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trends 2011

Are you a style-conscious celebrity watcher, eager to catch

the newest trend in wedding gowns? Do you scour bridal

mags looking for the best fashion forward ideas? Fashioni-

stas everywhere know that stylish wedding invitation ideas

are just as important as the wedding favors or the floral

arrangements. Look for these top trends in the best wedding

invitations for 2011:

Mix-n-Match - Coordinating bridesmaids' dresses are

becoming the go-to fashion for the new year. Reflect this in

your invites by using mix-n-match stationery. For instance,

use a solid-colored invitation with a fun striped or patterned

reply card. Another option is to mix and match colors in

opposite colors of the spectrum or by using coordinating

shades.

Splash 'em with color - Lately stylish brides have

been spicing up the traditional white wedding gown with

f lashes of color. If you're choosing this bridal runway-

inspired style, let your stationery follow suit. Try a white or

ivory invitation trimmed with a color that matches the colors

in your bridal gown.

Be green - Whether you're an honest-to-goodness tree

hugger or a woman who just wants to make a difference

in the environment, some of the best

wedding invi-

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The Anatomy of a Wedding Invitation Wedding Invitations can include a number of enclosures,

depending on the nature of your wedding and your sta-

tionery budget. (obviously more enclosures means higher

costs)

* Outer envelope: Holds all enclosures, formally addressed

to the recipient.

* Inner envelope: Holds all contents of the formal, third-

person invitation for protection during shipping.

* Reception card: Specifies where and when the reception

will be held - usually included only if the ceremony and

reception take place at different locations.

* Response card: On which your guests indicate acceptance

or regrets. In self-addressed stamped envelope. Make sure to

include an RSVP deadline.

* Map/Directional: Optional insertion to help guests navi-

gate and arrange for accommodations

Cost ... Budget Considerations Before you go shopping, become familiar with the invita-

tion printing process and lingo; this will help you determine

your needs in advance and avoid unnecessary costs. Price

is determined per invitation, so if your guest list is huge - be

prepared to designate a significant portion of your budget

to wedding invitations. Costs can range anywhere from

$1-$50 each. Bulky papers, colored inks and unique graph-

ics all increase the cost. Custom designs can also be pricey.

Printing options also affect the cost.

Invitation Printing Options:

* Engraving - most formal and most expensive - results in

raised print that is pressed through the back

* Thermography - less expensive than engraving - results in

raised print that does not press through the back * Lithog-

raphy - less expensive than either engraving or theromog-

raphy - results in print that is neither raised nor pressed

through

* Laser printing - the least expensive option. - produced on

a laser printer and results in print similar to that of lithog-

Wedding Invitations

tations for 2011 are eco-friendly. From paper made with up to

100% recycled products to invites embedded with seeds that

can be planted in your guests' gardens, it's possible to find

invites that are easy on the eyes--and easy on the earth.

Go neutral - One of the hottest new trends in wedding

stationery is using metallic’s as neutral colors. Earthy bronz-

es, elegant platinum’s, and opulent gold’s are guaranteed

to add shimmer and shine to fashion-forward invites. Wow

your guests with shimmery, silvery paper or classic golden

borders.

Custom wedding stationery - Some of the best wed-

ding invitations for 2010 are customized invites that let your

personality shine through. By working with a wedding sta-

tionery specialist, you can customize invites, from selecting

your own font and ink colors to one-of-a-kind images.

Frugal is fashionable - DIY kits are a top wedding

invitation idea trend, allowing brides to print invites or other

matching cards, such as thank you’s, on high-quality paper

using a home computer. You'll save a few bucks on printing

and, as a bonus, will have complete control over how the

invites look.

Remember, don't let your quest for style get in the way of

your wedding day. Ultimately, the best wedding invitations

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raphy.

When factoring total costs, don't forget to consider post-

age as part of your budget, including stamps for the response

card envelopes. Looking for ways to save? Keep your design

simple, sticking to one color. Use lighter weight papers and

include less inserts. Use response postcards instead of cards

with envelopes. More tips on finding cheap wedding invita-

tions can be found at this guide to budget-friendly stationery.

Tips, Rules ... Etiquette* When to send them - send wedding invitations 6-8 weeks

before the big day. (if you think your guests will need more

advanced notice, send save-the-date cards as well) Try to

order invitations 3-4 months in advance to ensure they go

out on time.

* How many to order - Order about 25% more than the num-

ber of guests you're inviting - you're bound to make mistakes

or make last minute additions.

* Consider hiring a calligrapher for an added touch of

elegance. (this is the first impression of your wedding!)

