Are you a style-conscious celebrity watcher, eager to catch the newest trend in wedding gowns? Do you scour bridal mags looking for the best fashion forward ideas? Fashionistas everywhere know that stylish wedding invitation ideas are just as important as the wedding favors or the floral arrangements. Look for these top trends in the best wedding invitations for 2010:*Mix-n-Match - The go-to fashion for the New Year is fast becoming coordinating...more
Planning for a wedding is not an easy task. It could be an extremely stressful, and trying time, especially as the big day approaches. When couples worry about coordinating all of the details of the wedding, just to make sure everything goes according to plan. Probably, one of the most important details of the wedding that a couple has to decide on is the actual date of the wedding. This is usually the detail that is taken care of first. Factors...more
There are a number of different wedding dress styles to choose from and unless you frequently wear ball gowns etc. you may not know what will suit you best. A good idea would be to try on several different styles and when you see "the one" you will know it is the one for you!As a brief guide to some of the more usual styles available however:Princess or 'A' LinePrincess or 'A' Line is a versatile shape that will suit most brides, regardless of height or curves. It is generally fitted quite closely at the top and around the ribcage and flows out into a 'A' or triangular shape. As it isn't totally fitted it is the ideal style to disguise any lumps or bumps you may have! Generally we see a very flattering silhouette from Princess Line dresses. Be aware however that this style of dress often needs a hoop to be worn underneath to carry the dress off - and this in itself can take some getting used to! Also watch out that the dress is fitted correctly at the top as they are frequently strapless and even on the slimmest of girls this can mean lumps over the top of the dress if they are not worn correctly. This dress will draw attention to your...more
We are in a global recession and weddings are expensive Im sure neither of these things is new to anyone who is busy planning a wedding. Though the church rental, dress, and honeymoon costs are difficult to avoid, there are plenty of ways to save money by cutting back costs on small things. One small aspect of planning a wedding that builds up to a...more
If you are getting married now, you have undoubtedly attended a wedding before. Before you attended that wedding, think about the wedding invitations you received in the mail prior to the actual eventdid it seem classic? Trendy? Contemporary? Original? Now think about how the actual wedding matched up to your expectations. Chances are, your...more
One mistake many couples make when planning their wedding invitations is to pick their favorite colors or to just use a traditional white invitation when they would be more comfortable with something more expressive. This is not always a bad idea, but remember that the first things your potential guests will notice is what color your invitations are. Many important details of your wedding can be first reflected in your invitationsand color is a detail that you do not want to overlook.White, Silver, Gold, etc. If you want people to know that your wedding will be traditional, there is no better way to do it than through your wedding invitations. Using a typical white invitation with silver/gold letterhead or black font will be simple, but beautiful. In some ways, it says just enough and not too much. Even though white or a cream colour are the most common shades for wedding invitations, it will not imply that you are not creative if you phrase the invitations the correct way. Instead, it will be clear that you are going for a classic invitation that should also be reflected in what will be a beautiful, traditional wedding. Bright Colours If you are leaning towards using bright...more
The joining of two people in holy matrimony has been around since the dawning of humanity, but many of the customs and traditions associated with the ceremonial union of a bride and groom have evolved over time. Understanding just where certain...more
Everything depends on season. Instead of the typical flower or rings intertwined themed wedding invitations, a good rule of thumb to follow is to determine what kind of invitations based on the season during which your wedding is being held. The...more
Your wedding should reflect you, the person you are marrying, and the love that you are celebrating, down to every tiny detail. This may seem overwhelming at first, but as you examine the little things that make a wedding special, you will see how...more
When you want to knock their socks off; when you want them to stand up and cheer; when nothing but the best will do because it is your wedding day; that is when you serve a spectacular wedding cake. Do not let the vision of confetti, the crash of...more
One of the most important things whenever somebody wants to get married is to have a complete line-up of the couple's guests. Along with this preparation is the creation of wedding invitations that should reflect your earnest desire to invite...more
When girls are little, they imagine that their wedding will be a fairy tale event, with everything looking and sounding perfect. These little girls grow up with these ideas and then are usually genuinely surprised that in order to have the princess...more