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- Finding The Right Wedding Dress For Your Figure - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Karine HartEvery bride wants to look beautiful on her Melbourne wedding day which is why most brides spend months looking at and trying on various wedding dresses looking for that perfect dress. However, dress hunting can be extremely frustrating especially when you don't know which styles are best suited ...
Views: 971(1 vote) - Wedding Toasts And Speeches Explained - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Karine HartWhile weddings are a celebration of love and unity, once the vows are exchanged, the wedding speeches/toasts are the second biggest highlight of the day. Wedding toasts allow the bride and groom's friends and loved ones to share their love of the couple on their special day. Although the bride ...
Views: 939(1 vote) - History of Wedding Bouquets - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Karine HartThere are many different types, styles and flowers used in wedding bouquets today. And for most modern day brides the addition of these bouquets add to the romance of the wedding day itself but, have you ever wondered where the tradition of carrying a wedding bouquet originated or how it became ...
Views: 1691(1 vote) - Setting the Mood for Your Wedding with Unique Wedding Invitations - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Karine HartFew engaged couples realize it but, your wedding invitations are the first view your guests will have of your wedding. Taking the time to choose invitations that are as unique, as you are and your wedding will be, can set the tone for your wedding well in advance of the first guest’s arrival. ...
Views: 822(1 vote) - The Wedding Day Emergency Kit - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Karine HartEven the best bridezilla will require an emergency kit at some point during her wedding day. Indeed, the whole wedding extravaganza is not yet finished until the bride says goodbye to her guests to leave for her and her hubby's honeymoon. So, always being prepared like a good Girl Scout is the ...
Views: 1369(1 vote) - Wedding Expenses: Who Pays For What? - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Karine HartPlanning a wedding comes with many responsibilities, and one of the main questions that arise is, "Who pays for what?" It's no secret that wedding costs can cause tension and confusion, and the last thing you want is to be worried about finances leading up to your wedding. The best way to divide ...
Views: 1097(1 vote) - Wedding Invitations - There's More to Invitations than Meets the Eye - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Karine HartEvery individual who has ever been part of a wedding entourage has come across wedding invitations. You may think that wedding invitations are just pieces of paper sent to invite people to come over and celebrate the union of two people in love. In reality, however, there are more things to ...
Views: 883(2 votes) - Wedding Invitations - There's More to Invitations than Meets the Eye - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Karine HartEvery individual who has ever been part of a wedding entourage has come across wedding invitations. You may think that wedding invitations are just pieces of paper sent to invite people to come over and celebrate the union of two people in love. In reality, however, there are more things to ...
Views: 883(2 votes) - The Roles of the Mother And Father of the Bride - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Karine HartA wedding day is one of the most joyous occasions, in a girl's life. While there are many different ways to plan a wedding, there are a few things that the mother and father of the bride are expected to handle leading up to the wedding, and on the wedding day. Since every bride has different ...
Views: 1604(1 vote) - What is a Commitment Ceremony? - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Karine HartIf you have never heard of a commitment ceremony, you may not be sure what one is. While some of the definitions may be a bit different, this ceremony is a contract that can have several different facets. Here is a closer look. First, you'll find that the union of a couple, whether they are ...
Views: 1898(1 vote) - Top Tips for Choosing a Great Wedding Videographer - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Karine HartHaving your wedding videoed is a wonderful idea. Pictures are great, but a video allows you to go back and see every part of your Melbourne Wedding Ceremony. Of course, this means that you need to hire a quality videographer if you want to ensure you get a high quality video of the big event. If ...
Views: 1001(4 votes) - Top Tips for Choosing a Great Wedding Videographer - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Karine HartHaving your wedding videoed is a wonderful idea. Pictures are great, but a video allows you to go back and see every part of your Melbourne Wedding Ceremony. Of course, this means that you need to hire a quality videographer if you want to ensure you get a high quality video of the big event. If ...
