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Are you one of the thou-sands of couples who got engaged over the holidays? This is the time for you and your soon-to-be to get ev-erything you ever wanted – whether you’re starting from scratch, upgrading, expanding or replacing . Turn a whole bunch of mis-matched mine and yours into a lifetime of ours .

“When it comes to regis-tering, relax, take your time and have fun,” recommends Audrey Stavish, a Bridal and Gift Registry expert at Bed Bath & Beyond . “Most brides update their registries on-line and go into the stores many times . There aren’t any rules that you must fol-

low . Choose items that are right for you and your soon-to-be . Go through the reg-istry process together and have fun!”

Here are some additional tips to make wedding plan-ning a breeze:

Plan ahead: Start a bridal registry as soon as you say “yes .” That way guests will have lots of op-tions for engagement gifts and showers . Periodically update your registry by adding more products if you need to, even after the wedding . Be kind to pro-crastinators .

do the math: Ex-perts advise registering for 2-3 items times the number

of guests you plan to have . Close friends and family will rely on your registry for special events leading up to the wedding – such as engagement parties, bridal showers, and holidays! Your guests will appreciate hav-ing lots of choices when they shop for you . Be sure to refresh your list regularly as gifts get purchased .

reGister now, Be-cause you won’t Buy it later: You may think you will . . . but you won’t . Now is the time to let others get you the stuff you’d never buy yourself . Your friends and family might even get together to purchase a high-er priced “group gift .”

dream BiG: Register for gifts in a range of prices and categories . This will give guests and group giv-ers lots of options to choose from .

rememBer the rule of three: When it comes to setting your table, if you choose bold patterns for your china and flatware, pick a more simple style of glassware . Prefer intricate stemware? Pair it with sim-pler patterns of china and flatware . So, it’s bold/bold/simple or simple/simple/bold .

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consultant who can help you with your gift selec-tions and share great tips like “The Rule of Three,” what cookware you will need to prepare your favorite dish, what knife to use when and much more . When making your selections, it’s impor-tant to touch the towels, heft the flatware, see every-thing in person!

c’mon Back: Most couples don’t make all their selections in a single spree . Plan on making multiple visits .

Once you’ve set up your registry, take advantage of Bed Bath & Beyond’s Bridal Toolkit(R), the complimen-tary wedding planning tools available at bedbathandbe-yond .com, including your own Personal Wedding Web site, budgeter, task manager, guest list man-ager, gift tracker and even a seating arranger . This way, all of your information can

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A couple’s wedding day is one of the most important days of their lives . Typically months, if not years, of hard work and build up are involved until the big day finally arrives .

Along with that anticipation comes plenty of planning . Couples must de-cide on everything from when and where to get married to whom to in-vite and where to register . Tradition-ally, wedding registries have allowed couples to guide guests toward the perfect wedding gift for their home . However as couples’ needs have changed over the years, so have gift registries .

Take for example, Sarah and Patrick who, like many of today’s couples, had already lived together before walking down the aisle . When it came time to fill out a registry, Sarah and Patrick

were at a loss as to what to list, real-izing their household wasn’t really in need of anything .

“We already lived together and had all the kitchen gadgets, towels and bed sheets we could possibly need,” says Sarah .

Sarah and Patrick’s dilemma wasn’t unique, and neither was their eventual solution . After the rigors of planning a wedding, they were eager for the hard-earned respite that every couple longs for: their honeymoon .

But as the economy has struggled, so, too, have many couples planning a dream honeymoon . With their hearts set on a Costa Rican getaway, Sarah and Patrick were unsure if they could afford the trip they had been looking forward to for months and months . However, Sarah and Patrick

soon discovered Honeyfund .com, an online honeymoon registry catering to couples who could use some help planning and paying for their perfect honeymoon .

“Our true passion is traveling, but we typically do it ‘budget’ style,” says Sarah . “A honeymoon registry allowed us to travel in a ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ kind of way .”

Wedding guests can conveniently choose from a host of activities listed by the newlyweds themselves . From dinners and hotels to ferry and gon-dola rides, even airline and train tick-ets, Honeyfund enables cash-strapped newlyweds to get the R&R they de-serve while ensuring guests’ gifts are being put to good use .

