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August 2009 Blog Posts (269)

Bachelor/Bachelorette Getaways

Your sister/brother/best friend is getting married, and it’s time to plan them a big patry. An ordinary night out just won’t do its time for a road trip! There are plenty of great options to make some major memories. Girls, how about a pampering bachelorette weekend. Guys, how does a golfing weekend sound? Of course there's always Vegas, the ultimate party haven for boys and girls, with more clubs and casinos than you can try in one weekend. For more information on these great getaways contact:… Continue

Added by Pam Siems on August 2, 2009 at 6:04am — No Comments

Destination Weddings

Destination Weddings usually cost LESS than traditional weddings. Formerly the exclusive domain of celebrities and the ultra-rich, Destination Weddings have in recent years become accessible to more and more couples looking to add an "exotic twist" to their special ceremony. Properly planned, a destination wedding can not only save you upwards of $20,000 off the cost of a traditional wedding, it can also turn your wedding day into an unforgettable "mini-vacation" for you and your… Continue

Added by Pam Siems on August 2, 2009 at 5:54am — 1 Comment

Mirror, mirror on the Car...

I covered this

beautiful wedding recently at Jamaica’s famous Port Royal near the historic Fort Charles. Claire and Douglas is by far one of the most photogenic couple I have ever photographed. The following are a couple of images from this most enjoyable shoot.

Added by Jamaica Wedding Photos on August 1, 2009 at 4:00pm — No Comments

10% Discounts off all Wedding Photography Packages by mentioning BridalTweet.

If you call Fischer Williams Photographic Studios and book a wedding during the month of August you will receive 10% off all photography wedding packages which can be a savings of over $200. Go to www.fischerwilliamsphoto.com to view more wedding packages or email me alex@fischerwilliamsphoto.com

Added by Alex Fischer on August 1, 2009 at 1:30pm — No Comments

Signature Cocktails can be so easy and very beautiful

While everyone is searching the perfect signature cocktail, what is missing is the garnish. While the drink itself is important and there are 100's of variations of the same thing, unless you hire a mixologist, not every budget allows that. Let your signature cocktail be the final piece in a simply magical celebration. One simple and cost effective way to have a signature cocktail you can truely personalize is by the garnishes you use. No longer do you need to use the old tried and true stale… Continue

Added by Dress The Drink on August 1, 2009 at 1:04pm — No Comments

Kelly, Randy, and The Seaport

Kelly and Randy were married at the Gate of Heaven Church in South Boston. Before the ceremony, they decided to meet on the bridge in the Boston Commons; a romantic decision since that is precisely where Randy proposed to Kelly.

The images from the Commons turned out great and we even had time to spare for a few pictures downtown, in front of the… Continue

Added by Mindi Sokoloski [MS Photography] on August 1, 2009 at 5:00am — No Comments

Tropical Themes For Wedding Invitations

Many brides planning their destination wedding are looking for a beautiful invitation that makes a tropical statement with a hint of elegance.

Use this stylish card to invite guests to your destination wedding or to announce your marriage that took place at your favorite tropical paradise!

A pair of watercolor palm trees and your wedding date are printed on the left side of this non-folding, tea-length invitation and your wording is featured on the right. Your choice of a mocha or… Continue

Added by Rebecca Wellings Weddings on August 1, 2009 at 4:37am — No Comments

My MaryKay Bridal Baskets and drawing : )

Hello Brides and Bridesmaids,

I have something very special put together with Brides and the Bridesmaids just in mind!

Plus as an added extra special bonus for the Bride if your Bridesmaids buy 5 or more Bridesmaid baskets

you get your Bride basket completely free. Yes, I did say FREE!

This is what the Bride basket consist of:

Brides Special Day Basket:

Total Retail Value $365.25

1>TimeWise 3in1 Cleanser (your… Continue

Added by Dawn Morford on August 1, 2009 at 4:30am — No Comments

Count down time to Wedding Day

When it gets to be the last few days before your wedding the anxiety factor really kicks in for many brides. It really pays to check on all your vendors at least 2 weeks before your wedding (if not before and if they have not contacted you already)

I always make it a point to set up a get together with both the bride and groom (and sometimes the mother of the bride as well) a few weeks before the wedding day. We go through the wedding day schedule so we all know exactly what the… Continue

Added by Jill Bennett on August 1, 2009 at 2:39am — No Comments