Lemon Water for Glowing Wedding Skin
Keeping skin clear before wedding day is not always easy. Try drinking lemon water instead of soda or alcohol. Lemon is a good cleanser for the whole body, inside and out. Drinking water also helps shed excess weight or water retention and bloating.
Contributed by Branded J
of Sherman Oaks, USA — 818-501-5222
Potted Plants as Wedding Centerpieces: a Growing Trend
Bring Mother Nature into your wedding with living potted flowers and herbs to coordinate with your wedding theme. Make your own pots and wrap as unique wedding decorations, centerpieces, place markers and/or favors.
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Uniquely Yours
Do you have an heirloom that has been in your family for generations? Perhaps a fine bone china tea set? Why not incorporate the pattern in your wedding invitations and set the tone for things to come. Culminate your special day with tea favors bearing tags with the design.
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What is a Bridesmaid's Luncheon?
Many are confused as to whether a bridal shower and a bridesmaids' luncheon are the same thing. The bridal shower honors the bride and the bridesmaid’s luncheon honors the brides wedding attendants. The bridesmaid luncheon presents a favorable moment to give bridesmaids their gifts.
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Destination Wedding Save-the-Date Tip
When planning a destination wedding it is advisable to send out your save the date cards 6-12 months in advance. This allows your guests ample time to secure their travel plans.
A cute "save the date" idea is a postcard from your destination.
Contributed by Travel to Maui
of Maui, Hawaii, USA 96788 — 808-572-4957
Bridal Tiaras - Be Consistent!
When selecting the style of the bridesmaid's tiara, be consistent. If the bride is wearing a rhinestone tiara with rhinestone accessories, then the bridesmaids should also be wearing rhinestone accessories.
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Planning a Wedding on a Budget
When planning a wedding on a budget, and looking to save money on a wedding gown, consider ordering a bridesmaid's gown in ivory or white. It will be far less expensive than a traditional wedding gown.
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Valentine's Day for May and June Brides!
With so many weddings in May and June, be sure that yours is on your guests’ calendar first! Save-the-Date cards ask your guests to reserve that date for your event. When should May and June brides mail theirs? Plan for that Save-the Date to arrive by Valentine's Day! For that to work, get started
Contributed by Cursive Handwriting & Design Services
of Kansas City/Nationwide, USA 66007 — 913-636-3130
How to Process Bulk Wedding Flowers
If you have purchased bulk or fresh-cut flowers for your wedding, you should remove any brown or discolored outside petals from the blooms as soon as you take them out from the boxes. It is OK to remove an average of 6 petals per bloom, since this enables the flower to bloom easily.
Contributed by FlowerExplosion.com
of Wilmington, Delaware 19805 — 866-639-0277
Comfortable Wedding Shoes
Bridal shoes are a very important part of your attire for this special day. You'll be on your feet for hours, so be sure to select comfortable shoes! Make sure to break in your new shoes prior to the wedding. Wear them around the house to make sure they don't give you a blister and to scuff up the soles a bit so you don't slip.
Contributed by Team Wedding Staff
of Wayne, NJ, USA — 866-721-8800
So, You Want to Hire A Singer
When hiring a musician, it is important that you treat them as you would a Florist or Baker. This means:
1. Have your songs already chosen before contacting
2. Contact them months in advance
3. Give them ANY details that they need to know as soon as possible
4. Do not change your music a week be
Contributed by Desiree Nicole Johnson
of Strongsville, USA 44136 — 440-260-4122
Wedding Lighting - Set the Mood!
Creative lighting for weddings is a paramount attribute which turns an ordinary wedding reception into an extraordinary event that will be remembered for a lifetime. Don't chintz on the lighting!
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Valentine's Day for May & June Brides
With so many weddings in May and June, be sure that yours is on your guests’ calendar first! Save-the-Date cards ask your guests to reserve that date for you. When should May and June brides mail theirs? Plan for that Save-the Date to arrive by Valentine's Day! For that to work, get started ASAP!
Contributed by Cursive Handwriting & Design Services
of Kansas City/Nationwide, USA 66007 — 913-636-3130
Can you afford a destination beach wedding?
Absolutely! Choose a resort that offers free weddings and work with their groups department to negotiate a discounted rate for your guests. Give guests 6-12 months notice. Booking 15 rooms usually means a free room for you! Throw a fun reception back home with pictures and video from the wedding.
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DIY Wedding Favors
Planning a wedding on a budget? Designing and creating your own wedding favors is the perfect do it yourself bridal project. Assemble the favors as early as possible and find a safe storage place. Consider hosting a "favors assembly" party, asking friends and family to come by to help with the favors and enjoy some refreshments. You'll have the party favors done in record time and have fun doing it!
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Questions To Ask a Wedding Photographer
When interviewing photographers ask these questions. How many years experience do you have? Will you be the photographer at my event? Do you bring an assistant or additional photographer? Do I receive all images on disk? How long after my event will I see my proofs? Do you have references?
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Choosing a Wedding Invitation
When shopping for wedding invitations, bring pictures or samples of invitations you like, color swatches and someone whose judgment you trust. A good ball park figure of how many guests are on your list helps as well. Armed with these you can narrow your choices quickly and easily find an invitation that works for you and your budget.
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of Fredericksburg, Virginia 22401 —
Planet Friendly Green Florida Weddings
It is not hard to take pride in our planet and have a green wedding. Some tips include using recycled paper products for wedding invites. Serve organic foods at your reception. For your wedding attire use 100% natural materials. If you can't find these items in a bridal shop, you can always have them handmade.
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of Orlando, Florida 32839 —
Bridal Alteration
When you are looking for a seamstress make sure that she/he specialize in bridal attire because you need to know that this person knows the fashion trends and must know how your gown suppose to fit on you. You must tell/her/him how you want your gown to fit on to your bodice.
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Save Money Sending Wedding Invitations
Sending a single page wedding invitation saves you money, not only on the invites, but on postage too. The elaborate invitations with pockets, ribbons and two inner envelopes are beautiful, but heavy, and postage can add up quickly. Alternatively, you could include a separate reception card, which is classy and won't weigh you down. take your invites to the local post office to get them weighed before mailing so you're sure about the cost of postage.
Contributed by Hummingbird Cake Stationery
of Lompoc, USA 93436 — 805-757-2315
