Monthly Archives: October 2009

New Wedding Registry Option

Posted on October 15, 2009 by Christine

Are you tired of following suit by registering at all the common places: Bed Bath and Beyond, Macy’s, Crate and Barrel, Target, etc? Do you want to register at all these places or maybe a couple of items at a speciality store? … Continue reading »

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Keeping Warm

Posted on October 14, 2009 by Cait

As the days get shorter and the weather gets colder, it’s time to think about keeping all those brides and bridesmaids warm for the late fall and winter weddings. Standing at the altar in a wedding or bridesmaids dress in a drafty … Continue reading »

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DIY Wedding Guest Book

Posted on October 12, 2009 by Auschick

For our wedding, I really wanted a guest book that I would *actually* enjoy looking at multiple times after my wedding  (how often do your parents look through their wedding guest book, hmm?). I decided to create my own guest book using … Continue reading »

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It’s a bridal shower

Posted on October 11, 2009 by Mel

About 2 weeks before my wedding, my bridesmaids threw me the best bridal shower ever.  I wanted something low-key and casual.  At first, a couple of the girls suggested having it in a restaurant.  Since it is customary for the bridesmaids to … Continue reading »

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Wedding Collectibles of You

Posted on October 9, 2009 by Christine

Wedding trends continue to show that couples like to put personalization and unique items in their wedding. If you had a little room in your budget and could have a wedding collectible of yourself, what would it be? I’ve heard of getting … Continue reading »

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Reader Question – Tips For Throwing a Bridal Shower

Posted on October 8, 2009 by Joleen

<question> How do I throw a bridal shower? Some basic guidelines would be nice. I’m clueless, thanks. </question> First off, unless you’re dead set on throwing a surprise shower, consult the bride before making any plans and plan early.  A bridal shower … Continue reading »

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Wedding Slide Show Surprise!

Posted on October 7, 2009 by Joleen

I was just browsing through news when I came across this story so I thought I would share=)  Can you spot the surprise? Wedding Slide Show Surprise

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New Twist on Photo Booths

Posted on October 7, 2009 by Cait

I was going through Facebook, and came across an album a few of my friends were tagged in from a wedding recently. The pics were so hysterical I just had to share about them. The bride and groom set up a “photo … Continue reading »

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The Final Note

Posted on October 5, 2009 by Mel

Although the wedding is over, there was still one last thing we had for our guests… thank you notes.  A personal thank you note is the only appropriate way to say “Thank You.”  The common etiquette is to send a handwritten thank … Continue reading »

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DIY Wedding Cake

Posted on October 5, 2009 by Auschick

Having a wedding cake is usually one of those “must have” things on a couple’s list, but if you’re trying to stay within a small budget, having a professional cake made can be really *really* expensive. After I was quoted $800 for … Continue reading »

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Neglected Wedding Dresses

Posted on October 2, 2009 by Christine

Few people think of what they want to do with their dress until long after the wedding is over. Sometimes people will remember to clean it but if you wait too long, your beautiful dress will get yellow and dingy from perspiration … Continue reading »

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Bridal Shows Galore

Posted on October 1, 2009 by Christine

In need of several wedding vendors? It may be a good idea to visit a bridal showcase where you can talk to many vendors in the same day. There are several coming up in the DC and NYC areas: The Great Bridal … Continue reading »

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