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When lit, an image of a young couple sharing their first kiss
appears within this bewitching glass cube. LED lighted base.
Uses 3 AAA batteries (not included) 2 1/2" square x 3 1/2"
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On the day they begin their new lives as man and wife, the
bride and groom share the traditional first dance. A romantic
addition to the La Verona Collection. Alabastrite. 9 1/4"
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Two oval "shabby elegance" frames delicately carved
and hanging by a rope cord. Each holds a 3 1/2" x 3"
photo. Alabastrite in distressed white. 6" x 1" x 14
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Baskets | Birdhouse Churches and Wedding Chapels | Cake
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Porcelain Modern Art Wedding Couples
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The stylized bouquet and veil make this an unmistakable, if unconventional,
image of a wedding couple. A breathtaking modern art sculpture
in black porcelain. 5 1/2" x 3 1/2" x 10" high.
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33034 Turn your home into a spa with this basket
full of indulgence. Shower gel, sponge, and body lotion for luxurious
skin care; pumice stone and nail brush for hands and feet; a
wooden massager for sore muscles. Slippers make a cozy endnote.
Vanilla scent. 5" x 4" x 16" high. Price per set.
[Bath and Body | Gifts | Bridal | Romance
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Displaying the Marriage Prayer, this candle features pressed
daisies and baby's breath. Vanilla scent. 3 1/2" diameter
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A perfect crown for your wedding cake. Two kissing swans amid
trailing vines with golden accents. 6" x 3 3/4" x 8
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Hand-painted roses add color to a decorative
"shabby elegance" bird cage for hanging or table top.
Dome lifts off. Metal with distressed beige finish. 8 1/2"
diameter. x 13 1/2" high. [Bridal | Birds | Roses | Shabby
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The raised detail on this cast-metal, silverplated candelabra
gives it a touch of the elegance of time gone by. 8" x 4"
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Victorian gown and hat display with lace and roses. 3" x
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You can just imagine the blushing bride in this wedding gown
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Washington, DC - (BlackNews.com/BlackPR.com)
- 1-5-04. Layne Corban, a Washington, DC based atelier, announced
today the launch of its debut Bridal collection. The Layne Corban
Bridal collection will offer exquisitely designed contemporary
bridal apparel inspired by Hollywood s Glamorous past. Themes
of femininity, sophistication, and elegance are prominent within
the collection. Through the interplay of luxurious fabrics and
embellishments, couture styling, and quality workmanship, the
Bridal Collection will have a contemporary and seasonless elegance.
The design focus is on
our customer, the Layne Corban bride, a woman who exudes sophistication
and confidence. She has an individual sense of style and understands
couture quality. She desires to be chic and elegant. She desires
to leave a lasting impression with her groom and her guests on
the most important day of her life.
For Layne Corban's Bridal
collection debut, gowns will be the focus. Each gown is designed
to enhance the feminine silhouette by making use of distinctive
design lines and details. The designs are created using the finest
silks and embellishments available. Subsequent collections will
include gowns, ensembles, dresses, and separates to meet the
needs of brides being married in informal, formal, and destination
settings. Layne Corban's debut Bridal collection will be available
in Full Service Bridal Salons, Boutiques, and Department Stores
in August 2004, with prices ranging from $1500 to $3000.
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Layne Corban is also
unveiling www.LayneCorban.com. The website will provide industry professionals
and consumers with an online fashion presentation of their Bridal
collections as well as providing other company information online.
Vanessa Layne Mason,
President and Designer for Layne Corban, will be working to build
a company reputation for designing sophisticated, elegant Bridal
apparel for women of style and sophistication. Looking toward
the future, Layne Corban will introduce a bridal accessories
collection. Vanessa Mason is striving to make the Layne Corban
label a leader in the bridal industry nationally as well as internationally.
About Layne Corban
Layne Corban is dedicated to supplying Contemporary Misses Bridal
apparel to worldwide retailers who enhance women's beauty by
offering stylish and elegant apparel for their wedding day. Layne
Corban, LLC is a privately owned company based in Washington,
DC. For more information visit: www.LayneCorban.com
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Bridal Party Gifts
Favors: Pen Sets and Favor Bags
Fashion Accessories and Jewelry
Bridal Party Gifts
Frames
Pearl Bracelets, Necklaces, Earrings
Sterling Silver Jewelry
Key Rings
Pens
Swiss Army Knives
Jewelry Boxes
Gift Certificates
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Washington,
DC
- (BlackNews.com/BlackPR.com) - 1-5-04. Layne Corban, a Washington,
DC based atelier, announced today the launch of its debut Bridal
collection. The Layne Corban Bridal collection will offer exquisitely
designed contemporary bridal apparel inspired by Hollywood s
Glamorous past. Themes of femininity, sophistication, and elegance
are prominent within the collection. Through the interplay of
luxurious fabrics and embellishments, couture styling, and quality
workmanship, the Bridal Collection will have a contemporary and
seasonless elegance.