Make sure to factor in the additional timing to ensure your

invitations go out on time. Many rules apply to wording and

addressing invitations. Here are some of the basics to ensure

yours are "faux pas-free":

Invitation Wording Etiquette* Dates and times should be spelled out (half after four

o'clock in the evening, not 4:30pm, and the twenty-second of

April, not April 22)

* Mr. and Mrs. are abbreviated and Jr. may be, but the title

Doctor should be spelled out

* No punctuation is used, except after abbreviations and

between the city and state.

* An invitation to just the wedding ceremony does not

include an R.S.V.P

* "Hosting" the wedding can mean anything from a set of

parents helping to plan the event, inviting the guests, or cov-

ering the costs:

If there is one set of hosts, list their names at the beginning.

If both sets are hosting, list on separate lines with bride's

parents first.

If one set is hosting but you want to include the other set as

well, note their names under their son/daughter's name.

If you are hosting your own wedding, begin with the request

line and state parent's relationship under your name.

If you and both sets of parents are hosting, list your names

trends 2011 • invitations

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first followed by "together with their parents" before the

request line.

Addressing Etiquette* No abbreviations, except for Mr., Mrs., Ms., and Jr. States

must also be spelled out.

* If one of your single guests is bringing a date that you know

personally, send that person a separate invitation instead of

including "... Guest" on the inner envelope.

* If you are unable to obtain the name of a single friend's

guest - indicate on the inner envelope that they may bring

a guest - NOT on the outer envelope. (this looks awkward)

* Unmarried couples who live together should receive one

invitation, where their names are listed in alphabetical order

and on their own lines.

* Invited guests who are living together as roommates, not

couples, should each receive their own invitation.

* List the names of children under the age of 18 who still live

at home on the inner envelope instead of "... Family" which

can be very ambiguous and easily misinterpreted. Children

over the age of 18 should receive their own invitation, regard-

less of their living situation.

* The traditional, married couple recipient should follow this

format: Mr. ... Mrs. Ryan Parker 2211 First Street, Apart-

ment 3 San Diego, California 92109

Wedding Invitation Word-ing Samples Gone are the days when wed-

ding etiquette mandated that

the bride's parents, and the

bride's parent's only, host-

ed the wedding. Today

anyone can foot the

bill, and with modern

familial arrange-

ments often any-

thing but nuclear,

there is no

straightforward rule for

wording invitations. We've

sorted through the confusion

to bring you wording sam-

ples for the most common

arrangements.

Simple, Traditional Format [proper names of those

hosting] (official hosts line)

request the honour of your

presence (request line) at the

marriage of their [relation-

ship of the bride to the host] [bride's first and middle names]

to [groom's full name], the [day of the week] of [day and

month of wedding] at [hour] o'clock in the [time of day] at

[name of wedding venue] in [city, state] Reception to follow

Divorced Parents[proper name of host] requests the honour of your presence

at the marriage of [his/her] [relationship of the bride to the

host]

Or, if parent is remarried and hosting with new spouse:

[proper names of those hosting]

request the honour of your pres-

ence at the marriage of [his/her]

[relationship of the bride to the host]

Or, if divorced parents are mutually hosting:

[proper name of mother] and [proper

name of father] request the honour of your

presence at the marriage of their [relation-

ship of the bride to the host]

When the Bride's One Living Parent is Hosting

The invitation is issued only in the name of the liv-

ing parent:

Mr. [Mrs.] Jonathan Stephen Smith and Timothy

Wright requests the honour of your presence at the

marriage of his [her] daughter Elizabeth Ann

When the Bride and Groom HostThe honour of your presence is requested it the marriage of

Miss Ashley Johnson to Mr. Paul Wilkins

OR

Miss Ashley Johnson and Mr. Paul Wilkins request the hon-

our of your presence at their marriage

Alternative "Request Line" Options

* "pleasure of your company"

* "honor of your presence" (used instead of the formal "hon-

our" when ceremony does not take place in a house of wor-

ship)

* "share and celebrate in their joy" - another creative idea

that reflects the theme and tone of your wedding

invitations • trends 2011

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There is one thing which is instantly noticeable when pre-

viewing the Spring 2011 wedding gown collections, which is

a shift in the prevalent silhouettes and necklines. Strapless,

if it ever went anywhere, is back with a vengeance. There are

are just a few stragglers of the one shoulder neckline which

has been so hot for the last two bridal seasons. While a few

gowns with straps of various kinds (particularly illusion

straps) were in evidence, for the most part, strapless once

again reigns supreme.

