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Once you have your cake design planned and your flavors picked out, it's now time to figure out different costs. Cakes are usually priced by the slice. Will the cake be large enough to feed your guests, or will you need to purchase another sheet cake to serve? Would it be cheaper for you to have a smaller cake and a larger sheet cake? Some even offer a fake cake (with real top tier) and a sheet Read more
We've talked about a few different wedding cake trends, and maybe you already have the perfect cake in mind, but how do you go about finding it? What kind of questions should ask your baker? What do you do at a cake tasting? To help you out, I've talked to brides who've been there/done that as well as several of my favorite bakers who were able to tell me what to ask/look for. First of all, when Read more
If your own nuptials are on the horizon, then you probably don't need us to tell you that there's a lot to do before you say "I do" — one of the most important being finding your look for the big day. To help ease any prewedding jitters, we're making shopping for your wedding look easy and a lot more budget friendly. The truth is you don't have to spend thousands on your dress to get your Read more
The vintage cake stand in our dining room is one of my favorite items for decorating, entertaining, and displaying. And while mine is made of clear-cut glass, there are plenty of other options out there to fit your home and personality. From glass to ceramic to china plates and even wood, there are plentiful choices when it comes to finding the perfect cake stand. Whether you're interested in Read more
My sister is getting married in August, so I've been spending a lot of time visiting wedding blogs and poking around BHLDN's website. One item that recently caught my eye was this lovely Barn Swallow Pedestal. Featuring a flock of fork-tailed fliers darting about on a hand-painted platter, it seems like a perfect match for her vintage-inspired, country wedding. But at $60 - $100 per cake stand, I Read more
Former Bachelorette DeAnna weds Michael Stagliano's brother — Green Wedding Shoes From male bridesmaids to picking a photog, experts weigh in — Style Me Pretty Can I skip my own reception? — 100 Layer Cake A rustic, handmade, Anthropologie-inspired wedding — The Wedding Chicks Is waiting until your wedding night to have sex with your hubby a good idea? — Glamour A rickshaw made for Read more
Yesterday while signing copies of her new book, All That Is Bitter and Sweet: A Memoir ($14), Ashley Judd experienced a common makeup mishap: visible face powder marks. While many celebrities have also had similar incidences, chalky-looking makeup on your wedding day (or any other day, for that matter) is easy to avoid. Find out five tips for powder perfection when you read more. Read more
I'm excited to present a post from one of my favorite sites, ShelterPop! Forget the florist -- here are some simple DIY centerpiece ideas to wow any special guest. Help me! I have special guests arriving within the hour, and I don't have the time or money to head to an expensive florist. What are some cheap and easy centerpiece options? Home Rescue: You're actually in luck. Regardless of Read more