The design
focus is on our customer, the Layne Corban bride, a woman who
exudes sophistication and confidence. She has an individual sense
of style and understands couture quality. She desires to be chic
and elegant. She desires to leave a lasting impression with her
groom and her guests on the most important day of her life.
For Layne Corban's
Bridal collection debut, gowns will be the focus. Each gown is
designed to enhance the feminine silhouette by making use of
distinctive design lines and details. The designs are created
using the finest silks and embellishments available. Subsequent
collections will include gowns, ensembles, dresses, and separates
to meet the needs of brides being married in informal, formal,
and destination settings. Layne Corban's debut Bridal collection
will be available in Full Service Bridal Salons, Boutiques, and
Department Stores in August 2004, with prices ranging from $1500
to $3000.
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Layne Corban
is also unveiling www.LayneCorban.com. The website will provide industry
professionals and consumers with an online fashion presentation
of their Bridal collections as well as providing other company
information online.
Vanessa Layne
Mason, President and Designer for Layne Corban, will be working
to build a company reputation for designing sophisticated, elegant
Bridal apparel for women of style and sophistication. Looking
toward the future, Layne Corban will introduce a bridal accessories
collection. Vanessa Mason is striving to make the Layne Corban
label a leader in the bridal industry nationally as well as internationally.
About Layne
Corban
Layne Corban is dedicated to supplying Contemporary Misses Bridal
apparel to worldwide retailers who enhance women's beauty by
offering stylish and elegant apparel for their wedding day. Layne
Corban, LLC is a privately owned company based in Washington,
DC. For more information visit: www.LayneCorban.com
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Bridal Party Gifts
Favors: Pen Sets and Favor Bags
Fashion Accessories and Jewelry
Bridal Party Gifts
Frames
Pearl Bracelets, Necklaces, Earrings
Sterling Silver Jewelry
Key Rings
Pens
Swiss Army Knives
Jewelry Boxes
Gift Certificates
Accessories--Yes,
the Little Things Really Do Matter
by Katie Main
You've got the groom, you've got the gown...now my goodness,
what great jewelry and accessories are you going to wear on your
big day?
As the old saying goes, "God is in the details" and
that isn’t any truer than when planning a wedding. So much
time and effort goes into the selection of invitations, food,
cake, music and more that by the time you get around to selecting
your accessories, the temptation could be to say, "Forget
it. My ring is enough!" But, that is one temptation you will
want to resist. Accessories are like the beautiful bow on a present.
Without the bow it's a box wrapped in paper but with it, the box
becomes a decorative work of art that one can’t wait to unwrap.
So how do you decide what accessories you want to compliment
your gown? First, take a look at your dress. Did you choose a
princess style, modern, Elizabethan, formal or informal dress?
As a rule of thumb, the more ornate and decorative your gown,
the less jewelry or accessories you will want to add—which
isn’t to say that you won’t want to accessorize at all—just
remember, that as in most things, less really is more. Next decide
what part of your body you want to highlight. Are your neck and
shoulders exposed allowing for a chocker or necklace? Will your
hair be pulled back to showcase beautiful drop earring? Or will
your hair be cascading down, allowing for a delicate tiara to
be placed atop your head. Whatever you decide, do a trial run
of the accessory before your big day. This is not the time to
discover that the beautiful chandelier earrings you’ve chosen
pull on your ear to the point of pain, or that the "queen
for a day" tiara feels more like a vice grip on your head.
Lastly, you’ll want to choose a beautiful handbag. Once
again, keep in mind the style of your gown when selecting your
purse. And remember most bridal bags can be dyed, so if you fall
in love with a style but don’t see it in a shade that matches
your wedding colors, inquire whether it can be dyed to match your
specifications. The key to most bridal purses is to choose something
on the small to medium size—this is one day you can get away
without carrying a cell phone, car keys, or address book. All
you need is a purse that is large enough to carry a few tissues
(handy for when the day becomes overwhelming happy) and a lipstick
and compact to freshen up before important wedding day photos.
Many happy wishes on your big day!
Katie Main is the owner and designer of Kitsch Purses, specializing
in bridal and evening handbags. Kitsch Purses is located in Los
Angeles, California and has become a favorite of celebrities when
choosing handbags for special occasions.
