smallmagazine({"version":"1.0","encoding":"UTF-8","feed":{"xmlns":"http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom","xmlns$openSearch":"http://a9.com/-/spec/opensearchrss/1.0/","xmlns$georss":"http://www.georss.org/georss","xmlns$thr":"http://purl.org/syndication/thread/1.0","id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1597726044269936042"},"updated":{"$t":"2010-06-27T16:36:34.335-07:00"},"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Weddings, Wedding Dresses, Wedding Planning- BridalScoop"},"subtitle":{"type":"html","$t":""},"link":[{"rel":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005#feed","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/feeds/posts/default"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/-/Ceremony?alt\u003djson-in-script\u0026orderby\u003dpublished"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/search/label/Ceremony"},{"rel":"hub","href":"http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com/"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"JLP"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"}}],"generator":{"version":"7.00","uri":"http://www.blogger.com","$t":"Blogger"},"openSearch$totalResults":{"$t":"21"},"openSearch$startIndex":{"$t":"1"},"openSearch$itemsPerPage":{"$t":"25"},"entry":[{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1597726044269936042.post-8335086850405648316"},"published":{"$t":"2010-01-28T10:06:00.000-08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2010-01-28T10:07:34.975-08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Ceremony"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"The Tech-Savvy Wedding"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003ca href\u003d\"http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/S2HSDXaeXXI/AAAAAAAAFBs/QZcuyrk3ks8/s1600-h/1105359_internet.jpg\" imageanchor\u003d\"1\" style\u003d\"clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;\"\u003e\u003cimg border\u003d\"0\" src\u003d\"http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/S2HSDXaeXXI/AAAAAAAAFBs/QZcuyrk3ks8/s320/1105359_internet.jpg\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003eFacebook. Twitter. Blog. Online Gallery.  What do these words mean to today’s engaged couple?  Choice… endless choice!\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eToday’s bride and groom are incredibly tech-savvy; he or she is looking for each piece of the Wedding Day to be a statement, to be unique, and to be “on-demand”.  Potential clients want information, quotes and contracts from their vendors now or they move on to the next vendor on their list.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.facebook.com/\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003eFacebook\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.twiter.com/\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003eTwitter\u003c/a\u003e are amongst the most avidly used Social Media tools by today’s bride and groom outside of visiting a vendors website.  Through these two simple on-line services, a couple can not only interact with their wedding vendors in a real-time environment, but they can catch a glimpse of the personal lives of their vendors.  All of these details add up to give a client a very intimate relationship with his or her vendor that may not have been available just five years ago.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eWedding vendors without a web presence, especially during this economic slowing, suffer, due to lack of exposure.  With the internet available at just about every desk in America, brides and grooms with little personal time outside of their jobs can search for their wedding vendors and compare prices, services and personal philosophies from vendors who live across the city, across the country or even across the world! \u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eIn addition to the growing market for Wedding Vendors available to bride- and groom-to-be’s, and the transparency of many vendors’ pricing, suddenly today’s bride and groom has the ability to negotiate.  And negotiate they do!  With the virtually endless availability of the internet (personal and office computers, laptops, cell phones, Smart Phones, and now even the i-generation – iPhone, iTouch, etc.) and its wealth of information, this decade is shaping up to be an incredibly demanding one for all Wedding Vendors. \u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eSo, what does all this choice, competition and transparency of services and pricing mean to today's engaged couples?  A truly self-made wedding, on-time, on-budget and On-Demand.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eBy Meaghan Schmaltz of \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.weddingsmadesplendid.com/\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003eWeddings Made Splendid\u003c/a\u003e \u003cbr /\u003eUntil next time…\u003cbr /\u003eYou cut the cake; I’ll cut the chaos!\u003cdiv class\u003d\"blogger-post-footer\"\u003e\u003cimg width\u003d'1' height\u003d'1' src\u003d'https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1597726044269936042-8335086850405648316?l\u003dwww.bridalscoop.com' alt\u003d'' /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/feeds/8335086850405648316/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2010/01/tech-savvy-wedding.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/8335086850405648316"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/8335086850405648316"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2010/01/tech-savvy-wedding.html","title":"The Tech-Savvy Wedding"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"JLP"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$extendedProperty":{"xmlns$gd":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005","name":"OpenSocialUserId","value":"08725589957028749168"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/S2HSDXaeXXI/AAAAAAAAFBs/QZcuyrk3ks8/s72-c/1105359_internet.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1597726044269936042.post-6777626064756768929"},"published":{"$t":"2009-11-09T22:28:00.001-08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2009-11-10T11:30:51.773-08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Ceremony"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Wedding Invitations for .30 each Shipped"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003ca onblur\u003d\"try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}\" href\u003d\"http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/Svm_Kg5NznI/AAAAAAAAELI/EWuoFe-fEgg/s1600-h/23189.129.24...999.0.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style\u003d\"margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 208px; height: 162px;\" src\u003d\"http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/Svm_Kg5NznI/AAAAAAAAELI/EWuoFe-fEgg/s400/23189.129.24...999.0.jpg\" alt\u003d\"\" id\u003d\"BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5402559415357132402\" border\u003d\"0\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003eI saw this deal yesterday and I was pretty amazed at this price.  I would hurry if you want them, though because you never know when prices will go up!!\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eYou can get \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-2986081-10697997\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e50 customized wedding invitations with white envelopes for $15.16 shipped to you door\u003c/a\u003e (also great prices if you need more or less). There actually is a fairly decent selection with modern and traditional choices.  The only down side I saw is there is no RSVP return option- so if you wanted to do this deal you may have to be creative or just \"go green \" by having an email RSVP.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eThere also is a larger selection of Save the date options (\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2009/11/100-free-postcards-you-can-use-for-save.html\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003ethan I mentioned in this earlier post\u003c/a\u003e) and these have envelopes.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eBut this definitely is a great deal for the budget bride and saves any hassle of printing you our on your computer.\u003cdiv class\u003d\"blogger-post-footer\"\u003e\u003cimg width\u003d'1' height\u003d'1' src\u003d'https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1597726044269936042-6777626064756768929?l\u003dwww.bridalscoop.com' alt\u003d'' /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/feeds/6777626064756768929/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2009/11/wedding-invitations-for-30-each-shipped.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/6777626064756768929"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/6777626064756768929"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2009/11/wedding-invitations-for-30-each-shipped.html","title":"Wedding Invitations for .30 each Shipped"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"JLP"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$extendedProperty":{"xmlns$gd":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005","name":"OpenSocialUserId","value":"08725589957028749168"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/Svm_Kg5NznI/AAAAAAAAELI/EWuoFe-fEgg/s72-c/23189.129.24...999.0.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1597726044269936042.post-3431534684658683646"},"published":{"$t":"2009-11-06T04:00:00.000-08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2009-11-06T04:00:03.063-08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Beauty"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Ceremony"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Banding Together- Tips for finding the ideal engagement ring and wedding bands"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003ca onblur\u003d\"try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}\" href\u003d\"http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/Su4A8qoLDHI/AAAAAAAAEFY/YjZDZeAdFgE/s1600-h/JennaferChris639.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style\u003d\"margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 250px; height: 250px;\" src\u003d\"http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/Su4A8qoLDHI/AAAAAAAAEFY/YjZDZeAdFgE/s400/JennaferChris639.jpg\" alt\u003d\"\" id\u003d\"BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5399254045498739826\" border\u003d\"0\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eThe same advice I give couples buying an engagement ring holds true when shopping for the wedding bands: Select rings you’ll be happy wearing everyday of your life.\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eRemember, your wedding rings are not “of-the-moment” purchases, like many that constitute the bulk of your wedding budget. They remain long past the flowers and wedding cake. So why wouldn’t you invest in the finest and most enduring symbols to express your greatest commitment?\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eThink of it this way, if you had to wear one outfit all the time you’d choose wisely, buying the most durable, comfortable, beautiful fabric crafted in an enduring style that speaks to your personality. The same applies to the one symbolic, signature accessory you will wear day in and day out.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eUnarguably, a great deal of attention is paid to the bride’s engagement ring, which merely signifies the “promise” of impeding nuptials. But the wedding bands, the actual symbols of your marriage and commitment, are often relegated to last minute decisions when they should be your highest priority.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eOn average, couples spend $29,000 for their wedding, excluding the honeymoon, with more than 50% allocated to the reception, and less than 10% earmarked for both wedding bands. Some bridal budgets suggest allocating higher percentages for one-offs like invitations, music and favors than the more important rings.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eI advise couples look to at wedding bands while shopping for the engagement ring. If not then, at least begin shopping six months prior to your wedding date. Most jewelers offer layaway plans so you can pay off the rings over time. I’ve found that couples who wait to buy their wedding bands until the eleventh hour of the planning process end up relinquishing smart considerations like platinum and extras like diamonds because they’ve gone over budget by then.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eKeep the wedding bands in the forefront of your planning. Typically the bride selects a band that complements her engagement ring (another reason to shop sooner than later). About 60% of brides include diamonds in their band. For grooms, comfort fit is a critical attribute, although some 15% also want diamonds.\u003cbr /\u003eThe trend is for rings imbued with meaning and character—customized in some way from textured finishes to carved symbols and engraved inscriptions. Platinum’s durability mean that these will last longer and not wear down as easily. Men are becoming much more adventurous in the band styles they choose, as jewelry designers expand selections for gents.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eWhen deciding on your bands, remember it’s not so much about matching design as it is harmonizing. I advocate metal harmony in all the wedding rings. And of all the metals, platinum provides the durability expressing the greatest commitment.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eHypoallergenic, platinum jewelry is generally 95% pure, unlike 18k-gold that is only 75% pure. The pure white luster of platinum enhances the true brilliance of diamonds and is the ideal background for colored gems. Its density and weight make it more durable than other jewelry metals, able to hold stones securely in their settings. Platinum is resistant to heat and acids and does not wear down as quickly as other jewelry metals. (Tip For Brides: don’t wear a platinum engagement ring against a white gold wedding band, or vice versa.) Hence, metal harmony!\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eAlso, the groom need not match the design of his band to that of his bride’s, allowing him to select a style that best suits his personality. Yet choosing the same metal as the bride is the defining element that bonds the two rings. See the beauty of metal harmony?