Although the wedding cake is still pretty standard at most weddings, there are couples who choose not to serve a cake at their reception. What if you (or your fiance) doesn't like cake? Or maybe you'd rather serve your favorite dessert, like creme brulee or chocolate mousse. Whether or not you decide to opt out of serving a wedding cake reception, here are some tasty ideas that you can use for your own reception!
Give Your Guests Sweet Choices: Please the crowd and offer a little something for everyone! You could arrange for a dessert bar and serve the guests...
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When To Splurge, When To Save Part 2
by Anna P. July 22nd, 2010
For the Bride,Honeymoon,Planning,Weddings
This is the conclusion of When To Splurge, When To Save Part 1. We all know that weddings are notoriously expensive events and that budgeting for your wedding is one of the most important things you can do. Last week I discussed about whether you should splurge on bridal gowns and the reception. This week you'll find out on how to save on the pre-wedding festivities and honeymoon.
Pre-Wedding Festivities
Although it's generally the family and friends who pay for all the pre-wedding parties, it's not uncommon for engaged couples to chip in if not fully pay for certain festivities...
Pre-Wedding Festivities
Although it's generally the family and friends who pay for all the pre-wedding parties, it's not uncommon for engaged couples to chip in if not fully pay for certain festivities...
When To Splurge, When To Save Part 1
by Anna P. July 15th, 2010
For the Bride,Planning,Weddings
Almost everyone plans their wedding on a budget. While most of us dream of a huge wedding inside a grand palace with a live orchestra playing the wedding march, we soon realize our modest incomes and have to plan something within reasonable finances. That is not to say that you have to cut back on everything! It is perfectly acceptable to splurge on one or two things, especially on things you deem mandatory. Find out below on what is worth splurging on and what is worth saving on.
The Bride
Many brides spend a big portion of wedding costs on the...
The Bride
Many brides spend a big portion of wedding costs on the...
Bridal Beauty Made Easy
by Anna P. July 8th, 2010
For the Bride,Weddings
Every bride-to-be has a vision of how she wants to look on her big day. From the perfect updo to flawless makeup to elegantly manicured nails, you can achieve it all on your wedding day, even if you're under a tight budget. Here are the top beauty tips you can really use on your big day!
1- Keep The Hair Relaxed.
Unless you're getting married in the Buckingham Palace, there is no need to come up with an elaborate updo for your big day. Instead, take a cue from your everyday look! Do you have long curly locks? Keep the curls...
1- Keep The Hair Relaxed.
Unless you're getting married in the Buckingham Palace, there is no need to come up with an elaborate updo for your big day. Instead, take a cue from your everyday look! Do you have long curly locks? Keep the curls...
How To Plan A Successful Bridal Shower
by Anna P. July 1st, 2010
For the Bride,Planning,Tradition,Weddings
Traditionally, the bridal shower was a small pre-wedding get together that the bridesmaids would throw for the bride-to-be. They would invite family and friends who would shower the bride with domestic gifts such as dishes, bedding, towels, and small kitchen appliances. Unlike most of the pre-wedding festivities, the bridal shower was basically a gift-giving extravaganza and that concept hasn't change much. What has changed? Everything else! Today's bridal showers are themed events, chock-full of fun games, and oftentimes include the groom. Before you(or your bridesmaids) start planning a bridal shower, take these tips into account!
1- Decide Who Plans It
There...
1- Decide Who Plans It
There...
