Besides telling how you met your spouse or where you had your first date, there’s always the question, “How did he propose?” Like snowflakes, no two engagement stories are exactly alike, though it’s likely most bring a tear to your eye when you hear them. If you are about to get down on one knee […]

The weeks leading up to a wedding typically involve high levels of stress for a nervous bride. That’s when the acronymic “KISS” principle – Keep It Sweet and Simple – becomes particularly pertinent. From bridal luncheons to post-nuptial brunches, sweet and simple menu ideas not only reduce stress levels but can also create a party […]

He popped the question and you said “yes!” As soon as you can, you write a note about the happy occasion, and then download and print out photos of the two of you to share with family and friends. Perhaps you’ve already started a scrapbook about your courtship, which you’ll share with your children and […]

By Jeff OstroffBridalTips.comTips to help you choose the perfect limousine for your wedding. All about premium limos, and what to look for. All the caveats to avoid, questions to ask, scams to watch out for, and what you should have included in your contract.Many people use a limousine service for their wedding. If you have […]

Former Lewiston resident weds at Mystic Congregational Church in Connecticut’s famous seaport town By Linda Galway • Special Sections EditorPachabel’s “Canon in D” flowed from the string orchestra as Troy Baillargeon stood at the front of the church, barely breathing; the bridesmaids walked slowly toward him. His chin began to quiver, tears threatening to spill […]

Champagne is the most romantic of wines, and it’s a time-honored tradition to toast the new bride and groom with a shimmering glass of champagne or sparkling wine.Wedding planners offer the following tips for selecting and serving just the right bubbly for your special day:• Figure on one bottle of sparkling wine for every six […]

More and more, wedding guest lists include friends and family from nearly every corner of the country. Whether it’s childhood chums, college cohorts or an aunt from Albuquerque, getting everyone you love to come together on your wedding day means someone (or several someones) will have to travel.When Amy Romano, a spokesperson for Scottsdale, Arizona-based […]

For many couples, planning a honeymoon is just as important as planning the wedding itself. Regardless of where you plan to go, there are some things you should do and some ideas you need to know to make it a memorable experience.First, you must decide on a budget. If money is not an issue for […]

Themed weddings are all the rage today and brides are dressing the part. According to Helena Krodel, spokesperson for the Jewelry Information Center, a nonprofit trade association in New York, “Fine jewelry enhances all the special details of a theme wedding, like icing on a wedding cake.” When worn during the wedding, fine jewelry holds […]

A bride in New York walked down the aisle in a breathtaking Vera Wang designer gown. A few years later, another bride wore the same dress, and it was just as breath-taking with one difference- a savings of $1,000 over the original price. The latter bride had made consignment shops part other stops for the […]