\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eAnd, while platinum may be slightly more expensive than gold, it offers the best return on investment and the best long-term value for couples. If you’re on a tighter budget you should know that many fine jewelry designers are creating platinum styles at very affordable price points these days. So, do you really need a sit down dinner? Why not try the buffet and place your money on the items that will last a lifetime!\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size:85%;\"\u003eBy Michael O’Connor, Jewelry and Style Expert\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"blogger-post-footer\"\u003e\u003cimg width\u003d'1' height\u003d'1' src\u003d'https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1597726044269936042-3431534684658683646?l\u003dwww.bridalscoop.com' alt\u003d'' /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/feeds/3431534684658683646/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2009/11/banding-together-tips-for-finding-ideal.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/3431534684658683646"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/3431534684658683646"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2009/11/banding-together-tips-for-finding-ideal.html","title":"Banding Together- Tips for finding the ideal engagement ring and wedding bands"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"JLP"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$extendedProperty":{"xmlns$gd":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005","name":"OpenSocialUserId","value":"08725589957028749168"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/Su4A8qoLDHI/AAAAAAAAEFY/YjZDZeAdFgE/s72-c/JennaferChris639.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1597726044269936042.post-6270551454024063260"},"published":{"$t":"2009-11-04T13:13:00.000-08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2009-11-04T13:29:12.781-08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"DIY"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Ceremony"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"100 Free Postcards You Can Use For Save the Dates"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003ca onblur\u003d\"try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}\" href\u003d\"http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/SvHw6dAJXQI/AAAAAAAAEIA/ZRUnphbCrQ8/s1600-h/Save+the+Date2.gif\"\u003e\u003cimg style\u003d\"margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 200px;\" src\u003d\"http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/SvHw6dAJXQI/AAAAAAAAEIA/ZRUnphbCrQ8/s320/Save+the+Date2.gif\" alt\u003d\"\" id\u003d\"BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5400362315202256130\" border\u003d\"0\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003eDid you know that \u003ca href\u003d\"http://contentactivate.com/a.php?a\u003dCD7934\u0026amp;b\u003d25782\u0026amp;d\u003d0\u0026amp;l\u003d0\u0026amp;o\u003d\u0026amp;p\u003d0\u0026amp;c\u003d4717\u0026amp;s1\u003d\u0026amp;s2\u003d\u0026amp;s3\u003d\u0026amp;s4\u003d\u0026amp;s5\u003d\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003eVista Print offers free postcards\u003c/a\u003e (there is a small shipping charge of around $6).  These cards are a great way to take care of your Save the Date card in a really affordable way.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eThere are not a lot of choices but once you get to the site and click on the postcards you can search for \"wedding\".  All the wedding choices will come up and there are maybe 10 that would work for \u003ca href\u003d\"http://contentactivate.com/a.php?a\u003dCD7934\u0026amp;b\u003d25782\u0026amp;d\u003d0\u0026amp;l\u003d0\u0026amp;o\u003d\u0026amp;p\u003d0\u0026amp;c\u003d4717\u0026amp;s1\u003d\u0026amp;s2\u003d\u0026amp;s3\u003d\u0026amp;s4\u003d\u0026amp;s5\u003d\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003eSave the Date cards\u003c/a\u003e.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eAnother option is to upload your own file- but this will cost a bit more.  I think is is around $5 to do your own upload (still not a bad deal).\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eThen you can order matching custom labels for only $1.49.\u003cdiv class\u003d\"blogger-post-footer\"\u003e\u003cimg width\u003d'1' height\u003d'1' src\u003d'https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1597726044269936042-6270551454024063260?l\u003dwww.bridalscoop.com' alt\u003d'' /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/feeds/6270551454024063260/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2009/11/100-free-postcards-you-can-use-for-save.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/6270551454024063260"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/6270551454024063260"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2009/11/100-free-postcards-you-can-use-for-save.html","title":"100 Free Postcards You Can Use For Save the Dates"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"JLP"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$extendedProperty":{"xmlns$gd":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005","name":"OpenSocialUserId","value":"08725589957028749168"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/SvHw6dAJXQI/AAAAAAAAEIA/ZRUnphbCrQ8/s72-c/Save+the+Date2.gif","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1597726044269936042.post-3260867838169983021"},"published":{"$t":"2009-11-01T13:30:00.000-08:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2009-11-09T18:59:05.894-08:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Beauty"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Ceremony"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Rules of Engagement-Tips for finding the ideal engagement ring"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003ca onblur\u003d\"try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}\" href\u003d\"http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/SvjW7VRgB8I/AAAAAAAAEKo/WjSvmAWsId8/s1600-h/AshleyMike653.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style\u003d\"margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 250px; height: 250px;\" src\u003d\"http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/SvjW7VRgB8I/AAAAAAAAEKo/WjSvmAWsId8/s400/AshleyMike653.jpg\" alt\u003d\"\" id\u003d\"BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5402304067842082754\" border\u003d\"0\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eUpholding tradition, research shows that a majority of well-mannered men proudly propose with an engagement ring in hand, on bended knee, and uttering the words “will you marry me,” even securing the parents’ blessings beforehand.\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eBut whether he knows it or not, the bride does play a key role in the selection of the engagement ring. In fact, in a recent online poll nearly three quarters of brides reported to be present when their ring was purchased or had shopped around with the groom during the process. Even among brides who claimed to be somewhat or not at all involved in the ring selection, the majority dropped hints—from clipped magazine ads to hints from friends and family.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eA broad brushstroke of the trends categorize brides with a classic sensibility are prone to the timeless six-prong solitaire style; casual, sporty brides are inclined toward modern sleek designs, often in matte finish with bezel-set diamonds; and romantic types fond of feminine things are partial to micro pave, while those with a penchant for nostalgia prefer vintage looks including engraving, fine filigree work and rose-cut diamonds.\u003cbr /\u003eFor brides with something very specific in mind, there is always custom design, a route actress Katherine Heigel chose when creating her platinum and pear-shaped diamond ring by Ryan Ryan. She incorporated part of the shank of her mother’s engagement ring to make her own—nice touch!\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eLately, brides seem to be favoring styles with multiple stones like a prong-set diamond center with diamond baguettes, channel-set diamond accents or diamond pave on the ring. Choice center cuts for brides are round and princess, but Hollywood’s elite also prefers cushion, emerald, and Asscher cuts.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eAlthough 95% of the engagement rings purchased are set with white diamonds, there are maverick brides who opt for color as either a center stone or accents, especially in gems like blue and pink sapphire, and other birthstones, as well as color diamonds. For inspiration check out the rings of singer Mariah Carey, who wears a 17-carat pink diamond in platinum by Jacob \u0026amp; Co., and Brooke Mueller, wife of actor Charlie Sheen, who sports an 11-carat yellow diamond in platinum by Lord Alon Barak.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eDesign trends also favor white metal in wedding rings. Studies reveal that a large percentage of brides prefer platinum but end up with white gold because they believe platinum is out of reach. But many of todays most popular jewelry designers are creating beautiful platinum mountings for well under $1000. While platinum may be slightly more expensive than gold, it provides the best return on investment and best value for the couple.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eHypoallergenic, platinum jewelry is generally 95% pure, unlike 18k-gold that is only 75% pure. The pure white luster of platinum enhances the true brilliance of diamonds and is the ideal background for color. Its density and weight make it more durable than other jewelry metals, able to hold stones securely in their settings. Platinum is resistant to heat and acids and does not wear down as quickly as other jewelry metals.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eYour wedding rings should be the highest priority. So, if you’re worried about your wedding budget, why not scale back by creatively cutting corners with DIY and green components, a more casual reception, or a home front honeymoon.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eRemember, you’ll be wearing your ring every day—long past the last the bite of wedding cake is devoured. Imagine if you had to wear one outfit everyday. You’d choose wisely, investing in the most durable, comfortable, beautiful fabric crafted in an enduring style that speaks to your personality. The same care should be given to selecting your engagement ring, as well as both wedding bands.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eIn fact, I advise couples to look for the bands while shopping for the engagement ring, or at least begin your search six months prior to the wedding. The most important symbols of your marriage should not be relegated as a second thought.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size:85%;\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eBy Michael O’Connor, Jewelry and Style Expert\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-style: italic;\"\u003eLearn more about how to find the ideal wedding bands in the next column by Michael O’Connor\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/span\u003e.\u003cdiv class\u003d\"blogger-post-footer\"\u003e\u003cimg width\u003d'1' height\u003d'1' src\u003d'https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1597726044269936042-3260867838169983021?l\u003dwww.bridalscoop.com' alt\u003d'' /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/feeds/3260867838169983021/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2009/11/rules-of-engagement-tips-for-finding.html#comment-form","title":"1 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/3260867838169983021"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/3260867838169983021"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2009/11/rules-of-engagement-tips-for-finding.html","title":"Rules of Engagement-Tips for finding the ideal engagement ring"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"JLP"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$extendedProperty":{"xmlns$gd":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005","name":"OpenSocialUserId","value":"08725589957028749168"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/SvjW7VRgB8I/AAAAAAAAEKo/WjSvmAWsId8/s72-c/AshleyMike653.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"1"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1597726044269936042.post-2586861421597668444"},"published":{"$t":"2009-10-28T21:42:00.000-07:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2009-10-28T21:47:57.101-07:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Ceremony"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Free Wedding Album Download form Amazon by the O'neil Brothers"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003ca href\u003d\"http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/Sukd8hQeZVI/AAAAAAAAED4/BGCIN3Vl9_s/s1600-h/51ogc5EZ83L._SL500_AA280_\"\u003e\u003cimg id\u003d\"BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5397878553937077586\" style\u003d\"FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 191px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 188px\" alt\u003d\"\" src\u003d\"http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/Sukd8hQeZVI/AAAAAAAAED4/BGCIN3Vl9_s/s320/51ogc5EZ83L._SL500_AA280_\" border\u003d\"0\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eGet free music for your wedding by downloading a \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.amazon.com/gp/redirect.html?ie\u003dUTF8\u0026amp;location\u003dhttp%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2Fgp%2Fproduct%2FB002G095LW%2F\u0026amp;tag\u003dfrufreanddea-20\u0026amp;linkCode\u003dur2\u0026amp;camp\u003d1789\u0026amp;creative\u003d9325\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003eWedding Album Download from Amazon by the O'Neil Brothers\u003c/a\u003e\u003cimg style\u003d\"BORDER-RIGHT: medium none; BORDER-TOP: medium none; MARGIN: 0px; BORDER-LEFT: medium none; BORDER-BOTTOM: medium none\" height\u003d\"1\" alt\u003d\"\" src\u003d\"http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t\u003dfrufreanddea-20\u0026amp;l\u003dur2\u0026amp;o\u003d1\" width\u003d\"1\" border\u003d\"0\" /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"blogger-post-footer\"\u003e\u003cimg width\u003d'1' height\u003d'1' src\u003d'https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1597726044269936042-2586861421597668444?l\u003dwww.bridalscoop.com' alt\u003d'' /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/feeds/2586861421597668444/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2009/10/free-wedding-album-download-form-amazon.