I will be up front about this. I have never been a fan of long engagements solely for the purpose of planning a wedding. In some cases, it is like prolonging agony. Agony as in money spent and time invested. Just like a small budget, a shortened period of time can help keep your focus on what is most important to you and help you sweat genius!

There are so many hidden costs to having a long engagement financially and emotionally. A short engagement will decrease the amount of…

Cyprus is where Aphrodite the Goddess of Love and Beauty was born from the waves. You will experience picturesque villages, swim in the warm blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea, wonder at Greek temples, byzantine churches and ancient artifacts thousands of year’s old, dance the night away at one of the lively taverns, visit small wineries and taste world renowned wines or enjoy the Cypriot cuisine at a local tavern overlooking the Mediterranean sea.

Here are just a few resorts to…

There are so many great ideas in this picture.

I love the vases. Fill a clear vase with water, place berries in it, then a floating candle.

You can get pine cones at a park or at your local craft store.

You can even spray paint the pine cones to make them match your color scheme.

Branches of pine needles bring a wonderful smell and tons of color to your table.

Place the pine needles around the vases or make groups of them place colorful pine…

Because every bride deserves to radiate on her wedding day, Innocence Beauty is here to provide you with advice on bridal make-up for a flawless complexion .

Take a look at the wonderful tips from bridal makeup artist, Chitra from Innocence Beauty, shares with us on My Wedding Chat this week. Thanks for the advice, Chitra!

Sit back, relax, & take in these…

Say “Hello” to the 2011 collection of Maggie Sottero wedding dresses available online on Wedding Shoppe Inc.!

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Luxurious jewels, embroidered appliqués, and…

Here is a really quick note on what I think is important to all of us.

Networking Circles

I see these in action all the time, I have a loose circle of my own and it works. Some groups promote themselves and do wedding events in halls. Most importantly it provides common leads to all of the vendors involved. It passes on…

There is plenty that goes into hosting an event, no matter what kind. If you are in New Jersey, the misery is compounded with the vastness of the city and the multitude of choices that flood you. The best solution to your predicament is New Jersey catering.



The great thing about New Jersey catering is that most providers help with almost all your needs. They have the information and resources to be able to put together every element that is needed to make your show a success.…

Poema Weddings in Santorini

‘Poema Weddings’ as the only event specialist company in Santorini…

A friend of mine recently posted a picture of a established family sign that she received as a gift from a friend. I absolutely loved it and wanted one for my home. I've decided that it is going to be my husbands Christmas present and possibly my friends wedding gifts in the future.

So if you are getting married or have a friend getting married, consider getting one or giving a family sign to them. If you are not sure which one they would like, make them a gift card describing the…

I see it all the time in blogs, comments online and chat rooms?…

Stunning, exquisite, romantic…all words that perfectly describe the brand new Spring 2011 designer bridal gowns from Sottero & Midgley.

Unique wedding…

I have helped many couples build their dream Honeymoon at Sandals and Beaches resorts, but after talking with so many couples during the planning process, I have decided to post on the basic information you will need to begin planning your all-inclusive honeymoon. I…

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