Views: 1001(4 votes) - 10 Reasons Why the High Dollar is Great for Weddings - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Karine HartToday the Australian Dollar is doing great and some analysts think that it is going to do even better in the coming months. If you're planning a wedding, this is definitely good news for you. Since exchange rates with the U.S. Dollar are so great, it means that traveling abroad or purchasing ...
Views: 1219(2 votes) - Avoid these Common Wedding Reception Complaints - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Karine HartYou don't want to be the bride that everyone talks about in a negative way, so you want to make sure you plan out a reception that will keep your guests happy. While you can't please every single person, you can do your best to ensure everyone is comfortable and to make sure they have pleasant ...
Views: 1588(3 votes) - Avoid these Common Wedding Reception Complaints - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Karine HartYou don't want to be the bride that everyone talks about in a negative way, so you want to make sure you plan out a reception that will keep your guests happy. While you can't please every single person, you can do your best to ensure everyone is comfortable and to make sure they have pleasant ...
Views: 1588(3 votes) - Treasure Your Wedding Forever with Quality Photographs - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Karine HartThere is so much that goes into planning a wedding. You have the dress to choose, the venue to find, the right flowers to order, a Melbourne Celebrant to book and so many other things taking up your time. However, many people make the mistake of not planning out the photography for their wedding ...
Views: 815(3 votes) - Wedding Ceremony Music - Use These Tips to Select the Right Musicians for Your Ceremony - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Karine HartHaving the perfect music for your wedding reception is definitely important. It will help make the special moments even better and will add something unique to the day. It's especially to choose great music and musicians if you are going to have your wedding videographer. Here is a look at why ...
Views: 830(3 votes) - 6 Ideas and Examples for Creating Your Wedding Vows - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Karine HartOne of the things you'll need to consider when planning your wedding is the wedding vows you want to exchange. Usually Civil Marriage Celebrants will allow you to write your own if you don't want to go with traditional words. Of course, you need to consider this ahead of time so everyone knows ...
Views: 1080(1 vote) - Bridesmaid Dresses for a Spring Wedding - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Karine HartSpring weddings are quite popular, but once you set the date for a spring wedding, there is a lot to accomplish. You'll need to pick your dress, find the perfect cake, choose a venue, plan the reception, and a whole lot more. Of course, one important choice you'll need to make is the bridesmaid ...
Views: 1475(1 vote) - Cute Flat Wedding Shoes - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Karine HartWhen you're choosing shoes for your wedding, there are many factors that go into this choice. You want something that looks beautiful and compliments your wedding dress, but you also want something that will be comfortable as well. If you aren't planning to go with high heels, you may worry that ...
Views: 1885(1 vote) - How to Choose Your Bridal Party without Offending Others - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Karine HartOne of the toughest decisions you may make for your wedding is who will be in the bridal party. Sometimes it's tough to make up your mind, especially when you're worried about offending other people. Some family members seem to have the idea that they should be a part of the bridal party and big ...
Views: 2136(1 vote) - How to Deal with the Bridesmaid from Hell - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Karine HartMost women find that planning a wedding is exciting and it can be fun to share the experience with friends as well. Brides often choose bridesmaids that are close friends and expect them to be there helping and offering support as the wedding is planned. Of course, some brides end up dealing ...
Views: 2804(1 vote) - How to Reduce Wedding Day Stress - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Karine HartWhen you are planning a wedding, sometimes there is a lot of stress that comes along with that planning. It's not always easy to ensure your wedding day goes perfectly. You have to choose from the available celebrants in Melbourne, arrange for the perfect dress, send out invitations and more. ...
Views: 869(1 vote) - How To Select A Professional Caterer for your Wedding Day - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Karine HartHave you chosen your wedding caterer? An important part of wedding planning involves hiring a caterer for the wedding reception. Although the questions you decide to ask your potential caterer will vary depending on your individual needs, here are some questions that you should remember to ask ...
Views: 980(1 vote) - How To Use Photo Slide Shows at Your Wedding Reception - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Karine HartWhile a wedding can be one of the most exciting and memorable days of your life, sometimes the planning stage is expensive and stressful. Many details have to be planned. You have to think about your venue, the photography, the dress, the flowers, the Melbourne Marriage Celebrant and so much ...