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both fun and makes for a better honey-moon . In fact, that popularity is grow-ing faster than ever according to a report from online wedding resource TheKnot .com, which showed that on-line Honeymoon registrants increased 50 percent from 2008 to 2009 .

Adding to the appeal of Honey-fund .com is that the site is free, mak-ing it quite possibly the only thing a couple can do when it comes to plan-ning a wedding that won’t force them to get out their checkbooks .

“It was the perfect option for re-ceiving gifts that we needed and could really use,” says Robert, who took his new bride, Kili, as well as an extra $5,300 earned from their Honey-fund .com registry on a Mediterranean Cruise . “Kili is from California and I am from Washington, D .C . Because of Honeyfund our guests didn’t have to lug gifts cross-country or worry about shipping . And we didn’t have to make one return or worry about lost gift re-ceipts .”

In addition to making it easy on couples, Honeyfund .com also makes it easy on guests, who can pay via Pay-Pal or simply print a Honeyfund cer-tificate to include with their wedding

cards .“Our guests loved it,” says Denise,

who along with her husband, Andy, enjoyed a dream honeymoon in Fiji . “Their response was overwhelming-ly positive and they enjoyed reading about what we planned to do on our honeymoon – really cool activities like bungee jumping, white water rafting, a helicopter ride, Americas Cup sailing adventure, etc .”

Couples are even counseled on etiquette with re-spect to request-ing financial gifts . Online gift tracking also en-ables couples to manage their gift payments and thank-you notes, ensuring the process will go as smoothly as possible .

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When friends or fam-ily members choose to open their homes to others, it is customary for guests to offer a gift of thanks in return .

There is the old adage that guests should “knock

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arriving at a party or so-cial event . This means their hands will be busy carrying a gift or something that can contribute to the event .

Although presenting a gift to the hosts will not guarantee a future invite,

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the current invitation has been much appreciated .

There are many gifts that can be offered . Some guests choose to bring a dish that can be served or a dessert . Bottles of wine will always fit the bill, unless it is a dry household . However, those looking for other unique ideas can consider the fol-lowing gift concepts .

1. Picture frame: If the party host is known well – as is his or her design style – purchase a picture frame that fits in with the decor . A silver or black frame is gen-erally neutral and can be a go-to choice if one is not cer-tain of the style .

2. Guest Book: Having guests sign a book at a wed-ding or other big event is a customary tradition . The

idea can also be applied to smaller gatherings . Hosts and hostesses may want to keep track of those whom they have invited to their homes and re-read in the future the small notes of gratitude that have been ex-pressed by guests .

3. candles: Candles impart a warm glow in the house, and a decorative set of candleholders and some scented candles can be a wise gift idea .

4. fine chocolates: Gourmet chocolates will appeal to the sweet tooth in many people . A hostess can choose to keep the choco-lates to herself or serve them to the rest of the guests . Se-lect a higher-end brand of chocolates, not simply the standard that is found at the



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6. cookBook and cookinG suPPlies: If the party host is a resident gourmand, treat him or her to a cookbook from a fa-vorite chef and include some tools of the trade in a gift basket .

7. hiGh-end lin-ens: A thoughtful gift is a set of monogrammed hand towels for the bath-room or kitchen . Find a company that does mono-gramming, or purchase the towels separately and then bring them to a kiosk in the mall that does em-broidery .

8. handmade Gift: Guests may want to offer a gift from their own kitch-

ens . For example, if someone is known for her decadent brownies, a platter wrapped in cellophane would make a fine hostess gift .

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Couples have many decisions to make regarding their wedding cer-emony and reception . One of those decisions conerns transportation to and from the special event .

There are many options in wed-ding transportation . The more tradi-tional options include renting a car or limousine . The Bridal Association of America reports that the average couples spends $400 to $500 for an automotive rental . However, prices may vary depending on geography and the type of vehicle rented .

Wedding transportation is per-haps something grooms-to-be can get excited about . After all, we’re talking about cars – some fancy, some large, and many decked out with different features . Plus, it’s traditionally the responsibility of the groom to ar-

range transportation to and from the ceremony, reception and the hotel or honeymoon destination .

