4 Inspired Ideas For A Glamorous Fall Wedding

The days of Summer will soon be coming to a close, which means fall is right around the corner.  So what better way to celebrate than with a fall wedding, right? There's so much you can do with the colors, centerpieces, favors and food to bring that seasonal element into your lavish wedding.  Here are a few irresistible fall trends that are so fun and chic!

Color Palette

Color can define the bride (You!) and the theme of your spectacular wedding.  It can set the tone you want to achieve at the wedding ceremony and reception.  With so many vibrant and luscious fall hues to pick from, you won't know where to begin.

First off, define you.  Are you the timeless, classic bride, the lavish bride or a little bit more modern?  Whatever personality style, there are rich color combos for every bride.  Browns, rich orange, yellows and deep reds fit a more classical bride.  A more luxuriously formal setting might include golds, metallic or luscious purples.  And for the more contemporary bride, you might go with black and burnt orange, yellow, or even Halloween colors!  You can even think outside-of-the-box to select the colors you want, maybe pairing shades of pink and yellow?

All these fall wedding colors sound amazing!  However, just remember to choose the colors that define you because that's what will make your wedding a huge success!

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Roast and Toast to the Fall: 3 Tips On This Fun Themed Party!

A Roast and Toast themed party is perfect for the Fall season approaching.  Imagine the cool chill in the air, sitting around a campfire and toasting to good friends.  You’ll enjoy this fun, fall themed party and cherish the moment with your fabulous friends.
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Creative & Inexpensive Autumn Party Ideas

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Wedding Decoration Ideas: Using The Fall Colors Of Nature

Nature offers such beauty—why not use it for wedding decorations? Using the natural hues (gold, russet, burgundy, and mocha) of fall leaves makes a gorgeous decorating theme.
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Canapes Catering: Catering to Your Every Need
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Mirus Studio: Photography for the Whole Family
Mirus Studio's photography focuses on the whole family! Experts in all forms of photography from children portraits, professional wedding photography and to special event photography.
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Get A Load of Bill Veazey's Party Store

You simply cannot imagine the wide range of party supplies and rentals available until you take a look at the stuff at Bill Veazey's Party Store in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. It's incredible! Whatever type of celebration you plan to throw, they have what you need. That's not just a saying either.
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A Work of Art with Designs in Sugar
If you want your guests asking, "Wow, where did you get that amazing cake?"  then Designs in Sugar is the perfect choice for you!  They specialize in wedding cakes, grooms cakes, special event cakes, gourmet desserts and stunning gumpaste flowers.
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End Zone Entertainment: Tailgating Essentials!

The cool breeze at your back, smell of freshly-grilled BBQ and the sea of team-colored jerseys could only mean one thing, football season!  Fire up those grills and pack those coolers full, because its time for tailgating!  Don't make your next tailgate a drab, fire it up with these four tailgating tips to make your game day a huge success.

Plan Ahead

A little simple planning can go a long way by setting aside ten minutes to decide what's on your tailgate agenda.  Decide what food, decorations and party supplies you'll need for the big game day.  If you're going to the game, remember to pack a large table for food and supplies, store food in plasticware containers for easy access and bring clean up supplies.  Are you going to make this a full out bash at home?  Send football-inspired invitations.  You can easily find personalized invitations online or make them yourself.  Add that tailgating feel in your very own backyard by setting up your lawn chairs, decorations, tables, food and games.  Also, check out your local party supplier for those essential gameday accessories for an easy setup.  Planning ahead will make your gameday a cinch.

Game Day Decorations

A tailgate wouldn't be complete without your favorite teams colors!  Purchase plates, napkins, tablecloths and cups in your team's colors to spice it up and

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Score Big With A Football Themed Party
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"Reel" In A Great Theme Party
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Why YOU Should Throw a Block Party
As the end of summer quickly approaches and kids get ready to start back to school, this is a great time to re-connect with your neighbors by throwing a fall block party or back-to-school block party.
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Excellent Food and Stylish Atmosphere's from Catering Affairs
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The Do's & Don'ts of Kids Parties!

Children's parties can be a bit tough, even for a well-seasoned party host. This month, we are going to explore the do's and don'ts of children's parties.

