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Gift Registry – cheeky or shrewd?
The practice of guests giving wedding gifts has replaced the old custom of bringing fruits to the newlyweds to encourage fertility. Sending out a wedding list or registry with your invitation used to be frowned upon, however times change and the practice has now become so popular with both bridal couples and their guests, that there is no longer any stigma attached to holding a Gift List.
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How to Look Good in Wedding Photographs
Wedding Planning Article by Lesley-Ann Graham
The dress was beautiful, you got through the ceremony and reception without a hitch, but just when you thought your wedding was perfect, your pictures come back and you look awful. What can you do to make sure that your photos are as beautiful as the memories you have?
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Adding Personal Touches to Your Wedding
Wedding Planning Article by Lesley-Ann Graham
A perfect wedding isn't only beautiful; it's a very personal occasion too. It's got carefully selected details that are meaningful to you and your fiancé.
Here are some very simple ways to add your own subtle, unique touches to your wedding ceremony and reception:
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Spending Too Much On Your Wedding?
Here Are Some Quick Ways To Salvage Your Wedding Budget
Your wedding is one of the most important days of your life, and of course you want to splurge a little to make it special. But sticking to your budget is important too, especially if you don't want to start your life together neck-deep in debt.
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Wedding Invitations
Ordering Wedding Invitations: What Do You Really Need?
Traditional invitations have always been white or ivory paper printed with black ink, and always engraved or embossed. (You should see an expensive Indian invitation, though – they're delivered in boxes and include some remarkable things!)
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Wedding Cakes
Whether it is a photo opportunity, fertility symbol or gastronomic delight, a is a focal point of your big day. As more people personalise their weddings, decoration has moved away from the traditional iced fruit cake to creations that are as varied as the ceremonies themselves.
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Cocktail recipes for your predinner drinks
Serving cocktails to your guests whilst you are having your photos taken has become increasing popular. With cocktails, you can experiment with colours and flavours to match your colour and theme of the wedding. Filled martini glasses are attractive and can be laid out on a table ready to be served to prevent the need for a barman. Take a look at the recipes below or have fun inventing and naming your own.
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A-Z of Flowers
Not sure of what flowers you should be getting for the center piece. What they even look like, what they are called. To help you out, here is a list of flowers and their descriptions to make the center pieces a blooming success.
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Wedding Timeline
Nine to Twelve Months Before
- Determine who will officiate at the ceremony.
- Select a wedding date and time.
- Announce your engagement in the newspaper.
- Determine how many guests may attend.
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10 Tips On How To Survive The First Dance
Most couples intend to dance the traditional first dance, but most of them also know nothing at all about dancing! So as the big day approaches their sense of panic increases. Avoid anxiety by following a few easy tips.
- Plan ahead: You're planning everything else associated with your wedding, why not your first dance? ...........
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Wedding Day Make Up Tips
It's your wedding day! Along with the beautiful gown, flowers, and cake, you want everything to look perfect. Your makeup is an important part of your overall look, however, it should enhance you..........
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Classic Ceremony Music Suggestions
Suggestions for when your guests arrive:
- Water Music -- Handel
- Canon in D -- Pachelbel
- Prelude, Air and Gavotte -- Wesley
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Traditional and Modern Anniversary gifts
Ever wondered what you should buy your loved one on your anniversary
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Budgeting for a South African Wedding
The one real rule when it comes to budgeting for your wedding is plan only for the type of wedding you can realistically afford.
It's important to sit down and decide from the start
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Savouring The Day
If you are in a position to select your own caterer, try to narrow your list immediately to no more than three. When calling each caterer ...............
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Whose Wedding Is It Anyway?
I am sure that you have heard of BRIDAL shows, BRIDAL showers, BRIDAL parties and BRIDAL Accessories…
One could think that the wedding is just for the bride. So, where does the groom fit in?
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Wedding Insurance
Wedding insurance is designed to minimize the amount of money you would lose if certain problems occur. The type of coverage varies, so be sure you understand any policy before
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Gifts for the Couple that Asks for Nothing
If you are looking for a few solid wedding gift ideas, but don't have a registry to work off of, here are some suggestions for gifts:
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The Symbolism Of Roses
It is believed that giving a rose to someone is a statement of pure love. But do you know about the real symbolism behind different coloured roses? You may be surprised ...
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