Wedding & Beauty

Do You Really Need to Wear White on Your Wedding Day?

This is one of the more common questions I get asked from time to time – do brides really need to wear white on their wedding day?  It’s definitely a trick question, as we’ve had it pounded into our heads for our entire lives that brides wear white. Luckily, in this day and age, the […]

The 3 Hottest Trends in Bridesmaid Dresses

One of the most visceral aspects of any wedding is the attire, especially in relation to the bride and the bridesmaids (and secondarily, the mother of the bride).  I’ve written about wedding dresses in the past, but for today’s post I’ll be drilling down and focusing specifically on bridesmaid dress trends for 2012. It’s no […]

Video: The Hottest Summer 2012 Wedding Dress Trends

The old saying, “the trend is your friend,” can be applied to pretty much anything in life, including wedding dress fashion.  And understanding the hot wedding dress trends that emerge from year to year can help ensure that you wear a dress that looks hot and trendy instead of tired and dated. The bottom line […]

4 Tricks to Looking Thinner for Your Wedding

It goes without saying that ALL brides want to look their absolute best on their wedding day.  That said, when you’re in the weeds with your wedding planning activities it can be tough to eat properly and keep to your workout regimen. But the good news is that there are several shortcuts that you can […]

How to Choose the Best Mother of the Bride Accessories

One of the most difficult things for me when my daughters got married was trying to finish off my outfit.  I really didn’t have much difficulty finding an elegant evening gown and hairstyle, but I struggled to finish off my look.  And much like the icing on the cake, your wedding accessories can really make […]

Wedding Dresses 101

A wedding is obviously an extremely special day for everyone involved – from the bride and groom to the mother of the bride to the bridal party.  But of course, it is the bride that represents the centerpiece of the entire ceremony. The dress, hairstyle, accessories, makeup – everything gets highlighted when you’re the bride. […]

Wedding Makeup Tips

For the bride, a perfect outfit would be incomplete without perfect makeup, jewelry and accessories. A well-fitted outfit adds charm and elegance to the bride’s overall look, but having perfect makeup is really the icing on the proverbial cake. For most brides, the best results can usually be achieved by going with a professional makeup […]

Hair Style Tips for Mother of the Bride

Ah yes, it’s your daughter’s wedding and you are the proud mother of the bride! Apart from the responsibility involved, you also need to look your very best during the big day. But, you must also keep in mind that you don’t want to dress up too much to steal attention away from the bride. […]

The Secret to Wedding Day Beauty

Preparations for you or your daughter’s look for her wedding usually begin the moment the wedding date is set, but don’t be shy about planning your beauty regime even if you are a year off the mark. From your wedding hair to your skin to your outfit, the more time you are willing to invest in […]

Wedding Jewelry Tips for Mother of the Bride

As the mother of the bride, you will warrant a lot of attention on your daughter’s big day.  Plus, you are bound to be a central figure in a myriad of wedding pictures. Therefore it is important not to be careless with your overall look on this day, and pay careful attention…especially to the details. While many moms think […]