Are you prepared to be bowled over by the designer Bridal collections setting the trends for 2013?  Last week the Wedding world turned its eyes towards the New York catwalks for Bridal Fashion Week and I’m bringing you the Bijou trend report.  Lace continues to dominate into 2013 in panel details and all over onslaughts, as does the trend for .  I was pleased to see my…

Brides often question if they should be paying for the bridesmaids dresses or at least help pay for them. It is expected that the bridesmaids pay for their dress as part of their duties. If the bride decides and can afford to pay for the bridesmaid dresses, then that is a nice treat to the bridesmaids. If the maids will be paying for their dresses be considerate of the price that they would have to pay. Remember that not everyone has the same financial situation and although you might be…

I saw Steve Harvey's #1 box office movie Think Like A Man this weekend and now I have dating and relationship stuff on the brain! I sure did enjoy the movie. It was quite funny and entertaining, plus my former clients Taraji P. Henson and Sherri Shepherd are both in it so I had to support the ladies. Although I didn't really need a book to tell me how men think (some of those tips are basic!), it's always refreshing to be reminded. After seeing the movie I started…

As the mother of the bride, you have many duties leading up to the wedding and on the big day itself. Your daughter will rely on you for a myriad of tasks.  You’ll probably be attending appointments with her to meet with possible wedding vendors.  You’ll definitely visit dress shops to help her pick out the gown of her dreams.  And, you’ll most likely be her main support person when wedding stress threatens to overwhelm her.  Throughout all this, you can’t forget about yourself though.  On…

Getting Ready:

This is always my favorite part of the day so I thought it would be a great place to start. The nerves and excitement always make for good photography. 

Allow Enough Time 

Many brides I encounter book the…

IL RICCIO BEACH CLUB-CAPRI-ITALY

Stonefield Estate Villa Resort & Spa is one of Saint Lucia's scenic, secluded and special places to visit. Located one mile from the historic town of Soufriere, the resort offers a panoramic view of the famous and dramatic Petit Piton and the blue Caribbean Sea.

Complimentary shuttles are available for the nearby beaches with some of the best snorkeling and dive…

Photography By: Jen Curtis

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Barndiva is by far one of the coolest wedding venues I have come across. This assemblage of a sustainable farm, gourmet restaurant, and art gallery is the perfect location for the eco-friendly foodie who is dying to indulge every sense of their guests.

The restaurant…

Below is an interesting and entertaining video from Planet Money. They research the labor and material cost of an expensive designer wedding gown and concluded the dress the reporter bought was a rip off because the total of the two was less than half the price she paid. She thought she was getting a deal because the price was several hundred dollars less than full retail.

I am on…

Finding Grooms Speech Examples on the Internet provides a great way of knowing the best way to write your own. It enables you to get it right first time round, and you are then able to put your own unique spin or touch to it. There is going to be plenty for you to be doing on the Big Day as it is, so with the added part of having to do a Speech gives you even more to have to think about. You will have so much to look forward to as the Woman you love has agreed to be your Wife; your chosen…

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So you've decided upon the perfect cake for your wedding and just can't seem to find the perfect little something to use as a cake topper? Why not follow the warmth and charm of the cake bunting trend winning hearts and smiles from miles around. Follow this inspirational idea and brighten up your cake with vibrant colors and happy phrases. Cake bunting is so sweet and simple, it's enough to make those…

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We also love the simple and natural feel of using jars as part of wedding decor. Our solution? Why not tie the two together and create a darling and delicious wedding favor for your guests to enjoy! Use personal favorites or old family recipes, place them in sealed jars (such as mason), and brand them with your seal of love by creating a label with your names, a sweet quote, or your wedding date.…

Looking for party favors? Splish-splash with animal bath fizzies! And, turn bath time into fun time! http://www.etsy.com/shop/NaturallySusans

Photography By: Julie Mikos

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If you rarely find yourself traveling through the Caldecot Tunnel - that infamous mysterious tunnel that separates Contra Costa and the Tri-Valley area from the rest of the East Bay and San Francisco - then you may…

One of the most important parts of a Best Man Speech, is Placing a relevant Best Man Speech Structure in place. At the time you have the structure, the remaining part of the Speech will become a great deal easier to write. The structure is like the foundations to your building, where from there you can add your bricks, mortar and cement around it.

The beginning would be elements such as the amusing intro, and then the Formal address to the Bridesmaids etc. Then…

Whether you are turning one, or one hundred, birthdays are a special ocassion. San Antonio wedding and event consultants, Principles in Action agree! So here's to you, the old and the young, a few of my favorite party ideas, to get the event up and rolling!…

This Season's Invitations

Chris & Georgina