Do Plan Some Type Of Entertainment Or Play Activity

One thing I cannot stress enough is have an activity planned for the children. Even a simple game of pin the tail on the donkey is a good planned activity for a kids party.  You may choose to hire cartoon characters or a magician as a way to entertain the children. You may even rent a big screen tv, so the children can play video games. Whatever you choose, the key is having some type of activity or type of entertainment for the kids.

Don't Be Afraid To Ask For Help

You will need to have a few adults on the party scene to watch the kids.  Don't be afraid to ask other parents to help watch over them.  Most parents will be glad to help out.  You can reciprocate when they throw the next kids party.

Do Expect A Few Messes And Some Tears

Kids will be kids, and the younger ones will spill and make messes.  Be prepared ahead of time to handle these situations. Here's a hint:  If you have the party at your home and you have lightly-colored carpet, don't serve red punch (the tears shed may be your own). Plan your party so that any mess or spilled punch won't matter.  You can always do an outdoor party or rent the local…

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Simple, Inexpensive Ideas For Kids Birthday Parties
No need to pay an arm and a leg to have the biggest and best party on the block, kids just want to have fun!
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Roller Skating Birthday Party – Yes They're Back!
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Try Something New With An Adventurous Geocaching Sweet Sixteen Party
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Ideas For Your Summer Pool Party!
This edition will feature how to plan a summer pool party. How about creating your own tropical paradise at home! This article is chalked full of ideas.
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Kids Party Entertainment Ideas and Tips For Parties Big Or Small!
From music and simple games, to giant inflatable rentals, this article has you covered!
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Rise To The Occasion With Spectacular Balloons
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Texas Cafeteria: Keeping The Plate Lunch Alive
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Put Your Party In The Spotlight With Spotlight Karaoke
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Social media has transformed from a means of keeping up with friends and relatives into a way to connect with the world. Social media allows business owners to connect with customers, make business contacts, and create an invaluable online brand identity. Social media, such as Facebook or blogs, provides unique opportunities to directly interact with others to plan events, follow trends, and meet new people.

Whether you are planning a wedding or party or offering services, social media is a new, exciting tool in an ever-growing arsenal to connect online!

No matter if it is commenting on one of our many blog posts, finding your favorite vendors on Facebook, or re-Tweeting a favorite tip, there are countless ways to interact with wedding and party professionals using social media. These user-friendly platforms will put you in touch with thousands of people that traditional communication methods simply cannot reach.

Wedding and Party Network always strives to bring vendors and consumers together to create outstanding parties and weddings. Using local, exceptional professionals and connecting with them online is the newest and most exciting way to plan the perfect event!

Creative Ideas for Stylish Engagement Portraits
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Ask the Celebration Advisor: Facebook Invites for Wedding
My fiance and I would like to save money on invitations and we're thinking about using Facebook to send out invitations to our friends and family. Is this ok?
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Plan Your Wedding Using Social Media: Facebook
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Plan Your Wedding Using Social Media: Blogs
This edition will feature how to find a good wedding blog, what constitutes a "good" blog verses a bad blog, and how to use blogs to plan your wedding!
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How To Use Facebook To Plan Events
By creating a Facebook Event, throwing a quick party has never been easier! With just a few clicks of a button, you are able to create an event invitation and send it to all of your friends.
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Experience Exceptional Floral Design With Philip Combs Designs
An exceptional floral designer can make you say, "Wow." Philip Combs is one of a select few floral designers who has the knowledge, skill, and talent to create breathtaking works of art for any occasion.
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J. Miguel: Creating Memories One At A Time
Some photographers capture a memory, but the truly great ones create them. J. Miguel Studio specializes in creating sophisticated images of life's most special events, from infant portraiture to weddings.
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Have A Party You Can Be Proud Of With The Cake Lady!
The Cake Lady has everything you need to create your ideal birthday party, anniversary celebration, or themed party! And to top things off, The Cake Lady creates stunning, one-of-a-kind cakes to rival any bakery in the country!
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All About The Journey With Diamonds Limousine Service
What better way to treat yourself than to hire a limousine? The old saying "It's about the journey, not the destination," comes to mind when considering a limousine.
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5 Tips For Throwing An Outdoor Wedding!

It's that time of year again when wedding ceremonies head outside into the hot summer sun. Women trade heels for sandals and men forgo their jackets. Everyone feels happier, more relaxed, and ready for a breezy ceremony in the sun.

