Archive for February, 2010
Losing Weight Before The Big Day
by Anna P. February 26th, 2010
For the Bride,Planning
Getting in shape is always a good idea, and your upcoming nuptials are as good of a reason as any to lose weight and gain energy. It's never too late to start exercising and eating right, but no matter what your goal is, it is a good idea to check with your general practitioner before you start a plan. Even if you want to shed a few pounds, your doctor can help you choose the right track. The closer to the day of your wedding, the harder it will be to start a plan that works, so try starting a...
Wedding Invitation and Stationery Tips
by Anna P. February 19th, 2010
Ceremony,Planning,Tradition,Weddings
Selecting the right wedding invitations and stationery is so important because that is what sets the tone for the wedding. You and your fiance should sit down and talk about both of your visions of the wedding and set a theme. If you haven't already, then do so soon or at least before you start sending out the invitations. You will want the invitations to invoke the details of the wedding, which would include the theme and formality. When you purchase your invitations, you probably want to think about other stationery options like save-the-date cards, ceremony programs, and thank you...
How to Dress When You Are a Mature Bride
by Patti February 12th, 2010
For the Bride
Everyone has her own idea about how a mature bride (classified as a bride who is 40 years of age and older) should dress on her wedding day. Traditionally the long white flowing wedding dress that was characteristic for the young blushing bride and considered enchanting was out. As well, in days gone by, a mature bride did not wear a dress at all but instead wore a pant suit. She also did not wear white but instead wore off-white, beige or opted for another color.
Today the rules have changed and are not nearly as rigid. Mature brides do not...
Today the rules have changed and are not nearly as rigid. Mature brides do not...
Wedding Planning- Whose Responsibility is It?
by Patti February 5th, 2010
Planning
The prospect of an upcoming wedding is a cause for joy and also a time of planning. Traditionally speaking, it was the bride’s family that paid for the wedding (or at least paid for most of it) but also did the majority of the wedding planning.
In modern times it would seem unfair to expect the bride’s family to handle all of the financial responsibilities for a wedding, which is why most couples choose to fund their own weddings today. This is also the case when it comes to the wedding planning stage.
It is common for the couple to draw up...
In modern times it would seem unfair to expect the bride’s family to handle all of the financial responsibilities for a wedding, which is why most couples choose to fund their own weddings today. This is also the case when it comes to the wedding planning stage.
It is common for the couple to draw up...
