Unless you decide on a ceremony-only wedding, or you are planning to have a micro-wedding with just 10-15 people included, you will have to really spend a big portion of your wedding budget on food. After all, a wedding is a celebration; and celebrations almost always mean having to serve delicious meals to your guests. This also means having to allot a significant amount of food on the catering budget. You can have a great wedding reception with delicious food that doesn’t break the bank. You just need to plan ahead and know what you’re doing. In this article, we will share some ways to cut back on your catering…
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Unique Something Blue Wedding Ideas
The saying goes that, “Something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue.” These somethings are said to bring good luck to the bride during her wedding, and this is a tradition that has been carried on for many years. The tradition of wearing something blue on your wedding day dates all the way back to the time of ancient Rome, when brides wore a single blue stone called an aquamarine. The color blue symbolizes devotion and fidelity, which makes it a perfect choice if you’re getting married. It’s also considered lucky in many cultures. If you like the idea of incorporating this tradition into your big day, this post…
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How to write the best maid of honor toast ever
One of the biggest duties of the maid or matron of honor is the wedding toast. For many MOHs, this tends to be the most nerve racking and stressful part of their role. Thankfully, there are tons of resources available to help you write the best maid of honor toast ever. You can even hire someone to help write it for you! Point is, take a deep breath and read on for some guidance on writing the perfect wedding speech.
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A complete guide to faux wedding flowers
When it comes to setting the tone and style of a wedding, florals are one of the most important decisions. Picking flowers is also one of the most fun parts! But amazing flower arrangements typically don’t come cheap and many couples struggle to stay within their floral budget. With ever improving quality of faux flowers, more and more couples are considering fresh flower alternatives as a less expensive, more durable floral option. First, let’s look at two of the most popular faux wedding flowers: Sola wood and Silk Flowers. Sola Wood Flowers What are sola wood flowers? Sola wood flowers are an affordable and sustainable alternative to fresh flowers. They…
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Watercolor Wedding Invitations: Your Dream Invites on a Budget
Featured Image: Digital Template Dusty Blue Watercolor Floral Crest Wedding Invitation & RSVP Card BY WILDPETROVA If you’re engaged and exploring Pinterest, you may have noticed a dominant trend in wedding invitations right now: watercolor. While trendy, watercolor wedding invitations have a timeless feel. One of the most popular invitation suite designs includes custom wedding venue illustrations. The problem is that these works of art can understandably get quite expensive. Artists take time to create the perfect watercolor rendition of your artwork. The illustration alone tends to run $350+ on Etsy. And that will include the actual cost of your invitation suite. So how can you get the expensive watercolor…
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Amazon Wedding Registry: Here’s what you need to know
When it come to registering for your wedding, it can be hard to know where to begin! There are so many store registries to choose from. While registering may seem fun and exciting at first, it can quickly become overwhelming. One way to simplify? Just head to Amazon. Let’s talk about why this retail giant has become increasingly popular for couples getting married. Today we are answering all your Amazon wedding registry frequently asked questions. Does amazon have wedding registry? Yes, Amazon offers a wedding registry. This has become a popular option for couples for a number of reasons. Firstly, nearly everyone has an Amazon account, making it easy for…
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11 of The Best Movies For Your Bachelorette
If you are planning a bachelorette party for the future bride then you should know one thing: you should focus on what your bride loves the most. Some brides want a weekend getaway and a big party and some prefer a cozy night and a slumber party. If your bride belongs to the second team, the first thing you should absolutely do is order some pizza, prepare some drinks and grab some popcorn. The second thing? Decide which movies for your bachelorette you are going to watch with the ladies during this movie marathon. We can help with this! 1. Sex and The City: The Movie (2008) Be honest, is…
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4 Hilarious Games For Your Wedding Party
Wedding games are a perfect way to entertain your guests at your wedding or engagement party, but there are just so many to choose from! To help throw a great wedding party and celebrate the happy couple, check out these four printable wedding activities from Zola. All are easy to play, flexible enough to allow guests to make their own fun, and will help kick off a night to remember. 1. Test Your Knowledge of Famous Couples This game will delight the film and literature lovers at your party. To play, the first player draws a card. The card will have the name of a famous fictional couple on it.…
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Bride To Be Gift Ideas 2020 Guide
In the spirit of the holiday season, we’re back with another 2020 gift guide. This time, we’re featuring unique gift ideas for the bride to be in your life! These are perfect holiday gifts, but also great engagement, bridal shower, and even birthday gifts. Whether you’re on a budget, looking to create a gift basket for your favorite bride to be, we’re covering gift ideas for every budget! Unique Gifts For the Bride To Be Greetabl is our go-to unique gift idea for, well, everyone! That said, they offer some really great options for the future brides and newly engaged couples. Our favorite way to gift them is to include…