Katie Main may be contacted at http://www.kitschpurses.com or kitschpurses@yahoo.com
Bridesmaid's Dresses--Size
Does Make a Difference
by Katie Main
We choose are friends and inherit our family, yes? And hopefully,
we have chosen those friends based on their loving natures, vibrant
personalities, and generosity of spirit. And with any luck, our
family members possess those same traits. The majority of us probably
haven’t based our decision to be friends with someone based
on their looks or the shape of their body. So, in all likelihood,
we have friends and family members that come in all wonderful
shapes and sizes. Therefore I ask you, dear readers…why do
we persist in trying to force these women, who are as varied in
personality as they are in dress size, to all fit into the same
style of bridesmaid dress for our wedding?
I remember being in a wedding once as a bridesmaid and looking
at the photos after the wedding. It was like looking at a photo
taken from the Guinness Book of World Records. You know,
the pictures that have the tallest woman in the world standing
next to the shortest one--or the heaviest woman next to the thinnest.
Yes, there we were in all our wedding splendor looking absolutely
ridiculous--each one of us wearing an identical dress that suited
not one woman’s body type.
Why does the tradition exist that each bridesmaid wear the
same dress? The main reason is so that the bride can further stand
out from the crowd and not be upstaged by anyone else in the wedding
party. The traditional thinking has been that if the same dress
is worn by all the bridesmaids, there is consistency in the look
and the eye is never pulled away from the bride by looking at
all the different shapes and styles of the bridesmaid’s dresses.
However, this thinking of universality usually fails more often
than it succeeds. If you were to randomly read the minds of guests
attending the wedding as the bridesmaids went down the aisle,
I would bet that the thinking wouldn’t be "Ahh, there
goes Catherine looking so pretty and not upstaging the bride at
all." But instead, "Oh, poor Catherine, she just doesn’t
have the bust to fill out that strapless gown." And "Oh,
and there goes Anne...I can see now why she wants that breast
reduction. She’s about ready to fall out of that dress!"
And what has been accomplished? The very thing that we were striving
not to have happen--attention has been taken away from the bride
and diverted to the fashion faux pas' making their way down the
aisle.
So what is the solution? Many brides (having suffered through
the indignities of having to wear the wrong bridesmaid dress)
are now opting for consistency of just color, not style. They
understand that the spaghetti strap dress that does wonders for
their sister’s toned shoulders makes their best friend look
like a linebacker. Savvy brides realize that when their bridesmaids
look good; the entire wedding party looks great.
Now, a word of caution. Don’t give your bridesmaids free
reign. Tell them from the beginning what your requirements are.
Should everyone find a tea length dress in lavender? Floor length
in teal? Be specific. Accompany them when they go shopping for
their dresses or, if that isn’t convenient, have them bring
their chosen dress over and model it for you. From the beginning,
let them know that you have veto power over any dress that they
select. This is still your wedding and your approval should be
given over each and every dress. And don’t wait until the
day of the wedding to see their dresses. The last thing you need
is a bridesmaid sauntering down the aisle in a minidress. Because
if we admit it...all of us have that one friend or family member
who might, just might, like to upstage us on our wedding day.
:)
Katie Main is the owner and designer of Kitsch Purses, specializing
in bridal and evening handbags. Kitsch Purses is located in Los
Angeles, California and has become a favorite of celebrities when
choosing handbags for special occasions.
Katie Main may be contacted at http://www.kitschpurses.com or kitschpurses@yahoo.com
Bridal Bouquets - Here's 5
Alternatives
by Paul Ajao
Bridal bouquets are the most popular accessories for brides
to walk down the aisle. But what if you want to be a bit different?
Here are 5 alternative ideas that will work for both brides and
bridesmaids:
1) Wrist Corsage
This is a small arrangement of flowers that is secured to the
wrist. Roses, orchids and other small-headed flowers work best.
The great thing about a wrist corsage is that both of your
hands are free - ideal if you're going to be hugging lots of guests.
Bianca Jagger looked very chic having chosen a wrist corsage
instead of a bouquet when she married Mick Jagger.
2) Pomander
A pomander (also called a kissing ball) is a round ball shape
of flowers that has a delicate ribbon handle. This is easy to
carry as the ribbon just slips over the wrist. Roses are the most
popular choice for pomanders but you could also use gerberas or
carnations.
Pomanders are often carried by bridesmaids and flowergirls,
but can look spectacular for the bride herself.
3) Hair Decoration
Hair decorations can be both elegant and stylish. You can choose
one large flower such as a lily to form the focal point of your
arrangement. This type of arrangement is worn on the side of the
head.
Alternatively you could go for a circular 'halo' arrangement,
such as Audrey Hepburn wore at her wedding. She had a halo arrangement
of white roses that was worn on top of the head.
In addition to flowers, you can incorporate beads, jewels and
feathers into your hair decoration. Have a quick chat with your
florist and you could come up with a unique design that suits
your personality and complements your bridegroom's boutonniere.
