After having to deal with the disappointment of losing both a bridesmaid and a friend, Lena reached out to the ladies who were still standing by her to introduce us to each other. And as my being five hours away precluded the initial introduction from happening in person, Lena made the choice to contact us all via Facebook.

Now I've seen a lot of brides-to-be apologizing for their decision to use Facebook to keep in touch with their bridal team. My suggestion right now is to stop apologizing!

In fact, I suggest embracing the fact that you are using technology to make your wedding planning move more smoothly. Believe me, your wedding party will get over the cheese factor - if they even thought of it at all!

Many of us (likely most of us) are on Facebook several times per day. Some of us even have Facebook alerts sent to our mobile phones. Often times I find that many of my personal clients will respond more quickly to a Facebook Message than they will an email.

In her message to the bridesmaids, Lena did a brief introduction of each lady and a description of their history together. The ease of being able to "friend" each other and continue a message thread together is definitely a plus.

Today I went ahead and created a Facebook group for Lena's bridal party so that we can begin sharing resources and getting to know each other in a slightly more private forum that stays off of the general News Feed. Already I've posted the front runner for the bridesmaids' dresses - and when we have a definite winner I will share it here!

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