November 28th

Tip of the Day: Finalize your color palette before scheduling any meetings with floral designers. "You should have a very clear idea of your ideal colors, tones and hues since color is a very important part of a designer's job. Certain flowers only come in a few colors and some colors don't work great together," says Karla Cassidy from Karla Cassidy Designs.

"Your color palette should not only complement your overall wedding vision but the surroundings of your wedding venue. And while you certainly don't need to use seasonal colors, keep in mind, for example, that it's harder to find an array of pastel-hued blooms in autumn," she adds.

Plus, check out 200+ Beautiful Color Combinations for Your Wedding.

Fitness Tracker

Sweating for the wedding? Motivate yourself to reach your fitness goals and make healthier choices with the Fitbit Charge Wristband ($129.95). This advanced device delivers real-time stats including calories burned and distance traveled, syncing your progress automatically to Fitbit’s mobile and online tools. It even monitors how long and how well you sleep.

Kitchen Upgrade

Now that you've created a registry, it's Mom and Dad's turn to replace worn and battered pots and pans or outdated kitchen gadgets. Surprise them with a household item you know they secretly want — may we suggest this oven-to-table stoneware set by Le Creuset ($199.95)? It includes an oval au gratin, square baking dish, rectangular covered casserole, and two mini cocettes with lids, setting the stage for the next era of family meals.

In-House Massage

After the wedding, everyone will need some well-deserved R&R — especially both sets of parents. Give them the gift of a pampering massage from the comfort of their home with the Zeel on-demand service (priced at $105 - $160 for a 60-minute massage). Zeel's experienced, licensed masseuses are available seven days a week — as early as 8 a.m. and as late as 10:30 p.m. — so Mom or Dad can schedule their desired time slot on a whim. The service is currently available in 40 cities.

November 26th

Photo credit: Raj Tents

Tip of the Day: "There are certain instances when buying something versus renting it for your wedding makes sense, like if you intend to keep or use it in the future, but generally renting is preferred over buying. Even if the price for a rental is the same as purchasing, the hassle factor is less. You have someone to deliver it, set it up and take it down. If you were to purchase an item, you are responsible for that, not to mention storing it after the wedding," says Caileen Uznis from Caileen Designs.

Plus, check out The Ultimate Guide to Wedding Rentals.

Custom-Etched Bottle of Champagne

Pop the champagne — it’s time to celebrate! Go for the gusto with Dom Perignon Vintage 2006 Champagne ($200) emblazoned with the bride and groom’s names and the wedding date. You don’t have to be an oenophile to appreciate this spirit's bold flavor, which contains irresistible notes of citrus, honey, and brioche. Cheers to that; we’ll have another glass, please.

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