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.

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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...

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Today is Leap Year Day, February 29, and this is one day, historically, that it has been acceptable, even "legal" in some countries, for women to pop the question.  Of course, it is completely acceptable in this century for women to propose any day of the year but some women will follow this Irish tradition and pop the question today.

When, where and how did this tradition begin?  It is believed that this tradition began in 5th century Ireland.  Apparently women were tired of having to wait so long for men to propose and so, since February 29th was a day that was not legally recognized and only existed to correct a problem with the 365 day calendar year, it was decided that this day could be used to fixed this proposal problem as well.

In 1288, Scotland passed a law that allowed women to propose marriage to the man of their choice in the leap year. They also made it law that any man who declined a proposal in a leap year must pay a fine which could range from a kiss to payment for a silk gown.

Now don't get today confused with Sadie Hawkins Day, which is another day when women are traditionally "allowed" to ask men out.  I even read an article stating that Leap Year Day and Sadie Hawkins are the same day.  They are NOT the same day. Sadie Hawkins is in November and it is a completely different tradition.

So ladies, anyone planning to pop the question today? Or if you are reading this article after February 29, did you pop the question on Leap Year Day?

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The first step in planning a wedding is to set the wedding date. This can be one…

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Good wedding consultants can do wonders for your wedding. They can save you time and money during a very stressful time…

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Happy New Year and congratulations to all of you who were engaged over the holidays! Be sure to get started on the right track by reading my Squidoo Lens about wedding planning. And come back to this site and our network of sites frequently for wedding planning information for your area!

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Monograms in weddings are hot and getting hotter. These days, they're a theme all by themselves. Here's how to make them a part of your wedding.

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Marriage proposals made over a romantic dinner at an elegant restaurant can be very romantic but they are not necessarily creative.

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Is it the reception, the flowers, the music, the dress? Tell us!

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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.

I went to a wedding reception on Valentine's Day once. 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.

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I came across a press release today from UK Wedding Planner Tamryn Kirby that states, according to her survey:

"When it comes to planning your wedding, mothers of the bride are being relegated to second place in favour of partners, a new survey reveals on the eve of the National Wedding Show."

I assume she surveyed couples in the UK and I am interested to know if this is happening here in the U.S. as well. My own experience tells me that it may be happening in certain parts of this country since couples are waiting longer to get married and, in many cases, paying for their own weddings. However I do know that Mothers of Brides in the South still seem to be quite involved in the wedding planning process so I am interested to see what you all have to say.

Please read the full press release for more information on the results of Tamryn Kirby's survey.

Brides, please submit your comments and tell us who is more involved in planning your big day - your mother or your fiance?

Also, if you are a Mother of a Bride reading this article, Tamryn Kirby gives some advice in her press release on how not to become the Mother of the Bride (from hell). Since I don't know how long this press release will be available online, I am re-printing her suggestions here. But again, this is advice that should be credited to UK Wedding Planner, Tamryn Kirby of TK Weddings:

How not to become the mother of the bride (from hell):

1. Don't try to get involved with everything, ask which specific areas your daughter would like help with.
2. If you daughter and her partner are paying for the wedding, don't add lots of your friends to the guest list.
3. Listen to your daughter; try to understand what she's trying to achieve and the style she wants. It might not be your taste but it's an expression of her personality.
4. If you're contributing to the wedding fund, stipulate an amount. Be careful if you think you are stumping up £200 for a cake when your daughter is after a £1,000 designer creation.
5. Don’t worry that a barbecue or a speech from the bride aren't your idea of a wedding. Go with the flow.
6. Be interested but don't be nosey. If she wants to talk to you, listen. Don’t bombard her with questions - it will make her feel as if you don't trust her judgement.
7. Think carefully about your outfit and ask your daughter if she'd prefer you in a certain colour or style. It might be a good idea to talk to the groom's mum as well!
8. Consider a few mum and daughter treats. TK Weddings offer a great 'Afternoon Tea Treat' where you can both relax over afternoon tea in a top London hotel and talk all about your plans and get advice from award winning wedding guru, Tamryn Kirby.
9. Try to be as calm as possible. If your daughter sees you getting upset or stressed, she'll feel twice as bad.

Again, Brides we love to hear from you! Please submit your comments and tell us who is more involved in planning your big day - your mother, your fiance, someone else?

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Great Insider Tips You Don't Want to Miss!

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.

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Many brides will choose to change their last name to their husband's last name as is the general tradition. However…

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Have you submitted a review but don't see it posted? This article may help...

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Tips on getting yourself organized for the job of wedding planning…

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Wishing you all a Safe and Happy Halloween! The Youngest Bride is my little one who is dressing as a bride and I am dressing as a bridesmaid - fitting don't you think? ~Lei

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All about The Letter Writer - a wonderful service to help busy brides.

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We have updated the bridal show listings. There are lots of great bridal shows coming up in the next few weeks.

You can view the entire list of upcoming events by visiting our Events Page.

To get the most from your bridal show experience, get there early and plan to stay for the entire event. If you are able to actually spend some time talking with vendors you can sometimes save yourself from additional appointments. Don't just walk by the vendor booths and pick up information. Try to talk to the representatives and see if you connect with them. Personality and communication play a BIG part in wedding planning so this personal one-on-one time is important.

Read on for more tips like this and good luck at the shows!

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Your guide to placing engagement announcements in the newspaper…

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How are you planning? Do you have any gripes or advice for others? Share your stories here!

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Everything you need to know to get your marriage license…

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Newly updated with lots of direct links to the find the exact information you need to get your marriage license in South Carolina.

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Beautiful and creative ideas for decorating your wedding tables and chairs...

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Use these checklists and timelines to keep yourself on track…

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Wedding Planners can save you money and ease a lot of stress...

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A prenuptial agreement is a legal contract entered into before the marriage. The contract…

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Strategies and techniques to help you avoid problems on your wedding day...

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It is absolutely necessary that you have written and signed contracts with each and every wedding vendor…

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Create an Heirloom Gift with an Original Painting in Oil...

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Forums | General | Expected weather for your wedding - www sites

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KARENSUEGA	Posted - 19 January 2000 0:24 I have found two sites that will give you a forecast for your wedding weekend. The farmers almanac can give you what the normal temps and rainfall are for that day. The weatherplanner can give you what the expected weather is like, months in advance. Now I don't know if it's right, but it give you and idea. http://www.weatherplanner.com http://www.farmersalmanac.com/
EM	Posted - 19 January 2000 13:21 This is awesome. Thanks.

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Brides discuss a variety of topics...

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A list of national vendors with links for Subscribers Only...

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A list of national vendors with links for Subscribers Only...

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Forums | General | Sunset times

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EM	Posted - 6 January 2000 17:15 In case you're looking to plan around the sunset http://www.mindspring.com/~cavu/sunset.html

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Your guide to placing wedding announcements in the newspaper…

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Wedding consultants really do take the stress out of wedding planning. They know how to handle emergencies…

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