Planning your wedding budget requires dedication, compromise and figuring out exactly what you need for your big day – and how much you can afford to spend! I found this incredibly handy tool from TheKnot.com that will help you work out your wedding budget in depth. Called The Wedding Budgeter, this tool will provide estimates [...]

Ah, children… you either love them or you hate them, but should you invite them to your wedding? Honestly, it’s YOUR day… invite whoever you want. With that being said, though, there are a few things to consider before you decide whether kids are invited to share your special day with you. 1. Feel Free [...]

You can have a gorgeous wedding without spending thousands of dollars! Consider these money saving tips while planning your big day and you’ll save tons of money and still have the wedding you’ve always dreamed of. 1. D.I.Y. You can save a bundle when you create your own wedding invitations, favors and other wedding necessities. [...]

Make sure your flower girl parades down the aisle in style with one of these cute AND affordable flower girl dresses! This Tinkerbell-inspired dress ensures your little girl will walk down the aisle feeling like a princess! The organza skirt is accompanied by satin and organza rosettes around the waistline and is available in several [...]

Flowers are gorgeous; I think we can all agree on that. The other thing they are, however, is expensive. Like all things in your wedding, what goes on the table should be reflective of you and your mate, and that doesn’t have to mean breaking the bank. As an alternative idea, I give you the [...]

You can still have the perfect wedding without starting your lives together in debt. Here a few quick and simple ways to cut down on wedding expenses without ruining your dream. Research, Research, Research! Don’t underestimate the power of shopping around for your wedding essentials. Flowers, reception costs and wedding favors all add up, so [...]

The wedding video should document the event as naturally as possible and people will always act differently when they know they are being filmed. You know how reality shows always talk about the “4th Wall”? Make sure this is a concept your videographer understands.

Jennifer and Barb had two completely different ideas of “adjustments.” While Barb figured she’d need the dress taken in here, let out there and hemmed in a few places, Jennifer went on a fabric shopping spree, borrowed her friend’s sewing machine and got to work.

“Rent-A-Cakes!” she yipped, “it’s all the rage.” Confused and frightened, my head started reeling with terrible visions of guests being asked to return the cake they just ate. Then it hit me – styrofoam cake for show; cheap sheet cake for eating. Brilliant!

   It’s funny how certain wedding traditions we perceive to be ancient history, pop up from time to time, reminding us that there is a world out there beyond engagement rings and bridal trunk shows. A good friend of mine who grew up and currently lives in New Delhi, India, just announced that he is [...]