2008 IDEAS AND ARTICLES
MAY 08, 2008
Let The Entertainment Begin >
Like Kings and Queens of old, who sat upon their thrones and were presented with entertainment, many brides and grooms are choosing to hire cultural entertainers as both a visual pleasure and as a homage to their heritage. APR 10, 2008
The Magical World of Fairy Lights >
One way many couples have added a soft romantic feeling to their evening reception or ceremony is by using fairy lights. Not your run of the mill Christmas decoration, fairy lights are a safer alternative to candlelight and come in a wide range of sizes and configurations that can turn an ordinary wedding venue into a fairyland of delight. APR 09, 2008
Charge! >
For a truly luxurious and opulent look, look no further than the decorative charger plate. Also known as a chop or underplate, the charger is an over-sized plate that is placed underneath the dinner or serving plate and is never meant to touch the actual food. APR 07, 2008
Tripping the Night Fantastic >
For some the first dance together as husband and wife is a moment that is looked forward to with romantic sentimentality. For others it is a moment that is looked forward to with fear and dread. If you have two left feet, discover how you too can learn to “trip the night fantastic” in Fred Astair style. MAR 30, 2008
Cake Buffet vs a Traditional Wedding Cake >
The gloves are off. In this corner, with hundreds of different varieties to choose from, is the cake buffet. In the other, respecting an ageless tradition that symbolizes a unifying support of the bridal couple comes the more traditional stacked version. Which type of wedding cake presentation should you choose? MAR 27, 2008
To Infinity and Beyond >
For some couples, choosing a unique and memorable wedding date is of the utmost importance. Last year, couples all over the world, chose July 7, 2007 with some wedding service providers claiming that because of the date’s 07/07/07 status, they had seven times the amount of wedding business that day. MAR 17, 2008
Completely Camo >
Whether you are in the service, a hunting or fishing enthusiast, or one who just loves the great outdoors, why not have a little fun with your day and accessorize with the mossy oak style of camouflage. While admittedly it's not your average run of the mill accessory idea, choosing a camouflage theme is a fun and unique way to celebrate your love of the outdoors and for each other. MAR 16, 2008
Father/Daughter Dance Extravaganzas >
Traditionally, the Father/Daughter dance is usually a waltz, with emotional lyrics that bring tears to the eyes of everyone concerned. Today's fathers have played larger roles in their daughter's lives than ever before, roles that most traditional songs cannot convey. MAR 13, 2008
Wedding Ring Workshops >
Typically a five to six hour class, most workshop proprietors will even photograph the process from start to finish as an added touch for your scrapbooks. Workshop participants will cover the entire process from A to Z including melting the metal, casting the ingots, milling the ingots into shape, forming the ring, sizing the ring and soldering it all together. Once completed, together you and your intended can buff and polish your new rings to perfection MAR 06, 2008
Far Out Photograph Locations >
Today, photographers try to capture the spirit of the bride and groom by placing them in settings where their personalities can shine through. To aid in this quest, bridal couples and photographers are constantly on the look out for new and interesting photograph ideas. Here are just a few ideas to get those creative juices flowing. MAR 05, 2008
Take Me Out To The Ball Game >
If choosing a sports-themed wedding, make sure you have fun with it in the form of themed wedding attire. Whether it is baseball hats complete with a veil or personalized team jerseys with bride and groom emblazoned on the back, having fun is what it's all about. With so many unique ideas to choose from, having a sport-themed wedding is an original way to let your passions shine on your wedding day. MAR 03, 2008
A Red Wish >
Some brides choose to have guests fill the branches of a potted tree, hanging the envelopes from the branches or boughs, creating a wedding wish tree. As well as a stunning decorative feature, it also acts as a guest book that veers from the traditional. MAR 02, 2008
Belly up to the Jelly Bean Buffet >
If you're looking for a sweet alternative to the traditional wedding favor look no further than a sweet sugar candy buffet. A relatively simple idea that takes the work of favor creation out of the hands of bride and groom and puts it in the hands of their guests. Candy buffets allow each guest to take home the candy flavored favor that best suits them. FEB 28, 2008
Beware the Perfect Location >
While choosing a remote location may have it's drawbacks in terms of amenities, on the upside is the chance for you and your fiance to truly make your wedding very personal and customized. Although a lot of work, the work itself can draw you closer to family and friends who volunteer to help as well as to each other. FEB 27, 2008
Entertaining Younger Guests >
One suggestion to help overcome the boredom children experience at weddings is to provide them with a wedding activity pack. Available in pre-formed packages or ones you create yourself, these child-like wedding favors are the perfect thing to amuse youngsters while the more adult activities such as speeches and toasts occur. FEB 21, 2008
Diamonds are a Cake's Best Friend >
Crystallized hearts, flowers, snowflakes, starbursts and jeweled crowns all make for elegant yet simple toppers than can even match the jewelry or tiara worn by the bride. FEB 20, 2008
Priceless Candid Moments >
The advent of digital cameras has meant that some bridal couples, in an attempt to cut costs, have removed the service of a professional photographer from their weddings. While it is true that a photograph-savvy family friend can take those posed portraits well enough with a decent camera, it is the talent of a photographer in capturing candid moments whose worth cannot be given a price tag. FEB 17, 2008
