If there’s one wedding tradition we still stan, it’s the first dance. Not only is it a special moment between you and your new spouse, it makes for one of the best candid photo ops you’ll get from your wedding day. But how do you even begin to pick a song for this momentous occasion? Don’t stress, bestie! We’ve got tons of song ideas to fit all kinds of couples.
You got hitched, you had your honeymoon, and now you're enjoying married life with your new life partner. The big stuff is out of the way, but the final wedding details are still to come! It's time to sort through those wedding gifts and get to that big stack of thank-you cards. It can be hard to convey all that gratitude into a tiny little card, but don't sweat it, bestie. We got you!
If you're getting married and looking for the right wedding venue for you, we have some of the hottest (literally) destinations you should check out! Enjoy the gorgeous views, wonderful weather, and sand in your toes at any of these locations. You and your wedding party will have a blast at any of these locations, so get started on planning your wedding at one of these great getaways! Continue reading "The Hottest Wedding Destinations for 2019" »
It's often said the wedding day is all about the bride, but don't forget about the groom! Planning a wedding takes two and while a groom might be willing to hand it all of to his future spouse, involving him is the surest way to make things go smoothly. Continue reading "How To Participate in Planning The Wedding – #FromTheGroom" »
Earlier this month we told you August was the month for the romantics, and thankfully August 2018 has not disappointed the romantics! With the recent release of Crazy Rich Asians and To All the Boys I've Loved Before, rom-com lovers have been buzzing with love for these movies. If you haven't seen these two wonderful movies, it's an absolute must- especially if you are about to plan your wedding. You will definitely want to see Crazy Rich Asians for some major inspo. However, we all know you may not have the 40 million dollar budget (you read that correctly: FORTY MILLION!) that Araminta Lee has in this wedding. So we are going to give you some tips on how to plan your crazy rich wedding on a budget! Continue reading "Plan Your Rom-Com Dream Wedding: Crazy Rich Asians" »
Finding a luxurious and rustic getaway doesn't have to be difficult to find. The historic 1889 White Gate Inn & Cottage in Asheville, North Carolina is a AAA 4 Diamond property. Featuring remarkable charm of a classic bed and breakfast mixed with the lush amenities of a boutique hotel, romantic getaways have never been this great! The White Gate Inn offers first class rooms, complete spa services and full elopement.
The White Gate Inn provides plush and inviting North Carolina bed and breakfast accommodations just minutes from Asheville's historic downtown. The eleven distinct guest rooms in the Inn, Carriage House and Bungalow, honor distinguished poets. Each guest room is uniquely decorated. Poetry volumes by each featured poet are included in each room. The cottage has one bedroom and a full kitchen. Each room comes with a first class staff with years of experience to accommodate every guest's need.
The perfect getaway should include a spa day! At the White Gate Inn, an in-house spa will add the finishing touches to a relaxing stay. All spa treatments are exclusively for guests and are done in the comfort of your own room. Three separate packages are available to cater to every need.Pick from a mixture of massages, facials, and foot reflexology. Couples massages are also a popular choice for the romantic getaways!
One unique feature of the White Gate Inn is the fantastic elopement ceremonies. Imagine exchanging vows in a small intimate setting among the beautiful waterfalls and stunning flowering plants in their award-winning gardens. They can accommodate ceremonies for up to 15 adults. Each wedding ceremony includes cakes and catering. All food is prepared in-house from expert chefs at White Gate. Spending that special day at a beautiful retreat with only your closest friends is perfected at the Inn.
On your next retreat, make sure and choose the 1889 White Gate Inn & Cottage. Not only are the rooms gorgeous, but it is also the closest bed and breakfast to historic downtown Asheville. Only the finest accommodations are found in the beautiful hideaway. Call today to book your stay!
Are you looking for someone to officiate your wedding or civil union ceremony? Do you need a minister to honor a loved one who has passed or celebrate a new life?
Regardless of your faith or spiritual affiliation, if you are in the New Jersey, Pennsylvannia or New York state areas and want to create a ceremony for any life event, you need to call Reverends Franne and Bob Demetrician!
Revs. Franne and Bob come from two separate religious backgrounds (Rev. Franne was raised in the Jewish faith while Rev. Bob was brought up in the Christian tradition) and have used their diverse experiences to find the beauty, joy and oneness of all the world's faith and spiritual traditions.
Regardless of their own religious tradition or spiritual path, as Interfaith~Interspiritual ministers they are trained professionals dedicated to serving the spiritual needs of all those who seek their guidance, counsel, and assistance, without regard to race, religion, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, ethnic background, gender or age.
They have chosen to learn about, respect, and appreciate the diversity of paths to the Divine, and to look for the universal truth in each one. They work as a team, as an interfaith-interspiritual couple deeply committed to bringing the richness of their unique relationship and spirituality to your personal experience.
Each ceremony they create is crafted with care and consciousness, reflecting the uniqueness of your relationship as well as your personal religious tradition and spirituality. Each aspect is carefully considered and suited to your exact needs and specifications. You will receive a wedding ceremony celebrating your love as it brings joy and meaning to your day.
Working with you they will create beautiful memories for you, your family and your guests that will linger for a lifetime.
