Aug
23
2008
One of the most delightful things about wedding favors is how easily they can combine the useful and the beautiful. Soap wedding favors are a perfect illustration.
Suppose you plan on a Spring wedding theme. Naturally, you’ll have flowers strewn all around, and incorporated into the designs for table cloths, and other elements. How easy it [...]
Feb
16
2008
This article could go on for volumes but I will render you the condensed version of the things I have seen at weddings that would fall under good and bad wedding etiquette. The term wedding etiquette refers to the things you are expected to do at a wedding or the things that are considered to [...]
Jun
21
2007

On your big day, you want everything to be a true reflection of your taste and style. From looking beautiful when you walk down the aisle to personalized party favors, there are so many elements to think about when planning a wedding. With a myriad of different options available today, you can pull off a [...]
Apr
18
2007

It’s just like you dreamed . . . he declares his love, surprises you with a ring, you fall into his arms and say, “Yes!†And then, boom, reality hits and you’re up to your tiara in guest lists, menu choices and bridal magazines galore.
The months prior to her wedding can be the most [...]
Jan
18
2007

Honeymoons are big business in the United States. With more than 2.4 million weddings occurring each year, those happy couples spend $8 billion a year on their honeymoon (according to About.com.)
With that kind of serious money going into a dream (hopefully!) honeymoon, it’s no wonder that brides spend a considerable amount of time and effort [...]
Jan
04
2007

Get engaged recently? According to Conde Nast Bridal Media’s American Wedding Study, this is one of the most popular times of year for proposals. Twenty-five percent of brides get engaged between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day.
With all of the excitement comes the planning and countless decisions. To simplify the process, follow these helpful tips to [...]
Dec
06
2006

(NC)-If you are planning to change your last name after you get married, don’t forget to make all the necessary name changes on your important documents. Advise your financial institutions (such as banks and insurance companies) that your marital status has changed so that they can update your records. It’s important to review all your [...]
Dec
06
2006

(NC)-When considering your living accommodation after you’re married, there’s nothing quite like owning your own home together. It’s not yours or mine; it’s ours, and maybe a place to start a family.
If you are lucky enough to have received money for a down payment as a wedding gift, or one or both of you owns [...]
Dec
06
2006
(NC)-You’re getting married. The big day is coming up and there’s so much to organize. The reception, the wedding party, the guest list, the flowers, the food - the list is endless. You’ve discussed the wedding finances. You have a plan. You have a wedding budget, and you’ve nailed down how much you can spend [...]
Dec
06
2006

(NC)-You’ve got the groom, the dress and the church. But do you have the wine?
Although the rush of summer weddings seems months away (especially for anxious brides counting down the days), personally-made wine needs time to age before it’s enjoyed, so it’s never too soon to get started.
Wine kits are available featuring grape varieties from [...]