7 New Trends for Wedding Cakes

By Cori Russell

Much more than a sweet finale to the reception meal, wedding cakes are a major style statement. And trends in wedding cakes, like all other wedding details, evolve with the times. The wedding cake presents a perfect opportunity for creative brides to play with shape, color and embellishments. For those of you who need a little inspiration, consult this list of top trends for wedding cakes in 2009

Rehearsal Dinner Decorations

Planning a dinner rehearsal for the happy couple? Having the right rehearsal dinner decorations plays a major role in the overall success of the event. The decorations set the ambiance and should be centered around the personal style of the bride and groom. Here is a collection of dinner rehearsal decorations that are both elegant and practical.

Rehearsal Dinner Planning Etiquette

Rehearsal Dinner
by Lois Reyes

A rehearsal dinner is an informal dinner that takes place after a wedding rehearsal, usually a few days before the wedding, although it is commonly held the night before of the wedding ceremony. Wedding etiquette does not demand that you have a rehearsal dinner, although advises take such opportunity to thank the attendants for all their help planning the wedding.

While some couples prefer both the wedding rehearsal and the rehearsal dinner take place two or three days before the wedding to relax on the wedding’s eve, the wedding day is such a busy day that it is more likely the bride and the groom will no eat until the reception, and not exactly immediately.

Butterfly Wedding, An Elegant and Unique Wedding Theme

By Delilah Hatch

A unique wedding theme, like a butterfly wedding, can be a lot of fun if you do it correctly. If overdone a theme like this can become almost tacky. But if done with a touch of elegance and subtlety, the butterfly wedding can be one that you and your guests will remember forever.

Here are a few tips and a few points to think about when considering this wedding theme.

10 Questions to Ask Your Wedding Planner Before Making the Hire

by Cori Russell

It may be the “bride’s day,” but remember that you can’t get there alone. A wedding planner can be your advocate and your voice, especially when you’re not around. The key to a successful working relationship begins with finding the right person to join forces with as an invincible team. Once you’ve decided that you’d like to hand over some wedding tasks to a seasoned pro, you’ll need to schedule some phone or face-to-face consultations with a few in your area. These meetings should leave you with a clear idea of which planner best suits your needs and personality, so it’s best to come prepared with the right questions. Here’s what you need to know to find the perfect match.

5 Ideas on How to Save on Wedding Costs

By Erica Brooks

We all know that weddings have a stigma to be expensive. Even if you plan to keep your wedding simple, there are just some things about a wedding that make them more costly than you had planned. So, in order to truly not spend too much money you should plan for the top ways to cut costs from the beginning. The following are some of the top ways to save on wedding costs. Try these things to help cut the costs of your wedding:

Practical and Eco Friendly Asian Theme Favors for Your Wedding

Having a Asian themed wedding? Below is a stunning collection of romantic and elegant Asian theme favors that are both practical and eco friendly. From coasters and frames to candles and fans these lovely Asian theme favors are keepsakes that can be used by your wedding guests for years to come, making your special day even more unforgettable.

“Gra-TEA-Tude” Tea Box with Tea Bag Kit (Set of 6) Unit Price: As low as $1.50

“Imperial” Exquisite Glass Photo Coasters Price: As low as $2.10

Cherry Blossoms “Make It Yours” Personalized Favor Box Kit (Set of 24)

Unique Frame Place Card Holder Favor Ideas for Spring and Summer Weddings

From garden and beach weddings to traditional and ethnic weddings our unique frame place card holder favors will make a lasting impression on your wedding guests. Our frame place card holder favors come in styles and theme that are perfect for spring and summer weddings as well as rehearsal dinners and bridal showers. They are multi purpose serving as a place card holder, a favor and a frame and/or coaster which saves you money by not having to purchase each item seperately.

“Evening in Paris” Eiffel Tower Silver-Finish Place Card/Holder (set of 4) Unit Price: As low as $1.65

Beach Bridal Favors and Beach Theme Wedding Accessories

Having a wedding at a beach or destination wedding at a Carribean island? Our charming collection of beach bridal favors and beach theme accessories are sure to add a touch of elegance to your special day. These beach bridal favors and wedding accessories are a great way to complete your theme. Each favor is practical also and can be used for years to come by your wedding guests. Candles, frames, bookmarks, coasters, luggage tags and more.

“Love & Kisses” Personalized Lip Balm (stick) (set of 12) Unit Price: As low as $1.50

Personalized Wedding Party Gifts

From wine accessories and home decor to office essentials and travel gear we have personalized wedding party gifts your bridesmaids and groomsman can enjoy. Our collection of personalized wedding party gifts are a great way to thank those who played such an important role in your special day. The personalization and the fact that they are practical gifts that can be used daily makes it a even more special gift that they will cherish for years.

Cooler Tote with Cell Phone Holder From $35.00

Red Wine Glasses (Set of 4) $44.00

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