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A wedding planner or coordinator can play any of many roles. But what to look for in a wedding planner for your wedding? Here is a checklist of 10 areas where a planner or coordinator can help. Along with some ...
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When hiring a wedding planner or coordinator, there are a few things you need to consider. These five tips can help make your experience a good one. Whether you are utilizing wedding planner services for day-of coordination or services for ...
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Wedding veil lengths and types are many. And the right combination of features can instantly complete your bridal look. The wedding veil is one of the most iconic pieces in a wedding. But sometimes it's importance can be easily overlooked ...
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It's your wedding. One of the more memorable events in a lifetime. Months of planning, sometimes a year or more, go into making sure everything is right. With as much as 50% of your budget going toward your wedding venue ...
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If you’ve started your wedding planning, the topic of wedding photography has likely come up. And if you’re like most couples, you’ll be looking for an incredible photographer to document one of the most important days of your life. One ...
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This complete wedding checklist includes everything you'll need to think about when planning your wedding. Including a timeline to make sure nothing falls through the cracks. And if you are looking for a cheat sheet checklist, here's the link to ...
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If you are like most, there is a finite amount of money for the wedding bands or set. Sure, it would be wonderful to have that amazing $15,000 Tiffany wedding ring. Unless you also want to eat and keep a ...
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Planning a wedding and need a checklist that reflects how you actually go about the wedding planning activities? Scroll down for a wedding planning checklist you can use no matter how long you have to plan the wedding! Each of ...
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You are engaged, congratulations! Now you face the project of planning a wedding from start to finish. Or perhaps you are farther along in the process and feel you need to regroup. Either way, you want nothing falls through the ...
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You know the dilemma: you want a diamond ring but the only ones you can afford have stones so dinky they scream "low budget." There are other options for having a nice-looking ring your friends can legitimately swoon over. In ...
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It's day 4 of Shoes Week and we are going to start learning to walk in higher-than-normal heels. We all want to look awesome in our wedding heels, yes? Seriously, high heels can look heavenly with your dress and make ...
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In Part 1, we went over the basics, getting used to wearing and moving in high heels. Today, for steps 5 through 7, you will gain grace as you move around in the shoes. (As a sidebar, special thanks to ...
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No matter how small their roles, professionals play an important part in your wedding. The good ones have experience, expertise, and raw talent that can make even the lowest-budget weddings look stylish. When it comes to vendors, your priorities and ...
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When you first become engaged the whole planning process can seem overwhelming. There is so much to plan for and buy! Begin planning by making a list of expenses. (You may find the Wedding Planning Cheat Sheet helpful in conjunction ...
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You may have read, as I have, that wedding gowns run one to two sizes smaller than a typical dress. Armed with that "knowledge," I set out to create a chart to help guide you with online or used gown ...
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Read what led to this infographic and get links to some of the popular designer size charts here ...
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With all the printed brochures, contracts, swatches, vendor notes, lists, appointment times, wedding ideas, workout schedules, and your diary/journal--not to mention the seemingly endless decisions to be made--staying organized while planning a wedding can be tough. There are ways to ...
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Have you tried out Google+ but didn't really know how to find wedding-related people or businesses? (Believe me, I can relate...it's a bit hard to see the value in Google+ at first.) Here's a way you can "kick start" your ...
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The hiring of a wedding planner can be a big decision when you are on a do-it-yourself budget. Most times, you will need, and most definitely want, some level of scaled-down service from a planner. Here, Denise Moore of The ...
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Hi all. As you know, the MyOnlineWeddingHelp.com focus is giving you the right information to create dream weddings on DIY budgets by going with the online resources that give you the best value. When it comes to products (decorations, attire, ...
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You see a tiara on a model and fall in love with it. It may look perfect, but be aware your headpiece may not look the same on you as it does on the model. It can enhance your natural ...
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If you are like most couples today, your wedding budget is (at least) a bit tight. The good news is when you have a plan, it's so much easier to stay on budget when planning your wedding. Know what you ...
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If you are one of those blessed couples to become engaged or marry in the near future, congratulations! Likely, the rings are top of mind. A trip to the nearest mall or local jeweler is an option, but you may ...
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All pieces of the wedding-day ensemble are important, but any fashion diva knows the shoes make the outfit. Bridal shoes are no different. Consider these tips when choosing your wedding shoes: Comfort Counts Those oh-so-cute heels will make your legs ...
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"With this ring, I thee wed." As he says these words, your husband to be slips a gold wedding band on the fourth finger of your left hand. Then, you repeat the same words and place a ring on his ...
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Celebrities determine fashion trends and it is no different with engagement rings. The Royal sapphire and diamond engagement ring, worn by Princess Diana and Duchess Kate), as well as gemstone rings worn by other high-profile, engaged personalities have led to ...
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For those of us venturing into the world of mens dress shoes for the first time, it may seem like a foreign land. The terminology is so different from womens shoes! Here's a short primer on popular styles: Mens Oxford ...
