our unique and fresh visions.

With these things said, I’ll be posting things I find that are classy and traditional, but maybe have a unique flair or a twist to really personalize and stylize your wedding. I'll also keep an eye out for the fabulous and luxurious, finding ways to make your wedding fit for royalty or the red carpet (Which, let's face it, is America's form of royalty anyway). Or maybe you're the romantic type, don't want all the fuss, and are looking for something understated, subtle and beautiful. And of course, there is always the wacky, the fun, the unconventional. We may want tradition, but let’s face it: we were kids of the 80’s, and we know how to have some fun, and there’s nothing wrong with letting a little personality shine through on our wedding day!

Which kind of style speaks to you for your wedding?

• Unconventional and Fun
• Simple, Subtle and Beautiful
• Fabulous and Luxurious
• Traditional with a Twist

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