Remember, you are only responsible for your own actions.  I know it’s embarrassing when Uncle Clyde hides the ring bearer pillow just ten minutes before the wedding ceremony, but really it doesn’t matter.  If you behave appropriately, the actions of your embarrassing relatives won’t really matter.  Make a goal to handle any situation calmly.  When something embarrassing happens, you may just need to step away and let someone else handle it.  Don’t let someone else ruin your wedding day.

A great way to handle these situations is to put everything into perspective.  In five years, you won’t care what Grandma decided to tell your husband about you as a child.  Someday, you really will think all this craziness is comical.  For now, just enjoy your beautiful wedding favors and your heart wedding theme.  Since you can’t control the actions of others, find a way to put them into perspective so that you can enjoy your wedding.

There are some steps that you can take to limit the embarrassment of family members at your wedding.  If you know that your Aunt Mavis will give a 30 minute toast, don’t put her name on the wedding program.  Give your DJ a list of people that will be offering wedding toasts and tell him not to open the floor to anyone else.  This way, when the wedding toasting flutes come out, you won’t have to worry.  Foresee potential problems and take care of them long before the wedding ceremony.

Your wedding and reception will be a wonderful way to celebrate your love and the start of your new life.  Remember to enjoy your day no matter what.  Every family has a few relatives that make things interesting; don’t think you are the only one.  Plan ahead and don’t worry about things that you can’t change.

What look are you trying to achieve for your wedding day?  Bear in mind that many brides try to coordinate their look to the theme of their wedding.  For example, if you have a beach wedding theme, you may want to have your hair down in sexy loose curls.  On the other hand, a stylish updo will look great at an elegant wedding reception.  Think about the look that you are trying to achieve and make a plan to achieve it.

Some brides choose to do their own hair and makeup on their wedding day.  If you are planning on attempting this, make sure you plan ahead.  Try the styles that you are considering several times before the wedding ceremony.  Make sure that you can easily get your hair to work every time.  Also practice your makeup.  Talk to others and get opinions.  Make sure that you will look great.  Planning ahead will ensure that you have enough time to practice and that you can schedule a professional if your plans do not work out.  Consider asking one of your bridesmaids to help you get ready on the big day.  As a special thank you, you can get them an extra special bridesmaid gift.

A few weeks before the wedding, it is time to start really preparing to look your best at your wedding.  If you are planning before the ceremony, it is a great time to start.  After all you don’t want to have a sunburn in your wedding photo albums.  A week before the ceremony you should schedule a facial.  This will help you skin to be perfectly clear and radiant on your wedding day. 

A few days before, many brides like to go in for a leg waxing.  This is a great way to ensure that your legs will be perfectly smooth, and picture perfect, when the bridal garter is removed.  Get your nails done as at this time as well.  If you are feeling stressed out by pre-wedding jitters, a massage is a great way to relax.

Your wedding rehearsal dinner is a great time to practice your makeup for the wedding ceremony.  If you have having your makeup done professionally, schedule a trial run just before the dinner.  Brides that are planning on doing their own makeup can simply use this opportunity to practice.

The most important beauty tip for brides to remember is to smile.  You are getting married.  No matter what, enjoy your special day with the man you love.  If you are happy, you will look great in all of your wedding albums.

One great way to save money on your wedding cake is to use wedding cake toppers to dress up a less formal cake.  I had a professional bakery bake up some simple home-style cakes which I topped with beautiful floral toppers from my florist.  Since I had elegant cake stands and amazing wedding cake toppers, the overall look was stunning.  Plus, it was hundreds of dollars less than a traditional wedding cake.  Funny wedding cake toppers could also work really well for a couple with a lot of personality.  A wedding cake topper is a great way to transform a simple cake into something amazing.

Many couples choose to purchase a smaller wedding cake and then to supplement their cake needs with sheet cake.  Your cake designer will easily be able to whip up sheet cakes with the same flavor and filling as your wedding cake.  Since sheet cakes are easier to decorate, they cost less.  This simple strategy can help you save quite a bit of money.  Maybe you can use the extra money to buy the wedding favors that you have been eyeing.

