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How to Pick the Perfect Bouquet

WeddingDay |  September 10, 2010

How do you pick the perfect bouquet? I'm sure you would like someone to give you the magical recipe that will make your vision a reality. You are a bride that has done your homework. You have purchased every magazine available. You have been on every website that you could possibly be linked to. You've asked friends, attended other weddings and you still have no clue.

Beauty

Your Wedding, Your Feet

Kathy Friend |  September 10, 2010

When you plan your wedding day attire, don't forget about your feet. Yes, your feet-not your shoes, but your feet. Taking special care of your feet will mean the difference between a comfortable wedding day celebration, and one where you are miserable.

Planning an Outdoor Reception

Anne Landis |  September 10, 2010

The place you've selected to hold your wedding reception, perhaps more than any other element, will set the tone for the entire event. While the differences in wedding venues are vast-few venues can compare with the great outdoors when it comes to creating an awe inspiring wedding-day, and the choices are limitless: a dramatic sunset beach, fragrant and romantic botanical gardens, a favorite public park, or the sentimental familiarity of your own backyard. Think sunsets, cool breezes, and the tranquility of a twinkling, star-filled sky...the possibilities are endless.

Stationery & Art

Etiquette, Schmetiquette: What's the Point?

WeddingDay |  September 10, 2010

How do you address an envelope to a military officer? How should an invitation be written when both sets of parents are divorced? What if you're paying for your own wedding? How do we tell guests where we're registered? These are just some of the common questions many couples have when composing their invitations.

To Hire a Wedding Planner or Not...That is the Question

WeddingDay |  September 10, 2010

The history of Wedding Planners does not go as far back as many other wedding industry professions. In the preliminary phase of writing this article, I had to reflect on my own Mother's wedding day. I am almost certain she would not have considered a Wedding Planner. Presumably, she had not even heard of a Wedding Planner. I asked myself, why the change?

Including All

WeddingDay |  September 10, 2010

Since a marriage is a defining moment of life change for the future, it's also a time to reflect on the past. Couples recognize the supportive role that their families have played in their lives emotionally, intellectually, financially, and relationally. Clearly, they can't repay them - it's not the point.

Mother-of-the-Bride Fashion Guide

WeddingDay |  September 10, 2010

We've seen those wedding disaster reality shows on television. You know the ones, with the Bridezilla and the ultra controlling Mother of the Bride. Planning a wedding can test the relationship between Mother and Daughter. But one thing that can be an especially difficult task is choosing the Mother of the Bride dress.

Bouquet Glossary

WeddingDay |  September 10, 2010

Fresh flowers enhance your wedding in every way, but the one floral accessory everyone will remember is your brides bouquet. I feel strongly that the brides bouquet is the ultimate accessory to the bride. There are no hard and fast rules about wedding flowers. It is really up to personal choice; however knowing a few essentials and some helpful tidbits will help your decision process.

Planning Makes Perfect! Honeymoon Wardrobe

Kathy Friend |  September 10, 2010

I remember my honeymoon; specifically I remember stressing out about what to pack. I didn't want to take too much, and have my husband tease me endlessly about too many shoes or too many skirts. I was determined to pack sensibly and not over-pack, but I wanted to take enough that I would be prepared for any activity.

Top 5 Wedding Planning Tips: Cher Goggins

Cher Goggins |  September 10, 2010

Much time can be saved at the very start of your planning process if you simply discuss where you and your finance wish to focus your attention and resources. There are countless possibilities available via Internet, magazine ideas, vendors' suggestions and many more.