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Inspiring Wedding Cake Toppers

Originally Posted By Lei Lydle on WeddingBasics.com
Updated: 6/27/2009 9:47:32 AM

Creative cake toppers are one way to make your wedding cake unique.

286 Comments | My Wedding Files: Cakes 

North Carolina Bridal Shows and Events

Originally Posted By Lei Lydle on NorthCarolinaWeddingsandEvents.com
Updated: 6/9/2009 7:00:24 PM

The Grooms Cake

Originally Posted By Lei Lydle on WeddingBasics.com
Updated: 5/25/2009 1:56:53 PM

Article dicusses everything you need to know about the Groom's Cake and proposes creative ideas for this special cake.

234 Comments | My Wedding Files: Cakes 

The Maid/Matron of Honor

Originally Posted By Lei Lydle on WeddingBasics.com
Updated: 5/16/2009 1:23:47 PM

The Maid of Honor is usually the bride's closest sister. Otherwise, she could be…

9 Comments | My Wedding Files: Attendants 

Save the Date Etiquette: Everything You Need To Know

Originally Posted By Lei Lydle on WeddingBasics.com
Updated: 5/11/2009 7:50:44 AM

Save the Date Cards are announcements that inform your guests of your future wedding in order to keep your special day free. They are essential in the following situations: if many of your guests are traveling to your wedding, your wedding takes place on or around a holiday, you are planning a faraway destination wedding, or your wedding will take place in a seasonally busy or tourist locale, where the flights and hotels perhaps book up early.

11 Comments | My Wedding Files: Guests  Invitations 

Engagement Announcements

Originally Posted By Lei Lydle on WeddingBasics.com
Updated: 5/11/2009 7:50:02 AM

Your guide to placing engagement announcements in the newspaper…

4 Comments | My Wedding Files: Get Started 

Disney Weddings at Walt Disney World in Florida

Originally Posted By Lei Lydle on WeddingBasics.com
Updated: 4/27/2009 9:06:34 AM

View of Main Street Disney WorldIf you are dreaming of a destination wedding that includes a honeymoon, we have found the perfect place...

Walt Disney World...

...where dreams really do come true with a little help from Disney’s dream team of romance.

Disney is such a popular wedding destination we have written two articles about it to help you plan your Disney Wedding:

South Carolina Bridal Shows and Events

Originally Posted By Lei Lydle on SouthCarolinaWeddingsandEvents.com
Updated: 4/2/2009 4:28:15 PM

Response Cards

Originally Posted By Lei Lydle on WeddingBasics.com
Updated: 3/24/2009 2:42:31 PM

Response Cards are included with the invitations to indicate whether or not a guest will attend your wedding…

11 Comments | My Wedding Files: Guests  Invitations 

Dressing the Mother of the Bride and the Mother of the Groom

Originally Posted By Lei Lydle on WeddingBasics.com
Updated: 3/21/2009 5:02:41 PM

The dresses of the bride's and groom's mothers should be in harmony and within the overall look of the wedding in regard to style and color…

79 Comments | My Wedding Files: Fashion 

The Wedding Aisle - Who is Walking You Down it?

Originally Posted By Lei Lydle on WeddingBasics.com
Updated: 3/21/2009 11:12:46 AM

Choosing who should walk down the aisle with you is not as easy at it has been in the past. In the past, it has always been assumed that the father of the bride is to be the one...

33 Comments | My Wedding Files: Attendants  Ceremony  Get Started 

Running of the Brides

Originally Posted By Lei Lydle on AtlantaBridal.com
Updated: 3/21/2009 11:12:24 AM

Brides share their experiences at the Filene's Basement Wedding Gown Sale. Get tips and ideas for a successful shopping day and share your experience to help others.

31 Comments | My Wedding Files: Fashion  Get Started 

Valentine's Day Engagements and Weddings

Originally Posted By Lei Lydle on WeddingBasics.com
Updated: 2/16/2009 11:05:40 AM

Valentine's Day seems to be the perfect day to get engaged or married - love is all around...roses abound. Personally, I did not get engaged or married on a special holiday but I love to hear stories of those who did.

This weekend I attended 11 or maybe 12 weddings on Valentine's Day. Rhodes Hall hosted weddings at their fabulous facility every 15 minutes - I believe they hosted 25 weddings that day in total. It was such a fun day and I wish I could have stayed for every wedding because each couple's story was unique and fascinating. I am writing a separate article about this event with pictures and video so keep an eye out for it!

A few years ago, I went to a wedding reception on Valentine's Day. The actual ceremony was at a church but only family were invited. The reception for friends was just at a local neighborhood pub - no private room or anything. This was a second wedding for both the bride and groom so they chose something small, informal and very sweet. Everyone cheered when they arrived at the pub and it was truly a festive occasion. Lots of impromptu toasts...hugs and smiles all around. The couple looked very happy.

If you got engaged or married on Valentine's Day, please share your story with us.

13 Comments | My Wedding Files: Get Started 

How to Choose A Calligrapher for Your Wedding

Originally Posted By Maren Nicholas, Dreamweaver Calligraphy on WeddingBasics.com
Updated: 1/16/2009 8:45:06 AM

“Why choose a calligrapher?” you might ask. Your wedding invitation is the first thing your guests will see about your wedding. It sets the tone for your whole day. Many calligraphers can help you achieve the impressive look you desire by writing in a style that can fit in with any theme, from modern to traditional. As the bride, you decide what is the impression you want to make and then you go from there. The calligraphy on the envelope helps set the mood for your wedding. A beautifully addressed envelope or handwritten calligraphy placecards tells your guests “I thought about you today”. They know the extra work went into making a special impression and many keep the artwork as a souvenir of the time they had at your wedding.

Read the entire article for tips on choosing a calligrapher for your wedding.

2 Comments | My Wedding Files: Invitations 

It's Bridal Show Season! Be Prepared to Get The Most Out of Your Bridal Show Experience

Originally Posted By Lei Lydle on WeddingBasics.com
Updated: 1/4/2009 2:40:16 PM

Great Insider Tips You Don't Want to Miss!

It is that time of year again and bridal show season is upon us. You will find that there are events all over the country this month and next – almost every weekend! Bridal Shows can be a great way to find products and services for your wedding but some of them can also be overwhelming if you are a first-timer.

Here are two articles you will want to read before attending the shows:

Also, check out our Bridal Events page for listings of local bridal shows and bridal expos in your area. Good luck!

| My Wedding Files: Bridal Shows 
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