http://www.articlealley.com en-us editorial@articlealley.com Although I was lucky enough that most of the brides who came to by bridal boutique did not fit this description, the term has become more commonplace recently. I first learned of it from my daughter who was a maid of honor to a childhood friend. The you... http://www.articlealley.com/article_142424_41.html 30th March 2007 Looking at wedding vendors online can be very confusing. I know because some are my competitors and I am constantly looking at their products. Many of them are overwhelming in the number of products they advertise. Some of these sites may carry Beverly... http://www.articlealley.com/article_142422_41.html 30th March 2007 Red wedding gowns have been popular in Europe for the last ten years and now are the hot new trend in America. At first we saw a hint of red, in a bold sash attached to a traditional white dress. Now you can select a complete red gown, a red bodice with... http://www.articlealley.com/article_142421_41.html 30th March 2007 My daughter is a September bride and she chose her younger sister to be her maid of honor. The younger one asked me, “What do I do?” I decided I’m not going to frighten her by showing her a long list of chores that can be found in bridal books and... http://www.articlealley.com/article_142419_41.html 30th March 2007 Generally, speaking, many wedding vendors are paid a flat fee, in advance, for their services. They don’t expect to be tipped. These include florists, photographers, musicians and bakers. Others falling into this category include catering managers, h... http://www.articlealley.com/article_142417_41.html 30th March 2007 Sometimes the bride’s mother, who has kept herself in good shape, looks at the selection of mother of the bride (MOB) gowns available and gets very discouraged. These gowns, short, tea length and long, are designed in a way to disguise heavy arms and w... http://www.articlealley.com/article_142215_41.html 29th March 2007 Many brides looking for the perfect, but not overpriced, wedding gown will eventually find themselves at David’s Bridal. This large bridal retailer has 250 stores in 45 states and their slogan is “You’ll Love David’s Bridal.” And while it’s ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_142213_41.html 29th March 2007 The Knott’s Berry Farm Resort Hotel is conveniently located in the heart of Southern California at 7675 Crescent Avenue in Buena Park. The resort is situated on Knott’s Berry Farm Theme Park property, and just 6 miles north of Disneyland. Complimenta... http://www.articlealley.com/article_137217_41.html 12th March 2007 In order to write a perfect wedding speech, it’s a good idea to make notes about experiences you enjoyed with the bride, groom or both. Talk to brothers, sisters and friends to gather humorous or tender anecdotes to share with the guests. Speak from t... http://www.articlealley.com/article_137214_41.html 12th March 2007 Many people think of wedding planners as professionals who manage and organize all aspects of a wedding from engagement to reception. While they are happy to offer complete wedding planning, they also offer day of wedding coordination as well as wedding ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_137213_41.html 12th March 2007 Solvang, meaning “sunny field” was founded in 1911 by a small group of Danish refugees. It is located in the Santa Ynez Valley, about 45 miles northwest of Santa Barbara and in the heart of wine country. The charming town has traditional Danish arch... http://www.articlealley.com/article_137212_41.html 12th March 2007 Traditionally, veils were made from white or ivory tulle with plain, pencil or satin cord edging. This allowed the focus to be on the bride’s face, her headpiece and wedding gown. Now custom designer veils have an abundance of embroidered appliqués, ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_137211_41.html 12th March 2007 Losing weight is never easy, but now you are checking out photographers, picking out invitations, having your gown bustled, getting your gifts registered, and that’s all in one weekend. The easiest, and most tempting thing to do is eat fast food. Mayb... http://www.articlealley.com/article_137210_41.html 12th March 2007 Beautiful Napa Valley is in northern California, about an hour’s drive north of San Francisco. You can easily reach the valley from one of three airports: San Francisco International Airport (SFO), Oakland International Airport (OAK), and Sacramento A... http://www.articlealley.com/article_129642_41.html 15th February 2007 One of the best strategies for getting discounts from wedding vendors is to find a sister, friend or co-worker who is getting married during the same year. Go together and interview 4 to 6 professionals from each service you will require. Ask bakers, fo... http://www.articlealley.com/article_129640_41.html 15th February 2007 It is said that during Victorian times the tradition was to break the wedding cake over the heads of the bride and groom. Then bakers concocted the Groom’s cake for “breaking” and decorated elaborate wedding cakes for eating. Another tradition was... http://www.articlealley.com/article_123821_41.html 27th January 2007 While sparkling, rhinestone tiaras remain the most popular bridal headpieces there are many other beautiful alternatives. There are combs, V bands, halos, crowns, headbands and bun wraps. Hats, while not as popular, still remain an option