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Five Easy Do-It-Yourself Wedding Centerpiece Ideas

Tuesday, February 7th, 2006
A great way to save money on your wedding budget is to do your own wedding reception centerpieces. If you keep it simple, you can have elegant centerpieces without breaking the bank.

Having a Second Wedding? Some Thoughts to Ponder

Sunday, February 5th, 2006

Second marriages usually involve dealing with issues that weren’t around for the first one. Though the logistics of planning a wedding might go a little smoother with practice, a couple planning a second marriage also has to deal with some tricky issues — including red tape, paying for the wedding, and children from previous marriages.

The True Meanings of “Something Old, Something New”

Wednesday, February 1st, 2006
The "Something Old" tradition's designed to whip up a powerful charm for matrimonial fortune. Although the rhyme began in the United Kingdom, the customs it describes have been around for centuries longer. Even here in the twenty-first century, they haven't much changed.

Wedding Customs Around the World

Friday, January 27th, 2006

Want to make your wedding extra special? Consider choosing elements from traditional wedding ceremonies around the world!

The 411 of Proper Wedding Dance Etiquette

Tuesday, January 24th, 2006

Although the ‘old’ days had a very basic structure to the wedding schedule of events, times have changed and those rules don’t always apply anymore. So, when it comes to who dances with whom, there are multiple answers.

Tips on Handling the Wedding Gift Table

Tuesday, January 24th, 2006

When you’re planning a wedding, you don’t want to forget the gift table. Not only will this be covered with your presents and money gifts, but it will also be out in the open. And although you don’t want to think that anything could happen, you might want to put a few precautions in place.

Wedding Gowns — After the Event

Sunday, January 22nd, 2006

So many brides spend literally thousands of dollars on perfect wedding gowns, that it can seem a real shame just to discard their precious wedding gowns, after the day is done. But, let’s face it, when else would you actually have the opportunity to wear a wedding dress? So, unfortunately, most wedding gowns simply end up in storage; there must be a better way.

Face Shape and Jewelry — What Every Bride Needs to Know

Friday, January 20th, 2006
What information do you start from when pulling together your "total wedding look?" Your face shape can reveal more than you ever thought -- and help you pull it all together.

Create Wedding Invitations That Only Look Expensive

Wednesday, January 18th, 2006

Save a substantial amount of money on invitations, without sacrificing quality, by making them yourself using your computer. It’s easy and fun to create distinctive invitations, at a price you can afford, by layering fine printable paper over a heavyweight card and fastening them together with a unique embellishment.

An Insider Report: How To Decode Wedding Cake Prices

Wednesday, January 18th, 2006
Why do wedding cakes cost so much? They're made out of flour, not gold. Do you suspect you're being gouged? Here is the quick and dirty on wedding cake prices.

Three Knockout Theme Wedding Ideas

Wednesday, January 18th, 2006
From "long ago and far, far away" to "under the sea," you're bound to double the fun when you weave a creative theme into your wedding day.

Planning a Bridal Shower: Making and Breaking Tradition

Tuesday, January 17th, 2006

Amid all the hustle and bustle of wedding planning there’s the hustle and bustle of pre-wedding parties. And one of the biggies is the bridal shower.

The Last Guide to Inexpensive Wedding Centerpieces You’ll Ever Need

Monday, January 16th, 2006
It's true — traditional floral centerpieces add a lovely touch to your wedding reception tables. It's also true that they usually cost an arm and a leg, especially if your wedding's big. Happily, there's no rule that says you have to stick to the traditional but costly floral route for your centerpieces.

Make a Big Impression With Your Wedding Invitations

Friday, January 13th, 2006

The wedding invitation can convey a lot more than the “who, what, where and when” of your wedding. The invitation gives your guests their first glimpse into your wedding’s inner workings. You can hint at the degree of formality you’ll be aiming for, and even at your wedding theme, if you’ve already gotten that far in your planning.

Heavenly Hershey Rose Favor

Thursday, January 12th, 2006
Give a handmade Hershey rose to your guests, and they might just follow you home. It's a simple way to make each guest feel very special -- and this way, you'll make sure they don't starve to death before the first course arrives.

Here’s How to Choose Those Bridesmaids’ Dresses (and Come Out Smelling Like a Rose)

Thursday, January 12th, 2006
A couple years ago, I went to two weddings who demonstrated polar opposite philosophies about bridesmaid's dresses. You didn't know that choosing a dress for your bridesmaids was a philosophical matter? Well, now you do.

11 Fun Wedding Themes that Can Save You Thousands

Monday, January 9th, 2006
Looking to save money on your wedding reception? Instead of relentlessly paring down your guest list or compromising in other areas, why not think about using a low-cost theme for your special day?

Eight Incredible Centerpieces for Your Wedding

Monday, January 9th, 2006
Are you tired of the traditional and terribly expensive floral arrangements at weddings? Why not get a little creative with your centerpieces and give your guests something to talk about (literally!) for years to come?

Amaze Your Guest with a Truly Unique Wedding Reception

Monday, January 9th, 2006
Unique wedding receptions usually begin with an unusual, creative location. A drab and lackluster location for your reception, no matter how well it's decorated, will not 'wow' your guests.

The Homemade Wedding Favor CD — Should You or Shouldn’t You?

Saturday, January 7th, 2006
In a way, the wedding favor CD, or "mix CD," seems to embody the best of wedding favors. Almost everyone loves music. Better yet, CDs add nothing to your thighs, and they're perfectly safe for diabetics.
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