Views: 1315(2 votes) - Is a Civil Marriage Celebrant the Thing for You - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Karine HartMany couples are choosing to get married with a civil celebrant today. This is an important day in your life and you want it to be perfect. Every part of the big day should be personalised to be exactly what you want. If you don't want to get married in the church, you do have the option to go ...
Views: 871(1 vote) - Ten Tips for a Successful Outdoor Wedding - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Karine HartA wedding that takes place outdoors can be beautiful and unique. With the perfect place, a special Wedding Celebrant, and all your family and friends, it will definitely be a day you never forget. However, an outdoor wedding can take a bit more planning to make sure everything goes perfectly. ...
Views: 1321(1 vote) - Ten Ways to Make Your Wedding Day Environmentally Friendly - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Karine HartAre you wondering what you can do to make your wedding day an environmentally friendly one? Many brides don't think about the impact on the environment as they are planning the wedding. While it may seem like one more thing to stress over, there are actually many easy things you can do to make ...
Views: 799(1 vote) - The Part Your Wedding Cake Plays In Your Wedding Day - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Karine HartThe wedding cake is a traditional part of any wedding day today at least here in Australia. What part does it play in your special day though? To understand this totally you need to know a bit of history about the origins of the wedding cake. In the times of the Roman Empire an actual loaf of ...
Views: 944(1 vote) - The Role of a Civil Marriage Celebrant - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Karine HartWhen you have chosen your wedding date, one of the main decisions you'll need to make is who is going to perform your Melbourne ceremony for you. More than half of marriages today are actually performed by a civil marriage celebrant. They have been trained fully and every year they have to go ...
Views: 894(1 vote) - The Ups and Downs of Beach Weddings - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Karine HartHaving a beach wedding can be absolutely idyllic. It also can have certain ups and downs involved in it too. You picture this very beautiful ceremony by the ocean or other body of water. However, you need to think about the special issues that could arise and plan how to handle them. When you ...
Views: 945(1 vote) - Tips on Creating a Uniquely Special Wedding Ceremony - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Karine HartYour wedding ceremony is one of the most important events that you will ever plan. For this reason, you need to make it a very personal day. Make sure the music, vows, prayers and anything else mirror what you like and believe. Have it be a day of celebration of your union that you are about to ...
Views: 836(1 vote) - To Save a Bundle Plan a Wedding to Take Place Midweek - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Karine HartHaving a wedding in the middle of the week is becoming more popular than it used to be. There is a good reason for this. It is cheaper to rent the buildings and other things needed from ceremony to receptions. Weddings have become so expensive that people are looking for ways to save on the ...
Views: 786(1 vote) - Wedding Centrepieces - Four Tips for Attractive Centrepieces - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Karine HartMany preparations have to be made for the wedding reception to take place. Along with setting the location up you will have to decorate the tables. This is done with centrepieces usually. These centrepieces are normally designed to match the theme and/or colour of your wedding. There is so ...
Views: 761(1 vote) - Wedding Dresses: Choosing Lingerie to Enhance Your Bridal Gown - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Karine HartWhile one of the most important wedding decisions you'll make is your wedding dress, you'll find that the right lingerie to wear with the dress is just as important. After all, you want to be comfortable and you want to look great too. You'll want to feel beautiful on the inside and the outside, ...
Views: 1722(1 vote) - Wedding Traditions and Superstitions - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Karine HartYou may be surprised to find that weddings have many customs, traditions, and rituals involved in them. Often we continue to use old world customs in a wedding, going with traditions that have been passed on for years. Wondering what the meanings are behind those superstitions and traditions? ...
Views: 1199(1 vote) - 5 Romantic Ways to Celebrate an Anniversary - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2010 from Karine HartWe are all guilty of forgetting about how important anniversaries are in reflecting on how you and your partner met and to rekindle that buzz of the first time you got together. Below are some suggestions on what you could do for your special anniversary. Remember that first date? Plan a ...