Something else which is a strong trend for 2011 wedding

dresses is that the silhouettes of the gowns have gotten slim-

mer. There were a number of soft sheath dresses on the run-

ways, and far fewer ballgowns than in seasons past. Even

at classic designers like Christos, the sheath and the A-line

trends 2011

Wedding Gowngown were far more common than a full

ballgown. The other top silhouette is the

trumpet, which remains popular. Another

carry over from 2010 is the emphasis on the

natural waistline. This trend away from

a dropped waist started with the 1950s

inspired bridal gowns, and is very strong

for 2011. The natural waist is emphasized

by sashes, bows, and origami folds in soft

materials like organza.

If you have been pondering a non-white

wedding gown, you will find some options

in the Spring 2011 collections. Vera Wang

did several gowns in a pale dove gray in

t r a n s l u -

cent mate-

rials such

as organza

and gray

tulle. Fashion forward as

ever, the Vera Wang collec-

tion featured a lot of folding

and avant-garde draping,

particularly on the skirts.

Frothy, drapey, and very

unique, these softly colored

bridal gowns may be just

what the chic bride ordered.

Femininity is a major

influence on the 2011 collec-

tions. Romantic fabrics like

lace, organza, and tulle are

much more widely used than

shiny materials like silk satin

(except at the always glam-

orous Platinum by Priscilla

of Boston, although even

their designs were less heavily embellished than in some sea-

sons). Any bride who is looking for a wedding gown which

is romantic and feminine will definitely find it. This is not to

say that the designs are saccharine; in fact there is still quite

a bit of action at the bottoms of the gowns, with asymmetri-

cal gathering, pleating, pulling, and ruching abounding.

There are definitely some fresh new looks in the Spring

2011 wedding gown collections, as well as styles which

build upon previous designs. The key words are feminine,

fashion-forward, and soft for the upcoming year. Slimmer

silhouettes and less shimmer trends away from the "princess

bride" look in favor of something more sophisticated. There

will certainly be many wonderful wedding dresses from

which a 2011 bride can choose.

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trends 2011

Bridesmaid Dresses For the past few years, bridesmaid dress trends have been

influenced heavily by the economic downturn and its after-

math. Though the economy is looking sunnier, a lot of the

trends from previous seasons have held over and evolved

into what bridesmaids will be wearing this spring!

The biggest trend in bridesmaid dresses has been knee-

length dresses. Though many brides are still putting their

bridesmaids in tea and floor length gowns, shorter lengths

have become increasingly popular in recent years. Knee-

length, cocktail-style dresses are much more likely to be

worn again, so brides who want their bridal party to be able

to reuse their dresses more easily have been moving toward

shorter dresses. You can never guarantee wear ability for

everyone, but by keeping reuse potential in the back of your

mind, you'll be doing your bridesmaids a big favor.

The strapless dress also still holds its own, for bridal

gowns and for bridesmaid dresses. Many, if not most, of the

dresses for spring 2011 are strapless, an elegant style that

emphasizes the neck and shoulders in a classically feminine

way. A strapless bridesmaid dress that has been properly fit-

ted to its wearer is one of the most flattering styles around.

Just be sure to invest in a quality strapless bra!

One-shouldered dresses are also rapidly growing in popu-

larity. The unique, asymmetrical shape of a one-shouldered

bridesmaid dress suits brides who want a bridal party

with a fashion-for-

ward edge. The sin-

gle shoulder strap

can be delicate, for

a feminine look, or

bolder, for a more

sassy and urban

appearance.

Feminine touch-

es like lace, f loral,

bead, and sequin

embellishment are

back in a big way,

as are soft chiffons.

Many bridesmaid

dresses for Spring

2011 are some-

what more body

conscious than in recent years, using sashes,

bows, and ruching in order to emphasize the

natural waist for a classic and feminine look.

Popular colors for spring 2011 are brights like

apple green, fuchsia, coral, amethyst, emerald,

orange, and yellow. New classics like grey, navy,

and chocolate brown will make a return appear-

ance as well.

Finally, the

trend away from a complete-

ly matching bridal party

to a more relaxed, color-

coordinated but not identi-

cal group of bridesmaids is

still going strong. More and

more brides are letting their

bridesmaids each choose a

personally f lattering and

appealing dress in a selected

color

pa l -

ette. By select-

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on their own, bridesmaids will be sure to always have a

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Regardless of the style, color, and cut of your bridesmaids

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trends 2011

Wedding Rings Almost every culture exchanges a wedding ring as a sym-

bol of their love and commitment at a wedding ceremony.

But over the generations, taste and style has somewhat

altered and changed. Wedding rings have become more var-

ied than ever before due to a bigger variation in designs and

metals. Here are a few rings set to be favorites in 2011 and

beyond.

