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How Much Does Each Aspect of a Wedding Usually Cost?

admin — Sat, 30 Jul 2011 14:45:01 +0000

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 a wedding budget is as follows:

Who’s Who in the Wedding Party

admin — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 14:30:10 +0000

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.)

6 New Spins on Classic Marriage Proposals

admin — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 14:38:57 +0000

Looking for a unique way to propose? Here are six new spins on classic marriage proposals. And are they actually good ideas?

Top 10 Groom Tips

admin — Sun, 10 Apr 2011 14:25:42 +0000

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.

How to Negotiate with Your Wedding Vendors

admin — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 04:31:31 +0000

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 vendor.

Creative Wedding Favors

admin — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 01:27:53 +0000

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.

How to Create a Wedding Budget

admin — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 04:18:16 +0000

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.

The First 10 Steps for Wedding Planning

admin — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 01:06:33 +0000

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. Before you get overwhelmed, take a deep breath, then do these ten things.

Wedding Budget: Little Ways to Save

admin — Sun, 26 Sep 2010 13:39:25 +0000

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 — than one in a restaurant or banquet hall, where the space will cost you.

Remarriage: Getting Started

admin — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 13:46:55 +0000

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 wedding can be even more fun the second (or third) time around. Here’s what encore couples need to know.