How Much Does Each Aspect of a Wedding Usually Cost?
No Comments »It’s no surprise that the average couple now spends about $30,000 on their wedding day; after all, it’s not every day that everyone you love is gathered in one place to celebrate a very special time in your life. While costs vary according to the type of wedding and geographical location, the typical breakdown of [...]
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Who’s Who in the Wedding Party
No Comments »Who knew planning a wedding would be like staging a major Broadway production? To help out with your co-directorial debut, we’ve prepared a cross-section of the wedding day cast of characters. (Keep in mind that most roles can be played by either gender, and by as many people as you want.) Read More
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6 New Spins on Classic Marriage Proposals
No Comments »Looking for a unique way to propose? Here are six new spins on classic marriage proposals. And are they actually good ideas? Read More
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Top 10 Groom Tips
No Comments »You bought the ring, popped the question, and now you get to kick back until your wedding day rolls around, right? Well, that’s one option, but the best way to keep her happy — and you out of the doghouse — is to get involved. Here are our top tips for being a great groom. [...]
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How to Negotiate with Your Wedding Vendors
No Comments »We’re pretty sure you’ve been told to negotiate with your vendors to get a good price. You can’t begin to think about negotiating if you’re even slightly unsure of how much you want to spend. You’ll need to do a bit of research to figure out how much you can afford to spend on each [...]
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Creative Wedding Favors
No Comments »Tired of seeing the same keychains and bubbles in every wedding favor catalogue? Here are ten ideas for wedding favors that your guests will remember long after the big day. Read More
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How to Create a Wedding Budget
No Comments »The best plan for creating a wedding budget is taking a series of important steps before making your first plan or purchase. You can’t create a realistic budget, one that will allow you to choose most of the elements you want for your big day, without knowing approximately what things cost in your area. Read [...]
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The First 10 Steps for Wedding Planning
No Comments »Congratulations! You’re about to embark on two amazing adventures – the first, of course, being your life as a wedded couple and the second being the exciting, yet often overwhelming process of planning a wedding. A wedding will probably be the biggest and most involved party or ritual either of you have ever put together. [...]
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Wedding Budget: Little Ways to Save
No Comments »It’s easy to sink $10,000 into a wedding. It’s an art to do it for $2,000. Unless you’re a die-hard traditionalist, you can save hundreds by cutting the cost of showy formalities like bridesmaid dresses (your friends will thank you) and even corsages. A backyard reception can be just as fun — and more intimate [...]
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Remarriage: Getting Started
No Comments »Getting remarried? Congratulations! This time around, anything goes. If your last wedding was in city hall, have the grand gala of your dreams. Prefer an intimate party with friends and family? That’s okay, too. Children are often a common addition to second (or third or fourth) weddings, making this a true family affair! Planning a [...]
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