Featured Blog Posts – June 2013 Archive (24)

The average New York City wedding cost is between $28,911 and $48,185 with an estimated guest list of 146 to 166 people in attendance (estimates from costofweddings.com) and then another $4,000 on wedding photographers. These prices may seem sky high, but many couples in the United States are spending more than ever on their wedding ceremony and reception. Along with the price of the event, brides are spending a fortune on…

Wedding boudoir photography is the newest trend for wedding photographers and brides-to-be. But, what is boudoir photography? It’s basically a sultry but tasteful photo shoot. Imagine classic images of Hollywood starlets, 1950’s Pin-up girls and Marilyn Monroe. Wedding boudoir photos are taken of the bride to be and given to her groom as a wedding present. Some brides give their groom just one large print of their best photo, while others have their best images from their shoot made into an…

While it is less nerve racking than the wedding ceremony, there are still a few obstacles during the reception that you will need your composure for:

The Speeches

Whether you are delivering a speech, or on the receiving end of one, it is important to remain confident.…

I have another stunning Disneyland engagement shoot to share with you!  This feature comes from newlyweds Julie and Brian, who got married a couple months ago at the Disneyland Hotel (and hopefully I can feature their wedding pictures, too, hint hint) and photographer Beba Photography.



From Julie:



One of the things that brought Brian and I together initially was our love of Disney. We met while working at a…

The color you choose for your big day is important, and we want to give you all the different ways to incorporate the hottest 2013 wedding color trends into your wedding. As a bride, choosing your wedding colors can be a stressful task. After all, not everyone can simply wear white like you! It is often helpful to utilize the colors that are trending as a starting point…

Originally on the Wedding Snap blog!

Feeding your hungry guests has never been more fun!  Your Wedding Snap foodies have scoured the web for the most delicious savory and sweet finger foods to serve at your wedding!   For these cute hors d'oeuvres, less is more!

Savory Wedding Finger Foods

1. Mini…

Summer is upon us! And if you are involved with planning a wedding or attending a wedding ceremony, you know that summer is the season for tying the knot. Surprisingly, September is the most popular month to marry in the US but the summer season has the 2^nd, 4^th and 5^th most popular months for weddings. The second most popular month to marry is of course, June, with 13% of all weddings taking place during this month. So, to help out the brides and grooms to…

In the midst of planning a wedding, couples must also make time for an engagement photo shoot. Engagement photography has now become ubiquitous for wedding photographers and engaged couples alike. For being so commonplace, many couples struggle for engagement photo ideas and poses. In this article we have complied a list of helpful engagement photo tips to make sure your pictures represent you and your fiancé well and get your friends and family excited about your upcoming wedding!…

Summer time is here! Flowers are in bloom and the choices seem endless. As a bride, where do you start when it comes to bouquets and decor? Here are some of our favorite picks this season:

#1 Hydrangea

Hydrangea – originating in the…

Leontyne Price said "The ultimate of being successful is the luxury of giving yourself the time to do what you want to do." With such a diverse range of pursuits to enjoy and explore, your visit here can be filled with activity, day and night. Do it all, or do nothing at all, except savor the delicious view, the warmth of their people and the perfect weather. Either way, one…

With so many things to double check and to take care of, it’s so easy to forget the tiny details of your wedding. To ease your stress and avoid panic, keep a list of these top things you shouldn’t forget on your big day.

Hair details

Many brides often forget small hair details when leaving for their hair and makeup session. Don’t forget your tiaras, accessories, and…

Does a piece of classy jewelry that combines two hot trends pique your interest? How about getting it for free? Assuming your answer is “yes,” there’s one sweepstakes you don’t want to miss. Apples of Gold’s current jewelry sweepstakes is giving you the chance to get in the running for a striking art deco black diamond…

We’re loving one of the latest themes and styles to hit the wedding market – thanks to the latest blockbuster hit from Baz Lurhmann – Great Gatsby Inspired weddings. Let your guests step into the 1920′s and celebrate the glitz, glamour, and jewels in classic Gatsby style.…

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I love these two colors, and Julia and Adam are fantastic.

We know better than most, that a wedding ceremony can be a nerve-wracking time, even for the most confident bride or groom. Bearing this in mind, Black Pearl Weddings have decided to share a few hints at how to avoid natural jitters…

Inspiration Boards for your wedding are a visual representation of the color and/or style you are want to create for your special day. 

Sam and Steve got engaged in February 2012. They had met in 2001, and dated for a short while before an amicable break up and stayed in touch as friends. They both had other relationships but they said that none were 'the one'.  Then, in 2011, something changed for them both and they started to spend more time together, Sam said “it wasn't long before we both realized…

You’d be a fool to believe that simply buying the biggest diamond you can afford will ensure the beauty of an engagement ring. The truth of the matter is that there is a lot that is considered when it comes to the pricing of diamonds-not just the size. If you are thinking about purchasing an engagement ring, it’s time to learn about diamonds. There are 5 basics that you will need to know; Color, Cut, Clarity, Carat, and Cost.

1. 1.       Color.  Although some are…

Thinking of ways to increase your wedding budget? Look no further as Black Pearl Weddings may have the solution.

Revise your Bridal Registration

While it is tradition to register for gifts associated to starting…

Here at Dream Events in Paper  we have had the privilege for making some really cool things out of paper. From Jewellery to bouquets its really been a blast to both create and see the fruit of our creations when our clients love what we've created for them.

Recently we started creating paper flower backdrops and we thought it would be a great idea to share this cool and refreshing way to enhance the decor for your wedding day. Whether using it as a backdrop for your head…