Wedding Layers

I’m planning on getting everyone (bridal party and guests) a champagne glass and I’m just wondering if the brides maids and grooms mens glasses need to match the bride and grooms glasses. I know it would look nicer, but it would be more cost efficient to get them cheaper glasses. What do I do?
Yes, everyone in the wedding party will have a glass and the guests will have one (the one they drank from) to take home at the end of the night.

We’re already buying her an individual wedding gift AND wedding shower gift. is it customary for the bridal party to buy the bride a joint gift in addition to this?

I consider the shower my present but was wondering if that is still the case. The bridal party all knows I am spending a good amount of money on the shower (2 of us are paying for it) and they keep asking me if I want to go in on a present for the bride. I feel kind of guilty but am spending enough money already. Please also note I am throwing the bachelorette party and am taking care of all the expense of the bride for the night.

Ring Pillows have a long and illustrious history. It was the custom in ancient Egypt to present wedding jewels on ornate pillows made especially for the occasion. And in ancient Rome, it was the custom of a royal page to “bear” and present the rings at important weddings. At some point in history, these customs merged and we have the Ring Bearer and the Ring Pillow. Also, the ring bearer role has largely been assigned to a young man between the ages of 6-10 usually to match the flower girl of the same age.

A Wedding Ceremony is a wonderful opportunity to include children. If you or your fiancee have a nephew, or a young cousin, or a friends’ child, or especially a child from a former marriage, this is a lovely and easy way to include them. The role is important and requires no speaking so can be done by even the shyest of children.To make this an enjoyable experience for all, here are three tips I have found useful in having children as ring bearers.

1. Attire: Ring bearers usually mirror what the groomsmen are wearing. So, if the groomsmen are wearing dark suits, the ring bearer would as well. Some ring bearers also wear the same cummerbunds that the groom is wearing. If it is not possible to find a suit that small, the ring bearer can wear something similar that has the same formal feel.

2. Ring Pillow: Most ring pillows have ties on them so that the rings can be tied securely. If you are still concerned, you can also tack the rings on as well. The most important thing is that everyone feel comfortable with how the rings are fastened on the pillow. If the child is very young, have one of the bridal party be in charge of the pillow until it is time for the processional.

3. Processional and Recessional: The Ring Bearer and Flower Girl should be present at the rehearsal so that they can practice walking in and out to the music. When it is time for the rings to be presented, the Best Man should practice with the Ring Bearer to see that the rings can be easily removed. The Ring Bearer should know where to stand and how to present the pillow and then where to go after he has presented the rings. Having him practice several times will do a lot for his confidence.

Including children in your wedding adds charm and the feeling that all generations from the very young to the elderly, are represented.

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So you’ve narrowed down your selection of potential wedding photographers. You’ve now got to decide between two or three. You like their work and they have similar rates and packages. But you still aren’t sure who to hire. What else can you do to help make your decision? Contact the photographers who made it to your ‘short list’ and ask them some key questions…

The rates are important, yes and of course you’ll want to inquire about them. But once you’ve got a fairly clear idea of the amount you can expect to pay, there are several other things you should make sure of as well…

The first and maybe most important question you’ll want to ask: Does the photographer provide you with a detailed shot-list to fill out prior to your wedding?

This list is invaluable for you and for your photographer. On this list, you’ll fill out the names of the wedding party and family members so your photographer knows who is who, without you having to take time from your wedding day to make extra introductions.

Then you fill out information about the various shots you want. Do you want photos of the wedding party getting ready? Bridal party and groom’s party? Do you want family photos before and after the ceremony? Do you want photos of the cake cutting and the signing of the legal documents? How much time are you allotting for each activity?

All of these details (and more) can be arranged with your photographer weeks or months in advance by filling out this shot list. This ensures you and your photographer both know what to expect and how much time you have for each location and activity. Things go so much more smoothly when those things are worked out ahead of time!

Another important question to ask your potential photographer: If you hire them, will they give you a free consultation before your wedding date?

The answer to this should always be yes. Whether it’s in person or by telephone, at least a few days prior to your wedding, you and your photographer should have a one-on-one discussion about the kinds of photos you envision for your wedding day. Especially if you plan on having formal/posed shots of the bride and groom alone. Where would you like to do those? Would you like them to be posed, or would you like something more casual? Do you have any special ideas in mind? These are things that are best discussed in person with the photographer so you can both be clear about your vision and your needs for your wedding photography.

