Selecting and wearing your dream gown is almost half as fun as the wedding itself. Flipping through bridal magazines, trying on dozens of beautiful gowns, selecting the perfect shoes and accessories-- it kind of makes you feel like you're living in a fairy tale. That is...until you see the price tag. No need to worry or pay more than you can afford, here are just a few ways to save money on a gorgeous gown that you will love!
1- Consider A Second-Hand Wedding Gown
Why pay an extraordinary price for a dress that you will only wear once? There are more...
Archive for the ‘Tradition’ Category
Save On Your Dream Gown
by Anna P. May 21st, 2010
For the Bride,Tradition,Weddings
Weddings Then and Now
by Anna P. April 2nd, 2010
Ceremony,Tradition,Weddings
Weddings and nuptial ceremonies have been around for a long time. And while traditions remain the same, time doesn’t, so it's only natural that trends and tastes change over the course of decades. What may have been popular during your great-grandmother’s heyday may not be so cool now (i.e. dressing your bridesmaids in the same dress style). What else has changed over time? Let's take a look at weddings then and now.
Then: The father-of-the-bride gave his daughter away.
Now: The bride can choose who will give her away or she can walk down by herself. Many of today’s brides often...
Then: The father-of-the-bride gave his daughter away.
Now: The bride can choose who will give her away or she can walk down by herself. Many of today’s brides often...
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...
Alternative Ideas To The Traditional Bridal Registry
by Anna P. December 8th, 2009
Honeymoon,Planning,Tradition,Wedding Shower,Weddings
Not every engaged couple is going to want fine china, crystal, and a new blender. Many a couple these days don’t spend much time in the kitchen, and even less time actually cooking. Why make a list of gifts that will probably end up collecting dust in the pantry? If a gift registry is not your (nor your fiance’s) thing, then what options do you have? Aside from asking for money (not a bad idea once you know how to phrase it well), there are more creative options out there.
1. Ask Them to Chip in for Honeymoon Expenses
The whole wedding...
1. Ask Them to Chip in for Honeymoon Expenses
The whole wedding...
The Job of the Best Man- What Role Does He Play in a Wedding?
by Patti November 17th, 2009
For the Groom,Planning,Tradition
The best man in a wedding is generally the brother of the groom. If the groom does not have a brother or stepbrother, then he may choose either a close friend of his or the brother of the bride, if she has one and if the two men are close.
It is the job of the best man to be the groom’s right hand man. He is the person who takes care of the groom’s needs and must be a responsible individual who is good at organizing. The role of best man is one that must be taken seriously.
It is the...
It is the job of the best man to be the groom’s right hand man. He is the person who takes care of the groom’s needs and must be a responsible individual who is good at organizing. The role of best man is one that must be taken seriously.
It is the...