4) Prayer Book
Another choice instead of holding a bridal bouquet is to hold
a prayer book or bible. Some brides like to decorate the prayer
book with a small arrangement of flowers and/or ribbons.
You could use a cherished bible that was given to you as gift,
or you could buy a new one as a symbol of your new life and how
you plan to lead it.
5) Lantern or Candle Holder
These are great for church weddings, especially if it is an
evening ceremony. Candles are very romantic and will add to the
ceremony. Use non-drip candles and a lantern design that fully
encloses the naked flame to reduce the risk of an accident.
The base of the lantern or candleholder can be decorated with
a small arrangement of flowers to match the colors of your wedding
theme.
Paul Ajao is co-founder of wedding florists Pure Botanics.
For great ideas on creating beautiful bouquets, centerpieces and
boutonnieres for your wedding, check out his website at http://www.wedding-flowers-guide.com
Paul Ajao may be contacted at http://www.wedding-flowers-guide.com
Bridal Jewelry: Fulfilling
a Wedding Tradition
by Sam Serio
‘Something old, something new, something borrowed, something
blue.’ This is a saying that many brides take to heart when
considering their wedding trousseau. From wedding gowns, accessories
and motifs, brides from all walks of life throughout the years
have tried their best to stick to this formula. It’s interesting
to note that bridal jewelry can follow this adage, too.
‘Something old’ could most often be a piece of bridal
jewelry that is a family heirloom. Sometimes the groom would give
to his bride a ring or another piece of jewelry that had once
been owned by his mother, grandmother, or past brides in his family.
Maybe the bride would wear her own mother’s antique jewelry
or some other gem that has been handed down to brides in the family
from generation to generation. One thing is certain, wearing such
bridal jewelry would reinforce a sense of family, tradition and
continuity in a wedding ceremony.
‘Something new’ hardly needs any explanation. Thousands
upon thousands of bridal jewelry stores, both the Internet e-commerce
sites and bricks-and-mortar stores, offer a dazzling array of
accessories to make the bride shine on her wedding day. The would-be
bride can choose from among various jewelry pieces one or several
items that she would wear at the ceremony and which she could
treasure and keep as a memento of that most special day.
At first thought, ‘something borrowed’ doesn’t
seem applicable to bridal jewelry. After all, a bride would most
probably want to wear her own jewels and not have to borrow and
then return them. But for women who want to add to the accessories
that they will be wearing on their wedding day without having
to spend thousands of dollars more to buy new ones, renting jewelry
offers a practical solution. Many establishments rent out antique
or estate bridal jewelry, including necklaces, bracelets, and
earrings, and only the rental fee plus a refundable deposit need
to be paid.
Finally, for that ‘something blue’ in a bridal jewelry
ensemble, there are several gemstones that fit the bill. Depending
on the shade of blue that she wants, a bride can opt for a necklace,
bracelet, or earrings that are accented with sapphires, aquamarines
or blue pearls. Hair ornaments or tiaras with other blue-tinted
stones such as agate and topaz are also beautiful accessories
for the bride.
The bride is the belle of the ball on her wedding day and it
is important for her to look her best on that special occasion.
Bridal jewelry, chosen tastefully and worn properly, will complement
her wedding dress and make her look as radiant and as beautiful
as any bride should be.
Sam Serio is an Internet Marketer, musician and a writer on
the subject of jewelry and gemstones. For more information on
jewelry and gemstones, we cordially invite you to visit www.morninglightjewelry.com
to pick up your FREE copy of “How To Buy Jewelry And Gemstones
Without Being Ripped Off.” This concise, informative special
report reveals almost everything you ever wanted to know about
jewelry and gemstones, but were afraid to ask. Get your FREE report
at www.morninglightjewelry.com.
Sam Serio may be contacted at http://www.morninglightjewelry.com or samserio@ccisp.net
Bridal Lingerie Considerations
by John Barnes
u've seen thousands of photos, tried on dozens of gowns. But
you may have missed some small items in your search for the perfect
wedding-day look -- those essential unmentionables that go under
the dress. Undergarments provide the foundation necessary for
your outerwear to look how it's supposed to. They can change the
way your dress fits, so you'll need to purchase them before your
first fitting. Read on for the lowdown on lingerie.
BRA
The bra is the uberundergarment, that leading piece of lingerie
to which all others play supporting roles. You'll need a good,
supportive bra to lift you up as you walk down the aisle and keep
you comfortable for hours of dining, dancing, and posing with
relatives. Many bridal boutiques offer decorative bras that are
as creative -- and nearly as costly -- as the gown itself. While
some of these elegant brassieres have unique proportions that
can be quite useful with the right gown, make comfort your priority:
You don't want insufficient support or annoying wires cutting
into your sides on your wedding day. And remember, you can slip
into provocative, flimsy lingerie when you take the gown off.
