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	<title>Tips in Selecting Discount Wedding Invitations</title>
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	<description><![CDATA[Choosing a wedding invitation is very important because it will give your guests a first impression or glimpse of what your actual wedding will be like. A wedding invitation must, first and foremost, reflect your wedding theme and motif. Wedding invitations also often serves the purpose of being delightful keepsakes.
However, the right wedding invitation need not cost an arm and a leg. It is not wise to spend a fortune that can be used somewhere else. The range of kinds and styles of discount wedding invitation is vast. Choosing a particular one can be very confusing. There are discount wedding invitations and if you follow the guidelines below you will definitely never go wrong in choosing one. The key is to be prudent and not letting yourself get carried away. You can even save more money if you follow these guidelines.
Choose wedding invitation style well. As mentioned earlier, your primary consideration in choosing a wedding invitation style is the theme and motif of your wedding. Is your wedding grad or simple? Will your wedding be light or formal? Other than that, it all depends on personal taste and budget. But whatever your taste or budget range is, you will definitely be able to find a good wedding invitation. If you want, you can even buy some cards and design your own invitation by buying a printing kit which is offered by some wedding service providers.
Determine the kind of wedding you&rsquo;ll have. Your type of wedding invitation will largely depend on whether you will have a traditional or modern wedding. Traditional weddings would require a more formal invitation. On the other hand, a modern wedding will call for a more modern kind of wedding invitation. Traditional wedding invitations would only contain texts. It wouldn&rsquo;t contain any graphics. Traditional wedding invitations are usually upright and folded with the words engraved on the right side. Cards used in traditional wedding invitations are usually white or cream and the letterings are in silver and black. If you are having a themes wedding then choose a wedding invitation that is appropriate for your chosen theme. For example, you can have a sixteenth century scrolled parchment wedding invitation if the theme of your wedding is Tudor.
Choosing a supplier. Wedding invitations can be obtained by mail order, printer, stationers and stationery designers or you can buy online. Choose a supplier hat provides value added services and features so you will get real value for your money. Some suppliers will help you right the wording in your wedding invitation. Some will even help you with wedding etiquette rules and would help you if you are confused about all the etiquette rules involved in sending out wedding invitations. It would also be nice if the supplier has trained and experienced wedding etiquette and social correctness experts. Choose a supplier that offers personalized service so you can be sure that you are not getting run of the mill wedding invitation.
A good discount wedding invitation supplier will also respond to your inquiries and requests promptly either through email or by phone. But your privacy must always be requested so make sure that any personal information you provide to them is used for the sole purpose of processing your order. Your order must be transmitted across a secure server, so your billing information is kept private.]]></description>
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	<title>Let Your Wedding Invitations Reflect the Ceremony Itself</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 22:48:28 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Wedding ceremonies these days are as varied as the couples who take that big step; from traditional church weddings to mid-air nuptials as the participants float underneath matching parachutes, the locations and modes of marrying are wonderfully diverse. Why not choose a wedding invitation which reflects the design and spirit of the occasion? Here are some considerations:
Where are you getting married? If you're having a traditional indoor wedding in a church, you may want to choose an equally traditional white embossed invitation with a religious theme. If your wedding is scheduled to take place in a sunny field surrounded by wildflowers, however, a more colorful invitation with a nature theme might be perfect.
What is the color scheme of the wedding? Many brides-to-be spend a lot of time and thought choosing bridesmaid's dresses, flowers, and other decorations for their wedding; why not let the wedding invitation reflect the chosen color scheme? A small, intimate evening wedding with deep burgundy bridesmaid gowns would benefit from beautifully decorative burgundy and gold engraved invitations with coordinating envelopes; an informal spring wedding could be reflected by cheerful pastel invitations.
Do you want to reflect a particular ethnic or religious background? Your family's cultural or religious history may include specific wedding traditions; why not reflect these in your wedding invitations? Traditional African designs, Greek or Russian Orthodox iconography, or simply elegant Asians designs could all be incorporated into unique wedding invitations. Pre-designed wedding invitations are becoming ever more diverse, but if you can't find an invitation that matches what you have in mind, you may be able to find a greeting card with a blank interior which you can adapt, or design one yourself.
Think about all your needs before you order your invitations.
For all wedding invitations, you need to include response cards and envelopes so your guests can RSVP. Also, decide whether it's okay for you to receive responses by email; if so, include your email address somewhere on the invitation or RSVP card. If you want the responses to arrive by snail mail, spend the extra money to put postage stamps on the return envelopes; it will increase your chances of getting responses, both yeses and no's, tremendously.
Are you having a pre-wedding supper for family and participants? If it's a formal affair, you may want place cards for the dinner. You may also want a wedding guest book and thank-you notes matching your invitations. Are you going to send announcements to people you don't plan to invite to the wedding? You might want to consider drafting them so they announce the wedding as having taken place, wait until after the ceremony to send them, and enclose a wedding photo as a small gift to the recipient.
Whatever your wedding plans, let your invitations and accessories reflect your plans for the ceremony itself. This small detail will help you define the day and make it even more memorable, for yourself and for all your guests.]]></description>
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	<title>Tips For Finding The Best Spring Wedding Invitations</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 22:48:03 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Spring wedding invitations can be among the most beautiful and most versatile, but it is important to shop carefully.
There are so many different kinds of wedding invitations on the market today, sold at so many different kinds of stores, that it can be difficult to choose the right ones.
In addition, modern technology has provided us with the ability to design, customize and even print our own unique wedding invitations in the convenience of our own home.
Using Off The Shelf Spring Wedding Invitations
Let&rsquo;s begin by looking at the many choices for off the shelf spring wedding invitations.
These days, it seems like virtually every type of store, from department stores to party planning stores to office supply stores, has a selection of preprinted wedding invitations ready to buy and mail.
In addition, there are many internet retailers with an astounding selection of wedding invitations, so it should not be difficult to find wedding invitations.
Start Shopping Well In Advance
Finding just the right wedding invitations, however, can be quite a bit more difficult. With so many types of invitations to choose from it can be hard to find just the one that suits your own taste and style.
That is why it is so important to start shopping early, well in advance of the big day.
That is because you will not only need time to find the perfect spring wedding invitations but allow plenty of time for addressing and mailing them as well.
A great deal of wedding preparation, from booking the reception hall to hiring a caterer, will depend on how many wedding guests you are expecting, and it is the responses to your wedding invitations that will provide you with this vital information.
Personalize Your Spring Wedding Invitations
For those couples seeking more of a personal touch, there are a number of ways to personalize spring wedding invitations.
For many couples, adding a favorite poem, a favorite line from a song or a favorite scripture verse, can provide that extra special touch and transform a simple wedding invitation into a cherished keepsake.
Printing Your Own Invitations Or Hiring A Printer To Do It For You
Those couples who prefer to use personalized wedding invitations have two choices. The first choice is to hire a printer to have the invitations done, and this can be a good and cost effective choice if you can find a quality printer.
The second choice is to print your own personalized spring wedding invitations on your own home printer. This approach provides a great deal more control, of course, and makes it quite easy to add additional touches as you go.
In many cases, however, printing your own invitations will cost a bit more, so it is important to take the cost into account as well.]]></description>
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	<title>Wedding Invitations Planning</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 22:47:21 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[One of the most important steps in wedding planning is developing the guest list. Along with the guest list is the wedding invitations. You want to work carefully on the wedding invitation and make sure it pulls in the theme of the wedding as much as possible. You can try to tie in colors and themes by using different papers and etc.
Thus the wedding invitation card is a great way to express the theme of the event, inform guests in advance when the wedding will take place and also it makes the invited guests feel special and want to come.
Below you will find some useful tips in planning your wedding invitations. These are just guidelines and not everything but it is a good start to get you thinking about what should be included in the invitations.
1. Use a reply card.
The real basic and most common reason for giving out wedding invitations is to determine an approximate number of guests that will be attending. This can be useful for reserving the reception hall, planning the food and making thank your wedding favors also. It is helpful to know how many people are coming to the wedding and the more accurate the better. Therefore a reply card is a no brainer because it will ensure that even many of the lazy people out there will take the few seconds and return the reply card. Since it is already in a stamped enveloped and has an address they only need to fill out the most basic of information and then drop it in a mail box. So by having a reply card you are more likely to have an accurate count on of the guests.
2. Specify special details
Typically weddings are formal events and people know to dress accordingly. However, if you are having a themed wedding and would like guests to wear something different then let them know in the invitation. For example if you are getting married on the beach in Hawaii and the dress is casual beach wear then you will want to make sure you let your guests know in the invitation so they can plan accordingly.
3. Personalize.
Depending on the size of the event it can be a very nice touch to personalize the wedding invitation with the invitee&rsquo;s name. This means that the invitations will have to be made either by hand or on the computer and it therefore probably only suitable for small weddings.
If you are planning on having a larger sized wedding with over 100 guests or so then it is much easier to pay to have the invitations professionally printed.
4. For a modern look add color
Traditionally wedding invitations are done in white, off white or light ivory or cream colors. However, there is nothing stating that your invitation has to be done this way. Many people are breaking away from these traditions and using more color in their invitations. This can work especially well to set a tone for the wedding and also pull in the wedding theme. For example if all the bridesmaids are wearing light purple dresses then having some light purple accents on the invitations can blend the color throughout the event.
5. Make sure it fits you.
You want to make sure that you wedding invitation is a reflection of you and your future husband. If you are more traditional and like the feeling of a traditional wedding then of course you will want to stick with a traditional invitation. However, if you are using a theme or are having a non traditional wedding you can pick this up in the wedding invitation also. For example, a couple that was really into rock climbing and was getting married in Yosemite on top of Half Dome sent out invitations that had an outdoor theme to them. So depending on your own personalities decide what works best for your own wedding and don&rsquo;t feel stuck to tradition if you don&rsquo;t care much about it.
In summary take some time and plan out your wedding invitation carefully. It is a wonderful event and you want the invitations to set the right tone and feel for the big day. By thinking about the colors, sizes, shapes and type of wedding invitation that you will be sending to your guests you can you can ensure that you have set the stage. Often a wedding invitation is the first official announcement of your intention to be married and you want it to be a joyous occasion that fits with your personalities.]]></description>
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	<title>Scottish Wedding Invitations</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 22:46:54 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Scottish wedding invitations have long been popular with couples who are of Scottish heritage but their popularity is growing worldwide. There is something mystical about the Scottish highlands and Celtic symbols that attract admirers from all over the globe. Many couples are now deciding to have a Scottish theme to their wedding, even if they are not getting married in Scotland, and Scottish wedding invitations are an essential part of the special occasion. Everyone can now add that touch of Celtic tradition by sending Scottish wedding invitations.
There is no set format for a Scottish wedding invitation but there are some traditional aspects that you can incorporate to add that authentic feel. The most obvious of these is Scottish tartan. Each Scottish clan, or family, has their own unique tartan design associated with them and no Scottish wedding invitation would be complete without a piece of this Scottish heritage. On a modern style of Scottish wedding invitation, you could have a family crest emblazoned on each card, with a bow made from the family tartan. However, if you really want to create a special Scottish wedding invitation then why not have scroll-style invitations, tied with your clan&rsquo;s tartan? The choice is endless and there are numerous options to include tartan on a Scottish wedding invitation. A border designed using the tartan can add a stylish and personalized feel to your Scottish wedding invitations.
