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3 Things Brides Consider When Choosing Vendors & It's Not Price

Wedding Professionals:

During tough economic times, we are quick to assume that price is the main factor for brides as they plan their wedding. Yes, price is important but I… Continue

Added by Christine Dyer on November 1, 2009 at 4:00pm — 76 Comments

what to do with your wedding photos

taken from www.wedbykez.com Kez is young Newcastle marriage celebrant.

The big day is over, the thrill of the planning and the excitement of the day has diminished to just a warm fuzzy glow, like the first cup of coffee in the morning, the presents unwrapped, the cake in the freezer and you think the wedding is all done and dusted.

Not exactly...

You now have the job of deciding what to do with the million and one photos from your…

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Added by Kerryn Tippett on November 1, 2009 at 3:34pm — No Comments

A couple of tips for buying a wedding dress online

Many of my brides have asked me how to buy a dress online. Here are a couple of tips to answer any questions a bride may have.

Most brides know their "dress" when she first sees it. If you are on a budget and can't buy from traditional bridal salon, this blog may help you.

First there are many places to purchase affordable dresses. Sample shops, consignment shops, craig's list, online bridal boutiques such as www.bravobride.com and… Continue

Added by Moonlit Bridals on November 1, 2009 at 3:07pm — No Comments

Wedding Non - Alcoholic Punch Recipes & Alcoholic Punch - Holiday punches too! How much to buy...

Here is a selection of punches perfect for weddings! Be creative, add your own special touch. DIY ice sculptures, frozen punch cubes, using different shapes to fit your theme and fruit make a wonderful addition.

Have fun!

Non-Alcoholic Punch Recipes

Orange Egg Nog Punch

1 quart reduced-fat dairy eggnog or 1 can (1 quart) eggnog

1 can (12 ounces) frozen orange juice concentrate (thawed)

1 can (12 ounces) ginger ale (chilled)

In large… Continue

Added by Moonlit Bridals on November 1, 2009 at 2:38pm — No Comments

Added by PartyDiva on November 1, 2009 at 1:19pm — No Comments

Exquisite Bride meets the designers!

At this fall's bridal market, the ladies of Exquisite Bride had the honor to meet some of our favorite designers! See the pictures below for information on each designer that we carry!

Reem Acra

Reem Acra (left) is known for her detail. If you are looking for a full ball gown with careful and delicate bead work… Continue

Added by Exquisite Bride on November 1, 2009 at 9:48am — No Comments

Casting for Bridezillas

NOW CASTING BRIDEZILLAS ON WeTV!

Do you or someone you know think you have what it takes to be on America's top-rated wedding show?

* Are you planning a wedding between November 2009 and May 2010?

*Are your wedding preparations getting out of control?

*Are you struggling with the cooperation of your wedding party, fiance or in-laws?

*Are you… Continue

Added by Exquisite Bride on November 1, 2009 at 6:08am — No Comments

Posted on blog

Post the Bridal Tweet badge on my blog today. It's cute.

Would really love to increase the followers of my blog. Any suggestions?

A Different Shade of Me
http://differentshadeofme.blogspot.com

Added by Christina on November 1, 2009 at 5:06am — No Comments

Life-Changing Seminar: "Marketing to Brides Breakthroughs Workshop" with Natalie Bradley

Hello Everyone,

Have you heard of Natalie Bradley, the Bride Attraction Expert? She started BrideAttraction.com to help bridal-preneurs attract more brides, make more money and have more freedom in their businesses.

She develooped a step-by-step system for attracting all the brides you need in your business, incorporing all the essential elements needed to ensure a ful, thriving business.

Natalie is leading a life-changing workshop right around the cornor - on… Continue

Added by Cindi Goldman on October 31, 2009 at 4:29pm — No Comments

Best way you have found to gain more business?

I'm looking for ideas others have for gaining new business. A lot of inquiries coming our way, but I have found personally and from several other vendors (not just planners) that after the intial inquiry there is not much more from the customers.

I'm finding the free sites or those with link exchange to be invaluable. I do pay for advertising, but being a 'young' business cannot do it on all. Word of mouth is key too so I believe reputation is very important.

How do you… Continue

Added by Desert Light Weddings on October 31, 2009 at 9:31am — No Comments

Dream Big!

