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With so many expenses associated with planning a wedding, it is very common for couples to attempt to cut costs in virtually every corner possible. One of the first areas that come to mind for many couples is their wedding DJ. Wedding DJs can be rather expensive, and most people own some sort of MP3 player that is already loaded with all the songs they like. Because of the new…

Beach weddings are growing in popularity because of the beautiful views and natural beauty they provide which eliminate the need to do much decorating. Since weddings are such a special occasion, many couples who choose a beach wedding choose to go all out; and the wedding dress is no exception to the rule. Choosing the proper dress for your beach wedding is very important,…

Finding the perfect wedding flowers is a delicate combination of personal taste, color balancing, and budget allowances. Though you’ve probably come up with several ideas while attending the weddings of your friends and family, having a little help is always a big bonus; especially when the help is coming from a professional floral arranger. Fortunately, there are some very…

Your wedding shoes are one of the most important fashion accessories that people are going to notice, so it is no wonder that pink is a popular choice among brides to be who are shopping for their wedding shoes. Pink really stands out as the color of romance (along with red), so there are many great options available for that color of wedding shoes. Unfortunately, while having…

A new trend has started to take hold in the wedding planning market, and that trend is to utilize a larger variety of items at a much low cost. Rather than buy a handful of expensive decorations and favors, many wedding planners are now choosing to buy several different items that are smaller and less expensive. The goal is to fill the reception with more time consuming fun by…

One of the most important parts of creating memories on your wedding day is to have lots of pictures for your scrapbook to save every aspect of the event. Probably one of the most important choices you will make when planning your wedding is selecting a wedding photographer that has the right credentials and style of photography to suit your personal tastes. Fortunately, many…

Independence Day is one of America’s most beloved holidays, and we celebrate with fireworks and hotdogs from coast to coast. Also known as the 4^th of July, it is a holiday that commemorates our countries’ birthday and our Independence from British rule. However, like most other popular holidays, many brides and grooms decide to get married on Independence Day;…

Buying items for you wedding can be either really fun or really stressful, but things like wedding favors for your guests tend to lean to the fun side of things. Showing your guests how much you appreciate their love and support is one of the most thought-provoking and…

Though planning a wedding is one of the most expensive and stressful things you’ll ever do in your life, going online and ordering a wedding dress from China is a little too risky for many people. Sure, you can save a lot of money that can be well spent on other aspects of your important day, but one wrong move and one of the most important elements can quickly became your…

If you have been sifting through the various types of party poppers on the market today, you may be a little frustrated with the options that are available for using them at your wedding ceremony or reception. Seeing page after page of red, blue, or green packaging with hideous visual appeal can really start to become discouraging after a short while. However, many couples are not aware that using party poppers at…

While many people have heard of using sparklers at a wedding, there has also been somewhat of a stigma developing associated with their use. There are tall tales and horror stories popping up all over the internet including things like “sparklers burnt my wedding dress” or “they produced a toxic cloud of smoke”. While some of these stories may be chalked up to poor quality items, several of them are just made up by people…

While many people form an opinion about wedding cake sparklers long before they ever see one in person, there is much mystery and intrigue surrounding their use. There are dozens of product reviews online, both positive and negative’ that emphasize on the safety concerns about using an item like wedding cake sparklers in a room full of guests. While I can certainly understand how that may seem strange on the surface, the…

While there are so many options out there, 36” wedding sparklers are quickly finding their spot at the top of many soon-to-be bride’s shopping list. With their mix of huge and dazzling effects coupled with their extended burn time, 36” wedding sparklers are ounce-for-ounce the best value in the sparkler marketplace. For this reason and others, it’s very easy to understand why …

Wooden roses are starting to get a foothold in the wedding industry because of their durability, low cost, and timeless beauty. Wooden roses offer all the great benefits that real roses have to offer, but add to that by being much less expensive and non-perishable. This makes wooden roses an ideal choice for weddings because they can make for a…

Bottle sparklers are turning up all over the place, and are especially popular at nightclubs, bars, and restaurants to add some extra flare to their VIP bottle service. There are also many other uses for bottle sparklers that are becoming more and more popular including wedding receptions and private parties. Below, we will take a look at some of the many perks that …

Sky lanterns are emerging as one of the newest traditions in the wedding industry. In the last five years alone, their use at weddings in the United States has more than doubled on the heels of movies such as “Tangled” skyrocketing them in the mainstream. While sky lanterns have been used for various celebrations in Asia for more than two centuries, they have just recently hit the wedding scene in the United States. With…

Heart shaped sparklers are the newest creation from the minds of sparkler designers, and were created to address the demand for beautiful and functional wedding favors. With an emphasis on packaging and style, elegance is the first priority for heart shaped sparklers. With many brides looking for a more attractive sparkler to use at their weddings, it’s easy to understand why…

10” wedding sparklers bring many benefits to the table for a wedding celebration. Brides across the country and around the world are choosing to include wedding sparklers as part of their wedding day celebration, making them one of the largest new trends for modern weddings. There are literally a plethora of unique shapes, sizes, and colors of wedding sparklers, so looking at the benefits of …

There are many great wedding facts and statistics of which and lady in waiting should be aware. These facts and statistics can be very useful during the planning of your wedding to give you new ideas and inspiration, or you can use them to help you shape your bridal shower trivia…

Wedding sparklers are a growing trend in the US. While many people think of throwing rice and releasing doves, wedding sparklers are an excellent alternative to some of the more "traditional" staples.

Roughly 10 years ago, most people have had never heard of wedding sparklers. That is not the case today. Nearly 10% of weddings now incorporate wedding sparklers as part of the celebration. Some brides choose…