Your fiancé popped the question… now it’s your turn! Your bridesmaids will be your biggest support system leading up to your wedding day, so why not make the most of asking them to join your bridal party? We turned to blogger Amanda S. Gluck (aka Fashionable Hostess) for some fun, creative ways to “propose” to your ‘maids. Here, her favorite ideas for asking the big question.
Attach tags that say “Cheers” to mini champagne bottles — you and your friends will be popping bottles in celebration in no time!
It's officially Bridal Fashion Week here in New York City, and we can't wait to share all of the designers' gorgeous new collections with you! Here's how to follow along at home:
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Tip of the Day: Add personality to a classic cake by topping it with a fun figurine that speaks to your hobbies and interests as a couple. If you don't think this will work for your formal reception, consider using a cake topper for your engagement party, bachelorette, or rehearsal dinner, instead.
Plus, check out 40 Amazing Groom's Cakes.
When shopping for a wedding dress, there are many factors to consider, such as the silhouette, fabric, color, lace, length, price point, and so many more that we’ve barely scratched the surface. But what many brides fail to take into consideration are the many perks of short wedding dresses.
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Tip of the Day: Don't forget to ask about site usage fees when booking your ceremony and reception sites! Some venues (especially historic sites and museums) may charge over $1,000 just for using their gardens and grounds—and that's a conservative figure. They use these fees to help pay for their landscaping services, irrigation, property taxes and more. Some sites may even require you to purchase additional insurance on your wedding if you decide to get married there. These are all important fees that you will need to take into account when setting your ceremony/reception budget.
Here's how to Find Your Dream Wedding Venue.
Planning a wedding is no easy feat. But many couples get so wrapped up in the details and attempting to make everything perfect that they forget their vendors have gone through these same motions hundreds of times and can provide invaluable guidance. For example, after seeing a handful of wedding films and videography packages, you may think you know exactly what you need (and what you don't). However, here are five secrets your wedding cinematographer wishes you knew:
Consider the honeymoon: It celebrates the sweetness of the union of matrimony.
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Increase the wow factor at your reception with string lights on the ceiling!
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Tip of the Day: Nothing is worse than making your guests wait a half hour or longer to get a cocktail. Prevent long lines for drinks by arranging for at least two full bars to be set up at your cocktail party and reception. Ask servers to hand out hors d’oeuvres so that guests get a treat while they wait. You could also have them walk down the line with a tray of different cocktail shooters for guests to choose from!
Plus, avoid these Top 10 Wedding Guest Complaints.
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