However, taking a wedding ceremony outside, away from the air conditioning, lighting, and even a roof can create some seriously sticky situations. Rain, excessive heat, or a swarm of bugs can quickly turn a picture-perfect memory into one you'd rather forget. But don't worry! There are plenty of ideas to keep you cool and calm on your big day!

1. Time of day. Generally, morning is the most humid time of day, while mid-afternoon is the hottest. This is particularly important if you're planning a midday ceremony. Try to avoid noon, when the sun and humidity are both at their peak and shade is at a premium. Instead, consider a sunset ceremony. As the sun goes down, heat and humidity will go with it, leaving plenty of shade and comfort. Also, with the rich sunlight off to the side, your wedding photos will look stunning!

2. Decor. What works inside doesn't necessarily work outside. Candles, flowers, and other decor can all be doomed when it comes to summer weather. Take candles, for example…

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Step into a Southern Fantasy at Aspen Hall Manor!

Location, location, location! You have heard it a million times, but it's never been more important than when planning your wedding. Aspen Hall Manor has everything you need to throw a destination wedding to remember: charm, location and elegance. Your guests will truly gasp for air when they approach this stately manor in the gorgeous, southern locale of Harrodsburg, Kentucky.

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Kudzu Catering Delivers Soul to Every Party!

There are some cooks who know how hit that special spot on your taste buds. The ones, like grandma, know exactly what you're looking for without even having to ask and can ease a craving you didn't even know you had! Kudzu Catering in Macon, Georgia, knows what your taste buds want. They know good cooking and how to execute innovative…

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Jerry Bell Photography Captures the Special Moments on Your Wedding Day!

With the advancements in digital photography, just about anyone these days can snap a photo. However, it takes a true expert to capture a moment. We all know it's the special moments that make an event memorable: the moment the groom sees the bride, a quiet moment between newlyweds or a split second of pure joy. Jerry Bell Photography in Fort Worth, Texas, knows how to find…

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Jessica's Bridal: Bringing Your Dream Wedding Dress to You!

If you walk into Jessica's Bridal and Formal, you will walk out with the wedding dress of your dreams. It's that simple. With over 5,000 square feet of shopping, how could you not? Jessica's Bridal and Formal of Bay, Arkansas, offers excellent customer service to make your shopping experience everything you hoped for. Whether you have been dreaming …

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How to Throw an Amazing Graduation Party!

Don the robe, get in line, smile for camera and wait for Pomp and Circumstance. Got it. Don't walk too closely behind the person in front of you, shake a few hands, and return to your seat. Say your congratulations, your goodbyes and wish everyone luck. Great job. Now what? It's time to party! Throwing a graduation party is like answering an open-ended question. There is no right or wrong answer, and the possibilities are endless! It's a fantastic opportunity to get creative, have some fun and send your graduate off into the world in style. However, having so many choices can be overwhelming. By sticking to a few basics, you can have your graduation cake and eat it too.

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Need a Caterer for your Graduation Party?

Whether you are celebrating a promotion in the office, throwing a lavish party at home or planning the BEST reception in Connecticut, Marianne Wilson Catering will bring their passion for food to your party!

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Celebrate Special Occasions With Butterfly Releases!

Wedding butterfly releases are like nothing you have ever seen.  Imagine walking out into the light as a new couple as dozens of Monarchs are released, landing on flowers and fluttering among the crowd of loved ones wishing you well.

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Plant A Memory With Plantable Cards and Favors!

Wedding and party favors are a great way to give each guest a small keepsake to remember your big event. Plant A Memory has gone a step above that with her plantable favors. Wedding guests can take their little tree seedling favor, or plantable cards and add them to their garden or landscaping to grow for years to come.

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These days, it's all about being yourself. Fitting in is a thing of the past. Young adults define who they are with their choice of music, clothing, and even the cars they drive. So you can imagine the same rings true when high school administrators attempt to make everyone dress the same.  Many graduates looking to express themselves grab a hot glue gun and go to work on their graduation caps.

Now, despite what many will say, decorated graduation caps are here to stay. In every graduating class, there are sure to be a few brave souls who cannot stand fitting in–even for a couple of hours. The results can be quite interesting! Blending into the background is no option for those who decorate their caps, so why not go all the way?! A few highlights:

Excellent statement. I just feel sorry for those sitting behind him!

This bold graduate has no problem letting everyone know his interests!

This graduate designed a cap in honor of loved ones who have passed.

