The Ultimate Groom To-Do List | Wedding Planning Checklist

Not quite sure what to do before you say: "I do."? AMAS and Carly from Emerald Engagements has it locked in with The Ultimate Groom To-Do List.

Vaya Con Dios.

SO MUCH TO THINK ABOUT. SO LITTLE TIME. THAT’S WHERE I COME IN.

My name is Carly and I have been in the event planning industry for three years. I fell in love with planning weddings when I was in college at The University of Hawaii at Manoa studying Communications. I loved planning tropical beach weddings, however, I have enjoyed getting to see the Pacific Northwest and embracing all the trends!

Wedding planning is stressful and takes a lot of time and organization. Lucky for you, I pride myself on time management and keeping things organized.

 I love being a part of people’s love stories and watching them unfold. It’s a special moment to watch the partner’s reaction as they see their person for the first time. I have a fiery passion to plan and would love to grab a cup of coffee and chat about your special day.

I offer affordable, highly-professional wedding and event planning services that fit any budget and imagination. From helping your ideas become reality to filling in for those who feel creatively challenged, I can help you experience the wedding of your dreams!

CARLY ALBERT

PHOTOGRAPHY: Rachelle Erickson

Networking: The Social Club

Networking is a structured plan to get to know people who will do business with you or introduce you to those who will. Typically, ineffective networkers attend several networking groups but talk to the same friend's each time. Obviously, this behavior defeats the entire purpose of networking. Knowing this Laidback Allure in conjunction with The Cloud Room created The Social Club. A gathering where creatives, influencers and business entrepreneurs can converse over drinks and good music.

Remember networking is inclusive, not exclusive. After learning people's names, don't be afraid to add those wallflowers standing on the fringes to your conversation. This practice allows you to seamlessly move in and out of conversations while being a connector. AMAS also suggests you use your wardrobe to your advantage as comfort starts with appearance. A simple rule is to always dress one level better than the suggested dress code. Lastly be an active listener. Listening makes one captivating and will inspire you to ask smarter questions. Consider what we think about speech, "Talk is cheap", "That's mere rhetoric", "Silence is golden". People don't value listeners because they will respond with answers. We value the people who care to listen. 

Special Thanks.

• LBA:  @laidbackallure
• The Cloud Room: @cloudroomseattle
• Soul Breathing Photophraphy: @soulbreathingphotography 
• #TheSocialClub

YPOS X AMAS Presents: DapperAF Etiquette

Young Professionals of Seattle have teamed up with AMAS. Here we will discuss: Dance floor etiquette, how to exit a conversation with tact, and how to be memorable with just your wardrobe.  Let us know your thoughts...