How much is enough? For one ungrateful bride, a $100 cash gift was apparently not good enough, as she so rudely informed her wedding guests. Apparently the bride was operating under the entirely incorrect notion that guests are required to give a cash gift large enough to cover the cost of hosting them at dinner. [...]...
Most maid of honor toasts are pretty mundane, but not this one! 24 year old Jennifer Gabrielli put a black hoodie over her bridesmaid dress and rapped out a custom song made for her sister, the bride. Set to the tune of Eminem’s “Without Me”, the bold maid of honor showed off her lyrical skills [...]...
When singer Avril Lavigne tied the knot with fiance Chad Kroeger of Nickelback recently, the bride chose a non-traditional wedding dress color: black. In fact, both the bride and groom wore black at their French wedding held in a Medieval castle. Vera Wang recently showed a collection of wedding gowns in black, but most most [...]...
Writing thank you notes is probably one of the least popular parts of having a wedding. Luckily, the lovely folks over at Elizabeth Anne Designs have put together a list of 7 helpful tips to make sending notes of thanks less of a chore. Their advice is great, from working off of your wedding guest [...]...
I love terrariums and wedding favors that do double duty, so when I came across these DIY terrarium escort cards/wedding favors, I instantly fell in love. The idea is super cute and unique (but not so unique that your guests will find it weird!), and 100 Layer Cake provides step-by-step instructions on how to make [...]...
Do you like color, pattern, and ocean views? Then you must check out this fabulous pastel and ombre Connecticut wedding featured on Style Me Pretty. We loved all of the details, from the mixed pastel Amsale bridesmaid dresses to the pastel chevron fabrics and ombre flower petal escort card display. Every detail was beautifully designed [...]...
No one wants to spend more on their wedding than they have to, so brides are always looking for ways to trim costs. One idea might be to get a keg instead of bottled beer, since it is cheaper. According to the etiquette experts at Brides, a keg might be okay for a wedding reception [...]...
A conversation recently sprung up on The Today Show about whether it is okay not to invite certain people to your wedding because they tend to be too much the life of the party. The topic came up because rumor has it that Angelina Jolie doesn’t want any heavy drinkers at her wedding…which leaves a [...]...
Having once famously said that they would not tie the knot until everyone has the right to get married, the recent Supreme Court decision to strike down the Defense of Marriage Act may mean a 2013 wedding for Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie. Now that their fellow Californians are free to wed, Pitt and Jolie [...]...
“Mother of the bride dress” typically brings to mind an unflattering long shapeless dress, but that is no longer the only option. These days, a mom of the bride or groom can find an outfit that is appropriate (in other words, it won’t upstage the bride!), but still flattering, chic, and modern. Martha Stewart Weddings [...]...
Planning a destination wedding? Be sure that you know all of the etiquette and planning tips particular to a wedding away from home. From who pays to the airfare for bridesmaids to how to travel with your wedding gown, this article covers all of the key things you need to know. Find out how to [...]...
Brides may be responsible for the lion’s share of wedding planning, but the groom still has a few things to take care of before walking down the aisle. From things like fine tuning his wedding day attire to having the wedding rings handy, the groom has some important tasks to do. This last minute checklist [...]...
Many couples plan their wedding around a special theme. For one California couple, that theme just happened to be bacon. The bride and groom exchanged their vows at the San Diego State Fair, in a ceremony that included a bacon-printed aisle runner, a bacon “rose” boutonierre, and yes, bacon bridesmaid bouquets. They cut the pig [...]...
There have been signs of economic recovery and an improving housing market recently, and according to Bloomberg, another indicator can be added to the list of signs consumer confidence is on the rise: bigger weddings. The average cost of a wedding in the U.S. 5.2 percent to $28,427 for 2012, and wedding planners are reporting [...]...
A recent article on the Huffington Post shares a study that found that vendors frequently charge more for an event when they find out it is a wedding. The article reveals that all sorts of vendors, including venues and photographers, add a “wedding surcharge” to their prices: hiking the cost above what they would charge [...]...
Nautical weddings are perfect for the summer season, which officially starts today. Martha Stewart Weddings has plenty of terrific nautical wedding ideas, many of which come with instructions for the DIY bride. Anchors, sailor’s knots, stripes, nautical flags – they’re all here. Find inspiration for your own nautical summertime celebration over on Martha Stewart Weddings....
How adorable is this wedding on 100 Layer Cake? Inspired by Wes Anderson, the wedding is described as “bit eclectic, whimsical yet modern, and elegant”, and it was styled by the fabulous team at Bash, Please. The bride designed all of the wedding stationery herself, and it is simply charming. Her Amsale gown is gorgeous [...]...
Colorful weddings are fun, but there is still a soft spot in my heart for a romantic white wedding. The folks at Style Me Pretty must agree, based on the beautiful styled shoot they recently featured. The misty soft photos taken in a South Carolina peach orchard are absolutely lovely, shot by the talented Landon [...]...
Wondering what a million dollars buys for a wedding? Check out the photos from the recent lavish celebration of Joanna Krupa and Romain Zago to get an idea. The pair tied the knot at the Park Hyatt Aviara resort in San Diego, and the “Real Housewives of Miami” star and former “Dancing With the Stars” [...]...
Following in the footsteps of Vera Wang, designer Zac Posen is the latest artist to create a line of bridal gowns especially for David’s Bridal. The collection will be called “Truly Zac Posen” and will feature gowns ranging from $850 – $1350 – not exactly the $99 sale price point, but well below the cost [...]...