Weddings as we all know are expensive. The more you plan the bigger it gets and your budget can quickly be blown by one “I absolutely must have it” idea. Budgets are not just suggestions, they are there to help insure that money is allocated in the right directions and so you aren’t paying for this wedding for the rest of your life. Let’s take an in depth look at the wedding budget.



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Flower girl tutu dress in black & white



This is an elegant classic black & white wedding flower girl tutu dress that will make your flower girls look and feel like princesses at the wedding.



This flower girl dress has a black crochet top and is accented with two stunning white roses on the side. It also has about 5 small black roses all the way around this two white roses and has a black ribbon that ties into a bow for the final touch.



It has white satin…

The elegance of a bride extends beyond just her silhouette, it is expressed through the way she MOVES through space.  Is she comfortable in her stride, in her body?  

The "perfect" Wedding shoes might have been selected based on your emotional reaction.  Perhaps it was an " Omg, they are so CUTE!" moment.  Cute, yes.  Practical, not sure.  Comfortable,…

For the seventeenth birthday, taking place on Saturday July 13th is for one of our very own servers. The party is to be brightened by the yellow and orange colors flowing from the room. She has chosen a simple vase with a floating candle with seashells surrounding to stand at the center of the tables. To get those appetites ready, she has decided to go with our classic buffet style dinner for her and her guests.



As for the baby shower that will be taking…

Rock a second look for your reception, while staying on budget! Either buy a used wedding dress and save up to 50%, or consider renting a dress just for your big…

read more - it was a fun outdoor wedding with touches of yellow everywhere!

Diamond Shapes

Today we are going to talk about the diamond shape family. First of all, make sure you know what is the difference between diamond "Shape" & "Cut" before continue to read downwards..

When a diamond jeweler (or in the certificate) says "cut," that's a reference to the diamond's reflective qualities. "Shape" refers to the general outward appearance of the diamond, (such as round, emerald, or pear). This is very important as we have found that…

If you are thinking of doing something other than the traditional sit down dinner or buffet wedding reception take a look below.  These tips are fun and less expensive than your formal wedding reception which means SAVINGS.



Give your guests something to talk about.  Look into some of these reception alternatives and leave a comment about what you think.



Now, Let's Get Inspired!…

You may probably know that Chinese people usually choose an auspicious date for the wedding. Choosing a good date for marriage will bring fortune and luck to both the couples and the two families involved. As a result, choosing the date becomes a very important issue.

2014 is the year of horse in the Chinese calendar. Here is a list of…

You may probably know that Chinese people usually choose an ausipicious date for the wedding. Choosing a good date for marriage will bring fortune and luck to both the couples and the two families involved. As a result, choosing the date becomes a very important issue.

2013 is the year of snake in the Chinese calendar. Here is a list of…

 Black Pearl Weddings have taken the chance to get to know Kate Edmonson of Kate Edmondson Bridal Couture more in-depth. An established designer of wedding and special occasion dresses, Kate is very enthusiastic to share her inspirations, born of the Jazz Age, and what she thinks will make for the prefect…

Imagine having your wedding or honeymoon in Guatemala, Heart of the Mayan world, a country full of life, magic, mysticism and romance. The diversity of wedding locations or honeymoon destinations to choose from, will range from a romantic colonial city declared a cultural heritage of humanity site by UNESCO to magnificent gardens with views of a lake nominated for the new 7…

So I  am on my way to check my messages and I found this interesting article on Yahoo Shine.

Wedding Gift Sparks Epic Text Battle: Is Marriage Etiquette Dead?

Reading this…

There are many reasons why girls give jewelries,  to show love, to make a statement, to treat ourselves, to attract a lover, to mark a moment in time, to share a secret, to forge a promise, to make a wish...

Here we featured 14 charms for you to memorize your special moments

Your first box of chocolate to him... …

At Le Papillon Events, we love transforming wedding and event spaces from ordinary to extraordinary! Here are some photos from one of our recent transformations. Enjoy!

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London, UK - Brides of Culture (BoC) returns for the eighth instalment of its unique free multicultural Bridal Exhibition at the luxurious Hilton Canary Wharf. With a prime location in the middle of one of the world’s busiest commercial districts that boasts  excellent transport links to the rest of the city and beyond, it is the perfect venue for this season’s Brides of Culture exhibition. Taking place on Saturday 28^th September 2013, this…

The Word is....

June 2013 edition

I totally agree with and recommend pre marriage counseling. Now, I know there are many people and couples who feel they do not need others telling them how to feel or act in a relationship. We are adults right?! However, Counseling…

A Guy's perspective

 The Word Is...June Edition

As I sat in Tires Plus waiting for my car to be aligned the last Saturday in June, I was thinking I should get some work done. I was tired and not really supposed to be up that early in the morning...but I digress. So I set up my phone and while trying to set up my tablet to work on my blog, I find…

What engagement rings do men buy for proposal?

I will not say 'every" but almost all women in this planet love diamonds. Diamond is one of the most rarest stone in this world and normally only 1 carat of diamond could be found in every 2 million tonnes of stone in a diamond mine. After a rough is found, days and months of cuts and polishing procedures have to be done. It also includes the time of the jewellery design, certification and mounting. This is the fact that…

Every girl should have a dream on her wedding. From gown selection, bridal makeup, selecting wedding bands, inviting guests, planning the banquet, wedding gifts, etc.. I would say, the most important is where your wedding ceremony be held! Selecting a good or special place to held your wedding ceremony will always impressed you & your love, as well as all the guests that this special experience will be kept in their mind for whole life.

In here, we are suggesting you some luxury…