Cakes that require more skill will be more expensive.  As you consult with your cake designer, ask about cakes that will be less expensive.  Your designer will probably have many great ideas for you whether you are planning an event with a fall wedding theme or an Asian wedding theme, remember that some designs will be more affordable than others.  Really ornate cake and really minimalistic cakes tend to be more expensive since they require a greater level of skill to create.  Fondant covered cakes tend to be the most expensive cakes if they are created well; choose a cake with butter cream frosting to save money while still getting a beautiful wedding cake.

Another cost saving strategy to remember as you choose your wedding cake is that some bakeries are more expensive than others.  Shops that specialize in wedding cakes tend to charge a higher rate than bakeries that make cakes on the side.  Shop around looking for a great quote.  Remember that you can look through the wedding albums that bakeries normally have to get a good idea of the bakery’s skill and specialties.

You can have a great wedding cake and still have money to buy wedding invitations.  These strategies will help you find a great deal on your wedding cake.

When I receive an elegant wedding invitation, I know to expect an upscale event.  A contemporary wedding invitation lets me know that the couple is modern and sleek.  Often I base the wedding gifts that I select on the overall style of the invitation.  It is very important to choose wedding invitations that will accurately portray your style and event.

Luckily, there are many choices available.  I was shocked as I started planning my wedding to see the countless invitations that were available.  It seemed that there was every color, style, size and price range available.  These tips will help you narrow the field so that you can choose the wedding invitations that work best for you.

Start with your budget.  This is always the best place to begin.  How much can you spend on wedding invitations?  Determine your budget and then stick to it.  I found that it worked well to avoid looking at invitations out of my price range.  I tend to get attached to things and didn’t want to fall in love with wedding invitations that I couldn’t have.

Another thing to consider is the ability to match selected invitations to other wedding paper needs like the rehearsal dinner invitation, your engagement announcement or even your wedding ceremony program.  If having a matching set is important to you, make sure you look at invitations with this capability.

Start by narrowing the field.  Do you want your wedding invitations to be a certain color or style?  Look at available choices and then choose five or six favorites for further consideration.  Choosing one invitation from thousands can be difficult.  However, if you choose several favorites, you will make this decision a lot easier.

Once you have a few candidates for your invitation, get advice.  Friends, family and even your fiancée can provide valuable insight concerning the invitation that you should select.  Listen to everyone’s advice but remember the final decision is yours.  Make sure you choose an invitation that you love.

Choosing a wedding invitation can be a fun way to showcase your wedding theme to your guests before the wedding ceremony even begins.

I remember that working with the photographer was one of the most difficult aspects of my wedding.  Each photographer has a different style and skill level.  I knew what pictures I wanted in my wedding albums but I wasn’t always sure how to communicate my needs.  Luckily, I learned a few strategies along the way that I will pass on to you today.

Tip 1: Work to Create a Consistent Feel in Your Wedding Albums

I wanted my wedding albums to truly capture the feel of my wedding.  I included some of my wedding invitations, pressed flowers from the wedding ceremony and more.  One thing that I wished I had done was to communicate with my photographer the style that I was trying to achieve.  This would have given my wedding albums a more cohesive feel.

Tip 2:  Look at Portfolios Before Making a Final Selection

Look at your prospective photographers portfolio to get a good idea of their style and skills.  Look a variety of pictures including the bridal garter toss, the actual ceremony and maybe even a picture of the ring bearer.  Ask yourself, “Do I want my wedding pictures to look like this?”

Tip 3: Make a List

Every bride has a few pictures that she really wants to see.  Make a list of important events, people and things that you want to have photographed.  If you want a picture of your homemade wedding favor, be sure to ask.  This will make sure that your photographer doesn’t miss anything.  Of course, remember that your photographer will have some great ideas that you haven’t considered so leave room for their creativity as well.

Tip 4: Openly Communicate

You don’t want to run into any unpleasant financial surprises as you plan your wedding.  Make sure you and your photographer clearly discuss cost, services, final products expected and more.  It is a good idea to get everything and to safely store the contract in your wedding organizer.  Clear communication will help you and your photographer avoid conflict when it comes time to settle up.

I wish that I had these tips when I was planning my wedding.  It would have made communicating with my photographer so much easier.