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/2586861421597668444"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/2586861421597668444"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2009/10/free-wedding-album-download-form-amazon.html","title":"Free Wedding Album Download form Amazon by the O'neil Brothers"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"JLP"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$extendedProperty":{"xmlns$gd":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005","name":"OpenSocialUserId","value":"08725589957028749168"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/Sukd8hQeZVI/AAAAAAAAED4/BGCIN3Vl9_s/s72-c/51ogc5EZ83L._SL500_AA280_","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1597726044269936042.post-5743250622458930797"},"published":{"$t":"2009-09-09T12:50:00.000-07:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2009-09-10T09:45:05.749-07:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Beauty"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Ceremony"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"And the Bride Wore...Green? ECO COUTURE III by Adele Wechsler"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003ca onblur\u003d\"try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}\" href\u003d\"http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/SqgPHeteiOI/AAAAAAAADpg/SdxllG6AwMM/s1600-h/03.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg id\u003d\"BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5379566376071366882\" style\u003d\"FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; WIDTH: 250px; CURSOR: pointer; HEIGHT: 250px\" alt\u003d\"\" src\u003d\"http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/SqgPHeteiOI/AAAAAAAADpg/SdxllG6AwMM/s400/03.jpg\" border\u003d\"0\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003eAnd the Bride Wore...Green?\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eOK- although a few bride out there do wear color what we are talking about today are Eco-Friendly wedding gowns.\u003cspan style\u003d\"COLOR: rgb(51,153,153)\"\u003e \u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"COLOR: rgb(51,153,153)\"\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"COLOR: rgb(51,153,153)\"\u003e{Bridal Scoop}\u003c/span\u003e has discussed going green with your gown by buying a \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2009/08/should-you-consider-pre-owned-wedding.html\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003epre owned dress\u003c/a\u003e. But not every bride wanted to go this route. So we found and Eco-Friendly line of dresses from \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.adelewechsler.com/\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003eAdele Wechsler\u003c/a\u003e that are not just green but they are gorgeous.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eThis is what we learned about Adele:\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"FONT-STYLE: italic\"\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.adelewechsler.com/\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003eAdele Wechsler\u003c/a\u003e goes GREEN. As a pioneer in the bridal arena, Adele targets the bride “who cares about the world in which she lives” by being the first designer to design a Couture Collection with an Eco-consciousness. ECO COUTURE III by Adele Wechsler connects with brides in a more meaningful way.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"FONT-STYLE: italic\"\u003eHer gowns are Hand Cut and Sewn in Toronto, are certified organic hemp and silk blend fabrics, she uses vegetable dyes and recycled lace and remnant fabric as well as fair trade labor\u003c/span\u003e.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003ca onblur\u003d\"try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}\" href\u003d\"http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/SqgPN_T4NeI/AAAAAAAADpo/m8dAL1_vkhw/s1600-h/01.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg id\u003d\"BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5379566487901582818\" style\u003d\"DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: pointer; HEIGHT: 265px; TEXT-ALIGN: center\" alt\u003d\"\" src\u003d\"http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/SqgPN_T4NeI/AAAAAAAADpo/m8dAL1_vkhw/s400/01.jpg\" border\u003d\"0\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eWe were able to talk with Katie (a representative for Adele) and Adele to find out a bit more about her Eco-Friendly gowns and the wedding industry response to them.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"FONT-WEIGHT: bold; COLOR: rgb(51,153,153)\"\u003e{Bridal Scoop}\u003c/span\u003eWhat kind of response has \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.adelewechsler.com/\"\u003eAdele Wechsler\u003c/a\u003e received in her new line of Green Dresses?\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"FONT-WEIGHT: bold\"\u003e{KATIE}\u003c/span\u003e: This collection has generated a lot of positive feedback from the bridal media and beyond because \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.adelewechsler.com/\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003eAdele Wechsler\u003c/a\u003e has filled a void in the industry for a green dress that is still luxurious and beautiful. Editors can finally write about an eco-friendly gown because they find it both aesthetically and morally pleasing to present to their readers.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"FONT-WEIGHT: bold\"\u003e{ADELE}\u003c/span\u003e: Retailers have been very excited with this collection they are aware that many of there environmentally conscious brides are going \"green\" for their wedding and they are delighted to be able to offer them the first truly eco conscious bridal collection, which is not only eco it also so happens to be beautiful and current. The brides love the modern romance offered in this collection and feel great that they can make a statement on their special day that they care about the environment.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003ca onblur\u003d\"try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}\" href\u003d\"http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/SqgPZOEAsrI/AAAAAAAADpw/NwA8xXu22f8/s1600-h/02.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg id\u003d\"BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5379566680840123058\" style\u003d\"DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: pointer; HEIGHT: 266px; TEXT-ALIGN: center\" alt\u003d\"\" src\u003d\"http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/SqgPZOEAsrI/AAAAAAAADpw/NwA8xXu22f8/s400/02.jpg\" border\u003d\"0\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"FONT-WEIGHT: bold; COLOR: rgb(51,153,153)\"\u003e{Bridal Scoop}\u003c/span\u003eHas \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.adelewechsler.com/\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003eAdele Wechsler\u003c/a\u003e found other wedding vendors to partner with her in appealing to the bride who cares about the world in which she lives?'\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"FONT-WEIGHT: bold\"\u003e{KATIE}\u003c/span\u003e: In February 2009, we teamed up with the wildly popular active wear label lululemon athletica in order to promote eco-conscience options for brides. Both our companies encourage social awareness and promote environmental change and the partnering was a huge success. The events we did in cities from LA to NY and DC were very well received and one lucky bride in each city ended up winning an Adele Wechsler dream wedding gown.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"FONT-WEIGHT: bold; COLOR: rgb(51,153,153)\"\u003e{Bridal Scoop}\u003c/span\u003eWhere can these gowns be found for sale?\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"FONT-WEIGHT: bold\"\u003e{KATIE}\u003c/span\u003e:In specialty bridal salons across the US. We are currently working on expanding our distribution across Canada and the US. Please refer to \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.adelewechsler.com/\"\u003ehttp://www.adelewechsler.com/\u003c/a\u003e or call us for a store closest to you.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eWe hope you have enjoyed these beautiful gowns- I know we have.\u003cdiv class\u003d\"blogger-post-footer\"\u003e\u003cimg width\u003d'1' height\u003d'1' src\u003d'https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1597726044269936042-5743250622458930797?l\u003dwww.bridalscoop.com' alt\u003d'' /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/feeds/5743250622458930797/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2009/09/and-bride-woregreen-eco-couture-iii-by.html#comment-form","title":"1 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/5743250622458930797"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/5743250622458930797"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2009/09/and-bride-woregreen-eco-couture-iii-by.html","title":"And the Bride Wore...Green? ECO COUTURE III by Adele Wechsler"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"JLP"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$extendedProperty":{"xmlns$gd":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005","name":"OpenSocialUserId","value":"08725589957028749168"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/SqgPHeteiOI/AAAAAAAADpg/SdxllG6AwMM/s72-c/03.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"1"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1597726044269936042.post-3444437260831751246"},"published":{"$t":"2009-08-31T13:39:00.000-07:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2009-09-09T13:29:03.801-07:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Beauty"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Ceremony"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Should You Consider a Pre-Owned Wedding Dress?"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003ca onblur\u003d\"try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}\" href\u003d\"http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/Spw6iolbwdI/AAAAAAAADnA/5rfmPRnCFF0/s1600-h/NikkyJake064.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg id\u003d\"BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5376236421857919442\" style\u003d\"margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; width: 200px; cursor: pointer; height: 200px;\" alt\u003d\"\" src\u003d\"http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/Spw6iolbwdI/AAAAAAAADnA/5rfmPRnCFF0/s320/NikkyJake064.jpg\" border\u003d\"0\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 153, 153);\"\u003e{Bridal Scoop}\u003c/span\u003e recently covered the topic of \u003c/em\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2009/08/top-ten-ways-to-have-green-wedding.html\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eGreen Weddings\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003cem\u003e. One of the tips on throwing a green wedding was purchasing a pre-owned wedding dress. But we wondered about how realistic this is and what, other than being green, would the benefits of having a pre-owned wedding gown. We thought Josie from \u003c/em\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.preownedweddingdresses.com/\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePreOwnedWeddingDresses.com\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003cem\u003e would be the perfect person to answer some of our questions..\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 153, 153);\"\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 153, 153);\"\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 153, 153);\"\u003e{Bridal Scoop}\u003c/span\u003eTell us about yourself and \u003ca href\u003d\"http://preownedweddingdresses.com/\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003ePreOwnedWeddingDresses.com\u003c/a\u003e.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e{Josie}\u003c/span\u003e I started the site back in 2004 after searching unsuccessfully for a way to sell my own designer gown. I decided to great a new, and better way than existing methods (and sold my own dress 5 months later).\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eThe site has grown tremendously since then, in 2009, we are projecting over 4800 new listings and over 2.3 million visits. I thought when I started the site it would mainly be used for broken engagements and divorces...but I've found that most woman just love their gown and want it to be enjoyed by another bride.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 153, 153);\"\u003e{Bridal Scoop}\u003c/span\u003e How much can a bride save purchasing a pre-owned dress?\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e{Josie}\u003c/span\u003e A bride can save anywhere from 25- 80% off of the retail price. So this can translate into hundreds or even thousands of dollars that can be better spent on other wedding costs (or the honeymoon!)\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 153, 153);\"\u003e{Bridal Scoop}\u003c/span\u003e Is is OK to buy a dress that is been worn before?\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e{Josie}\u003c/span\u003e Definitely. In fact, I think it just makes sense. A gown that has been worn has generally been worn for about 5 hours - then cleaned soon after. In many cases, the dress looks brand new. So a bride is getting a like new gown at a greatly reduced price.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 153, 153);\"\u003e{Bridal Scoop} \u003c/span\u003eWhat are your most popular designers?