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Choosing the Wedding band

It is not too easy to choose your wedding band. You will be spoilt for choice. All couples want something unique as their wedding band.

Bands are simpler in design than wedding rings but you can customize them as per your choice. The first decision that you need to make before buying the band is what metal should it be made of? You can choose yellow gold, white gold, platinum or titanium. Each will cost different. Gold is the most popular choice. It is a soft metal. So there are chances of scratches and marks that can cause the gold to look dull. But the color of the material will not change. Platinum and titanium are stronger and thus the marks will not be visible to easily. But they are far more costlier than gold. If you can afford it, then that is the best choice. If you do not have such a huge budget but still want the platinum look, then you must opt for white gold. White gold is cheap but there are chances of it turning yellow with time. You can even engrave your initials on the band if you want to make it unique.

Posted on July 27, 2008

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The Wedding Registry could be useful

The sooner you create your wedding registry, the better it is for you. It makes it easier for your guests to plan on what they would like to give you. You must carefully choose your gifts.

The entire idea is that your gifts must be useful to you. You would need to take a stock of the things that you already have first. Only then, you must register. There is no point of getting something that you already have. Before choosing a store, you must research a lot. Find out which place has a good stock and which ones give you better deals. There is no hard and fast rule that you must have only one store. You can choose two or more if you find the stock good. Once you have decided on the store you need to ask them to assign an expert to help you register. Some stores allow you register yourself with the help of a handheld scanner. Make sure you have gifts with a wide pricing mix. Not everybody will be able to afford expensive gifts. Also you must check whether the guests will have to pay extra for shipping or not. Once you register yourself, you will need to let your guests know that. It may be a little embarrassing though. You can include the information in your invitations or even the bridal shower invitation.

Posted on July 25, 2008

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The Food at the Wedding

The food at your wedding is very important. People are very finicky about what they eat. It is not a problem if you do not have a good decoration.

But if your food is bad, it will leave a bad taste in your guests' mouths. So do not compromise on quality. However, that does not mean that you spend thousands of dollars on catering. You can decide on a budget and get the best out of it. If you don’t want your guests to pay for their drinks and yet not end up paying a huge bill, the best way out of the situation is to decide from before, which drinks you want to serve. You can also keep the bar open for a few hours and then shut it down. You can also have a high tea reception where you only decide to serve appetizers. But you must clarify it before hand. You would not want your guests to come expecting full meal. Make sure that the caterer you choose is good. Ask for samples before hand. Also negotiate for a good deal. You must freeze the guest list to ensure that you do not run short of food.

Posted on July 23, 2008

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Wedding Ring Customization

You can customize your wedding ring depending on your likes and dislikes. You can customize it with various colored stones. Wedding rings are taken as a symbol of the love between bride and groom.

It is a proof of their commitment and loyalty. You can also inscribe your spouses’ name on the ring. Some people go further ahead and get their wedding dates inscribed. It is believed that a diamond is forever. It is the hardest stone and is very versatile. Diamonds have been cherished for centuries. Before choosing a diamond ring, you need to take the 4 Cs into account - color, carat, clarity, cut. Diamond rings can be really expensive. So if you get any discount anywhere – offline or online – you st grab it. Many couples prefer designing their own wedding wing. The solitaire diamond is a favorite choice among couples. Other popular choices are marquise and mesonite settings. Mesonite is gradually becoming a modern alternative to traditional settings. Another trend is that diamond wholesalers are allowing more and more attractive deals to couples who are looking for value for money. So go ahead. Get the most unique ring for your special one

Posted on July 21, 2008

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Affordable Wedding Accessories

Not everyone would like to spend a bomb on wedding accessories. They might not be able to afford it. Some may feel that they would rather invest the sum towards their honeymoon or maybe in a new house or a car. There is no reason to feel sad. There are plenty of cheap accessories that look equally good. You can take advantage of that.

For instance, you really don’t need to pin expensive flowers on every chair during your wedding. It sure does look nice, but six months from now, nobody will even remember this. You can even create your own placards as pew makers. You will definitely need to invent in supplies if you want to make your own accessories. But it will be a lot cheaper than buying ready made ones. Also, you can customize it as you want. You can even borrow your sister’s or mother’s veil. At times families have veils come down for a generation. If you really want to save money, you need to do a thorough homework. There are lot of offline and online choices. Just make sure that you compare thr rates with various vendors before you choose any one.

Posted on July 17, 2008

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Wedding Invitations Should Be Special

Our wedding is a special occasion for us. We would want to design our invitations in a way that it stands out. We want it to be unique. You can include your wedding theme if you wish to. You can also play with the wordings. You can have funny quotes or flowery poetry inviting people to your special occasion.

If you are remarrying, then you can also have your children invite guests to the ceremony. You can have an assortment of ideas from where you can choose. Your wedding invitation must have the relevant information like the date of the wedding, the venue, the time and if possible a map on how to reach the place. You can also mention the dress code on it. You must not forget the most important thing and that is the RSVP. You will definitely want to keep a tab on the guest list. You need to denote a point of contact where your guests can confirm or reject participation. You must send the invitation at least 10 – 12 weeks prior to the wedding. This way it will be better for you as well as the guests to plan. So the sooner you can send them out the better.

Posted on July 15, 2008

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Add romanticism to your new marriage, here’s how!

