Author: Bridget MoraIt is a bride's worst nightmare...you shop and shop until you finally find that one dream gown for your wedding. Only to have a friend end up buying the same dress soon after. Suddenly your perfect gown is no longer unique - what is a bride to do?Here is the one thing that you cannot do in this situation: tell your friend she has to cancel her order and pick a different wedding dress. Now, it is only natural that this would be...more
Author: Hemant JainIndian clothing has gained phenomenal acclaim all across the globe. Indians feel proud to flaunt themselves in traditional attire on every occasion and every festivity. International recognition has come India’s way with people from different parts of the world demanding Indian attire. When it comes to mens wear nothing works better than embroidered sherwanis. Embroidered sherwanis give you a royal look and are surely the...more
If the budget is tight, but you don't want to skip the guest gifts, there are many options for less than two dollars each, depending on the quantity being ordered. Whether the reception will be sophisticated and elegant, unfolding in a ballroom or relaxed and casual at a beachside resort, there are favors that are sure to satisfy your needs. Key chains and place card holders with charms, shells and crystals are priced for the budget conscious bride and groom, even if they are personalized. Candles always make lovely gifts. Tea light and votive holders are pretty, can be personalized and practical. If the celebration is an anniversary, shower or other special occasion, inexpensive wedding favors are also great guest gifts for these events. Etched wine flutes, pints or shot glasses can easily be personalized, and if the party will be large, they will be inexpensive when bought in bulk. Silver metal luggage tags, with an etched anniversary year, cruise ship or other motif provides thoughtful detailing. Candy jars and bubble gum machines are fun mementos. They are designed to be able to accept a variety of types and sizes, so they can easily be used once the event is over.Mints come...more
Personalized wedding favors add a wonderful touch to any guest gift. They have the bride and groom's name and possibly the date of the event engraved or printed. From cute, funny little gifts to elegant keepsakes, there is something to fit any style, theme and budget. Many couples have a rehearsal dinner or cocktail party a day or two before the...more
The presentation of wedding reception favors began as a way for wealthy aristocratic families to showcase their position and influence. Most often, the gifts were elaborate and costly boxes made from crystal, porcelain, or gold and set with gemstones. They were filled with unique, delicate confections. Over the centuries, it has become a...more
Unique wedding favors offer your guests mementos of your special day. They will evoke memories of the way they felt, how you looked and of friends and family in attendance. These souvenirs do not need be costly to be unusual. Miniature teapots and tea tins, baby tea bags and iced tea infusers are elegant, inexpensive and unlike the typical tokens. Flavored olive oil, miniature bar tools sets and silver plated luggage tags lend sophistication and a slightly European feel to your reception. Hand crafted glass gifts work well in any setting, from laid-back, casual parties to urban chic style. These art deco inspired pieces are often available in molded bottle stoppers, frosted coasters and charms. Bottle stoppers and places cards holders are the perfect collectible for unique wedding favors. They are available for almost any theme and style. Tiny silver-plated teapots and wedding bells, pewter Eiffel Towers, weighted snowflakes, heart shaped crystals and mini photo holders are among the hundreds of themes and designs that are readily available. They are decorative, inexpensive and will make a statement about your individuality and style. If you prefer your gifts to be functional as...more
If you have just spent the last week ironing out the guest list, looking through books and books of sample invitations and taste testing wedding cake and frosting flavors from five different bakeries, the last thing you may want to see is anything...more
Winter wedding dresses are becoming more popular as more brides decide to have their special day in the winter. The popularity of winter weddings is booming right now, and designers are coming up with new dresses that will accommodate the winter...more
Author: Jeff PaulIn almost every culture around the world, weddings are considered to be among the most important milestones in life. If you are a friend or relative looking for the right present, wedding gift baskets can be the perfect gift idea....more
Author: Denise MahGetting married may involve only two people in the beginning. However, much to the delight of the spouses, they usually are blessed with children. Then problems begin piling up and the task of how to maintain a good marriage is...more
Everyone wants their wedding day to be something out of a dream, but how do you do it without breaking the bank? The truth is, a wedding doesn't have to be over-the-top and ostentatious to be dreamy, and there are plenty of ways to make it really...more
Getting married is a wonderful thing, but there are so many things that you have to think about that planning a wedding can quickly become overwhelming. If you hire a wedding planner you can relieve a lot of that stress, but if you cannot afford one...more