Before you buy, ask about the store return policy. You'll likely
want to try on a few different bras with your gown, so make sure
that as long as you leave the tags on, the garment is returnable
for a full refund.
Regardless of which style you choose, try not to have unrealistic
expectations for your bra -- or yourself -- on your wedding day.
If it's too uncomfortable to wear for a five-hour stretch on a
normal afternoon, why suffer?
SLIMMERS
While old-fashioned girdles have long been out of style, you
might try one of the several contemporary slimming undergarments
that use Lycra or Spandex rather than stiff stays or ancient whalebone.
Make sure you take your bra, slimmer, stockings, and shoes to
your fittings; a body-support garment will give a slightly different
shape than just sucking in your gut, and changing your "support"
down the road will affect the way your gown fits.
PANTIES
As with the bra and slimmer, choose panties that offer comfort
over sex appeal. (There's just no way to discreetly rearrange
a pair of creeping panties through a wedding gown!) If your gown
has an unusually slinky cut or is made of very thin material,
you may want to use pantyhose with built-in underwear.
HOSIERY
If you want to wear a fancy garter belt with hooks to hold
up thigh-high hose, make sure you choose one that fits snugly
around your waist -- and won't be seen through your gown! The
pressure of the hose can pull an inexpensive, elastic garter belt
downward, leading to wrinkly knees and an evening of endless attemts
to hitch up your hose (a task nearly as hard to hide as panty-tugging).
A garter belt is a pretty superfluous item, given the variety
of sleek and sexy pantyhose available. But some women feel extra
sexy just knowing they're wearing one. If you go with a garter,
you'll need to test it out to make sure you can bear the inconvenience.
Before your wedding, try on your gown -- with your undergarments
-- under the watchful eye of a close friend. Once you're sure
you won't show more than you intend to show, forget about it and
have fun!
Getting the most out of your wedding day shouldn't be contingent
on your lingerie, but it will definitely have an impact on your
memories. Take a chance on your styles, and do it differently
than all others. Make your day more special for bride and groom
with the little details that are so memorable.
John Barnes Writes for http://www.lingerieexpress.co.uk . Lingerie
Express carries a vast selection of bridal lingerie and underwear
for all types of sensuous woman
John Barnes may be contacted at http://www.lingerieexpress.co.uk
Bridal Shower Planning and
Tips
by Tara Greiner
A bridal shower is a chance for the bride-to-be to get together
with her closest family and friends to celebrate her upcoming
wedding. And of course to shower the bride-to-be with gifts!
The maid or matron of honor is usually the person that will
host the bridal shower with the help of the other bridesmaids.
Planning a bridal shower can be a little overwhelming. Most importantly
it should be a memorable occasion for the bride-to- be before
her wedding day. There are many different themes and ways to throw
a bridal shower, from traditional ideas to newer ideas. However,
there are certain key components for every bridal shower that
you should keep in mind. Below are some tips to help you get started.
Be creative and enjoy planning your bride-to-be’s bridal
shower!
Make a Guest List – If the bridal shower is a surprise,
you may need to have the groom, mother of the bride and others
help you compile a guest list. If it’s not a surprise shower
you can have the bride help you. The bridal shower should be made
up of close friends, family and co-workers. Shower invites should
only be sent to those people that will also receive a wedding
invitation; unless of course the wedding is small and intimate
with family and close friends only.
Set a Shower Date - The shower date should be anywhere within
two months of the wedding day. Again, if it’s a surprise
check with the groom for a good date, if it’s not a surprise
you can ask the bride herself for a date she will be available.
Sunday’s seem to be the most popular day for bridal showers
and most people are off from work as well.
Pick a Shower Theme - Picking a theme makes planning the shower
easier and will allow you to coordinate the decorations, invitations,
favors and the like. Some of our favorite bridal shower themes
are: a lingerie shower, wine shower, household shower, romantic
shower and more. There are literally tons of different shower
themes to choose from.
Shower Invitations - Once you have the date set you can send
out invitations with an RSVP date. You should also include the
theme of the shower as well. Also include information about where
the wedding couple is registered. Some people like to buy a gift
off of the wedding registry, while some choose to buy their own
gift. They can follow the theme or the registry, either way they
can’t go wrong!
If you are getting close to the RSVP date and you don’t
have many replies you may want to give them a ring. Some people
are busy with work and children and simply forget to RSVP but
they do intend on showing up. An accurate number of guests is
essential for your planning the shower and having enough of everything.
