The most familiar unity ceremony is probably the lighting of the unity candle, to symbolize two people coming from their own families to become one new family. Typically, the mothers of the bride and groom first light two side candles, then the couple uses those side candles to light the center candle together. If you’re looking for a […]
Wedding Rings: How to Choose the Perfect One for You
It may just be a piece of metal – gold, titanium, platinum, tungsten, silver – but a wedding ring with gemstones or diamonds means a great deal more than what it’s worth. Choosing a wedding ring can be a little overwhelming, but with a few tips, any betrothed couple in the middle of wedding planning will find […]
Wedding planning: Choosing wine for the reception
When a couple begins wedding planning, they soon realize how many decisions have to be made. One of which is choosing the wine, beer and cocktails for the reception. According to The Advertiser News South, when selecting wine, many couples turn to the catering company to choose. However, this may not be the best idea, as […]
Wedding Guests: What Not to Wear
Our very own Susan Southerland, National Expert for Perfect Wedding Guide was interviewed by Huffpost Weddings about what wedding guests should not wear. Below is the complete article. Weddings are a great place to people watch. Observing family dynamics (both the sweet moments and the crazy drama) is more entertainment than much of what you […]
Trash the dress!
Trash the Dress—or TTD—offers a unique opportunity for brides to wear their gowns again, but this time in a less restrictive atmosphere. Since pre-wedding and day of photo sessions are about posed shots taken in pristine environments, Trash the Dress is a more candid experience, allowing couples to let their hair down and flex some […]
Wedding planning: The importance of wedding insurance
When a couple starts wedding planning, the last thing they want to think about is what can go wrong. However, some weddings do not go off without a hitch, and in some cases it is better to be prepared, according to news channel KSDK-TV. The average wedding costs around $25,000, and even if the bride- and […]
Brides and grooms can set up wedding website through new web app
A new application allows for couples to interact with their guests and provides a social platform for people to find out the latest news and updates about the upcoming nuptials. The web application, Weduary, is an easy way to create a website while using Facebook to invite their guests, according to Reuters. The guests can […]
Wedding planning: Throwing an engagement party
Many couples question whether they want to throw an engagement party or not, and it has a number of pros and cons to go with it. First of all, couples are able to announce and celebrate their amazing news to close family and friends. Also, it is a fantastic way for the two families to […]
Diet and exercise tips for brides
It is safe to say that a groom-to-be loves his bride-to-be just the way she is, since he proposed an everlasting commitment to her. However, many brides start a full-blown diet and exercise regimen in anticipation of their big day. According to TLC Weddings, there are many safe diet and exercise plans brides can take […]
Wedding Planning: Setting the Agenda
The more details you have planned for your wedding, the more important an agenda or schedule becomes. Every important task related to the wedding should be included on the schedule, including timings, contact information, and setup/placement locations for every element of the event. Having a wedding planner working with you on pre-planning and on […]