Low-Cost Wedding Centerpieces
Potted plants and flowers can be a beautiful, low-cost alternative to traditional florists' centerpieces, plus they are eco-friendly and can be replanted. Give them away to your guests as wedding favors.
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Wedding Favors - Planning Ahead
Personalized wedding favors should be purchased at least one month prior to the ceremony. That way, in the off-chance that any mistakes occur, the couple will be sure they have plenty of time to replace the favors.
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Saving money using blank invitations
In this economy, many people are discovering new ways (and some old) to cut wedding costs. You can get the same invitations that the big printing houses resell to you with printing on them, and run them through your home computer or take them to your local Kinko's where they will personalize them.
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of Breckenridge, Colorado 80424 — 970-389-7900
Top Wedding Invitation Trends
Some of the top wedding invitation trends this year are bold and colorful invitations. Couples are choosing colors like turquoise, coral, black and white, gold, tangerine and yellow. Don't be afraid to show your personality in you wedding stationery.
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Prepare for Your Marriage, Not Just the Wedding!
Preparing for a marriage takes time and effort, just as planning for a wedding. It's essential to bridal couples to plan for their marriage with in-depth discussions, coaching, reading books and more.
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of Cleveland, USA 44117 — 800-501-6682
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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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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Candies Make Useful and Fun Wedding Decorations
Single color M&M's for your reception allow you to offer a popular candy that perfectly coordinates with your wedding decor & theme. Use candies as decoration in interesting glass vessels on each of the reception tables or have the popular candy buffet which doubles as decoration and a yummy addition to your dessert choices and wedding cake.
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of Pewaukee, USA 53072 — 262-696-4076
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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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.
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of Wayne, NJ, USA — 866-721-8800
Care-free Sandal-less Beach Wedding!
Make a splash at your Beach Wedding by going sandal-less! Instead of worrying about those pesky glass slippers getting caught in the sand or tripping over rubber flip-flops, so not chic, get the glam on wearing faux sandals! Ideal for beach or medieval weddings paired with ring-bracelets!
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Decor for Wedding Planning
To save money on wedding decorations seek locations that are naturally festive or decorative; they may require less, if any, wedding decorations at all.
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Best Prices for Destination Weddings
To get the best prices on your wedding travel, package the air and land portion together. Worse case scenario is to negotiate with a hotel and get a great price, and then not be able to find good air prices. You will always get a better land price when you add in the air.
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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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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
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of Kansas City/Nationwide, USA 66007 — 913-636-3130
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.
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of Maui, Hawaii, USA 96788 — 808-572-4957
Wedding Venues at Affordable Prices
Choosing a site for you reception can be a shock when you find out how much they want just for the site. Consider looking at local clubs such as the Elks, Eagles, Masonic Lodges and others. Their fees tend to be much lower than other venues and you can save a substantial amount of money.
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of Coalinga, California, USA — 866-707-2626
Fall Wedding Ideas
Fall accessories are rich in color and beauty. Highlight your natural harvest wedding with a warm welcome for your guests. Choose elegant entrances made from gorgeous garlands of magnolias, leaves, artichokes, twits and pine cones.
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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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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!
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of Kansas City/Nationwide, USA 66007 — 913-636-3130