In 2011, we are set to continue past trends, as one of the big-

gest favorites will be the diamond wedding ring. The most

popular metal to go with the diamond is likely to be the ever

popular platinum, which outshines other white metals, as

well as outlasts. Diamond clusters small and large will be

upon most grooms and brides lists, as they look great on

both men's and women's wedding rings. For men's platinum

diamond rings, favorite patterns are likely to include geo-

metrical, straight lines and triangular shapes with a

less interior rounded edge (a soft or flat court band).

2011's Platinum trend will see women adorn-

ing their hand with thin wedding band with

clusters of diamonds. Particular favorites, as

we have already seen in the past few years,

will be rings covered in a straight band of

small diamonds, rings encrusted with

one large diamond surrounded by smaller

diamonds and platinum diamond rings

with one single cushion or oval shaped

diamond.

Another striking trend will be patterned

wedding rings, a familiar favorite in the last

few years. Patterned rings are probably a favorite

due to their versatility and variety. From the bold

and strong looking engraved lines to complicated Celtic

patterns, the patterned wedding ring is ideal for those who

want to add a little interest to their wedding rings without

adding a precious gemstone, such

as a diamond.

A further trend is the

combination of two different colored metals, such as

gold and white-gold in order to add an attrac-

tive finish and modern style to the ring. It

has been already used in simple patterned

wedding rings as a distinguishable pat-

terned line, which gives any man's

or woman's ring a stylish touch. A

weaving wedding ring has also

become a popular look due to its

simplistic and interesting style.

Weaving wedding rings often use

a strong metal, such as gold, white-

gold, palladium and platinum weaved

in between a thin but strong strip of contrasting colored

metal.

Plain wedding rings are still likely to be the utmost favor-

ite in 2011, due to their shinning beau-

ty. A plain wedding ring brings more

focus upon the metal, rather than a pat-

tern or a stone, allowing you and other

to appreciate the beauty of the metal.

Moreover, plain wedding rings can be

altered to your unique style as a couple,

enabling you to exchange rings that are

somewhat more personally designed.

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Some might say that one's wedding day is the most impor-

tant day of their lives. It is a union that is only surpassed by

the birth of one's children. The key to a happy and well orga-

nized wedding is preparation and organization. That is the

goal of this step by step wedding planning guide. Some may

think that all the hype about wedding planning is just over-

play; however that is not the case. Planning your wedding

can be one of the most complicated things to do; especially

if you don't prepare yourself for the long list of things that

need to be done. This quick little wedding checklist should

help you get all aspects of your wedding moving in the right

direction.

The Breakdown Let's break down planning your wedding into 3 sections.

First we will talk about the budget, location, guest list and

theme for the wedding. Once we have a direction on the

where; we will move to the when. Those are the first and fore-

most things that need to be considered and decided before

any further steps are taken.

Then we will move over to all the booking and reserva-

tions that are involved with wedding planning. This would

include aspects like catering, the band and the photographer.

The last thing that we will cover in this wedding checklist

will be the maid of honor and the bridesmaids; the best man

and the groomsmen; the ushers, the ring bearer and the

flower girls.

Section One

The first thing to consider when you begin planning your

wedding is the budget. This is usually a touchy subject; as it

is traditionally the parents of the bride who will foot the bill.

However; now that we have entered the 21st century; just

like many other common traditions; the parents are no lon-

ger expected to carry all of the financial weight. The funds

can come from anywhere; but the most important thing is

getting a realistic estimate of what you will have to spend.

Once you know how much you can spend; you know how

much you can afford.

2011 step-by-step

Wedding P lanning Guide The next thing on the wedding checklist in this step by

step wedding planning guide is the guest list. Many think

that this is the hardest part of wedding planning because it

has to be based around the budget. Deciding how many are

going to be on your guest list does take precedence, to most

people, over the location and theme. This is because of how

special this day is. It all revolves around how many close

friends and family members you want to share your special

day with. Some may want to decide the location, theme and

guest list all at once; as these will be the major contributors to

the overall expense. Either way; the guest list is a crucial fac-

tor when considering the realistic budget you have to divvy

up for the other aspects of your wedding.