Of course, tartan is not the only traditionally Scottish article that can be added to a Scottish wedding invitation. There are several other items that are associated with Scotland that would be perfect adornments for any Scottish wedding invitation. The thistle, for example, is the national flower of Scotland and is often seen emblazoned on crests and flags. The cross of St Andrew, with the white cross on a blue background, is well-known as the national flag of Scotland and can often provide the inspiration for the colours of your Scottish wedding invitation if you are undecided.
It is worth researching some of the other Scottish wedding traditions before deciding on the final design and content of your Scottish wedding invitations. Any wedding invitation is intended to give the guests a feel for what type of event the big day is going to be. Perhaps you want to include some Gaelic script, or incorporate the Celtic knots into the perfect Scottish wedding invitation. You may also want to continue the style of your Scottish wedding invitation into the Order of Service for the ceremony itself, menus and place cards for the reception or even thank you cards for your guests. The internet is a great place to start if you are looking for inspiration to create your perfect Scottish wedding invitation.]]></description>
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	<title>Wedding Cakes: Choosing a Bakery</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 22:46:14 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Once you have decided what type of wedding cake you want and have at least a general idea of the design you want, it&rsquo;s time to begin visiting bakeries. When you do, be sure to taste their wedding cake samples. Don&rsquo;t let yourself be swayed by talk about the ingredients they use, taste their wedding cake samples and decide for yourself because, frankly, your guests aren&rsquo;t going to know if your wedding cake was made from flour imported from a water powered mill on the south bank of a coastal stream in upper Scotland. All they are going to know is whether or not your wedding cake tastes good and looks good. So let taste (and artistry) be your gauge in choosing your bakery to provide your cake.
Look at the pictures that the bakery has of past wedding cakes to decide if the bakery is even capable of doing what you have in mind. Toward this end, it is helpful to have a picture in hand to show the decorator what you want, that way they will know what part of their wedding cake portfolio to show you (though you might want to peruse the entire thing just in case you see a wedding cake that you like even better).
Take the time to talk to the decorator and try to develop a rapport. You may not have much contact with them once you place your order but it is important that you are certain that they have understood and are going to create the wedding cake that you want rather than some fantasy from their mind (which might or might not reflect your tastes and values).
To avoid surprises on your wedding day, ask your cake decorator how much time they need to set up the cake. In most cases they will need to set up one to two hours prior to the time the guests will begin arriving, but that all depends on the wedding cake you order and the other cakes your decorator has to deliver that same day. This will mean that your wedding cake location will need to already be established (in a highly visible but safe area &ndash; wedding cakes don&rsquo;t like fireplaces, children, and high traffic areas if your table is the least bit wobbly).
Likewise, ask about their policy for putting fresh flowers on the wedding cake, if your wedding cake design includes fresh flowers. Some cake decorators are very picky and will not allow the florist to place flowers on their cake (in fairness, in some cases this has come out of a bad experience where a bride wasn&rsquo;t happy with the cake after a florist placed flowers on the wedding cake). Of course, if the cake decorator is going to put the flowers on the cake, the flowers will need to be in the reception hall when the cake is delivered. This way you can ensure that the flowers on the wedding cake match the rest of the flowers in your wedding and actually do get placed on the cake.
Also, ask about their policy regarding cake flavors. Some bakeries charge extra for a variety of flavors while others do not. Check also on delivery charges for your wedding cake as these too can vary greatly. If your wedding is close, delivery may be free, but if much travel is required expect to pay a delivery fee. Most bakeries will require, along with your initial deposit, a deposit for the cake plates and pillars. This deposit is usually returned as long as the plates and pillars are returned by an agreed upon time.
Likewise, if you want the bakery to match a color in your color scheme (such as the color of the bridesmaids dress); bring a swatch of the colored fabric to the initial consultation with your cake decorator. Her idea of mauve and your idea are probably not exactly the same so unless you want to run the risk of having colors that clash, provide a swatch. Be warned, though, icing has to be colored by hand so trying to match a color will be time consuming, which will mean more expense to you.
If you want that elegant wedding cake but money is an issue consider a simpler design. A simple cake with ribbon or roses can look beautiful. Likewise, consider ordering a smaller wedding cake with plain sheet cakes to make up the difference in servings. The sheet cakes can be held behind the scenes and used to supplement the wedding cake and will hold down your cost tremendously.]]></description>
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	<title>The Wedding Cake: A Ceremony by Itself</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 22:45:47 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[When my son and daughter-in-law held a knife and cut the first slice out of their all traditional, butter-cream frosted, lavish, and very expensive wedding cake, I couldn't help smiling. If we had been in the early Roman times, the wedding cake would not be one huge, tasty, decorative creation, but many small, possibly cupcake-sized, salty wheat cakes. In addition, the guests wouldn't be eating the cakes but throwing them at the bride or crumbling it over her head for fertility and single women would try to catch the crumbs for the same reason they catch the bridal bouquet today.
In the olden times when children didn't make it to adulthood due to childhood illnesses, fertility was important, and that is probably the reason the wedding cake tradition was born. Later on during their empire, Romans turned their salty cakes into sweet cakes. This time, they made a slightly larger bridal cake with many smaller cakes surrounding it. The smaller cakes were brought as gifts by the guests. These cakes everyone ate, but still crumbled some of those over the bride.
After the Roman conquest of the British Isles, Roman customs influenced the natives who baked dry cakes for their weddings and drank their ale with them. In old England and Ireland, there also was, and still is, the custom of a groom's cake, dark in color and made of dried fruit.
When the English sent their pioneers into the new world, they also sent their customs with them. First European settlers in the Americas made fruitcakes for their weddings because their preservation was easier.
The fancy wedding cake with several tiers was created through the initiative of the French, and although scorned by the English at first, it was later adopted and became the norm through all Europe. The wedding cake, owing to its long history, became an individual affair for a modern wedding party, with different shapes and styles and with a rich variety of flavors, fillings, and icings.
A wedding cake, after the vows, has become a vital part of wedding ceremony in our day. It is assumed that a wedding cake reflects the style, elegance, and delicacy of the couple's upbringing, in addition to their enthusiasm for their marriage.
Not only the ingredients and the making of the cake, but the ceremony of its cutting has become another reception by itself. Traditionally, the bride and the groom cut the cake together, with groom placing his right hand over the bride's right hand to cut the first slice. Then, they feed each other that first slice while everyone applauds. Sometimes, the top tier is saved for the first anniversary or the birth of the couple's first child, whichever comes first.
In some new world weddings nowadays, smearing each other with the icing has been taking hold as a custom, adding hilarity to the reception. My favorite wedding cake anecdote is a real one that may have seemed like a disaster at the time; however in hindsight, it has become an amusing joke. Yet, since the marriage has lasted, the incident might have been a good omen.
Several years ago, we attended a large wedding reception. Over the several steep stairs to the main reception hall, the wedding cake had to be carried rather than wheeled. I don't know why nobody thought of a ramp but two waiters, one on each side, took the cake up the steps.
Suddenly, a waiter tripped and the cake fell on the floor, but with luck or heavenly intervention, the top two tiers stayed intact. A pandemonium broke out with the bride's mother fainting and maintenance people scurrying about. Since the reception hall was part of a big hotel, the management came up with their version of a wedding cake. Several small cakes were arranged as the bottom layer with the two top layers of the original cake placed over them.
Judging from that experience, I think it might be a good idea to have a just-in-case second cake. After all, cakes are loved by most anyone and they don't go to waste.]]></description>
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	<title>Wedding Cake Tips</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 22:45:21 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Your wedding cake design should demonstrate your personal taste and style and of course fit the d&eacute;cor of your reception.
Follow me and I will help you with every step in choosing the right cake. You will develop a feeling of joy and relief, as you should, while preparing for your wedding. I promise you that.
Choose your wedding cake only after you have decided on your gown, the bridesmaid dresses, the reception site, the theme, colors and anything else that could have an effect on which cake you choose.
You could select a photo of a cake you love first and then try to match everything else to that. However, that approach will likely be much harder. After all once you cut and serve the cake everything else you have chosen to match it will still be there but the cake is just a memory.
Couples only fool themselves if they think guests only care about the cake&rsquo;s taste and the decorating and design of a wedding cake. Other than the bride&rsquo;s beautiful dress and glowing face nothing says wedding like a wonderfully decorated and designed wedding cake.
Unique wedding cake inspiration may come from looking at pictures of wedding cake designs. You may find a photo that will help you design the wedding cake of your dreams to enhance your reception.
There are several approaches one can take in choosing wedding cake designs, from traditional cream or white icing in classical designs to totally modern artistic colorful masterpieces. Nowadays anything goes.
The wedding cakes we see today are very different than in the past. Designs have evolved to suit the taste of today&rsquo;s couples. More and more couples are choosing cupcake towers for the wedding. This is one of the newest and original wedding cake ideas ever.
Another wedding cake style that is gaining in popularity is the miniature cake. Traditional round wedding cakes may soon fade out since all sorts of other shapes are becoming very popular. Square, oval, heart, octagon and other shapes are gaining in popularity. However some couples still prefer traditional round cakes and flavors like cheesecake for the wedding cakes.
Whatever shape or flavor you choose, your wedding cake, to your friends and family will always symbolize love, the sweetness of life, prosperity and fertility.
Here are some questions to ask yourself when deciding your wedding cake design. How much can you spend on the cake? Will the cake be the only dessert? How big of a cake will you need? Not every guest will want cake if you offer other desserts or a meal.
Will a particular cake fit your reception decorating scheme and menu? Today&rsquo;s cake designers offer an almost endless variety of cake styles, decorating, choice of construction, flavors, icing and decorations.
How many tiers do you want, in what colors? Do you want a custom made, one of a kind cake topper? Do you as a couple have a shared passion, job or hobby? Make your cake topper reflect that interest. You can get anything from animal to motorcycle cake toppers.
Or do you just want a porcelain or crystal bride and groom cake topper?
There are very nice online stores that sell a wide variety of elegant and whimsical wedding cake toppers.
Are you planning to serve the cake as dessert or do you want to put slices in little boxes for the guests to take home?
Try to make preliminary decisions on these and other issues before you consider visiting any bakery or cake designer. However stay open to suggestions from these experts. You can get your wedding cake from your caterer, reception site or bakery. Try to order your cake from someone who specializes in wedding cakes or who does one or more weddings a week.
Ask for references and check them out. Ask past clients if they were satisfied with the cake and if they have any hints for dealing with this particular baker or bakery.
Some newlyweds want to save the top layer of their wedding cake for their first anniversary or the birth of their first child. Check with your baker to see if he can freeze and store the top layer of your wedding cake for a year.]]></description>
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	<title>Wedding Cake Toppers</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 22:44:49 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[A skilled cake designer can come up with an endless spectrum of wedding cake toppers. They can come in any shape or form, the most common ones being the figurines of the bride and the groom, doves, daisies, roses, interlocking hearts, wedding rings, or flowers in a basket; the list is endless. The materials used for toppers can be anything, ranging from glass and porcelain to crystal or a wide range of other materials. Also, wedding cake toppers can be kept as a wedding day souvenir, and are at most times good enough pass off as a showpiece for your drawing room.
