Bridal Planning and Advice
The dance, the dress, the dessert…so much to think about and only one place to find it! Weddingstand has every bridal tip and trick you need to make your marriage a wedding to remember.
Want to keep your friends and family up to date on every aspect of your wedding planning? Skip the mass email list and insane cell phone bills and invite your guests to tune into your wedding website. Not very internet savvy? Not to fret. With free weblog sites like... more
Snowbound brides are in vogue this season, for sheer necessity if nothing else. Winter storms have meant school closures, road closures, and towns buried under feet of snow - unfortunately, Mother Nature failed to take into account your wedding date. If you're finding yourself gathering your nearest and dearest... more
Your bridesmaids love you; they have to, it's in the contract. We're not saying you have to treat them like soldiers under your command, but if you ask them to help out with wedding preparations, they're not going to say no. This doesn't mean you should take advantage of... more
If you're throwing a themed wedding, you're not alone! From princess weddings to themes centered around a bride's favorite flower, theme weddings are bigger than ever. One of the biggest risks you take when throwing a themed wedding, and one you should keep in mind, is that it's easy... more
It's an established fact that weddings these days are getting more and more expensive, averaging around $30,000 for everything! To you this might seem like a perfectly justifiable expense - you only get married once, and you deserve to have your dream ceremony, maybe one you've been dreaming of... more
One of the best bridesmaid gifts you can give to your girls is the option of a nice bridesmaid dress they can re-wear. Going with a simple solid-colored gown - preferably cocktail-length - means they can dress it up with a sash or pretty heels for the ceremony but... more
Let's look at the facts: your bridesmaids are your very best friends. You love to have a good time. You love to have a good time with your very best friends. What better way to take a break from the stresses of planning a wedding than to throw a... more
As if you didn't already have enough to worry about! When it comes to getting everything right for your wedding, you want it all to be perfect, from the dress to the bridesmaid gifts to the day itself. But you're not the only one! Maybe you're settling for just... more
To the inexperienced ear, women complaining about bad bridesmaid dresses are often dismissed as superficial and shallow. Those out-of-the-nuptial-know assume that when we talk of bad bridesmaids dresses, we are simply referring to aesthetic horrors in less than savory hues. In truth, the objections against bridesmaid dresses are far... more
Dearest Bridesmaids, No doubt by now you've received all those pesky checklists your bride printed off for you, no less than a chore list of grizzly tasks itemized "to help you stay organized." All that work for a few lousy bridesmaid gifts! Well, forget all that seating chart architecture... more
Brides have many different reactions to getting engaged. Some will scream, some will cry, some will jump up and down. But after the tears are dried and the voices are hoarse with happiness, there's only one thing left for a smart bride to do: order The Healthy Bride's Boot... more
Courtesy of the wonderful creators of Weddingstand's "Now You Are Dancing DVD," here are a few popular wedding dance myths decoded. Once you have read over these reassurances from one of the most veteran wedding dance companies in the business, we expect you to run, not waltz, to your... more
MYTH #1: And they lived happily ever after. Reality: Happiness doesn't just happen, you make it happen. And don't expect to be happy all the time; you weren't before you got married - why should you expect to be afterwards? MYTH #2: I like my spouse just the way... more
By Charles Muller Most people would rather go someplace warm and tropical for their honeymoon. So when we made known the intended location of our post-wedding retreat, the reactions ranged from awe, to envy, to bewilderment. Why on earth, some people asked, would we want to spend our first... more
Planning a wedding is enough work to last a lifetime. The flowers, the cake, the bridesmaid gifts, the guest list.whew! We bet you're happy it's all over, and you and your new hubbie can just relax in post-honeymoon bliss, cozy in your brand new love nest. Right? Right. Right... more
Just hear those wedding bells jing-a-lin, ring-ting-ting-a-lin, to-- the holiday season has seduced you with its dark blue skies, hushed green foliage and shimmering white landscapes? In short, you've decided to have a winter wedding! Good for you! A winter wedding has many benefits, like competitive off-season prices on... more
The Day of Rise and shine, it's your wedding day! Take a few deep breaths and stretch. Be sure to give yourself plenty of time. Even if you don't ordinarily eat breakfast, try to have more than just coffee. Shower and put on deodorant, creams and or lotions so... more
Days Before You have selected your bridal party, now take a moment and think about who your most responsible, calm and efficient attendant is. She may even be the person who gave you this kit. Choosing one designated helper is the best way to stay calm and enjoy the... more
Brides and grooms, for decades, have been giving wedding favors to their guests as a small gift to thank them for honoring them on their wedding day, as well as a memento to take home in remembrance of the occasion. It was also believed that the bride and groom... more
When I first heard the term wedding favor, I thought maybe it was some sort of errand I was supposed to run as a favor to my bride-to-be. Shortly thereafter I realized that after spending thousands of dollars, providing food, entertainment and an all-you-can-drink bar (I mean, come on,... more
By the WeddingStand.com After the emotions of the wedding ceremony, it's time to kick it up a notch and celebrate. Get Organized The first step to planning a successful and stress-free wedding reception is to write out a schedule of events in advance. To help you get started, we've... more
With the first shades of September sparkling in the air, the serene weather and impossibly blue skies tingle of approaching fall. And with a change in seasons comes a change in fashion. Wedding fashion, that is. That's right; this fall there are several distinct trends in the fashion world... more
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