Hello Victorian Brides! Hope you have a terror-ific weekend and Happy Halloween ;^) Today’s advice is to dream big and make realistic goals with details to insure they can come true. Many people dream outside their means with causes them not to enjoy their special day because their dream was unrealistic. Don’t run into your planning process without a clear picture of how you want your wedding to run. Incorporate ideas and thoughts which give a portrait of the bride and groom’s… Continue

Added by Victorian_Brides on October 30, 2009 at 6:30pm — No Comments

Greek Orthodox wedding traditions

One of the things I love about planning weddings is the religious and ethnic diversity of bridal couples and their families. The different traditions and religious elements of the ceremony are fascinating to me and meaningful to the couple.

In this post, I am going to share some information about Eastern Orthodox ceremonies. I had the privilege of working with a wonderful couple that married in one of the Greek Orthodox Churches in the Phoenix area. As I worked with them, I learned… Continue

Added by Rosemary Worrell on October 30, 2009 at 10:30am — No Comments

Wedding Ceremony in the Arizona Science Center Planetarium

Imagine taking your walk down the aisle with the brilliant sun setting against a backdrop of Arizona Mountains. As you reach the spot where your groom happily awaits, the stars come out and overhead is a beautiful night sky. All eyes are on the bridal party, spotlighted with soft pink light. When the ceremony ends, the sun begins to rise and you recess up the aisle with the beautiful colors of an Arizona sunrise surrounding you and you are not outdoors! All this is possible in the Planetarium… Continue

Added by Rosemary Worrell on October 30, 2009 at 10:26am — No Comments

Wedding Etiquette: Where It Comes From and How To Make Your Own

Ever wonder why we do all the wedding-y things we do?

Wedding Etiquette: Where It Comes From and How To Make Your Own

Thanks ever so much for the honor of your presence here today, and enjoy!

Added by Elizabeth Oakes on October 30, 2009 at 10:21am — No Comments

Jewish Wedding Ceremonies and Traditions

It’s a great big, diverse world!! I love learning about the different ways that couples exchange their marriage vows. Today I want to share some of what I’ve learned about the religious customs and traditions of Jewish weddings.

Judaism is divided into three basic groups; Orthodox, Conservative, and Reform. The ceremony differs when customs are from an Eastern European or Middle Eastern background, and the type of Judaism that is practiced. With all the differences, Jewish weddings… Continue

Added by Rosemary Worrell on October 30, 2009 at 10:20am — No Comments

Navajo Wedding Ceremony Traditions

My husband and I have traveled much of the great Navajo reservation. From Antelope Canyon to Monument Valley, Canyon De Chelly to Santa Fe, the people and the landscape are amazing! As a wedding planner, I wanted to learn and share more about the wedding traditions of the Navajo people.

The Navajo wedding ceremony is a ritual that has been practiced by the Navajos for centuries. The ceremony is conducted by a respected elder of the bride or by a medicine person. The families of the… Continue

Added by Rosemary Worrell on October 30, 2009 at 10:16am — No Comments

What will you do with the food that is leftover from your wedding reception?

What will you do with the food that is leftover from your wedding reception? Did you know that almost 50,000 children go to bed hungry each night in Maricopa County alone? Did you know that here in the Phoenix area there is a great agency that will collect your leftovers and deliver them to your choice of over 80 local agencies that feed the hungry?

That organization is called Waste Not. Their vision is for a community where wasted food is a thing of the past and no request for food… Continue

Added by Rosemary Worrell on October 30, 2009 at 10:10am — No Comments

Introducing our New Offset and Digital Wedding Invitation: Jacqueline

The first time I saw this wedding invitation, the first thought that came to mind was ‘how fun!’ With soy oil inks named blueberry, robin egg and lemon, how could you not get excited about this amazing new invitation set?

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Added by Invitations by Ajalon - Trish J on October 30, 2009 at 9:54am — No Comments

1st Bridal Tweet MeetUP Rocks!

Glancing over the lush green field to see the sunset was amazingly beautiful. That was my very first impression of Gore Place, an ornate Federalist style mansion plunked down on 4o rolling acres. Really. I was stunned that such a fantasy wedding site was literally right off Route 20 in Waltham. I knew the first Bridal Tweet Meet up was off to a roaring good start!

You probably guessed that I'm the curious type. My favorite thing is to meet someone new and learn about them. I've… Continue

Added by WeddingMediator on October 30, 2009 at 7:42am — 3 Comments

The Four Letter Word..... LOVE

I really don't know when I started, loving to plan weddings for clients . I guess after my own. There is something about them, that makes me feel like a hopeless romantic. With the gathering of family and friends ,whom have all come together to share a couples happiness, and joy! Guest dress up in their finest garments, and their smiles lighten up the space. The soft music in the background setting the mood for all to enjoy!

Each… Continue

Added by Stylish Affair"s By Mickey Long on October 30, 2009 at 5:19am — No Comments