Now the wedding checklist comes to the location and

theme. The further ahead that you book the place in which

you want to have the wedding ceremony; the cheaper it will

be. Some people are very traditional and want to be married

in a church; but for those who want to choose another special

place; there are many alternate locations to consider when

planning your wedding. Here are some ideas for planning

your wedding location:

* The Park

* The Beach

* A Place of Historical Significance

* A Place of Personal Significance

* At A Family or Friends Home

* Overseas

Once you have decided on the location; the theme is next

on the wedding checklist. The theme and location sometimes

go hand in hand. For example; if you choose to have a beach

wedding; then the theme will most likely be based around

a luau of some sort. After choosing a theme to match your

budget, location and guest list; you can move onto the more

intricate pieces of planning your wedding; like the actual res-

ervations and bookings. (See section two of this step by step

wedding planning guide)

The final aspect covered in this wedding planning sec-

tion is all about the when. Ask yourself: When do I want to

have my wedding? There are 12 months every year. Some

are warm; some are cool; some are hot; some are cold. You

may want to choose a special time of year that is significant

to you both when planning your wedding date. This could be

a reminder of when you met, based around a special holiday

that you shared, or just simply your favorite time of the year.

People come in all different likes and dislikes; meaning the

groom may want to have the wedding in the dead of winter;

while the bride may want the flowers to be blooming while

she walks down the aisle. Coming to a compromise on the

time of year to have the wedding is only one of the many com-

promises that will need to be made throughout the wedding

planning stages.

Section Two

This part of the wedding checklist covers the reservations

and booking of all the fine details of a wedding; this includes

everything from the caterer to the band; from the wedding

location to the photographer.

When planning your wedding; if one thing is not reserved

or booked correctly it could throw the whole wedding off

course. Double checking and then triple checking again can

never hurt. The last thing anyone would want is to show up

at their wedding location and there be nothing there set up.

For the most part; booking and scheduling your wedding

activities months prior to the actual wedding will save lots of

money. Last minute weddings always tend to cost more than

ones that are scheduled way ahead of time.

This next section basically consists of the more intricate

and detailed tasks that are outlined in this step by step wed-

ding planning guide. This is instrumental to the overall flow

of the wedding in general. You will need to choose a caterer

for the reception meal. The catering company needs to be

reliable, professional at what they do and most importantly

offer quality of service and great food. Caterers can provide

testing samples during your decision stages to assure that

the proposed menu will meet the tastes of the bride and

groom. Coordinating the music is usually a pretty easy

aspect of planning your wedding. All that is really needed is

a musician, band or DJ that can be versatile enough to meet

the music likings of the bride and groom. It is important to

seek out a semi professional band; as one of the worst things

would be if they never even showed up.

You would also want to look for someone who has experi-

ence with weddings; as they will need to entertain the guests

and keep the mood and events of the reception flowing; lead-

ing your guests through a series of predesigned reception

events.

So at this point of the wedding checklist; one must first

look at the type of music that the married to be couple enjoys

together. This same logic applies to choosing your photog-

rapher; as this is an important decision because the pictures

taken will be wedding keepsakes forever.

Section Three This is the final section in this wedding checklist and it

covers the wedding party. This part of wedding planning

may just be the toughest. Choosing the actual wedding

party is very important; not only to the bride and groom; but

to the ones who are chosen.

It is a great honor for most to be chosen as a best man or

maid of honor; that's a given; but it is also an honor to just be

chosen to participate as a bridesmaid, groomsmen, flower

girl and/or ring bearer. This is usually what makes up the

wedding party; though additional roles and positions can

be added or removed depending on the bride and grooms

wishes.

In Review Though there are other aspects of planning your wedding

that should be on your wedding checklist; this Step By Step

Wedding Planning Guide should get you well on your way

to making the appropriate arrangements and decisions. The

key thing to remember when planning your wedding is the

budget. Once you know how much you have to spend; every-

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Wedding favors with the bride and groom's name on are

very popular at the moment. If you are looking to remind

your guests of your special day for years to come, then why

not include your names and the date of your wedding on the

favor boxes. It is not just boxes that can be personalized,

wine bottle labels, stickers, gift tags are just a few of the

items that can be printed on. Get creative and present your

guests with something truly memorable.

Practical wedding favors are a must around your wed-

ding table this year. The Love Birds salt & pepper shaker is

a popular favor this year. It's not only practical but is a true

symbol of the meaning of your big day. Heart bottle stoppers

have been very popular along these lines, but all bottle stop-

pers can follow the theme.

If you are keen on the idea of giving something practi-

cal to your guests, table name holders which double up as

photo frames are also popular. On the market today there

are numerous frames which make great place card holders.

A good idea to include with favors of this type is to include a

photo of yourselves for your guests to keep as a momentum

of your day. Once more, favors of this type have been very

popular over the last year.

Another popular trend this year is the Wedding CD favor.