Decorations, Menus and Activities Oh My! The presentation is
everything, from the bridal favors to the food and decorations.
It will help set the tone of the bridal shower.
The food menu will depend on the theme of the shower and the
timing as well. You may choose to include a lunch meal or light
snacks and appetizers. The cake should also match the bridal shower
theme as much as possible.
There are many different games to choose from! Games are a
great way to get everyone talking and mingling. Remember just
because you all know the bride doesn’t mean you also know
each other, this is a good way to get to know one another. Don’t
forget to also pick up some prizes for those that win the activities.
The prizes can be candles to candy, a special journal etc.
Bridal Shower Favors - It is customary to give each person
attending the shower a small favor. The shower favor does not
have to be elaborate, it can be something simple yet nice that
matches the theme of the wedding shower.
Following these few tips will assure wedding shower success!
It may seem overwhelming at first but if you break down the shower
into key points it will be much easier for you. Also you can then
assign tasks to the family, friends and bridesmaids that have
offered to help with the shower planning.
Tara is the owner of www.AllowMe.net – a wedding and bridal
store that specializes in Bridal
Shower Favors, wedding
invitations, wedding
favors and more! Allow Me is your one stop wedding shop!
Tara Greiner may be contacted at http://www.allowme.net or chrissie@allowme.net
Bridal Shower Themes
by Samantha Taylor
It is the maid
of honor's duty to organize the bridal
shower and to ensure that the party is everything the bride
expected. The best way to ensure that everyone will have fun is
to create a theme around the bridal shower in which everyone can
participate in. The following is a list of fun and exciting themes
for bridal showers. Choose the one that suits the bride the best:
- Lingerie Bridal Shower – The lingerie theme has
become more and more popular in recent years. This type of shower
is typically for a younger bride who will be comfortable with
the risqué nature of a lingerie bridal shower. Each guest,
in lieu of bringing a traditional wedding shower gift, will bring
a piece of lingerie for the bride. The groom will reap the benefits
of a lingerie shower as well. Chances are the gifts will be put
to great use on the honeymoon.
- Gourmet Bridal Shower – A gourmet bridal shower
is perfect for brides who love to cook and sample different kinds
of food. Instead of serving traditional snacks like cheese and
crackers, ask each guest to bring a gourmet-related dish. Sending
out invitations in the shape of foods or hand deliver invitations
in an apron to add a little extra pizzazz to your shower.
- Around-the-Clock Bridal Shower – This is a relatively
new bridal shower theme. It requires each guest to bring a gift
that the bride and groom can use at a specific point throughout
the day. For example, on one person's invitation it might read
3pm; while on another's it may read 1am. The gifts are distributed
clockwise according to the hours each guest is assigned.
- Room-of-the-House Bridal Shower – Similar to
the “around-the-clock” theme listed above; this theme
requires each guest to bring a gift in relation to a specific
room in the house. One guest might be assigned the kitchen; while
another might receive the bedroom. Each guest would have to choose
their gift pertaining to the room on the invitation.
- Stock the Bar - This theme requires each guest to
bring wine, beer, spirits or liquor; which the couple can use
to stock their bar at home. You may want to assign each guest
a different kind of liquor to ensure that the couple doesn't
end up with 10 bottles of tequila!
The bridal
shower theme you choose will have a great impact on the success
of your bridal shower. Make sure the theme is suitable for the
personality of the bride; otherwise she may be disappointed with
the outcome. Also take into consideration the types of gifts the
couple could most use. If they already have a stocked bar, a "stock-the-bar"
shower won't be a helpful theme. The outcome of this shower may
determine whether or not you're ever asked to throw another one.
But remember, above all, have fun!
Samantha Taylor spent several years working in the weddings
industry as a wedding planner. When she isn’t being a mom
of two wonderful children, she works as a freelance writer for
http://www.yourwedding101.com
- a site that offers information about everything related to planning a wedding –
from wedding
dresses to finding the perfect wedding
cake and more.
Samantha Taylor may be contacted at http://www.yourwedding101.com
Choosing the Perfect Wedding
Ring
by Samantha Taylor
Traditionally, a wedding band was worn on the ring finger of
the left hand because it was believed that the vein in that finger
went straight to the heart. A wedding ring is a piece of jewelry
which will be worn everyday of your life to signify your love
and fidelity to your significant other. That being said, you want
to ensure you choose the perfect ring, which can be difficult
for someone who is inexperienced in this area. Luckily we can
help you through the steps of finding the perfect wedding ring
for the special person in your life.
The first thing to consider is the kind of metal you want for
your wedding rings. Most wedding rings are found in yellow gold,
white gold or platinum. These forms of metal vary in price and
most likely this decision will be quite easy since most women
already know what kind of ring they want.
