Washington DC Weddings

Reem Acra Trunk Show March 27-29 (and more importantly) SAMPLE SALE!!! April 3-5 Budget-savvy brides know that one of the best ways to score a designer dress at a fraction of the cost is at a sample sale. And although I didn't purchase my dress from her store, I can say from personal experience that Carine is extremely knowledgeable, warm and helpful. Plus I tried on two gorgeous Jenny Lee dresses that made me look 10 lbs lighter. She features a wide range of bridal designers, ranging... Read Full Story

Traditional Pakistani marriage celebrations lasts for four days. This is an overview of what happens during those days. First Day of the Celebration On the first day, the bride and groom's families each dress in yellow, and celebrate the upcoming nuptials separately. The betrothed couple will not see each other from this day until the ceremony. Second Day of the Celebration The second day is reserved for a big celebration called Mendi that includes dancing and singing ancient songs. On... Read Full Story

"Wedding Song (There Is Love)" Paul Stookey He is now to be among you at the calling of your hearts Rest assured this troubadour is acting on his part The union of your spirits here has caused him to remain For whenever two or more of you are gathered in his name There is love There is love Well a man shall leave his mother and a woman leave her home They shall travel on to where the two shall be as one As it was in the beginning, is now until the end Woman draws her life from man and gives... Read Full Story

Mickey wrote an article about Bachelor Parties; now it's my turn to write about Bachelorettes. I really like his ideas, so some of this will sound familiar. -Have a photo scavenger hunt Come up with a list of shots every group has to get, and make sure every group has a digital camera. Have a starting and ending place established. The crazier the ideas you come up with, the more fun it will be. Have everyone print their pictures before they return, and at the end, put all the pictures... Read Full Story

Sorry for the delay in posting, as I'm sure is the same with everyone it's that time of year that work is crazy, personal life is insane and you don't have a free second to even check your personal email :) I got a promotion at work two weeks ago and since then my work load has almost doubled, but I must admit the increase in salary is definitely appreciated while planning a wedding! Anyways, on that note I want to share with you my second bridal shop experience at Carine's Bridal Atelier in... Read Full Story