A question that should definitely be a deciding factor in who you hire, is: How soon after your wedding can you expect to receive your photos? Anything under 30 days is reasonable. More than 30 days is not.

A few other things you may want to ask about as well:

Does the photographer have portable lighting in case of bad weather or in case of a dim, indoor location? You want to be sure to hire someone who is prepared for any eventuality.

Do they work in digital or film or both? These days, most photographers work strictly in digital, so you’d think you wouldn’t even need to ask. But occasionally a photographer will use both and you may want to specify this just in case there’s an extra charge for whatever they shoot in film.

A VERY important thing to make sure of before hiring any kind of service supplier for your wedding – including your photographer – is if they provide a contract and invoices and/or receipts. Don’t hire anyone who doesn’t provide you with some form of documentation for your transactions. Contracts and invoices/receipts are for your benefit and protection just as much as they are for the tradespeople and service suppliers you hire.

Always, ALWAYS make sure you get a signed contract upon paying any deposit fee.

Which reminds me… You should also ask your potential photographer if they require a booking fee/deposit. A professional photographer will require this, so expect them to say yes. The average professional photographer doesn’t tend to charge more than $500 for a deposit, often a bit less. This deposit guarantees the photographer’s availability for your date and time.

Make sure that the booking fee is refunded from the total sum agreed upon for your wedding photography contract.

And you should ask when you’re expected to pay the entire sum for your wedding photography. Some photographers invoice you after your wedding, some require full payment by the day of. Either is acceptable, but more often than not, you’ll be expected to make the full payment on or before your wedding day. This applies to paying videographers as well.

One last thing you might want to ask is if Photoshop image re-touching is included in the photographer’s rates or if they charge extra for that? It’s something that should be included; charging an additional fee for re-touching is a bit unscrupulous.

In this age of digital photography, Photoshop (or an equivalent program) is exactly like a darkroom. Contrast and colour are corrected and adjusted. Blemishes are removed, focus is sharpened, effects can be added, images can be produced in black and white as well as colour.

Making these adjustments to photos is all part of a professional photographer’s job and you should not be expected to pay extra money for this service. If someone doesn’t include this service in their photography rates, I would recommend that you hire someone else who does.

Now that you’ve asked these questions, you can base your decision on the answers you get from the photographers you’re considering hiring. And you should expect a conscientious photographer to ask you some questions too.

Tamea Burd is a professional photographer based in Vancouver BC. She specializes in wedding photography and portrait photography. Visit her website Tamea Burd Photography

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Planning your wedding is no easy task, here are over 10 tips that will make or break your wedding. But how do you go about planning a cheap wedding? We all want that perfect wedding that people talk about for years to come. Here are a few tips to help you out:

-First pick a theme

-Set your budget

-decide whether you want to shop online or offline

-look around craft stores for deals on candles, decorations etc.

-Find a minister to marry you

-Decide on attendants and groomsmen

-Find dresses / Decide on Tuxedos

-Choose Flowers

-Choose Caterer and plan menu

-Budget & Guest List: Master Guest list, respondents, thank you notes, money saving tips, budget, schedules

-Ceremony: Invitations, ceremony ideas, church information, programs, readings, Reception: Location, food, cake, music/DJ

-Decorations: Flowers, centerpieces, favors, guestbook, memorial ideas, church decorations

-Clothing: Groom and bridal party, parents

-Bride: Gown, shoes, hair, makeup, accessories

-Photo /Video: Vendors must have pictures, video camera availability

-Registry: Wish list, registry lists, ideas

-Miscellaneous: Shower ideas, attendant gift ideas

Wedding Planning is just that, it takes planning! You need to sit down with your husband/wife and talk it over. Sit down and discuss it, hear both of your ideas. The key to planning a perfect wedding is communication, without it things tend to go wrong. There are alot of people that do not know that you can cost your wedding cost down by as much as 30%! You can also get dresses for dirt cheap, yet most people do not know this information.

Planning a cheap wedding does not have to be hard, you need to dig deep and look around on the net to find out whats inflated and whats not. You do not want to be embarrassed; I have seen people suffer embarrassment after planning a wedding that did not go as planned! There’s no need for anyone’s wedding to turn into a total nightmare, that’s just unacceptable.
You would like a wedding that people talk about for year’s right? That’s perfectly fine and normal, that special day only comes once a year. You want to find a quick way to get the wedding planning done right? My blog goes into detail about how to plan a cheap wedding.