Are you looking for pre-marital counseling? Revs. Franne and Bob will explore your vision for your future together, your financial philosophy, your plans for a family, your inter-family relationships, your professional lives, and many other issues that could impact your future together.
When you want a ceremony tailored to you as a couple, you want Reverends Franne and Bob Demetrician!
The person officiating your wedding matters. They need to be professional, understand their role in the proceedings and be experienced. A confident, well-spoken officiant gives any ceremony a boost and ensures a flawless, well-rehearsed delivery of his or her lines. You want a minister who understands the bride and groom are the centerpieces of the ceremony and should be showcased, allows them to choose the vows that best represent them and offers an unbiased ceremony that best fits the beliefs of you and your betrothed.
Nondenominational and Suited to YouIn Kansas City, MO there is a minister who meets all of these criteria. Her name is Amy M. Pulver, but her self-styled title is the KC Minister of Love! Amy is a non-denominational ordained minister and is ready to perform your ceremony to your specifications.
With over ten years experience in joining lives together in marriage, Amy is excited to share her knowledge and experience with you, your fiancé and all the guests you choose to invite! She has a variety of packages available as well as a list of recommended site locations and elopement site locations.
As a non-denominational minister, Amy approaches the ceremony from a place of non-judgement. She believes in the joining of two spirits into one through well-springs of love and ceaseless devotion. She conducts the ceremony with your desires in mind.
Amy didn't originally set out to officiate weddings. In fact, she has been and still is a paralegal. She first dabbled her toes in the pool of wedding officiating back in 2000 as a Notary Public in Florida, the only requirement necessary to perform marriages there. She moved to Kansas City in 2006 and scrambled to become an ordained minister so that she could continue the practice. She feels it is something that God has led her to, and she has embraced it fully!
Now, over 300 weddings later, Amy is able to give you the ceremony that you desire. She even has an associate who is able to conduct ceremonies completely in Spanish! If you are in the Kansas City area, do not hesitate to contact the KC Minister of Love. She is willing and able to make your most important day a great one!
Every Friday, Wedding and Party Network will be choosing a theme or color and give you inspirational photos. We want to help give you inspiration for your next event, wedding or party. So, take a look and we hope to give you a bit of inspiration when planning your wedding or party. Our inspirational board will give the guy's inspiration on tuxedos and suits. With prom season just around the corner, some guys may need all the help they can get when picking out their tuxedos or suits. Plus, wedding season is here as well, and the guys may need some inspiration when picking out their tuxedo.
Guys definitely need some inspiration when planning out what they'll wear for the wedding day, prom or any other special event. Some may think it's simple, but there are a lot more details when dealing with formal wear than they know. You can choose different styles, colors and detailing to make it unique. So, choose the style that best suits you. If you are finding a tuxedo or suit for a wedding, make sure it matches the wedding colors. If you are going to prom, make sure it matches your date's prom dress. Make sure you're comfortable and it represents you!
If you are planning a wedding, you want to go with the trends. You want to see what's new and exciting to see if that wedding trend fits into your wedding. It looks like the new trends that started up in 2010 will be with us for another year, and it's exciting! Beautiful pastels, vintage touches and social media influences will make your wedding absolutely stunning.
Vintage Appeal: Beautiful wedding dresses will revert back to beautiful vintage styles with a bit of a modern twist. Beautiful lace, romantic detailing and pretty textures will make your wedding dress so whimsical and romantic.A lot of brides will be incorporating beautiful brooches, possible heirlooms, into their wedding for that added personal touch.Natural outdoor settings, simplicity and beautiful detailing will be in. Rustic chic, simple menus with quality food and rustic wedding cakes will go perfectly with the vintage inspired wedding. Of course, it's all in the details that make a wedding truly stunning.
Eco-Friendly Chic:Recycled invitations, programs or even a wedding dress will be in with these Eco-friendly weddings. Think vintage, second-hand items. There are tons of ideas when using this idea, such as finding beautiful glass bottles or lanterns which would be great for centerpieces. Have your florist arrange a rustic reception centerpiece in one of your glass bottle finds.
When it comes to favors, you can offer your gifts flower seeds or charitable donations in their names. Even DIY weddings are becoming more and more popular. Anything to make the world a better place.
It's All In The Details: None of your wedding details should ever go unseen. The tiniest details should be planned to exactly fit your wedding theme. Hire a wedding planner if you're not into details, but they should all be covered.
Everything from place cards, menus, chairs, table linens, wedding cake and grooms cake should all have those special finishing touches. Paying close attention to all these details will pull everything together and make your wedding absolutely flawless.
Get Social: With society becoming more social media savvy, that's the ideal way to let everyone stay in the loop on all of your wedding details. Facebook, Twitter and wedding websites are great ways to keep family and friends in the loop. They'll feel more involved in your wedding and most likely won't forget any important dates or times.
Create a wedding website to tell the story of your proposal and wedding. You can showcase your bridal party, wedding details and where you're registered at. Getting social will just help your guests be in on all the important details and to feel more apart of your wedding. So go on and get social!
These 5 wedding trends for 2011 are beautiful little touches that will set any wedding apart from the rest. Your wedding should focus on everything, from the biggest details right down to the smallest. Wedding trends that are here to stay will provide you with one fantastic wedding!
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