Wedding Hairstyles

Executive Summary By Bryan Burbank & Antoinette Boulay

Popular Wedding Hairstyles For 2009

One of the most special days is your wedding day and it takes time to prepare everything from the dress to the flowers and the most important wedding day hairstyle. It is important to choose a style that is both in style and also one that you like and feels comfortable on you. If you are a slender build then you may want to go with the up look so that it shows off your neck line and dress.

The trend for this year is to have big curls it seems that this is in style and whether you wear it up or down the curls are what is hot for 2009. Remember that choosing a hairstyle can be one of the most important aspects of your wedding planning.

Tips for Choosing Wedding Updos

For many brides the hairstyle they choose for their wedding day is almost as important as the dress they choose. While every bride wants her hair to look great on her wedding day, there are also many factors to consider in choosing a style. Women with longer hair often have an especially difficult time deciding on a hairstyle.

Designing wedding updos takes a great deal of planning. The bride has a lot of factors to consider when choosing a hairstyle. The shape of the face is one of the most important factors to consider when choosing wedding updos. This is important because certain styles of updos are more appealing on faces of a particular shape while other styles may create an unappealing look. For example some hairstyles may make a round face appear even rounder while other hairstyles may create a slenderizing illusion.

The veil or headpiece which will be worn should also be considered when choosing wedding updos. Once the headpiece is chosen, the bride to be can start choosing a hairstyle.

The process of choosing wedding updos usually begins with paging through wedding magazines or scrolling through websites. Seeing models with hairstyles you like can give you the general idea of what type of hairstyle you will choose.

The next step in the process of choosing wedding updos is to visit a salon to experiment with different styles. Once you have chosen a stylist you can do a trial run to see how the hairstyle looks with the headpiece.

Preferably the trial run to experiment with different wedding updos should take place close to the date of the wedding.

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Dresses Bridesmaids

Executive Summary By Abby Wilshire & Morgan Hamilton

How to Find Cheap Bridesmaid Dresses Without the Designer Cost

Weddings are an expensive occasion. We are all aware that, except for the brides dress, the next most expensive dress is the bridesmaids dress. You have to remember that the wedding day is the day for the bride and groom. The bride should me the center of attention not the bridesmaid.

There are thousands of cheap bridesmaid dresses that can be found which look identical to expensive designer one's as well. Do keep in mind that attention will be focused at the bride and groom, not the bridesmaid. Many ask whether cheaper bridesmaid dresses means cheaper quality. Some designers find a better deal on material than others and in some cases some even use recycled material which in result also helps the environment.

There are many places one can find cheap bridesmaid dresses. They include small shops and over the internet.

Bridesmaid Dresses Visited

There are a whole bunch of horror stories about nasty looking dresses that were chosen as bridesmaid dresses. There are still plenty of fine looking bridesmaid dresses out there, so be warned bridal attendants.

I had the honor of paying the maid of honor for my best friend's wedding and we recently checked out a bridal store to try on our gowns. The bride chose a few bridal gowns and she chose a few bridesmaid dresses in advance. I tried on three bridesmaid dresses and I was relieved and impressed with the bride's excellent fashion sense. When she told me that she wanted the bridesmaids to wear pink, strapless gowns, my heart may have stopped. I imagined a shocking pink flamingo look, form-fitting dress, that would point out every single flaw on my frame - yuck. The bride and I agreed which bridesmaid dress looked the best on the Internet, but we were pleasantly surprised to see that her number two choice, we liked even better. When I tried it on it felt comfortable and I felt at ease with that particular bridesmaid dress.

The bridesmaid dresses or a whitish-pink, and though they are strapless, not my favorite choice, the bride decided to incorporate short jackets as an accessory for those of us who prefer not to attend church looking like Madonna. The jacket is clean and elegant, just as the lovely pink gown was. This choice was really a no-brainer for the bride and I was relieved that I only had to try on three bridesmaid dresses. Fortunately for both of us she chose a great gown.

There were bridesmaid dresses that ballooned at the bottom like something out of Cinderella. There were bright orange dresses that made us look like the great pumpkin.

