THEMES IDEAS AND ARTICLES
July 25, 2011 ESSENTIALS FOR A SUMMER WEDDING – SMART WEDDING FAVORS AND TIPS TO BEAT THE HEAT An ideal summer wedding would be complete with endless sunshine, warm weather, and smiling faces. Unfortunately Mother Nature is not always ...
April 18, 2011 LET YOUR LOVE TAKE FLIGHT WITH LOVE BIRD WEDDING ACCESSORIES Looking for the perfect theme for your wedding? If you and your fiancé have ever been called two birds of a feather or a couple of love birds, you may want to...
July 27, 2010 CENTERPIECES MORE THAN FLOWERS
June 29, 2010 THE CANDY BUFFET
May 17, 2010 GOING GREEN BEFORE THE WEDDING
May 17, 2010 GOING GREEN THE WEDDING CEREMONY
May 17, 2010 GOING GREEN THE WEDDING RECEPTION
February 07, 2010 BEACH WEDDING FAVORS ARE FUN AND FANTASTIC Are you planning a wedding at the beach or a tropical, nautical or beach themed wedding at another outdoor or indoor location? While the food, music, photos and fun are...
October 14, 2009 PERSONALIZE YOUR WEDDING WITH UNIQUE WEDDING CAKE TOPPERS
June 18, 2009 PAINTED FACES ON DISPLAY Throughout the Renaissance, masquerade balls were used as pageants and celebrations of important events like marriages or inaugurations and were extended into costumed public events in Italy during the 16th...
June 16, 2009 TAKING TO THE ICE If you are looking for a wedding that is a little less traditional and a lot more original, and you happen to be a die hard hockey fan, you might...
June 11, 2009 DESTINATION POSTCARDS Travel is an integral part of people's lives. Whether you or your future spouse have traveled together or separately in the past, or plan on traveling together in the future,...
June 04, 2009 HATS OFF TO HATS Whether they are worn from a desire to return to some old fashioned roots, worn as a part of a theme, or worn from the simple desire to have protection...
May 26, 2009 VOYAGE THEMED WEDDINGS Some have said that marriage is the beginning of a lifelong voyage, so what better way to signify that voyage than with a wedding theme that wraps itself around that...
May 22, 2009 MEHNDI ART Henna is an art form that has been around for many generations. A cultural wedding tradition in many middle eastern countries such as Arabia, India and Mongolia, its an art...
May 04, 2009 THE TIME OF YOUR LIVES If you're looking for a great theme to wrap your wedding around - look to an 80's theme. Great music, great times and fun (if not great) fashions symbolize this...
April 24, 2009 ALL JARRED UP Mason Jars are neither a new item nor a stranger to the wedding scene, but as creative brides and wedding planners know, they can be so much more than just...
April 16, 2009 AT LAST - A RETURN OF THE BIG BAND SOUND What do Etta James and Beyonce Knowles have in common? They both have taken the song "At Last" to soulful heights. James more than 60 years ago and...
April 13, 2009 ASTRO TURF ANYONE? Ask most sports-minded grooms what their favorite wedding location would be, and chances are you'll often hear them speak wishfully about getting hitched on the 50 yrd line of their...
April 10, 2009 SILHOUETTE SURPRISES If you are looking for a standout but personal graphic design for your signature wedding look, but don't want to go the route of a monogram, why not look to...
April 02, 2009 THE PERFECT PAIR Looking for a wedding theme that's a little different for a summer or early fall wedding? Why not look to the perfect pear. Not only a great way to make...
March 31, 2009 INVITES WITH THAT LITTLE SOMETHING EXTRA Wedding favors are something all bridal couples like to give their guests, but with so many details to look after on the day of the wedding, a surprisingly large number...
March 20, 2009 INVENTIVE WEDDING CAKE DISPLAYS Most of the emphasis on a wedding cake display has always been on the wedding cake itself. Today that trend has evolved to a point where most bridal couples are...
March 13, 2009 WEDDINGED A curious new trend amongst bridal couples is the act of getting weddinged. Not married, for these particular couples are already married, but weddinged, whereby they celebrate that marriage in...
February 20, 2009 SANGEET: A CULTURAL ELEMENT OF FUN Taking elements of other cultures and integrating them into your wedding celebration is a popular trend amongst couples today. In this cultural mosaic, the world is literally at our...
February 17, 2009 MARRIAGE SYMBOLISM The rich symbolism of some marriage ceremonies bespeak to the personalities of the couples themselves. While some couples remain very unorthodox in their views, there are others still...
February 12, 2009 SAY SAYONARA TO THE TRADITIONAL GUEST BOOK Those looking for the latest guest book trend who are also looking for a way to incorporate some zen-like Asian aspects to their day, need to look no further than...
