CEREMONY IDEAS AND ARTICLES
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. 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. 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 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. 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 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 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. DEC 19, 2007
Charming Churches >
When you choose to have your wedding ceremony in a lovely old church, chapel or cathedral, with its burnished wood, stained glass windows, elegant artwork and charming decor, very little is needed in the form of decoration other than a few altar flowers and pew bows. Unfortunately with the more modern streamlined generic look of most newer churches, a little more in terms of decoration and accessories is required to achieve that charming and romantic air. DEC 16, 2007
The Wedding Planner >
As a seasoned professional, well versed in the art of negotiating with caterers, venues and florists, wedding planners can save you valuable time, money and stress by helping you create the wedding you've always dreamed of, on time and on budget. Before you choose your wedding planner there are a number of factors to review. Take the same care and diligence you would put into choosing any other important wedding accessories, into choosing your planner. DEC 13, 2007
Fun With Fido >
To some bridal couples including their much loved pet in their wedding ceremony is a very important element of their day. So why shouldn't Fido come dressed for the part? While no one can blame you for wanting your special friend in attendance here are a few things that can help the day run smoothly for all involved. DEC 12, 2007
A Charming Chuppa >
A wedding accessory traditionally used in Jewish wedding ceremonies, a chuppa is a large canopy stretched over four poles used to symbolize the home the couple will share together and acts as the altar where they exchange their wedding vows. DEC 04, 2007
First Look - New For 2008 >
Our largest product line to date combines the latest influences with the hottest styles. See what's new! NOV 02, 2007
Weddings the Second Time Around >
For a first marriage, most people choose a traditional wedding concept. For those who are marrying for the second time a second wedding gives the bride freedom to choose colors and concepts that may be far different from when she was a first time bride. OCT 18, 2007
A Wedding At Home >
Homestyle weddings are one of the latest trends when holding a smaller wedding. Rather than invest in an expensive reception location to hold their wedding, more and more bridal couples are choosing to invest in the one location where they will see value for their money; their own home. SEP 24, 2007
Weddings After A Tragedy >
No one can say for sure what the proper etiquette is for those who have suffered a tragedy right before their special day. Like so many things to do with weddings, the choice is ultimately up to the bride and groom. Depending on the nature of the tragedy and the nearness to the wedding day a number of different scenarios can take place. AUG 28, 2007
Arrive Like a Princess >
Many brides want the "Princess experience" when planning their special day, from the frothy long dress, to the pampering, to the grand ball reception and dance. In order for the full princess effect to happen, the proper transportation is a must-have wedding accessory. AUG 15, 2007
In The Right Light >
When well planned, lighting will make every component of your wedding look even more stunning. AUG 14, 2007
Bad Chair Day >
The same care and concern that goes into choosing a wedding favour for your guests to take home, should be the same care and concern that you take in the chairs they will sit on. Save yourself from a bad chair day by really looking at the chairs your venue offers and decide for yourself if they fit the look you long for. AUG 13, 2007
Whose Day Is It Anyways? >
Tradition holds that a wedding is the bride’s day. Hers to dream, hers to plan, hers to hope that it is the day she has always dreamed of. Reality, unfortunately, often rears its ugly head in the form of parents with a plan, in-laws with a grudge, scheming bridesmaids, or a "dyed-in-the-wool" bachelor Best Man. AUG 10, 2007
Not The Norm >
We all realize that marriage is a serious undertaking but thank-goodness the locations you choose to wed at don't have to be. "Have JP will travel" is the mantra of many a bridal couple these days and the more unusual of a location the better for those who want freedom from what they view as cookie-cutter weddings. AUG 01, 2007
Vows That Wow >
The most integral part of a wedding ceremony, your wedding vows are the words that intertwine your lives together and declare to your family and friends the feelings that you share. AUG 31, 2006
Memorializing Loved Ones >
Today's couples choose to acknowledge family members or friends that are unable to share in their wedding celebration. MAY 31, 2006
Wedding Unity Ceremonies >
Three variations of the Wedding Unity Ceremony to use as inspiration for your Wedding. |
