Wedding Planning: General
Legal Name Change Kit for New Brides
Secure, online forms completed by thousands of brides... more
Wedding on a Shoestring Budget
Wedding expenses are soaring through the roof. Advertisers might have you believe that you must spend tens of thousands of dollars to have your dream wedding. I say it is not necessary. You can have a beautiful and meaningful ceremony on a shoestring budget... more
Marriage Proposal Ideas
There are few things in his life that are going to cause a man as much nervousness and anxiety as how and where to propose marriage to the woman that he loves. Naturally, the woman who receives the proposal is going to have a photographic memory about every little detail that took place, and the man might only remember that he was in the men's room, sick to his stomach and covered in a cold sweat... more
Planning a Simple Wedding
Weddings are a once in a lifetime event. They are special occasions meant to be remembered and cherished. Often the weeks and days leading up to the wedding are a reason for worry, more than the wedding itself. Planning a simple wedding can be fun, but if not done efficiently, it can turn into a disaster in the blink of an eye, besides being a major headache, if you don't know what to do... more
Staying Happily Married with Kids
Keeping your marriage alive is very important for having a happy and healthy family. You need to work on your marriage as well as having family time. Do you know the happy marriage recipe?.. more
The Most Flattering Hairstyles for Your Wedding Day
For your wedding day, you will not only want to look beautiful for your groom, you want to feel confident you are looking your best for the wedding photos as well. This will mean finding just the right hairstyle to complement your wedding theme, your personality and your dress. There are so many hairstyles to choose from, it may be hard to decide which will look best on you... more
How to Get Discounts from Wedding Vendors
One of the best strategies for getting discounts from wedding vendors is to find a sister, friend or co-worker who is getting married during the same year. Go together and interview 4 to 6 professionals from each service you will require... more
Threats to Your Marriage: Infidelity
In every marriage there are times when the partners are tested and required to stop and re-define their relationship. This article deals with the nature of threat in a marriage and with one of the most difficult ones, infidelity. It offers specific guidance on how to deal with challenges and use hard times to make the marriage stronger than it was before... more
Questions to Ask Before Saying "I Do"
Wedding day bliss, what a wonderful thing. The excitement, the plans, the wedding obligations begin to take on a life of their own, easily redirecting the focus from the marriage onto the wedding day. Since the common goal is for a marriage that lasts considerably longer than the wedding day here is a look at 21 questions to ask yourself before saying "I Do.".. more
Wedding Day Massage
During highly stressful situations, paying attention to your mind, body and spirit is the most important thing you can do for yourself. By getting a massage on a regular basis, starting several months before your wedding, can substantially relieve mental and physical tension... more
Wedding Themes Creation
The decoration for the wedding day has no rules that have to be followed. It is up to you to decide on the right wedding theme and decorations for your wedding day as it is a personal and creative choice that impacts the feel of the wedding mood and celebration. The wedding theme has to be decided on based on your individuality and as a couple. It has to be decided on while taking your dress choice, venue and overall color theme into consideration... more
Why Do Marriages Break Down?
Every person who goes into marriage enters it in the hopes of having a joyful and lasting marriage relationship. Yet, many of them sadly end in either separation or divorce. Know some of the common factors to marriage breakdowns before they creep into your marriage... more
Wedding Essentials
The wedding day is a very important day to both the bride and the couple. This is why they strive to create the perfect wedding celebrations with which both the guests and the couple will remember and cherish for many years to come. For a wedding to be successful, it is important for you to first know and realize what your wedding essentials are... more
Are You Ready for Marriage?