For those planning a theme wedding, wedding cake toppers can augment the atmosphere of the wedding reception. A skilled hand can replicate the wedding dress on top of the cake. For fairytale-themed weddings, a replica of the Cinderella glass slipper or a figurine of &ldquo;Snow White&rdquo; would be just about perfect; or, for that matter, a small figure of a dragon or a castle. Beach and marine themed weddings can give the wedding cake designer plenty of room to exercise his creativity. The wedding cake toppers can come in a plethora of forms then, like dolphins, seahorses, mermaids, lighthouses or more. For medieval-themed weddings, you can use a miniature knight and maiden as toppers.
A winter wedding also gives the cake designer plenty to work with. For example, crystal snowflakes or snow people can sit atop the cake. Though other materials can be used, glass seems perfect for this theme, as it can reflect the light like icicles. For those from military backgrounds, wedding toppers can be quite intricate. A naval wedding, for instance, can do with an anchor behind the figures of the groom and the bride. For the military wedding, two sabers crossed and placed behind the miniature figures of the couple would be ideal. For Western-themed weddings, cake toppers can range from horses and cows to the cowboy and cowgirl as the bride and groom.]]></description>
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	<title>Unique Wedding Cakes</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 22:44:25 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[A gifted cake designer can go a long way in determining the quality and the character of the wedding cake.
For one, theme weddings can be a portal to truly creative wedding cake ideas. A medieval theme wedding would warrant a cake to be laced with pearls and a golden crown. An adventure-loving couple could have a cake topped with miniature figurines of the newlyweds in a small plane or a motorcycle. A Victorian theme wedding, for that matter, could have a cake adorned with bows and Victorian roses. For an Oriental-themed wedding, a cake with two tiers topped with a vase filled with edible handmade orchid is perfect.
Also, the theme for a wedding cake could depend on one&rsquo;s favorite flower, whether it is sunflower, pansy, bird-of-paradise, rose etc. A talented cake designer can replicate bridal bouquets on the cake or a garden akin to one&rsquo;s yard, complete with picket fences.
Then there are seasonal themed cakes. Seasonal themes give the cake designer license to let his imagination run free. For weddings that are set for the fall season, the cake can be adorned with grapes, grape leaves and chrysanthemums. The summer-themed wedding cakes can be accentuated with bows and white daisies.
Also, there are wedding cakes based on one&rsquo;s favorite jewelry. The diamond lover can have a stunning diamond themed cake, though that can be an expensive option. For the jade lover, the cake can be made to look like a stack of complex shaped jade boxes. Also, there are wedding cakes based on china patterns.
For a truly unique wedding cake, it is best to talk to the cake designer, preferably weeks before the wedding date. Though there will always be that urge to come up with that particularly outstanding design yourself, there is no harm in picking the brains of a professional who does it for a living.]]></description>
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	<title>Choosing The Ideal Wedding Dress</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 21:52:39 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Most brides-to-be start dreaming about the ideal wedding dress long before they are even engaged. Choosing the ideal wedding dress is crucial because it is perhaps the only day that all eyes will be looking at you. A dress that is beautiful whilst remaining tasteful and also flattering to your figure will ensure that you look your best on your wedding day. With so many style, color and fabric options available, choosing the ideal wedding dress can be a daunting task. However, most brides simply know when they have found the ideal wedding dress. From the moment they put on the dress, they instinctively know that this is the ideal wedding dress for them.
The most important thing when searching for the ideal wedding dress is to begin looking at least six months before your wedding date. Finding the ideal dress will most likely take quite some time and once you find the dress, it could take up to four months for the dress to be ordered and shipped to the store. Once the dress arrives in the store you most likely will require several fittings to ensure that the dress fits absolutely perfectly. You should take your time and enjoy looking for your wedding dress so it is crucial that you begin the process in good time to avoid feeling rushed and overwhelmed.
Another useful piece of advice for finding the ideal wedding dress is to try on many different styles of dresses. Even though you may be certain that you want a particular style you may find that the style that looks so appealing in magazines does not suit your body type. You may also find that a style that you would have never have considered before can be flattering to your figure. For this reason it is important to try on a wide variety of styles before dismissing a particular style. The old adage &ldquo;you won&rsquo;t know unless you try it,&rdquo; holds perfectly true for wedding dresses. There have been numerous brides who have found that their ideal wedding dress turned out to be totally different from the one they had envisaged.
Although it may not be what you expect, the color of the wedding dress is an important thing to take into account when choosing the ideal wedding dress. The concensus seems to be that the only acceptable color for a wedding dress is a pure white. However if you keep an open mind, you may find yourself with a wedding dress that is far more flattering to your skin tone than a pure white dress. Wedding dresses come in a wide variety of colors including ivory, cream and even subtle beiges. If you are happy to consider these options it is important to try on dresses in these colors to see how they work with your complexion.
Choosing the ideal wedding dress often requires getting a few second opinions. Having a few close friends or family members that you trust come dress shopping with you can help you find the dress of your dreams. They can offer opinions on each dress that you try on and can also scour the countless racks of dresses available and choose dresses for you to try on. Many brides instantly know that they have chosen the ideal wedding dress the moment they put it on but having trusted friends and family members with you can confirm this feeling. When you first step out of the dressing room and show them the dress you are wearing you may see reassuring confirmation that you have made the perfect choice. The reactions of your assistants will indicate that you have indeed found the perfect dress.
When you have chosen the ideal wedding dress, now is also the time to buy the it. Nothing is more important than your gut feeling and the reactions of the friends and family that accompanied you so if you know you have the ideal dress in your hands, don&rsquo;t risk losing it by opting to think about it for a few days before you make your purchase. There is always the chance that the last available dress will be sold or that the company will discontinue that particular style so do not allow yourself to miss out on buying the ideal wedding dress by not buying it the moment you realize it is the dress for you.
The wedding dress is one of the most critical elements of a wedding. It is what makes a bride truly stand out and it is important for her to ensure that she has chosen the ideal wedding dress. The minute a bride-to-be steps into a wedding dress she will know instantly whether or not it is the ideal dress. It&rsquo;s important to trust this gut reaction and act accordingly in choosing the ideal wedding dress.]]></description>
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	<title>Wedding Dresses: What Not to Wear</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 21:52:14 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[So you've set a date with the man of your dreams? The only thing, well one of the many things, you have to do to get ready is choose the perfect dress. If you want help with that, you're reading the wrong article. This advice is to keep you from choosing the WRONG wedding dress. Below are practical ideas to keep you from making a very expensive mistake (no, I'm not talking about your fiance).
1. It's gotta fit. This might seem obvious to you, but many brides swear they are a size six and cram their bodies into dresses much too small for them. This unflattering approach to wedding dress shopping can make for bad pictures, not to mention discomfort on your big day.
2. Style is a must. Not every woman has the desire to be current with wedding dress fashions, but there are some definite no-nos. Stay away from halters, giant puffy sleeves, and mermaid style skirts (tight around the hips and knees and flared at the ankles). Also avoid any dress that you saw in a wedding more than 5 years ago.
3. Consider the setting. Don't choose a dress for a different wedding, even if it's been your dream since you were a little girl. Long sleeved dresses should NOT be worn at an outdoor wedding in August. (I knew a bride once who did this and put a ziploc bag of ice down the back of her dress) Conversely, don't choose a sleeveless dress for an outdoor reception in November. (Again, the bride who did this turned into the Wicked Witch of the West during pictures) Lastly, and this is a little known fact, don't wear lots of tulle for an outdoor event. This one I learned personally. The fabric attracts bees like crazy. I had those flying pests in between all 12 layers of my tulle skirt.
4. Love it. Don't buy a dress that you don't absolutely love. You only get one chance to have your perfect day. Choosing the cheapest, or the most sensible, or even the one that your best friend likes the most will not cut it for your wedding. If you don't love it, leave it.
Hopefully this advice will keep you from making a mistake when it comes to your wedding dress. This is one of the only elements of planning a wedding that is almost entirely in your control. You may order flowers that come in silk instead of fresh. Perhaps your invitations spell your parents names &ldquo;Joan and Jill.&rdquo; Maybe your caterer had a death in the family. Well, you won't have all of these things happen. At least, probably not. But, at least you will have not picked a bad dress.]]></description>
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	<title>Wedding Gowns - Getting the Wedding Dress of Your Dreams</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 21:51:46 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[What bride doesn&rsquo;t want to feel like a princess on her wedding day? Actually, the better question is why not feel like one?
However, with the sea of white in every store that you walk into, you will need a little training in what you&rsquo;re looking for.
Before you go
A lot of choosing the right wedding gown comes from your research. And don&rsquo;t lie, you know that the second you got engaged, you found those bridal books and starting thinking about your gown.
This is a great way to start though. Begin a clipping file of all of the dresses that you like. And don&rsquo;t be afraid to pick dresses that aren&rsquo;t necessarily wedding dresses. Even if it&rsquo;s a formal bridesmaid dress, you may be able to find the style in white.
Another way to research is to look on the Internet. There are hundreds of wedding sites that are popping up to help the frazzled and busy bride with finding just what she needs. There are many pictures of wedding dresses as well as dresses from other couple&rsquo;s weddings.
Just look at all of your options before you go into a store. This doesn&rsquo;t mean that you have to have the wedding dress picked out just yet, but at least you can narrow the field.
When you&rsquo;re in the store
Let&rsquo;s be honest. The reason that the salesperson is helping you is to make a commission on the sale of a dress. But you need to understand and remember that YOU will be the one wearing it on your wedding day, so it&rsquo;s up to YOU to choose the one that suits you.
Be sure to tell the person that is helping you what you are looking for in a dress&mdash;long, short, formal, casual, themed, etc. They are experienced in selecting dresses, so the more information you can give them, the better able they are to bring you things that you will want to try on.
And if you don&rsquo;t like something when you put it on, don&rsquo;t try to make it &lsquo;work.&rsquo; If it doesn&rsquo;t immediately make you look beautiful, then move on to the next dress. Your perfect wedding gown will look fantastic on you from the beginning.
Although you can plan and plan for the perfect wedding gown, it&rsquo;s true that a lot of the actual selection is based on luck. Sometimes what you had envisioned as the &lsquo;one&rsquo; turns out to not look good on your body type.
Don&rsquo;t give up hope&mdash;the perfect one is out there.]]></description>
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	<title>How To Pick The Perfect Winter Wedding Dress</title>
	<link>http://www.eWeddingArea.com/_FOLD_PATH_Wedding-Dress/How-To-Pick-The-Perfect-Winter-Wedding-Dress.html</link>
<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 21:49:57 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[While the most popular months for weddings are still the summer months, particularly June, the winter season is making a strong run at being the most favored time to get married.
There are many excellent reasons to choose a winter wedding, and it is easy to see why winter weddings are becoming so popular.
Of course a winter wedding means a winter wedding dress, and it is important to choose that wedding dress with care. After all, the winter wedding dress is the showpiece of any winter wedding, so it is important to choose it very carefully.
==Choosing a Reputable And Reliable Wedding Dress Shop==
When it comes to choosing the perfect wedding gown, nothing is more important than the reputation and reliability of the wedding dress maker.
There are many vendors who sell wedding dresses, from department stores to chain wedding dress stores to specialty retailers. There are even wedding dresses available online, so it is important to shop around.
==Places To Find Your Winter Wedding Dress==
One of the first places to start the search for the perfect winter wedding dress is the local high end department store.
