You know you’re an animal lover when the theme of your wedding is a jungle or even an African safari. I found yet another incredible wedding story to share with you.
These newlyweds met on an Eco Tourism trip in the Amazon jungle. Both sharing the same passion for wildlife and the wild places of the […]
If you are paying for a set menu, see if you can eliminate the cost of the dessert and simply use your wedding cake as the sole dessert.
Consider serving a wedding cake baked at a grocery store or by a private baker who works out of his or her home. You can save hundreds of […]
Another popular wedding etiquette frequently asked question is whether the engaged couple should include “and guest” on the wedding invitation. For example, you may have seen an invite say “we invite you and a guest”. Or it may simply say, “we invite you to join us in our celebration…” and make no mention of a […]
One of the frequently asked questions of wedding etiquette is, “do I really have to RSVP?”
Many people with their busy lives sometimes don’t notice the “RSVP” written on their invite, or they see it but don’t think it’s really necessary to RSVP. I can tell you folks, if it’s on there, it’s on there for […]
Who would you rather be the guest who due to a communication flaw, dressed completely different than everyone else and stuck out like a sore thumb? Or the bride who forgot to tell everyone your wedding was a theme or a certain dress code, thus making you stand out more than you normally would? Not […]
Use the table wine for toasts instead of purchasing champagne in addition. Consider a cash bar in lieu of offering alcoholic beverages.
Find out if your establishment charges per bottle or per drink to guesstimate what your beverage costs will be.
Check to see if you can bring in your own wine and liquor as opposed to […]
I found another theme wedding story for you to enjoy.
Back in the 90’s there was an engaged couple who lost a bet to some Star Wars fanatical friends. The deal was if they lost, they were to have a Star Wars themed wedding. The couple apparently weren’t too worried, otherwise they wouldn’t have accepted […]
If you would like to save time and money on your reception (meaning fewer house to pay the band, photographer, videographer, and so on), then eliminate some of the less essential traditions, such as the garter throw or bouquet toss, if those activities are not as important to you.
Some brides choose to simply give their […]
Back in July, a couple in the Southwest US received a surprise shower courtesy of the city. Wondering why they’re so special? They were just regular folk really. Tell you the truth, it’s not the kind of shower you think.
They had made reservations in a grassy city park for their entire wedding and reception that […]
If you need items such as a wedding dress, veil, or garter, borrow them from friends and family instead of buying or renting them. If you need yarmulkes, borrow them from your local temple.
Have your makeup done for free at a department store counter the morning of the wedding. (Try out the artist first […]