Marriage is serious business, are you up for it? With drive-by weddings and next day divorces becoming a norm, many have started to just think about marriage lightly, if not jokingly. But for the serious minded person, here are some factors to consider... more
Depression and Marriage
Unhappy in marriage? It could be that you're unhappy in marriage because you're clinically depressed. And as anyone who has dealt with serious depression knows, it can wreak havoc on you as an individual, as well as significantly impact your spouse and your marriage... more
Dealing with Feuding Relatives at Your Wedding
With careful planning, a bride can avoid unpleasant situations that would take away from the beauty of her wedding day. The bride and her mother should sit down and discuss any problems in the family and how they should be handled... more
Counseling Before Marriage
Well your wedding is one day in your life, but your marriage is all the rest of the days that come after it. No other relationship, except perhaps parenthood, even comes close in terms of the challenges and triumphs of marriage. It is the most intimate relationship created by choice that is humanly possible... more
Private Labeled Bottled Water for Your Wedding
For most people, the wedding is a very import event in their lives. The joining of two people and the creation of a new family is one of the most meaningful occasions in a person's life... more
Showing Your Gratitude to Out of Town Guests
On the bottom or back of your wedding program, an expression of thanks to out of town guests is very appropriate and makes for a lasting keepsake... more
Wedding Problems to Avoid
What in the world could they have been thinking? Definitely words you don't want to hear your guests uttering at your wedding. But despite your best intentions, sometimes things slip through the cracks... more
Things the Mother of the Groom Can Do to Help
Generally speaking, the mother of the groom is responsible for coordinating her wedding attire with that of the bride's mother. She is also responsible for hosting the rehearsal dinner at her home, a restaurant or hotel... more
Keeping the Romance in Marriage
Romantic relationships happen because of the hopes and dreams a couple has for a happy life together. The relationship will continue to be pleasant and rewarding as long as the hopes and dreams are kept alive by staying concerned with what is good about the relationship... more
Tips for a Retro Wedding
Some of the most unique wedding ideas can be found by looking back to fashions and trends of days gone by. Art Deco 1930's look can lend an elegant Hollywood-style glamour in any budget while 1960's, a time of "peace, love and understanding" can give your marriage the best possible start... more
Stylish Wedding Entrance
If you are going to be the talk of the town for the day, why not arrive in style? Not just any style! Arrive draped in a style that oozes with your personality and the ambiance of your wedding day... more
Have You Hired a Bad Wedding Vendor?
Travel today is as easy as swiping a credit card and getting on a plane. Thus, brides are traveling all over the United States to say their "I dos." However, traveling is the easy part... more
Jealousy in Marriage
Jealousy in marriage is destructive, a real relationship killer, and one of those common marriage problems that needs to be resolved... more
Kids in the Wedding Party and in Attendance
Experts advise that if you want to include children in the wedding ceremony, it's usually best to have kids aged four and above. The most important thing to bear in mind is to communicate clearly with your flower girl or ring bearer, and their parents, about the job you've given to each... more
The Loss of Intimacy
It is amazing the number of couples that allow the intimate side of their relationship slide. Loss of intimacy is one of those common marriage problems that eat away at the very foundation of a marriage turning what was once a loving and fulfilling relationship into nothing more than a shell... more
Marriage Problems: The Compound Effect
Have you ever noticed how little insignificant and unimportant issues can become a real problem in a marriage? So many couples fall out over something quite minor, and then something else, and then something else until all the small little issues become one quite big marriage problem... more
First Six Months of Marriage
You have met your soul mate and have just got married. The wedding went perfectly and everyone had a great time. You went on an amazing honeymoon in a wonderful tropical paradise. Both of you had a great time and are riding on a high when you come back from your honeymoon... more
Is Conflict Healthy in Marriage?
Today my three-year-old daughter told my husband that she wants to be married. When he asked her why, she replied, "Because you get to be nice to one another"... more
Keeping the Stress Level Low
The worst thing that could happen to any bride on her wedding day is have a nervous breakdown! A wedding is certainly one of the most significant events in any person's life, but it doesn't mean that one has to spend each and very waking hour worrying about it... more
Money Matters
True enough, a wedding is the most difficult event to plan and prepare for. And it gets even more challenging if the budget is tight. But don't fret, we have come up with some tips to help you stay on track money-wise... more
Marriage or Divorce: Check Your Social Security Number
Newlyweds and the recently divorced should make sure that names on their tax returns match those registered with the Social Security Administration (SSA). A mismatch between a name on the tax return and a Social Security number (SSN) could unexpectedly increase a tax bill or reduce the size of any refund... more
Is Your Marriage On Auto-Pilot?
Ah, remember that honeymoon phase when you first fell in love? You may have even been in the lust and infatuation stage before you even realized you were in love... more
Wedding Day Hair Styles Checklist
The big day is fast approaching, and the energy of the moment sweeps you up. But does it carry your hair along too? Use the following checklist to ensure your wedding day hair is everything you dream it will be... more
Considering a Second Marriage?