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Note: Explore our wedding and prom tiaras here. Every bride wants to be a princess on her wedding day. One thing you can do to help you feel this way is to wear a lovely wedding tiara. Since tiaras have ...
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We have all had the misfortune of buying a new pair of shoes, then, forgetting to break them in or practice walking in them before the event for which they were purchased. Don't make that mistake with your wedding shoes ...
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(Note: This article may be republished only if the "About the Author" segment is kept intact, including the link.) If women can wear engagement rings to announce their status, why can’t men? Well, there really is no reason. The wearing ...
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The bride's shoes have been a source of fashion, and discomfort, throughout history. Historically, in Anglo-Saxon or European weddings, the bride -- considered a cherished piece of property -- was handed down from the father to her new husband. To ...
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Shopping for and purchasing a wedding dress is one of the most involved parts of wedding planning. The process can be exciting or harrowing, depending on how you approach it. Here are some tips to make your gown-buying experience fabulous: ...
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Most women wear their wedding rings at all times, taking them off only for certain tasks. For some men, however, the decision is not as easy. When choosing a wedding band for your fiance, consider what he does during work ...
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For some men, whether to have gemstones on the wedding band is a big decision. Like all other choices involving his ring, it is a matter of personal preference. It is perfectly acceptable for a men’s wedding ring to include ...
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If your man is a big guy, his hands are large, or he has long fingers, he can handle a wider width wedding band than someone smaller. Smaller width rings are likely to look diminished on his large finger, so ...
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Men's wedding rings are usually simpler than women’s, but that doesn’t mean there aren't a wide variety of designs and styles to choose among. A man's ring can be personalized in many ways: with special symbols, engravings, textures, a Celtic ...
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When choosing your tiara -- or any bridal accessory -- consider what will go well with your wedding dress. It should match or otherwise complement the gown. In general, some element of your dress should be reflected in the tiara ...
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When you think of mens wedding bands, the first style that comes to mind is the simple gold band. If your man thinks those are BORRRRINGGG, then a diamond wedding band may be more his speed. If he likes style ...
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A tiara and veil can enhance your natural beauty or draw attention to your flaws. The wrong wedding tiara for your face shape can make a long face look "horsey" or a full face appear fat. The general rule of ...
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Mens wedding ring designs are often given less importance than womens styles. Your local retailers likely have cases of womens engagement and wedding sets, with relatively few mens rings. The same holds true for online retailers, where selection at any ...
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Question 5 when shopping for mens wedding rings is: Which metal and style do I prefer? Many men like plain gold bands, with or without a design element, such as a braid, an inlay of a second metal, or engraving ...
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Question 4 when shopping for mens wedding rings is: Will this wedding band fit within my budget? Obviously, men’s wedding bands are going to vary dramatically in terms of price. Every element changes the cost -- metals, materials, width, gemstones, ...
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Question 3 to consider when purchasing a man's wedding ring: Will it fit my personality? When women make choices about rings and other elements of their weddings, they consider their personalities. You should do that, as well. It’s important to ...
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Question 2 to consider when purchasing a man's wedding ring: Will it fit my lifestyle? How do you spend your time? Do you like the theatre or a ball game? Do you enjoy five-star restaurants or ordering in pizza? Do ...
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There are several questions to consider when purchasing a man's wedding ring. The first: Will it be comfortable? Most men rate the comfort factor high on their list of requirements for a wedding band. Since a man’s wedding ring is ...
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The color and material from which your tiara is made can make or break your look. They are the difference between a merely lovely and absolutely stunning bride. In general, if your gown or hair has warm undertones, then choose ...
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You have found the perfect wedding dress, but are not sure what length necklace goes best with the neckline? You will rarely go wrong with the versatile 14 to 16 inch choker-length bridal necklace, but other lengths do not pair ...
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A man wears a wedding ring for the same reason as a woman: to show that he has made a total commitment to his bride, the relationship, and marriage. The choices are as varied as personalities. The ring can be ...
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When it comes to diamonds, size is NOT all that matters. Most of us are familiar with carat (the size of the diamond), but did you know there are three more "c's" when it comes to rating diamond quality. Cut, ...
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We all know about tiaras, but did you know there are several other kinds of bridal hairpieces as well? If a tiara isn't your style, try another approach. Combs, for example, are versatile and can be simple to elaborate, depending ...
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We all want beautiful hands and skin on our wedding day. To achieve this, you will want to start pampering your skin six months or more before the Big Day. Begin by scheduling a skin care consultation and caring for ...
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Your wedding-day jewelry ensemble will depend on personal taste, your gown, and hairstyle. Options range from a simple pair of earrings, to a variety of other choices: a necklace, tiara, bracelet, hair jewelry, and/or back jewelry. Most experts recommend keeping ...
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Did you know that the traditional two ring ceremony is a recent phenomenon? In modern-day U.S., we are so accustomed to the three "left hand" rings --the woman's engagement ring, her wedding ring, and the man's wedding band -- that ...
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