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While we all know the bride and groom are the center of attention at the wedding (and in some cases, just the bride), most couples would agree if it was truly just about them, they would elope. When you throw a big wedding bash, you're essentially throwing your guests a party, so you want it to be fun and memorable. From the entertaining to the interactive, here are some creative ways beyond the Read more
Wedding planning and etiquette can be tricky. If you have a dilemma like the one below, be sure to ask our Savvy Bride for help in the Ask Savvy group. Dear Savvy Bride, My fiance and I are currently collecting our RSVP cards to our wedding. We're having just 100 people and already a handful of guests have replied plus one when they weren't invited with a date. My fiance is much more laid back Read more
Wedding planning and etiquette can be tricky. If you have a dilemma like the one below, share it in our Ask Savvy group. Dear Savvy, My fiance and I really want to offer our wedding guests a full bar for our cocktail hour and reception, but after looking at the numbers, we truthfully can't afford it. I'm willing to get creative in order to make it happen but my fiance's idea just doesn't sit well Read more
When I chatted weddings with Gail Simmons a couple of weeks ago, she shared her tips for hosting an eco-friendly big day and let me know her wedding pet peeves. "When the wedding doesn't reflect the personality of the couple, that really bugs me." Also on her list: a menu that lacks creativity, and dessert buffets. "Twenty-foot-long tables covered in cakes and desserts — it's so wasteful, Read more
A friend of mine recently got married at a San Francisco restaurant with 25 close guests in attendance. The ceremony was held in a private room, and afterward, everyone sat down at one big table for a three-course dinner. Since the couple threw together the "elopement" on short notice, they recruited friends to help; a friend and I were asked to do the flowers. I was surprised by how cheaply we Read more
You know the scene in My Best Friend's Wedding when the dude pretending to be with Julia Roberts breaks into song while smack in the middle of a speech, and as Hollywood would have it, the whole table joins in? The peeps below made the scene a little less Hollywood and a little more Broadway. They had a fantastic performance, but I wanna know how everyone in attendance at this wedding (even the Read more
When you're planning your wedding day, the playlist you hand over to your DJ (or give to your wedding band, or cue up on your iPod) can be one of the most fun details to develop. Music is a great way to reflect your personality and set the tone for a party, whether you want an old-school feel or a modern, clubby vibe. Your first inclination when picking the music for your reception might be to Read more
Are you a pair of foodies who are getting hitched? If so then check out these tips we've come up with to make sure that your wedding shows off your food personality. From kitchen bouquets to dessert bars, we've thought of 10 things that will turn your wedding into a foodie fantasy. Source Read more
Are you tying the knot anytime soon? If so then you may want to check out these 17 Questions to Ask Your Caterer. The folks at theknot.com have put together a pretty intensive list, but here are some of the highlights. Do they specialize in a certain type of food, and can they arrange for a tasting? What is their price range, and is there an all-inclusive rate available? Will they be able to Read more
An overwhelming majority of you were loving Kate Middleton's royal wedding beauty look, and now she's changed things up, and has recently debuted her evening reception style. Wearing another Sarah Burton for Alexander McQueen gown, Kate complemented the satin frock with makeup similar to what she wore at her nuptials, but with a more casual hairstyle. In lieu of tighter curls, Kate chose a loose Read more
