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March 16, 2010
Meaningful Wine
Serve wines from the year you were born or when you met, and mention it to guests in a note on the table.
March 15, 2010
Stitched
Marcy Blum suggests having your new initials and wedding date embroidered inside your dress (initial-impressions.net) and, unless he’s wearing a rental, in his jacket lining, too.
March 12, 2010
Bedazzled Dos
Whether it's a tiny, sparkly hairpin, a jeweled headband, a fresh or cloth flower, even a ’20s-style plume of feathers, hair accessories can add a lot to your wedding day style. If you're wearing a veil for your ceremony, consider switching into a fun headpiece for the reception to change up your look.
March 11, 2010
First Date Flashback
For your wedding meal, get a little nostalgic and re-create the menu from your first date.
March 10, 2010
Recycled Vows
For your vows, consider words he wrote in a Valentine card, or something from a love note you sent him (but nothing too personal).
March 9, 2010
Art Direct Your Wedding Photos
From the “why didn’t they think of this sooner?” file: Picnik.com, a photo-editing site, lets you crop and retouch right from your browser. It’s compatible with sites like Facebook, so you can grab your friend’s ultra-unflattering shot of you sweating on the dance floor, fix it up, and have her upload—no one will be the wiser.
March 8, 2010
BLAST FROM THE PAST
Dress up a dessert that was significant from your childhood, such as Twinkies or Ring Dings, for a modern twist on cake alternatives.
March 5, 2010
Themed Stems
Tie his boutonniere into your theme—a seashell brings nautical decor full circle, while a crisp maple leaf celebrates autumn.
March 4, 2010
SHOWER YOURSELF IN SHOWERS
It can be complicated and expensive to throw one bridal shower that brings together the important women from all facets of your life. Instead, have multiple showers. For example, your aunt hosts the family and parents’ friends; your best friend hosts the girls; and your boss hosts one at the office for co-workers.
March 3, 2010
Charitable Treats
Socially conscious couples take note: Serving sweets at your wedding can give more than a sugar high. Bake Me a Wish! donates 5 percent of each purchase of their cakes to the Make-a-Wish Foundation. And 10 percent of the proceeds from Endangered Species Chocolate benefit the Ocean Conservancy.
March 2, 2010
Sure Fire Hits
Make sure the dance floor is packed by asking invitees to jot down three favorite songs on the RSVP card; give your DJ the playlist.
March 1, 2010
SLEEVE IT
The once “so over” trend of sleeves is finally back. Try a positively stunning gown with the comeback style in tulle or silk.
February 26, 2010
Good Cents
Consider purchasing private event insurance for your wedding day to cover yourself in case of bad weather, illness or vendor no-shows.
February 25, 2010
Petal Notes
If corn can become gas, why can’t flowers become a thank-you note? Pack up your bouquet and send it to FloralNotes.com; in return, you’ll get a batch of note cards made from the petals.
February 24, 2010
Insure Away
After calling your parents and best buds to share the exciting news of your engagement, make sure to call your insurance company. Put your ring on your homeowner's policy as soon as possible in case something happens to it. Your fiancé should have a certificate of appraisal so you know what rate to insure it at. And don't forget to renew the policy every year.
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