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New Year Resolutions Geared Toward Brides to Be

Almost everyone makes some type of New Year’s resolutions. But for brides getting married in 2012, making some simple resolutions can mean more confidence during the big day. One of the most common resolutions in the New Year is to lose weight. … Continue reading »

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Commenting Contest: FREE Bridal Boot Camp

“How would a private bridal boot camp help you on your wedding day?”  Every bride and groom wants to look and feel their best on their wedding day. But the clock is ticking and every workout matters! There’s no time for winter … Continue reading »

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Winner of Big Fat Ideas – FREE Make-up Trial

I am pleased to announce that Edris is the winner of our first Big Fat Ideas contest! She won a FREE wedding make-up trial from Bridal Artistry for sharing an idea for cake pops that were a a favor and seating card. … Continue reading »

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Bridal Artistry – Wedding Makeup Vendor

Big Fat Cake welcomes Bridal Artistry to our vendor directory. I went to a makeup networking event for women in Arlington, VA where Barbara gave makeup advice to 14 women in one night! Everyone walked away with one or more things that … Continue reading »

Easy Up-Do for Short Hair

Usually, up-do’s require some hair length to work with but this salon from NYC shows how you can still get those locks for your big day. From The Daily Candy: Have found any good up-do options for short hair?

DIY Your Own Wedding Day Chignon

If you’re considering something simple for your hair, check out this video to do it yourself: It’s so easy….even I can do it.

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Mole!

When you book your wedding photographer, make sure you what kind of alterations they do to the photos. And make sure that you are comfortable with their answer before you actual book with them. A friend of mine was surprised to find … Continue reading »

Chelsea Tells Dad to Lose 15 Pounds

If it’s your wedding, I guess you could say anything! People Magazine reported that Chelsea wants Bill Clinton to look good at her wedding by losing 15 pounds. He’s already progressed in his goal but he looks okay to me. Did you … Continue reading »

3 to Go, Answer This Poll

I’ve been so remiss in posting, so my apologies! We are three days away from the BIG DAY. The great thing about being so close is that most costs are finalized, and there are no more big surprises. I know, I’m cheap, … Continue reading »

DIY Wedding Makeup

Happy blue moon and last day of the first decade of the 21st century! Last week I was in NYC for Christmas and happened to do one of my favorite things: casually wander into the makeup department of Bloomingdales and get myself … Continue reading »

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Free Wedding Make-up Application

Some brides stress about make-up, and then some brides really don’t care. If you’re a bride who doesn’t care, you could find a friend who has a knack for applying make-up. If you find a willing friend, then keep in mind that … Continue reading »

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Deciding on the Right Veil

One of my friends who is in the midst of planning her wedding came to me last week about deciding on a veil to go with her dress. Initially she didn’t want one, or at least didn’t want to spend too much … Continue reading »