You've finally found the one! They are the yin to your yang, you complete each other, and you want to spend the rest of your life with them. But before you walk down the aisle, you have to pop the question, and if you are struggling to find the perfect engagement ring, don't worry! We have five quick tips to get you started on your search.
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Dear Ask The Bridesmaid,
I have been asked to be a bridesmaid for one of my best friends. We met in college, and I'm so excited for her to tie the knot! The thing is, I'm from Europe and live here too, and she's from the U.S. and will be having the wedding there. That's not the issue cause I've already got a plan to save my money to be there for the bachelorette party, wedding, makeup, hair, etc. The issue is that the other bridesmaids have decided to plan another bridal shower aside from the bachelorette party, made plans without my input or another bridesmaid's who live pretty far away too, and expects us to pay for this.
I won't have the time or the money to make it for this bridal shower. I've already bought a wedding gift for my friend to send over, but I just don't think I should pay for this shower that I had no idea about, didn't help with the planning, or will even be there. What should I do because I don't know what to tell them? Am I being reasonable in thinking this way?
Please help,
Tia Continue reading "#AskTheBridesmaid – Do I Have to Pay for an Event I'm Not Even Going to Attend?" »
Buying gifts for your groomsmen can be one of the hardest decisions you have to make as the groom. That's because, like with any gift-giving scenario, you want to select gifts that hold a special meaning for the people you are gifting.
If you're having trouble deciding what kinds of gifts you should get for your best bros, here's a list of awesome gifts that are sure to please any groomsman.
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Dear Ask the Bridesmaid,
I am in a very tough spot for an upcoming wedding I will be in. My brother is getting married, and his future wife has asked me to be a bridesmaid. I'm honored she asked me, but the problem is that she expects us to pay for our hair and makeup. Which I wouldn't care about, except for the fact that it's gonna cost me $250!
That's stupid expensive, especially since I just got married, bought a house, and I know that it shouldn't cost that much. Like for my wedding, it was only $50 for my bridesmaids to get their hair done, and if they wanted their makeup done too, it would cost an extra $35. So to help out, I paid $15 each for the cost, and they all agreed to get their makeup done on top of that. I basically made it an option because I know what it's like.
What should I tell her because I need to save money, but I also don't want to make her angry or my brother angry?
– Hannah
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A lot of couples, particularly the grooms, find the most nerve-wracking and stressful part of the wedding ceremony to be the vows, especially if they are writing their own.
The exchanging of vows is meant to be a profession of love and admiration for both the bride and the groom-to-be on their wedding day. Continue reading "#FromtheGroom – Tips on Writing Your Own Vows" »
When the excitement of the proposal has waned and a wedding date is chosen, the next big step is finding a venue. It can be stressful with so many options but sorting it all into pros and cons will make the decision a breeze. Continue reading "How to Choose the Perfect Wedding Venue" »
Wedding vows. They're kind of important. Everyone who gets married will say them in some form and it is up to you and your someone to decide if you are going to write your own or go with the traditional vows that most officiants use. Here are some of the pros and cons of writing your own vows that will help you decide which will be best for you. Continue reading "The Pros and Cons of Writing Your Own Wedding Vows" »
Not inviting kids to your wedding may sound like a taboo, but it's actually something that is perfectly acceptable these days. If you have made the decision to have an adults only wedding and reception, you may be struggling with how to tell your friends and family members to leave the little ones at home. Not everyone is going to be happy with your decision, but that's okay. It is your decision to make, so it should be respected. Continue reading "How to Tell Wedding Guests That Kids Aren't Invited" »
There is hardly a more magical time to get married than the winter, particularly in areas replete with snow and cool temps where the majesty of the season really thrives. Pairing a magical event during a magical time can make for a memorable event. Here is a little help to get you started. Continue reading "2017 Winter Wedding Tips & Trends" »
If you are tired of the same old wedding cake toppers and decorations, we have some great news! Fresh florals on cakes have been on the rise for the last couple of years, and this trend shows no signs of slowing down. A simple tiered wedding cake comes to life when you add flowers. One thing to keep in mind if you are planning to use fresh flowers on your cake: Are these flowers safe for your guests? Continue reading "Tips for Using Fresh Florals on Your Wedding Cake" »