Many of the finest department stores carry a good selection of wedding gowns and other special dresses, so it is a good idea to shop there first.
==Choosing A Dress Off the Shelf Or A Customized One==
In addition, there are many chain wedding dress makers on the market, and they can be excellent choices for creating the perfect winter wedding dress.
Some of these chain stores carry only off the shelf wedding gowns, while others employ seamstresses who may be able to customize the winter wedding dress you prefer just for you. If you need such custom fitting, be sure to ask about it before you have chosen and paid for your dress.
==The Internet Is A Great Place To View The Most Up To Date Styles==
There are even winter wedding dress suppliers on the internet, and the web has been gaining in popularity as a source of wedding dresses and bridesmaid gowns.
While some brides to be miss the experience of trying on dresses in brick and mortar stores, others enjoy the convenience and low prices of these virtual dress shops. So if you are looking for a bargain on your winter wedding dress, be sure to check online.]]></description>
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	<title>Tips For Locating The Perfect wedding Dress</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 21:49:22 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[The average woman will own hundreds of items of clothing in her lifetime, but none have the importance, the emotional impact and the beauty of the wedding dress.
A wedding dress is much more than just another garment; it is a symbol of everlasting love and commitment.
==Places To Buy A Wedding Dress==
Choosing the perfect wedding dress, therefore, is one of the most important decisions any woman will ever make. There are many places to buy a wedding dress, from the high end department store to specialty dress makers to even the internet.
Where you get your dress can have a profound impact on the biggest day of your life, so it just makes sense to shop around carefully and take the time you need to find the perfect dress.
==Choosing A Dress That Reflect Your Style And Taste==
It is of course important to choose a wedding dress which most reflects your personal taste and style.
It is also important to choose a wedding dress that is reflective of the theme of your wedding. You would not want to choose a plain wedding dress for a big formal wedding, just as an overly formal wedding dress would be out of place at a more casual wedding.
==Find The Right Person To Make Your Dress==
Perhaps no decision is more important, however, than finding the right person to make your wedding dress. There are many seamstresses and dressmakers out there, but it is important to choose one who can make a dress to your specifications.
When choosing a wedding dress maker, be sure to ask for references, and check those references. Find out what former customers liked, and did not like, about their dress. Ask lots of questions; after all you are dealing with the most important dress you will ever wear.
==Off The Shelf Wedding Dresses==
Of course there are lots of places that sell off the shelf wedding dresses as well, and this can be a cost effective alternative to ordering a custom made wedding dress.
There are specialty stores that sell only wedding dresses, prom gowns, and other special occasion dresses, and these stores can have an excellent selection and some great prices as well.
In addition, there are wedding dresses for sale on the internet as well. There are a number of excellent internet retailers who sell good dresses at great prices, so be sure to check online and see what the internet has to offer you.]]></description>
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	<title>How to Select the Right Wedding Dress for Your Body Shape</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 21:48:37 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[There are millions of wedding dresses from which to choose. How do you choose the dress that will fit your unique body shape best? The first step in finding the right dress for you is to determine what body shape you have. This is your special day, and your dress should fit your body style perfectly. Here are some tips that will help you in your quest to find the perfect dress.
Hourglass FigureFor women that have an hourglass shape, a strapless or off-the-shoulder gown is just right. When shopping for a strapless gown, lean towards the one-piece gowns instead of two-piece gowns. A two-piece gown can result in a &ldquo;choppy&rdquo; look, splitting you into to figures.
Bias-cut and straight designs are not best for hourglass figures. They will usually pull the eye to areas of the body that you want to minimize. These types of dresses are better suited for tall women.
The bride with an hourglass shape will want to accentuate her curves. Avoid heavily beaded dresses that can tend to make the bride appear heavier.
Pear-Shaped FigureA woman with a pear shaped figure has smaller shoulders and upper body than lower body. A pear shaped bride should wear shoulder pads or puffy sleeves. This bride should avoid any type of body hugging gown, full skirts, or cuts that make the upper body appear even smaller or the lower body larger.
Short and Petite FigureThere are many options for the short and petite figure. Shoestring straps and off-the-shoulder gowns will work the best. A Cinderella gown will look beautiful and will add a touch of romance.
Straight gowns tend to not look as nice on a short and petite figure. If you have already fallen in love with a straight wedding gown, offset it with a full veil. Wearing the right designer wedding shoes can also add height if a petite bride would like to appear taller. Keep in mind, however, that you may not want to be in high heels all night. Switching shoes will affect the way your dress hits the floor, keep that in mind when selecting your gown.
Square FigureThe ideal gown for a bride with a square shape will create curves, or, create the illusion of curves. The neckline of the dress should be beaded. Alternatively, the upper part of the bodice should be beaded. Bigger skirts and sleeves are also ways to add curves. The square figured bride should avoid sheath or clingy dresses that contribute nothing to creating the illusion of curves.
More Dress Hunting TipsFinding the perfect gown can be frustrating if you do not know what you are looking for or what type of gown will work best for your unique body shape. Never give in and settle for a dress just because you are tired of looking. There are millions of dresses out there and one of them is the perfect one for you. If you have found three or four dresses that you like certain aspects or designs of, consider having your wedding gown made for you. This way, you will be 100% satisfied with the dress and feel great! A custom made wedding dress is truly a family heirloom.
Be sure to do your research at local gown stores and try on as many dresses as you like. Eventually you will begin to see a trend in the type of dresses that you like. Remember that you will be in the gown all day, during the ceremony and through the reception, dancing, greeting guests, etc. Make sure that you are comfortable and feel beautiful in your gown. This is the most important factor of buying the dress.
Do not buy a dress because you think everyone else will like it. This is your day and it is all about you. Remember that when selecting your gown.]]></description>
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	<title>Wedding Dress Code of the Bride and Groom</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 21:47:49 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[It is always an easier task for men to find what to wear for their wedding. Usually all that is required of men is a well ironed tuxedo that can be hired and returned after the wedding is over. Not so for the women however. Finding the perfect wedding dress can be as traumatic as the day itself. Endless fittings to get the right size of dress and not forgetting the various accessories to make it all work.
For these reasons this is something that should definitely be planned in advance. Especially so if you are planning your wedding in the spring or summer months which are the months when most weddings take place and finding the clothes needed for the occasion is more difficult due to the higher demand for wedding attire. Women will definitely be more inclined to plan in advance due to the many facets involved when choosing a dress. For men this is easier due the less arduous task of finding a tuxedo hire shop and making sure that the size that is required is available.
Women on the other hand will need more time to find the right dress and need various trips to the wedding dress shop to make sure that the fit is just right. This makes it especially important to allow ample time before the wedding so that the search is done without running out of time, as finding the right dress is already a process that can take up a lot of time. The fitting of the dress could yet prove to be another time consuming process. It is generally considered cautious to allow a 2-3 months period before the wedding for the search and fitting of the brides dress. That is unless you are very well off and can afford your own personal dress maker who you can have at your beck and call.
Of course there is not only the dress to consider but also the accessories that go with it like the bunch of flowers, shoes, the veil and so on. Attention to detail can pay off to the overall look on the day. For men of course all that is needed is a nice matching tie and clean well pressed white shirt.
Even though making sure that we take time in choosing the groom and bride dress it should not mean that time means money. In fact the time needed can ensure that you get the best deal possible and look stunning without paying through the nose. Sometime the simplest looking dress can look better than the most ornate looking one. As the saying goes less is sometimes more.]]></description>
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	<title>How About Designing Your Own Wedding Dress?</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 21:47:10 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[As you probably have begun to realize, planning a wedding is both exciting and often more than a little nerve-wracking. Preparing for a ceremony as special as a wedding is plenty of cause for excitement and anticipation. However, there is so much to do and, most likely, since you'll want it to all go perfectly that's plenty of cause for anxiety and stressed nerves. And when you consider that it isn't the kind of thing we do on a regular basis, nor something that we normally have any training for, you need to ease up a little on the quest for perfection and try to focus on the excitement.
Your wedding dress is likely to be the most significant component of the wedding ceremony. Everyone's eyes will be on the bride. Whatever style of wedding you settle on, you'll find that there's a lot of traditions that relate to the wedding ceremony - even with some of the more unusual themed weddings. Still, there is room for you to add your own special touches - to make your wedding uniquely your own.
If you've never thought about actually designing your own wedding dress, you should give it some thought. If you've priced wedding dresses, you'll be aware that even low-end brands may cost over 5 or 6 hundred dollars. Dresses sold by bridal shops tend to include a lot of overhead and additional costs which you can avoid by designing your own wedding dress. If you have a friend or relative who is well-skilled in sewing, you can save even more money. One of the greatest benefits of designing your own wedding dress is that you will end up with a true one of a kind, a wedding dress no one else owns.
One caution - before you start designing be certain that you have or can find a person with the needed skills to actually create your wedding dress from your designs and ideas. This is not something you can wait until the last minute to do. You'll need to spend some significant time working with this person - well in advance of the wedding - so make sure of both the person's skills and availability.
A good place to start generating ideas for your wedding dress design is to consider the theme of the wedding and when and where it'll be held. Is it going to be a summer wedding? A winter wedding? Will it be outdoors or indoors? Will the reception be indoors or outdoors? What special characteristics does the location have? This is particularly important for an outdoor wedding since the answers can have a significant bearing on the style of wedding dress you design. As an example, an outdoor wedding in Texas in the month of August requires a wedding dress design that will not leave you soaked in perspiration. You should also consider how formal or informal the wedding ceremony itself will be.
If you don't already have some ideas for a design, a good place to start may be with bridal magazines, wedding dress catalogs and even on-line bridal shops. All these can be good sources for ideas to use in designing your own wedding dress.
While you are always free to design your wedding dress to reflect your personal style, most likely you'll want to follow one of the standard shapes generally used for wedding dresses:
A-line - Empire - Straight - Ball Gown - Mermaid - Strapless.
The shape of your body is an important factor in choosing a wedding dress shape that is most appropriate for you. If you have a full figure, or what is considered a &quot;pear&quot; shape, an A-line style dress may work best for you. A dress with this style accents the top-half of the body which is smaller while concealing a larger bottom half.
Not many women tend to opt for a straight wedding dress, including women with coke-bottle figures for whom this style of wedding dress was designed.
If neither of these styles seems to suit you, then a ball gown may be a good choice. This style of wedding dress has a snugger fit at the waist with a somewhat exaggerated full skirt.
A strapless style can be integrated with several shapes. The so-called mermaid style tends to be somewhat uncomfortable and not particularly popular. If you feel uncertain about what shape may work best for you, you can always visit a bridal shop and try on several styles to find the one that appeals most to you.
Once you have chosen the shape, design and style for your wedding dress, you are ready to consider the type of material. Silk and linen are both commonly used in creating wedding dresses. Both can be fairly costly and linen, in particular, tends to be quite delicate and require considerable care when putting the wedding dress together. There are also blended materials which use silk or linen along with other man-made materials allowing the creation of a fabric which is both beautiful and substantially easier to work with.
