So, you’ve been planning your wedding for months, maybe even longer. You have your venue, your caterer, your florist, everything’s in order. But now, something has come up and you have to either postpone or cancel it altogether. Well, while there’s no question that wedding planning is a stressful experience, canceling it can be even […]
The 3 Worst Types of Wedding Flowers Ever
January 20, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Whether you’re the bride, maid of honor, mother of the bride or (ahem…) the groom, planning a wedding is no walk in the park. There are many things to consider, some of which are more important than others. For example, booking the church and/or the wedding venue is obviously more important than choosing your floral […]
The Origin of the Wedding Garter Toss Tradition
January 19, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Call me old-fashioned, but I’ve always disliked the wedding garter toss tradition – you know, that tradition where the groom removes a garter from his bride’s leg in public at the reception and tosses it to all the single fellas in the room. The whole idea of it seems a bit sexist to me, and […]
How to Choose a Flattering Mother of the Bride Dress
December 20, 2019 by Leave a Comment
One of the trickiest propositions for any soon-to-be mother of the bride is finding the best possible dress or outfit for the big day. If you are getting ready for your daughter’s wedding, you probably realize that this is easier said than done. The issue, at least for most women with adult-aged children, is that […]
The Role of the Grandmother of the Bride
December 9, 2019 by Leave a Comment
Imagining your granddaughter walking down the aisle may very well be as exciting as when it was your daughter who got married. But now you’re not the mother of the bride, you’re the grandmother. And you may very well be wondering what your role will be on your precious grandchild’s big day. The Grandparents’ Role […]
Hair and Make Up Tips for the Mother of the Bride (and Groom)
December 4, 2019 by Leave a Comment
While the bride and the groom are the most important people, here are some hair and makeup tips for the mother of the bride and groom.
The Role of the Stepmother of the Bride
December 2, 2019 by Leave a Comment
The question about the stepmother’s role in the wedding has always been a gray area. There is no manual on this, and even with the advent of the world wide web, you won’t find any definitive etiquette guide for the stepmother of the bride or groom. Questions about the role of the stepmother of the […]