Views: 776 - 5 ways to stay on schedule for your wedding day - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2010 from Karine HartIt takes is some planning and organization but you can get everything done on time for your wedding day and also have some fun doing it. I'm going to assume that you have done all the necessary ground work to make your wedding day special…booked the reception, the caterer, the ceremony location, ...
Views: 607 - A Wedding Feast - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Karine HartIf you are planning the wedding feast for 100 people or more, you know already that it is a not an easy task, and trying to meet the needs and wants of everyone is difficult. At the same time, is a wedding feast party that you want people to remember, therefore, you want to get a caterer that ...
Views: 887 - All About Bonbonnieres - by Submitted on May 21, 2011 from Karine HartBonbonniere is the Italian term for a favour or a small gift is given to the guests after the conclusion of special occasions such as weddings. Unlike the American concept, the bonbonniere is usually made from Jordan almonds with their colours and quantity depending on the occasion. Thus, for ...
Views: 1696 - Beaded Flowers - Nothing to Sneeze At - by Submitted on May 28, 2011 from Karine HartAs much as every bride would want to have the freshest and the most beautiful flower arrangements on her wedding day, this is not always possible at all times. This is because there are quite a number of people, the bride and the groom and their entourage included, that could be allergic to ...
Views: 993 - Benefits of Having a Wedding Planner - by Submitted on May 28, 2011 from Karine HartSome people believe that Melbourne wedding celebrations can be done without the help of a wedding planner. Partly true but there are actually a number of benefits that couples get when having a professional wedding planner plan out everything for their wedding compared to planning everything for ...
Views: 1054 - Bridal Beauty Alert - Tips for Perfect Wedding Day Skin - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Karine HartBrides want to look and feel beautiful on their wedding day. As much as beauty comes from the inside, you also want to look radiantly beautiful on the outside simply because physical beauty is what the human eyes first behold. What better way to look beautiful than to have flawless skin ...
Views: 1164 - Bridal Jewellery - Simple But Stunning - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Karine HartIf you are planning to get married soon, you know how important the jewellery is to the bride, however, keeping it simple is the newest trend. There was a time when brides wore so much jewellery that their wedding gown was hardly noticed because everyone only saw the big necklaces, earrings, ...
Views: 1138 - Bride for All Seasons - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Karine HartWeddings are performed the whole year round although there are favourite months mainly because of the weather. After all, you want the day when you are getting hitched to go without a major hitch where Mother Nature is concerned. Thus, your wedding plans take into consideration the weather ...
Views: 903 - Caring For Your Wedding Ring - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Karine HartThe wedding ring is one of the most important pieces of jewellery for husband and wife for obvious reasons. It is, after all, the symbol of their marital love for one another. With that in mind, it is only right that the utmost care be provided in maintaining the lustre of your wedding rings. ...
Views: 1098 - Divorced Parents and your Wedding - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Karine HartWeddings in Melbourne are meant to be events celebrated by the entire family. As the old saying goes, you never marry one person but you marry the rest of the family as well. Thus, this can pose a problem for brides or grooms with divorced parents. Most of the time, this is one of the biggest ...
Views: 940 - Engraving Your Wedding Bands? New Technology Creates Romantic Possibilities - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Karine HartWedding rings are the symbols of eternal love for the married couple mainly because the circle has no beginning and no end. Although wedding rings can just be plain bands with perhaps precious and semi-precious gems, more and more couples are opting for personalization of their rings through the ...
Views: 1576 - Five Ideas For A Winning Bucks Party - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Karine HartAh, marriage. If you're reading this, then you or someone you know is probably about to tie the knot, and while many people joke about marriage being the end of a man's life, that's not exactly true. Of course, things will be slightly different once you're married, but life as you know won't be ...
Views: 1104 - Flower Girls and Pageboys at Weddings? - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Karine HartAdmittedly, modern weddings are adult affairs made between adults, for adults and by adults. We will be hard-pressed to mention a wedding in Western society where children are being wedded to each other in the customary pomp of the wedding ceremony. Kids' Touch But that does not mean that ...
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