Wedding Portland OR

Are you looking to plan a wedding? If so, you have come to the right place. Everything and anything you need to know about weddings is available in this section of articles.

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Budget Wedding Dresses Portland OR

You don’t have to spend like royalty to look like a princess on your wedding day. With these smart strategies, you can walk down the aisle in a wedding dress that makes you feel like a million bucks (without having to spend just that).

Alternative Wedding Ceremony Readings Portland OR

If you cannot bear another rendition of “love is patient, love is kind…” at your wedding ceremony, you’ve come to the right place. Consult this list of alternative and humorous wedding ceremony readings that pack a slightly edgier punch than traditional wedding readings.

Valentine's Day Proposal Ideas Portland OR

It's no wonder why Valentine's Day is one of the most popular days of the year to propose. Plan your Valentines Day proposal with these unique and creative engagement proposal ideas for making the moment memorable and personal.

Wedding Reception Music Portland OR

Plan your wedding reception music with these tips on selecting your DJ or band and selecting the right wedding songs for the different components of the reception.

Finding the Right Bridal Shoes Portland OR

The bridal shoes you wear on your wedding day will affect not only your overall look - but your comfort level as well - so choose wedding shoes with care. Here are four steps to finding the right wedding shoes.

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10 Questions to Ask your Ceremony Officiant Portland OR

Before the big day, ask your ceremony officiant these questions to determine whether s/he is open to your ideas.

10 Ways to Personalize Your Wedding Ceremony Portland OR

It is a ritual – time honored and sacred – but that does not mean your wedding ceremony has to be like every other. Here are ten creative ways to infuse your ceremony with elements that are distinctly you.

10 Ways to Pop the Question this Holiday Season Portland OR

1/3 of all engagements happen over the holidays. Need a creative proposal that will deck your sweetie's halls? Let this list of proposal ideas inspired by favorite seasonal tunes help you pop the question in true holiday style.

26 Essential Beauty Tips Portland OR

Besides the obvious tools to looking your best (fitness, nutrition, style) here are some lesser-known health and beauty tips for silky hair, glowing skin, sparkling teeth and healthy nails.

27 Unique Ideas for Weddings Portland OR

There is nothing wrong with the traditional white wedding, but sometimes it is nice to makes yours stand out from the rest…

5 Ways to Save on Wedding Flowers and Decor Portland OR

After selecting your wedding venue, it's all about the details. Wedding flowers and decor can make or break the ambiance, but don't assume it has to break your wedding budget. These simple tips wil help you get the most bang for your decorating buck.

6 Ways to Save on Honeymoon Travel Portland OR

Save on honeymoon travel with these top budget vacation tips.

Alternative Wedding Ceremony Readings Portland OR

If you cannot bear another rendition of “love is patient, love is kind…” at your wedding ceremony, you’ve come to the right place. Consult this list of alternative and humorous wedding ceremony readings that pack a slightly edgier punch than traditional wedding readings.

Balance Wedding Planning with Your Career Portland OR

You don´t need to be told twice that life as a bride-to-be is punishing on the day planner. Every decision, from the flowers to the favors, is in your newly banded hand. Planning a wedding is essentially a full time job, and if you´re already a busy professional, guess what? Your work week doubled the moment you said "yes," and the delicate balance between your professional and personal lives is in danger of collapsing.

Bridal and Evening Wear Portland OR

For those in search of an evening or bridal wear, there is a range of retailer shops selling that perfect frock you are looking for. For a wedding occasion, there are retailers capable of dressing the entire wedding entourage.

Bridal Shower Games - 9 Ideas Portland OR

When it comes to bridal shower games, you're not restricted to the traditional staples of "pin the tail on the groom" and "toilet paper wedding dress". There are tons of other options to please all types of crowds. Here are nine categorized top picks for bridal shower games.

Budget Wedding Dresses Portland OR

You don’t have to spend like royalty to look like a princess on your wedding day. With these smart strategies, you can walk down the aisle in a wedding dress that makes you feel like a million bucks (without having to spend just that).

Caring for Pearls Portland OR

Pearls are among nature's loveliest creations, objects of desire for thousands of years. They are an organic substance, softer than other gems, so they need care in handling to stay looking their best.

Choosing a Band or DJ for Your Wedding Music Portland OR

Solve the debate on whether to hire a band or a DJ to lead your wedding reception festivities by considering the pros and cons of each.

Choosing and Buying a Wedding Band Portland OR

Shopping for a wedding ring involves slightly more than picking out a strand of beads. I've made it easy and narrowed down the steps to choosing wedding bands you love.

