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02 Jul, 2010

Wedding Music for Cheap

Posted by: Denise In: Music and Entertainment

If you’re worried about your budget for wedding music, and simply can’t afford a DJ or live band, there is another alternative to consider to make sure you and your guests have a fantastic time at the reception! Do you or your partner own a portable stereo system? If not, ask around; a friend of [...]

28 Apr, 2010

5 Romantic First Dance Songs

Posted by: Denise In: Music and Entertainment

There are literally thousands of choices you can make for your first dance song, and it can certainly feel a bit overwhelming! Luckily, I’ve done some of the legwork for you. The following 5 songs are what I believe to be some of the most romantic, provocative and downright beautiful ballads that are perfect for [...]

16 Dec, 2009

5 Songs To Skip At Your Wedding

Posted by: Denise In: Music and Entertainment

Don’t get me wrong; I am the Queen of Disco, pop, and all other so-bad-they’re-good songs out there. However, are they really necessary at your wedding reception? The following 5 songs are a definite do-not-play on my list; agree or disagree? 1. I Will Survive – Gloria Gaynor NO… just no. This song is about [...]

25 Nov, 2009

5 Classic First Dance Songs

Posted by: Denise In: Music and Entertainment

These 5 classic first dance songs are often chosen for weddings because of their heartfelt, romantic imagery and their timeless representation of love. If you are in the mood for a traditional pick, one of these songs will surely fit the bill! 1. Can’t Help Falling In Love – Elvis Presley “Wise men say only [...]

This is absolutely amazing. Every bride, groom, bridesmaid, groomsman, wedding guest, family, friend, etc should have the chance to experience the kind of authentic excitement and real joy on a wedding day. HUGE kudos to whoever came up with this unique and genuine idea. Sure its not for everyone, but I can bet there wasn’t [...]

True, the wedding plans may have gotten “bigger than Big,” especially after we were constantly reminded that this was his 3rd marriage; but it was Carrie’s first marriage and after 10 years of dealing with the guy, she deserved an event with all the glamour and panache NYC has to offer.

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.

“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!

One man’s journey through the planning and execution of perhaps the most elaborate and creative marriage proposal in recent history. Those jumbo-tron engagements just won’t do anymore guys, the bar has been raised!


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One of my cousins got married last year and I was a bridesmaid in her wedding. About 2 weeks before the wedding the bride calls me up to ask me if I would mind not wearing my engagement ring at her wedding since it would distract people from looking at her ring, and she really didn’t want anyone in the bridal party sporting jewelry bigger than hers. Can anyone beat that bridezilla request?? — Alexis