for less forma... http://www.articlealley.com/article_123819_41.html 27th January 2007 Bouquet Jewelry is a hot new bridal accessory that is being used to accentuate and personalize bridal bouquets. They are also turning up in bridesmaid’s flowers, boutonnieres, centerpieces, and even customizing the wedding cake. The jewelry is usually... http://www.articlealley.com/article_123817_41.html 27th January 2007 Just as many small, privately owned stores have gone out of business because of giants like K-Mart and Wal-Mart, the same holds true for the wedding industry. I purchased my bridal boutique a year after one large wedding gown company, offering their $99 ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_123816_41.html 27th January 2007 Comparing prices for chocolate fountain rental online can be very confusing. One company will offer a “full service” medium fountain for $299.00 that includes chocolate for up to 100 people. Another company offers a medium fountain for $395.00 that ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_123814_41.html 27th January 2007 For the bride and groom who want to be married near the grandeur of magnificent trees, waterfalls, rivers, lakes and mountains, a National Park could be the perfect venue. After completing an online application, you will be issued a permit at a cost of $1... http://www.articlealley.com/article_123813_41.html 27th January 2007 During highly stressful situations, paying attention to your mind, body and spirit is the most important thing you can do for yourself. By getting a massage on a regular basis, starting several months before your wedding can substantially relieve mental ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_123808_41.html 27th January 2007 An ice sculpture at a wedding reception can be elegant, dramatic or fun. Some couples display their sculptures in the foyer, on the gift table, on one end of the bridal table, or alongside the cake. The size and layout of the room should also influence ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_123806_41.html 27th January 2007 Traditionally, the groomsmen have fun decorating the getaway car during the wedding reception as a final surprise to the bride and groom. In the past, soap or shaving cream was used to write “Just Married” and the back window. Old shoes were tied to... http://www.articlealley.com/article_123803_41.html 27th January 2007 For the bride and groom who have plenty of time to enjoy their honeymoon, and want to avoid crowded airports and expensive hotels and restaurants, renting a recreational vehicle is a great idea. The couple can plan their travel itinerary to include roman... http://www.articlealley.com/article_120344_41.html 15th January 2007 The Hotel Del Coronado, lovingly referred to as “The Del,” was built in 1888 and designated a National Historic Landmark in 1977. It has been named the number one wedding destination by the Travel Channel and “one of the top ten resorts in the worl... http://www.articlealley.com/article_120342_41.html 15th January 2007 Most bridal shows are scheduled in the months of January and August. Tickets are usually between $5.00 and $10.00 with a one or two dollar discount if you purchase your tickets online before the event. Prizes may be offered for the first 100, 200 or 500... http://www.articlealley.com/article_120339_41.html 15th January 2007 Going to a day spa can make the bride look her best as well as alleviate the stress associated with wedding planning. These facilities offer facials, body treatments, massage, body contouring, hair removal, and hand and foot treatments. They offer cosme... http://www.articlealley.com/article_120338_41.html 15th January 2007 There are many online companies that offer romantic honeymoon getaways on both the Pacific and Caribbean coasts of Costa Rica. Having just returned from Costa Rica myself, I would like to offer some suggestions that you probably will not find online or i... http://www.articlealley.com/article_120337_41.html 15th January 2007 What could be more fun than pretending to be glamorous actress at a bridal shower you are hosting with your best friends? Assign each one of your guests a famous name from a well-known movie era. Encourage your guests to wear gloves, rhinestone jewelry,... http://www.articlealley.com/article_120335_41.html 15th January 2007 After reviewing international honeymoon packages online, you can begin planning your romantic, once-in-a-lifetime adventure as man and wife. Most countries, states and cities will gladly send you free information. Most likely your chosen destination wil... http://www.articlealley.com/article_114727_29.html 28th December 2006 Years ago, the wedding cake available to most brides and grooms was a plain white cake with buttercream icing. Today, the couple can choose such cake flavors as: vanilla, chocolate, marble, almond, walnut, pecan, coconut, red velvet, spice, pumpkin, app... http://www.articlealley.com/article_114725_41.html 28th December 2006 According to Lake Arrowhead Weddings, an all inclusive wedding package company, “All you need to take care of is getting the dress and the rings!” These companies represent volume business for the wedding vendors, and have more bargaining power then ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_114724_41.html 28th December 2006 When the bride and groom decide that it is necessary to plan a last minute wedding, they still want it to be the most