The next step is choosing the stone for the ring. You will
need to decide which kind of stone you want as well as the shape
of the stone. Diamonds are still the most popular choice when
it comes to stones for wedding rings however colored stones such
as emeralds, rubies and sapphires are becoming more and more popular.
The last step is to find a reputable jeweler who you will be
comfortable purchasing such an expensive piece of jewelry from.
Perhaps it is best to use a jeweler who one of your friends or
family members have already used and would recommend for you because
of such great results.
If you are like most couples who are marrying, you will likely
choose a diamond wedding ring. If you are doing so, you may want
to keep the four C's in mind while doing so. The four C's are
the diamond's color, cut, clarity and carat weight.
- Color – Diamonds are available in number of colors
and shades including white, yellow, green, blue and pink. The
color range starts at D and moves through the alphabet towards
Z. The scale moves from white to yellow as it makes its way through
the alphabet.
- Cut – The cut of the diamond is what gives the
diamond personality. Diamonds which are cut well will be bright
and sparkly, however diamonds that are cut poorly may end up
looking dull and boring. Choosing and making sure the cut is
perfect is a crucial step in the overall outcome of your wedding
ring.
- Clarity – An inclusion in a diamond is an imperfection
inside the stone which will greatly affect the overall worth
of the ring. The size, color and position of the inclusions in
your ring affect the clarity of the diamond. You want to ensure
the diamond has good clarity.
- Carat Weight – A carat is divided into 100 equal
parts (also known as points). Therefore a one carat diamond equals
100 points; half carat equals 50 and so on. When the diamonds
are loose (before they are mounted on the ring), the weight is
easy to determine, however, after the diamond has been mounted
only a gemologist can determine the weight of the diamond(s).
Take your time when choosing a wedding ring for yourself or
for your significant other. A wedding ring is a sign of your everlasting
love to one another and is something that will be cherished for
the rest of your lives.
Samantha Taylor spent several years working in the weddings
industry as a wedding planner. When she isn’t being a mom
of two wonderful children, she works as a freelance writer for
http://www.yourwedding101.com
- a site that offers information about everything related to planning a wedding –
from wedding
dresses to finding the perfect wedding
cake and more.
Samantha Taylor may be contacted at http://www.yourwedding101.com
Dresses for all occasions; bridal,
bridesmaid, flower girl, prom, cocktail party
by Claire Jordan
Whether you’re shopping
for dresses for weddings, proms, formal and social occasions
or just everyday wear, you’ll de surprised at what you can
find on the internet.
You may never have considered shopping for fashion on the internet,
but you may be surprised at the range and quality of garments
which are available. Not everyone enjoys spending hours walking
around stores and malls!
As well as saving time and a lot of shoe leather, you’ll
find you save a lot of money also. Because online fashion companies
don’t have big overhead costs like the stores, prices are
generally much lower, even on items which are exactly the same
as what you would find in a store.
Absolutely everything can be purchased online, including everyday
garments, bridal, bridesmaid, prom and evening gowns, dresses
for little girls, pageant, christening, communion and baptism
gowns, large sizes, sexy cocktail gowns, and boutique and designer
creations.
Most sites have size charts to help you choose, and you can
contact the company with any queries you may have. Check to see
if they allow you to return or exchange the dress if you find
it’s not what you expected.
Shopping for dresses
for any occasion has never been easier; everything from bridal,
bridesmaid and flower girl gowns, to prom gowns, cocktail party
and evening wear.
Claire Jordan has written many informative and thought provoking
articles on fashion.
To read more, please visit http://www.fashionz-central.info
and http://www.fashion-galaxy.com
Claire Jordan may
be contacted at
Essential wedding accessories
- INJECT Beauty Into The Eyes Of The Beholder
by Kacy Carr
Wedding accessories are so important when it comes down to
adding the finishing touches to the bridal attire. If you think
the bridal look is complete without wedding accessories then I
urge you to think again. Wedding gowns need garnishing with elegance
and this is achieved by choosing the right essential wedding accessories.
Wedding veils
Watch how the veil sets the scene and speaks volumes as it
is nurtured onto the head expelling radiance and beauty. An amazing
transformation transpires for the bride once the veil is positioned
Design/style of your chosen gown will help you decide on what
veil is best suitable. Traditional veils normally measure approx
three and half yards long, in saying that remember this is your
day and if you want your veil trailing along the floor then so
be it.
Shoes & stockings
Crucial elements are shoes/stockings for the overall look on
your wedding day. Before deciding on a pretty shoe because it
looks good be sure to try it for comfort as you will be wearing
them for the best part of the day. Shoes made of velvet, satin
or silk are materials which once again are a common choice made
by brides.
