The fun of making seating arrangements stems from reuniting friends and family members who couples feel will enjoy one another’s company and make the reception that much more fun. But feuding family members can make the task of assigning seats somewhat stressful. Couples need not be relationship experts to plan seating arrangements that ensure guests […]
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A little color in the bride’s gown
Picture a wedding dress. What do you see? A gorgeous ivory beaded gown, right? While most wedding dresses are some shade of white, other colors are making their way into the picture. Brides interested in a little color in their wedding no longer have to settle for it in their chair covers, tablecloths and centerpieces. […]
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Getting married in Maine
How to get a marriage license Marriage licenses are issued at the town or city level. The couple must visit the town office in person to apply for the marriage license. You may want to check your town’s website for information. Look here: http://www.maine.gov/local/. If both of you are residents of the state of Maine, you […]
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How to find the right wedding vendors
Vendors, including florists, transportation companies, musicians, and dressmakers are essential to a successful wedding. Competent wedding vendors will remove much of the worry and work from a couple’s shoulders. But not every couple ends up with top-notch wedding vendors. Research, planning and verifying references are some ways to ensure your vendors make your wedding day […]
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Got a great wedding theme? Tips for carrying it throughout your big day
(BPT) — What does the concept of a wedding theme mean to you? Do you think it’s just about the colors you choose for your bouquet and bridesmaid gowns? Or do you think of it as something grander — your personalized stamp that should shine through every aspect of your big day? “Even the most […]
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For the guys: A groom’s shower
Bridal showers are as popular as ever. It’s a chance for brides to get together with family and friends and to learn more about their soon-to-be in-laws. Couples showers are just as popular, with bride and groom both in attendance. And then there are groom’s showers, specifically geared to the man of the hour. Many […]
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Dress for wedding-day comfort
Wedding attire is known more for style than comfort. Formal wear, high heels and the various trappings of wedding day wardrobes do not always equate to a day of comfort. While dressing up will never be the same as slipping into a well-worn pair of jeans, there are ways for brides, grooms and guests to […]
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Veils: The crowning touch
There are many theories as to the origins of bridal veils. Some say the practice started in ancient Rome to ward off evil spirits. Some say the practice grew out of the custom of arranged marriages. The bride was veiled until the vows were done to prevent the groom from backing out of the arrangement […]
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Making accommodations for blended families
Blended families are not uncommon these days. A bride and groom may have more than two sets of parents to accommodate in their wedding. If the parents do not know each other, as is the case with most in-laws, or are uncomfortable with each other, as is sometimes the case with adoptions and remarriages, accommodating […]
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Wedding day transportation optioins
Couples about to tie the knot must make a host of decisions when planning their weddings. When and where to get married may be the most significant decisions a couple has to make, but such selections are only the tip of the iceberg for engaged couples. One important decision couples must make is how to […]