Wedding bells?! A dozen ways to save and still splurge
By admin500 at July 25, 2012 | 7:25 am | 0 Comment
from the staff at Angie's List: The average American wedding cost nearly $30,000 and that’s a big investment. To keep costs down, take a team approach to budget planning and spending offers young couples a chance to practice their give-and-take skills that will come in handy for years to come. Cost-cutting Wedding Tips Guest List: Cutting the guest list is going to
10 Tips for Planning the Perfect Honeymoon
By admin500 at July 24, 2012 | 12:30 pm | 0 Comment
It's your turn to plan your ultimate dream vacation, your honeymoon. Until recently, you've been green with envy over pictures of these destinations featuring celebrities or from your friends on Facebook, but now you're ready to look fabulous on a sandy beach and pose with that historical monument with your recently wedded sweetie. I'm here to give you an insider's look
Sandy Malone: How To Keep Your Wedding Guest List Small
By admin500 at July 23, 2012 | 9:42 pm | 0 Comment
How many brides and grooms out there are willing to admit that they jump for joy every time they get a "Declines with regret" RSVP in the mail? If at least half of you didn't raise your hands, you're big fat liars. With the cost of weddings today, and the cost of living rising while the amount of money we're earning is shrinking, every dollar counts at your wedding. And
Wedding Planning: 6 Crucial Questions To Ask A Wedding Planner
By admin500 at June 17, 2012 | 4:07 pm | 0 Comment
By Cheryl Clements | The Daily Muse You’re engaged! How exciting! Now what? Most brides turn to wedding blogs and magazines for ideas and advice, only to quickly start feeling overwhelmed with all the steps that are involved in planning a wedding. All of a sudden, you have to start thinking about setting a budget, picking a date, finding a venue, hiring a caterer, and
Ingrid Haas: An Open Letter to Crazy Brides
By admin500 at June 17, 2012 | 3:53 pm | 0 Comment
I've heard it time and time again: "my wedding is going to be soooo different." Sadly, no, it probably won't be. I love that you've found "the one." I love you, and I love him, and I'm a huge fan of love -- really, I am! But here's what's irking me: You've lost your damn mind, woman! You bitch and complain about having to go to all these showers, bachelorettes, engagement
Latest Bridal Gown Fashions – ABC News
By admin500 at May 29, 2012 | 4:01 pm | 0 Comment
One out of five brides-to-be starts crying when she first tries on her wedding gown. Wedding season is going into full swing. About one-third of weddings take place in the summertime, and one out of 10 happen in June, Bride's magazine says. But before the big day comes the big search for the perfect wedding gown. Brides try on an average of 12 gowns, with one out of
How to Save Money on Your Wedding.
By admin500 at April 28, 2012 | 3:58 pm | 0 Comment
Most people regard their wedding day as one of the most important and meaningful of their lives. Many also believe they have to spend a fortune to create a truly special wedding. Fortunately, it is possible to create an elegant and tasteful event on a budget, allowing you to apply the savings to a car purchase or down payment on a house instead. Read on for some ideas
How to Choose a Bridal Party.
By admin500 at April 19, 2012 | 4:00 pm | 0 Comment
The ideal wedding party should look something like a group photo of the people who are nearest and dearest to you. Family, friends, neighbors, and coworkers are the most common attendants, but this is not necessarily the case for everyone. We understand deciding who to include in your bridal party is not so simple, and we’re here to help. Follow our tips and you’ll
Colin Cowie: Finding Your Niche In Wedding Planning: Advice For Grooms
By admin500 at April 4, 2012 | 4:03 pm | 0 Comment
Whatever style of wedding you and your fiancée prefer, as the groom you need to decide early on how involved you want to be in the planning process, and make sure your bride understands and is supportive of your role. Here are some areas of responsibility for you to consider: · The groom who loves fine dining may decide to work directly with the caterer or hotel on
