http://www.articlealley.com en-us editorial@articlealley.com Wedding favors often evoke a “been there, done that” response from wedding guests. Looking for something a little more memorable than a bag of Jordan almonds? Here are our top choices for a few inspiring guest thank-yous. Late night munchies</... http://www.articlealley.com/article_1163011_41.html 09th October 2009 Your wedding entertainment can really make or break the atmosphere of your reception. No other detail will command more influence over the behavior of your guests, so you should use this opportunity to elicit the behavior you desire. Thus, whether you wan... http://www.articlealley.com/article_1140040_41.html 01st October 2009 Let your wedding catering take a cue from the seasons with these favorite menu ideas for every season… Spring Wedding Menu Ideas Summon the taste of spring with light flavors and delicate textures… In Season - serve a main dish fe... http://www.articlealley.com/article_1135102_41.html 30th September 2009 Savvy couples are looking for any way to cut wedding costs - and rightfully so. Shelling out nearly $30,000 to host a party in these tough economic times just feels frivolous and wasteful. But sorry brides and grooms, a cash bar is never an acceptable mo... http://www.articlealley.com/article_1077295_41.html 10th September 2009 If you're looking to set a sensuous vibe at your wedding reception, look no further than a playlist full of R&B wedding songs. With smooth base lines and sultry lyrics, R&B songs of love and devotion are perfect for moving, grooving, and romance on the da... http://www.articlealley.com/article_1060209_41.html 02nd September 2009 As one of the most important decisions you will make concerning the big day, planning your wedding pictures should be considered with care. This list of wedding photography tips will help to get you started towards capturing these priceless memories: <... http://www.articlealley.com/article_1058180_41.html 31st August 2009 Take a cue from the seasons with our favorite wedding dresses and attire ideas for spring, summer, fall, and winter... Summer Wedding Dresses and Attire Think breezy dresses with airy silhouettes and light fabrics for a summertime affair... <u... http://www.articlealley.com/article_1043512_41.html 20th August 2009 In the world of wedding fashion, your name is your trademark. 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Summer Weddings - Things to Consider Beat the Heat - Seriously consider rent... http://www.articlealley.com/article_950255_41.html 26th June 2009 Looking for ways to personalize your wedding ceremony? Consider incorporating your own carefully chosen words into this momentous occasion, and build the foundation for a life-long relationship. Writing your own vows is definitely an ambitious undertaking... http://www.articlealley.com/article_929100_41.html 12th June 2009 As the centerpiece of your reception, wedding cakes are a bride's opportunity to make a major style statement. But many brides don't particularly like the taste of wedding cake, and some simply prefer to serve something a little more distinctive for the d... http://www.articlealley.com/article_925873_35.html 11th June 2009 Your floral budget can certainly run the gauntlet. On average you should expect to spend about 8-10% of your overall wedding budget on the flowers. 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And just like every other aspect of your wedding day - costs can creep skyward. But don't let a tight budget stand between you and the ult... http://www.articlealley.com/article_871448_41.html 28th April 2009 Much more than a sweet finale to the reception meal, wedding cakes are a major style statement. And trends in wedding cakes, like all other wedding details, evolve with the times. The wedding cake presents a perfect opportunity for creative brides to pla... http://www.articlealley.com/article_863460_41.html 17th April 2009 Wedding invitations can be as simple as one sheet of cardstock printed with the basics, or they can include a number of enclosures. Depending on the nature of your wedding, and your stationery budget, you may choose to consolidate and forego certain invi... http://www.articlealley.com/article_856436_41.html 15th April 2009 When it comes to shopping for engagement rings, it's best to come equipped with a little savvy. 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