Couples are choosing to create a CD with their favorite

songs included to give out to their guests as a gift. This gives

trends 2011

their guests an excellent takeaway from the day and can

include songs from the evening celebration including your

first dance to make it truly special. This is a relatively cheap

and truly personalized.

Environmentally friendly wedding favors are also a

popular emerging trend. Beautiful handmade

paper favors that have been scat-

tered with wild-

flower seeds can be

purchased for your

guests to plant. These

look beautiful on your

wedding tables and

might even product some

beautiful f lowers. Pot

plants, beeswax candles

are also ever popular as wed-

ding favors this year.

Picking any one of these

favors for your wedding day

will ensure that your guests go

home with a happy mem-

ory of your wedding day

which will last for years to

come.

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trends 2011

Wedding Cakes Much more than a sweet finale to the reception meal,

wedding cakes are a major style statement. And trends in

wedding cakes, like all other wedding details, evolve with

the times. The wedding cake presents a perfect opportunity

for creative brides to play with shape, color and embellish-

ments. For those of you who need a little inspiration, consult

this list of top trends for wedding cakes in 2011.

Back to Buttercream Buttercream was once the traditional frosting for wed-

ding cakes, but sleek cakes came into favor, and rolled fon-

dant became the frosting of choice. Not any more - thanks

to advanced tools and techniques that allow buttercream

to look as smooth as fondant, cakes iced in buttercream

are again the norm. We love this trend, since butter-

cream frosting tastes better, has natural ingredi-

ents, and costs less than fondant. Now you can

literally have your stylishly sleek cake – and

eat it too.

Chocolate Face Brides have bucked the tradi-

tional white wedding cake for

the last few years, but today s

brides are no

longer hid-

i ng d e c a -

dent chocolate

behind a

shield of white frosting for appearances sake. Dark choco-

late is now front and center on the face of the cake, as choc-

olate or mocha cakes are appropriately decked in chocolate

mousse or whipped chocolate frosting. The result is a full

blown chocolate dessert that tastes as good as it looks.

Blue Rules Shades of blue dominate the 2011 wedding décor palette,

and your wedding cake is a perfect canvas to incorporate

this hot shade. Consider a cake saturated in turquoise,

periwinkle, or even navy, and embellish it with compli-

menting colors like silver, white, grey, lavender, or yellow.

Square Mini Cakes Cupcake towers in lieu of wedding cakes have been

around for awhile, but brides are making cupcakes inter-

esting again by playing with shape and size. Brides are

stacking square shaped mini-cakes (slightly larger than

cupcakes) adorned with f lowers

or dressed as presents for a

completely dif- ferent take

on the cupcake frenzy.

Think Pink Pink – the perpetual

hot color

for wed-

d i n g s

– had begun to fall out of favor as brides experimented

with more non-traditional hues like browns, grays, orange,

and even black. But pink is back in a big way, and brides

are incorporating the hue into their wedding cakes. Pink

instantly freshens-up classic white: Tone down an all pink

cake with white floral or lace details, or dress up a white cake

with pink embellishments.

Scripted Text Wedding cakes adorned with calligraphy-style motifs

and writing is one of the year s hottest trends. Create an

antiqued look with black writing on a white or ivory cake,

and get creative with the text. Some options? Write a favorite

poem or verse, your wedding vows, or words representative

of your wedding theme - such as names of flowers for a gar-

den wedding or types of shells at a beach wedding.

Groom s Cakes The old Southern tradition of the groom s cake is shedding

its regional trappings and growing in popularity throughout

the nation. And no, it doesn’t t have to be the iconic red velvet

armadillo from "Steel Magnolias." Today s grooms cakes,

now just as elaborate as the wedding cake itself, often reflect

the groom s interest in a dramatic and whimsical expres-

sion; a deer grooms cake for an avid hunter, shaped like a

race car for an diehard Nascar fan, or decked with his favor-

ite sports team logo.

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2011 check list

Wedding BudgetBuying GuideBride & FamilyEngagement PartyBridal ConsultantInvitations, announcements, thank you note & other stationaryBride’s attireGroom’s RingCeremony expenses (fee for church or temple & accessories)Ceremony programs & guest bookFlowers for ceremony & receptionReception expenses (site fee, rentals, catering, food, beverages, gratuity & decoration)Photography & videographyTransportationGifts for attendantsLodging for attendantsBridesmaids’ luncheon

Groom & FamilyBride’s engagement & wedding ringsMarriage licenseOfficiant’s feeGroom’s attireAttire accessories for groomsmenGifts for groomsmenLodging for groomsmenFlowers for groom, groomsmen, mothers & grandmothersBride’s bouquetRehearsal dinnerHoneymoon

