You want your bridal jewelry to make an impression, while not interfering with the “wow factor” of the wedding gown. For some brides, their bridal jewelry exists to be worn at their wedding. Then it goes into the jewelry box or safe to never be worn again. That is just not right!

You took a lot of time choosing the bridal jewelry. It should be a memento that you can wear over and over again. Every time you put it on, you will remember your special day that you became someone’s wife. The cake gets eaten and forgotten. The flowers eventually wilt and die. Your wedding dress gets preserved in the hopes that you can pass it down to your own little girl some day. But your bridal jewelry, that is something you can take out time after time to enjoy. Liken it to the pictures in a photo album. You can relive those moments, then put them away to treasure for another time.

Pearls are often a part of the bridal jewelry. They are classy, elegant and have a timeless quality. No matter what setting it is in – gold, silver or platinum – bridal jewelry pearls can accentuate your features and your wedding dress. Not all pearls are created equal. There are a number of color variations, so you may have to bring your wedding dress with you when selecting your bridal jewelry. A warm, creamy color is one variation of pearls. Another variety has a pinkish hue. (more…)

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Weddings are a time of cheer, joy, romance, hope… and oh yes, before we forget, hefty expenses. Just about everything that a bride to be sets her hearts on for her big day will come with a high price tag. If you’re on a limited budget, scrimping on your dress or the food might not seem very appealing. In a situation like this, it makes more sense to scout around for inexpensive wedding favors.

Fortunately, cheap wedding favors don’t have to mean unattractive gifts that don’t appeal. With a little imagination and some serious hunting, you can find favors that will make an impression without making a dent in your wallet.

Here are 10 great picks for cheap wedding favor ideas:

1. Pick out little mini baskets from thrift stores. Fill these with candy, and insert a little silk flower or mini trinket for a touch of glam. Wrap with a tulle bow. (more…)

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There are many types of wedding invitations to choose from and it can sometimes be difficult to find something that is unique. A unique invitation stands out while showing your guests what to expect at your ceremony. This information includes the location and how one should expect to dress based on the formality of the event. There are many different styles of wedding invitations out there, but if you want yours to be unique, you should use some creativity as well as the following tips. You can make small changes to popular patterns and styles. In addition, by simply following a few easy steps, you can be on your way to getting some unique wedding invitations.

First of all, think about the colors that you are using. Chances are that you have specific ideas about this important choice and you are most likely planning your wedding based around those colors. Even though many people may choose the same general color, the specific shades of colors, and the ways in which you use them, are likely to be unique to your wedding. Ideally, you want to be sure that you are able to choose a particular color in a special shade that really matches your own ideas about what you want your day to be like. In most cases, this is going to be something that is very simple for you to decide right from the beginning of the planning process, and it can help you make the most out of the colors that are available. Therefore, the first thing that is going to make your wedding invitations unique is the color scheme that you decide to use. (more…)

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