Grooms responsible for arranging transportation can consider the fol-lowing options .

limousine: A limo is one of the most traditional methods of trans-port on a couple’s wedding day . A limousine’s size enables them to carry the bridal party in its entirety . Because the bride and groom often do not see each other before the cer-emony, two limos may be rented, one larger for the bridal party, and one smaller for the bride and her parents, depending on personal preference .

classic car: Sports car enthu-siasts may want to make an entrance – and exit – behind the wheel of a sporty vehicle . Options could include

a high-end Ferrari or an Aston Mar-tin . Because of their high purchase price, sports car rentals may carry a premium .

stretch suv: The traditional limo has morphed into the stretch SUV of popular models, including the Cadillac Escalade, Ford Expedition or even a stretch Hummer . Because of their popularity, these rentals may be snatched up quickly . Be sure to book well in advance of the big day .

Party Bus: Many couples are leaning toward a party bus rental, which may be a single- or double-decker bus that can fit scores of peo-ple inside . These are particularly at-tractive to couples with a very large bridal party, or those who hope to begin the celebration even before reaching the reception hall .



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motorcycle: Exciting couples may want to ride off into the sunset on the back of a roadster or sports bike .

horses: Horses can haul more than just a carriage . A bride and groom atop a handsome steed can make for a memorable wedding transportation option and equally memorable pho-tos .

Boat: Individuals getting married by the sea or another body of water may want to consider attending the festivities via boat, be it a large vessel or a more intimate canoe or rowboat .

Wedding day transportation var-ies depending on each couple’s pref-erence . Here are some other things to keep in mind concerning transporta-tion .

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2011 Wedding Affair is a publication of the Idaho Press-Tribune.1618 N. Midland Blvd., Nampa, ID 83651

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Couples are faced with many deci-sions when planning a wedding . One often overlooked decision concerns the guest list . Ideally, couples would love to invite all their friends and fam-ily to share in their special day . Realis-tically, however, budget often dictates just how many guests a couple can in-vite .

That reality has led to a disagree-ment or two over the years, as both the bride-to-be and her future husband make their case for who makes the cut . To help avoid such disagree-ments, couples should consider the following tips when paring down their guest list .

make a master list as early as PossiBle. It's impossi-ble to pare down a guest list if there's no list to begin with . Once the plan-ning process begins, couples should separately write down all the guests they would like to invite . Once each is finished with their list, the hard work of paring that list down can begin .

consider who's footinG the Bill. If Mom and Dad are pay-ing for the wedding, then their sug-gestions for the guest list should carry most of the weight . Weddings are very expensive, and if Mom and Dad are paying they should have a significant say who will in attendance . The same principle can be applied if the couple is paying for their own wedding . If the costs are being split down the middle,

then both the groom- and bride-to-be should be allowed to invite the same number of guests .

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and nephews might make the cut, it's perfectly accept-able for couples to state their preference that children not attend . This can be noted on the invitation, address-ing friends as "Mr . John Doe and guest" or "Mr . and Mrs . John Doe ." Guests should take the hint, but if any RSVPs with their kids, be sure to call them immedi-ately and explain the situation . Friends and family should under-stand the preference, particularly in the current economic climate .

it's not a re-union. Couples are often tempted to invite long-lost friends to their wedding . But cost-conscious couples must recognize their wedding is not a reunion . If

the goal is to keep the guest list under control, only in-vite close friends and family members who have kept in touch with over the years .

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want a grandiose affair they can share with their whole family and all of their friends . Other couples want a more laid-back affair with only those closest to them in attendance . Whatever their preference, couples should remain firm and not feel guilty no matter how many

guests they choose to in-vite or not invite .

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The multi-tiered cake that is a favorite wedding tradi-tion that’s often presented at the end of the night . The happy couple takes a slice and enjoys the first piece .

In recent years, wedding cakes have become more of an artistic centerpiece than just a confectionary treat . Couples often seek out re-nowned wedding cake bak-ers for a cake that will amaze the crowd and complete the theme of the wedding .

The average couple will spend between $700 to $800 for their wedding cake . Al-though many catering halls or reception sites will in-clude the wedding cake in a package deal, many couples choose to order their cake from a specialty bakery who creates culinary masterpiec-es .

If television trends are any indication, many people are opting to spend several hun-dred to thousands of dollars on a customized wedding cake . These fondant and but-tercream creations may be elaborate in nature, so much so they’ll likely need to be ordered several months in advance .