Duct tape, hot glue, sequins–you name it–and it can be found on a graduation cap these days. Some are clever, some touching, and some are downright wacky. All together they represent a group of young adults not afraid to be themselves. So when you see a few crazy creations in the graduation line, don't roll your eyes. Instead, be proud of the brave and bold group of people in line to lead the next generation–even if they are wearing duct tape on their heads.

This graduation trend post is sponsored by Iowa Chair Rentals.

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Prom 2010: Go Bold!

One word describes prom 2010: BOLD!

Bold colors, patterns and accessories are the key to making this year's prom one to never forget. Girls and guys both will want to step out in style this year with choices that grab attention and stand out from the crowd. From limousines to psychedelic dresses, everyone will be making a statement on prom night!

This year it's all about the dance floor. Girls will chose dresses that that will allow them to dance all night, meaning short dresses will be a hit! Sleek, flowing fabrics in an array of colors and patterns will get girls noticed while they dance the night away!

Read more tips and ideas about going bold for Prom 2010 from the Celebration Advisor.

What's Prom Without A Limo?

Any time we see a limo, the first thing that comes to mind is, "Is someone important in there?" For Air Apparent, the answer is always "Yes." To them, all of their clients are VIPs. Whether you are looking for a romantic night on the town, corporate travel, wedding transportation or just want to arrive at a concert in style, your first choice in limos should be American Limousine.

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Luck Be With Ye In 2010

We all know which famous holiday is next in the list of random reasons we choose to dress up, act goofy, spend money, and have fun. St. Patrick’s Day! That’s right. Whether you’re Irish, pretend you’re Irish, or have no clue why that matters, St. Patrick’s Day is an awesome holiday for living it up. This month Wedding And Party Network has chosen to feature party planning tips, wedding planning ideas, and a whole heap o’ great ideas for celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in style. You don’t have to wait until the actual date of the holiday to enjoy spirited festivities. Start living it up earlier! The luck o’ the Irish is on our side — we have several of Irish descent here — so we know that you’ll have a great time if you stir up your own celebration using these tips.

Give a new meaning to “going green” from now until St. Patty’s Day becomes a distant, fun-filled memory. Use these ideas to make your party or wedding the most of your spirited day, and remember: Beannachtaí na Féile Pádraig oraibh! (Saint Patrick’s Day Blessings Upon You)

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WOW Your Guests Using This Creative Caterer

They say a picture's worth a thousand words, well, with Catering Creations by CruLaRo that is exactly the case. For your wedding reception, why not use a caterer who will not only deliver the most exquisite cuisine you've ever sampled, but also WOW your guests with their incredible culinary presentations.

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Designs For A Lifetime … One Seed At A Time

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Valentine's Day Date Tips

For The Lovin' Impaired

Pure romance is in the air this winter. As we're greeted by the dawn of 2010, it's easy to wonder what will happen this Valentine's Day. Instead of wondering, let's make the best of the night whether we're spending it with friends, a sweetheart, or a good book.

Cupid is taking aim this winter and is ready to make this romantic season memorable. Wedding And Party Network is going to help him out (and you as well) with these fun tips for an enjoyable Valentine's Day.

First, decide who will be your company for the evening. For couples, this is an easy one. If you're part of a one-man show, don't feel left out! Valentine's Day isn't just about celebrating a relationship, it's about celebrating love. Here are some suggestions for the evening, whatever your relationship status:

Single: Host a singles-only mixer or "Singles Awareness Day (SAD)" party friends. (Guys Only/Girls Only is a great excuse for some down time with your friends)

Casually Dating: Play up the clichés. Want to move to the next level this day? Personalize your dinner-and-a-movie date with something that your date will find special; a reflection of your feelings is always apropos.

Committed: Be creative! Talk with her friends and family for ideas. They'll know what romantic gesture suits her. The notion of "out of your way to show me you love me" is what tops it off—not just the candy.

Married: If it's a new marriage, being creative is simple. You're still fresh with ideas. After a few years, find a way to show her that the romance is still alive in your relationship. You can bank on that he or she wants to be sure of this.

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The Best Name In Ice Sculptures Is Krystal Kleer

Droves of satisfied customers have called on their favorite Appleton Wisconsin ice sculptor time and again for icy works of art. There is no need to ask whose artistry exceeds the rest. It's Krystal Kleer Ice Sculptures LLC.

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