To add romanticism to your new marriage, there are some sensuous products. A ‘Just Married Tank’ will surely be on the top of the list. It’s perfect and passionate thing for a new bride like you to slip into to add to the romantic touch of her your honeymoon! It’s one wonderful way of making the announcement that you are ‘just married!’

They come in dazzling designs. What adds to their appeal is a fitted cotton tank that can make the announcement, as mentioned above. Check whether you can get it customized. The customization option will give you the opportunity to reveal your feelings in the most exciting way - in bold crystal letters. You may ask for add-ons like a crystal heart or any other symbol. This certainly is an ideal match with a ‘Just Married’ Hoodie & Pant Set! Incidentally, you can also get ‘bride to be’ tanks. These fitted tanks are available in various cool and classy colors, and read ‘Bride to be’ printed in gold or silver. You may accessorize with a rockin' pin of your choice to show off your engaged status.

Posted on July 13, 2008

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A must-have item for the wedding day or beach honeymoon

On the eve of her wedding, a bride will need accessories that are functional and fashionable. There are some off-beat, albeit vital things that a bride-to-be must have with her.

One of them is a wedding day flip flop for casual usage; we suggest you go for a fancy flip flop in keeping with the mood and the occasion. There are wonderful wedding day tropical sandals that will come in handy for moving around. They come in eye-catching colors. Check the strap quality or we suggest you keep an extra pair of flip flops in case the one you are wearing gets un-strapped. The finish and smoothness of soles is also a key factor. Soothing soles of your wedding day flip flop will make sure that you are feeling comfortable. These are some must-have items for wedding. They can also be of a great value during your beach honeymoon. These flip flops are a favorite of most brides, and not difficult to know, why! These are the accessories, which you might tend to overlook so this will serve as a timely reminder.

Posted on July 11, 2008

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Learn to relax and feel rejuvenated

A bride has a lot of planning and other work to do before her wedding. They want everything to be perfect – starting from the flowers to food to decorations.

So they really work very hard to get everything right. But again, they would want to look their best on the wedding day. So it is very important that you take your time out and relax before your special day, if you really want to look good. Here are a few tips on how to rejuvenate before your wedding day. •    Decide on your make up and hairdo at least two weeks before your wedding day. If possible try and do a rehearsal before hand so that you are not in for any kind of surprises on the D day.
•    Eat well and take a short nap before the ceremony starts. That way you will feel relaxed and rested.
•    Get a facial and spa done. You must pamper yourself to the core. After all it is your special day.
•    Go in for a pedicure and manicure a couple of days prior to the wedding.
•    Do not take any stress.
•    Try and sleep as much as you can to avoid dark circles below your eyes. Be happy all the time. I am sure it would not be too difficult as it would come naturally.

Posted on July 09, 2008

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Choosing Your Wedding Music

The ceremony music is the music that is played during the ceremony it includes the prelude, processional, recessional and postlude.

Prelude music – It is played before the ceremony starts and while all the guests are comfortably seated.
Processional music – It is played just when the wedding party enters the place. Ceremony music – It is played when the ceremony takes place. Recessional music – It is played as and when the wedding party leaves the place. Postlude music – It is played when the guests start leaving the place. Before you actually sit down to decide which music should play when, it is necessary that you check out the policies of the venue pertaining to the music and the available instruments. If nothing is mentioned, then it is better to call up and ask. You can hire a band or you can also consider a friend and relative to sing for you. The music you play for your wedding helps set the atmosphere for your wedding and thus, needs to be planned with care. You can hire a DJ directly. This way, you will be able to save some money. If you have higher budget, then you can hire the services of an entertainment agency.

Posted on July 08, 2008

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Wedding Planning Tips

Your wedding is one of the most important and biggest events in your life. You will surely want it to go glitch free. For that you would need proper planning days ahead of the D day.

Here are some tips: •    Spending a lot of money doe not necessarily mean that you will have a fabulous wedding. So prepare a proper budget and follow it.
•    Plan a lot and document the entire plan the moment you think about it. You might be in the midst of an important meeting when something comes to your mind. Carry a notebook with you so that you can jot it down before you forget.
•    Try and get a good deal from your florists, caterers, bakery, photographer and others. Get everything in writing from your vendor.
•    Take the weather into consideration in your plan.
•    Involve your would be spouse in the plan too so that he or she is equally responsible.
•    Get as much help as you can get. Planning a wedding is a massive task and you will surely not want to be exhausted before your special day. Do not assume anything. Do not keep anything for the last day. Get all loose ends tied up so that you can enjoy on the D day.

Posted on July 05, 2008

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Wedding Gift Registries

Any bride will tell you that deciding what to put on their gift registries is the hardest thing to do. Couples need to be very careful in planning their gift registries. They are starting out on a new life and thus, they must make sure they have all the essential items ready.

The couples are doing a big favor on the guests by proving all with an exhaustive list regarding what they would want as a gift. So the guests are sure that they get something that will be useful for the couple. You must create your registry with a store that will have a wide variety of things. It is advisable that you let your guests know about the registry at least two months before so that they can also plan. Your registry must include a wide variety of price ranges to make it easier for al to choose. It is better to include both your names for guests who want to personalize the gifts. The gift articles must be ones that can be easily shipped. It is not fair to ask your guests to pay for shipping too. If you create an online registry, then it will be easy for you to keep track of who bought what. You can also send them thank you notes from the site itself.

Posted on July 03, 2008

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