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Wedding Vows

Executive Summary By Ann Keeler Evans & Wedding Writer

Wedding Vows As Special As Your Love

Your Wedding Vows are an integral part of your ceremony as you will be pledging not only your love and commitment to another person 'til death do you part, but you will be stating this solemn vow in front of your family, friends and the rest of the world. There are many ways you can approach your wedding vows. If you are a traditional couple, you may want to stick to the traditional vows that have been spoken by generations of married couples in your family. If you are a spiritual couple, you may choose to incorporate some meaningful verses or spiritual phrases in your vows to give them added dimension. For example, Christians often quote the beautiful words of 1 Corinthians Verse 13 that says "Love is Patient, Love is Kind..." or you may choose the very lovely Jewish verse of "With this ring, you are made holy to me, for I love you as my soul." If you are a couple that has been together for many years or if you are renewing your vows, you may be looking for a special set of wedding vows that will have a greater meaning.

There are literally thousands of different ways to state your wedding vows. If you are overwhelmed, start by jotting down some things that are important to you, give you those feelings of romance and love and allow a skillful wedding vow writer to do the work of piecing together a wonderful set of wedding vows that will convey the true feelings of your heart.

What Will Your Perfect Wedding Vows Promise About Sexual Intimacy in Your Perfect Marriage?

Your wedding vows are both the heart of your wedding ceremony and the foundation of your marriage. The best wedding vows are sweeping and fairly general formal statements. Before you craft those vows, do some serious marriage planning. What does that mean for your sexual intimacy and how does your sexual intimacy shape your wedding vows and your marriage? We are by nature people of passion. Our sexual urges are a glorious part of us. And our responsible response to those urges makes life grand. Maturing sexually with a beloved partner can expand life's boundaries immensely. And it'll make a great and happy marriage.

Answer some questions:

What are you passionate about in life? What excites you? What did you learn about sex as a child? What has your sexual experience taught you about your body? Do you have roadblocks to enjoying your body? These will range from my body isn't perfect to trauma to learned inhibitions. Are you adept at considering your partner's pleasure as well as your own?

Are you adept at engaging your partner in and engaging with your partner in not only sex, but also passionate celebration of yourselves, one another and your marriage?

What has your sexual experience and your loving experience with your partner taught you about your partner's body?

We need to know and honor our sexuality. And we need to know and honor our partner's. The goal of your sexual life is healthy, mutually satisfying pleasure and comfort.

Answer these questions and figure out on what you would base your wedding vow about your sexual engagement. Why not consider a promise in your wedding vows to celebrate your partner's sexuality? "My love, I will not withhold my passion from my life or our marriage. Tuck your answers into your Marriage Planning Binder and keep referring back to your questions and your answers throughout your life together. They will help you move through your marriage. Isn't life grand?

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Cheap Wedding

Executive Summary By Claire Bowes & Mae Summerville

How to Plan a Cheap Wedding

There's no doubt about it, weddings can be expensive. The average cost of a wedding today is $20,000 - $25,000, and weddings are estimated to be a $25.3 billion industry. But don't worry if your budget cannot stretch for the most expensive custom-made gown, elegant invitation cards, or the top photographer, it doesn't mean that your wedding will be any less unique or special than anyone else's.

Wedding Gowns

Do you really need a hand-made wedding dress with beads and diamantes? This is where the big cost is and there are several options in cutting the cost. Why not opt for a second-hand wedding dress? Consider buying an evening gown/cocktail dress from a department store or look into renting your wedding dress for the day.

The Reception

The wedding reception is normally the biggest expense, but one of the easiest to cut down on costs. Statistics show that an average of 189 guests attend a wedding, this is a lot. Instead of holding the reception in an expensive hotel suite or wedding reception, why not consider having it at someone's home or a club, or even book a restaurant.

Invitations / Stationery

If you're on a budget and looking for cheaper wedding stationery items, then you might like to consider print-at-home stationery.

Miscellaneous

Why not buy wholesale flowers, or pick flowers from your garden (or a friends or relatives). Buy plain gold or white gold wedding bands as these are the cheapest. Get a friend to make your wedding cake for you and opt for a smaller tier cake and it doesn't have to be a fruit cake - try a sponge, chocolate or carrot cake!

Summary

Weddings are expensive if you want them to be. All you need is a little imagination, and some help from friends and family and you too can have a luxury wedding with all the trimmings.