These are just a few tips, but do you want to know more? There are many more things to consider when planning a wedding, but if I went into dept about them all, this article would be very long and confusing. That’s why you can check out my blog for more free information; it really gets in dept with wedding planning. Feel free to look around on my blog and get more information. Good luck!

Corey The Wedding Planner is a wedding enthusiast and self proclaimed planner. His blog at Planning a cheap wedding blog [http://weddingplanningbasics.blogspot.com/] offers simple yet important information for anyone thats planning a wedding.

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The flower girl is the bride’s ambassador! While petite in size, she has a significant role in the wedding, walking down the aisle, dropping petals, preparing the way for the entrance of the bride.

Tradition holds that a girl carrying flowers should bring extra good luck to the marriage. After the bride, the flower girl is the member of the bridal party most capable of stealing the hearts of all the guests. In choosing the flower girl dress, consider the style, colour, fabric and formality of the occasion. The flower girl should not outshine the bride, but complement her gown while blending with the bridesmaids’ outfits.

The Flower Girl Gown

Although bridal styles change from season to season, flower girl fashion has changed very little. The gown is always classically “little princess” in style but in keeping with the style of ceremony – church wedding, beach wedding or garden wedding.

A flower girl’s gown should complement the bride. It can be bridal white or ivory, the same colour as the bridesmaid’s gowns, or a contrasting colour that complements the outfits of the entire party. If white is chosen for the flowergirl’s gown, a colour sash may be used to tie it in with the colour of the bridesmaid’s gowns.

The age of the flower girl is a factor when choosing the length of her gown. A small child could trip over a long skirt, so ankle length is better for the “little ones”. A younger girl (say 5-6 years old) can wear an ankle length “princess” style dress, while an older girl (10-12 years) might prefer a more sophisticated silhouette with more length. While traditional formal weddings do tend towards floor-length gowns, practicality should be considered as well.

If you are having several flower girls of varying ages, you can co-ordinate their dress styles using colour, fabric and accessories such as flowers or jewellery.

Whatever the style you choose, avoid those that will make your flower girl look too sophisticated for their age. This is an occasion when you want to play up her little girl charms. When else can she have the joy of wearing rustling silk or satin gowns, full petticoats, tulle skirts and big bows?

Perhaps this is why flower girl fashion has remained constant over the years – little girls love dressing up!

Fabric Choice

Fabrics such as polyester and cheap lace can be very itchy. No matter how precious the flower girl looks, if her gown and shoes are uncomfortable, it will be reflected in her face and behaviour. Scratchy gowns and tight shoes can cause everything from fidgeting to temper tantrums, so take this issue seriously in order to not interrupt the ceremony itself.

If possible, invest in a better fabric, keeping in mind that the dress doesn’t have to be a “one-time” dress. It can be re-worn often, from a portrait sitting to a birthday. It can also be preserved and handed down as an heirloom once the child grows out of it.

Choose fabrics that aren’t wrinkle prone, such as silk, satin or velvet for the best results. Dupion silk does have a reputation for creasing, but it is actually a pronounced fold that the fabric develops in line with the vertical or horizontal threads, and as such does not appear crushed.

Fabrics and colours for flower girl gowns vary greatly depending on the time of year and the location. If the wedding is in autumn or winter, rich fabrics such as velvet, satin and silk are popular choices not just for their beauty, but because they will keep the chills away. For a spring or summer wedding, lighter fabrics such as dupion silk, delustered satin and tulle.

For the cooler months, a gown with sleeves may be considered, but as the ceremony is usually indoors at this time of year, perhaps a wrap or shawl would be a better choice, allowing clothing to be removed in layers as suits.

Colour will primarily be dependent on the bride’s choice for the wedding party.

Also, wait until the very last possible minute to dress your flower girl. Her dress will be free from wrinkles, and you won’t have to worry about any food or drink spills just before the ceremony. A nice comfortable robe for the child to wear prior to the final dressing is a good idea.

Shoes

Flower girl shoes can be a satin or silk “streetwear” style ballet shoe or similar flat shoe that is comfortable and complements the fabric and colour of her gown. If having a beach wedding, a flower girl may go barefoot with a petite silver or gold fine chain anklet or ankle bracelet.