\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{Josie}\u003c/strong\u003e  \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.verawangonweddings.com/\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003eVera Wang\u003c/a\u003e, \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.preownedweddingdresses.com/search/by-designer/Melissa-Sweet-49.html\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003eMelissa Sweet \u003c/a\u003eand \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.moniquelhuillier.com/\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003eMonique Lhuillier\u003c/a\u003e get searched the most often. But we have over 125 different designers on the site at prices from $100 to $10,000. So chances are, we have what a bride is looking for. And brides can search our site by size, designer, price, location, keyword and even details like neckline, silhouette or height.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 153, 153);\"\u003e{Bridal Scoop}\u003c/span\u003e What should we know about buying a dress online?\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e{Josie}\u003c/span\u003e The most important thing it to protect yourself during any online transaction. I think escrow.com offers the best protection for buying a wedding dress online. And \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.preownedweddingdresses.com/blog/2009/01/why-we-recommend-escrowcom/\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003ewe post information about it on every dress listing\u003c/a\u003e.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-weight: bold; color: rgb(51, 153, 153);\"\u003e{Bridal Scoop}\u003c/span\u003eWhat about alterations?\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e{Josie}\u003c/span\u003e A good seamstress will be able to tell you whether a particular gown can be resized to fit you. It is always better to buy a gown that is larger or the same size than what you will need. A smaller gown is difficult to alter upwards. And buying pre-owned can actually save you money in costly alterations for things like hemming and putting in a bustle.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eThanks Josie!!\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eBridal Scoop Brides, we hope this helps you if you are considering purchasing a pre-owned wedding gown.\u003cdiv class\u003d\"blogger-post-footer\"\u003e\u003cimg width\u003d'1' height\u003d'1' src\u003d'https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1597726044269936042-3444437260831751246?l\u003dwww.bridalscoop.com' alt\u003d'' /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/feeds/3444437260831751246/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2009/08/should-you-consider-pre-owned-wedding.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/3444437260831751246"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/3444437260831751246"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2009/08/should-you-consider-pre-owned-wedding.html","title":"Should You Consider a Pre-Owned Wedding Dress?"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"JLP"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$extendedProperty":{"xmlns$gd":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005","name":"OpenSocialUserId","value":"08725589957028749168"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/Spw6iolbwdI/AAAAAAAADnA/5rfmPRnCFF0/s72-c/NikkyJake064.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1597726044269936042.post-4196735438505001445"},"published":{"$t":"2009-08-22T13:30:00.000-07:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2009-08-22T13:41:42.220-07:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Beauty"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Ceremony"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Does This Wedding Band Make Me Look Fat?"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003ca onblur\u003d\"try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}\" href\u003d\"http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/SpBXaMZL5NI/AAAAAAAADig/0vW7B1KCU_g/s1600-h/true-knots-5.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style\u003d\"margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 170px;\" src\u003d\"http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/SpBXaMZL5NI/AAAAAAAADig/0vW7B1KCU_g/s200/true-knots-5.jpg\" alt\u003d\"wedding bands\" id\u003d\"BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5372890462968079570\" border\u003d\"0\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003eA frequently asked question when it comes to clothing, but how many people really think about what their wedding band is going to say about them and how it makes them look.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eThe truth is that the jewelry you choose to say “forever” says a lot about you. Several things you should think about when selecting bands are:  How wide the band is in comparison to your finger length; How ornate or plain the band is or how that works with your personal style; How will the ring wear over time.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eVarious widths of wedding bands may go in and out of style, but you need to choose a band that makes your hand and fingers look graceful. Bands are typically measured in millimeter widths, with 4 to 6 millimeters being the most popular. Longer fingers and larger hands may easily be able to support a wider band of about 8 millimeters, however, if you have shorter fingers or \u003ca onblur\u003d\"try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}\" href\u003d\"http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/SpBXUPCPIvI/AAAAAAAADiY/b9KNEQbf1xY/s1600-h/true-knots-6.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg style\u003d\"margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 176px; height: 200px;\" src\u003d\"http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/SpBXUPCPIvI/AAAAAAAADiY/b9KNEQbf1xY/s200/true-knots-6.jpg\" alt\u003d\"wedding bands\" id\u003d\"BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5372890360597914354\" border\u003d\"0\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003esmaller hands you might want to go with a 2 to 3 millimeter width. This is especially true if you want to wear your engagement ring on the same finger as the band. Styles of bands range from classic to romantic, vintage to modern. Make sure you choose a style that you love, but one that will evolve with your style over time and something that you won’t be bored of in a couple of years. You’ll be wearing this ring every day for life so you need to choose the style wisely.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eWith this in mind, you’ll also need to make the best choice of material since your band will have to stand up to daily wear for years. The most precious and durable metal for this is platinum.  Platinum’s unique characteristics ensure that your bands will stand up to daily wear with stones being held securely and patterns and engravings remaining in tact. All bands will scratch over time but with platinum you don’t loose the metal or integrity of the band and it develops a unique look. Think about the scratches and marks on your jewelry as mini-recordings of the moments that were special in your daily life.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-style: italic; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBy Michael O’Connor, Jewelry and Style Expert\u003c/span\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"blogger-post-footer\"\u003e\u003cimg width\u003d'1' height\u003d'1' src\u003d'https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1597726044269936042-4196735438505001445?l\u003dwww.bridalscoop.com' alt\u003d'' /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/feeds/4196735438505001445/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2009/08/does-this-wedding-band-make-me-look-fat.html#comment-form","title":"1 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/4196735438505001445"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/4196735438505001445"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2009/08/does-this-wedding-band-make-me-look-fat.html","title":"Does This Wedding Band Make Me Look Fat?"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"JLP"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$extendedProperty":{"xmlns$gd":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005","name":"OpenSocialUserId","value":"08725589957028749168"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/SpBXaMZL5NI/AAAAAAAADig/0vW7B1KCU_g/s72-c/true-knots-5.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"1"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1597726044269936042.post-8888282418681990964"},"published":{"$t":"2009-07-03T04:00:00.000-07:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2009-07-03T21:51:51.309-07:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Ceremony"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"The Inside Scoop on Green Jewelry-Making"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003ca href\u003d\"http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/Sk0chZZOS7I/AAAAAAAADEg/cz8rvXR_giU/s1600-h/Green-Wedding-Bands2.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg id\u003d\"BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5353966892091329458\" style\u003d\"FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 300px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 280px\" alt\u003d\"Green Weddings\" src\u003d\"http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/Sk0chZZOS7I/AAAAAAAADEg/cz8rvXR_giU/s400/Green-Wedding-Bands2.jpg\" border\u003d\"0\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhen it comes to weddings these days, green is in. \u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnd whether you are looking to propose or are already shopping for wedding bands for your special day, there are many eco-friendly options out there on the market. But ever wonder what goes into making an organic wedding band? Us too, and so we asked emerging green wedding jewelry designer Luis Fernando Quintero of Fernando Jewelry to help us, help you unravel the green jewelry-making process.\u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eAccording to Luis, creating organic jewelry is as much about the materials as it is about the process. He says, “When shopping for green wedding jewelry, you want to consider not just that the piece is made using recycled metals and fair-trade gemstones, but also whether the jewelry-making process minimized waste and whether those involved in making the jewelry and providing the materials were compensated equitably.”\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eLuis’s process, for example, is virtually waste-free. Not only does he frequently design in wax, but he also collects all precious metal scraps and shavings lost in the jewelry-making process, melts them down and then reuses the recycled metal for future designs. He even soaks up the metal residue left over from the polishing process with a small tissue and then burns down the tissue to retrieve and recycle the metal waste.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/Sk0cbx46NwI/AAAAAAAADEY/BJLw7etJTxY/s1600-h/Green-Wedding-Bands.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg id\u003d\"BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5353966795587467010\" style\u003d\"FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 300px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 280px\" alt\u003d\"Green Weddings\" src\u003d\"http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/Sk0cbx46NwI/AAAAAAAADEY/BJLw7etJTxY/s400/Green-Wedding-Bands.jpg\" border\u003d\"0\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003eParticularly for engagement rings, he tells us, some brides and grooms go a step further. “Many people own gemstones with sentimental value that they would like to reuse in a new design, and I help them do that.” Refurbishing former jewelry or gemstones is a great option for couples that are looking for something extra personal and extra green for their wedding jewelry.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eAnd if you are looking for jewelry that is green and one-of-a-kind, Luis’ suggestion, “buy handmade.” There are many talented crafters out there, like Luis, who create their designs by hand and offer them with limited availability. Many offer high quality, customizable designs. With respect to sustainability, buying handmade is one way to ensure that those involved in making the jewelry were compensated equitably for their labor.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size:85%;\"\u003eFor more information on Luis Fernando Quintero’s green designs visit \u003c/span\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.fernandojewelry.com/wedvert\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size:85%;\"\u003eFernando Jewelry\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size:85%;\"\u003e online. Karla Quintero is a co-founder of Fernando Jewelry, a NYC-based independent jewelry company specializing in custom and handcrafted sustainable jewelry.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"blogger-post-footer\"\u003e\u003cimg width\u003d'1' height\u003d'1' src\u003d'https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1597726044269936042-8888282418681990964?l\u003dwww.bridalscoop.com' alt\u003d'' /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/feeds/8888282418681990964/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2009/07/inside-scoop-on-green-jewelry-making.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/8888282418681990964"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/8888282418681990964"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2009/07/inside-scoop-on-green-jewelry-making.html","title":"The Inside Scoop on Green Jewelry-Making"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"JLP"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$extendedProperty":{"xmlns$gd":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005","name":"OpenSocialUserId","value":"08725589957028749168"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/Sk0chZZOS7I/AAAAAAAADEg/cz8rvXR_giU/s72-c/Green-Wedding-Bands2.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1597726044269936042.post-8873673701489717849"},"published":{"$t":"2009-06-26T10:02:00.000-07:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2009-06-27T11:03:04.908-07:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Ceremony"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Three Musts for Choosing Your Photographer"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003ca href\u003d\"http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/SkUAmVuVxnI/AAAAAAAADBY/8hItp4R0DNI/s1600-h/nebraska_wedding_photographer_221.jpg\"\u003e\u003c/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAll kinds of factors come into play when making decisions for your upcoming wedding, and because this isn't something you do everyday, it can certainly feel overwhelming at times. Photography is often at the top of the list of 'must-haves' but brides (and/or grooms) typically have little idea about what to look for or how to hire the right person for the job. Here are some quick and practical things to think about to be sure you're hiring the right photographer for you.