Posts Tagged ‘groom’

Should Mom and Dad Be Guests at the Bachelor/Bachelorette Party?

by Patti January 29th, 2010 | For the Bride, For the Groom, Weddings
Bachelor and bachelorette parties are most often held anywhere from one to three weeks before the wedding day. In most cases these pre-wedding events are hosted by the best man and the maid of honor respectively. They tend to be focused on the celebration of friendship as opposed to the celebration of family. With this said, should the parents of the bride and the groom be included on the guest list?

A bachelor party is a time when male bonding occurs. A bachelorette party also provides an opportunity for women to bond as friends in their own unique way. It is
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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
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Wedding Budget Series- Part 2

by Anna P. October 7th, 2009 | Budget, Planning, Weddings
Part two of the Wedding Budget Series- the guide that gives you simple ways to save on everything wedding. Last week it was all about saving on the costs of the wedding reception. This week it's all about saving on bridal gowns and attire for the wedding party.  Why pay full price for dresses and suits that everyone will only wear once?  Here are some tips that should save you valuable money.

  • Are you seeking a wedding gown by a particular designer? Avoid eBay and search for a locally owned discount bridal boutique that specializes in designer gowns.  Try to ask
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