Finding a Cheap Wedding Dress

For those on a tight budget one way to keep a wedding within your financial means is to select a cheap

wedding dress. There are many ways to find an inexpensive wedding dress. One way is to search on Craig's list classified ads. Craig's list is set up by city and so all you would need to do is go to Craig's list and find the closest metropolitan area . They have great deals on all kinds of items so may find way more than just a cheap wedding dress.

Just go to Google and search for online classifieds and you will find all sorts of online classifieds.

I have found that eBay is a great place to find all sorts of wedding supplies at cheap prices. They not only have used wedding gowns but also brand new designer wedding dresses. If you sign up for a Paypal account you cannot get ripped off or I have never been anyway. Of course the best way to get a wedding dress at a huge discount is to buy a used one. Most major cities have clothes consignment shops and they always have some beautiful gowns that they are selling. A nice pair of gloves, more and better wedding jewelry as well as a fantastic veil. So keep an open mind when looking for cheap or inexpensive wedding dresses. If you have a flair for style then you can make it work and look even better than if you had bought a designer wedding gown.

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Wedding Hair

Executive Summary By Abhishek Agarwal & Bridget Mora

Tips To Select A Gorgeous Style

With out a good professional advice choosing your make up & style for the wedding is a real tough one. Following below are some tips to help you make the key decisions regarding your hair styling & make up for the day of the wedding:

1. Have enough time on hand.

You must make sure to have enough time for your make up & hair dressing. Visit your hair stylist at least six weeks prior to the wedding so that they can go ahead with some minor changes needed in the hair. Also, in case you are planning to change your hair style, the hair color, or the length of the hair, you might also need time up to 6 months or so.

2. Meet the hair dresser & seek an appointment.

You must prefer a hair dresser recommended by some one close in the friends and / or family. While we all seek appointment for the wedding day, seek some extra appointments and show the professional some snaps of the kind of style, dress & head pieces you wish to have on your big day. Also discuss with the professional in detail regarding the apt color, texture & style.

3. For permed or relaxed hair

In case you plan to have permed or relaxed hair, discuss it with your hair stylist. Check if they think that this procedure is safe or would it damage your hair. Damaged hair of course would never look good & they are also very difficult to style.

4. Coloring your hair.

Let the professional help you decide the shade in case you are thinking of dyeing or coloring your hair. The shade you choose must suit your skin tone & the color of your eyes.

5. Hair Style must match with the cut of your wedding gown.

Make sure that the hair style you choose is quite in tandem with the cuts & shape of your wedding gown.

6. For the short hair.

Those girls who have short hair may try highlighting to ad some richness to their style. Try undergoing some hair treatments or with a professional advice use some products that would add shine to your hair.

7. For the long hair.

Those who have long hair can try some very elegant & classy looks with their hair tied up with a rich style.

Trendy Wedding Hairstyles

How you wear your hair will have a huge impact on your wedding day look. Your hairdo should look fresh and easy, not overly styled or contrived. Relaxed waves are the order of the day; pin straight hair is not what brides are wearing now. Picture Veronica Lake's iconic hairstyle, only not so perfect. For cascading waves, a pretty pearl comb will be the ideal type of bridal jewelry for your hair.

Most of the trendiest wedding hairstyles involve pulling the hair back into some sort of knot or bun. As with the natural waves, these are loose knots, not tight ballerina buns or pristine chignons. Allow a few tendrils of hair to spring free around your face.

Braids are being used to create some very romantic hairstyles for brides with long hair. We are not talking about two perfect braids, nor the ubiquitous French braids of the 1980s. These braids are not prim or schoolgirlish; they are flirty, soft, and vintage inspired. One long loose braid in the back is one pretty option for wedding hair. For your hair bridal jewelry, finish off the look with a scattering of beautiful crystal or pearl pins tucked into the knot.

The current trends in bridal hairstyles are a perfect pairing with the romantic and eclectic gowns that are in vogue. A soft chiffon wedding dress will look even better when the bride's hair is gathered up into a loose vintagey pouf in the back. Your wedding day hairdo should definitely complement your gown, as well as bring out the natural beauty of your face.

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Creative Wedding Cards

You invitation is a reflection on the type of wedding its going to be weather it be formal, informal or themed this will be transparent in the invitation. The invitation is the only essential stationary required everything else is optional.