Once you've decided on the shape and design, and chosen the fabric, it's time to get together with the individual who will be making the wedding dress for and begin bringing the wedding dress of your dreams out of your dreams and into reality.]]></description>
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	<title>A Brief History of the Wedding Dress in USA</title>
	<link>http://www.eWeddingArea.com/_FOLD_PATH_Wedding-Dress/A-Brief-History-of-the-Wedding-Dress-in-USA.html</link>
<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 21:46:39 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Brides have been distinguished through the history of manhood for wearing special clothing that becomes the focus point of the celebration. The wedding dress has existed for centuries, becoming particularly important in Europe during the middle Ages and the Victorian Era.
Today, even the informal wedding dress retains the symbolism associated with the cultural and traditional heritage of the diverse countries around the world. In the USA, the wedding dress took the name of the wedding gown and its history can be traced back at least for 200 years.
The British settlement in Jamestown was the scenery of the first wedding traditions brought from their homelands as early as the beginning of the American colonization; however, there is no register explaining or depicting the bride's clothing.
A bridal gown has been always attached with different symbolism, including the white color, white for purity, and something old and blue for good luck of the newly married. The Wedding dress is like an image, it may worth a thousand words... when exists.
Contrary to European women, brides in America began to save their wedding dress around the last 100 years, and a couple of years ago the DAR museum in Washington, DC, featured the exhibition of the early wedding gown.
The informal wedding dress evolved to a more elaborate wedding gown during the 19th century, adding later the tradition of wearing a mother's wedding dress in the ceremony as a sentimental and acceptable option, but Victorian traditions are more popular today that they were in those times.
In the United States, a bridal gown influenced by European styles was usually only seen in ceremonies held by wealthy people. There is evidence of multicolor wedding dresses available in those early days of the American wedding dress history.
However, white became the preferred color for both the informal wedding dress and formal wedding gown after the famous royal wedding of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert in 1840. The wedding dress with train and veil became the new trend of the 1870&rsquo;s.
The 20th century brought a new type of bridal gown, with a slight trail of fabric behind, and confectioned with embroideries, laces such as Venice, Honitan, and the popular Chantilly with reminiscences of different previous weddings styles.
The Wedding dress became officially known as the wedding gown during the 1930s, denoting the luxurious floor length clothing worn by brides in the middle of the Depression Era in America, and the informal wedding dress became popular after the pop revolution of the 1960&rsquo;s.]]></description>
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	<title>Top 5 Reasons for Hiring a Wedding Planner</title>
	<link>http://www.eWeddingArea.com/_FOLD_PATH_Wedding-Planner/Top-5-Reasons-for-Hiring-a-Wedding-Planner.html</link>
<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 21:42:26 -0400</pubDate>
<category>Wedding Planner</category>
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	<description><![CDATA[One of the most joyous occasions in life is a wedding, a time when two people in love exchange those powerful words, &ldquo;I Do&rdquo;, which binds them legally as husband and wife. Although an exciting time of life, planning a wedding is also a very stressful time. For that reason, many people have discovered the benefits of hiring a professional coordinator to ensure everything comes together as it should. In this article, we are providing you with the top five reasons for hiring a wedding planner so you can enjoy your wedding with much less stress.
Stress-Free
The number one reason for hiring a wedding planner is to dramatically reduce the level of stress. Every wedding, even the best planned will have challenges. Unfortunately, when the bride and/or groom are the ones trying to handle all the obstacles along with everything else, they feel completely overwhelmed and suddenly, the enjoyment of wedding planning is out the door. With a professional planner, they supervise all of the events associated with your wedding so you no longer have to sweat the small (or big) stuff. That means everything from the delivery of the flowers, to the set up of the cake, to the limos arriving on time is taken care of for you.
Creativity
A good wedding planner will have been in the business for years. Because of this, they have coordinated hundreds of weddings and can take ideas to share with you for your upcoming wedding. That means instead of a wedding cake that is three layers of chocolate, you could end up with something tropical, one layer of pina colada cake, one of red raspberry, and a third of coconut cream. The point is that by hiring a wedding planner, your ideas can be expounded on, enhancing your wedding.
Precise Detailing
For all weddings, there are so many small details that often, things get overlooked. One of the frustrations for the bride and groom is trying to maintain all of those details so the wedding goes off without a hitch. An experienced wedding planner knows all about the small details and has an outstanding ability of keeping track of them. He or she would sit down with the bride and/or groom and go over each aspect of the wedding, covering every possible angle so nothing is missed.
Insider Information
A huge benefit in hiring a wedding planner is that they know who the best of the best is. If you want a DJ, they can provide you with several top choices. If you want a catered meal, they can tell you exactly which caterer serves fabulous food at an affordable price, or if you want a horse drawn carriage to take you to the reception, they know who to call. For you, that means no time is wasted making phone call after phone call, only to walk away frustrated and empty handed.
Discounts
Finally, hiring a wedding planner is an excellent idea if you want to save money. Because these professionals have connections with all types of people in the wedding industry, they can typically pass on excellent discounts to you. Keep in mind that does not affect the quality of the service, just the price.
Here are some great resources I used to help me
Wedding Planning Secrets
Master Wedding Planning Guide
Wedding Tips.com
Save Money On Your Wedding
Good Luck And God Bless
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	<title>Wedding Planner Software</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 21:41:50 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Because your wedding day is the most special day of your life, you will want to make sure everything is planned by an online wedding planner. A wedding planner software includes everything needed to consider for your day. Take a look at your engagement, wedding day, wedding planner software and honeymoon, and plan appropriately.
The wedding planner software gives you a glimpse inside your wedding day. The wedding planner checklist includes every detail of your day. What is the theme of your wedding, how large is your wedding, how many guests? Are you prepared? Have you thought of everything? The list includes a timeline of when everything should be done. For example, after you have become engaged, you and your spouse will want to discuss the budget, the style of your wedding, number in wedding party and number of guests. You may want to schedule pre-marital counseling, reserve wedding sites, book the hotels for the guests, and plan the catering for the reception.
Don't forget the photographer, and all other plans made during your engagement. Six months before, you will want to look at the number of guests and who will attend, as well as choosing wedding rings, your bridal party, music, ushers, filling out gift registries, making honeymoon plans, and much more. You can also find more ideas on your online wedding planner such as personality profiles and others. There are lists for each month before, and right up till the day of your wedding and after. As you go through your planner make sure to check off every item, as you will feel more organized this way.
Your wedding planner checklist includes all the important details for your day. Every item is important and needs to be planned accordingly. From the engagement to the honeymoon you will be thrilled to see that it is quite possible to be very organized. So, research our available sites, and happy planning! Wedding planner software can make your wedding day less stressful.]]></description>
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	<title>Finding the Wedding Planner</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 21:41:26 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Are you in love with the dream of the perfect wedding yet overwhelmed with all the details and responsibility put upon you to plan your dream day yourself? A reliable wedding planner can help make the day you'll always remember a wonderful experience instead of a memory worthy of a nervous breakdown.
Also called wedding consultants or coordinators, wedding planners are the bride's right hand down to every detail in the ceremony and reception. She can be there the moment after the ring is on the finger to the last guest at the reception. The bride has the choice to give as much or as little responsibility to the planner as she desires.
But how do you know if you should hire a wedding planner? Here are a few examples where a wedding planner can help:
1. The first and probably most important aim of a wedding planner is to relieve as much stress for the bride as possible while still making her feel in control of the event.
2. If you are planning on a budget, your wedding planner will be sensitive and also be capable to balance the expenses. A good planner will prioritize what needs more or less monetary attention. Also, you will more likely go over your budget if you plan alone. Your wedding planner will not only make you stick to your prearranged budget, but also knows many vendors and can find special deals you would otherwise not be able to attain.
3. A wedding planner will be flexible enough to accommodate your dreams for your perfect wedding, they should have the creativity to both encourage and execute your unique ideas. This is your wedding. You know what will make it memorable, and your planner should help make this dream come true. However, these professionals know what is and is not acceptable for a wedding ceremony. A good wedding planner will be honest about your not so great ideas such as the best man's beer funneling contest.
4. If the ceremony is planned out of state, a planner in that area will be familiar with geography and will know the best vendors for that area.
5. One of the most important qualities of your perfect wedding planner is a shared sense of taste. Ask her what type of weddings she likes and ask to see samples of her past events. The right planner can narrow down choices in a certain category depending on your taste. Instead of thousands of invitations, a wedding planner will weed out the obviously unsatisfactory ones and let you choose from the top three.
6. Finally, wedding planners know all the questions everyone else forgets to ask. If the ceremony is outside, she will remember where the bathrooms are or if portable ones need to be rented. It is the wedding planner's job to leave no corner untouched.
There are many online resources you can use to search for the closest planners in your area. Remember to interview each applicant to see if they are qualified and if you both see eye to eye. Once your perfect wedding planner is hired, relax and know your big day is in good hands.]]></description>
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	<title>Make Your Own Personalized Wedding Planner</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 21:40:58 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Keeping all your wedding papers and contacts organized is a must when planning a wedding. There are many computer progams available to help you do this, however, it's kind of hard to carry a computer along with you as you make your rounds visiting locations and meeting with vendors. As well, many people aren't all that comfortable using a computer for such things.
There are also many books and organizers available which you can purchase to help you with this organizing task. You can find these at book and stationary stores, however you can also quickly put together your own wedding planner, personalizing it to suit your needs. Not to mention, you will save yourself some money. With wedding budgets being fairly tight, this is an inexpensive alternative. Here's how you can make your own wedding planner.
Materials Needed:
1 three-ring binder 10 to 12 tab pagesLined loose-leaf paper10 to 12 clear, top-loading plastic protector sheets1 to 2 clear, press-on laminating sheets (for the front &amp; back covers)Photos, lace, ribbons - whatever decorations you desire to dress up the front coverWhite or tacky glue
How To Put It Together
1. After choosing your photos and other decorative mementos for your planning book, work out a pleasing arrangement on the front cover. You may also wish to use scrapbook paper to help you with the design. There are many beautiful papers available for this purpose and can be found at any craft store. Once you have your arrangement set, glue the pieces to the cover. Apply the laminating sheet over the top. Move your hand from the center out to the edges to push out any air bubbles and smooth out the sheet.
2. Taking your tab pages, label each one with the following labels:

    Calendar - create your own wedding countdown sheet or print one off from the Internet. Insert the countdown calendar in this location and check off each item as you complete each of the steps.
    Budget - keep your budget sheet here with estimated costs, actual costs, who's paying for each item
    Invitations &amp; Thank You's - printing, guest list, postage, etc.
    Flowers - all flowers for both the reception and the ceremony, including bouquets
    Clothing - wedding dress, headpiece and veil, accessories, groom's attire, attendant's attire &amp; accessories
    Wedding Ceremony - ceremony location, officiant, musicians, soloist, decorations, wedding programs, etc.
    Photography/Videography - engagement photos, wedding photos, newspaper announcements, albums, videotaping, etc.
    Reception - location rental, table setup, plates &amp; cutlery, decorations, entertainment, wedding favors, labor, etc.
    Wedding Cake - wedding cake, groom's cake, cake topper, cake knife and server, etc.
    Food and Beverages - all food and beverages, serving tables, how it's to be served, etc.
    Honeymoon - transportation, accommodations, entertainment, clothing, etc.