Couples looking for something a bit different for their upcoming nuptials, many want to consider these

trends in wedding cakes:• 3-D accents on the cake,

such as graphic appliques .• A black-and-white motif

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• A lot of bold color in the cake, instead of just white or ivory .

• Dramatic monograms that can add class to the cake .

• Painted cakes with ed-ible food coloring paint that feature beautiful land-scapes or a portrait . A work of art, they’re both deli-cious to eat and fun to ad-mire .

* Cakes that mirror the style of the wedding gown, including fondant ruffles and appliques .

Many couples still opt for the traditional, and that is always in style . Instead of experiment-ing with the outside of the cake, couples can be creative with cake fla-vor and fillings . Imag-ine cutting open the cake to find red velvet or a chocolate ganache filling! ❤

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1. Protect your hair from sun dam-aGe. The sun naturally lightens your hair and oxidizes color-treated hair . Look for products that shield your hair from harmful ultraviolet rays, so you can maintain your hair color for longer .

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3. maintain your color at home. You can make your color last longer by treating it right and choosing products de-signed to extend the life of color . JOICO Color Endure Shampoo ($12 .95) is specifi-cally designed to keep your color from fading .

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Matthew and Ellen had the wedding of their dreams on a beautiful June day. All of the details went off without a hitch, or so they thought. When the time arrived to receive their wedding photo albums and video a few months after the wedding, the photographer who had promised them the world closed up shop, filed for bankruptcy and absconded with the new couple's precious memories.

Tales of wedding woes frequent the news, especially as wedding season approaches. Stories about reception sites that have double-booked rooms, photographers who have not delivered photos, bridal gown shops that don't have a dress finished on time and so many similar events are no longer a rarity.

The majority of wedding vendors are respectable businesses looking to provide couples with the ideal servic-es and memories of their special day. However, some other vendors are just looking to make money at all costs.

Avoiding trouble with your wed-ding means taking matters into your own hands and thoroughly protecting yourself.

InvestIgate the busIness or IndIvIdual before exchang-Ing money. A simple search online for reviews or checking with the Bet-ter Business Bureau should reveal if a business has any complaints against it. Complaints can range from bad service to lawsuits. This easy step can protect couples from potentially go-ing into business with a company that should not be trusted.

get word-of-mouth recom-mendatIons. A couple who has used a particular bridal vendor and had pleasant results is the best adver-tisement. Ask friends and family mem-bers who have gotten married who they used for flowers, photos, music and more. Using the same people is not being a copy-cat; it's being a shrewd consumer.

contracts are essentIal. Have all of the details of the business transaction spelled out in a contract that both the vendor and you sign. Writing "Size 8" gown is not enough. Make sure the model number, price, details regarding deposits, alterations,

etc., are included. DJs can write how many hours they will be playing mu-sic, how many breaks they will take, who exactly will be handling the wed-ding itself, and other details.

check who wIll be servIc-Ing your weddIng. On occasion a business may subcontract its ser-vices. For example, the photographer you meet at the studio may not be the photographer who shows up at your wedding. If you have a preference as to who services your event, be sure to re-quest that person and have it included in the contract.

obtaIn certIfIcatIon. Some scams are more subtle. For instance, bridal shops who remove designer la-bels from gowns because they are not authorized retailers is a subtle scam. Another is jewelry stores that misrep-resent the quality of diamonds and other jewelry. Be sure to get legitimate certification when purchasing any-thing of value.

ensure the vendor has the equIpment descrIbed. Some limousine companies may send out flyers advertising high-end vehicles they don't actually own or have access to. They subsequently arrive on your

wedding day with a different vehicle. Without a contract specifying the ve-hicle of your choice, you have little recourse against the company. Filter out shady brokers by asking to come inspect their vehicles on an off-day, like Tuesday afternoon. You want to verify that they indeed own the limo, and that it's in good condition.

skImpy floral arrange-ments. Upon booking a florist, most businesses will sit down with couples and work up a sample bouquet or ar-rangement based on personal prefer-ences. Come the wedding day, however, couples might find their arrangements have considerably fewer flowers in them or they're not the blooms origi-nally chosen. Flowers are expensive, and some florists cut costs by skimp-ing on the amount of actual flowers (not filler) they use. Be sure contracts spell out how many flowers will be in each arrangement, what type of flow-ers, how many centerpieces, bouquets, boutonnieres, etc.

