Destinations for a Funky Wedding

dghfjhkmhWant to do something different on your big day? Want to choose a unique and fun place to get married? We list out some of the funkiest places you can tie the knot in.

Today couples want to do something different, something out of the blue for their wedding. Some plan to get together on top of a glacier while others want to get hitched next to a volcano. Come let’s explore such fun destinations to start your married journey.

Get Married Mid-air – Ever thought of getting married amidst the clouds with the clear blue sky as a backdrop for your shadi. Now you can, at Albuquerque, New Mexico, during the International Balloon Fiesta. Couples can get hitched in a balloon basket that can take 12 passengers. The romance of the hot air balloon and the fun of having an intimate wedding will both be fulfilled in this funky style of getting married.

Get hitched on the Dunes – Have an intimate wedding on top of a sand dune in Jaiselmer. With the bright orange sun working as the perfect light for your wedding memories and

How You Know Youve Found The Perfect Gown

indexfbfsbfYour wedding gown is such an important part of your big day and, as any past bride will tell you, they may not have known exactly what type of wedding dress they wanted, but they certainly knew ‘The Dress’ when they tried it on. Here’s how


You can imagine walking down the aisle

When you put on ‘The Dress’ and look in the mirror, you should be able to visualise yourself walking down the aisle towards your future spouse. If you can imagine your husband-to-be’s reaction, and almost hear the whispers of praise from your guests, you know this is the perfect choice for your own red carpet moment.

You want to wear it all the time

Realistically, we all know the dress has to be saved for the big day. But you should love it enough to want to wear it all the time, even down to the shops. And if you find yourself unzipping the garment bag now and again just to admire its beauty, even better.

You can’t imagine walking down the aisle in anything else

When you find that perfect wedding gown, the one with ultimate

White Themed Weddings

fdbfbsAs if to offset the growing trend for bright, bold wedding colour schemes, pure white weddings are big news this season. White is a great wedding theme at any time of year, and can create a fresh and classic overall look.

White outfits for the bridal party

Although tradition says that brides should marry in white, most actually wear a shade of ivory or cream on their wedding day. A pure white dress can be very striking, especially when accessorised with silver or black, but be careful if you want to wear pure white as it can be a little stark against some complexions. If your skin has cool undertones, meaning you generally look better in silver than gold, and you look great in colours like blue purple and hot pink, you should be able to pull off a pure white dress.

There are a number of ways your groom can dress in white. He could go the whole hog and hire a white morning suit, or wear a white tuxedo for ultimate sophistication. If you are looking for a more subtle outfit, a

Vintage Wedding Car Hire

The romance and charm of vintage wedding car make them a popular choice with couples the world over, especially with those having a traditional or classic themed wedding. Vintage wedding car hire can be more complex than hiring a modern car, however, so here are seven tips to make sure you get the ride of your life:

Look for a significant make or model

If you want to hire a vintage car, try to find one that has special meaning to you. Perhaps you could hire a similar car to the one your parents used at their wedding, or you could find a model that was built the year you were born? If your father or grandfather used to drive a particular car you could hire one of those.

Check out the replacement policy

Most wedding car suppliers will have a policy whereby they will replace your chosen car with a suitable alternative if it should break down or be unavailable for another reason. If you are hiring a vintage car it’s more likely that you will need the replacement service than with a modern car, so it’s a good idea to check out the supplier’s replacement and make sure you are as happy

Delicious Food Stations For Your Wedding

Food stations are a great way to add some pizzazz and eye-catching flair to a reception menu. Common themes include dessert, oysters or even antipasto, but we reckon things can get way more creative than that. Here’s 10 inspiring ideas


Spud station

Because who doesn’t love a baked potato? And with everything from potato skins and tater tots to blue cheese dressing, it’s the perfect way to carbo load everyone for a big night on the dance floor.

Picture: Milou + Olin

Waffle station

Unlike the speeches, this is one part of the wedding where ‘waffling on’ will seem irresistible. You could serve them for dessert or just as a treat later in the night, with toppings ranging from fresh fruit and ice cream to Nutella or even honey.

Image: Veronica Em

Mimosa station

We didn’t say stations always had to be about food – and mimosas and weddings are a perfect combination. People may not need instructions, but a variety of juices and fruit mean it’s a really easy way to have bespoke cocktails on offer.

Photo: Smarty Had a Party

Donut hole station

Just like the top is the best part of a muffin, the hole is the best part of a donut. Everyone has a different favourite flavour,

Dos And Don’ts For Wedding Flowers

are one of the most beautiful and visually appealing part of any wedding. From bouquets to centrepieces and beyond, they bring a sense of style, scent and sophistication to a theme and colour scheme. That said, they can be tricky to pull off. So with this in mind, we’ve compiled a handy list of dos and don’ts to help you plan a blooming lovely celebration.

