Destination Wedding Travel Tip
When travelling as a couple for your destination wedding, or any long distance travel, pack both suitcases with selections of garments for a day or two rather than a his and hers approach. That way, should one suitcase go astray you both still have something to wear.
Contributed by Tobago Weddings
of Scarborough, Tobago, WI, USA TT — +868 722 4120
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
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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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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of , USA —
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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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
Wedding Flowers - Formal or Not?
Be sure to match your wedding style with it's formality. If the wedding is formal, the bouquets should be formal too. This is achieved using upgraded floral species, with symmetrical designs, balance and repetition. Casual bridal bouquets can be more eclectic and asymmetrical.
Contributed by Forever Florals
of Pardeeville, USA —
Theme Weddings for Photographers
Having a theme wedding, such as the newest Great Gatsby trend, is a great way to make your wedding unique. The theme will also enhance the way your photographs turn out for your special day. As a photographer, we love theme weddings because it gives us a unique way of shooting your wedding.
Contributed by The White Rabbit Photography
of Saint Simons, USA 31520 — 678-544-8622
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.
Contributed by Top Wedding Sites
of , USA — 866-721-8800
Destination Weddings
When thinking of planning your Destination Wedding, be sure to sit down with a good travel agent who specializes in this niche. She can save you endless stress and dollars! Resorts can differ so widely on what they offer the bridal couple. You could get your wedding paid for! Use an Expert!
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of Peoria, IL, USA —
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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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 —
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
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
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
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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of Woodbury, USA —
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 Planning with Less Stress
Some key factors that will significantly reduce wedding planning stress are having a positive attitude, starting your planning as early, working within a budget, sharing tasks with others, finding good wedding vendors and suppliers and daily exercise.
Contributed by The Royal Ball
of Dallas, Texas — 1-866-472-3375
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.
Contributed by The Royal Ball
of Dallas, Texas — 1-866-472-3375