Use a Box 

I really wanted a favor that would surprise and delight my friends.  Many brides choose to give small candies or chocolates as wedding favors.  I wanted something unique.  One idea that I had was to find small trinkets that could be placed into a wedding favor box.  This idea is an easy way to make any favor coordinate with your wedding colors.  You can easily find colored boxes or you may want to adorn white boxes with colored ribbons or stickers.  A homemade wedding favor would work perfectly using these little boxes.

Find a Variety  

I went to a great wedding a couple of weeks ago where the bride chose to offer a variety of options for the wedding favors.  She set up a cute display of cookies, muffins and other baked goods.  Guests were free to choose the items that they liked and package them to take home.  She offered customized bags and boxes for each of the guests in her wedding colors.  This casual set up was the perfect complement to her summer wedding theme.  All of the edible delights were displayed on beautiful platters in her color.  This fun favor was a great way to thank her guests for coming to the wedding.  I know that I was grateful the next morning when I enjoyed my cranberry bran muffin for breakfast.

Colored Items

Some items are available in your wedding colors.  These favors can be an especially fun way to showcase your wedding colors.  A candle wedding favor can work especially well.  Think about it, everyone loves candles and they are often available in almost any color imaginable.  Plus candles are a romantic option to help your guests recreate the romance of your wedding at home.  Many favor options are available in specific colors.  Consider finding candies, lotions, bath salts, kitchen items and more.

You worked hard to choose the perfect colors for your wedding.  Your wedding favors are a great place to show them off.  Whether you choose a beach wedding theme or an Asian wedding theme, you can find great wedding favors that highlight your colors.

Don’t worry, you can still have a fall themed wedding and make it classy and beautiful. Just be sure to find ways to add a touch of class instead of a touch of “red”.

Find the perfect location. You want something that screams beauty, not barnyard, or hunting lodge or anything along those lines.  Find an outdoor gazebo, a garden area or something similar instead.  Being careful of your location can be the difference between classy and redneck.

Choose your colors wisely. Stay away from anything resembling camo and stick to warm rich colors, including rich reds, brilliant oranges, warm creams and or deep browns.  Be sure to check with your bridesmaids as well because not just everyone can wear this color pallet well.

Be sure to pick the perfect time. Fall is not the same everywhere, consider your location, when the leaves will be turning and when it will get cooler.  Especially when considering an “outdoor” location you want to be sure you’re not tromping through too many piles of leaves or shivering because of the too cool fall air.

Don’t panic you can still have a fall wedding and not be considered an episode of My Big Fat Redneck Wedding.

According to the Internet Movie Database, here’s the scoop on who is getting married on the hot July date of July 10 – -

U.S. magazine Life & Style reports Blunt will become Mrs. Krasinski, Underwood will exchange vows with ice hockey ace Mike Fisher in Georgia and Vazquez will wed her longtime boyfriend, basketball star Carmelo Anthony, on the same day.

What’s your favorite thing about following celebrity brides?  Do you like the dresses? The fancy parties?  Or just the juicy gossip that surrounds them.

Leave me a comment and let me know!

How do you decide what to do? Do you “go it alone”, “let your mom help you plan”, “recruit all your best gal friends”, or hire that “expensive wedding planner” that all the girls drool over.  Think about it, this is your big day.  It’s truly all about you and the love of your life.  Sit back for a moment, think about what’s really important and then move forward.

Take the time to weigh the pros and cons of your decision.  Take the time to determine which aspects of your wedding are most important to you.  Then, you can logically and most happily move forward.

You can do it alone.  The choice is whether or not you want to.  There are other options.

I know your mom can get on your nerves, but she is also someone who knows you best so you might want to consider having her as your right hand gal when it comes to wedding planning.  Together you could grab a wedding organizer and get to work.

Or, you may choose to rally your friends and have them take part, just remember the more heads the more opinions there are on the table.

Then, there is the option of done for you!  This works best if you’re busy, you are less worried about all the details and you just want to hurry up and enjoy your big day.  This is when hiring a wedding planner, whether expensive or not is a good choice.

So what’s it going to be?  Just kidding, you don’t have to answer me right now.

Wedding favors have become one of the focal points of many wedding receptions.  Whether big or small, wedding favors are tokens of your special day that your guests get to take with them when they go.  Therefore many couples spend much time on this detail.