memorable experience possible. The normal planning details that come before the wedding, such as choosing an engagement ring, purchasing... http://www.articlealley.com/article_114723_41.html 28th December 2006 In the past, expensive floral centerpieces were common at most wedding receptions. More brides are finding inexpensive, creative ways to “customize” their wedding receptions without spending a lot of money. Here are some great centerpiece suggestion... http://www.articlealley.com/article_114722_41.html 28th December 2006 With good planning, the bride and groom can have a beautiful wedding without spending a fortune. It may be more time consuming and require the expertise of family and friends. Here are some helpful suggestions that will get you started: · Limit the ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_114721_41.html 28th December 2006 Much of the wedding plans have traditionally been focused on the bride and her family. While this is still true, modern grooms are getting more involved in selecting wedding colors, venues, reception sites, music and food. Fortunately, this new interest... http://www.articlealley.com/article_114720_41.html 28th December 2006 With a careful planning, a bride can avoid unpleasant situations, that would take away from the beauty of her wedding day. The bride and her mother should sit down and discuss any problems in the family and how they should be handled. A wedding planner ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_114719_35.html 28th December 2006 Carnival’s Wedding Department is open Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM EST at 1-800-933-4968. They recommend that all wedding couples should book their Carnival cruise prior to booking their “Fun Ship” Wedding Package. Weddings must be bo... http://www.articlealley.com/article_114718_41.html 28th December 2006 Two of the most popular personalized wedding favors have been matchbooks and napkins. They feature custom decorative designs such as twin hearts, wedding bells or rings. They display the first name of the bride and groom as well as the date of the cerem... http://www.articlealley.com/article_114717_41.html 28th December 2006 Many people will advise you to select a gown based on your figure type. This is good information and you will want to consider it, as well as your own personal style. But if you are petite, and have your heart set on a large ball gown, then go ahead and... http://www.articlealley.com/article_114716_41.html 28th December 2006 Friends and relatives that live in other cities or states, and possibly overseas, may be invited to share your special day. They will incur expenses such as hotels, meals, gas, and car rentals, just to name a few. These expenses are in addition to brid... http://www.articlealley.com/article_114695_41.html 28th December 2006 Walking is a great way to lose weight and increase metabolism before the wedding. There are some strategies that will increase the amount of calories burned, and bring you to your weight loss goal more quickly. Most people walk about 2 to 2.5 miles per ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_114694_41.html 28th December 2006 The Victoria Falls Hotel was built in 1904 and overlooks the Victoria Falls Bridge and the gorges below. Visiting members of Royal families, international statesmen, and celebrities have stayed at the charming Victoria Falls Hotel. The hotel has 10 suit... http://www.articlealley.com/article_114692_41.html 28th December 2006 Marriott International has nearly 2,800 lodging properties in the United States and specialize in everything from wedding planning, caterers, ceremonies, receptions and honeymoon suites. They offer an online budgeting checklist that covers site selection... http://www.articlealley.com/article_114691_41.html 28th December 2006 Most of the time, the bride and groom will want to be married in their place of worship. If they prefer a civil ceremony, to be held in a less traditional location, there are many possibilities. Most of these venues are available in North America, but i... http://www.articlealley.com/article_114689_41.html 28th December 2006 Cake toppers have come a long way since the traditional bride and groom, cherubs, doves and wedding bells. Now they are full of charm and romance and are a delightful new collectible whose popularity is on the rise. They can be made out of plastic, pape... http://www.articlealley.com/article_114659_41.html 28th December 2006 Generally speaking, the mother of the groom (MOG) is responsible for coordinating her wedding attire with that of the bride’s mother. She is also responsible for hosting the rehearsal dinner at her home, a restaurant or hotel. If she has the time, res... http://www.articlealley.com/article_114657_41.html 28th December 2006 What could be more exciting than spending the first days of your married life together in New York City! You will find an abundance of culture, shopping, nightlife, bars and restaurants. Even if you have a modest honeymoon budget, you can find what you ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_114656_41.html 28th December 2006 The five Disney wedding chapels are the Wedding Pavilion, the Polynesian Resort/Sunset Pointe, the Yacht Club Resort/Wedding Gazebo, the Boardwalk Resort/Sea Breeze Point, and the Wilderness Lodge/Sunrise Terrace. Disney offers a choice of Intimate and ... http://www.articlealley.com/article_114655_41.html 28th December 2006