Choosing Bridal Shoes Portland OR

The bridal shoes you wear on your wedding day will affect not only your overall look - but your comfort level as well - so choose wedding shoes with care. Here are four steps to finding the right wedding shoes.

Create a Memorable Wedding Album Portland OR

While the typical posed shots are pretty, sprinkling your wedding album with some unique shots ensures cherished memories for years to come. Try these special photo opps for wedding pictures that will shine through the formal poses.

Destination Weddings Portland OR

Every marriage begins with a unique love story. If yours also includes a taste for travel, a passion for adventure, and the commitment to celebrate in your own way, yours can lead to extraordinary places in your journey to marry at a destination wedding.

Finding the Right Bridal Shoes Portland OR

The bridal shoes you wear on your wedding day will affect not only your overall look - but your comfort level as well - so choose wedding shoes with care. Here are four steps to finding the right wedding shoes.

Finding the Right Wedding Veil Portland OR

The wedding veil is the ultimate accessory in the transformation from engaged girl to blushing bride. Today wedding veils are more of a style statement than a symbolic gesture. Here are four easy steps to finding the right bridal veil to complement your wedding dress.

First Three Steps to Planning a Wedding Portland OR

Calling all newly engaged - it's time to scratch the first few items off your wedding planning checklist. Accomplish these first three steps, and you're on your way to a smooth engagement and successful wedding day.

Five Ways to Save on Wedding Photography Portland OR

Your wedding photography is one of the most important decisions you will make as a bride, so plan to allocate a significant portion of your wedding budget to ensure great photographs. That said, there are ways to save on photography without sacrificing quality. Learn to get priceless photographs with these budget tips.

Honeymoon Accommodations Portland OR

Before you start packing your bags, you will need to determine what accommodation style best suits your honeymoon travel desires. Read on and discover the types of honeymoon accommodations that are out there…

Honeymoon Destinations Portland OR

Relaxing by the beach or sightseeing in the city - the first step in planning your honeymoon travel is to determine your preferred vacation style. Here's a rundown of the top honeymoon destinations to help determine which getaway best suits your interests…

How To Choose Bartending Service Portland OR

Some professional bartenders in Canada give one the option of using their alcohol or bringing their own. Their major responsibility is to serve the guests at the event whether at corporate functions or private parties.

How to Hire a Florist for Your Wedding - Three Steps Portland OR

Don't know the first thing about hiring a florist? Follow these steps, and you will be sure to find the wedding florist that suits your style and budget.

How to Plan a Bridal Shower Portland OR

This complete bridal showers guide has everything you need to know about planning a bridal shower.

How to Plan a Green Wedding Portland OR

Sure, green weddings are all the rage, but the key is to make yours more than a trendy buzzword. Here are some tips to get you started towards planning a green wedding that’s both stylish and environmentally friendly.

How to Save Money on Your Wedding Cake Portland OR

Your wedding cake should be eye-catching, fabulous, and of course, tasty too! And just like every other aspect of your wedding day – costs can creep skyward. Have your cake (and eat it too) with these money saving tips for wedding cakes.

Mother of the Bride Dress Guide Portland OR

Sure - the day may be all about the bride and her big dress, but as the mother of the bride or groom - you need to shine too. Here's everything you need to know to ensure you look stylish and perfectly coiffed on the big day...

Planning a wedding: Increasing costs needn't hold you back Portland OR

If you’re planning a wedding this summer, it isn’t too hard to feel the heat. Rising gas and food prices have made costs for wedding vendors skyrocket in the past few months. But don’t call off the Big Day and buy tickets to Vegas just yet.

Planning for a Destination Wedding Portland OR

Today, as many as one in four engaged couples has a destination wedding. Do you and your fiancé envision yourselves as one of those couples? If so, this article can help you begin, serving as your jumping-off point into the world of destination weddings and how to plan one as the next chapter in your love story.

Planning Your Wedding Portland OR

If you're among the nearly one million brides-to-be who received an engagement ring over the holidays, it's time to ring in the new year by scratching the first few items off your wedding day "to do" countdown. Kick start your 2009 wedding plans now!

Planning Your Wedding Ceremony Music Portland OR

From the moment guests file in, your music has the power to set the tone for your ceremony. Plan your wedding ceremony music with these tips on selecting your ceremony musicians and choosing your wedding songs for the different components of the ceremony.