Before making another step in marrying again, are you ready to experience again the consequences of living again with someone?.. more
Brides and Bloating
You have spent countless hours planning and dreaming about your wedding day which is now fast approaching. As you count down the days the panic begins to set in. How do I prevent the all too familiar pre-wedding bloating experienced by so many brides on their wedding day?.. more
What Destroys a Marriage
Many marriages and dating relationships fail years before the loving couples meet. The exposure to a value system that promotes the acquisition of material possessions has a direct affect on our development as children. We learn early in life to take control of our material possessions... more
Wedding Week "I Do's" And "I Don'ts" for the Groom
While planning a wedding can leave one harrowed by "the big day," there are some strategies both brides and grooms can use to make events go as smoothly as possible... more
How to Plan Your Wedding on a Strict Budget
You've met the man of your dreams, and now it's time to plan the wedding of your dreams. However, since you aren't marrying Donald Trump, you have finances to consider... more
Choosing Your Wedding Hair Style
Choosing how you should look during a wedding can be very risky. If you were not advised by a professional, this is not the time to try on new make up and hairstyle trends--unless you wanted to end up as one with the worst wedding fashion... more
Planning Your Second Wedding
So you have decided to tie the knot for a second time. Take a deep breath and let the wedding plans begin! Planning a second wedding can oftentimes be more difficult than planning for the first... more
Including the Mother of the Groom
Typically, the mother of the bride is quite involved in the excitement of the wedding planning, but often the mother of the groom is ignored, though she may want to be involved as well... more
Weight Loss Tips for Brides
Your big day is fast approaching and you're terrified that you won't fit into that dream wedding gown you've bought. Follow this simple, yet proven approach for 3-4 weeks before your wedding day and drop at least one dress size... more
Little Wedding Planning Details
Your wedding should be the happiest day of your life, not a frightening remembrance of the past. The difference between a successful wedding and a disaster greatly depends on planning... more
Marriage Proposals: Doing It Right
Proposing marriage to your beloved is a very big step. You get the ring, but then you don't know when, where, or how to actually pop the question. You want it to be an event that both of you will remember for a lifetime. Some things to consider are listed below... more
Seven Marriage Spice Up Tips
Question: My marriage is getting pretty dull. My husband and I are going through a low point where everything seems to be pretty boring. What are some things that we can do to spice up our marriage?.. more
The Meaning of Different Wedding Flowers
If you plan to walk down the aisle anytime soon, you should be aware that the flowers you carry might say more than you intended... more
Newlywed Tips: Picking the House You'll Both Love
If Men are from Mars and Women are from Venus, how can they agree when it comes to buying their first home? With most men preferring high energy sporting events to Celine Dion concerts, and most women preferring love stories over "Die Hard" it isn't difficult to see that men and women can be headed in different directions when it comes to selecting a home... more
All Inclusive Honeymoons
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Thank You Notes Etiquette
Show your gratitude for gift givers by sending out thank you cards. It's a great way to show your appreciation for the gift they gave as well as the thoughtfulness of their generosity. Whether you receive gifts for a wedding, shower, or birthday, all gifts and acts of kindness should be reciprocated with a thank you card. Below are some pointers to keep in mind... more
Budget Reality
Each time I sit down with a prospective client, I have a three-page survey for them to fill out at the beginning of our consultation. In the survey, I ask general questions about what vendors they have already secured for the wedding date as well as questions like, "Where did you find Lazar Bridal Consulting?" and "What has been the hardest part of planning your wedding thus far?" It never ceases to amaze me that most clients state, "The budget!" as being the hardest part of planning their wedding... more
Garden Wedding Ideas
Planning a garden wedding can be lots of fun. A garden setting offers one of the most romantic and sensual locations for celebrating your special day. Remember to keep it simple and elegant. Below you will find suggestions on how to achieve the ultimate garden wedding of your dreams... more
Tips About the Wedding Toast
Consider hiring a coach to help you manage it all and be an auxiliary "brain" so you can be free to experience the moment. A coach can point you to many resources, help you keep it all organized, and lessen that "overwhelmed" feeling... more
The First Year of Marriage
We have all heard the statement, "the first year is the hardest". Can you picture the person who first said that to you? Did they seem happy about being married or were they proclaiming their happiness through gritted teeth?.. more
How to Get Started Planning Your Wedding
He's finally popped the question. You're now engaged and have set a wedding date... "Now What?", you ask yourself... more
How to Look Great on Your Wedding Day
Looking great on your wedding day means being radiant, relaxed, and ready to start a brand new existence with the person whom you've chosen to spend your life with. Your hair, nails, makeup, dress, and how you look in that dress, are all part of becoming the bride you want to be on that special day. Since pictures taken on that day remain part of your life forever, it's important to look and feel your best... more
Wedding Anniversary Signature Frames
So you're having a wedding anniversary. Congratulations! It's quite a remarkable achievement in this day and age, and whether you're celebrating a 10th, 25th, or 50 year anniversary each year marks a memorable milestone and deserves a special celebration. It also requires a unique gift to commemorate and memorialize such an important occasion... more