DO


Give your florist a colour palette to work with, rather than insisting on specific flowers. This will allow them to create a stunning design that falls within your budget, since they know how to work around factors such as the time of year and the season, both of which play a key role in the availability, and thus price, of certain blooms.

DON’T


Use floral displays to cover up less polished-looking parts of the venue, such as the fire exit. All you’ll really do is make sure they draw the eye of your guests. Instead, use your flowers to draw attention to the breathtaking parts of the room, such as the tables, the cake or even the dance floor.

DO


Make sure your bouquet is manageable. Larger bouquets look absolutely stunning in photos, but so do smaller ones. So be

How To Take The Perfect Engagement Ring Selfie

Make sure your engagement ring selfie stands out on Instagram and doesn’t fade into the Facebook feed with these tips for taking the perfect post-engagement selfie:

Preparation

Your ring might be the biggest, whitest, sparkliest diamond known to mankind, but if your nails look like you just finished weeding the garden and your hair looks a mess, it will seriously detract from the overall effect. Give your nails a tidy up; file evenly and splash a coat of polish around for added glam. If they require professional attention, hold off until after the salon. Even if the news breaks, social media will wait for the ring selfie, so make it a statement!

Lighting

According to the Selfie Brush – yes, such a thing exists – using flash can flatten your features, so it’s best to use natural light. Head outdoors or perch beside an open window and let the sun shine brightly on your brand new rock. *TIP: avoid fluorescent lights at all costs.

Backdrop

Before snapping, look at your surroundings. The whole world doesn’t need to see your messy bedroom or hair spray collection in the bathroom vanity. Whether you’re getting your pearly whites in the pic or taking a hand-only shot, make sure the

How To Find And Book An Asian Bridal Makeup Artist

For each function the bride is expected to dress more and more extravagantly with hair and makeup coordinated with each outfit. For this reason it is advisable to book a makeup artist six months to a year in advance as it could prove tricky to get the the same hair and makeup artist for all the functions if left till the last minute.

There are a few sources for seeking out a good hair and makeup artist. The internet can be used to find their

  1. Websites
  2. YouTube videos
  3. Facebook
  4. Instagram
  5. Advertisements in asian bridal magazines
  6. Advertisements on T.V.

If the makeup artist is reputable they should have at the very least a website. They should also have a portfolio showing their work on models or real brides. If they are truly professional they may also have Facebook, Instagram and/or YouTube videos. In short the more information they have regarding their work and services, the more experienced they are likely to be as all of these things take time to build up. Always, always, always check whether they have their terms and conditions written down on their website especially regarding cancellations and refunds. You need to know whether you are required to pay fully in advance to secure your

Make Up Masterclass Real Brides Share Their Best Wedding Day Beauty Tips

We’ve polled brides galore and asked them what their top wedding day beauty tip were – and the results were quite surprising, but here are their top suggestions, shared in the hope of ensuring your wedding-day make-up is, well, flawless


“I wish I’d run my wedding day look by my fiance first
 “

It may sound kinda old-fashioned, but this was one of the most cited tips by the brides we spoke with. Though you definitely want some elements of your wedding-day look to be a surprise, you don’t want to look like a completely different person when you walk down the aisle towards your betrothed!

So, when planning your make-up, ensure that whatever look you go for is something that isn’t completely unfamiliar to the person standing opposite you at the top of the aisle! So, perhaps, show your fiance pictures of the looks you’re considering – or even the result of your make-up trail, so they can offer any input.

You don’t want their heart sinking – or them barely recognising you – during one of the most important moments of your relationship.

“I was so glad my bridesmaid packed a small emergency beauty kit for me”

There’s a reason emergency beauty kits are

Wedding Decor An Important Aspect for a Perfect Wedding

Decorations play a significant role in any wedding. A fascinating decor can convert a normal wedding into a prodigal one, making it a larger than life affair. Indian weddings are known for their vibrant and rich culture, and hence the decor should reflect the grandeur of the ceremony. A perfect decor can give a fairy-tale touch to the event, thereby making it an evening to remember. However, before making a final decision, one needs to look at various aspects, in an order to make it the talk of the town. As innovation leads to perfection, always try to plan your wedding decor with creative ideas, keeping a track of the latest trends to give it a look you desire. We have tried to list out a few aspects that need attention to make your wedding venue mesmerising and enthralling. Read on.