Bridesmaid & GroomsmenWedding attireTravel expensesBachelor/Bachelorette PartyBridal shower

Reception - 50%Ceremony location feesOfficiate’s feeReception site feeFood CakeBeveragesRentalsTransportationParkingTax & Tips

Photographer - 20%Photographer’s feeEngagement portraitWedding albumsAdditional printsVideographyAudio recordingCandid photos

Music - 20%CeremonyCocktail hourReception

Stationary - 10%Save-the-Date cardsInvitations & envelopesAnnouncementsProgramsPlace CardsThank you notesChange of address cardsPostageCalligraphy

AttireBride’s DressHeadpiece & veilBride’s shoesLingerieJewelry & accessoriesHair & make upGroom’s TuxGroom’s shoesGroom’s accessoriesRings

FlowersCeremony decorationsBride’s bouquetBridesmaids’ flowersFlower girl accessoriesCorsagesBoutonnieresCenterpieces

ExtrasBridesmaids’s giftsBridesmaid luncheonGroomsmen’s giftsChild attendants’ giftsParents’ giftsGifts to each otherGuest room bagsFavorsGuest bookRing pillowMarriage licenseBridal consultant

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Choosing the flowers is the fun bit of planning your wed-

ding.

There are so many things to decide about when choosing

your wedding flowers, including:

* Choosing Your Bridal Bouquet

* Gent\'s Boutonnieres (buttonholes)

* Deciding on Your Flower Colors

* Flowers for the Ceremony

* Reception Wedding Flowers

* Centerpieces

* Artificial and Silk Flowers

* Tropical Wedding Flowers

A lot of the preparation of the flowers is done the day

before and the morning of the wedding when the couple and

their families are at their busiest and most stressed. There-

fore unless the floral displays are very simple it is wise to

have them professionally prepared by a wedding florist.

When deciding on a florist seek personal recommenda-

tions from friends and recently married acquaintances. If

you are unable to decide, it is best to visit several and look

at their displays. Most florists will allow you visit them at

a time when they have prepared flowers for other weddings

so that you can see the quality of their work. You should also

try to select a florist who actually does wedding flowers for

a living, not just run a florist shop. Remember it is is your

special day, so find a florist who shows passion, love and

commitment for what they do as this way you know you are

more likely to be getting the best.

Make sure your florist can work within your budget.

Decide how much you can afford, then ask your f lorist

for suggestions within this amount. The price of wedding

flowers depends on type and availability and the size of the

bouquets and decorations. If you are on a tight budget, use

flowers that will be in season at the time of your wedding. Or

keep things simple: a hand-tied posy of roses looks stunning

and is less expensive than an elaborate bouquet.

There are several classic shapes of bouquet and good flo-

trends 2011

Wedding F lowersrists should have a selection of photographs to demonstrate

them. The florist should also be able to advise on which

flowers match the chosen shape bearing in mind the colour

scheme and seasonal availability.

The choice of your wedding bouquet depends of the style

of your gown. Bouquets can range from the just-picked-

from-the-garden look, to the tailored-stylised formal look.

You should always get a sense of balance between your

gown and your bouquet. A fresh-picked bouquet from the

garden may look out of place with a very formal gown. The

bouquet size should be proportion to the bride. Too large a

bouquet would simply overpower the bride and clutter her

elegant dress.

Buttonholes will match the bride\'s bouquet and blend

with the dark lapels of the groom\'s wedding attire. Usually

the groom, best man, ushers and fathers of the bride and

groom should wear buttonholes although other important

guests such as the grandparents may also wear them.

Corsages are normally larger than a buttonhole and

can be made of the same or similar flowers as those in the

bride\'s bouquet. The mothers of the bride and groom will

wear corsages and so may the grandmothers and other

important guests. Corsages can also be pinned to the lapel

as with a buttonhole or alternatively worn on the wrist or

attached to a handbag or purse.

Some reception venues

such as hotels and restau-

rants often include wed-

ding f loral arrangements

as part of their overall wed-

ding service. Others may

make a separate charge. A

lot of venues will allow the

couple to provide their own

wedding f lowers and f lo-

ral decorations. The venue

management should be con-

sulted to arrange

a convenient time

to set up the dis-

plays which will

not inconve-

nience the cater-

ing arrange-

ments.

The wed-

ding f lower

decorations

u s u a l l y

consist of

a l a r g e

d i s p l a y

just inside the

entrance which is seen by guests as they

enter the reception room, and arrangements on each of the

tables for guests. The top table occupied by the newlyweds

usually has a more ornate wedding flower arrangement.