There are wedding favors for every wedding theme imaginable.  Your budget and creativity will most likely be your guidelines. 

When deciding on what wedding favors your reception will feature, you should first decide if you want a keepsake, or a practical gift.  Both are great choices, although practical gifts will be seen and used more.

With the wide variety of favors out there, your wedding favors can also double as table decorations at your reception.  There are several candles and frames that can work double duty at the reception.  If you decide to go with some sort of picture frame, you can use them at the reception to hold place or name cards on the tables.  That way your guests know exactly where to sit, and what to take with them.

There are also several favors that can work as bridesmaid and groomsmen gifts.  With cute manicure sets for the ladies and luggage tags for the men, there is a favor for every style and purpose. 

If your wedding budget is a little on the small side, there are several favors that are unique and cost efficient.  Magnets are a sweet memento that will surely to be used and appreciated by the recipient.  Wine bottle stoppers are also a great fit for a tight budget, and can easily be personalized. 

Probably one of the most popular favors is candy.  There are several different varieties of candy available, in containers that fit most wedding themes.  You can also get them in any color needed to match the theme of your wedding.

So, when planning your perfect wedding day, be sure you remember all the basics.  However, your favors, although a staple in most weddings, do not have to break your wedding budget.

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One of the main attractions of any wedding reception is the wedding cake.  For most brides, much planning goes into this one aspect.  Not only is the color, shape, and flavor of the cake important, but so is the cake topper.

Wedding cake toppers are a way for the bride and groom to add a little personality and style to their cake.  Toppers usually carry out the same theme as the rest of the wedding.  Toppers for the wedding cake are available in all sizes, shapes and themes and range in style from simple to elaborate.

With so many options available, the best way to decide on your wedding cake topper is to decide what you want it to say about your wedding.  If you are going with a classic wedding you may want to opt for a topper that depicts the traditional bride and groom.  A porcelain bride and groom wedding topper is a very elegant addition to any wedding cake.

If your theme is more unique and original you may want to consider a photo cake topper.  After all, there is no better way to personalize your wedding cake, than to have your photos on top.

Hearts are also a great wedding cake topper.  The heart is a symbol of love, and weddings are statements of love and commitment, so the two go very well together.  There are several different heart options available.  Silver hearts, porcelain heats, and glass hearts all look stunning atop a wedding cake.

There are countless different styles and color of cake toppers to choose from.  When deciding on yours use it as another opportunity to leave a lasting impression on your guests.

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Fall is a wonderful season to plan a wedding.  The colors are so rich and warm, including yellow, brown, orange, gold, green, burgundy, tan and cream to name a few.  With fall being the season of harvest, there are several different themes to choose from.  A traditional harvest theme, an apple theme, or even a Halloween theme would work well, it all depends on how adventurous you are.

Not only are the colors amazing, but the decorating possibilities are countless.  Adding elements from nature fits perfectly with a fall wedding, and also gives your wedding a unique feel.  Fruits, wreaths, twigs, and even pine cones can become a part of your wedding decor and can all be used to make stunning centerpieces.

The wedding reception is a great place to add fall elements to your wedding as well.  Although the traditional wedding cake may be white, with a fall wedding you may want to consider going with a chocolate cake.  Both white and chocolate cakes would look amazing with the outline of leaves etched on them, or a cascade of leaves down the side of the cake.

Fall wedding favors are also fun.  Depending on your theme, you can go with something cute such as cookie cutters or bookmarks, or you may want to go a little more on the “wild side” and use place card holders that are shaped like leaves in wonderful fall colors.

What ever theme you choose for your fall wedding, it is sure to be full of warmth, love, and beauty.

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Because many people haven’t heard of a wedding that didn’t have flowers, florists seem to have found their niche.  Flowers often take a large chunk out of the wedding budget.  With a little flexibility and some planning, you can enjoy smelling the roses while sticking to your wedding budget.

Consider the size of your bouquets and other floral arrangement.  Bouquets don’t need to be huge, especially for your bridesmaids.  Your florist should be able to suggest ways to get more bang for your buck, such as including more greenery with your flowers, weaving in fabric that matches your wedding colors, or other creative ideas.

Instead of flower centerpieces at each table, substitute something less expensive like votive candles or a symbolic object, like a miniature Eiffel tower if you got engaged at the top or plan to honeymoon in Paris.

