As people plan their [tag]weddings[/tag], they sometimes fall into the trap of thinking that wedding vendors are in the business of making dreams come true, and that dreams are necessarily expensive. Both are untrue. Wedding vendors are in the business of making a profit and what they sell can generally be had at a lower price. You can negotiate with wedding vendors.
There’s no getting around it: [tag]weddings[/tag] are expensive. Just about everything you’ll need is going to be expensive. That said, brides, grooms, and their loved ones often get stuck with more than they bargained for when it comes to the price of the cake. Because you don’t purchase a lot of [tag]multi-tiered cakes[/tag] that serve hundreds of people, you may not know exactly what to look for. Here are some helpful hints.
First, it’s good to know how the baker arrives at his (or her) price. In general, he will charge a base rate for each serving, depending on how complicated your cake is, and multiply that by the number of servings you need. Servings can be priced anywhere from as low as $2 to as high as $10, but $4-$6 is fairly standard.It’s important to remember that the price per serving can go up as the cake gets bigger. This means that a cake designed to serve 400 people is likely to cost more than twice as much as the same basic cake designed to serve 200 people. It’s simply more difficult for the baker to stabilize, frost, and transport the cake. You probably shouldn’t trim your guest list to reduce the number of servings, but it’s still something you should know.
Let’s face it, if you’re having a traditional [tag]reception[/tag] then you and your new mate will have to choose a first dance song that suits you both. Here are some tips for selecting that special song in addition to some sample songs to get you off to a good start.
Every [tag]bride[/tag] takes time to find the PERFECT dress. We try on our dress numerous times leading up to the big day but then after the cash is spent, the champagne is done, the band has wrapped up and you and hubby have said “I do” and enjoyed your honeymoon…what are the plans for your [tag]wedding dress[/tag]?
No worries - we’ve compiled our top 5 ideas of what brides do with their wedding dress after the wedding.
First things first, no matter what your plans are, you have to have your dress cleaned first, so we didn’t included that in our top 5 list.
These days, it seems like every time you turn a corner you meet a young woman (maybe an older one) that wants to be a wedding planner. The fact is, it can be a great profession (or even serious hobby) for the right person. It can also be incredibly frustrating, time-consuming, and expensive. Becoming a wedding planner can make for a great future but only if its right for you.
Many people believe that becoming a [tag]wedding planner[/tag] is all about using skills they already have to help people plan their weddings. This is only partly true. It will also take a lot of planning, advance research, and hard work.
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According to a recent VISA survey, two-thirds of American couples over spend on their wedding day. Yikes! Here are a few wedding planning tips and hints that may keep you out of the poor house.
1. Edit your guest list. Usually, your first attempt at a list of invited guests is way too big. Take a closer look at the list and make cuts. Who can you exclude from the list without any unwanted drama? Who will definitely come and who is a maybe? Who will bring a gift, who won’t? Just joking 
2. Cupcake wedding cake. A fairly new fad is to have cupcakes as your wedding cake. This is usually less expensive than the traditional three or more tiered wedding cakes. Plus you can have more of an accurate count for how many cupcakes you would need to order. With a traditional [tag]wedding cake[/tag] it is more of a guessing game.
3. Choose your day wisely. Usually brides don’t like to get married on a weekday, but if you absolutely need to save a few bucks you should. Venues will usually charge you much less if you are scheduling a wedding on a weekday or on a Sunday.
4. Dry wedding. If you need to save some money, try having a dry wedding with no alcoholic beverages. You may not get to see your crazy uncle dance that night but you will save that money from the drinks.
So do you need a few ideas on what to look for when shopping for your [tag]bridesmaids gifts[/tag]? Here are a few gift ideas that are relatively inexpensive but will surely be appreciated.
Photo Keepsake Box
One of the best gifts that you can give your bridesmaids is the gift of memories. Try getting your girls an inexpensive [tag]photo keepsake[/tag] to hold all the pictures of your bridal shower, wedding day and maybe even your bachelorette party! Most of the nicer keepsake boxes have a window in the front in which to place the photo their choice. Under $20.
Tote Bag
Another great bridesmaid gift is a canvas tote bag. This will come in handy on the day of the wedding when preparing for the big event. You should be able to find cheap canvas tote bags with the word “Bridesmaid” inscribed on the side of the bag. Under $20.
Let’s face it, every bride wants to have a truly [tag]unique wedding[/tag]. We compiled 8 ways to spruce up your reception and add some memorable elements for you and your guests. Of course there are many more ways to add personalized elements to your decor but we’ve just listed our 8 favorites.
[tag]Wedding table centerpiece flowers[/tag] look wonderful at any time of the year, and they have the advantage of being extremely versatile in size and shape. However big or small you want your centerpieces to be, you can create a design that will suit your needs.
The first decision you need to make is whether you want to use real blooms or opt for silk ones instead. [tag]Silk wedding table flowers[/tag] have many advantages – you can get whatever flowers you want all year round. You don’t need to worry about aggravating allergy prone guests with pollen, and they won’t wilt during summer weddings.
They can also be bought and arranged much further ahead in time, which allows you more time to make a display you are really happy with. And you don’t need to worry about pollen dropping onto and staining your table linen.
Roses are a classic choice, and very appropriate for a wedding if you choose a mix of red and white. Not only will they be very eye catching as a centerpiece, but they also signify togetherness – a perfect message to convey at any wedding. Pink and white roses are another good choice, as they signify that you will love each other forever.
We’ve compiled a list of items that every bride should have while getting ready for the wedding. This is the [tag]wedding day emergency kit[/tag]. Of course there are a ton of other things that you should plan on having based on your needs. The intent of this list is to get you off to a good start