February 06, 2009 LUXURIOUS LAS VEGAS Las Vegas has always been one of the most oft used destination wedding locales in the world. While it is better known for its quick and quirky weddings than...
January 23, 2009 A SPECIALLY BLENDED COFFEE WEDDING THEME Whether you and your fiancé met at a coffee shop or simply love the taste of a good cup of hot coffee in the morning, why not let your wedding...
December 25, 2008 LET THE GAMES BEGIN While not your typical wedding activity, for those whose idea of a fun evening does not include dancing the night away, a night of board games or other activities may...
November 27, 2008 FANTASY FLOWER GIRLS To every little girl, being a flower girl is the ultimate fantasy. Wearing a long beautiful dress, having your hair done, flowers and a special spot near the bride....
November 07, 2008 NOVELTY ACTS Traditionally, following a wedding ceremony, a reception is held that hosts a dinner and a dance where guests can celebrate the marriage of the bridal couple, but what do you...
November 06, 2008 TREE PLANTING CEREMONY Many bridal couples utilize special ceremonies to symbolize the joining of their two lives into one. Popular ceremonies include sand or other pourable materials such as water, rice, beans, etc....
November 03, 2008 WATER SLIDE WEDDINGS Everyone wants to have a wedding locale that reflects who they are, whether it be stately and elegant, or wet and wild. To find the best of both worlds, look...
October 31, 2008 HALLOWED WEDDINGS Everyone has their own idea of what makes a special wedding day. For some bridal couples, it's by having their wedding on a day or holiday that they love....
October 24, 2008 WINERY WEDDINGS If you are looking for a site to host your destination wedding, but are not interested in your typical run of the mill beach-styled destinations, look to a winery.
October 17, 2008 THE ISLANDS OF LOVE Aphrodite, the Goddess of Love, chose the islands of Greece as her home as did her son Eros. To make your destination wedding the ultimate in romantic getaways, head...
September 25, 2008 HERE YE, HERE YE A MEDIEVAL THEMED WEDDING Period classic films such as Camelot, First Knight, Excalibur, etc. showcase a medieval era that is full of beauty and romance. To capture the feel of this era at...
September 15, 2008 VICTORIAN THEMED WEDDING Many weddings are housed in old homes, or aged buildings where the history and the grandeur shine through. Why not follow the lead set by those historic buildings and...
September 12, 2008 THREE WAYS TO A FABULOUS FALL If you are looking to host a fall themed wedding, but want to steer clear of pumpkins or other Halloween oriented items to decorate your reception tables, look to a...
September 02, 2008 A FRUITFUL WEDDING For a fun colorful wedding theme, try incorporating fruit into all your wedding accessories. Not only does it make for a fresh and tasty edible treat it also makes...
August 28, 2008 HIP TO BE SQUARE Following a new trend that follows a graphic-styled theme, today's brides are finding that it's hip to be square when looking for a unique wedding theme.
August 26, 2008 LIBRARY THEMED WEDDINGS For the bookish types who would much rather be reading than ironing out the many details that come with planning a wedding, why not incorporate your love for each other...
August 22, 2008 SAY IT WITH STRIPES For a unique and stylish theme for your modern day wedding, say it with stripes. From contemporary and classic pinstripes, to colorful circus-styled bands of color, stripes can be...
August 18, 2008 INVITING COLOR If plain white invitations are not your style why not jazz things up a bit with colored parchment?
August 12, 2008 DEMOCRATIC WEDDINGS A new and interesting trend arising from the popularity of wedding websites is the chance to let your guests decide for themselves the direction they wish to see your wedding...
August 05, 2008 ALL ABOUT THE BOW Bows, as innocuous as they seem, are an intrical part of every wedding celebration. Very few weddings get by without utilizing this simple decor and apparel enhancing embellishment.The first step...
July 29, 2008 LOOKING BACK As you venture forth into your new life as a married couple, there are many ways to look back and honor the past at your wedding. Whether it's an event,...
July 18, 2008 ADD LOCAL FLAVOR TO YOUR FAVORS If the place you are choosing to be married in, be it home or away, is known for a great regional product, why not incorporate that product into your wedding...
July 10, 2008 IT'S O-FISH-AL, FISH THEMED WEDDINGS ARE IN FOR SUMMER What better way to celebrate reeling in the perfect catch than to mark the occasion with a full-fledge fun fishing affair.
July 07, 2008 A VISION IN VINTAGE To create romantic and beautiful weddings, brides of today are looking to the past to discover new inspiration in old ideas and items.
June 13, 2008 CLASSIC WEDDING CARS What do a 1951 Cadillac Fleetwood, a 1955 Bentley, or a 1964 Rolls Royce Silver Cloud have in common? They all make unforgettable wedding cars. A common site in...
