These days, the cost of a wedding makes a year at Harvard and Yale look affordable. Keep in mind that you have options -- legal, time-honored, respectable options. Here's a rundown of some of them, plus their pros and cons.
If you're going the self-expressive route, these ten tips will help you write powerful, poignant wedding vows that will make you want to shout, "I do!"
A headpiece that works well with your wedding outfit can be the icing on the cake. But choosing a headpiece to match your gown and your hair and your wedding itself can be a daunting experience.
ou've been dreaming about buying a wedding dress since the very first time you draped a white pillowcase over the back of your head.Whether you choose a formal candlelit ceremony, a spiritual setting, or a laid-back island style, here are a few tips for dressing for the occasion.
Don't leave exercising for your wedding day 'til the week before. Trust us, you'll regret it. Give yourself at least six months if you want to be in sexy shape for the spotlight.
raditionally, a shower is a party for the bride and her closest female relatives and friends, where she is "showered" with love, good wishes, and gifts. A couple shower, where both to-be-weds are celebrated, is another popular option. Where to start to tackle the task? Don't fret. We've got shower-planning basics nailed down to ten easy tips.
Though design and style are still important, flavor has stepped up to the forefront. Here's a look at the trends stacking up behind today's delicious tiers.
First impressions do matter: Give your guests something to talk about by sending save-the-date notices that pop off the page!
So you're in a relationship, and you're thinking about taking the plunge of all plunges -- marriage! How can you be sure, really sure, that you're making the right decision? Well, you can't. But we've come up with a list of issues to help you with the big questions. Read through them and see what you think.
Maybe you're dreading the much-hyped first dance. Or could it be that flaunting some fancy footwork is your ultimate fantasy? We're of the opinion that most couples fit some sort of personality prototype -- we've identified seven.
You had to write one to your grandmother for that knitted scarf she made you when you were 6 -- and when you were 7, 8, 9.... But after the dust from the reception settles, you need to seriously get crackin' on all those wedding thank-you notes --
Choosing your flowers is one of the most exciting parts of wedding planning. But we freak out when we see brides picking them out too far in advance. Before you push for those petals, there's a specific list you'll need to have down pat before you sit down with any florist.
Wedding programs make great souvenirs, but they're also a gracious gesture: Programs can help guests understand the ceremony and introduce them to the major players in your wedding. Here's how to create the perfect program for your special day.
Just engaged? Starting to envision your wedding? Wondering about all the things you'll need to do and when? Our month-by-month snapshot of all your wedding to-dos will steer you in the right direction.
Don't let the name fool you. You don't have to spend the entire night perfecting your walk down the aisle -- just part of it. You'll spend the rest eating and drinking merrily, compliments of the groom and his family (at least most of the time).
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