Cut travel costs by going during the summer or fall months (if going south). These are the low-rate seasons. Check your destination’s website. Obtain specifics about weather, customs and other details. Protect yourself; purchase comprehensive travel insurance before you … [Read more...] about Smart travel guide
Why are so many bridal couples planning destination weddings? Some brides tell us that they want to avoid the stress of planning a big, traditional wedding. Others love the entire experience of having their wedding and their honeymoon in one location. And still others say they … [Read more...] about Jamaica
We all understand the importance of a balanced diet, exercise and getting enough sleep to both our general health and our appearance. But sometimes we do everything right and still have skin problems that detract from our otherwise healthy appearance. Here’s an overview from Dr. … [Read more...] about Healthy skin will help you become a beautiful, blushing bride.
Here's the question: Can super-high shoes provide super comfort for a long, long day? The honest answer is probably not. But they sure look good, don't they? So go for it. Wear the sky-high heels (if you are confident in your walk) during the ceremony, photos and dinner. But … [Read more...] about Foxy footwear
Reception Is it usual to put the dinner menu on the table or best to have the food be a surprise? Anticipation is part of the pleasure and having a menu adds to that anticipation. Make it part of the table decor. One bride told us that she pressed flowers and then glued a … [Read more...] about Top wedding planning questions
There is more than the traditional wedding cake. Now there are a wide variety of options: edible accessories, bold colours and pretty cupcakes. … [Read more...] about Cakewalk – different, daring, delicious
Your choice of flowers for your wedding depends on five things; personality, season, availability, budget and scent. Personality Your flowers should represent your own taste. We all have some association with flowers we love that probably goes back to childhood. Do you fondly … [Read more...] about 5 factors for choosing flowers
There are a variety of reception ideas that remain popular because, well, people just enjoy them. But you can take these tried-and-true thoughts and get all twisted! Dessert tables Almost everybody loves dessert. The usual reception protocol is to offer a late-night dessert … [Read more...] about A fresh twist on reception ideas
For 10 years, the choice of brides in North America has been the strapless gown, sometimes with a full skirt and sometimes following the lines of the body. Maybe designers had a new burst of creativity, or maybe brides started looking for something different. Whichever it may be, … [Read more...] about Strapless plus
All options start with the hair style. Long, full hair invites simple flowers because the hair, itself, is front and centre. Hair in a sophisticated updo or pulled back into a chignon, however, requires more glamour and more jewelled options. Fresh flowers If your hair is … [Read more...] about Accent on hair
