The Bridal Bouquet: Choosing the Right Accessory

Throughout time, flowers have been used to communicate feelings.  Did you know, for example, that when you receive an orange or lemon blossom, it means fidelity?  Receiving a peach blossom is a different thing altogether.  In flower symbolism, it means “I am your captive.”  Even roses have different meanings depending on their color: red= passion, white=purity, pink=happiness.

Traditionally, brides’ bouquets were simply made with white flowers.

• White roses meant purity
• White calla lilies, magnificent beauty; and
• White daisies, innocence and loyal love. [Read more]

Planning a Destination Wedding – Clearwater Beach, Florida

How to handle the details that make a Florida wedding unique.

Destination weddings are a growing trend and can provide a very exotic and romantic experience if planned correctly.  The key to putting together a successful destination wedding is often in the details.  If you want to be able to plan a destination wedding on a budget, you can save money and time by choosing a destination in the United States.  For a warm, tropical atmosphere, one popular location is the sunny state of Florida. With a plethora of beach locations, Florida is a perfect choice for an affordable and beautiful ceremony.  The beaches along Clearwater Beach offer several options in a variety of price ranges.

Choose a location
The first and most important choice is where your wedding will be. Variables to take into consideration are weather, price, packages available, and ease of travel.  The farther south you go, the hotter it will be. Beaches on the Gulf coast often experience calmer weather. [Read more]

How to Look Radiant on Your Wedding

Every bride wants to look radiant and beautiful on her wedding day. There are some simple tricks that will keep you glowing and gorgeous. Follow this easy plan for a flawless wedding look.

A Few Months Before the Wedding
Don’t leave your entire beauty routine until the last minute. You should sit down a few months before your wedding and plan a routine to stay healthy and in shape. Planning a wedding can be a very stressful time, so avoid the pitfalls of getting too stressed out, such as eating lots of sugary and salty foods, or spending too much time on the couch with magazines, books, and to do lists when you could be out and about. [Read more]

Choosing Your Bridal Jewelry

Finding the perfect accents for your wedding day.

Though the wedding gown usually gets most of the attention when it comes to putting together your wedding day look, jewelry is an important and often over-looked part of pulling it all together. Before you start selecting pieces, keep in mind that everything should have a cohesive look and feel. Try not to select all your pieces separately, and always consider how everything will look together.

When deciding what type of jewelry to wear, it’s helpful to have already chosen a wedding gown. As a general rule, your bridal jewelry should coordinate with the bridal gown you have selected to wear on your wedding day. [Read more]

Inviting Children to Your Wedding

To include the kids, or not to include the kids… how to make this tricky decision.

Deciding whether or not to invite children to your wedding and reception can be a tricky choice.  First and foremost should be what you, as a couple, really want.  Do you want your wedding to be truly a “family affair” where your little nieces and nephews can be part of your big day or do you want your wedding and reception to be an adult-only affair?   Do not include children out of a sense of guilt or obligation if it will only cause you more stress.  Be completely honest with yourselves as this can be a big decision in the wedding planning process. [Read more]

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