September 2, 2009
Every couple wants wonderful photos of their wedding day that capture the celebration, details, romance and beauty. Here are a few tips for a successful photo session:
1. Hire a professional qualified wedding photographer. Don't be tempted to hire "Uncle Harry" to do your wedding photos. Focus on quality wedding photography. At the end in won't matter how much you save or spend if you end up with bad photos or no photos at all.
2. Take the time to select the best wedding photographer that you can have. Make sure that you are in agreement regarding the style of photography.
3. Don't give your wedding photographer a long list of must have photos that you printed from the Internet. You will only hinder the photographer's creativity and the capture of true spontaneous photographs. Hire a photographer with a style that you like and then give him or her artistic freedom to capture ...
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August 30, 2009
CHOOSE THE TYPE OF WEDDING YOU WANT
Formal or informal, intimate or large, summer or winter, indoors or outdoors? Every wedding plan starts with the big picture. Test your imagination and review your wedding dreams as you discuss with your fiancé the ideal way to celebrate your union. Talk about the weddings you have attended, what you enjoyed, and what you would want to avoid. Discuss your faith. Consider what role you want your family and friends to play in this important event. Then make a list of what you consider the most essential elements for a great wedding. If each of you makes such a list, you can then compare and start the process of planning together. If you have never thought about such an occasion before, you might want to check out some movie videos with great wedding scenes to get the ball rolling, or buy a bridal magazine ...
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August 26, 2009
It's your day! The most special day of your life, so relax, enjoy, and don't fret the small stuff. Life isn't perfect and your wedding may have a few hick ups too, however if you go with the flow you'll be less stressed and more radiant.
It's your day! You've got the perfect dress, veil, and shoes, now you need the perfect makeup. Here are some Dos and Don't tips to help you on your very special day.
DOs
- Use a professional makeup artist if possible. Have a pre-wedding consultation so your makeup artist already knows what you want
- If you decide to do your own makeup then visit the cosmetic counter at least a month before your wedding and have the consultant try different colors to see what looks best on you
- Do your makeup before dressing
- Have your makeup done as close to the ceremony as possible
- Have a facial ...
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August 24, 2009
1) Purchase a less expensive plain white dress and buy the applicas at a yardage shop by the yard to enhance the dress with simple stitches. This can change a $500 dress into a $5,000 dress quickly.
2) Expand the flowers for table decor with 2/3 greenery to 1/3 flowers.
3) Use mirror rounds under the flowers to expand their appearance on tables.
4) Have the bridesmaids carry one long-stemmed flower keyed into your wedding bouquet.
5) Selecting in-season flowers for your bouquets and decor can save a third of the costs.
6) Learn how to do your make-up prior to the event date and complete your own prior to putting on your gown.
7) Take advantage of wine sales the months prior to the wedding day.
8) Event location fees can be less when you hold your event mid-week or on a Friday or Sunday.
9) Shop for a specific price per slice on your cake. This ...
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June 12, 2009
by Cherie Johnson
Just as with any big show, your wedding day will not be perfect, but that's okay. While you cannot plan ahead for every little detail or problematic situation that may arise, you can arm yourself with some helpful advice to be prepared at all times for any potential wedding mistakes. But before you begin planning your special day, consider these five biggest wedding preparation and planning mistakes that amateur 'wedding planners' often make.
1. Not Budgeting Costs
It's hard to believe, but true, many couples do not create a budget when it comes to wedding preparation and end up in a deep hole of debt. The very first thing you should do to avoid disastrous (and bankrupting) wedding mistakes is devise an itemized budget, allowing for the necessary requirements, such as a venue for both the ceremony and reception, food and drinks, flowers, favors, decorations, etc. If anything ...
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May 2, 2009
Choosing a diamond can be a daunting task, so here are a couple of things to look for when choosing the perfect diamond.
The 4-C's
Selecting a quality diamond at a great price starts with an understanding of the 4-C's Carat weight, Cut, Color and Clarity. Nobody is more qualified to help you identify the right combination of these characteristics than your local jeweler. Educate yourself as best you can online, and when you're ready, visit your jeweler to make your final decision. It's the best way to ensure you get a deal you feel good about on a ring that'll impress her as well as everybody she shows it off to.
Carat Weight
Diamond weight is measured in carats. There are five carats in a gram, and 100 points in each carat. For example, a 50-point diamond is a half-carat diamond. As a general rule, larger diamonds are more rare and valuable. But ...
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