Also consider where you can reuse arrangements.  If you had flowers in your ceremony, where can you put them at the reception to give an extra nice touch?  Places to consider are: the food or dessert table, the bar, the restrooms, or near the band.  Since you have spent money on beautiful flowers, get as much use out of them as possible.

Another way to decrease florist costs is to be open to considering different types of flowers.  Many florists claim that brides often come in wanting specific types of flowers.  Particular flower requests can really drive up the price based on the type of flower, its popularity and the season.  Most likely a florist can take your preferences and come up with something very similar that you will be pleased with and which will cost less.

Consider which of your honored guests need lady corsages and then ask the women beforehand if they would prefer a pin-on or a wristlet corsage.  Light or sheer fabrics often require the florist getting up close and personal in order to pin on the flowers and at the same time avoid stabbing the recipient.  Putting a pin through some fabrics may also leave a hole, something your guest will likely want to avoid.  So rather than taking a guess as to what your guests would want, ask them what they will be wearing before placing the corsage order.

If you are willing to put your own efforts and creativity into flower duty, you can put together your own spectacular bouquets with fresh flowers from a nearby farmer’s market.  Another option is to ask for help from a friend or relative who would be good at such a task.

Fortunately, for many brides choosing and ordering flowers is usually one of the easiest and most enjoyable tasks.  Remember however to have someone call the florist a few days before the wedding, then a day before the wedding and then the day of the wedding, to make sure everything is in order.

Tip:  Remember, taking on tasks such as putting together your own flowers may add to your stress level.  As the bride, you already have a lot to think about on the day of the wedding.  Taking on other duties is entirely based on your preferences, how well you organize, how well you manage time and how much help you have available.

The right topper could even be used after the wedding is over. With the styles available today they make wonderful reminders that you can set on a table or bookshelf to look at each day. These are for more than decoration; they are a lovely reminder of your special day for you and your groom.

A lot of these can be personalized. They may have your names and wedding date or just your initials. This may greatly depend on the topper you choose. Some are designed with your initials while others can have whatever you want engraved.

You can even add a picture of the bride and groom on top of the cake itself. This is a wonderful way to personalize things a bit. Rather than a plastic bride and groom, you have the actual couple there to view. Your biggest problem may be deciding which picture you want to use.

If you want to be creative then you could even make your very own topper. You can use artificial flowers and lace or ribbon and whatever else you want to make something you will love. This might also be a wonderful idea if you have a hard to place theme for your wedding. For a beach wedding you could even use sea shells.

You might want to have more than one topper especially if you have multiple cakes. You can link these to create a theme or use one central topper as a centerpiece. You could have your names on one and the wedding date on another.

Even the traditional toppers have come a long way. Aside from the bride and groom they even offer them for same sex weddings. They have a few that are comical with the bride dragging the groom to the altar. They also offer toppers for interracial weddings.

The Wedding Printer can provide a wide variety of wedding cake toppers. Start looking today and find the perfect one for you. It’s all about the couple getting married and helping them remember a special day in their lives for many years to come.

What is a Nightmare Bridesmaid?  Well, this bridesmaid shirks her responsibilities, doesn’t show up for fittings and gives an inappropriate toast.  She rolls her eyes behind the back of the bride, offers her opinion when she wasn’t asked, and embarrasses not only the bride, but herself.

This is my personal recount of being a bridesmaid – perhaps even a Nightmare Bridesmaid.  No, I didn’t know anything horrible, but I did cause the bride some unneeded stress. However, I only recognized this as I matured and then later became a bride myself.

My first offense was that I wasn’t attentive to the pre-wedding parties.  In fact, I don’t know if I even RSVP’d to the shower that the bride’s sister hosted.  I figured that since I was living out-of-state, everyone naturally assumed I wouldn’t be coming.

In addition to that, I requested that the bride not buy us shoes with a tall heel on them.  My reasoning was that I am already quite tall and towering over my friends makes me feel self-conscious.  I also telephoned the bride mere days before her wedding complaining that my bridesmaid dress was too big.  Not so big it was going to fall off, it just wasn’t very flattering on me.