A young child in uncomfortable shoes will fidget, so regardless of anything else ensure that the shoes for the flower girl fit well and are comfortable. If the shoes are stiff, tight, unworn or new it’s a good idea to slip them onto the child at the last minute.

Hair

A “fresh” look is perfect for a flowergirl. If the girl has natural curls let her hair flow naturally with a flower or a hairpin to finish it off. Floral or ribbon head wreaths, and lightly jewelled tiaras are also popular. if you prefer a bun, adorn it with flowers or hair jewellery matching the bride’s attire, always remembering a flower girl represents youth in the bridal party. An elegant silk tiara adorned with satin ribbons flowing gentle behind her hair would also be appropriate.

Flower Girl Jewellery

Flower girl jewellery should be be kept simple. A delicate necklace and bracelet is usually enough to compliment the gown, but tiaras, headpieces, chokers, earrings, and hairpins can also be worn. Simple silver or gold with pearls or coloured Swarovski crystal provides an inexpensive yet elegant finishing touch to the flowergirl ensemble.

Young children may be unused to wearing any jewellery at all and it may become a distraction to them. If this is the case then some pretty hair jewellery (small crystal clips and hair slides) and a simple bracelet would be the best choice.

A wide range of flower girl jewellery and junior bridesmaid jewellery is available online, however many of the pieces marketed in this way are just downsized bridal pieces which may be too flashy for a flower girl to wear, and run the risk of detracting from the bride. Look for formal jewellery specifically made in children’s sizes, of a style intended for a flower girl rather than a bride

On the practical side look for a sturdy lobster style clasp to reduce the possibility of loss, and be aware of “spiky bits” on the jewellery that a young child may inadvertently catch on the gown causing damage, or worse, cause injury to themselves with.

Makeup

The flower girl theme is “natural” and a minimum of makeup is a must. A little light lip gloss, some light foundation, and a touch of mascara to highlight her eyes. Don’t forget the sunscreen as majority of photos are taken outside – give some thought to using a foundation that has a 30+SPF factor.

Nails

Nail decoration is best kept to a minimum – simply filed to shape and a light clear coat applied. Many brides prefer their flower girls to either wear a light pastel or natural colour, or just a shiny clear lacquer. No bright reds or sparkly kiddy purples!!!

Flowers

A basket of flowers carried by the flowergirl is a tradition, regardless of the whether the flowergirl carries out her traditional role of sprinkling petals in the bride’s path as she walks down the aisle.

As a bridal fashion accessory, a small posy of flowers is also popular, and usually matching the floral adornments (bouquets, buttonholes, etc) of the rest of the bridal party.

Flowers worn in the hair are also a traditional touch, either as flowers woven into the hair style, floral headbands, or flowers attached to hair clips. Artificial silk or satin flowers can be used, as well as fresh flowers.

In all floral adornments and bouquets try to use miniature flowers. A flower girl is half (or less) the size of anyone else in the bridal party, and the size of the flowers should be scaled down accordingly.

Dress Care

Some simple storage and handling advice for your flower girl gown:

• Always dry-clean the gown
• Wash your hands before handling the gown.
• When packing the gown in a box or chest, pack with acid free tissue paper.
• Keep the box stored out of direct sunlight and away from moisture, and away from household fumes and pollutants.
• Store the box where vermin and insects can not get to it.
• Ensure there is adequate air circulation around the box to prevent mustiness.
• To hang the gown, use a material coated hanger and place the gown in a sealed garment bag.

Other Resources

• Flower Girl Dresses By Jennifer Catherine Design
• Flower Girl Jewellery By Silver Bells And Cockle Shells

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Once all of the wedding invitation responses have been returned it’s up to the bride and groom to determine where each attending guest should be seated. It sounds like an easy task, but it often isn’t. Before long, the bride is remembering that Uncle Fred refuses to speak to Aunt Mary, and a couple of the groom’s friends have just had a falling out over a girl. Then there’s the group of ten friends that you want to have sitting together, but your tables only seat eight people. Obviously you can’t let guests wander into the reception hall and choose where they’d like to sit, so the fun job begins of sorting everyone into somewhat amicable groupings where hopefully no one’s feelings will be hurt.

Place card holders can come in handy at weddings, especially for larger groups of people. They can be used in several ways, depending on your preferences. Place card holders can be set up at the entrance to the reception hall where guests can find them as they enter. In this case, the cards should list the guest’s name and their table name or number. The guest can then bring their place card holder to their table and use the holder to save their place.