FLOWER

Flowers always find a place in the list of decorating items, when it comes to Indian wedding decor. Use of flowers has been a popular trend in Indian marriages since ages. They are extensively used, as they are believed to spread a cheery vibe in the entire surrounding, making it more pleasant. All the flowers have different characteristics and are

Useful Tips on How to Preserve Your Wedding Dress

Wedding is the happiest and the most memorable day, especially in a woman’s life. It is not just the union of two people but of two families and even the union of two cultures in case of some marriages. All the ceremonies during a wedding are significant and care is taken so that nothing goes wrong during any of the ceremonies. In the eastern culture, especially in India, red wedding saris are designed for the brides as color red is thought to be the color of good luck. In the west long white wedding gowns are a custom. Though these days, we do see a lot of people going for colored wedding gowns as well. Everything related to the wedding is special as well as important and so is ‘the wedding dress’. The nature of importance of the wedding dress can vary across cultures, but people do like to keep it safe for a long time.

Your wedding dress is definitely a prized possession for you. You spend a lot of time and money in selecting it. It makes you look stunning and you feel really very special on the big day of your life. So you should protect your dress

Bridal Bouquets Selecting the Apt One for Your Wedding

There are various kinds of images that automatically come to our mind when we think about wedding!!

A place decorated with flowers, along with some layers of ribbons. The aisle strewn with petals is also another image that is usually witnessed. The dress of the bride and the purity of the same, along with the sweet looking flower girls are always the centre of attraction when they are walking down the aisle. If we think about all these views then it can be said that these are some of the most prominent image that are associated with weddings.

However the first image that we have in our mind is of the bride, coming inside, dressed in complete white, with hair covered with translucent veil and a beautiful bouquet of flower in her hand. This typical tradition of carrying a bouquet of flower in hand has been coming all through the years and has now come to be one of the most authenticated aspects of wedding. Flower is something that symbolizes fertility and very little people actually have the idea that the origin of this bouquet and the throwing of the same, is all about passing on the tradition of fertility from one

How To Integrate Flowers Into Your Wedding DĂ©cor

Wedding is certainly the most important event in everybody’s life. It is celebrated only once and hence, everyone wishes the event to be the grand celebration. Whether you are a girl or a boy, you must have some dream and desire relating to your wedding arrangement. And one common factor that often makes it places in the many Indian wedding decoration ideas certainly is the use of flowers.

Not just the Indian weddings, but weddings in every community give huge importance to these colourful and pretty delights. Red, purple, yellow, orange, peach or pink – no matter what your favourite colour is, you can always decorate your wedding venue with flowers around you.

Although you can easily choose the flower that you want to use in decorating your wedding venue, it is certainly quite a difficult job to know how to use and utilize them to its best. This is where the florists and floral designers step in. Regardless of the wedding locations in Bangalore, these expert florists will do the job for you.

Creating the wedding altar with flowers:

The wedding altar or wedding stage decoration is probably the most important aspect of the ceremony. This is where the bride and groom will

Make Your Weddings More Beautiful With Excellent Wedding Decor

It’s true that the marriages or weddings are pre-decided in the heaven. But their arrangements have to be made on this earth by the common people associated with the wedding. Wedding ceremonies are great fun but sometimes the preparation and the planning might be a bit frustrating procedure as the grand day of the marriage celebrations calls for every last minute checking. Having everything in their right place at exact time is very necessary. For weddings, everything has to be perfect. There are many sources that might the organizers to achieve perfection. One of the most essential of all preparation is the wedding decoration. To deal with this vital process requires a lot of perfection. And sometimes, this task can be very frantic and toilsome.

Nevertheless, for decoration done in weddings can be easily done through various helps. The main wedding decors include florets, reception decorations, stage decoration and many other things for which one cannot afford to be slipshod. The person who has taken charge of marriage decoration, need to consider on few concrete points while preparing for the wedding decoration; some of these points are – colour ideas, centre items, bouquets, low priced marriage favour schemes and the list

How to Use Lighting For Your Wedding Decor

Having lightings at your wedding reception is a must in the year 2013! Wedding lighting is no longer an amenity, but rather a necessity to create the desired decor for your wedding reception. Adding custom lighten to your venue can transform a room to completely set the tone and truly deliver your wedding’s overall theme because it can create any look you can conceive. A beautifully styled wedding is really a remarkable site, and here are some lightings option you may want to consider to get the look you desire.

Wedding up lighting is often a good starting point when creating a wedding lightings package. Up lighting is generally defined as the lighten that goes around a room going “up” the walls, columns, and backdrops. When designing a lighten package, wedding up lighting can play an important role in setting the overall mood for the night. The great thing about up lighten is that it does not just effect the object it is shining on; rather the light and hues created by the up lighten spills over into the ballroom and effects other decor and elements within the ballroom. Up lighting can be set to one single color and can be

How to Find Bridal Gowns at Affordable Price From Wedding Vendors

Searching up for perfect suppliers of vendors for entire bridal stuff products like bridal gowns, San Antonio wedding locations? Well web is include fastest place where you will find virtually all suitable options, but your marriage is an occasion which does not happen often and negligence influence a big rue of reducing only chance in converting it to a fabulous wedding reception.