Cut the Expense, Not the Party >
When planning your cocktail wedding party, make sure to include music as a backdrop to guests' conversations and as a possible lead in for some dancing. A jazz ensemble, string quartet, or even a piano bar styled accompaniment to your party makes sure that guests continue to mingle without any awkward silences. FEB 13, 2008
Romantic Red for the Valentine Bride >
With so many colors in the wedding palette spotlight, the color red often falls off the charts as the color of choice until Valentine's Day approaches. Then, the color is placed front and center as Valentine's Day brides create fantastic weddings built around this traditional theme. What better way to say "I do" than with the color that speaks of romance? FEB 11, 2008
Decidedly Different Designs for Wedding Cakes >
So maybe the traditional, 3-tiered, white icing fruitcake isn't exactly what you have in mind when you dream of your perfect wedding cake. With so many fun and funky designs out there, and an attitude of "anything goes" when it comes to weddings, now is the perfect time to be looking for that decidedly different wedding cake. FEB 10, 2008
Digital Works of Art >
When searching for a videographer, look for one whose signature style matches your own. View samples and ask for references. When sitting down to discuss the final product, ask how many videographers will be supplied. One will work, but two or more are always better FEB 07, 2008
Fantastic Little Flower Girls >
Instead of a basket full of flowers, give the child a cozy soft teddy bear adorned with a matching ribbon or other accessory. This strategy gives your young attendant something to cling to and something to distract her from the many eyes that are upon her as she makes her way down the aisle. FEB 06, 2008
Champagne: True and Fine >
Traditionally all champagne comes from the Champagne Region of France. If it does not say France somewhere on the label, it falls into the category of sparkling wine and is not considered true champagne. FEB 05, 2008
Ice Sculpture Wedding Decorations >
Setting an elegant tone for your wedding is something that can be easily achieved when guests are treated to the spectacular sight of ice sculptures as they walk in the door of your reception venue. FEB 04, 2008
Registries: The Practical Choice for Today's Couples >
With many couples choosing to live together before their wedding day, the completion of a bridal registry was one wedding component that had begun to fall by the wayside, until a recent resurgence breathed new life into this ritual. JAN 31, 2008
Warm and Rich Latte Colored Weddings >
A new color on the wedding scene follows the specialty coffee trend by introducing the warm rich color combination of espresso and milk. Perfect for a wedding at any time of year, latte is a color that can easily be played up to go with any season. Highlight darker tones for fall and winter weddings, or brighten up the tones with golden wedding accessories for outdoor weddings in spring and summer. JAN 31, 2008
Winged Beauties >
Here is what to expect from Weddingstar this spring: contemporary butterflies! There are seven unique butterfly accessories to choose from that are specifically designed to be interchangeable. The beauty is that it is your choice...and foolproof! JAN 30, 2008
Fun with Photo Booths >
Dotting the landscape of malls, fairs and bus stations everywhere are the classic photo booths many of us remember from our teen days of humorously posing with friends. Today those vintage photo booths and their new state of the art digital cousins, are rapidly making themselves available as an interesting wedding accessory to rent. A fun new way to really get your party started. JAN 30, 2008
Create Your Own Cake Topper Contest >
Do you have a great idea for your perfect Cake Topper? Weddingstar would love to hear from you. Send in your cake topper ideas and earn a chance to win $200 worth Weddingstar accessories. JAN 29, 2008
Go For Baroque >
In the 17th century Baroque fashion dominated the French court of Louis XIV. Today that fashionable style is making a bold comeback in dresses for today's bride. Much more comfortable than the designs of old, the new Baroque fashions boast luxurious and extravagant materials that are elaborately detailed and embellished with crystals, metallics, and fine ribbons and fabrics. JAN 28, 2008
Green Weddings >
Most couples like to start their married life off by leaving their mark. However, more environmentally conscious couples are hosting Green Weddings, weddings that do not leave a mark on the environment. Here are some easy ways of incorporating environmentally sound practices into your special day. JAN 13, 2008
Modern Moments >
Cake toppers are one of the easiest ways modern wedding couples can let their personalities shine through. With toppers exhibiting brides slinging their grooms over their shoulders or dragging them up the aisle, to the busy couple with cell phones still glued to their ears, today's modern couple deserves a cake topper that reflects who they are. Proving that your cake topper choices are nothing like the more staid choices of the past. JAN 10, 2008
One Sweet Wedding Favor >
Personalization is one way couples ensure that their wedding favors will stand out from all others, and now a new trend has taken personalization to an entirely new level. Mix and match both your sayings and your colors by matching your complimentary wedding colors and stamping the name of the bride and groom on one color of candy and your wedding date on the other. JAN 03, 2008
Preserving Your Wedding Gown >
The rice has been thrown, the wedding favors handed out and all the gifts have been opened. Your wedding day has come and gone. So what do you do with the perfect dress now its purpose has passed?
If saving your gown for sentimental reasons, or the hope that one day your own daughter will one day waltz down the aisle wearing it, then its first step to longevity has to be having it professionally cleaned. Preferably within 30 days of the reception. |