An alternative to this is to already have each place card holder set at each place setting. This does not allow the guests an option of choosing their seat at their assigned table, but it does mean that you can more easily keep some distance between guests who may not see eye to eye. One drawback to this option is that earlier guests who don’t like their seat may start to rearrange the place card holders to better suit themselves. If you’re concerned this might happen, have a member of the bridal party watching as guests enter the hall.

If you have a smaller wedding and aren’t as concerned with where everyone is sitting, or if you have a table guide listing each guest and their table number, you can still incorporate place card holders as fun keepsakes for your guests to take home. Instead of using them for names, you can print a thank-you message on the cards, or even a line or two of romantic verse. By using them in a less practical way, you can a bit of fun and whimsy to your reception decor.

The great thing about place card holders is that they are available in a huge variety of shapes, colors and themes. You can choose the more traditional looking miniature frame, or you can opt for coasters, luggage tags, tealights or keychains just to mention a few. Whatever your theme, you’re sure to find the perfect place card holders for your wedding.

Oh, and once you get the seating arrangements figured out, don’t forget to add an extra place or two for guests who show up even though they said they wouldn’t be. There will always be a surprise or two, and it’s better to be prepared.

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Every bride has a vision of her wedding party as they walk down the aisle. You have a color in mind, a style and your maids have been carefully chosen. Shopping for your bridesmaid dresses should be easy, but its not. Maids or mom do not like the style, the color or the fabric. Take the sting out of shopping for your bridesmaid dresses by keeping in mind your maids body shape and their budget.

Pre shop for your maids with just ONE trusted friend, the maid of honor, your sister or your mother. Look at the different styles, colors and fabrics and narrow down your choices to no more than three dresses. Then make an appointment with the salon to bring your maids to pick THE dress, giving all the maids a choice and a vote.

When pre shopping, its really important to keep your maids body shape in mind. Happy maids equal a happy wedding. If they are uncomfortable in the style you have chosen, you will have problems. You need to concentrate on dresses that will flatter their figures, are within their budget and whether they want to wear the dress again. If you choose a knee length dress, they will have to buy matching shoes which needs to be added to their budget costs.

No one has a bridal party where everyone is built the same or has perfect figures. Every body shape is different. and none are perfect. What will flatter your size 8 sister may look awful on a size 20 best friend. If you have a large busted maid, you can not expect her to go bra-less in a plunging neckline. She will be uncomfortable, you will be uncomfortable.

Do not hesitate to ask your bridal consultant for help in choosing dresses that will flatter your maids. Tell the consultant the range of sizes, keeping in mind that their regular size will not be the same in a maids dress. Maids dresses run smaller because they are cut directly to the body, there is no ease or wiggle room in the dress. If your friend is a size 12 in regular clothes and you order a size 12, chances it will not fit her. Bridesmaid dresses are sized by measurements and they run small.

If one of your maids is a plus size, she will have to pay extra for a larger size. It is a manufacturers charge, it costs more money to produce because they use more fabric. You need to keep her in mind when choosing a dress. You do not want to put a plus size gal in a mermaid silhouette unless she is built perfectly in proportion. You also do not want to put any pear shaped or larger hipped maid in a sleek mermaid silhouette. It will not flatter them. Instead, choose a softly flowing A line skirt that flows over the hips. Your maid will look slimmer, she will be comfortable and you will be happier.

If you have a maid who is very large busted, avoid plunging necklines or any dress neckline where she can not wear a strapless bra. Many of today’s strapless dresses have built in bras and detachable spaghetti straps. Be aware that some maids will still have to wear a strapless bra. Look for a dress with a straight across strapless neckline that comes up high enough on the bodice to hid the cleavage.

If you have maids that are thick in the waistline, look for empire waist or baby doll dresses. Wrapped waist dresses that wrap to the side of the dress are very slimming and give the illusion of having a smaller waistline.

If you have a maid that is very small busted, bra cups sewn into her dress can even up her figure. It is a very common alteration and very inexpensive.

If your maids want to wear the dress again, the truth is that they probably will not because a bridesmaid dress is a formal dress. However, if you choose a color that they can wear again and a simple elegant style, they can. Long dresses can be shortened to knee or tea length. Brooches can be unpinned, straps or a little jacket or shawl can be worn with it. If you INSIST on putting them in baby pink poofy rouched pick up skirts, make sure they are all up for it and can afford the expenditure before you commit to the purchase.

