Celebrity Wedding Planner Donnie Brown's Big List of Wedding Don'ts for 2009

If you've watched The Style Network's Who's Wedding Is It Anyway? you know celebrity wedding planner Donnie Brown isn't one to mince words. As a matter of fact, he had quite a lot to say when he stopped by our offices last week to fill us in on what's in and what's out for 2009. Here's our wrap-up on what you should avoid when planning your 2009 nuptials.

Colors:
Have your heart set on chocolate brown and Tiffany blue? "It's so over," insists Brown. If you don't want to look dated, avoid these two hues entirely, he says. Hot new colors? Green and orange are the way to go if you want to give your wedding décor a style upgrade.

Destination Weddings:
"Most of my brides aren't doing it," says Brown. "I always ask them, is your grandmother going be able to attend? In the end, they decide against it." Brown says alternative venues offer more options and less restrictions than a big hotel or resort.

Reception Menu:
Food stations and cocktail receptions are out and sit-down meals are back in says Brown. "Do you want your most important guests standing around with a plate in hand in drink in another?" Brown asks. "That's just asking for a disaster like a spill." The formality of European serving and dining adds an element of class and anticipation, Brown promises.

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