\u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cimg id\u003d\"BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5351684570300453698\" style\u003d\"DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 300px; TEXT-ALIGN: center\" alt\u003d\"\" src\u003d\"http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/SkUAwyKyk0I/AAAAAAAADBg/jeZGUZFdqHk/s400/cmark.jpg\" border\u003d\"0\" /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eThis seems obvious, but photographers can attest.... it sometimes manages to be overlooked, and the results are frustrating for everyone. Photography is an art form in much just as music is an art form. If you were interested in hiring a salsa band for your wedding, chances are that you wouldn't hire a polka band-- and then ask or expect them to play salsa at your event, right? That would be crazy! Photography works the same way. If you want a traditional photographer, don't hire someone with a quirky, off-beat non-traditional style. And, if you want someone with a funky edge, don't hire someone who has spent a lifetime mastering the look of timeless classic portraiture, and then expect them to produce wild, high energy images. It makes perfect sense, doesn't it? But, you'd be surprised how many people hire a photographer with a signature style, and then expect them to somehow produce an entirely different kind of imagery on their wedding day. A photographer's style takes years to develop, comes from within, and doesn't change just because you asked them to. The bottom line? Check out the photographer's portfolio. Look at their blog. See what kind of images they are typically producing. Then, hire someone whose style you admire and appreciate, and give them the freedom to do what they do. Let them do their thing. You'll get great images, and your photographer will have the freedom to shine.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg id\u003d\"BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5351684729049918642\" style\u003d\"DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 304px; TEXT-ALIGN: center\" alt\u003d\"\" src\u003d\"http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/SkUA6BjnLLI/AAAAAAAADBo/ytBcFvF2CDk/s400/nebraska_wedding_photographer_131.jpg\" border\u003d\"0\" /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePersonality\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eYour cake vendor drops off the cake and splits. You may or may not even see your florist on your wedding day. But your photographer? They are with you ALL DAY LONG. Make sure it's someone who is going to add to your day. Do you enjoy their personality? Are they fun to be around? Do they make you feel comfortable and relaxed? How will they interact with your family and guests? I recommend hiring someone you think of as a friend who will be by your side all day. If you think of them as a friend (rather than a vendor), it's easy to know how you would feel about having them around all day. Once you know the style of photography that you're looking for, meet with different photographers whose work fits your taste, and get a good idea of who they are as a person and whether or not you want to have 'em around all day. \u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cimg id\u003d\"BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5351684895632012642\" style\u003d\"DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 267px; TEXT-ALIGN: center\" alt\u003d\"\" src\u003d\"http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/SkUBDuH4NWI/AAAAAAAADBw/z4VI6ndLITg/s400/nebraska_wedding_photographer_241.jpg\" border\u003d\"0\" /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrust\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eThis is probably the most important thing. You absolutely have to trust your photographer, whoever they may be. Do you trust them to not only do their job, but to do it well while you relax and enjoy the day? Do you trust them to be professional, handle whatever curveballs come up and keep things running regardless of what happens? Do you trust their creative choices? They may make suggestions or recommendations that sound silly to you. They may have ideas that you don't yet understand because you're not seeing what they see. You have to trust that they are following their creative bliss and doing what you hired them to do: to create imagery in their signature style. As a photographer, it really knocks the wind out of your sails to have your ideas questioned or to constantly have to explain your creative choices behind locations, or lighting, etc..... So trusting your photographer not only helps you relax, it gives them freedom to do their best work and is hands-down the absolute best way to get great photos. Hiring someone you trust to handle your photography means that you can relax and enjoy the day. Isn't that the whole idea? :)\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eWritten by Khara Plicanic of \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.kabloomstudios.com/\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003eKaBloom Studios\u003c/a\u003e \u003c/p\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cimg id\u003d\"BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5351685256240873074\" style\u003d\"DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 267px; TEXT-ALIGN: center\" alt\u003d\"\" src\u003d\"http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/SkUBYtfuvnI/AAAAAAAADB4/Yb2qJ85iXZc/s400/nebraska_wedding_photographer_261.jpg\" border\u003d\"0\" /\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"blogger-post-footer\"\u003e\u003cimg width\u003d'1' height\u003d'1' src\u003d'https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1597726044269936042-8873673701489717849?l\u003dwww.bridalscoop.com' alt\u003d'' /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/feeds/8873673701489717849/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2009/06/three-musts-for-choosing-your.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/8873673701489717849"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/8873673701489717849"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2009/06/three-musts-for-choosing-your.html","title":"Three Musts for Choosing Your Photographer"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"JLP"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$extendedProperty":{"xmlns$gd":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005","name":"OpenSocialUserId","value":"08725589957028749168"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/SkUAwyKyk0I/AAAAAAAADBg/jeZGUZFdqHk/s72-c/cmark.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1597726044269936042.post-5905351046356956050"},"published":{"$t":"2009-06-21T14:24:00.000-07:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2009-06-21T14:35:13.447-07:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Ceremony"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Deal Alert- Martha Stewart Ring Pillow and Basket Set- $2!!!"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003ca href\u003d\"http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/Sj6m81CFBII/AAAAAAAAC-Q/1Eza1lOwUAE/s1600-h/aHR0cDovL2kud2FsbWFydGltYWdlcy5jb20vaS9wLzAwLzAxLzU1Lzg2LzczLzAwMDE1NTg2NzMwMDdfMjE1WDIxNS5qcGc\u003d\u003d\u003d.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg id\u003d\"BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5349896971320886402\" style\u003d\"FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; WIDTH: 140px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 140px\" alt\u003d\"\" src\u003d\"http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/Sj6m81CFBII/AAAAAAAAC-Q/1Eza1lOwUAE/s400/aHR0cDovL2kud2FsbWFydGltYWdlcy5jb20vaS9wLzAwLzAxLzU1Lzg2LzczLzAwMDE1NTg2NzMwMDdfMjE1WDIxNS5qcGc%3D%3D%3D.jpg\" border\u003d\"0\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003eI was shopping at Big Lots today 6/21/09) and saw a great wedding accessory deal. They had an end cap of Martha Stewart products that I think were originally sold by WalMart for quite a bit more for only $2. \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe best deal that I saw was a Martha Stewart Wedding Bell Ring Pillow and Basket Set- a real steal for only $2. The sash was a tan color- but could probably go with a wedding that incorporated chocolate, tan, champagne or even gold. \u003c/div\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThere were a few other goodies, too like a square, glass (I think it was glass) photo cake topper and an eyelet guest book- again for a bargain at $2.\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eI can't guarantee these will be at all Big Lots- but they were so nice it is worth a look.\u003c/div\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eHope you can find them.\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003c/div\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"blogger-post-footer\"\u003e\u003cimg width\u003d'1' height\u003d'1' src\u003d'https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1597726044269936042-5905351046356956050?l\u003dwww.bridalscoop.com' alt\u003d'' /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/feeds/5905351046356956050/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2009/06/deal-alert-martha-stewart-ring-pillow.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/5905351046356956050"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/5905351046356956050"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2009/06/deal-alert-martha-stewart-ring-pillow.html","title":"Deal Alert- Martha Stewart Ring Pillow and Basket Set- $2!!!"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"JLP"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$extendedProperty":{"xmlns$gd":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005","name":"OpenSocialUserId","value":"08725589957028749168"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/Sj6m81CFBII/AAAAAAAAC-Q/1Eza1lOwUAE/s72-c/aHR0cDovL2kud2FsbWFydGltYWdlcy5jb20vaS9wLzAwLzAxLzU1Lzg2LzczLzAwMDE1NTg2NzMwMDdfMjE1WDIxNS5qcGc%3D%3D%3D.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1597726044269936042.post-3925399723633190416"},"published":{"$t":"2009-06-17T20:24:00.000-07:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2009-06-18T13:12:01.755-07:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Ceremony"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"The Many Roles of Wedding Invitations"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003cem\u003eInarguably, a wedding invitation is a joy to find waiting in the mailbox. Opening the envelope is like opening an elegant gift. Not only is it thrilling to be included in the celebration of such an important event in a friend’s life, but viewing the actual invitation itself, reading the formal wording, and touching the exquisite paper is titillating.\u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eOften overlooked as “something people will just throw away,” some couples choose to put little thought into their wedding invitations. But should the style and design of the invitation be an afterthought? What is the role of wedding invitations, anyway?\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTO REQUEST\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eThe most basic role of the wedding invitation is to request a person’s presence at the marriage. Additionally, the way the envelope(s) are addressed tells the recipient specifically who is invited and whether the recipient may invite a guest.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eDid you know? The appropriate way to exclude children from your event is to simply not include them when addressing the invitation. It is never appropriate to state, “Please no children,” on the invitation or enclosures.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg id\u003d\"BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5348509106837607346\" style\u003d\"DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 250px; TEXT-ALIGN: center\" alt\u003d\"Wedding Invitations at BridalScoop.com\" src\u003d\"http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/Sjm4se7_U7I/AAAAAAAAC7o/DkbRGErTAP0/s400/invite3b.jpg\" border\u003d\"0\" /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTO GUIDE\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eAnother basic role of the wedding invitation is to act as the recipient’s guide to the wedding and other wedding-related events. The invitation contains the all-important when and where information. Enclosures give additional information such as reception information, accommodation information, and directions or a map to the ceremony and reception locations.