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We are proud to announce Kim Moss, AAWP ProMember and AAWP Certified Wedding Planner has published Black Bag Bridal, a new online quarterly magazine specifically for brides over 40, encore brides and brides of color.  Visit the site to check out the first ten pages free!

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Gentility is an acquired skill, it takes time to learn and time to craft it in such a way that it becomes a part of your DNA. When children are toddlers they're like bulls in china shops and one thing that is said to them is "be gentle".  Once they understand that things are fragile, they get it and all you need to say is "be gentle".  Being gentle is sometimes hard to do especially

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Manners or as the old schooler's call it "home training" is really key when you are going from single to married.  Saying please, thank you, your welcome and other simple pleasantries are not to be left out or ignored when dealing with your spouse.  Its easy to be polite to those outside of your home, they're meeting your representative.  At home, your representative doesn't really

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This is going to be the hardest thing to add to your list - accepting differences.  I went to a wedding a couple of days ago and one of the things the officiant reminded the couple, as well as the audience was that it was necessary to accept the differences your spouse and you have,  It is important to be clear - we aren't talking about a difference of opinion; we're talking about

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We know what you're saying - the word date, and any iteration of it is not in your vocabulary, you're about to be married! Well, here's the thing - you have to continue to have a date with your spouse!  It doesn't have to be fancy either, especially given the economic climate.  Date night can be a regular night each week that you agree can never be cancelled (unless its a true emergency

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Should you share your wedding details via social media? Is it proper etiquette?  Here's the thing, a wedding is a sacred, serious life changing ceremony for grown ups - its not something done in 140 characters or less.  Yes, the planning is exciting, you want to tell the world you're getting married, but should you really?  We agree that its great to share the news of your

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It's September and time to think about whether or not you want to change careers or not.  Do you love weddings? Have you watched the bridal shows on television and think - I can do that, its not that hard! Have you planned weddings as a favor to friends or relatives for free and think, I should do this all the time but get paid? Do you have what it takes?  Well if you answered yes to

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Did you know that you can even DIY your wedding bands? Yes you can, and its pretty cool if you're looking for the unusual rings.  We're not talking about twigs and rings from the Cracker Jack box either!  Real 14k and 18k rings!  Making it yourself would be a plus to ensure the right size and style are what you really want.  This leads us to promise #2 - wearing your wedding

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No you're not reading it wrong - this is a real deal! Aqua Hotels in Hawaii offer the perfect package for those who are looking to do something different and not have a minimum number of guests, rooms or any of those pesky things that come with destination weddings! No contracts – Aside from our standard cancellation policies** (72 hours prior to arrival date), you aren’t bound to any contracts

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Promise #1:  Start each day with a kiss.  Remember how you first started out? Once you got that first kiss out of the way, you wanted to kiss your fiancee as often as possible - for the littlest things!  Now that you're planning your big day, kisses for no reason at all seem normal  right now but as you get closer to the wedding and stress levels begin to take over, that will

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You are so excited about being engaged and the wedding you probably haven't thought about after the wedding.  That's when the work comes in - the marriage.  We're going to count down the 50 promises you need to make to yourself as you're getting ready for your big day. While some of these may seem like "duh!" its important to realize that its easy to not do these things.  This is a

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Denim & Diamonds in 2012 will be our event on February 12 at the Holiday Inn-Laurel.  Stay tuned for more details and how you can be a part of it.

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Get it straight from the source! Calling all DIY brides and grooms - if you're looking for answers to saving money on your wedding and wedding related events, this is the showcase for you.  Come find steals and deals, win great prizes, talk with vendors who can make your day special without it costing a fortune!  Follow us via email to get the inside scoop first or even better -

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American Academy of Wedding Professionals DC Chapter and Black Bag Productions invite you to explore creative solutions.  Calling all vendors to participate in our Fall DIY Wedding Showcase scheduled for November 5 from 1 to 4pm.   Live demonstration for attendees, add items to goodie bags and more.  Space is limited and the early bird rate is offered through September 30.&

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One of our favorite event planners, Diane Freeland, owner of Events of Sophistication, is hosting Cigars & Cufflinks on October 6 from 5:30 to 9:30pm.  This is a great opportunity for your groom to spend time with other grooms and get answers to questions that he may have had but didn't want to ask you - the bride! Remember, its his day too, not just you - make sure he goes to Cigars &

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Are you certified when it comes to Alcohol?  Why should you be? If you are a professional planner, you need to get this training! Its fun and best of all, you find out information you may not have known!  AAWP-DC Chapter will offer BEST training in October. Stay tuned for location and time! Maryland's BEST, Beverage, Education and Server Training is the only responsible alcohol

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Check out these books from our favorite author! AAWP founder, Deb McCoy.  Look for Deb's column in the November issue of Black Bag Bridal magazine.Weddings A-Z

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Creating your wedding favors, gifts and other accessories for your day are not as difficult as you might think.  If you have time to create it, then why not?  Come see us and get ideas and more - you will have a wedding day that is uniquely your style!  Tabletop ideas, centerpieces, napkin folds, drink creations, we've thought of things that can save you money while giving you

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Need to add some bling without blowing your budget?  Come learn how to create your own bling to your wedding accessories! Swarovski crystals to help you sparkle from head to toe - come see how you can look like a million!  Save the date - November 5!

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Its always good to keep them guessing! Need to plan a special getaway? Need to find that perfect honeymoon? Come see us and we'll show you how to find great honeymoon deals with Apple Vacations, Travel Impressions, Norwegian Cruises, Royal Caribbean, Sandals, Breezes, Couples and many others. 

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Edible flowers, edible diamonds, chocolates, silver, gold, its the ultimate accessory for making magic with beverages both alcoholic and non alcoholic.  We love Dress the Drink products and will showcase ideas we know you've never dreamed of that you can have for your wedding day and any other special events.  Make sure you mark your calendar for our event!

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We'll have the best of the best when it comes to romance - Pure Romance will be on hand to show you the latest in romance enhancers, designer toys, bath and body, books and more. The products are luxurious and there is something for everyone - you don't want to miss the opportunity to create your own trousseau and romance kit with items from Pure Romance.

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Happy Sunday! We were away last week and apologize for not staying in touch, but we're back and will resume our daily dose of bridal info tomorrow morning at 10am.

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We have become so used to using social media in our everyday lives that we think EVERYTHING should be shared on Facebook or Twitter.  Should you share your wedding details via social media? Is it proper etiquette?  Here's the thing, a wedding is a sacred, serious life changing ceremony - its not something done in 140 characters or less.  Details of planning are exciting, you want

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So you're engaged and now you're watching shows that have everything to do with weddings and think you can do it better.  Planning any event takes organization, patience, an eye for detail and the ability to take even an "old" idea or theme and turn it upside down.  Our DIY Showcase will be the thing that you can do and be yourself.  Who needs a cookie cutter wedding? You don't!

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