Large halls and marquees usually provide plain back-

grounds and therefore wedding flower arrangements should

be spectacular and large to catch the eye. Decorating with

potted plants is a good idea as they can subsequently be used

in the newlyweds new home.

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Learn from the mistakes of others so you can avoid the

problems they experienced. This guide will help you out as

you begin planning your vacation.

10 Most Common Honeymoon Mistakes 1. Allowing One Person To Do All The Planning (this is

extremely important)

This vacation is for the both of you. So in order for both of

you to have a good time, there must be activities for each of

you to enjoy.

If one person does all the planning the other will be left

out. We know communication is big in relationships, so this

is a great opportunity to talk to each other and figure out

what you really want to get out of your trip.

2. Start Planning Your Vacation Too Late.

Because the wedding comes first then the honeymoon,

people often try to knock out all the wedding plans first and

then start planning the vacation. Waiting to the last minute

is a big mistake!

Wedding planning is an ongoing process and it's not over

until the wedding is over. You should start thinking about

your trip as you finalize the shoes the bride maids will wear.

It's never too early to start planning and you will be able to

what to do and not to doH oneymoonsave more money by doing this.

3. Planning To Leave The Morning After Your Wedding.

You will be extremely Tired. No matter how big or small

your ceremony is there is still a lot of energy that goes in to it.

If you plan to leave the day after, book your flight in the eve-

ning or leave the next day. So if your wedding is on Saturday

leave on Sunday evening or Monday morning.

This will allow you enough time to make sure you have

everything packed and ready to go.

4. Failing To Set A Honeymoon Budget.

This is critical. First because by having a budget you won't

over spend on your trip as easily. But more so because this

too will strengthen the communication in the relationship.

If you plan together you

will know which activities

or services are most impor-

tant and the money spent

on these will take top prior-

ity.

For example: A beach

resort with a suite that has

an ocean view can be a

must for some, make sure

you plan to pay for this

rather than a beach resort

with a 5 star restaurant. Waking up to the sun rising off the

ocean may do more for you than a gourmet meal.

5. Staying Quiet About Being Newlyweds.

It is a must when you book your vacation to let the resort,

cruise line, restaurants, the little man selling hot dogs on the

beach. Everyone needs to know you are on your honeymoon!

There are special perks offered to you because you are cel-

ebrating love. So don't miss out by NOT telling people you

are honeymooning.

6. Not Planning Enough Time To Relax.

Remember a honeymoon is supposed to let you unwind.

You will probably be somewhere you have never been before,

maybe on an exotic island and you want to do as much as you

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can. This is OK.

But you will be tired so don't try to do everything. On the

first day do absolutely nothing just to rest up. Then you will

have enough energy to hit the town, beach, clubs, casinos,

pubs...etc.

Be sure you rest and relax this is important.

7. Not Making Time To Be Alone.

This may sound weird, but this is crucial because we all

need our personal time. Having time apart is really healthy

for the honeymoon also.

Once again, if you are making plans together (avoiding

mistake 1) you will learn there are some things each of you

are just not in to. Use these activities to plan time apart.

For example: If the bride wants to get a facial at the spa,

the groom might not enjoy this. However, he may be really

in to art, but this is not her cup of tea. So while she is getting

pampered at the spa, he can check out a local museum.

Both parties are getting the vacation they want plus this

will give you great pillow talk conversation as you lay in

each other arms and discuss your day.

8. Not Knowing How To Pack.

Not fully understanding your destination and what you

really want to get out of your

honeymoon can lead to pack-

ing too much or too little.

Certain activities require

more equipment than others.

So be sure to do your home-

work.

You don't want to get to

that world class golf course

and have to spend extra on a

new set of golf shoes or clubs.

9. Not Taking Advantage Of

Honeymoon Registries.

A honeymoon registry

acts like your wedding regis-

try. This allows for your loved ones to pay for different parts

of your trip as a gift. You will save a ton of money by using a

honeymoon registry.

10. Not Going With The Flow

There are many things that are out of our control, so you

need to know that something will go wrong. (Whether it does

or not) Understanding this will prepare you for any mis-

takes.

Don't let anything ruin your vacation.

Being spontaneous is healthy, just go with the flow and

let whatever happens hap-

pen. You will be able to joke

and laugh about it years

from now. This is important

because we try to control

things all the time.

Life doesn't work that way,

your wedding is not going to

work that way, and also your

trip will have some things

you might not expect in it.

So relax and let this hap-

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First you need to get a solid set of plans to have the best trip

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One person will NOT end planning the whole trip and

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