When you look at a San Antonio wedding planner’s best work or their wedding site you will get idea about the grade of their services. The more experienced the wedding planner is the greater number of info will he show, like he must have arranged many events or organized few bridal expo. there should be a high number of bride recommendation about their wedding planning. It is best to get a quote to get details about their pricing and upcoming events.

Find a Wedding/bridal Magazines: Buy local bride magazines or guide that have a listing of sellers. Bridal magazines are wise way to determine possible choices in your region, and this will be easy to sort out the wedding planners and bridal gowns merchant by following the wedding sites, forthcoming events how and where they serve. You will get answers

National Wedding International Foods

It was not long ago that Indian food was only served in Indian weddings, Chinese food served in Chinese weddings and English food served at English weddings. If we were invited to a wedding, we only had to think of the ethnic origin of the bride and groom to know what sort of food was going to be served. In many parts of the world this is still the case, and in many weddings in England this is still the case. But not exclusively so. Everyone would agree that it’s important to serve food that the guests will enjoy, and also that it is nice when you can find caterers that are cost effective. That is the case the world over.

In England, however, something very special is happening. England is a very multi-cultural society. There are multi-faiths, multi-colours and multi-millionaires all living very close to each other. Somebody may come to visit England and decide to spend the rest of his or her life in this country because it is so diverse. And even if that person cannot get official status in the country, he or she might try to hide his or her identity or faith, just to stay

How to choose a marriage celebrant

To understand celebrants, what they’re like and what to expect, you need to know something about them. Firstly, they’re not all the same (there’s the good the bland and the dreadful!), and secondly, the price they quote doesn’t tell what you really need to know!

You want a celebrant to suit you. Not just any old celebrant, but one who understands what you want. One who can create and deliver your personal, special wedding ceremony.

So
 how to choose a marriage celebrant that’s right for you? To achieve the wedding you want – be very careful with your celebrant selection. If you want a great ceremony, you and your guests will really enjoy, then, be prepared to invest in the services of  professional celebrant.

If you want wonderful memories to last a lifetime – be sure to ask a prospective celebrant:

  • What do clients say about you? (‘Genuine’ testimonials)
  • How long have you been a celebrant?
  • What celebrant qualifications do you have?
  • How many weddings have you conducted?
And most importantly of all, make a time to meet with your prospective celebrant and see how you get on. Is she or he your type of person? Do you “click”? You may need to meet

Choosing Stylish and Comfortable Shoes for Making the Wedding Day Completely Perfect

For most women, their wedding is an extremely important event of life, which is why they want to make it perfect in all respects. Along with stylish attire, a good pair of footwear is essential to make the event perfect for any bride. As for finding a great pair of wedding shoes, Australia offers a diverse choice to would be brides. However, for choosing a perfect pair of footwear for this special occasion is not as simple as it may seem. It is important to consider some basic things before purchasing a pair that would not only suit the occasion but also ensure total comfort.

The most important thing to consider while buying a pair of wedding shoes is their style. A wide variety shoes including stilettos, flats, sandals and boots are available for brides. While wearing high heeled shoes might seem to be the obvious choice, it is not absolutely necessary, especially if the bride is not used to wearing high heels for long duration of time. Such women can choose from the elegant and beautifully designed sandals and boots that are easily available at various wedding shoes online, Australia portals. These shoes would not only make the brides feel

Cake cutting song ideas

Some couples don’t see the need to find a song to cut their cake to, but having specific songs for each of your key events gives your reception some structure and gives your band or DJ something to work with.

Check the length of the song you use for your cake cutting ceremony; you might think it will only take a minute or two but by the time both of you have arrived at the cake and posed for photos you may need a four to five minute tune.

There are various types of song that are suitable for cutting your wedding cake, and these fall into four main categories.

Cake cutting songs about sugar or sweets

There are so many songs with sugar or sweet in the title or lyric that it might be difficult to decide which one to choose for your wedding. A few possibilities are ‘Sugar, sugar’ by the Archies, ‘The sweetest thing’ by U2, ‘How sweet it is’ by James Taylor, ‘Sweet love’ by Anita Baker, ‘Pour some sugar on me’ by Def Leppard, ‘The sweetest thing I’ve ever known’ by Lauryn Hill, ‘Sweets for my sweet’, by Ben E King, or ‘Memories are made of