    Miscellaneous - all the other stuff: transportation to and from wedding/reception, marriage license, blood tests, rehearsal dinner, gifts for attendants, any other expenses 

3. Place your tabbed sheets into the binder. Place your budget worksheet under the budget section. Add several sheets of loose-leaf paper to all the other sections for making notes. You should copy the related budget information on the first paper sheet of each section for quick reference. Use the note paper to write down names, dates, meeting times, phone numbers, addresses and any other related information to that section. If you receive business cards (which you will), tape them to the pages.
4. Place a plastic protector sheet in each section as well. You will use these to hold contracts, receipts, price lists, pictures, clippings, brochures, and other related category information. Not only will you be able to quickly get your hands on a piece of needed correspondence or a receipt, you will also have a collection of mementos that can be used later for putting together a wedding scrapbook.]]></description>
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	<title>Why Hire a Wedding Planner?</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 21:39:43 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Are you trying to decide whether to hire a professional wedding planner or do it yourself? Take a look at this rudimentary collection of chores and details to be attended to in order to pull off a successful wedding. You'll probably want to run, not walk, to find the nearest professional wedding planner or consultant.
There's the church wedding, and all it entails, from providing your baptism certificate to choosing between confetti and biodegradable rice. Then there are such items as who sits where, ushers, bridesmaids, best men, flower girls, music, wardrobe, hairstyles, flowers, and rings. Not to mention the vows. And all the rehearsals.
There's the reception. Finding the right venue and the right caterers can be a really stressful task. Then you have to plan the menu, the bar and the service, all the while hoping against hope that everything comes out okay. Not to mention the wedding cake!
There's the photographer. And do you want stills and videos too? What kind of transportation will you use? What about the invitations; how to know what to put on them, who to invite?
Are you getting the picture yet? The above list shows only the tip of the iceberg. The myriad chores involved in completing just one of those tasks is enough to make one elope to Las Vegas or Mexico!
In fact, the only reason you might hold back on hiring a wedding planner is your budget, but that reasoning is not well thought out. A professional wedding planner not only has the know-how and the contacts to get you the best deals around, but also will hold you to your original budget with an iron will and the experience to back it up. Without someone like this on your side, things can get out of hand pretty fast.
Make your dream wedding a memory to cherish forever, not a nightmare full of stressful problems to solve. A wedding planner will stick with you through thick and thin and be a shield and a comfort, so you can relax and enjoy the best day of your life!]]></description>
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	<title>The Basics Of Picking Your Wedding Rings</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 21:03:59 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[When it comes to jewelry for men and women, there is no piece of jewelry more important or more valuable than the wedding ring. A wedding ring is more than a piece of jewelry &ndash; it is a symbol of love and commitment.
The care you take in choosing a wedding ring should reflect its importance, and it is important for both the bride and groom to respect each other&rsquo;s taste and style when choosing the wedding rings.
== Choosing The Perfect Wedding Rings ==
Choosing the perfect wedding rings is often one of the first important decisions the couple will make. It is important, therefore, to give this important decision the respect it deserves. Shopping for a wedding ring as a couple makes a lot of sense, since it allows both the man and the woman to choose jewelry that meets their unique style.
== Wedding Ring Choices ==
There is certainly no shortage of choices when it comes to wedding rings. There are wedding bands in gold, platinum, titanium and sterling silver. The jewels included in wedding rings can vary as well, from a single understated diamond to a diamond-encrusted band. It is important that the style chosen be suitable for both the bride and groom.
It is important to remember that the couple will be wearing their wedding rings for the rest of their lives, so it is important to choose classic styling and timeless good looks when shopping for wedding rings.
== Places To Start The Search ==
There are of course many places to start your search for the perfect wedding rings. All jewelry stores have wedding bands available, and most of the larger jewelry stores will have many different styles available. In addition to the styles on display, jewelers also have access to a wide variety of wedding ring styles that can be special ordered.
Department stores can also be good sources of top quality wedding rings at excellent prices. Couples should not overlook the local department store when searching for the perfect wedding rings.
Whether you find the perfect wedding rings at the local department store or the best jewelry store in town, it is important to plan ahead.
It may take some time for special order rings to be received, so it is important to shop early to ensure that the rings you want will be available in plenty of time for the biggest day of your life.]]></description>
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	<title>How to Choose Your Diamond Wedding Ring</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 21:03:25 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[A favorite activity of everyone getting married is the incredible fun of going through a wedding ring selection process. But there are so many things to consider - and sometimes it can turn into a nightmare.
I've got to be honest here, everybody secretly wants a monster stone in the most beautiful setting possible. Do most women get it? No, not really. A perfect, flawless 3K diamond (or bigger) isn't realistic for most. Getting married involves a lot more than a flash ring which is going to have to be paid for and, of course, the bigger it is, the longer it's going to take to pay for it.
Like most young girls, you may have spent a lot of time dreaming of the perfect diamond wedding ring. Hopefully, you and your fiance decided to shop for rings together, or you have informed him of what you like. You will wear the wedding ring for a significant amount of time and it only makes sense that it's something that you like. If your knowledge of diamond wedding rings is limited to size, it's a good idea that you obtain more information before you make your wedding ring selection.
Consider some alternatives like &quot;Loose or Set&quot;.
When most people think of a diamond wedding ring, they often think of a stone that is already set or mounted. You can actually buy a diamond only and choose a setting later. Why would you do this? The cost. When you shop for loose diamonds you will notice that diamonds are available in various sizes and shapes, including oval, round, and marquise.
Now let's say you are pretty much indifferent to the shape, but you might want to consider your hands. Certain styles complement certain types of hands. A good guide is to match the shape of the diamond to the hand. Do you have long, narrow fingers? Then an oval-shaped diamond or similar elongated style diamond for your wedding ring would probably work for you. Round diamonds usually are considered a good choice for most hands.
Now, what about the setting.
You really need to carefully consider the setting when shopping for a wedding ring. Should you choose platinum or yellow or white gold? Yellow gold is the setting that most people choose for their wedding ring. It is typically less expensive than platinum or white gold. But if you do choose a yellow gold wedding ring, be careful that you don't choose a higher quality just because you think it is better. As the quality of yellow gold goes up, the softer the metal becomes. A wedding ring set in 24k gold will be less resilient to scratches and more malleable than a ring that is set in 14k gold.
Platinum is by far the most expensive and most durable of the trio. White gold is a good choice for a wedding ring setting if versatility is important to you. White gold tends to go with everything.
White diamonds are by far the most popular. Did you know that you could buy a pink diamond? Diamonds are available in other colors, but these are typically more expensive. Second to the classic white diamond is the yellow diamond. When shopping for your wedding ring you will actually find more of these than any other color of diamond.
OK, now the big one - consider the cost.
Your budget probably carries the most weight in your wedding ring selection. A wedding ring featuring a diamond can cost as little as $100 and as much as $1,000,000. In general, the amount of money you can expect to pay for a diamond wedding ring will vary according to the type of stone and the setting. The more carats (that is the bigger the single diamond or the more smaller diamonds there are in total) a wedding ring has the more it will cost. Diamonds set in platinum will cost you the most. You can, however, spend much less on a wedding ring set in 14-carat gold. You can balance the cost by buying a wedding ring with a high number of carats and set in a less expensive setting.
Ultimately, you have to carefully consider your budget and your future. There is no single answer that will suit everyone. Some have the enviable pleasure of being able to buy whatever combination they most desire. For most of us, however, we need to begin our married life by using smart and careful selection to make sure our diamond ring not only suits and satisfies us, but also doesn't stress our finances.]]></description>
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	<title>Choosing the Perfect Wedding Rings</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 21:02:56 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[As you are deciding on which wedding rings you and your beloved desire to wear as a symbol of your undying love for one another you may be interested in how this practice came about and the true meaning of wedding rings.
The ring of course is a circle and a circle symbolizes infinity, agreement, harmony, rebirth and the universe. In ancient times the rings was connected with the Sun and Moon. It was believed that a ring would protect and was a magical guard, so to speak to ward off all negativity through its continuity. Rings were considered to be magical and/or sacred. Gods and Goddesses even wore rings such as in the Babylonian mythology with tales of the rings of Shamash and Marduk. Rings have always been associated with the magic, the zodiac, and even more. Even today, the wedding ring is believed to hold a kind of power that can be seen when a priest or minister blesses the wedding rings before the couple exchanges them. This practice symbolizes protective powers over their marriage or union.
Now you may be wondering why a wedding ring is worn on the &ldquo;ring finger&rdquo;. Well, this also goes back to ancient times and once again magic. As you delve into history of the wedding ring and the reason, it is placed on the third finger you will marvel at some of the beliefs. Here are a few historical facts concerning the &ldquo;ring finger&rdquo;. In ancient times, the third finger was used to apply herbal medicines to the body because the effectiveness of the cure would be stronger. It was also believed that a nerve from the third finger went directly to the heart. In astrology, this belief is similar, the &ldquo;ring finger&rdquo; is called the heart finger because of the belief of the special nerve or vein that was in the third finger connected to the heart and was a symbol of loved and fidelity. No matter where you search throughout history the third finger has always been used a symbol of love, faithfulness, trustworthiness, and fidelity.
With that said, you know just how important the wedding ring has been throughout history is not just a ring but was used as a promise and union between couples. So, now it is time for you to choose your everlasting wedding rings that will not only symbolize your love and devotion for one another but also withstand time and last forever, as your love for each other.
As you begin looking online and at your favorite jewelers you will find many exquisite wedding rings and some are sure to be out of your price range. The number one thing to do is to set a budget. No matter how much you can afford to spend, you will be able to find the perfect set of wedding rings that will show your love.
Next, you will have to decide what type of material you would like your rings to be created from. Weddings rings are designed from materials such as yellow gold, white gold, sterling silver, platinum, and titanium.
Yellow gold is still one of the most popular materials for engagement rings and wedding bands and can be found in 10K, 14K, or 18K.
White gold is becoming a bit more popular because it tends to look a tad more modern and stylish.
Platinum is one of the hardest metals that is used to create engagement and wedding rings. Many people are now choosing this material because of its durability and the idea that like their marriage it will withstand time. Platinum is a very pure more so than gold, which is normally, only 75 percent gold and platinum rings are usually around 95 percent platinum. These rings do tend to be a bit more expensive but you are more than likely hoping that your ring will last forever, so the price is well worth a ring that is so durable.
Next, of course is titanium. Titanium is kind of the new metal. It is very long lasting, lightweight and not very expensive. These are the most durable wedding rings on the market and are very popular among men because of their elegant style and withstanding power. Yes, you can scratch the ring, but overall they will withstand so much more wear and tear than any other metal.
You may hear that you should choose a wedding ring that will match most of your clothing, but I totally disagree with this statement. A wedding ring is not just costume jewelry that needs to blend in with your outfits. Your wedding ring should be one that you desire to wear every day for the rest of your life. If you looking for a wedding ring to match your clothing then you are really looking for a mere decoration for your finger and not a symbol of everlasting love.
Now you know what material you would love to wear but now comes the hardest part of all. You must now choose the style. First, you must decide if you both wish to wear matching designs or if you prefer your own individual style. The most common styles for wedding rings include the traditional plain bands, bands with beaded edges, bands with etched designs, two-tone bands, Celtic wedding bands, solitaire rings with a precious stone such as a diamond, and solitaries that have one larger stone with smaller stones circling.