Another thing to keep in mind is that not all dresses and styles come in all colors. If you just have to have a color, you will waste a lot of time shopping and limit yourself to very few choices. Instead, shop for the style and pick a shade variation based on your color choice. And please consider whether the color will be flattering on your bridesmaids.

The quality of the dress does matter. If you fall in love with a bridesmaid dress your maids can not afford, and you see a knock off of the dress for a ridiculously low price, it is not going to be the same dress you saw in a salon. The fit will be different, the cut will be different, the fabric will be different. It probably will not have that cool built in bra or enough support to keep the girls in place. It probably will wrinkle more than the original because they are using lower grade fabric. If you do not see it and can not touch it, please do not buy it sight unseen. You will save yourself and your bridesmaids a lot of disappointment.

Rose Trifero is an internationally known expert in the field of weddings and bridal fashions. She has been involved in the industry for over 31 years and has written and been quoted in national bridal magazines including Vows, the magazine for bridal professionals. She has also spent 31 years running a bridal salon. She is also the force behind http://www.beachbride2be.com, a source of information for destination weddings and http://www.WeddingLoco.com a free wedding planning site.

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I bet that you heard the following statements relating to weddings:

In the past, tradition called for the bride and her family to plan, and be responsible for the wedding. The groom and his family were often, but not always, asked to participate in specific aspects such as: Flowers for the bride, the mothers, the groom and male attendants, Music and the Officiant.

Times, they are changing!

The traditional family of “Leave it to Beaver” where the man worked out of the house, supporting the family while the wife stayed home caring for the home and the children is reserved to too few families.

Today, both men and women work, earning a living and sharing responsibilities for the home and the children. It has become commonplace for men to shop, do housework and care for their children. In fact the term “House Husband” no longer sounds strange. Also, More and more brides and grooms live together prior to marriage.

The traditional responsibility of the bride’s parents to plan and fulfill their daughter’s dream wedding has shifted. Today, a majority of the working brides and grooms pay all, or a large percentage of the wedding costs.

Another change in the wedding scene is the large number of brides and grooms who have been married before. Their weddings may include children.

So, who’s wedding is it anyway?

The bride’s and the groom’s of course!

In fact, quite frequently, it is recognized not only with engagement parties for both but also with wedding showers where both bride and groom are showered with gifts. Did you notice the change from BRIDAL SHOWER to WEDDING SHOWER?

Though there are still some aspects specific to brides or grooms, they should plan their big day together. It is important that each of them bears the responsibility and commitment to their relationship as a soon to be a married couple. Preparing for their wedding dayis a great excercise. It is also an important judge as to how comfortable with, and yielding to each other the bride and groom are.

Today’s grooms are just as excited as their brides at the prospect of their upcoming marriage. They do not want to be guests at their own wedding. Rather, they want to be active participants in planning their wedding and honeymoon with their brides. They want to contribute financially, they want their opinions considered and they want to be involved in the decision making. Working as a team planning the wedding, gives the bride and groom a wonderful opportunity to dream together, share their thoughts, plan together and have the wedding of their dream. All the while, sharing the excitement, fun and occasional disagreements and resolutions, associated with wedding planning and later, with married life.

Working together brings the bride and groom closer together as they learn more and more about each other, and is a good beginning to later, jointly plan their life together.

We have seen the trend gaining momentum, as brides often ask A-wedding Day how to involve their grooms in planning their wedding. We have also noticed a dramatic increase in the number of men purchasing not only jewelry and gifts, but wedding accessories for the ceremony and reception.

You plan to share your life as a couple, you owe it to both of you to plan your wedding as a couple. You’ll enjoy a rewarding experience, the memories of which will last a lifetime.

Copyrights © 2007 All Rights Reserved Nily Glaser

Nily Glaser who is an educator and a published author, is the CEO of A-wedding Day at: http://www.a-weddingday.com

She writes important articles, and has presented workshops for wedding professionals all over the USA.

Nily Glaser pays special attention to enlighten educators, families and wedding professionals.
Her web site is a very popular Wedding Resource and Information Center, and a discount shopping mall for wedding gifts, supplies and bridal accessories including the exclusive line of Wedding Accessories By Nily.

A-wedding day specializes in theme and family weddings and in do it yourself projects.

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