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Brides and grooms have a few options when it comes to the music played at their ceremony and reception . Live musicians or deejays are often the entertainment of choice . When hiring the entertainment, there are some important things to keep in mind .

The music of the wed-ding will set the tone for the event and keep guests entertained during key mo-ments of the day . Musicians will often work in conjunc-tion with a maitre d’ to be sure the reception moves along smoothly and sticks to the schedule . Music will be played while guests are dining and when there are opportunities for dancing .

It’s essential to listen to musicians or

deejays before hiring any-one to ensure what they’re offering will fit in with the wedding . Also, it’s helpful to confirm the person or people being audi-tioned will be the ex-act individuals at the wedding . Some enter-tainment companies hire out contract musicians, meaning the preview musi-cians may not be the same person who will perform at the ceremony . That can potentially prove disasterous . If a certain musician or deejay is requested, be sure it is put down in writing in the contract .

In most cases, wedding musicians are professionals who have handled many weddings and are very ac-

customed to what

should be done to make the night a memorable one . Trust in the expertise of the musicians, and provide guidance where necessary .

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Provide the musical entertainment with some information to further help the wedding go off without a hitch. This may include but not be limited to the following:• Names of all wedding party participants so they can be properly

introduced.• Name of the married couple, including pronunciation of the last

name, if necessary.• The title of the couple’s song.• The titles of songs to be danced with mother/son or father/daughter.

• The title of a “spotlight dance” song.• A listing of any preferred songs.• Any music that is off-limits at the reception.• Special announcements that should be made, such as mentioning a guest’s birthday or another special event involving guests.• Whether a bouquet and garter toss will take place, and which songs should be played during these traditions.


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❐ Choose Wedding and Reception dates.

❐ Discuss a budget and the size and style of the wedding with parents. Decide who pays for what.

❐ If using a wedding consultant, enlist their services.

❐ Meet with clergymember; schedule pre-marital counseling.

❐ Reserve wedding and reception sites; make initial catering contacts.

❐ Register at local bridal registries.

❐ Contact photographers; hire one.

❐ Check out videographers; hire one.

❐ Make arrangements for the music at the wedding and reception.

❐ Compile the guest list.

❐ Reserve a block of hotel rooms for out-of-town guests.

❐ Choose wedding rings.

❐ Send engagement announcement to newspapers.

❐ Select and order wedding gown.

❐ Look into alteration specialist (if someone other than one at bridal shop).

❐ Select the attendants (bridesmaids and

groomsmen). Choose and order bridesmaids dresses.

❐ Select one usher for every 50 guests.

❐ Check out bakers. Get estimates. Book the date.

❐ Plan beauty preparations (nails, diet, hair, skin care and makeup).

❐ Complete all honeymoon plans. If traveling outside the country, check on visas, passports and innoculations.

❐ Sign up for dance lessons. Talk to the instructor

❐ Complete the guest list and confi rm fi nal details with the caterer.

❐ Order invitations (25 extra) and personal stationery or “Thank You” notes.

❐ Order napkins and purchase any other items needed for the ceremony and reception. Check with the caterer to see what he/she includes.

❐ Visit the photographer again to discuss specifi cs.

❐ Get estimates and order fl owers and fl oral arrangements for wedding and reception.

❐ Get estimates and order balloons, decorations and favors for wedding and reception.

❐ Book room for wedding night.

❐ Order wedding rings. Allow time for any fi nal engraving.

❐ Order tuxedos for the groomsmen and fathers.


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❐ Mail wedding invitations (six weeks before the wedding; eight weeks to out-of-town guests).

❐ Make appointments with the hairdresser for the bride and attendants or out-of-town guests.

❐ Buy a wedding gift for future spouse and gifts for attendants and helpers.

❐ Finalize arrangements of accommodations for out-of-town attendants and guests.

❐ Ready all accessories, shoes and lingerie for bridal gown.

❐ Have final fitting for bridal gown and bridesmaids’ dresses.

❐ Have beauty consultant do a trial run with bride’s hair and makeup. Schedule this appointment on the day the bridal portait is taken and/or a party is planned.

❐ Have bridal portrait taken.

❐ Have groomsmen registered and measured at the formal wear store.

❐ Check with the newspapers on wedding announcement requirements.

