A dessert table can make all your guests happy Author: Rebecca Camarena Today’s hip wedding couples are less restrictive with wedding traditions. They may even opt out of the layered cake in favor of a dessert table with more eye pleasing desserts. The cake cutting ceremony is about sharing with READ MORE…
Cupcakes offer a variety of sizes and flavors Author: Deirdre Schwiesow You may have noticed cupcake shops popping up in your town lately. This trend has also taken hold at wedding receptions, and it’s easy to see why—cupcakes can be less expensive, more varied, and just plain more fun than READ MORE…
Bringing a bridesmaid with you or mom is a great idea. You’ll need reassurance that you still look like yourself. That is huge. And it can be a very special time, and fun as well. (Just be selective and bring someone who will be straight with you….moms typically are pretty good at that and know you best and it’s a good time to reconnect….
Should you save the top of the wedding cake? Author: Patti Stafford The tradition is to save the top tier of your wedding cake and serve it on your first year anniversary. It’s relatively a new tradition if you think about it. It hasn’t been that long since we’ve been READ MORE…
Author: Deirdre Schwiesow Some wedding cake traditions—such as cramming a piece of cake into the bride’s mouth—have definitely had their day. And then there’s the old tradition of saving the top tier of the cake to eat on your one-year anniversary… While a romantic idea, this plan has some downsides: READ MORE…
Mixing it up with music Author: Laurie Snyder Contemporary couples are turning musical traditions upside down. From invites to the reception, new trends have wedding parties mixing it up.Get your guests in the party mood early. Enclose a mix CD of songs that represent you as a couple with your READ MORE…
Author: Ellie Blomgren How difficult it must be to decide on a look that will be flattering yet comfortable and worry free on one of the most important days of your life. That is the Question. Working with Brides gives stylists a sensitivity to just that. First thing a bride READ MORE…
Author: Marisilda Garcia Luges, sculptures, and fountains, oh my! Ice is not just for your wedding anymore. There are full ice bars available for your rehearsal dinner, cocktail hour or wedding reception. Ever thought of sitting on a bar stool made of ice or sipping from an ice martini glass? READ MORE…