25 Aug

How Much Is Too Much? Setting A Wedding Budget

Setting a budget for your wedding can be a significant source of stress for couples still finding their footing, and it can also influence what your finances look like during the first years of your marriage. Is one half envisioning a wedding that goes above and beyond, spending $26,000 or more, as is the average for a modern American wedding? And what do you do if the other person would prefer to save that money for a downpayment on a house? This is supposed to be one of the most special days of Read more [...]

03 Aug

Marriage In The Digital Era: Etiquette Rules For Wedding Planning

The internet has changed everything - that’s what older generations will tell you as they reflect on everything from finding a date to planning your wedding. But for younger people, many of whom came of age writing online dating profiles and who consider texting peak communication, it’s hard to imagine how anything got done before the web, and that includes planning a wedding. The problem with this generation gap, then, is that many things that seem perfectly normal to young brides and Read more [...]

30 Jul

3 Modern Wedding Catering Ideas

Every bride dreams of her wedding day. From the groom to the gown, each detail is meticulously mulled over. She wants her special day to stand out, not be a carbon copy of every other wedding she has been at. So how do you make it unique? One way is with the food. We have all received that wedding invite that asks us to select one of two or three pre-selected food options. Typically fish, chicken, or steak. BORING! Lets kick it up a notch and have some out-of-the-box fun with the food! Here a few Read more [...]

28 Mar

Dealing With Pimples On Your Wedding Day

The biggest fear for a bride—or groom, for that matter—is getting ditched at the altar, right? Wrong. Most people don’t think of that. But what they do fret about is getting a big, red flaming pimple on the big day. No one wants to deal with having this giant monster pop up on your face somewhere on the most photographed day of your entire life. If you are susceptible to stress or hormonal acne, then you are going to want to take precautions to prevent zits from ruining your otherwise flawless Read more [...]

18 Mar

Most Remarkable Honeymoon Location Ideas

People dream about their honeymoon for years. It’s only the most exciting part of many people’s lives. You’re freshly married, absolutely head over heals in love, and the vacation you’ve been needing for years is on the horizon, even if it’s only going to last a week or two. You’ve answered the single most important question of your life. That is, “Will you take this person to be your lawfully wedded spouse for ever and ever?” Yada, yada. Now a less important question, but almost Read more [...]

25 Sep

Four Rules To Remember When Picking Your Wedding Venue

For most brides, the most important things about preparing for the wedding are picking the right person to marry, the right people to stand up with you, and the right wedding dress. However, it’s important to not forget about the importance of the venue as well, since it is the place where everyone will meet, and you will profess your love to the person you plan to spend the rest of your life with. When it comes to picking the right venue there are a few things that you need to keep in mind. It’s Read more [...]

24 Aug

Wedding Planning and Marriage Planning Primer

It starts with a simple question. Time and thought went into the proposal and now it’s time to plan. So many details and so much excitement pour go into planning The Main Event. It’s easy to get wrapped up in the details. You want it to be perfect, with documentation of every moment. So step back. In between planning a six hour event, you’re setting the stage for the most important engagement of your marriage. Here I have leave the best advice for both don’t do the mistake in your wedding Read more [...]

13 May

5 Tips for Choosing a Reception Location

Weddings are all about two things: the dress and the location. Hit these two nails on their heads and no one will remember how bland their chicken entree tasted or how your bestman made a fool of himself during the speeches. So, how do you pick the perfect place for your once in a lifetime party? Here are 5 essential tips. 1. Size matters You’re unlikely to underestimate how much space you’ll need, and most locations are familiar with their own capacities. That doesn’t mean you can’t Read more [...]

18 Dec

Wedding in a Winter Wonderland

Most weddings are held during the summer months so your ‘winter wonderland’ themed wedding will always be remembered for being different! Here are some ideas of how to add some winter magic to your special day: Theme colours You will want the place you get married to have a magical feel, speak to your wedding venue operators about the seasonal decorations they will have up at that time of year as you may be able to incorporate some of their décor and colour scheme into your planning. Read more [...]

16 Dec

6 Best Benefits of Silk Flowers for Weddings

When it comes to wedding flowers, many people automatically assume that real flowers are the only choice. But think again – why wouldn’t you want to pick flowers that you can keep forever? Flowers that are guaranteed to look bright and fresh all day? If you think fake flowers have no place in the wedding bouquet, read on. Silk flowers are increasingly popular for brides, bridesmaids, buttonholes, and banquet tables. Here’s why: 1. Silk Flowers are entirely Realistic You may be familiar Read more [...]