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eDid you know? It is not appropriate to include information about your wedding registries with your invitation. However, it is appropriate to include an enclosure that directs guests to your wedding website, and to include registry information on your wedding website. \u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cimg id\u003d\"BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5348509102906177746\" style\u003d\"DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 250px; TEXT-ALIGN: center\" alt\u003d\"Wedding Invitations at BridalScoop.com\" src\u003d\"http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/Sjm4sQSqeNI/AAAAAAAAC7w/G-enDtAUtXQ/s400/invite4.jpg\" border\u003d\"0\" /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTO REVEAL\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eThe wording, style, and design of your wedding invitation can play an important role in revealing clues about your event such as the formality of your wedding, the names of hosts, and appropriate attire for guests. While invitation style and design offer hints to the formality of the event, the wording you use on your invitation is more direct. Your stationer can help you determine appropriate wording for your invitation to prepare your guests for the decorum of your event, the religious traditions being observed, and to recognize the issuer(s) of the invitation. \u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg id\u003d\"BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5348509095196796034\" style\u003d\"DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 250px; TEXT-ALIGN: center\" alt\u003d\"Wedding Invitations at BridalScoop.com\" src\u003d\"http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/Sjm4rzkmpII/AAAAAAAAC7Y/xAzOkHgM41o/s400/invite1.jpg\" border\u003d\"0\" /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTO STAGE\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eA not-so-basic, but increasingly important role of the wedding invitation is to set the stage for the upcoming event. The wedding invitation has become an integral part of wedding design and décor. In the not-so-distant past, weddings were one-day affairs that were planned strictly by rules of etiquette and tradition. The individual personalities, stories, and expressions of the couple being married were rarely included in the festivities. Weddings today, however, are much more interesting. More weddings are planned as unique expressions of the couple, including details about the couple’s love story or expressing their personal style and taste. In those cases, invitations carry the new role of giving guests a glimpse into the wedding itself. The wedding invitation is the first of many design elements that present your unique story and evoke emotion in your guests, and should therefore coordinate with the color scheme, theme, and motif of your wedding.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cimg id\u003d\"BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5348509097446874274\" style\u003d\"DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 400px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 250px; TEXT-ALIGN: center\" alt\u003d\"Wedding Invitations at BridalScoop.com\" src\u003d\"http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/Sjm4r79EHKI/AAAAAAAAC7g/uDJ7494QvHU/s400/invite2.jpg\" border\u003d\"0\" /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTO ENTICE\u003cbr /\u003e\u003c/strong\u003eAs stated above, many weddings today are about telling a story and including guests to become a part of that story. Wedding invitations serve one final important role: enticing guests to come and claim their part in your story. An extraordinary invitation is like Chapter 1 in the book of your wedding; it can pique your guests’ interest and excite them about your upcoming nuptials and the planned festivities.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eDid you know? Most people keep invitations at least until the day of the wedding, to use as an information reference and a reminder of the event. After that, some will keep it much longer if they feel an emotional attachment towards it.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eWedding invitations really do have more importance than many people give them credit for. Do not make the mistake of overlooking the potential and possibilities of your wedding invitations, both in terms of a basic informational source for recipients as well as an attention-grabbing enticement, designed to leave your guests counting the days until your wedding. Take time to discuss your wedding vision with your stationer and have them create an invitation that captures your design vision and creates the beginning of your one-of-a-kind wedding story.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size:85%;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis article was written by Denise Wilson, owner of Dogwood Blossom Stationery \u0026amp; Invitation Studio, LLC. She creates custom wedding invitations for particular brides and specializes in color, embellishment, and dimension. \u003c/em\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.dogwoodblossomstationery.com/\" target\u003d\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style\u003d\"font-size:85%;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ehttp://www.dogwoodblossomstationery.com\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/a\u003e \u003c/p\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"blogger-post-footer\"\u003e\u003cimg width\u003d'1' height\u003d'1' src\u003d'https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1597726044269936042-3925399723633190416?l\u003dwww.bridalscoop.com' alt\u003d'' /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/feeds/3925399723633190416/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2009/06/many-roles-of-wedding-invitations.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/3925399723633190416"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/3925399723633190416"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2009/06/many-roles-of-wedding-invitations.html","title":"The Many Roles of Wedding Invitations"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"JLP"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$extendedProperty":{"xmlns$gd":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005","name":"OpenSocialUserId","value":"08725589957028749168"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/Sjm4se7_U7I/AAAAAAAAC7o/DkbRGErTAP0/s72-c/invite3b.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1597726044269936042.post-3778414899029746933"},"published":{"$t":"2007-09-07T23:05:00.000-07:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2009-06-18T13:12:30.543-07:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Ceremony"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Duties Of Best Men"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"By \u003ca id\u003d\"link_4\" href\u003d\"http://ezinearticles.com/?expert\u003dDennis_Estrada\"\u003eDennis Estrada\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eBest Men are the right hand, and personal adviser of the Groom. In the past, best men are strong warriors who help to secure the bride. So, the best men watched out for any rivals in the wedding. He makes sure the wedding goes as plan. Nowadays, the best men are given to the closest relative, or friend.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eBest men have important wedding roles. He does not only stand beside the Groom. Here are the common duties of the best men.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eBefore the wedding, the best men are involved in choosing the ushers, and deciding the outfits. Hopefully, the Groom will be able to collect the outfits in time for the wedding. If not, the best men help collect the outfits.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eBest men are responsible to organize a bachelor party. The bachelor party is a party that sends the Groom from single life to marriage life. Usually, the party is the last taste of single life. So, the best men organize a party with single women. However, the party can be as simple as a nice fine meal. It all depends on the kind of party that the Groom likes.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eOn the wedding day, the best men make sure that the Groom looks good and comes on time for the big day. So, the best men get all the outfits ready for the wedding. The best men also decorate the car or limousine to the wedding. So, the Groom arrives in style and on time for the wedding.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eSometimes, it is the job of the best men to drive the Groom to the wedding.Best men also supervise the Groomsmen and wedding rings. Groomsmen assist the best men. The wedding rings must be in good condition for wedding. And, he hands in the wedding rings at the part of the wedding ceremony when the wedding rings are needed.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eBest men serve as a wedding witness for the marriage license. He signs the marriage license as the witness.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eThe best men give the first wedding toast on wedding reception. For most of the best men, it is probably the hardest and scariest wedding duty. It is probably the most important duty as well. The wedding toast can be a funny story, or congratulatory speech.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eDennis Estrada owns \u003ca id\u003d\"link_7\" href\u003d\"http://lovelywed.com/\" target\u003d\"_new\"\u003elovely wed\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca id\u003d\"link_8\" href\u003d\"http://lovelywed.com/blog/wedding-advice-articles.php\" target\u003d\"_new\"\u003ewedding advice articles\u003c/a\u003e website that provides fashion, trends, and resouces about wedding.\u003cbr /\u003eArticle Source: \u003ca id\u003d\"link_9\" href\u003d\"http://ezinearticles.com/?expert\u003dDennis_Estrada\"\u003ehttp://EzineArticles.com/?expert\u003dDennis_Estrada\u003c/a\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"blogger-post-footer\"\u003e\u003cimg width\u003d'1' height\u003d'1' src\u003d'https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1597726044269936042-3778414899029746933?l\u003dwww.bridalscoop.com' alt\u003d'' /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/feeds/3778414899029746933/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2007/09/duties-of-best-men.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/3778414899029746933"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/3778414899029746933"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2007/09/duties-of-best-men.html","title":"Duties Of Best Men"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"JLP"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$extendedProperty":{"xmlns$gd":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005","name":"OpenSocialUserId","value":"08725589957028749168"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1597726044269936042.post-5474098708880702132"},"published":{"$t":"2007-09-07T22:55:00.001-07:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2009-05-31T20:23:10.801-07:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Ceremony"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"The Coin Bearer Explained"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"By \u003ca id\u003d\"link_4\" href\u003d\"http://ezinearticles.com/?expert\u003dDennis_Estrada\"\u003eDennis Estrada\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eThe coin bearer is a young boy who marches on the wedding aisle to bring the wedding coins. The wedding coins are more commonly known as wedding arrhae, but the Filipinos like to call the wedding coins as wedding arras.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eThe wedding coins sits on a wedding pillow. The wedding pillow comes in many styles such as traditional square, and shapely heart. The wedding coins can be placed inside an organza. Like the wedding pillow, the organza comes in many styles such as silver sheer, gold sheer, heart shape, and satin.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eThis wedding ceremony is brought by the Spanish Colonizers. At first, only the Roman Catholic uses this wedding ceremony. Now, the Christian wedding ceremony has adapted the wedding coin ceremony.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eThe artwork on the wedding coins can be simple or intricate. You will see many images such as doves, sun, hands, and mountains. Many people collect the wedding coins and pass down to generations.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eSilver and gold makes up the wedding coins. Silver and gold unites harmoniously. That is why some call the wedding coins as unity coins. The groom and bride unite harmoniously.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eThe wedding coins consist of thirteen wedding coins. Thirteen represents Jesus and his apostles.\u003cbr /\u003eThe wedding coins also symbolize prosperity. The groom hands the wedding coins to the bride. In the old days, the groom or husband is the bread winner of the family. And, the wife stays at home to take care of the house or off springs. Now, the husband and wife share the support, and responsibility.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eAt the wedding, the priest blesses the wedding coins for prosperity, and unity. After the blessings, the priest hands the wedding coins to the groom. Then, the groom hands the wedding coins to the open hands of the bride.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eDennis Estrada owns \u003ca id\u003d\"link_7\" href\u003d\"http://lovelywed.com/blog/2006/11/maid-of-honor-duties.html\" target\u003d\"_new\"\u003eMaid Of Honor Duties\u003c/a\u003e, \u003ca id\u003d\"link_8\" href\u003d\"http://lovelywed.com/blog/2006/12/coin-bearer-explained.html\" target\u003d\"_new\"\u003ecoin bearer\u003c/a\u003e, and \u003ca id\u003d\"link_9\" href\u003d\"http://lovelywed.com/blog/wedding-advice-articles.php\" target\u003d\"_new\"\u003ewedding advice articles\u003c/a\u003e website that provides fashion, trends, and resources about wedding.\u003cbr /\u003eArticle Source: \u003ca id\u003d\"link_10\" href\u003d\"http://ezinearticles.com/?expert\u003dDennis_Estrada\"\u003ehttp://EzineArticles.com/?expert\u003dDennis_Estrada\u003c/a\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"blogger-post-footer\"\u003e\u003cimg width\u003d'1' height\u003d'1' src\u003d'https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1597726044269936042-5474098708880702132?l\u003dwww.bridalscoop.com' alt\u003d'' /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/feeds/5474098708880702132/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2007/09/coin-bearer-explained.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/5474098708880702132"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/5474098708880702132"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2007/09/coin-bearer-explained.html","title":"The Coin Bearer Explained"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"JLP"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$extendedProperty":{"xmlns$gd":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005","name":"OpenSocialUserId","value":"08725589957028749168"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1597726044269936042.post-5002664132310525235"},"published":{"$t":"2007-07-19T08:50:00.000-07:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2009-05-31T20:18:37.638-07:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Ceremony"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"How to Write Your Own Wedding Vow?"