As a newlywed I often get asked from other men about the chronicles of married life, especially from those who are contemplating taking a similar step in their relationships. These men are usually at a crossroads in which they are with someone they care deeply about and a major decision must be made soon regarding […]
Sunday Confessional: Including the Groom in the Wedding Planning Process
Some women find that their fiancés are very engaged in the wedding planning process. These grooms- to-be want a say in everything from the color-scheme of the wedding, to the food choices, to the DJ. Some grooms want to even dictate what the bride should wear! On the opposite end, there are men whose participation […]
Sunday Confessional: 11 Things That Made My Wedding Wonderful!
There are many elements that go into having a fantastic wedding, and what an ideal wedding looks like is totally up to the couple. However, in attending weddings, writing about weddings, and planning my own wedding, I have noticed some common elements that can make a wedding extremely enjoyable for the couple and their guests. […]
Budgeting for the Wedding
After buying a house and the death of a loved one, weddings are one of the most significant causes of stress, and there’s no secret why; the money. While you might want the wedding of your dreams complete with white doves and horse-drawn carriages, the truth is that unless you have significant savings you probably […]
Sunday Confessional: 17 Tips For Saving Money on Your Wedding
When many women get engaged, they immediately start mapping out their dream wedding. Some go Pinterest crazy, or they cut images out of magazines to create a dream board. This part of the planning process is fun; however, when these future brides do some investigation, they may find that their dream wedding is way over […]
Wedding Planner vs. Venue Manager
Wedding Planner vs. Venue Manager We’ve all seen the movie, The Wedding Planner starring Jennifer Lopez and for those of us that are wedding planners, we know most of that movie was pure fantasy….but we love it just the same. As the lines of traditional planning evolve, I think it’s important for brides and grooms […]
3 Tips for Picking the Best Bridesmaids and Groomsmen
Source: munaluchibridal.com via Munaluchi Bride on Pinterest Once the dust settles after the engagement most brides immediately go into planning mode. While finding a dress and venue is usually on the list of priorities, deciding who will be in your wedding party is a very important decision that can make or break the overall […]
Stationery Wording and Etiquette: Part 1
Wedding etiquette is one of those things that people beat theirs heads against constantly before the big day. Ultimately, it’s the couple’s wedding and their opinions about how things should be worded matter most. But why do we look to tradition is the first place? Because the old ways are often the best ways. While […]
7 Things to Consider Before Choosing a Stationer
Besides the paper product, a stationer provides service: advice and guidance on wording, items to be included, quantities to be ordered, turnaround times, and reliability of manufacturers. You can find a good stationer by word of mouth: Ask friends, vendors, and your wedding planner for recommendations. From the first save-the-date card mailed to the last […]
Before You Start Shopping For Wedding Stationery
You’re getting married! The excitement for your wedding is growing every day. As tempting as it is to start thinking about how your two names look together on paper, there are a few things that have to be done first. First Steps Before you’re ready to design your invitations, you will have to envision the […]
Wedding Stationery Basics
Your stationery is a way to set your wedding apart from all others. The invitation sets the tone for the festivities to come, announces a couple’s new life and reveals their personal style. Yes, it tells guests where to be, when to be there and what to wear but, most of all, it lets your […]
Making Frugal Fabulous: Finance Advice From The Budgetnista
Making Frugal Fabulous (Relationship Edition) We’ve all heard the phrase “no romance without finance”. Well I’m here to tell you that, that saying is completely false! There are many ways to have and maintain a great relationship while simultaneously maintaining a responsible budget. With a little creativity, communication and compromise you can have more and […]