❐ Finalize plans for rehearsal dinner.

❐ Plan seating arrangements for the rehearsal dinner and reception.

❐ Review this checklist to be sure nothing has been missed.

❐ Complete change-of-address information for post-office.

❐ Keep current with “Thank You” notes for shower

❐ Get the marriage license. Be sure to bring all needed documents.

❐ Inform or send rehearsal invitations including exact time and location to those who will attend the rehearsal and rehearsal dinner.

❐ Inquire about where bride, groom and attendants will dress for the ceremony.

❐ Confirm all transportation plans.

❐ Review all details. Walk through the entire event considering things like parking, access for handicapped guests, etc.

❐ Check in with caterer, photographer, videographer, musicians, DJ, florist, etc. to confirm all arrangements.

❐ “Break in” wedding shoes at home.

❐ Appoint someone to act as an “organizer” to handle any last minute problems.

❐ Give a final guest count to the caterer.

❐ Review final details with your wedding party.

❐ Confirm honeymoon arrangements.

❐ Pack for the honeymoon.

❐ Enjoy a day with family and friends. Visit a day spa, have a massage, a facial and relax.

❐ Attend the rehearsal and rehearsal dinner and give gifts to attendants.

❐ Give the rings and clergymember’s fee to the best man.

❐ Organize gown, accessories, etc. to go to ceremony.

❐ Get hair, makeup, etc. done.

❐ Enjoy the day!



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Environmentally friendly ideals are now permeating all aspects of dai-ly living . Many people want to take the concept further and ensure their nup-tials – and subsequent reception – are good for the planet as well .

Although there are no firm statis-

tics on the number of green weddings being held each year, emerging trends point to the growing interest in eco-conscious weddings . Individuals who already do their best to recycle, reuse and reduce want to employ those same values on their wedding day .

There are many ways to employ a green mindset to wedding planning and execution . Largely the carbon footprint of a wedding can be reduced simply by scaling back and avoiding over-consumption . Here are some ideas to think about . ❤



Green wedding trends are growing in popularity as more brides and grooms want to be eco-friendly.



With all the work that goes into planning a wedding, it can be easy for couples to overlook their own honey-moons . But in the middle of all those seating arrangements and reception hall negotiations, couples also need to plan and look forward to the rest and relaxation that awaits, which will no doubt be a well-deserved escape once the wedding has come and gone .

Couples can take the following ad-vice to ensure their getaway goes off without a hitch .

Be BudGet-conscious. Many couples could enjoy a honeymoon to Siberia in the dead of winter after their big day has passed . After all the stress of planning and paying for the wed-ding, couples will likely just enjoy the time away . Take this into con-sideration when planning a hon-eymoon . If a dream trip isn’t in the budget after all the wedding bills have come due, don’t fret . A less ex-pensive getaway is still a getaway, and couples will enjoy their well-deserved break no matter where it is they’re putting their feet up .

Plan an off-season hon-eymoon. That dream honeymoon might be affordable after all if cou-ples can wait till it’s not the height of tourist season . Most weddings occur during the summer months, when tourist season is in full swing .Couples who can put off their honeymoon until the off-season will no doubt find their dream honeymoon is much more affordable .

start early. It’s never too early to start planning the honeymoon . The

earlier couples begin to research pos-sible destinations, the better feel they will have for what they can and can’t afford . Research can be done well in advance to give couples an idea of what their dream trip will cost . But don’t book any flights or make any res-ervations too far in advance . The best deals are often available a few months before the trip .

sPread the news that you’re newlyweds. Hotels love hosting newlyweds, and many will upgrade rooms for recently married guests . Couples should not be too brash about it, as fully booked hotels won’t be able to upgrade their guests . But let the hotel know you’re

on your honeymoon when checking in, and they might just upgrade your room and comp you a bottle of cham-pagne as a gift .

think outside the Box. When asked about a dream honeymoon, couples will often bring up Hawaii or even Paris . While those are beautiful places to spend a honeymoon, they’re also expensive . Fortunately, there are a bevy of locales, be it domestic or inter-national, that aren’t nearly as pricey as the most popular honeymoon destina-tions but still make wonderful options for a honeymoon getaway couples won’t soon forget . ❤

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Many weddings adhere to tradition, with a big church wedding, a white gown and a bustling reception .