Choosing the perfect gemstone for your wedding ring can also be difficult. Diamonds of course are the most popular. However, even with diamonds, you have choices to make; you will need to decide on size and even color. Pink diamonds are now becoming very popular for many women. Remember not to choose soft gemstones such as amethyst or aquamarine as they can be damaged if worn every day. The harder stones are better for durability such as diamonds, rubies and sapphires.
Remember, above all, these are the weddings ring that you both will wear for a very long time. It should stand for you love and devotion and commitment to one another. Choose one that will last.]]></description>
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	<title>Wedding Rings - Sacred and Enduring</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 21:02:22 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[This is the one memorabilia of your wedding that you will have to live with the rest of your life. It is expected to stay on your finger up to the time when your knees will buckle though your waist won't. When your mind tells your feet to move but your feet won't.
My wife made sure that I get replacements for every wedding ring that somehow I lost. At a bar, at the motel, while washing my hands in a restaurant, at a high school reunion. Now I am an authority on wedding rings.
Wedding rings are testaments of the enduring passion that we live and die for, that we take joy and suffer for, the testament to what is noble in us. This thing that even the emotional part in us can not take for granted. Love.
Wedding rings have been taken to symbolize our connection with what is sacred and enduring. It also means something rare, beautiful and precious. Traits that married couples work out to give to each other. The circle of the wedding ring itself stands for continuity and perpetuity. Artisans have been inspired by the idea that today even with the changes in technology, even when traditions can be compromised in the name of modernity, the idea of the wedding ring as a vital part of the union remain unchanged. Wedding rings are the highlights to any wedding.
A good wedding ring should be easy and practical to wear, it should be durable enough to stand the abuse it can take over the years and it must look good on the finger.
Diamond rings are the most enduring of all gemstones. It is the most coveted although the least affordable. A diamond ring can last forever, unchanged, if proper care is given to it. It may be the hardest of all substances yet a diamond can scratch another diamond. When not in use, it should be kept in its own box.
Wedding rings however do not have to be costly if the couple can not afford it. The symbolism of the ring remains the same.
Blue stands for spirituality and purity. Famous among the blue gemstone are the sapphire, the blue tourmaline, the blue iolite and the blue spinel. The Queen Mother, Queen Elizabeth, Princess Anne and Lady Diana all received sapphire rings.
Ruby signifies fire. It symbolizes the heart and the passion for life. There are still less expensive red gemstones that represent the same symbolism. The red spinel, the red tourmaline and the red garnet. Princess Sarah Ferguson received a ruby.
Green gemstones signify faithfulness and continuity. Choices here will include the emerald, the green tourmaline and the green garnet.
The pearl itself is associated with love and wedding long before other gemstones have been connected its representations.
The circle can be intertwined in two colors (for example white and yellow gold) to symbolize the union.
In as much as it can be afforded, wedding rings should never be scrimped upon. It is not only an enduring tradition born out of our search for what is eternal in us, it is also what will remain with us after everything else has passed.
We still wear it even if everyone else has already forgotten.
This is also the reason why today, decades after; I am still wearing my last wedding ring - in her memory.]]></description>
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	<title>Tips for Selecting Antique Wedding Rings</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 21:01:51 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Antique wedding rings can be either real antique rings made in the past or custom made rings that model the style of rings made in the past. Either one is relatively easy to find on the internet or off. It's simply a matter of doing some research and double-checking to make sure that you're buying a real antique ring and not a remake.
Tip one, if you are looking on a website thoroughly read all that material before purchase so that you are clear on what they sell. It may also be a good idea to check with the better business bureau and see if there are any complaints about the marketer. This also holds true if you are shopping in a store or antique market for a ring.
Tip two; don't let a pushy seller talk you into something you aren't sure of before you are ready to make the purchase. They should always be willing to hold a ring or let you come back. This is your wedding ring and it's meant to yours for a long time so make sure you like the one you get.
Tip three, if it&rsquo;s a real antique you may wish to have it appraised by an outside appraiser so you can see if you are getting a good deal or if you need to have it insured. Also check to see if a ring of this type comes with documentation. Documentation can be anything from an affidavit of the previous owners with preferably a picture of the ring being worn at sometime in the far past to previous appraisals of the ring. Follow these tips and keep a sharp eye out and you're sure to find some real gems.]]></description>
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	<title>How To Buy A Celtic Wedding Ring</title>
	<link>http://www.eWeddingArea.com/_FOLD_PATH_Wedding-Ring/How-To-Buy-A-Celtic-Wedding-Ring.html</link>
<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 20:31:28 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Celtic wedding rings are beautifully symbolic, and are completely appropriate to wear whether one has Celtic roots or not. Knot work designs are physical representation of the weaving together of two lives into one mysterious circle, which in itself is symbolic of a balanced, committed relationship.
It&rsquo;s practically impossible to find Celtic rings at local jewelry stores, and having them custom made can be cost prohibitive. When searching online, consider these two suggestions.First, choose the style based on the quality of the design. For example, some patterns are about harmonious flow, while others suggest peaks and valleys. The meaning, which should be on the website, should match the nature of your relationship. The ring should have knot work that is clean and well defined. It should be available in 14K, 18K, platinum or some bi-metal, gold/silver or gold/platinum combination. Real jewelry designers can customize the pieces with diamonds or other precious gemstones.
Second, the company must have a proven track record with dozens of testimonials, a Better Business Bureau rating or something similar, and if possible, a brick and mortar location. The ring should be returnable and sizable. Workmanship must be guaranteed. Deal with companies from your own country with strong customer service. When ordering, you should be able to easily speak with someone. 
The most important thing is that the rings should be beautiful, unique, and resonate with your own profound, sacred connection and commitment to your newly betrothed. ]]></description>
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	<title>The Wedding Ring - A Brief History</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 20:14:58 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Most people know that a wedding ring is symbolic of the bond of love and commitment between two people. But not everyone knows about the history behind this small yet powerful symbol. The history of the wedding ring goes back not just hundreds but thousands of years. No other currently practiced wedding tradition has been around as long.
The Egyptians were the first recorded civilization to use the wedding ring. In Egyptian hieroglyphics a circle represented eternity. Once a woman accepted the ring she became the &ldquo;property&rdquo; of the person who gave it to her and she was in a sense &ldquo;his.&rdquo; The first wedding ring could have been made of braided grass or hay (which would have been changed often), ivory, bone, or leather. Eventually, metal was used, but the first wedding bands were crude and lumpy. However, the sentiment remained the same-eternal commitment and love.
The Egyptians wore the wedding ring on the left hand because it was believed that a vein in the left hand went straight to the heart. This tradition is still commonly practiced today in most parts of the world largely for practical purposes (most people are right handed.) It is worn on the fourth finger of the left hand. But there are some countries and groups which do not follow this tradition. In the Jewish faith, the wedding ring is put on the index finger. Roman Catholics traditionally wore their wedding band on the right hand, and in many countries and regions in Europe some people still follow this tradition.
It is interesting to note that in the long history of the wedding ring that it is only in the last century that men have begun to wear them. However, now both men and women show their love and commitment by exchanging rings on their wedding day.
Once you begin shopping for rings you may be amazed by the choices that await you. There are several different types of metals: traditional gold, white gold, platinum, and titanium. You can have an inscription put on the inside of the band if you like. Some people are even choosing a tattoo band. The styles vary from a simple, yet elegant band to an elaborate ring covered with jewels. If you do not buy the wedding and engagement rings as a set you will want to be sure the styles are compatible. Choose carefully because this choice will need to stand the test of eternity.]]></description>
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	<title>Buying a Wedding Ring</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 20:14:34 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Traditionally rings are used at weddings to seal the vows between the bride and the groom. The historical reason lies in the fact that many cultures believe the circle to be a symbol of perfection. So its use in weddings is to hopefully reflect the perfect union of two people so that they can live together happily for the remainder of their life. To add to the romanticism of wedding rings, ancient Egyptians believed the vein in the fourth finger in your left arm to run directly to the heart. The fourth finger obviously being where we usually put the wedding ring. The ring is therefore one of the most important purchases we will make when we marry.
The first thing to do when buying a ring is to find the size of finger of the bride to be. Rings like any item we wear has its own size. The best way to find out the size of your proposed bride is to see if the rings she already wears fits your finger. If that is a no go, you could always take a sneaky measurement of the diameter of the ring. Other ways to find out are to ask a friend or relative or even take her to a jewelery shop to buy her a ring as a present and then make a note of the size of the rings she tries on. If all else fails then it is not difficult to have the jeweler re-size the ring if it does not fit after you purchased it.
Other important considerations when buying a ring are the type of stone for the ring. The most traditional stone is the diamond. The carat is the weight of a diamond with one carat being equal to 200 milligrams. The more carats in a diamond the more expensive it will be due to the fact that larger stones are more rare. Clearer diamonds are more free of blemishes and therefore more pure and hence more expensive. The &ldquo;clearness&rdquo; of a diamond has ratings ranging from &ldquo;FL&rdquo; for flawless to &ldquo;I&rdquo; meaning imperfect. The clearness of a diamond also dictates the color it has and the clearer it is, the more colorless it is and hence more expensive. Again here a rating is used, with &ldquo;D&rdquo; for diamonds that are completely colorless to &ldquo;Z&rdquo; meaning they are kind of yellow. Finally the cut of the diamond is also a very important consideration. A well cut diamond will be more expensive. This is because the way it is cut allows how much or how little light goes through it and this also adds value to the diamond.
Buying a ring is therefore something for which we should be well prepared for before the wedding, and ideally something that should be done well in advance. Nothing worse than finding a diamond we like a couple of weeks before the wedding and find that is only for display and that it could take a further couple weeks more to get another few in stock. Don't let that happen to you.]]></description>
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	<title>Create Your Own Wedding Ring</title>
	<link>http://www.eWeddingArea.com/_FOLD_PATH_Wedding-Ring/Create-Your-Own-Wedding-Ring.html</link>
<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 20:14:09 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Have you been searching for the perfect wedding ring? Many people spend hours and hours shopping for the perfect wedding ring only to end up very discouraged. Often they can not find the ring they want or if the can it is out of their price range. The simplest solution to this dilemma is to create your own wedding ring.
Wedding rings are very important to a couple who have taken the step and decided to spend the rest of their lives together. The wedding ring is the outer physical symbol of this agreement or pact that the couple has made to each other. The ring is a symbol for the vows a couple has taken. Since it is the outward symbol of the marriage it is very important to choose a wedding ring carefully and to find exactly what you want. That is why creating your own wedding ring is often the best option. It is easy, can save you a great deal of money and you will have a unique symbol that the two of you share.
This article will list some of the top reasons you should consider getting a custom wedding ring instead of buying a stock ring from a store.
Custom made wedding rings are Unique
That is right by designing your own ring with a professional ring designer you can ensure that your rings are unique. In fact you will be the only two people in the world to have that exact ring and that exact design. What better symbol of your love to show off to the world then having your own unique wedding ring. Believe me you will get compliments on your ring everywhere you go. People are often amazed that you can even make your own rings and love the uniqueness of the designs.
Custom made wedding rings are Personalized
In creating your own wedding ring you can personalize the design to fit your tastes and even contain secret symbols or messages to each other. If you have a favorite style of ring or artistic style, colors or other thing that you would like to include in the design the jeweler will be glad to consult with you and help you incorporate the design into your ring. For example a lot of people really love the deep symbolism of Celtic knot work since this is a knot tied with one piece of rope and it is never ends it is a continuous knot that runs forever. A lot of people really love this symbolism and love wear a customer made unique wedding ring that has these types of symbols in them. It brings a lot of significance to the ring.