And the icing on the cake was probably when I saw the bride’s seating assignments for the head table.  She had us at a long table at the front of the reception room, sitting in a repetitive order of groomsman, bridesmaid, groomsman, bridesmaid and so on.  I actually had the nerve to ask her if she really meant to do that!  I was disappointed because I was in town specifically for this occasion and wasn’t able to sit near my friends – the other bridesmaids – who I never get to see!  Instead I was sandwiched between the groom’s father and another guy I didn’t know – super fun.

So, I wasn’t awful, right?  But I certainly wasn’t great.  And here’s the thing:  I should have simply sucked it all up.  I would have RSVP’d (something I now consider a cardinal sin not to do!), I shouldn’t have stressed about the shoes, the dress or the seating chart.  If I were to do it over again, I wouldn’t utter a peep.  I would smile, nod, and be encouraging and therefore the best darn bridesmaid ever!

Fortunately, my friend is still friends with me.  Whether she considered me as much a pain in the butt as I now look back and recognize myself as being, I don’t know.  We never talked about it.  But it is something I regret.  As I get older I have come to realize that when it comes to special, lifetime occasions such as weddings, it is better to make the people you are there celebrating happy rather than to focus on yourself.  ‘Cause it’s just not about you.  (It’s about the Nightmare Bride!)

Tip:  If you are the bride, understand that weddings are stressful and sometimes your bridesmaids forget it’s not about them.  Be patient and understand that they really don’t mean it.  I appreciate my friend for letting my mistakes slide!

Fortunately, there are no rules regarding bridesmaids.  These days, wedding parties don’t need to be equal in numbers, nor does a bride necessarily have to have only female bridesmaids.  Men are now invited over to our side!

Regardless of whether you have one bridesmaid or eight, most likely you have chosen those individuals because your relationship with them means a lot to you.  Asking them to participate in something as personal as your wedding emphasizes the roles you play in each other’s lives.  Being a bridesmaid involves giving a fair amount of personal time, energy and even finances to this event.  Because these people mean so much to you and they are helping you out as a bride, finding ways to thank them is usually a priority of the bride at some point in the wedding.

So, how can you thank a bridesmaid?  Begin the first time you ask them.  When you ask them to take part in the celebration of your wedding, tell them why you have chosen them.  Speak from the heart and make it personal.  Tell a funny story about when the two of you met, or a favorite memory you both share.  List their personal characteristics that make them dear to you and therefore why you want them beside you on one of the most important days of your life.  People like to hear complimentary things about themselves and we don’t do it nearly enough.  Asking someone to be your bridesmaid is that perfect opportunity.

Many brides give their bridesmaids a gift on the day of the wedding as a symbol of their appreciation.  The best gift is one that the bridesmaid can either really use or will really appreciate.  Some times the best ways to thank your friends are easy and not very expensive.

Tip:  Below is a list of some appreciated ways to say “Thanks for being my bridesmaid!”

• Pay for their bridesmaid dress.  This allows them to enjoy participating in the wedding without having to stress over how they are going to pay for it.
• Leave a pair of Crocs on the reception chair of your bridesmaids.  They come in cute colors that can come close to matching your dress.  This will save your bridesmaids’ feet from dancing in heels and looks much cuter than dancing around barefoot.
• A thank you gift could be a pampering session at a salon.  A luxury item is something that people rarely will spend money on themselves so they appreciate it when someone else gives it to them.
• Give a specific item that you know the individual really could use or has wanted for a while but hasn’t bought for themselves

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Your cake is going to be the core that everything will need to tie into. The cake topper that you initially choose will need to be a reflection on your style and the theme of the wedding. Due to the technology that we have today, there are plenty of great choices that you will have at your fingertips. The main thing that you need to do is take your time to ensure that you get exactly what you are looking for.

Many people today still love the idea of a traditional wedding. There continues to be a plethora of these wedding cake toppers that will suit your needs. Why not choose the bride and groom dancing or kissing on top of the cake? You can even choose toppers that will go along with your personal ethnicity.

You also want to ensure that the topper that you choose is a true symbol of love between you and your chosen partner. You can even incorporate the likes and common interests that you share on top of your cake. For example there are sports wedding toppers, fishing toppers and even toppers for the motorcycle enthusiasts.