Still, there are some couples who-prefer to do something a bit unique and unconventional . They may choose to get married underwater or while

skydiving .

If a "creative" wedding is for you, here are some ideas to think about .

Prison weddinG: A visit to an abandoned prison or haunted location may appeal to the couple with a taste for the macabre .

skydivinG: The concept of tak-ing the plunge takes on an entirely

new meaning when jump-ing out of a plane at several thousand feet while reciting vows .

weddinG of the "stars": Trek-kies may want to recite vows while dressed in costume and speaking native

Klingon, while Star Wars fans may want to do so with Storm Troopers at-tending the festivities .

mountain climBinG: Couples can reach new heights while scaling a mountainside and saying their "I dos ."

life in the fast lane: Couples who are NASCAR fans can recite their vows and then take a spin at 200 mph around a neighborhood track .

amused festivities: Some cou-ples might prefer to get hitched while enjoying the ups and downs of their favorite roller coaster or other amuse-ment park rides .

scuBa divinG: Some couples prefer to recite their vows with a few bubbles in between and marine life as their witnesses . ❤

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The average couple will spend be-tween $20,000 and $30,000 on their wedding, a figure that does not in-clude additional expenses such as an engagement ring or honeymoon . For many, that is 50 percent more than they have actually budgeted for the occasion . Underestimating wedding expenses can lead to financial distress even before the marriage has begun .

In the not-so-distant past, weddings were largely financed by the bride and her parents . Things are much differ-ent now . Most weddings now are paid for by the bride and groom with little contribution from family . Young cou-ples just starting out in life may find that weddings are more of a financial commitment than originally antici-pated . Planning for the expected – and unexpected – can help couples survive wedding expenses .

savinGs PlanWith most couples paying for the

majority of the wedding themselves, it will be up to them to come up with the bulk of the wedding finances . Starting to save early is essential . Once you have set the date, begin saving im-mediately . Even if the wedding won’t be a lavish affair, every wedding has some expenses .

• To save, consider curbing recre-ational spending . Cut dinners out, trips to the movies or non-essential pur-chases . Place the money you would’ve spent into a wedding account .

• Consider having automatic trans-fers or deposits into an account for forced savings . Many employers can deposit a portion of your paycheck into a separate account . Instead of a Christmas Club savings plan, you can have a Wedding Club .

• Eliminate debt right away . It may seem counterproductive, but some-times you have to spend money to save money . Instead of racking up high interest rate charges on credit card balances, pay down credit cards or other bills you have . Once you are in the clear, you can focus more on saving for the wedding .

• If need be, have a long engagement so that you have ample time to save .

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ding but do not have the finances to afford a platinum event . But that doesn’t mean they still can’t have a lavish, beautiful wedding . Setting a budget means you can prioritize what you want and what you will pass up . It also provides a savings goal and a firm deadline .

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• Shop around for the average rates of vendors in your area . Work on the big-ticket items first before focusing on the smaller details . Once you have av-erage prices, you can base your budget as such .

• Add up the average costs of all of the items on your wish list . If it seems out of range, start removing things you can do without . For example, can you have a brunch reception instead of an evening sit-down din-ner to scale back costs?

• Always set aside a little extra for those incidental expenses, such as tips for the waitstaff and donation to the church – items you may not think to factor in .

• Don’t expect wedding gifts to cover the cost of your wedding . While some guests are quite generous, others may not even cover the cost of their meal .

PrioritizeA dream wedding is a

marriage between desires and reality . Today it is pos-sible to recreate the look of designer gowns and other details with less-expensive options . Figure out your priorities and work from there . Consider these cost-saving op-tions .

• Think about where you will be living after you are married . A residence takes priority over a lavish wedding .

• Have the wed-ding party carry fresh-flower bou-quets, but use less-expensive silk flow-ers or even fruit as centerpieces .

• Ask your baker to create a small wedding display cake you can use

for your photos and serve guests from a much cheap-er sheet cake that is hidden in the kitchen .

• Get married on a week-day or at an earlier time of day .

• Limit the bar to wine, beer and soda

to save on the expense of top-shelf liquors .

• Register for unconven-tional gifts, such as contrib-uting to the honeymoon .

• Handle some items yourself, such as favors or catering, to keep costs down . ❤

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