As if thousand dollar cakes, cars and corsages weren’t enough to stress out even the most well-intending budget-minded bride, you also have to worry about rules.And no, I’m not talking about these rules. Or even these.I’m talking about who you have tip, when you have to tip and-most importantly-how much you have to tip.It is downright mind-boggling!But there is help.According to TheKnot.com, unless service charges are outlined in your contract, you aren’t obligated to tip. That being said, ma... Read Full Story

One of my favorite things about America is the multiple cultures, customs and traditions we share with our ancestors across the globe and there is no better time to honor your heritage than during your wedding. In part I of a two-part series on incorporating ethnic and cultural traditions into your wedding, I present you with ...My Big, Fat Greek, Italian, Irish, Chinese Wedding: Traditions and Customs from Around the World.Greek Wedding Customs- For luck, abundance and a sweet marriage, a Gr... Read Full Story

Some people are natural-born athletes, others naturally gifted speakers, and still others are born with that innate gift to understand people and accept responsibilities. And then there are the people you have to push.Same goes with your wedding attendants.Some of the people you have asked into your wedding posse will automatically understand their role and know what they are supposed to do-and when they are supposed to do it. But others might need a little help.Here are four of the most comm... Read Full Story

While it might not top your list of things to plan for your Big Day, wedding transportation is an important element of the day and is too often overlooked by busy, budget-conscience brides.Can you imagine anything worse than hoping in the car with your new husband and being crushed between your mom and his dad? Uhm. Neither can I.If you’d like to keep that classy exit in line with the other dazzling details of your wedding day, then read on. Here are five tips for choosing wedding day transpo... Read Full Story

Remember the old days when you would go to some generic-sounding search engine, type in your request and wait for a list of most-relevant websites to flash before you? And you thought that was cool? Well, this ain’t your grandmother’s Internet, anymore. The social media sites of today are making it easier than ever for Internet-users to track down the information they need-when they want it-and share that information with the World Wide Web.There is no doubt you already have a Facebook accoun... Read Full Story

Last week we discussed three of the most frequently asked questions regarding wedding guest etiquette. But that list was far from complete.Today we are back to answer your etiquette questions regarding your guests and their little tagalongs.Q: What to do when kids aren't invited and you're put on the spot when someone says, "but isn't it different for us since we are family?”WW: Weddings bring out the best in people. Most of the time they are in a good mood, they are generous, they feel lovin... Read Full Story

Ok, ok … so as the bride-to-be, it is not your place to plan your big bash. But, let’s face it. We all want some kind of send off from the single world we grew up in and we hope our friends will honor that event with style.Since you can’t approach your friends and ask them if they plan on throwing you a bachelorette party … what can you do to start the discussion and get those fun girls’ night ideas flowing? Here are a couple of ideas that might help.1. Host Your Own PartyNoooo, not your bach... Read Full Story

Every bride and her mother has an opinion on what constitutes a perfect wedding and on how perfectly the new bride executed her duties … and they are all too quick to point out if she committed a wedding faux pas.While it is impossible for a bride to please everyone, there are certain wedding rules she should obey.Here are three of the most frequently asked wedding guest etiquette questions and tips on how to handle these sometimes-not-so-delicate situations.1. Do we have to send a wedding in... Read Full Story

While it may seem silly that anyone planning a wedding would have to work at the romance, even newly engaged couples feel the monotony of day-to-day life. Add in the extra stress that comes-physically and financially-with wedding planning and even the strongest couples could feel the sizzle, well fizzle.But don’t worry. It is nothing you and your soon-to-be can’t work out. Here are eight ways to keep the romance alive in your wedding (planning).1. Enjoy a Romantic No-Wedding-Talk DinnerOne o... Read Full Story

We’ve all heard stories of the overbearing, obnoxious bride who demands everyone bow to her because, after all, SHE’S THE BRIDE.Bridesmaids hide in the closet to escape from her. The groom works late shifts to avoid her. Even her mother doesn’t know how to deal with her.When we hear of this bride … one word comes to mind.Uhm. No. That’s not the “b” word I was thinking of …It is Bridezilla.Bridezilla is the bride who thinks she is the only woman who ever got married and feels as if the world o... Read Full Story