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"By \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.articleattack.com/authors/4525/Jerry-Leung\"\u003eJerry Leung\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eWedding vow is the belief of you about your wedding and love to your partner. It would be nice if you would write it yourself. Your guests would be impressed. They might have attended a lot of wedding ceremony before and heard the wedding vow many times already. It would make them hard to engage into the ceremony if the vow is just a script which has been used for thousand times before.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eThe following are some tips if you are planning to write your own wedding vows:\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e1. Consult before you write Make sure you can use your own wedding vows before your write. There is no point to spend so much time and effort to write your wedding vow and finally you find that you cannot use it on your wedding day! Therefore you should ask your minister or registrar as detailed as you can. Check if there is anything you need to pay attention to before you really start to write your vow.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e2. Be true to yourself The most touching vow is a vow written from your heart. It is meaningless to make up fake stories. And the truth is that the wedding is for you and your partner but not for pleasing anyone who attends your wedding. Therefore, it is important to share your true feeling in the vow and people would be impressed by your honesty and sincere.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e3. Back to the past You might recall some old memories in the past, someone helped in your love affair, for example. It would help to tight your guests to your wedding. However, you should remember to keep it brief. Otherwise your guests would fall asleep and your wedding would run too long.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e4. Do not be too personal Your wedding vow is certainly personal. However, it should not be too personal otherwise your guests would feel like an outsider and feel very isolated.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e5. Agreements with your partner You can discuss with your partner about the contents of your wedding vows. If you two decide to write the wedding vows separately, make sure the length of them is about the same or else the shorter vow may gives the guests an impression that it is just a left over part.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e6. Be humorous The wedding vow need not to be too formal. You can always write your wedding vows with a sense of humor. An humorous wedding vow is by no means better than a boring vow. What is important is that you should show your commitment on your wedding and love for your partner.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e7. Be brief Pace is very important. Do not make the wedding vow too long. It is important to keep it brief and more accurate so that your guests can engage into your wedding easily.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e8. Practice, Practice and Practice Practice your wedding vows before your big day! Practice makes perfect. You would find it more enjoyable when you feel confident to read your vows.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e9. Safety measures There is no harm to make safety measures. You can put your wedding vow on a paper in note form. So that even if you forget some lines, you can still refer to the note. Revise and practice make prefect. Start to write your wedding vows as early as possible so that you will have enough time to rewrite and discuss it with your partner. It would be worth spending some time with the compliment from your guests. It would be one of the things that makes your wedding day more unique and special.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eAbout the Author: Jerry LeungJerry Leung is a wedding invitation designer with great interest in Chinese Style Wedding cards. His works are in \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.983wedding.com/\"\u003e983 Wedding Invitation\u003c/a\u003e. He runs \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.weddingabc.net/\"\u003eA Wedding Blog\u003c/a\u003e and shares \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.imarry.org/\"\u003eWedding Tips\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.articleattack.com/authors/4525/Jerry-Leung\"\u003eView all articles by Jerry Leung\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eSource: \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.articleattack.com/\"\u003ehttp://www.articleattack.com/\u003c/a\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"blogger-post-footer\"\u003e\u003cimg width\u003d'1' height\u003d'1' src\u003d'https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1597726044269936042-5002664132310525235?l\u003dwww.bridalscoop.com' alt\u003d'' /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/feeds/5002664132310525235/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2007/07/how-to-write-your-own-wedding-vow.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/5002664132310525235"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/5002664132310525235"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2007/07/how-to-write-your-own-wedding-vow.html","title":"How to Write Your Own Wedding Vow?"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"JLP"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$extendedProperty":{"xmlns$gd":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005","name":"OpenSocialUserId","value":"08725589957028749168"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1597726044269936042.post-8925056762300962339"},"published":{"$t":"2007-07-07T14:06:00.000-07:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2009-05-31T20:27:14.932-07:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Ceremony"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Reception"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Coming Up With The Best Wedding Planning Ideas"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003ca href\u003d\"http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/RpJ_NHvc8jI/AAAAAAAAAa8/oWq681qLmuw/s1600-h/reneeed148.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg id\u003d\"BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5085266792647815730\" style\u003d\"FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand\" alt\u003d\"\" src\u003d\"http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/RpJ_NHvc8jI/AAAAAAAAAa8/oWq681qLmuw/s400/reneeed148.jpg\" border\u003d\"0\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003eBy: Denise Sanger\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eComing up with the best wedding planning ideas can be a tedious task. Where do you even start? Here are three major sources to come up with some of the best wedding planning ideas to help you with your wedding.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eThemed weddings are a great source to generate some of the very best wedding planning ideas. There are so many themed weddings to choose from, that you are very likely to find a theme that will fit the image of how you want your wedding to be. The reason why themed weddings contain some the best wedding planning ideas, is because they have many options for not only wedding decorations but also for the party favors. Themed weddings can provide easy selections to go along with your wedding to make planning much easier.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eSome of the very best wedding planning ideas com from personalized weddings. You can create a custom tailored wedding dress that would be one of a kind for your wedding day. There are many wedding dress styles to choose from. You can choose flowers and decorations that match the wedding parties favorite color or correspond with the wedding season. Wedding cakes could be multi flavored for your guests enjoyment. Some of the very best wedding planning ideas come from adding culture to your wedding. If the bride and groom come form different ethnic backgrounds you could have each family bring food from both ethnic cultures instead of hiring a caterer. A great way for the bride and groom to personalize their wedding is to do such things as take dance lessons to perform a specific dance at their wedding or maybe perform a certain song that has meaning to the couple.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eThe wedding party can come up with some of the best wedding planning ideas by looking at past weddings done by others. You can generate some of the best wedding planning ideas from adding onto the ideas of others. Building on the ideas of past ideas used can keep the same concepts but end up with different results. These results can end up being some of the most creative and best wedding planning solutions.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eThe best wedding planning ideas usually come up with personalized touches which is what makes those ideas so great. The best wedding planning ideas are those that are unique and separate themselves from the basic wedding styles that we see today.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eDenise is the owner of \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.buyweddingfavorsonline.com/\"\u003ehttp://www.buyweddingfavorsonline.com/\u003c/a\u003e , your source for inexpensive wedding favors and wedding decorations.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eArticle Source: http://www.ArticleBiz.com\u003cdiv class\u003d\"blogger-post-footer\"\u003e\u003cimg width\u003d'1' height\u003d'1' src\u003d'https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1597726044269936042-8925056762300962339?l\u003dwww.bridalscoop.com' alt\u003d'' /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/feeds/8925056762300962339/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2007/07/coming-up-with-best-wedding-planning.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/8925056762300962339"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/8925056762300962339"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2007/07/coming-up-with-best-wedding-planning.html","title":"Coming Up With The Best Wedding Planning Ideas"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"JLP"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$extendedProperty":{"xmlns$gd":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005","name":"OpenSocialUserId","value":"08725589957028749168"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/RpJ_NHvc8jI/AAAAAAAAAa8/oWq681qLmuw/s72-c/reneeed148.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1597726044269936042.post-295895224909928576"},"published":{"$t":"2007-07-06T08:47:00.000-07:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2009-05-31T20:19:19.923-07:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Ceremony"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Let your Wedding ceremony reflect who you are."},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003ca href\u003d\"http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/RpJ_13vc8kI/AAAAAAAAAbE/YrHhLdx8Yio/s1600-h/reneeed248.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg id\u003d\"BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5085267492727484994\" style\u003d\"FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand\" alt\u003d\"\" src\u003d\"http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/RpJ_13vc8kI/AAAAAAAAAbE/YrHhLdx8Yio/s400/reneeed248.jpg\" border\u003d\"0\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003eBy: Linda A\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eNo two wedding ceremonies are the same and one of the best ways to add an individual touch, without going overboard, is to create your own vows. Do let your wedding ceremony reflect who you are as individuals and who you are as a couple. Outdoor ceremonies open the door to many themes that can greatly reduce the cost of your wedding and reception. No longer limited to weddings for the wealthy or well-to-do, unique wedding favors can now be ordered from a number of sources, including online companies, for a fraction of what they once cost.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eSo when you're planning your wedding, one of the decisions you'll undoubtedly need to make is in the selection of wedding favors for your guests - and what better wedding favors than heirloom wedding favors. Instead of favors, it could be a great idea to use wedding flowers such as a single rose as gift for every woman. Traditional wedding decorations, such as flowers, are generally very expensive so take a different approach by creating your own decorations. Everyone claims that they have the newest wedding favors and hot items but is it true. What do you think the newest wedding favors are.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eThe best advice to take when choosing your wedding dress is to go to a shop with an open mind. Brides are always looking for the biggest or the most expensive dress or the gown with the most crystals on it. Wedding dress trends can look dated very quickly and if you want to look back at your pictures without being horrified go for something more subtle.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eThere are thousands of ready-made wedding invitations to choose from; simply select a design, send the details, and the printer can have it ready within weeks. This can include invitations, thank you notes, all the envelopes, RSVP cards, formal writing paper, even napkins and coordinated note cards and name tags. Making one's own invitations is also a very good idea; using postcards instead of using the usual reply cards with envelopes could also save money.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eIt is your wedding and should emulate your personality and be the theme for the ceremony and reception.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eLinda A owns and operates \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.weddinginfos.info/\"\u003ehttp://www.weddinginfos.info/\u003c/a\u003e Wedding\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eArticle Source: http://www.ArticleBiz.com\u003cdiv class\u003d\"blogger-post-footer\"\u003e\u003cimg width\u003d'1' height\u003d'1' src\u003d'https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1597726044269936042-295895224909928576?l\u003dwww.bridalscoop.com' alt\u003d'' /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/feeds/295895224909928576/comments/default","title":"Post 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are."