Many couples like to take designing a cake topper to the next level and they actually create a small scene on top. Along with the bride and groom you can add small decorative flowers, or other accessories that will help complete the cake! Small jewels and gems can also help to make your entire cake sparkle! Customized wedding cake toppers are all the rage for couples within the younger generation.

Take a look online and make sure that you have pictures and descriptions to help choose the right wedding cake topper.  Pick something that will fit right along with your person style and overall theme of the wedding.

Flowers are often considered an essential part of a wedding.  I have never been to a wedding that took place without them (although I am sure it has happened)!  A bride will often chose her flowers based on her favorite types, scents and colors.

Because many people haven’t heard of a wedding that didn’t have flowers, florists seem to have found their niche.  Flowers often take a large chunk out of the wedding budget.  With a little flexibility and some planning, you can enjoy smelling the roses while sticking to your wedding budget.

Consider the size of your bouquets and other floral arrangement.  Bouquets don’t need to be huge, especially for your bridesmaids.  Your florist should be able to suggest ways to get more bang for your buck, such as including more greenery with your flowers, weaving in fabric that matches your wedding colors, or other creative ideas. 

Instead of flower centerpieces at each table, substitute something less expensive like votive candles or a symbolic object, like a miniature Eiffel tower if you got engaged at the top or plan to honeymoon in Paris. 

Also consider where you can reuse arrangements.  If you had flowers in your ceremony, where can you put them at the reception to give an extra nice touch?  Places to consider are: the food or dessert table, the bar, the restrooms, or near the band.  Since you have spent money on beautiful flowers, get as much use out of them as possible.

            Another way to decrease florist costs is to be open to considering different types of flowers.  Many florists claim that brides often come in wanting specific types of flowers.  Particular flower requests can really drive up the price based on type of flower, its popularity and the season.  Most likely a florist can take your preferences and come up with something very similar that you will be pleased with and which will cost less.

Consider which of your honored guests need lady corsages and then ask the women beforehand if they would prefer a pin-on or a wristlet corsage.  Light or sheer fabrics often require the florist getting up close and personal in order to pin on the flowers and at the same time avoid stabbing the recipient.  Putting a pin through some fabrics may also leave a hole, something your guest will likely want to avoid.  So rather than taking a guess as to what your guests would want, ask them what they will be wearing before placing the corsage order.      

If you are willing to put your own efforts and creativity into flower duty, you can put together your own spectacular bouquets with fresh flowers from a nearby farmer’s market.  Another option is to ask for help from a friend or relative who would be good at such a task.

Fortunately, for many brides choosing and ordering flowers is usually one of the easiest and most enjoyable tasks.  Remember however to have someone call the florist a few days before the wedding, then a day beforethe wedding and then the day of the wedding, to make sure everything is in order. 

Tip:  Remember, taking on tasks such as putting together your own flowers may add to your stress level.  As the bride, you already have a lot to think about on the day of the wedding.  Taking on other duties is entirely based on your preferences, how well you organize, how well you manage time and how much help you have available.            

The wedding cars have always been an important accessory for any wedding. Generally, both the bride and the bridegroom arrive in the wedding party in cars. Prior to the invention of cars, the brides and bridegrooms used to arrive in horse-drawn carriages. The use of white or brown horses was mandatory in such wedding carriages. With the invention of cars, the horse-drawn carriages have made way for engine-driven cars.

Generally people prefer to use white cars. White is the color of peace and purity, which goes well with the wedding environment. Most of the brides and bridegrooms prefer to hire such a car, which suits their passion as well as budgets. Cars like the Mercedes, Bentley, Rolls Royce, Cadillac, Chrysler etc. are popular cars, used for wedding purposes.

Well, choosing a car by its company name may not be enough. There are various makes of cars available in the market, for hire. This allows you to choose the one that suit your requirements best. You can go for a normal 4-door sedan, or a 2-door convertible or roadster. You can also go for a limousine or a stretched limousine. If you are adventurous enough, you can hire a red off-road vehicle and take your bride for a cool ride after the wedding is over. If you are more adventurous, then go forth to hire a Harley Davidson and enjoy the wind in your hair, with your partner.

It is a great idea to choose a vintage or classic car too, as that will add an element of class to your wedding. The options are limitless, the choice is yours to make.