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Can't a Bride Catch a Break?

I've had the pleasure of speaking to some supremely talented wedding planners recently, and that plus my own experience working at weddings has really made me appreciate just how complicated (and overwhelming) they can be. As an on-location makeup artist, the environment in which I'm worki

Wedding Decorations Ideas for Gazebos

Gazebos are innately beautiful and an ideal place to hold your wedding ceremony. Depending on the location, the time of year and your own personal style and preferences, a gazebo can be simplistically decorated or jazzed up.

Hen Night Theme Party Ideas

Give a bride one night of partying before she ties the knot.In the club image by Stanislav Savelyev from <a href='http://www.fotolia.com'>Fotolia.com</a>If you think one final wild night before a wedding is strictly for the boys, think again. Hen nights are women-only events...

The Photographer's Guide to Become a Wedding Photographer

Photographers can make a good living out of becoming a wedding photographer, but how can someone get the knowledge and the expertise they need to become one? Take a Course The best way to get started is to take a course. It doesn't have to focus on wedding photography at all; all it has to do i

You Can StillHave a Dream Wedding on a Budget!

Getting married is likely going to be one of the best days of your life, and maybe next to the birth of any children probably the best. With this in mind you can see why the average cost of a wedding increases year after year to approximately $20,000.Bear in mind that this figure does not include th

Table Decoration Ideas for a Picnic Wedding

For couples seeking a break from the traditional wedding reception, picnics are a lovely alternative. Whether the picnic will be held at a beach-side location or in a field, you can decorate the tabletops to reflect the theme and style of your wedding. Many picnic table reception...

Wedding Ceremony & Reception Halls in Kansas City Area

Kansas City has a variety of different wedding ceremony and reception halls to choose from. Whether it is a small wedding party or an event with 300 guests, there are venues to suit all needs. The halls range from romantic, historic chapels to quirky venues, such as a restored theater. Venue locatio

Effective Wedding Planning - Using a Planner

Wedding planning can be one of the most stressful times in a person's life, whether the person is the bride or the groom. To make sure that planning for your wedding goes as smoothly as possible, it can sometimes be a good idea to employ the services of a professional wedding planner.

Vintage Inspired Wedding Flowers

Nothing is more romantic than flowers. For some of the prettiest wedding flower ideas, take your cue from bygone eras. Read on for tips on the most beautiful vintage inspired wedding flowers.

The History of The Bridesmaid

Who came up with the idea of having bridesmaids? Most brides know that this special day could never be pulled together without their help. So why do we have bridesmaids and what is their historical im

Outdoor Wedding Ceremony Ideas in Chicago

With over 26 miles of lakefront and 15 miles of beaches, it's understandable why a bride-to-be would choose to have an outdoor wedding in Chicago. Sunlight on the water and birds singing while perched on tree branches seem like a magical atmosphere, and may be just what a bride wants on the day she

Men's Fashion - Wedding Attire For The Groom

While there is always much emphasis placed on the bride and her dress, a wedding is also the most important day for the groom and he will also want to be looking his best. However formal or informal your special day, with some thought the groom can have an individual, stylish attire that will compli

Party Activities With a Music Theme

Let your guests shine in the spotlight with karaoke.girl singing image by Peter Baxter from <a href='http://www.fotolia.com'>Fotolia.com</a>Music is a party necessity, providing background noise and defining the overall vibe. Turn the party up to 11 with some music-themed...