Today’s downward-spiraling economy has everyone taking a second look at spending habits-including wedding spending. If you find yourself needing to tighten your wedding budget, below are ten ways to help you do it.
Go to full postPosted by of mywedding.comJanuary 7, 2009
Your wedding invitations make a big first impression to your guests about the theme of your wedding. You want to make sure that it properly represents the both of you, right? So, let me go over some wedding invitation "need-to-knows" and 2009 wedding invitation trends. Here's hoping you can impress your honey with some invitation knowledge , and help her pick out a design too!
Go to full postPosted by of mywedding.comJanuary 5, 2009
Boxers or briefs? Fries or chips? Band or DJ? These are some of life’s toughest debates. For our purposes here, we’ll be discussing the question of whether to hire a band or a DJ for your wedding reception entertainment.
The reception music and dance floor atmosphere can often make or break a wedding reception. Of course, the bride and groom will enjoy themselves no matter what. However, your guests may not be as easy to please. If you want to see your friends and family out on the dance floor instead of heading for the door right after dinner, you’ll want to carefully weigh the pros and cons of booking a band vs. a DJ.
Go to full postPosted by of The Man RegistryJanuary 2, 2009
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I came across a great wedding story in the newspaper that I want to share with you. A couple (names to be withheld) had a unique idea for what could be called a piggyback wedding. They chose a holiday when the people they cared about most would be gathering for a celebratory dinner. The home had been festively decorated, the guests were stylishly attired. Everyone was in good spirits.
Go to full postPosted by of Chicken Soup CounselingDecember 31, 2008
Posted by of mywedding.comDecember 31, 2008
The engagement timelines (times when things should be completed by) out there in the world are long and complicated. I thought I would give just an overview of what needs to be done during the last 6 months or so. I am just focusing on the major points. Just think of this as a list that’s small enough to fit inside your wallet.
Go to full postPosted by of Elegant Event DesignDecember 30, 2008
Your wedding stationery says a lot about the type of wedding you will be having. From formal to casual to whimsical, your invitations can easily uncover the tone of your wedding to guests receiving the invitation. With many stationery designers in the industry, you will find only one that brings cute and playful to the next level. You will find PosePrints.
Go to full postPosted by of mywedding.comDecember 29, 2008
Consider placing your favors, at each guest’s place setting. This will help to “dress up” your reception tables. Many favors double as place card holders, so you can direct your guests to the right seat.
Go to full postPosted by of Planning Tips and Ideas for mywedding.comDecember 23, 2008
Choosing favors for your guests can be a daunting task. What will you give them that really says, "thank you for sharing this important day with us" without spending a fortune? Also, when you’re planning a green wedding, ordering 200 plastic bell-shaped trinkets with your initials printed on the side doesn’t make sense. What can you give your guests that won’t end up in the garbage the day after your wedding? Give them something that will end up in their mouths instead!
As we all know, food is a complicated issue in today’s world. Where our food comes from, how it’s grown or raised, the impact these things have on our environment and how farmers and workers are treated are all issues that have surfaced in recent years when considering what to eat. One way to ensure that you give your guests a treat that is sustainable to all is to buy food that is fairly traded. Go to full post
Posted by of mywedding.comDecember 16, 2008
If you were an "Everybody Loves Raymond" fan, you probably remember Robert’s wedding to Amy, when the minister said, "If anyone objects to this marriage, speak now or forever hold your peace," and Robert’s mother Marie took the shocked minister up on his offer to speak her mind, much to everyone’s horror. How common is this outside of TV and movies? Not very - but it does happen. I live by a simple principle: "Expect nothing. Be ready for anything." In that spirit, here are a few ideas for preventing and, if necessary, handling every wedding couple’s worst nightmare.
Go to full postPosted by of myweddingfavors.comDecember 12, 2008