Mutual Agreement
In making your own wedding ring you will come to a mutual agreement on the design and it is an experience that you will always share together. When you sit down with the designer you can both share your ideas openly and talk about the significance of the ring for each of you. Then the designer can work with these ideas and your suggestions and create something that will embody all of these things. It is wonderfully to wear a ring that was created from a joint experience you both had and not just some stock designer ring that holds no meaning or no experience or significance behind it.
Price
This is the best part for many people just getting married. By designing your own ring you are usually reducing the cost of the rings. You see most rings are created by some famous wedding ring designer and the price is based on the popularity of the designer. However, the average person has no idea who these famous wedding ring designers are anyway. So even though you spend a great deal of money on a wedding ring by a well known artist chances are most people will have no idea. However, by making your own ring there is no designer label or name behind it and therefore the costs is often cut in half or even more! Not only that chances are the most people will have no idea who the designer is of a certain ring they will definitely notice you have a unique one of a kind ring!
My wife and I decided to get a custom designed engagement and wedding ring set when we were engaged. Not only that we had the designer work with us to incorporate the feeling of the wedding ring into the design of the grooms or men&rsquo;s ring also. So now they look like a perfect matching pair of rings! Just think we saved over 65% by purchasing this way at the same time as ending up with unique rings. You really can not go wrong in designing your own wedding ring.]]></description>
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	<title>Titanium Wedding Ring, The Perfect Choice</title>
	<link>http://www.eWeddingArea.com/_FOLD_PATH_Wedding-Ring/Titanium-Wedding-Ring-The-Perfect-Choice.html</link>
<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 20:06:28 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[When you are looking to the perfect wedding ring, why not try a titanium ring. With this ring, you will get a perfect wedding ring that has a lot of beauty to it as well. The titanium wedding ring has become more popular in the past few years. This is because of the style and look of the titanium wedding ring.
If you are looking for a wedding ring that is going to be special and last a lifetime, you should consider some of the titanium wedding rings. There are many different styles and even grades of titanium wedding rings, so before you decide you should have an idea of what kind you want.
If you have no idea to the kind of titanium wedding ring you want, make sure that you have no plans for quite a while because you are going to need to be able to take your time in choosing a titanium wedding ring that your better half will be happy with in the end.
So if you are looking for a titanium ring that will last forever you can not go wrong with choosing a titanium ring for yourself and even for your loved ones. You will not have to worry about the titanium ring losing it contrast or shine because of the quality of the metal that is used for the making of the titanium rings. You will even be able to find a ring that will suite everyone&rsquo;s needs and want as well.
That is because they are a versatile metal that will last a long time and look great on all different types of skin that is out there. If you are worried about having any problems with the titanium ring that you are going to purchase you will want to talk to your jeweler about any concerns that you may have with the purchase of a titanium ring for your loved one or even for your self.]]></description>
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	<title>What Are The Most Popular Wedding Favors?</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 20:05:40 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[The last thing a bridal couple should need to worry about is the type of wedding favors to have when there are so many other decisions looming on their shoulders. But sticking with perennial favorites such as candles, soaps, personalized trinkets and wedding cameras can make the wedding favor selection relatively painless.
There are many different varieties of candles given as wedding favors, and the possibilities can seem endless. The candles can be very small, as of the tea light variety, or a little larger in the votive size, or even much larger in a pillar size. They can be any color, such as a formal white, soft pastel colors, or any other color to match the bridal party color scheme. Sometimes, the candles are in unique shapes such as a heart, bridal gown, champagne glass, wedding cake, or flowers.
Along the same lines, soaps can also make unique wedding favors, and they are available in many different varieties, colors, and sizes. They are commonly in the shape of hearts or flowers, and are mostly in pastel colors such as yellow, pink and blue. In addition, they can take on different forms, such as bath salts, bath confetti, or bath fizz. These are versatile enough to also make great favors for a bridal shower, especially one marked as a personal shower.
For a more personal touch, there are many different trinkets than can be personalized with the bridal couple's names and/or wedding date. These can be as simple as tags or ribbons that are added on to other items such as flowers or candies, or as different as tea tins and packets of cappuccino. Some of the most common personalized favors are vases, photo frames and candle holders. Of course you don't want to leave men out of this. Golf tees and matchbooks can be personalized as well! And don't forget the napkins to wrap the wedding cake in.
Another very popular option is that of wedding cameras. One or two of these are usually placed at each table. The guests can then use them at their discretion to take pictures during dinner, or of each other dancing, freeing up the photographer to take portraits. At the end of the evening the bridal couple gathers up all the cameras to get them developed. The cameras can be bought in bulk and can have a variety of different designs on them from flowers, to beach, to printed love poems. They can also be personalized, just like any other favor.
Candles, soaps, personalized trinkets and wedding cameras are some of the most common wedding favors, but there are many other ideas as well to make every wedding personalized to the individual couple. This is a time to make everything as special as can be, and wedding favors make it just that much more so.]]></description>
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	<title>History of Wedding Favors</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 20:05:16 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[When planning a wedding be sure to give special attention to the wedding favors. Wedding favors are given to guests as a thank you to friends and family for sharing in your special day.
Do you know what one thing is a favorite for not only wedding favor ideas but wedding gift ideas too? Candy! If you don't know the couple very well or are just at a loss as to what to give them, a gourmet box of chocolate candy is sure to please.
To add a keepsake value to the candy wedding favor, many brides to be choose decorative boxes or baskets to hold the candy that guests can display and use in their homes to remember the day for years to come. The boxes and baskets can be decorated with the colors and theme of the wedding, and personalized to include the couple's names, initials or help to tell the story of their lives and achievements with their design.
The favor boxes and baskets are then filled with chocolate candy of all types. Chocolate kisses can be found wrapped in many different colors of foil, or you can have them specialty wrapped to color coordinate with the wedding. Chocolate truffles, chocolate dipped pretzels, and chocolate-coated nuts are among the favorites to include. For variety, add some bite size versions of the all time favorite candy bar, hard candy in a variety of flavors and colors and don't forget the candy cane. Candy canes now come in gourmet flavors and colors and with a bow tied around them make a nice addition to the mix. A candy cane with card attached to the bow can also serve dual function as a placeholder and an after dinner mint.
Everyone loves candy and will find something in the box that makes their mouth water. The key to a great candy favor box is variety and of course the container. The possibilities are limited only by your imagination. Boxes can be paper, wooden, glass or crystal. The candy assortment can be wrapped in colored foil, tissue paper, any style of transparent gift-wrap or small fabric bags. Confetti placed inside adds a fun &amp; festive touch and a pretty bow tied around it another. This type of candy favor can also be tied around a larger favor such as a candle or bath salts. Baskets are very versatile and used later by the guests to hold keys, jewelry, and other small items around their home.
When picking your wedding gift ideas, whatever your decision, be sure to include some candy. Chocolate candy, hard candy, the candy bar and candy cane bring out the child in all of us. And who knows better how to laugh, have fun and enjoy a special day better than children?]]></description>
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	<title>The Wedding Favor Tradition</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 20:04:44 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[No one knows for sure how it all got started, but story has it that hundreds of years ago when the Bride and Groom decided to join hands and become one, in order to make official their commitment to one another, the witnesses which of course now a days better known as wedding party guest who attended this unity in marriage as proof of this unity took home a memento or wedding keepsake.
In this keepsake, or back in the day &quot;scroll&quot; was the Bride and Groom name and date of their unity as record and confirmation that the ceremony indeed took place and made legal.
The purpose of these wedding favors or bridal favors were simply to confirm the unity of the marriage and to offer these witnesses or wedding reception guest wedding favors as part of the ceremonial and reception party procedure. It was thought that thought that it was not just a gift of celebration but more of a ceremonial tradition that was required in order for it all to be legal and binding.
Of course there is no facts that this was the case but there appeared to be some type of tie between weddings ceremonies and wedding reception traditions. For example unity candles play a big roll in ceremonial church weddings.
We can all agree that these unity or ceremonial candles are used to symbolize the unity of marriage when two hearts become one.
This is the same thought that goes behind every wedding favor.
Wedding Favors are to symbolize the celebration of love and marriage but even more its a part of a tradition an acceptance of a wedding tradition where guest party favors are as much a part of marriage as the ceremony and legality itself. Favors are a part of marriage as is marriage a part of wedding favors.
Think about it for a moment. If you were to get married and had a wedding party of two hundred or so guest, the day was lovely and everything went very well, except for one thing, favors were not offered to your guest.
I am sure you feel like there was something missing at the end of the day? Your guests would definitely feel the same way if there was no type of personal wedding party favors or unique wedding favors to take home with them to remember your special day.
The reason for this is because wedding favors has now become a big part of the bridal party wedding tradition and also has become a fact of life. This tradition was believe to have started hundreds of years ago and to this day wedding favors are alive and doing very well.]]></description>
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	<title>Edible Wedding Favors</title>
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<pubDate>Sun, 21 May 2006 20:01:29 -0400</pubDate>
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	<description><![CDATA[Have you found yourself browsing, reading, and asking for wedding favor ideas? You&rsquo;ve come to the right place! First, we have a secret to tell you: even the prettiest wedding favors should be functional. That&rsquo;s right! What would you do with a personalized seashell if you received it as a wedding favor? Be honest - you&rsquo;d rest it on a shelf somewhere to collect dust. Unfortunately, most couples put very little thought into their wedding favors. It seems that wedding favors are cast aside as last minute ideas that make their puzzled guests say: &ldquo;huh?&rdquo; once they receive it.
Don&rsquo;t want to fall into that category? We don&rsquo;t blame you. So you need a solution: make your wedding favors serve a purpose. Why not give a gift of edible wedding favors? You can wrap your wedding favor in gorgeous wrapping, such a tulle, so it still comes packaged to perfection. Remember, edible wedding favors do amount to a little extra care. If you&rsquo;re wedding favor is chocolate, you&rsquo;ll want to keep that chocolate refrigerated to keep it from melting. Just remind your wait-staff that everyone needs to go home with an edible wedding favor!
It&rsquo;s important to note that not everyone is fond of chocolate. Many people have allergies to chocolate and peanuts. Some of your guests may have allergies and you might not know it! If you should decide to use peanut ingredients, or any nuts for that matter, you should somehow inform your guests. A waiter can make an announcement that your beautifully packaged edible wedding favors contain the following ingredients, thus if anyone has an allergy - please refrain from indulging.
Hard candies and mints make for excellent wedding favors, as you do not have to worry about them melting at room temperature. Flavored jelly beans are adored by children and adults alike. You can buy these jelly beans in bulk quantities and create a large number of candy sachets for your edible wedding favors.
Whatever you decide to give as an edible wedding favor, you know that it serves a purpose. It will not puzzle your guests and make them wonder where to place it in their homes. It will serve as a beautifully packaged treat that matches your overall d&eacute;cor. It&rsquo;s the idea of your gift that counts most. If your loves ones can see that the wedding favor came from your heart, they will embrace it with the fondest memories of your special wedding day.]]></description>
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	<title>Wedding Favors to Fit Anyone</title>
