Five Fun and Functional Bridal Party Gifts
One of the greatest aspects of having a wedding is all of the time that you get to spend with your best girlfriends and closest female family members. The bridal party is generally made up of the women who mean the most to us, and they are usually willing to offer a great deal of help to ensure that the wedding is as perfect as possible. Therefore, most brides like to give their bridal party a special gift in thanks. Bathrobes We love the idea of giving nice, matching bathrobes, which can be worn while hair and makeup are done before the wedding ceremony. This can also provide a great opportunity for photo shoots. Very often brides find that they love the pre-wedding photos as much as they do the formal photography. And, matching bathrobes for you and your party are a great way to set the scene. Plus, the gift is something that she can continue to enjoy for a longtime after the day is done.
4 Myths to Ignore When Planning Your Wedding
It is your wedding. Let us say that again; it is YOUR wedding. So, many of the supposed rules and regulations are nothing more than suggestions and guidelines. Put them aside and make decisions based on your style, taste, and desires. Myth #1: You Must Wear White Did you know that the idea of the bride wearing white was based on nothing more than a beloved dress worn by a member of royalty many generations ago? That is it. Prior to that time, brides wore vibrant colors on their wedding days, so there is absolutely no reason why you should shy away from color, if that is what you prefer.
What You Should Do After Booking a Wedding Venue
Deciding where to get married is only a small part of the planning that will, ultimately, lead to your dream come true. Once the wedding venue is booked, there are several things that will have to be done in order to make things come together properly. A Second Visit This is an absolute must. Very often venues are booked far in advance of the big day, and other plans are made right away. However, it can be easy to forget exactly how big the room is, or how the space is laid out, which means many of those details are difficult to decide upon. Be sure that you make time to visit the venue again, for a second look and communication with those running the space.
Wedding Dress Trends for Today’s Bride
While you want your look to stand apart from the crowd, and you want people to continue 'oohing' and 'aahing' about your dress long after you’ve walked down the aisle, there is reason to consider the current trends in wedding dresses. You can consult them without getting a copy-cat look, and you may just find that they serve as great inspiration as you make up your mind about what you want in a wedding gown.
Wedding Planning: Finding Inspiration in Nature, Part II
In the previous blog post, we wrote a bit about how nature can inspire wedding plans. The birch tree and the cherry blossom were both mentioned for their great potential for serving in such a role. However, they are hardly the only sources of inspiration that you can find when wandering outdoors. So, here, we will provide three more examples that might just get your ball rolling as you plan your big day.
Wedding Planning: Finding Inspiration in Nature, Part I
When laying out a new décor, very often interior decorators will recommend choosing one favorite piece and designing the entire room around that item. For instance, a beloved area rug can be used to select the right style of furniture and the perfect colors of paint. In a similar fashion, you can plan your entire wedding around a single item, if you so desire. This will help you keep your vision focused and may just produce the exact look that suits your personality. When brides are having a hard time making decisions about their big days, we often recommend a walk in nature. Why? Because there is a lot of inspiration to be found out there.