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Fall Home Guide

Fall Home Show features home improvement seminars on adding storage space, creating illusion of size in small rooms.

By Staff Report , September 22, 2010

Bridal Planner 2010

January 29, 2010

Wedding photos provide lasting legacy

Posed, candid, natural, relaxed. A great wedding photographer should be able to capture any or all of these styles in their quest toward making the bride and groom’s day uniquely special.

By Karen Huber , January 29, 2010

Countdown to a Fascinating Wedding

Getting Started • Discuss finances with everyone contributing to the event and set a budget. • Set the date and ceremony/reception locations. • Establish a guest list. • Start thinking about the style and theme of your wedding. • Start shopping for a gown.

January 29, 2010

Mad Man

Just shave and show up? Keep dreaming. Today’s (much wiser) groom has a lot more to do than that. Check that: Knows he has a lot more to do than that.

By Timothy R. Schulte , January 29, 2010

Fantastic Arrangements

From bouquets to boutonnieres, flowers add those finishing details that can really make a guest say “wow.” But as amateur florists, brides-to-be are left to wonder everything from color schemes to pinpointing placement, when it comes to planning the floral elements of your big day, experts say to keep key photographs in mind and let your inspiration guide you.

By Mirielle Cailles , January 29, 2010

Divine Dining

When it comes to catering, the food you serve at your wedding may be one of the most memorable parts of your big day. To find the flavor that fits your taste buds, choose a menu and serving setup that matches your budget and your style.

By Mirielle Cailles , January 29, 2010

It's Time to Shine

Unlike the housing bubble, a diamond – or for the modern bride, a gemstone – is forever.

By Timothy R. Schulte , January 29, 2010

Declarations of Love

As the first element of your wedding guests see, stationery should truly represent the theme of your big day. Invitation expert Lea Armstrong of Wedding Paper Divas, shares some of her do’s and don’ts for announcements and invitations.

By Mirielle Cailles , January 29, 2010

Every Picture Tells a Story

Karry Castillo, an event specialist and owner of Uniquely Yours in Merritt Island, Fla., says couples have three options for wedding photography: traditional, photojournalistic and editorial. While traditional includes mostly posed shots, photojournalistic aims to tell a story using one to three angles and more candid photos. Oftentimes, this style will cover the entirety of the big day, from the bride getting ready, to the bride’s goodnight, using anywhere from two to three separate photographers. Editorial photos offer an edgier style with a more fashion-oriented approach.

By Mirielle Cailles , January 29, 2010

The Sweetest Thing

For every bride-to-be, creating the perfect cake is one of the essential parts of her wedding fantasy. From fondant masterpieces to sugar flowers and cake toppers, these sweet treats truly are the icing on every wedding. So when it comes to planning your own cake, experts say to follow your own heart and your taste buds.

By Mirielle Cailles , January 29, 2010

Bon Voyage

From Hollywood to Hawaii, Florida to France, couples travel all around the world to their dream honeymoon spot. But when it comes to planning a wedding getaway, couples need to consider all things basic: budget, time, season and destination.

By Mirielle Cailles , January 29, 2010

Place Setting

Congratulations on your engagement! Of course, you’re ecstatic about planning your perfect wedding and spending the rest of your life with that perfect someone. And while taking care of things like floral arrangements and invitation fonts can wait, it’s not unwise to set your date and book your venue as soon as possible.

January 29, 2010

This Is What It's All About

Maybe it’s a runway gown you fell in love with right away, or perhaps it’s your grandmother’s gown that you want to craft into a modern design for your strut down the aisle. Either way – old, new, borrowed or blue, the dress is the iconic wedding piece brides love most. And there’s no reason the hunt for the perfect gown should be anything but painless.

January 29, 2010

How Much Do You Charge?

How Much Do You Charge? Perhaps the 5 most dangerous words you can ask any vendor as your initial question, especially entertainment. Date availability, areas of expertise and event length can play a significant role in determining the investment.

By Dude Walker , January 29, 2010