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Those yellow and black covers call from the bookshelves whenever we're feeling clueless—about wine tasting, astrology, gardening—any topic we know very little (or nothing) about. Same goes for Budget Weddings For Dummies, which covers wedding planning from a dollar-sensitive point of view, with tips on avoiding hidden fees, getting the most our of your reception site, and scoring a deal with your vendors. Read more ››

Wednesday, 10/28/2009 at 10:45AM

Posted By Jacqueline Lebowitz

Tags: Budget Weddings for Dummies,; budget wedding ideas,; wedding books

Brides Daily

Here's what you'll find inside our November/December issue on sale today: Fun (and affordable) ideas for the new girls' night out; tips on how to goof-proof your wedding invites; strategies for get the most from your budget, and more! Read more ››

Tuesday, 10/13/2009 at 9:30AM

Posted By Jacqueline Lebowitz

Tags: bachelorette parties,; budget wedding ideas,; wedding invitations

Brides Daily

A peek at the clever origami-style accents in the "Homecoming" reception in our November/December issue inspired associate photo editor Kristen to origami-cize her own wedding. Kristen, Jen, and their bridesmaids made over 200 origami stars—by hand. Read more ››

Friday, 10/9/2009 at 9:30AM

Posted By Jacqueline Lebowitz

Tags: DIY wedding ideas,; budget wedding ideas,; origamipaperstore.com,; wedding decorations

Brides Daily

According to the "Express Weddings" feature in our September/October issue, one of the smartest strategies for a time-crunched couple is to book a space that's fully equipped (a catering hall, restaurant, or hotel ballroom), instead of finding a raw space that will require you to rent every last piece of equipment, from tables to coat racks to wine glasses.

Brides Daily

Keep an eye out for Claudine, a new line of bridal gowns just launched by Alyce Designs. The pieces themselves are winners—romantic, full-blown wedding dresses in the grand tradtion—but what's really taking our breath away are the prices.

Brides Daily

Here's our favorite cost-cutting tip from Today Show financial wiz Jean Chatzky: Know your budget. In our July/August issue, Chatzky shares her ideas on how to save money on the wedding. First, figure out how much you have to spend. It sounds obvious, but the fact is that once you have a real, solid figure in your head, you can talk more knowledgeably to everyone with whom you'll be talking money—you can tell a potential caterer if he's out of your league Read more ››

Thursday, 8/6/2009 at 9:30AM

Posted By Jacqueline Lebowitz

Tags: budget wedding ideas,; wedding budget

Brides Daily

The six real weddings in our July/August issue are full of DIY details. A few we love: Read more ››

Monday, 7/20/2009 at 9:30AM

Posted By Jacqueline Lebowitz

Tags: DIY wedding ideas,; budget wedding ideas,; wedding decorations

Brides Daily

Traditional rehearsal dinners can be costly so think outside the box. Picnics and backyard BBQs are a lot more fun and less costly than a sit-down dinner at a restaurant. Read more ››

Wednesday, 7/15/2009 at 9:30AM

Posted By Jacqueline Lebowitz