Jewelry Aside from the wedding band/ring consider Jewelry pieces
like Grace Kelly pearl peepers with a matching string of pearls
to compliment the gown, Jewelry selections as such just oozes
and injects elegance, in fact adding glamour in a tasteful feminine
way.
Headpieces
Diamante headbands and Juliet caps are generally used to hold
the wedding veil in place. All brides' requirements have been
catered for when looking for essential accessories in bridal shops
from plain to bling bling. Crystals/pearls hold strong in a brides
mind therefore dominating her way of thinking on designs and styles
for her wedding gown and accessories.
Star attraction headpieces has to be the tiara all of a shimmer
and glimmer.
Gloves
Another accessory that must not to be ignored especially if
the wedding gown is off the shoulder/sleeveless, is gloves. Word
has it the shorter the sleeve the longer the glove. Gloves simply
conjure up an air of sophistication to any bridal outfit.
Wedding accessories are just as important as your gown so the
right choice has to be made to look a million dollars
An honest friend is the best companion to have with you when
out shopping for what to wear on your wedding day; it can also
help ease pressure.
Just a little friendly warning, make sure the friend you have
chosen to help in your bid to look beautiful is not one of your
boyfriends old flames.
After hours of research I found this fabulous site and hey
what do you know everything you could possibly need is all here
to make your wedding day special..Well worth a visit dont just
take my word for it http://www.your-wedding-planning-help.com.
Hi Kacy here, a thank you for reading my articles I hope to
continue to provide pleasure and at the same time help people
with their problems on some of my chosen subjects.
Kacy Carr may be contacted at http://www.benidormbeaches.com or kacycarr@yahoo.co.uk
How Not To Stress Over
Finding Your Mother Of The Bride Dress
by Audrey Cheong
Your daughter's wedding is announced. She has butterflies in
her stomach and one thousand and one things to do. Her "butterflies"
become yours and your thoughts are racing just like hers. You,
as her mother, will help her plan her dream wedding, just like
your mother planned yours. At the back of your mind......"What
am I going to wear? Will I look just as beautiful as my daughter
on her wedding day? So many people are going to be looking at
me as well...."
Fret no more. Here are the RULES but like all rules, they may
be broken or should I say improvised and revised to suit you.
I say whatever makes you and/or your daughter happy!
1. Confer with your daughter. She will come up with a color
scheme for her wedding.
2. Ask her whether she wants the color of your dress to complement
her wedding color/colors or almost match it. Examples of complementary
colors to a red color theme is burgundy, wine, claret red, dark
pink, and purple. As for a "match", it would certainly
be difficult to have an exact match of the colors, as your dress
will be of a different manufacturer, style, fabric, and dye. So,
do not stress over this.
3. You, as the mother of the bride, will decide on a color
or colors, after consulting your daughter. Suggest to her to be
flexible on the choice of colors--perhaps two or three choices
would be great. Mother
of the bride dresses are not made like bridesmaid dresses,
the latter being preordered and tailored months ahead of time
for the occasion. Shopping for a mother of the bride dress can
be a headache and nightmare rolled into one, especially for the
plus size woman or if you live in a rural city.
4. Do not forget to involve the mother of the groom. After
you have an idea of what color you would or should be wearing,
inform her. She will definitely appreciate that as she will be
in a panic mode as well, going through the same motions as you
will soon be, looking for that perfect "mother's" dress.
5. Shop as soon as you can. Finding YOUR dress is important
too. Understand that you are shopping for a specific style that
you like and look great in, a specific color, and then a specific
size. Then, you will need to allow sufficient time for professional
tailoring of the dress, to get it to fit just right! Also, what
about the accessories like shoes and jewelry? You will be surprised
how many ladies come to my online store within a WEEK to a few
days of the wedding!
6. Shop bridal or department stores first. You can get a first
hand look at the styles out there and the type and quality of
fabrics. Do not ignore online formal wear stores. Visiting an
online store is easy and stress free as they are a source of great
ideas of what you would like to wear on that special day. Online
bridal stores also carry the latest styles with the most competitive
and reasonable prices.
7. Take care of yourself in these nerve-wrecking times of preparation.
Remember, you need to look good as well, although it is your daughter's
wedding.
8. Now, sit back and relax. You have found your most perfect
mother of the bride dress and have a few more weeks to spare.
Give yourself a big pat on the back!
Audrey Cheong is the owner of an online bridal store specializing
in Mother of
the Bride and Groom Dresses and other formal
special occasion gowns. Visit her store www.audreysmotherofthebride.com
for great selections and prices! Email her at help@audreysmotherofthebride.com.
Audrey Cheong may be contacted at http://www.audreysmotherofthebride.com or help@audreysmotherofthebride.com
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