Wedding Signature Frames
So you have been invited to a wedding. Whether you are a friend, family member or the proud parents, one of the most important, if not stressful decisions is what to buy the new couple. This new union will require a unique gift, a gift the newlyweds can actually use and enjoy. Is there such a gift that can provide these qualities while still being original?.. more
Too Many Divorces, Too Many Marriages
My oldest boy asked me something the other day about all the news regarding the high divorce rate. I told him there aren't too many divorces, there's too many marriages. Most people get married without really knowing who they are marrying or just how big of a commitment they are making. Heck, most people get married before they even know themselves very well. When the reality of it all hits them, they are either stuck in a bad marriage for life, or they get a divorce. Education is the solution... more
The Marriage Test: Realities of the Unwritten Contract
Love should not blind a couple to the realities of their legal status of husband and wife, for they are bound by an unwritten contract of marriage governed by the laws of the federal government, the state they live in and the decisions of the judiciary. Every bride and groom must learn that the state is at the altar with them... more
Optimism Can Help or Hurt Your Marriage
Beth and Tom were happily married for over 25 years--no small feat in today's world. At first, their friends could not understand how their marriage succeeded, due to numerous perceived shortcomings... more
Renewing Your Wedding Vows
A vow renewal ceremony is a special way to declare your continuing commitment to your spouse before family and friends. The ceremony can occur any time after your original wedding... more
Hiring a Vendor You're Comfortable With
"When we met our photographer, we just knew he was the right one," said Joanne. "He made Kevin and me feel so relaxed. I could just picture him at the wedding, getting along with all the different personalities and putting everyone at ease.".. more
The Rules of Engagement (A Guy's Rant)
OK, so my wedding is just over 2 weeks away. Our year-long engagement is coming to an end, so I feel I can now share with you the wisdom of the engaged guy. I must do it now, because once you're married, the way I hear it, you forget all about all of this stuff. Kinda the way you forget a lot of your single days when you start dating someone. Freaky... more
No Kids at the Wedding Please
As much as you love your nieces, nephews and even your own children, some of you know that an otherwise perfect day can be tarnished by a misbehaving little one. You don't want to hurt anyone's feelings, so what should you do? If you don't mind kids at your wedding, then this article is not for you. If your are in the other group, read on... more
Keys to a Successful Marriage
Recently, I attended a fiftieth wedding anniversary party for my friend's parents. Until I met them, I did not believe the traditional nuclear family existed in America. With all of the statistics boasting about the high rate of divorce, increase of couples with children not getting married, but living together, single parent households, and stepparent families, I must admit that my outlook on marriage had diminished... more
All Inclusive Wedding Packages
Are you interested in an all inclusive wedding plan? When you hear "all inclusive weddings" you just might think of the many options in the Caribbean, but there is a wedding company in California who offers many all inclusive plans. Michelle O'Connor of .. more
Should I Hire a Wedding Planner?
A wedding planner will act as a consultant to help you plan your special day. This consultant is a professional wedding planner that knows etiquette from the socially correct formats through proper planning and organization of your wedding day... more
Celebrate the Little Things in Life
Looking at the calendar on my desk, I see that two days from now my wife, Diane, and I will celebrate our nineteenth anniversary. The date is circled and there are little red hearts filling the square. "T+D" in thick black letters and the number "19" is written over and over, outlining the date-square. Silly, I know. It's like filling your notebook back in junior-high with the name of your girlfriend. I guess I just can't help myself... more
Tips for Great Wedding Hair Styles
Six months before the wedding, have a major consultation with your stylist of choice. Bring along the headpiece and the picture of the dress if possible. The more the stylist knows about the mood of the wedding, the better he or she can create the perfect hairstyle... more
Create Your Own Personal Wedding Website
An informative and interactive wedding website can help open the lines of communication between you and your guests and thus make your destination wedding more enjoyable for everyone involved. Read further to discover how to unlock the potential of your own personal wedding website in planning your big day... more
Planning a Wedding: Get Organized
You've had friends to your home for dinner. Maybe you've hosted a Super Bowl party or two. But have you ever planned and coordinated an event for 50-300 guests? If you haven't, then welcome to the world of wedding planning... more
Difference Between a Wedding Planner and Coordinator
Today, brides are busily buying books and paying wedding planners to plan their special day. However, they forget about the coordination on the actual day of their wedding... more
Tips for Planning a Small, Low Budget Wedding
Many brides have been dreaming about their wedding day since childhood. These dreams come with an expensive price tag and the realization of their fairytale day may be distant... more
Traditional Wedding Expenses Checklist
You must first decide how big or small your wedding will be and to realistically budget within those boundaries. Traditionally the bride and her family absorb all or the majority of wedding expenses. This tradition is no longer valid considering the escalating costs of producing a wedding... more