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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of Kingston, New York — (845) 336-4705
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
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 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.
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of Dallas, Texas — 1-866-472-3375
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
When to Order Your Wedding Invitations
Order your wedding invitations at least 6 months before the wedding. It usually takes 2-3 weeks for delivery unless it's custom made. That will give you plenty of time to address them and be sure to send them out 6-8 weeks before the wedding.
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of League City, USA 77573 — 800-632-9640
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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of Homestead Florida, USA 33126 — (866) 596-9590
How to choose the perfect bridal garter
When deciding on what bridal garter to have for your wedding, always consider the following; your wedding dress style (fluffy or slim fitting) the material of your dress (is it see-through) and the theme of your wedding (will the garter design suit your theme). Most importantly you must LOVE IT!
Contributed by Natalie Briggs - Luxury Handmade Garters
of Perth, Australia — 61438813944
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 pinecones.
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Wedding flowers
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 with symmetrical designs, balance, and repetition. Casual bouquets can be more eclectic and asymmetrical.
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of Pardeeville, USA —
What Kind Of Necklace to Wear With V Neck Wedding Dress?
When choosing wedding jewelery to coordinate with your gown, mimic the wedding gown's neckline. A Y drop pendant necklace goes well with a V neck gown. If your dress is low in back too, choose a lariat pendant necklace which has a Y drop pendant in the front and jewels that hang down in the back for a double sided flare!
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of Marietta, USA — 770-943-3515
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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of Dallas, Texas — 1-866-472-3375
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.
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of Lompoc, USA 93436 — 805-757-2315
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
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
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 —
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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of Locke, USA 13092 —
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.
Contributed by Vacations with Flair
of Mackinaw, Illinois — 1-800-517-1123
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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of Cranford, New Jersey 07016 —
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.
Contributed by Princess Perfect Weddings
of Orlando, Florida — 800-442-2950