Save the date

This card is sent several months in advance to guests that have a long distance to travel, it is simple courtesy to let them know your plans so they can start making their own. These cards only need the Bride and Grooms names and the date and location of the wedding. It's a good idea to include "Invitation to follow" so they don't keep calling for the details that are not available yet like reception location and time.

The Invitation

As before these will reflect the type of wedding to come so chose the style accordingly. Most people spend between 1-2% of the budget on the stationary. When ordering your stationary remember to include 10 extra to provide for mistakes and late invites. This will be cheaper than having to reorder a new batch. It a good idea to let another person check the invites before they go out to make sure all is in order and spelled correctly. The invitation will include the names of the hosts; the brides name the grooms name, the ceremony location, date and time, the reception location and the RSVP address. If children are being invited include on the invitation if not leave out.

Reply Card

The reply card is an optional but efficient way of getting the guest list finalized. You can also include a menu option so that guest with dietary needs can be catered for. Don't for get the stamp so that guest can reply promptly.

Wedding Service Programme

Similar to mass booklets but contain more information. They may include the whole wording of the ceremony, which will provide for a lovely memento of the day especially if the couple has written their own vows. This also offers the scope to mention deceased loved ones or to give a little background on the wedding party or to explain any unfamiliar rites. You can even go further by including poems, photos etc.

Place Cards

These are traditionally small cards engraved with guests name and each seating place. Now more couples are finding creative ways to replace these. One option is to carve the names into small pebbles or stones and offer to guests as a memento you imagination is the limit with this so don't be afraid to let it run riot.

Thank you cards

These are absolutely essential to thank each guest for his or her attendants and gifts you received. You can opt to match these to the invitation cards or pick up a pack of pre-printed cards from your local card shop. Take time to write a hand written note to each on the card to each guest as it is only courtesy and will be remembered.

Special Touches

Besides the choices of text, type, paper and design there are lots of ways to personalize and add that special touch to your cards. Trimmings can range from feathers to pearls, shells flowers or ribbons each design can be unique.

Another option can be the original watercolor of the church where the ceremony is taking place or the coat of arms of the bride and grooms family branded on the invitation.

Photogenic designs and laser cut monograms of the couple's initials on the front of the card is a hot new trend.

Information packs

In addition to the invitation itself you can include directions to the church and reception, local tourist attractions for distant relatives and even details of the wedding list. Such details will be appreciated by the out of town wedding guests who will be unfamiliar with the place your getting married and be interested in favorite bars, restaurants and tourist attractions if any.

DIY Stationary

One way to save money and add that personal touch to the stationary is to make your own. This is more popular than ever and there is an abundant choice of card paper and trinkets to choose from including high quality hand made and floral paper.

You can add organza ribbon, feathers, shells the options are limitless all you will need is a printer to add the script or why not try your hand at some DIY calligraphy to add a definite personalized touch. Although this method of creating your own stationary takes time it can be highly rewarding.

By Declan Tobin

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Wedding Speeches - The Bride's Wedding Speech

"Your Special day has finally arrived, you're about to get married to the man of your dreams. You have decided you want say a few words at your wedding, you want to let everyone know how happy you are to be marrying your man and to thank everyone for helping make your day perfect."

The days of the bride's wedding speech being simply a list of names to read out as thank-you's are gone, brides now want to have something to say on their special day. Whilst the bride's wedding speech does still need to include a "thank you" list of people who helped contribute to your life and your day, it can include that much more.

You want to convey to everyone your heartfelt thanks for helping you on this day, you want to let your new husband and everyone else present know just how delighted you are to be his wife. You need to thank mum and dad, for all their efforts in raising you, you want to keep it light, sprinkle a few laughs in amongst the emotion.

Writing the bride's wedding speech can be an anxiety filled, nerve wracking experience, You want to make sure you say just the right thing without over doing it, you want to convey the right amount of emotion as well as humor.

Not all of us are bestowed with the ability to get across exactly what we mean when making a speech. In the link below you will find professionally written speech writing guides that will take the time and pain out of writing your bride's wedding speech. You can literally have it up and written in 30 minutes, allowing you to get on with planning and enjoying the million other things you need to have in place for the day. Best of all the guides are available for direct download so even if it's the night before the big day you will be able to successfully get your speech written.

By Gloria Bond

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