Holiday Wedding Theme

The month of December is known for festivities - holiday parties, Christmas and Hanukkah celebrations. It is also one of the most wonderful time of the year to get married.   Here are ideas and tips to have a fantastic holiday wedding with all the trimmings.

Wedding Color

Red and green are typical colors for Christmas; blue and white for Hanukkah.  You can also use silver and white, silver and light blue or red and white.

Wedding Invitations

Choose an invitation that does not look like a holiday card.  Choose a white card with red prints and decorated with a red ribbon at the edge.

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Mother of the Bride - Role and Attire

UNDERSTANDING THE ROLE AND DRESSING FOR THE PART OF THE MOTHER OF THE BRIDE

The Mother of the Bride, or MOB, is a very important role. While decades past often saw the mother controlling and organizing the entire planning process single-handedly, mothers today need to tread a bit more carefully.  Today’s brides are often older and usually have their own specific ideas of what they want from their wedding and reception.  The MOB today is more of a cheerleader and supporter of the bride.

As soon as the engagement is announced, it is the MOB’s responsibility to arrange for a dinner or lunch with the groom’s parents.  She is the hostess not only for this event, but for most subsequent events and parties, including the wedding and reception themselves.  Setting a wedding budget is another important responsibility.  If the parents of the bride will be paying for the wedding, it is important for the family [Read more]

Planning for Second Wedding

HOW TO HANDLE YOUR SECOND TRIP DOWN THE ISLE

Second weddings may have once been a unique and rare occurrence, but they are becoming increasingly more common.  For this reason, couples don’t need to worry as much about what’s acceptable when it comes to their second wedding.  The most important rule to follow is to do what feels right for you and your family.

Should you tell your ex?
The most difficult part about planning a second wedding may at first be deciding what to do about ex-spouses.  If you have children, it is polite to inform your ex about your engagement.  This can be done in a simple letter or email if you do not frequently speak with each other.  It will be easier on the children [Read more]

Lillian Rose Red and White Bridal Accessories

It’s no surprise that most brides immediately picture a white or at least off-white gown when they set out to find their wedding dress. However, with many traditions and formalities falling to the wayside, a pristine and snowy wedding gown is no longer mandatory. For brides who are looking to add a little spark and feisty personality to their attire, a gorgeous red dress may be just the way to go.

I received emails from my blog readers who commented favorably on my past post about the Red Wedding Theme.  They loved the gowns, the cake, and the reception table all decked in beautiful red and white linens, red chairs and red flowers.

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