Your son is all grown up and is getting married. So now you’re not just mom; you’re the mother of the groom. That statement alone is jam-packed with emotions, but add in the stress of planning a wedding, and you have more than enough to push a newly engaged couple’s parents over the edge. Though the …
The day your sister stands by you as you say “I do” is a day that will forever be engraved in your memory. So why should she be the maid of honour? Maids are typically considered to have an important role, often coveted and sought after and has been there for you through thick and thin. You can’t …
If you are in a committed relationship and you want to decline being asked by your friend to be their bridesmaid, will this hurt the friendship? The answer may depend on the history of your friendship. For example, some companies might not survive if one person declines such an honour, while others might not even notice or care. It’s …
Planning a wedding is always stressful, especially when you’re trying to keep it affordable. It’s easy to feel the pressure between all the decisions to be made, the number of vendors to coordinate, and the sheer importance of the whole thing. Add to that the fact that the average wedding costs, and it’s enough to send anyone’s …
One of the most important decisions a bride has to make is what she wants her wedding dress to look like in the future. Should I get my wedding dress preserved? The decision to preserve your wedding dress is a personal one. However, if you are considering preservation, make sure that it will be something you …
Bridesmaids and maid of honour are two essential roles of the bridal party in a wedding. Before selecting the right person for each role, you should know the exact difference between these two roles. The main difference between bridesmaid and maid of honour is that the bridesmaid is a young woman who serves as the bride’s …
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“Can wedding dresses be dyed?” This is a common question that many brides may ask themselves. There are so many different reasons that you may want to dye your wedding dress. Maybe you are not into the traditional white and enjoy your creative side to take over. Perhaps a slight off-pink is what you’ve been …
“Are wedding favours necessary?” This is a ubiquitous question that many brides ask as they try to determine the best use of their budget. But, unfortunately, there is no easy answer. When it comes to wedding favours, there are a lot of different options. Some couples don’t think the expense is necessary and opt for something …
Many things go into planning a simple wedding. You’ll need to consider the venue, flowers, catering, music selection, and more. This blog post will outline some of these necessary steps for you. We hope this will be helpful in your journey as well as make it easier for everyone else involved with your special day! Planning a …
A reception menu made up of cheap wedding food can free up money to spend on other aspects of your wedding and leave your guests none the wiser about your budget-saving efforts. With various wedding reception food ideas on a budget, you can easily create a low-cost menu that will satisfy and please every stomach. If you’re …
Our wedding bands are supposed to match? It’s the question that every couple will inevitably face but not necessarily know how to answer. Unfortunately, the answer is a little more complicated than you might think. The traditional meaning behind matching rings was to signify the unity of two people as one, and this sentiment remains valid today …
You’ve spent months hiring the vendors, choosing the flowers and décor, and generally figuring out how to make all the details of your wedding day flow together flawlessly. But how can you be sure that everyone is on the same page when the big day arrives? So much of the wedding is dependent on the …
Your wedding is probably the priciest party you’ll ever throw in your life. It’s easy to say you’ll stick to a budget or have tons of great DIY details, but at the end of the day, your venue and catering bill could amount to way more than you imagined. It’s essential to understand how your budget will be broken …
Tips for Planning a Military Wedding For each branch of the armed forces, different wedding customs and rituals apply which showcase national pride and loyalty. Here, some tips for planning your military wedding. Consider a Military Chapel or Academy Grounds Many military weddings take place at military chapels or on academy grounds (Army, Navy, or …
