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Inspiring Wedding Cake Toppers

6/27/2009 9:47:32 AM ~ Posted By Lei Lydle

Creative cake toppers are one way to make your wedding cake unique.

Bride Reviews of Chicago Wedding Vendors

6/23/2009 11:10:10 AM ~ Posted By Lei Lydle

Chicago Brides Rate/Review Wedding Vendors

Chicago Area Bridal Events

6/23/2009 12:56:27 AM ~ Posted By Lei Lydle

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The Grooms Cake

5/25/2009 1:56:53 PM ~ Posted By Lei Lydle

Article dicusses everything you need to know about the Groom's Cake and proposes creative ideas for this special cake.

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The Maid/Matron of Honor

5/16/2009 1:23:47 PM ~ Posted By Lei Lydle

The Maid of Honor is usually the bride's closest sister. Otherwise, she could be…

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Save the Date Etiquette: Everything You Need To Know

5/11/2009 7:50:44 AM ~ Posted By Edna Renskers

Save the Date Cards are announcements that inform your guests of your future wedding in order to keep your special day free. They are essential in the following situations: if many of your guests are traveling to your wedding, your wedding takes place on or around a holiday, you are planning a faraway destination wedding, or your wedding will take place in a seasonally busy or tourist locale, where the flights and hotels perhaps book up early.

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Engagement Announcements

5/11/2009 7:50:02 AM ~ Posted By Lei Lydle

Your guide to placing engagement announcements in the newspaper…

Disney Weddings at Walt Disney World in Florida

4/27/2009 9:06:34 AM ~ Posted By Lei Lydle

View of Main Street Disney WorldIf you are dreaming of a destination wedding that includes a honeymoon, we have found the perfect place...

Walt Disney World...

...where dreams really do come true with a little help from Disney’s dream team of romance.

Disney is such a popular wedding destination we have written two articles about it to help you plan your Disney Wedding:

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Response Cards

3/24/2009 2:42:31 PM ~ Posted By Lei Lydle

Response Cards are included with the invitations to indicate whether or not a guest will attend your wedding…

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Dressing the Mother of the Bride and the Mother of the Groom

3/21/2009 5:02:41 PM ~ Posted By Lei Lydle

The dresses of the bride's and groom's mothers should be in harmony and within the overall look of the wedding in regard to style and color…

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The Wedding Aisle - Who is Walking You Down it?

3/21/2009 11:12:46 AM ~ Posted By

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Running of the Brides

3/21/2009 11:12:24 AM ~ Posted By Lei Lydle

Brides share their experiences at the Filene's Basement Wedding Gown Sale. Get tips and ideas for a successful shopping day and share your experience to help others.

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Valentine's Day Engagements and Weddings

2/16/2009 11:05:40 AM ~ Posted By Lei Lydle

Valentine's Day seems to be the perfect day to get engaged or married - love is all around...roses abound. Personally, I did not get engaged or married on a special holiday but I love to hear stories of those who did.

This weekend I attended 11 or maybe 12 weddings on Valentine's Day. Rhodes Hall hosted weddings at their fabulous facility every 15 minutes - I believe they hosted 25 weddings that day in total. It was such a fun day and I wish I could have stayed for every wedding because each couple's story was unique and fascinating. I am writing a separate article about this event with pictures and video so keep an eye out for it!

A few years ago, I went to a wedding reception on Valentine's Day. The actual ceremony was at a church but only family were invited. The reception for friends was just at a local neighborhood pub - no private room or anything. This was a second wedding for both the bride and groom so they chose something small, informal and very sweet. Everyone cheered when they arrived at the pub and it was truly a festive occasion. Lots of impromptu toasts...hugs and smiles all around. The couple looked very happy.

If you got engaged or married on Valentine's Day, please share your story with us.

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How to Choose A Calligrapher for Your Wedding

1/16/2009 8:45:06 AM ~ Posted By Maren Nicholas, Dreamweaver Calligraphy

“Why choose a calligrapher?” you might ask. Your wedding invitation is the first thing your guests will see about your wedding. It sets the tone for your whole day. Many calligraphers can help you achieve the impressive look you desire by writing in a style that can fit in with any theme, from modern to traditional. As the bride, you decide what is the impression you want to make and then you go from there. The calligraphy on the envelope helps set the mood for your wedding. A beautifully addressed envelope or handwritten calligraphy placecards tells your guests “I thought about you today”. They know the extra work went into making a special impression and many keep the artwork as a souvenir of the time they had at your wedding.

Read the entire article for tips on choosing a calligrapher for your wedding.

It's Bridal Show Season! Be Prepared to Get The Most Out of Your Bridal Show Experience

1/4/2009 2:40:16 PM ~ Posted By Lei Lydle

Great Insider Tips You Don't Want to Miss!

It is that time of year again and bridal show season is upon us. You will find that there are events all over the country this month and next – almost every weekend! Bridal Shows can be a great way to find products and services for your wedding but some of them can also be overwhelming if you are a first-timer.

Here are two articles you will want to read before attending the shows:

Also, check out our Bridal Events page for listings of local bridal shows and bridal expos in your area. Good luck!

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