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Weddings are one of the most momentous occasions in a person’s life. There is so much to plan for and even more to get excited about as the big day grows closer. While there might be a handful of uncertainties regarding your wedding day, one thing is for sure: you want to look your absolute best when you say, “I do.” the following are four…

Before you start planning out your picture perfect wedding in the great outdoors, make sure you’re ready for the eventualities that might hit. The natural world makes for a lovely setting, but even the finest weather can go south a little too fast. Plan ahead by taking these tips on outdoor wedding ceremonies to heart.

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We’re all happy as the weather starts to warm up. You want to be able to have fun with your friends, but don't want to be peeling or sunburnt when your big day comes. Nothing is worse than having to have  your legs, arms, chest, and face all different shades of sunburnt. You want to enjoy the summer months however, the one thing that many dread…

A 2014 study published by two economists from Emory University revealed that couples who spent the most on their wedding were the most likely to divorce. Economizing on some wedding expenses won’t guarantee a perfect marriage, but here are four tips to help keep…

One of the most popular wedding seasons of the year is coming up around the corner. That means it’s time to start planning your bridal shower!

Here are four simple, yet elegant hacks that you can use when planning your bridal shower.

Focus on Neutral Colors

This is an especially great…

Getting married is wonderful. Planning a wedding, however, is grounds for a headache and a half. The stress of planning a wedding gets bigger depending on the size of your event and how much time you have left. You don’t need to cut back on things if you don’t want to. If you’re worried about planning your wedding, these are four tips for…

Getting engaged and planning a wedding is an exciting time in your life, but you have some serious things to think about. For example, who are you going to ask to be your bridesmaids? And HOW are you going to ‘propose’ to them? Sure, you could just call them up, but what’s the fun in that? Here are four unique ways to ask your friends to be…

Weddings are a celebration of two people coming together. There are plenty of traditions that are carried through at weddings. However, there are a few ideas that will help you to break out of the norm so that you can do what you want to do. It can allow you to create amazing memories and give people something to talk about.

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Your wedding party plays a vital role in your planning; without their selfless commitment and support, it could be unbearable to handle everything on your own. The groomsmen and bridesmaids have been almost as invested in the wedding as you are, and they’ve invested their time, money and hearts into helping you prepare for one of the most important days of your life.…

Getting married is understandably one of the biggest days of your life. It is also an event that seems to be largely focused on the bride and her needs, but one must not forget the groom. You have a desire to look your best as well. You want to remember this day for the rest of your life, so it is time to…

Many brides begin envisioning their wedding day well before they are engaged. Some brides are excited about having a small, intimate wedding, but you may have grand dreams about hosting a huge event. A big wedding often comes with a huge price tag, and you may be worried about executing your dreams on a shoestring budget. While you will need a reasonable budget to host a large event, you may be…

A wedding can feel both like a three-ring circus and a fairy tale, especially if it’s a summer wedding. Think colorful butterflies landing on the roses in the garden, singing birds, and succulent seasonal fruits adorning the wedding table. Ideally, your wedding day will be closer to the fairy tale and less like the three-ring circus. You can take some steps to make sure that this happens. You just need to make sure that you take care of as many tasks as possible before the wedding chimes…

Just because love is in the air does not mean you have to spend all your money on your honeymoon. There are a number of things you can do on a budget, like staying at stateside B&B’s. The following are four states offering all sorts of experiences worth considering.

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It is no secret that getting married is a life-changing event. It is a significant moment in time that you have been waiting for all your life. In fact, you have probably been planning for this day since you were a little girl. One of the most important considerations is the actual location of the big…

Everybody wants to look their best on their wedding day. There are many activities that you and your spouse-to-be can do together that will help the two of you look great. Fun activities will also allow you to bond. 

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Everybody wants to look good in their suit or dress. You and…

The right floral designer and flowers will lend a breathtaking touch to your wedding! Choosing a florist entails more than you might think. Since cut blooms are so delicate and perishable, they require skillful handling. Without timely transport and climate control, tender blossoms soon shrivel and…

A wedding is one of the more joyous occasions that one can partake in during a lifetime. It is a mixture of a celebration of life and a future that is to follow with the person you love. It is also a time that is months and even years in the planning. Many people struggle over where to actually have a wedding, looking for just that perfect venue. In…

Wedding registries often contain a common pool of gifts that usually end up in the storage spaces of brides and grooms, collecting dust in the "forgotten" section of their home. While the sentiment of these long-forgotten gifts is much appreciated, it would be a lot wiser to add to your registry things that are much more useful to you instead. What's…

Wedding registries often contain a common pool of gifts that usually end up in the storage spaces of brides and grooms, collecting dust in the "forgotten" section of their home. While the sentiment of these long-forgotten gifts is much appreciated, it would be a lot wiser to add to your registry things that are much more useful to you instead. What's…