Preparing For Wedding Invitations Portland OR

Although some invitation etiquette is based only on tradition, many of the following guidelines are also used because they are simply the polite way of doing things. It is always best to use your discretion to determine what is best for you; however, it is equally important to remember that weddings are typically all about creating an overall impression of propriety.

Taking Engagement Photos Portland OR

If you’ve recently gotten engaged, it’s the right time to begin your engagement pictures together. Engagement pictures will add years of memories in your photo albums, hanging on your wall or placed in engagement announcements.

Terms to Know Before Hiring Your Wedding Videographer Portland OR

Learn this list of common videography terms before your videographer hits the record button.

Time To Hand Out Groomsmen Gifts Portland OR

The bride and her family make the bulk of all wedding decisions and purchases. They take care of so many details and complicated planning. One of the few things that the groom must do, and do without a hitch, is select and purchase the groomsmen gifts.

Top Trends for Wedding Flowers Portland OR

Today’s brides are following the old adages, “less is more” and “use your imagination”

Types of Wedding Planners – Planning Services Breakdown Portland OR

Thinking of hiring a professional wedding planner? Coordinators offer planning services at varying costs. Here's a breakdown of the types of professional wedding planning services.

Unique Wedding Decorations - 8 Alternative Decor Ideas Portland OR

When it comes to wedding decorations, flowers aren't your only option. Think outside the proverbial flower box with this list of eight blossom-free unique wedding décor ideas.

Valentine's Day Proposal Ideas Portland OR

It's no wonder why Valentine's Day is one of the most popular days of the year to propose. Plan your Valentines Day proposal with these unique and creative engagement proposal ideas for making the moment memorable and personal.

Wedding Dress Basics Portland OR

Your wedding dress may be the most important clothing purchase of your life, but chances are you have probably never gone through the process of finding and purchasing a wedding gown until now. This wedding dresses guide will get you started on your way to walking down the aisle in the dress of your dreams.

Wedding Dress Trends - Top Styles for the Modern Bride Portland OR

Weddings are all about personal style, and modern brides are choosing wedding gowns that reflect their unique personality - not necessarily their grandmother's. Browse the top wedding dress trends for the modern bride.

Wedding Dresses: Shopping Advice Portland OR

There has never been a more glorious range of choice in wedding dresses than you'll find available today. You're certain to find a dress that makes you feel and look fabulous! Here are some tips that will make shopping for your dress a pleasant experience.

Wedding Favors Portland OR

Wedding favors are a great way to thank your guests for sharing in your wedding celebration. Not sure where to begin? Browse this wedding favor guide for everything you'll need to know in selecting and presenting this wonderful little detail with the utmost of style.

Wedding Flowers Portland OR

Wedding flowers are often a prominent part of both the wedding ceremony and the reception. This article offers some advice for getting creative in your use of wedding flowers as decorations to add some style to your wedding.

Wedding Invitation Etiquette Portland OR

Wedding invitation etiquette is one of the most common wedding etiquette questions brides face while planning a wedding. This list of invitation etiquette dos and don'ts will help you get it right and avoid any etiquette blunders.

Wedding Invitations – Wording Samples and Etiquette Portland OR

Wedding invitations are the focal point of your wedding stationery, providing the first glimpse into the style and formality of the wedding. But ordering, wording, and addressing invitations can be confusing without a little guidance. Here are some tips to help you through it.

Wedding Photography Prices Guide Portland OR

How much does professional photography cost for your wedding? Learn how to set a realistic photography budget with this guide to wedding photography prices and rates.

Wedding Reception Music Portland OR

Plan your wedding reception music with these tips on selecting your DJ or band and selecting the right wedding songs for the different components of the reception.

Wedding Toasts Portland OR

There´s nothing like a great toast. And nothing worse than an absolutely torturous one. Here´s how to handle the speeches whether you´re the bride, groom, best man or really any wedding guest with something to say...

Writing Wedding Thank You Cards Portland OR

For every wedding present that lands on your doorstop, you need to send a handwritten note of thanks to the generous gift-giver. In this article, we'll provide some suggestions for keeping track of gifts and writing the notes.

Writing Your Own Wedding Vow Portland OR

The wedding vow is one of the things which makes the wedding more official. In fact, you have plenty of options when you are considering your wedding vow. One of the options is of course to use some traditional and standard wedding vow templates.

Writing Your Own Wedding Vows Portland OR

Personalize your ceremony by writing your own wedding vows. Follow these easy steps to pen and recite beautiful vows from the heart.
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