September 29

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Nate and Lori

Tip of the Day: While your photographer will capture most of the important shots during the wedding, consider collecting pictures your guests took as well. Try out Qleek, a digital mixtape that allows guests to upload their photos and favorite wedding songs to a website dedicated to the day. Couples can then download their favorites song and photo after the wedding and place it onto a wooden souvenir that becomes a sweet keepsake.

Plus, check out 15 Wedding Moments You'll Definitely Want to Capture on Video.

September 28

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Craig Paulson Photography

Tip of the Day: During your search for the right wedding makeup artist, find someone who includes a trial-run application in the pricing. This way, you can know ahead of time that you'll be happy with the final look and how well you two will work together. Compile a few looks that you want on your big day and bring them to the trial run. Use this time to create your dream look that suits your skin tone and style.

Plus, check out Find the Right Makeup for Your Skin Tone.

Couple Finally Takes Wedding Photos After Being Married 60 Years

A Brazilian couple who got married in a small ceremony 60 years ago finally got the chance to capture their special day on film. Dona and Seu Russo were married in 1957 in a simple backyard wedding with a homemade cake and no photographer. With the help of local vendors, including photographer, São Paulo Fotografia, Donna and Seu commemorated a remarkable six decades of love by renewing their vows in front of family and friends.

September 27

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Courtesy of ThirstryNest

Tip of the Day: When creating your wedding registry, add some personalized options to otherwise traditional household items. Jacki Strum, founder of ThirstyNest says couples love having gifts that aren't generic." What better way to get used to your new last name than having beautifully branded on your new housewares, like a beautiful set of whiskey glasses or a corkscrew you can't find anywhere else."

Plus, check out Your Wedding Registry Checklist.

September 26

Tip of the Day: For a twist on the traditional saying, "something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue," tie it into your jewelry. Danielle Miele, founder of Gem Gossip did just that. "My something old was my grandparents' wedding bands they exchanged on their wedding day in Italy in 1956, my something new was my opal ring--a wedding day gift from my husband, my something borrowed were my coral, diamond and emerald bead tassel earrings from jewelry designer Andreoli, and my something blue was the blue topaz heart ring I designed to be worn on my pinky," she says.

Plus, check out 40+ Ideas for Your Wedding-Day Jewelry.

September 25

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RebeccaMarie Photography

Tip of the Day: Consider buying some of your wedding decorations secondhand to fit your budget. "Rather than paying full retail price, find items like dining sets, mason jars, cake toppers and candlesticks on local buying and selling marketplaces like OfferUp, and save a big chunk of money," says Kelly Stephenson, director of marketing at OfferUp. "It can also give your place settings and reception a unique, one-of-a-kind charm."

Plus, check out 25 Simple Things to Nix From Your Wedding Day.

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