Backyard Wedding Reception

You may have noticed that the costs for everyday items are at an all time high.  Unfortunately the expenses relating to weddings have also increased as our economy has struggled.  While fancy catered dinners and designer wedding gowns can take a big chunk out of your overall budget, engaged couples are often shocked to discover that rental fees on locations used for weddings and receptions have skyrocketed.  What’s a bride to do?  Many thrifty brides are deciding to cut costs and save money by having their receptions in their own backyard.  A backyard wedding can be just as beautiful as one in a rented area, but does require more work.

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Favor Cakes – Unique Wedding Favors

As a blushing bride you want your wedding to be unique and memorable, just like you will be as you walk down the isle in your wedding dress.  There is no detail too small to be customized, and it’s the little extras that will make your wedding exceptional for your guests.  When it comes to choosing wedding favors the options can be absolutely overwhelming.  As a bride you want to give out something new that people haven’t seen before and yet what you choose still needs to be affordable and classy.

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Groom’s Role in Wedding Planning

Traditionally all wedding responsibilities have fallen on the shoulders of the beaming bride.  Sometimes the bride has a wedding planner that helps her make decisions and insures that all goes smoothly.  Historically the groom’s single responsibility has been to show up at the wedding on time in his tuxedo, as the wedding day is known as the “bride‘s day“.

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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]

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]

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