June 12, 2008 LETTER PERFECT Monograms on glasses, napkins, place cards, and invitations have long been a wedding decorating trend. A new trend emerging is one that takes the ordinary monogram to the next level....
June 02, 2008 RENAISSANCE LOVE If you have ever dreamed of being a princess with a handsome knight by your side, then a Renaissance themed wedding may be just the thing to make your romantic...
May 22, 2008 BOUQUET DISPLAY
May 20, 2008 BUTTERFLY WISHES Looking for a fabulous signature-wedding theme that will also have a great visual impact? Choose a butterfly themed wedding and show the transformation that love has made to your...
May 09, 2008 ANCHORS AWAY
March 28, 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...
March 18, 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...
March 06, 2008 TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALL GAME Sports used to be the sole domain of men. Today, just as many women are active watchers and participants, a growing preference for themed weddings revolves around sports.
March 04, 2008 A RED WISH A Chinese celebratory tradition is to give red envelopes filled with money to friends and family on celebration days as a wish for good luck. A twist on this...
February 18, 2008 CUT THE EXPENSE, NOT THE PARTY Weddings are expensive, no doubt about it. If you want to be able to afford that fabulous, frothy, princess gown, let's face it, you may have to make cuts somewhere...
February 01, 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.
February 01, 2008 WINGED BEAUTIES
January 31, 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.
January 30, 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...
January 29, 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...
January 14, 2008 MODERN MOMENTS Modern wedding couples are skirting some of the tried and true traditions to indulge in their own sense of "new" worldliness.
January 11, 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.
December 25, 2007 COOKIE WEDDING FAVORS Wedding favors are special gifts you give to your wedding guests as a sign of your appreciation of their attendance at your wedding. What better gift to give than...
December 24, 2007 NOT SO MELLOW YELLOW Yellow sashayed down the runways as 2008's hottest color for spring and summer bridesmaids and while dated pastels might be the first color that comes to mind, think outside the...
December 17, 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...
December 14, 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...
December 13, 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...
December 05, 2007 FIRST LOOK - NEW FOR 2008
December 04, 2007 TEMPTING TASTY COLORS Color trends in the world of weddings come and go. Who can forget the powdered blue tuxedo craze of the 1970's? To ensure that you don't...
November 15, 2007 SUPERSTITIONS - TAKEN WITH A PINCH OF SALT Superstitions are part of the fabric of life. Whether we choose to follow superstitions, lies in our own personal beliefs. Superstitions are interesting if for no other reason...
November 06, 2007 ORIGINAL ORIGAMI Origami, the Japanese art of folding paper, is a great way to create unique and interesting holders for an original wedding favor. Whether the theme of your wedding has...
November 01, 2007 WALKING IN A WINTER WONDERLAND Spring continues to be the most popular time of year to host wedding nuptials. Some bold and daring couples however have braved the uncertain weather implications of a winter...
September 28, 2007 LOVE IS IN THE AIR AND ON THE TABLES TOO Love is in the air, so why not put it on your tables too? When decorating the tables for your reception, what better way to convey what the day...
September 25, 2007 BRIDAL SHOWERS WITH A TWIST Setting a theme is one great way of hosting a Bridal Shower. Themes can cater to the bride or bridal couple and have the added bonus of making...
September 20, 2007 HAPPILY EVER AFTER If you and your partner met in a particularly unusual way, or you simply have a romantic story that's dying to be told, why not take the time now to...
September 17, 2007 A WINE BY ANY OTHER NAME An emerging wedding trend is the giving of wine as a wedding favor to thank wedding guests for their attendance. Wine created just for the day is adorned with...
September 14, 2007 TYING THE KNOT IN STYLE
September 06, 2007 DESTINATION WEDDINGS - FUN IN THE SUN Many couples are deciding to go to the honeymoon destination when choosing a location to get married. While there are many reasons to choose a destination wedding, the majority...
August 30, 2007 OLD RHYMES RING TRUE No matter how modern the bride, there are few who do not abide by the old rhyme: "Something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue", though most do not...
August 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...
August 09, 2007 FALL IN LOVE WITH FALL Fall, the season of endings, is swiftly becoming the season of beginnings as more and more brides choose to skip the long line-ups for wedding locales, reception venues, and photograph...
August 07, 2007 LOOK TO THE EAST A wedding today is about symbols and what they mean to you as a couple. The latest Eastern influence that has brought us yoga and meditation has also influenced...
July 27, 2007 THERE’S NO BUSINESS LIKE THE WEDDING BUSINESS: CREATING YOUR BRAND
July 02, 2007 SOMETHING BLUE
November 01, 2006 LUCK O' THE IRISH!
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