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Archive for July, 2006

Selecting a Diamond

No doubt you have heard the phrase that a diamond is a girl’s best friend. Just remember that an engagement ring is a symbol of your love and commitment to one another. Most first time brides would rather have a diamond engagement ring, but don’t disregard all of the choices available. You may choose from materials such as titanium, white gold, yellow gold, or platinum. Price should not be the only issue when choosing the perfect engagement ring. You should also consider durability when selecting the proper ring metal. Platinum is more durable than gold, but gold can be more affordable. A person that works with their hands often may want to get a higher carat gold such as 14k or 18k, since it holds up better, and endures rough handling. Choosing higher quality gold will ensure less scratching or damage to your ring. [read this article]

Tips for Choosing Wedding Invitations

A wedding invitation not only gathers loved ones to your wedding, but also sets the theme for what lies ahead. The guests will get their first impression of your wedding from the invitations. Many details are involved in choosing and making invitations. Draw up a few ideas of what you like, and then go with your favorite. Several months before the wedding you want to start getting ideas. This can be done in several ways such as online, from books, or even from magazines. They should match the style and theme of your wedding. Your guests well get a glimpse of the colors involved in your special day, just by the color of ink that you choose. [read this article]

Choosing a Location for Your Wedding

The wedding ceremony consists of about three percent (3%) of the overall budget, and the reception about eight percent (8%). The best place to start in your wedding plans is to figure out what location best suits you for both. Once you have accomplished this, you can continue with other important aspects of your wedding. [read this article]

Common Wedding Traditions

A tradition is usually something passed on to each generation in a family, and may consist of beliefs, customs, thoughts or just basic information. On your special day, this could involve many aspects of your celebration, such as your vows, the music, the dances, specific rituals, rings, giving thanks, readings, toasts, and speeches. Some traditions are taken very seriously because they are a symbol of love and happiness, or of becoming one flesh. [read this article]

Considering the Impact of Food & Catering Choices

As if you thought you had enough to think about, you need to think about food for your guests. Perhaps you won’t be hungry as sometimes nerves get the best of the bride and groom. Remember that some of your guests have traveled a distance to join in the festivities. You want to make sure they are happy and well fed. The food and beverages are so important that they set the entire affair. [read this article]

Choosing a Videographer

Most couples are consumed with the activities of planning their wedding and reception, yet they special moments from each to be captured. Having a video of your special day may be the best idea. A reminder of your guests, special moments, or speeches given at your reception, may be among the novelties you may miss if you opt not to have a video made. As a newly married couple, it will be as if you are in a dream, and you will be unaware of many of the things going on around you. Later as the weeks, months, and years go by, if you have a video of your wedding day, you will be able to enjoy those moments as many times as you want. [read this article]

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