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Destination Wedding & Honeymoon travel: Advice from a Travel Agent

January 23, 2011 By dena Leave a Comment

Planning a destination wedding with lots of people involved can be daunting. Even planning a honeymoon for two can have its headaches. Travel agent Jennifer Doncsecz of travelbyvip.com is known for her travel savvy and insider perspective on under-the-radar destinations. Here, she shares her best advice on planning a get-away, via Martha Stewart Weddings. How is working with a travel agent beneficial when booking a destination wedding? When you book a block of hotel rooms directly or with … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Features, Groom's Page, Honeymoon, Money Matters, Wedding Planning Tagged With: advice, destination, Honeymoon, tips, travel, travel agent, wedding

iPod your Wedding Music

November 28, 2010 By dena Leave a Comment

It will require time, thought, and effort on your part, but it could save you a couple thousand dollars if you B.Y.O.M. (bring your own music, of course)! You save money on hiring a DJ or band, and you can control every song that's played at your wedding, from your walk down the isle to the dinner music to the last crazy dance. feature image credit "But like everything else, if you want to pull it off and not drive yourself nuts, there are rules," says The Broke Ass Bride. Here she … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Features, Groom's Page, Money Matters, The Big Day, Wedding Planning Tagged With: budget, DJ, iPod, money, music, party, playlist, save, sound system, speakers, wedding

Feel-Good Bridal Registry: Give to Charity

November 18, 2010 By dena Leave a Comment

Charitable wedding registries are a good way to share the love you feel by helping others less fortunate and making our world a better place. Instead of collecting more household items or fat checks, this idea appeals particularly to couples who have just about everything they need already. Plus, your guests will appreciate doing a good deed that benefits others and makes the bride and groom happy. Everyone wins! Here's another good idea, while you're at it: The guys at GroomGroove.com … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Features, Getting Engaged, Groom's Page, Money Matters, Wedding Planning Tagged With: bridal registry, bride, Changing the Present, charitable, charity, Charity Choice, donations, gift, gifts, groom, guests, Heifer Gift Registry, I Do Foundation, wedding, Wedding Channel

Grooms Go Wild!

September 12, 2010 By dena 1 Comment

Not all is black-and-white in Groomsville these days, and we've got some wild ones here! No, we're not talking about stag nights, we're talking about men's fashion, specifically on the wedding day. If you're a man of colorful style, take some advice from these handsome grooms: it's your day and you can wear whatever you choose (as long as the bride approves, of course)! feature photo: offbeat bride Real men wear pink: jose villa, ep love via green wedding shoes They also like … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beauty & Fashion, Features, Groom's Page, The Big Day Tagged With: clothes, day, fashion, groom, hats, outfit, style, wedding, wild

Fun Photo Booth Props for your Wedding!

September 7, 2010 By dena 1 Comment

Photo booths are all the rage, and if you're not quite sure what they're about you can read about it here. We all know that you can have tons of fun with a few simple props like pretty scarves and wacky sunglasses, but the more creative you can be, the better. And, in some case, the bigger the better! feature photo credit: Mark Lenoce Photography So how cute would it be if you had this awesome Phone Booth prop for your guests to pose with... in... in front of... etc...? I don't know how … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Features, Groom's Page, The Big Day, Wedding Planning Tagged With: bride, car, DIY, foam board, groom, moon, phone booth, photo booth, pictures, props, truck, wedding

The Art of Folding a Pocket Square

July 20, 2010 By dena Leave a Comment

Can't say I have much personal experience with pocket squares, but I do think they give a guy quite a spiffy air! As an alternative to a boutonniere for the groom or other gentlemen in the wedding party, a neatly folded pocket square is a nice choice, particularly at a daytime event. It's fun to coordinate the color with the guys' ties and suits, or the girls dresses and flowers. There are lots of folding options, but here's a chic, modern look from Martha Stewart Weddings: Pocket … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beauty & Fashion, Features, Groom's Page, The Big Day Tagged With: fashion, groom, how to, pocket square, style, wedding folding

Do Vendors Charge More for Weddings than Other Events?

July 18, 2010 By dena Leave a Comment

You may have heard that vendors automatically hike up prices when they hear the word "Wedding." So is it really true that you pay twice the amount for a wedding cake than you would for a birthday cake that's exactly the same in every way? Choice, the leading consumer advocacy group in Australia, investigated whether higher quotes do indeed go hand in hand with the W-word. (But such things go on everywhere, including the US and UK...) The Experiment: Businesses were selected in Melbourne and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Features, Groom's Page, Money Matters, Wedding Planning Tagged With: advice, consumers, finances, Local Vendors, payment, planning Choice, wedding, wedding industry

Groom’s Speech: Tips for your Toast

July 15, 2010 By dena Leave a Comment

Most guys don't do much public speaking. In fact, most people dread public speaking. You may have heard the quip about how people fear public speaking more than they fear death... meaning that at a funeral, most people would choose to be the one in the coffin rather than the one giving the eulogy. But this is your wedding, not your funeral, and you may not be able to escape from giving a toast. Here are some tips from Groom's Groove to help you make it off the podium alive... and keep your bride … [Read more...]

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Grooms, Have More Fun!

March 15, 2010 By dena Leave a Comment

Of course, we all know it's all about the bride. But ya gotta feel sorry for the poor groom who also likes dressing to make a statement. Well, pity no more! On the day that you want to remember forever, Franklin + Gower is ready to dress the groom in clothes that bring color, humor, and life to every occasion. Franklin + Gower is based in my hometown of L.A. (the label takes its name from the notable intersection with a prime view of the Hollywood sign) but you can call for an appointment, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Beauty & Fashion, Features, Groom's Page Tagged With: clothes, customize, fashion, Franklin + Gower, groom, groomsmen, guys, Los Angeles, pants, shorts, style, wedding, wedding party

Brides (and Grooms) who Don’t Love the Spotlight

January 27, 2010 By dena Leave a Comment

Did you know half of the population considers themselves shy, and that 13 percent of the population has an extreme form of social anxiety called social phobia? For this reason, says IntimateWeddings, it’s safe to say that there are many brides and grooms who are terrified of getting married. It's not that they fear marrying the wrong person... the are just not happy about the thought of being center of attention! Some brides (and grooms) are shy of having all eyes upon them. Others are afraid … [Read more...]