Yes, times have changed. But . . . . . . when you receive a wedding invitation (or an invite to any event, for that matter) there are some obligations on your part. Remember, the people think enough of you to have sent you the invitation. Have a little courtesy to let them know … Continue reading Be a Good and Gracious Guest – Wedding Invitation/RSVP Etiquette
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What If You Have to Cancel Your Wedding?
Weddings are a happy time - full of expectations for the future. But . . . What if it is cancelled? No one wants to ever talk about the possibility of a cancelled wedding, but for a variety of reasons it can - and does - happen. Everyone involved finds planning a joyful occasion but … Continue reading What If You Have to Cancel Your Wedding?
Wedding Gown Glossary
Photo credit: latteda Wedding gowns have a language all their own. To help you "talk the talk" when you're visiting bridal salons, here is a wedding gown glossary of several of the most common terms. Wedding Gown Glossary GOWN SILHOUETTES A-Line A dress fitted at the bodice and gradually flares from the waist to the … Continue reading Wedding Gown Glossary
Avoid These 6 Color Palette Mistakes for a Beautiful Wedding
Usually coming up with a color scheme for your wedding décor and attire isn’t difficult - just pick your favorite colors, and go! It should be fun, right? But sometimes your favorite colors just don’t work well together, or they give off the wrong vibe you want for your wedding. The following are the top … Continue reading Avoid These 6 Color Palette Mistakes for a Beautiful Wedding
What If? – Having a Plan B For Your Wedding
I’m sure you’ve heard the old saying - "The Best Laid Plans..." (meaning that no matter how well something is planned, something may still go wrong). Well, this is precisely why you need to have a Plan B in place when you are planning your wedding. Don’t worry. It's not bad luck to anticipate potential … Continue reading What If? – Having a Plan B For Your Wedding
3 Wedding Technology Trends To Reconsider
I recently read an article on wedding technology trends. Now I’m admittedly NOT a techie kind of girl - sure, I love having a smartphone (don’t know how I got on without it), and I have a laptop and a tablet - and I get it that technology makes things easier, and/or achieves a desired … Continue reading 3 Wedding Technology Trends To Reconsider
Your Second Job
Planning a wedding is the stuff of dreams, but in reality, preparing for yours can be like having a second job. Why is wedding planning like a second job for a bride? Because planning a wedding is real work. It requires phone calls and meetings, contracts and negotiations, purchases and coordination. It must have great … Continue reading Your Second Job
Cake Cutting 101
Choosing the wedding cake is most couples’ favorite part of wedding planning. But they often have questions about the cake cutting. Many couples prefer a traditional tiered cake, but even those who choose a non-traditional dessert alternative will often have a small display cake for the cake cutting ceremony. If you are choosing to include … Continue reading Cake Cutting 101
Looking Good – Tips on Formal Wear
Formal wear (noun): clothing, such as tuxedos and evening gowns, for formal social occasions Most people would agree that there is something special about a man in a tux. They just look good. But they would look even better if they took the time to ensure that the tuxedos they wear fit. There are some … Continue reading Looking Good – Tips on Formal Wear
Common Guidelines For Wedding Ceremonies In A Church
We find that many couples are not always aware of the church ceremony guidelines that most churches have in place regarding what can and cannot be done at a wedding ceremony. While your individual church will have its own rules and regulations, in general most churches have these guidelines in place. Church Ceremony Guidelines Some … Continue reading Common Guidelines For Wedding Ceremonies In A Church