}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"JLP"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$extendedProperty":{"xmlns$gd":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005","name":"OpenSocialUserId","value":"08725589957028749168"}}],"media$thumbnail":{"xmlns$media":"http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/","url":"http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/RpJ_13vc8kI/AAAAAAAAAbE/YrHhLdx8Yio/s72-c/reneeed248.jpg","height":"72","width":"72"},"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1597726044269936042.post-3144321443302313694"},"published":{"$t":"2007-07-05T15:50:00.001-07:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2009-05-31T20:25:16.098-07:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Ceremony"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Reception"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Looking for unique music for your wedding?"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"If you would like a unique song or two for your first dance or ceremony I highly recommend listing to Adrina Thorpe's Disk \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.adrinathorpe.com/\"\u003e\"Elusive\"\u003c/a\u003e.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eTwo of her songs \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.adrinathorpe.com/content/adrina/adrina-songs/fly.mp3\"\u003e\"Fly, Fly, Fly\"\u003c/a\u003e and \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.adrinathorpe.com/content/adrina/adrina-songs/did-you-think.mp3\"\u003e\"Did You Think\"\u003c/a\u003e would make beatiful additions to your wedding.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eYour can also listen to her most recent songs \u003ca href\u003d\"http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction\u003duser.viewprofile\u0026amp;friendID\u003d5002351\u0026amp;Mytoken\u003d20050804235136\"\u003ehere\u003c/a\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"blogger-post-footer\"\u003e\u003cimg width\u003d'1' height\u003d'1' src\u003d'https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1597726044269936042-3144321443302313694?l\u003dwww.bridalscoop.com' alt\u003d'' /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/feeds/3144321443302313694/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2007/07/looking-for-unique-music-for-your_05.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/3144321443302313694"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/3144321443302313694"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2007/07/looking-for-unique-music-for-your_05.html","title":"Looking for unique music for your wedding?"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"JLP"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$extendedProperty":{"xmlns$gd":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005","name":"OpenSocialUserId","value":"08725589957028749168"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1597726044269936042.post-2342935236612035963"},"published":{"$t":"2007-07-04T09:21:00.000-07:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2009-06-03T18:22:37.383-07:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Ceremony"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Reception"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Why a Wedding Planner Is A Good Idea"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"\u003ca href\u003d\"http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/RpKBv3vc8mI/AAAAAAAAAbU/EtPqGuw4BrE/s1600-h/04.jpg\"\u003e\u003cimg id\u003d\"BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5085269588671525474\" style\u003d\"FLOAT: left; MARGIN: 0px 10px 10px 0px; CURSOR: hand\" alt\u003d\"\" src\u003d\"http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_utb8L4RbY0k/RpKBv3vc8mI/AAAAAAAAAbU/EtPqGuw4BrE/s400/04.jpg\" border\u003d\"0\" /\u003e\u003c/a\u003eBy Mayoor Patel\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eWhy a Wedding Planner Is A Good IdeaWhile some people hesitate to hire a wedding planner, there are some very good reasons why you should give this idea some serious thought. Here are some points to consider as you think about the feasibility of hiring someone to plan your wedding.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eWhether you are going with traditional or modern, there is a world of details to be taken care of, unless you plan on something very small and intimate, such as a home wedding. As the guest list grows, so does the number of details that have to be addressed and the decisions that have to be made. Someone who is skilled at planning a wedding can take on many of those details without having to involve the bride or groom, leaving both of them a little more time to enjoy being engaged.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eHaving someone to do the legwork of finding and evaluating different vendors can take a load off the bride and groom. When it comes to finding patterns for the bridesmaid's dresses and locating the best tuxedo shops for the groom party, a good wedding planner knows where to look. He or she will also have a handy list of reliable vendors for such essentials as evaluating bakeries for the cakes, renting chairs for the wedding and the reception, lining up a band, and renting the facilities for the ceremony. Having a planner that knows his or her stuff can weed out options that are not all that good and focus in on the outlets that will make your wedding plans progress smoothly. That makes a big difference. Instead of having to spend weeks sorting through this sort of thing, the bridge and groom can sit down with the wedding planner for an afternoon and take a look at the recommendations.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eAlong with seeing to details and making sure the choices of vendors are only the best, a person who plans weddings will also be able to keep everything on track the day of the wedding. The bride and groom can focus on getting ready for the ceremony and not have to worry about the flowers being late or having the guestbook in the right place. With the precision of a drill sergeant, the planner will keep things moving right along.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eA wedding planner will make life so much easier for you, beginning months before the event and even up to making sure everything is perfect as you exchange vows. If you are getting married soon, contact some planners today and let them show you just what they can do.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eAbout the Author: Mayoor PatelMayoor Patel is the writer for the website \u003ca href\u003d\"http://weddings.wares-are.us/\"\u003ehttp://weddings.wares-are.us/\u003c/a\u003e. Please visit for information on all things concerned with Wedding Planner View all articles by Mayoor Patel\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eSource: www.articleattack.com\u003cdiv class\u003d\"blogger-post-footer\"\u003e\u003cimg width\u003d'1' height\u003d'1' src\u003d'https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1597726044269936042-2342935236612035963?l\u003dwww.bridalscoop.com' alt\u003d'' /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/feeds/2342935236612035963/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2007/07/why-wedding-planner-is-good-idea.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/2342935236612035963"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/2342935236612035963"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2007/07/why-wedding-planner-is-good-idea.html","title":"Why a Wedding Planner Is A Good Idea"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"JLP"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$extendedProperty":{"xmlns$gd":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005","name":"OpenSocialUserId","value":"08725589957028749168"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}},{"id":{"$t":"tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1597726044269936042.post-238382160003800017"},"published":{"$t":"2007-07-01T15:40:00.000-07:00"},"updated":{"$t":"2009-05-31T20:25:58.686-07:00"},"category":[{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Ceremony"},{"scheme":"http://www.blogger.com/atom/ns#","term":"Reception"}],"title":{"type":"text","$t":"Perfect Wedding decorations"},"content":{"type":"html","$t":"By Yehiel Carter\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eYou have bean waiting for your special wedding day your whole life. In your mind you have everything planned out, the dress, the flowers, the décor and the vow. And finally, when the wedding day is close on your heels you planning everything to go right, everything to look stunning and the wedding to breeze by like a dream. To ensure that your wedding day is all that and more you will have to put in a lot of time and effort in the months preceding it.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eA lot of planning has to be made, a number of actions have to be taken. Deciding what your wedding décor is going to look like is just one of them. never less, despite being just one of the very many nitty-gritty's of the wedding your big day decorations is an important subject so spend good time planning exactly how it's going to be. How you will decorate your wedding (that is the ceremony area and the reception hall) will depend on a many factorsTo ensure that your wedding day is all that and more you will have to put in a lot of time and effort in the months preceding it.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eA number of plans have to be made, a number of decisions have to be taken. Deciding what your wedding décor will be is just one of them.However, despite being just one of the very many nitty-gritty's of the wedding your wedding decorations is an important subject so spend good time deciding exactly how it's going to be. How you will decorate your wedding (that is the ceremony area and the reception hall) will depend on a lot of factorsa.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ea. Theme-\u003c/strong\u003e The theme you will choose for wedding – Whether you choose to have a special theme wedding or not there will have to be a theme according to which you will be deciding your wedding décor. The wedding should reflect the taste of you and your spouse to be and at the same time echo the general mood of your gests. Decide if you want a fun party wedding or a traditional ceremony first and then go ahead and choose your colors and decorations.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eb. The time of your wedding\u003c/strong\u003e – The time of the year that you choose to get married will always have a role to play in how you will decorate your wedding. Say for instance, an outdoor wedding during winter months in say Chicago would be an impossible idea. Thus planning a garden arrangement would be foolish.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ec. Site Wedding VS Idea Wedding\u003c/strong\u003e – Simply put, a site wedding is one where the wedding décor is primarily dependant on the location of the wedding itself. So if you have managed to arrange your ceremony in a medieval castle or a yacht you can decorate it keeping in mind the locale and the ambiance of the wedding site. On a second thought if your wedding is to be in an otherwise non-descript area (like say your backyard) you can concentrate on a certain specific theme (or idea) to create a special atmosphere. This will be what is called an idea wedding. A Hawaiian beach party theme, a wild west theme or a Classical theme can turn any boring backyard into a partying hotspot.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ed. Budget\u003c/strong\u003e – Finally, your budget will decide exactly how you may or may not decorate your wedding. No point planning bouquets of imported flowers and swans and ice sculptures if you are on a low budget that doesn't permit you anything more than a priest! Despite the way you choose to decorate your wedding, do make sure that the ceremony location and the reception hall reflect what is after all intrinsic to the event ----- the lover's union.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eRomance, if not anything else should be one of the basic requisites during a weddings, however they are done up. And if you get no accessories to push up the romance quotient don't worry wear that special look in your eyes that says you are happy, that ought to do well enough.\u003cbr /\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eYehiel Carter can help you with anything related to planning your wedding, He is an expert on wedding planning and etiquette. For more information and advice go to: \u003ca title\u003d\"http://www.bestweddinginstructor.com/bestweddingever\" href\u003d\"http://www.bestweddinginstructor.com/bestweddingever\"\u003ehttp://www.bestweddinginstructor.com/bestweddingever\u003c/a\u003e\u003cbr /\u003eArticle Source: \u003ca href\u003d\"http://www.articlebiz.com/\"\u003ehttp://www.articlebiz.com/\u003c/a\u003e\u003cdiv class\u003d\"blogger-post-footer\"\u003e\u003cimg width\u003d'1' height\u003d'1' src\u003d'https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/1597726044269936042-238382160003800017?l\u003dwww.bridalscoop.com' alt\u003d'' /\u003e\u003c/div\u003e"},"link":[{"rel":"replies","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/feeds/238382160003800017/comments/default","title":"Post Comments"},{"rel":"replies","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2007/07/perfect-wedding-decorations.html#comment-form","title":"0 Comments"},{"rel":"edit","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/238382160003800017"},{"rel":"self","type":"application/atom+xml","href":"http://www.blogger.com/feeds/1597726044269936042/posts/default/238382160003800017"},{"rel":"alternate","type":"text/html","href":"http://www.bridalscoop.com/2007/07/perfect-wedding-decorations.html","title":"Perfect Wedding decorations"}],"author":[{"name":{"$t":"JLP"},"email":{"$t":"noreply@blogger.com"},"gd$extendedProperty":{"xmlns$gd":"http://schemas.google.com/g/2005","name":"OpenSocialUserId","value":"08725589957028749168"}}],"thr$total":{"$t":"0"}}]}});