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What's Hot in Weddings

2012-05-15T14:51:06Z

I always love seeing what readers are interested in at a certain point in time. I'm loving that so many of you are still checking out the Royal Wedding. But it looks like most of you are getting ready for those summer weddings and romantic honeymoons.

Free Printable Wedding Checklists

Top Honeymoon Ideas

Princess Catherine's Wedding Dress

Wedding Registry Checklist: The Dining Room

A Wedding Band or a DJ?

What's Hot in Weddings originally appeared on About.com Weddings on Tuesday, May 15th, 2012 at 14:51:06.

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How Would You Describe Your Wedding?

2012-05-08T12:40:40Z

I read a report recently that when polled, most couples describe their weddings using the same two words. Even though most are trying to have a unique wedding, they still view their weddings in the same way. I'm wondering how my readers would describe their wedding in just one or two words. I have a poll below, but you can also leave a comment if your one or two words aren't listed. Do you match up with fellow readers? PS I won't spoil it for you - as it might influence your results - but if you're interested in that report, it's here.

How Would You Describe Your Wedding? originally appeared on About.com Weddings on Tuesday, May 8th, 2012 at 12:40:40.

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(I Left My Heart in) Romantic San Francisco

2012-05-05T20:40:47Z

San Francisco has always been a romantic city for me, with its charming architecture, beautiful views, and fantastic restaurants and hotels. I even included its Legion of Honor museum as one of my top romantic wedding locations around the world. I'm here in the city by the bay again, gathering intelligence about what's new and what's newly beautiful, and I'm more inspired by this city than ever. If you're considering a destination wedding, honeymoon, or even a bachelorette party in San Francisco, watch this space for more tips, ideas, and hot spots soon

(I Left My Heart in) Romantic San Francisco originally appeared on About.com Weddings on Saturday, May 5th, 2012 at 20:40:47.

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Planning for An Outdoor Wedding: Making Guests Comfortable

2012-04-30T17:15:40Z

One of the most memorable weddings I've attended is the one where I was miserable: it was memorable for all the wrong reasons! It was an outdoor wedding in New York in May - a time of year that is generally very pleasant. Unfortunately, that year there was a very early heatwave, and it was blazing hot. Rather than focusing my attention on the bride and groom, I spent the ceremony wishing for a bottle of water or a fan, and thinking about how my satin dress was sticking to me.

This year, the weather has been so up and down - 80 degrees one day and 40 the next. I'm guessing there are a lot of uncomfortable wedding guests out there either freezing or baking! So if you're planning an outdoor wedding, make sure you check out my Top 10 Tips for an Outdoor Wedding. Even if it should be the perfect temp with blue skies, you never know what could happen with this crazy weather!

Planning for An Outdoor Wedding: Making Guests Comfortable originally appeared on About.com Weddings on Monday, April 30th, 2012 at 17:15:40.

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Angelina and Brad Set a Wedding Date: The Biggest Wedding of the Year?

2012-04-30T16:41:20Z

You've probably heard that Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt finally got engaged. This time, it's not just another sensational tabloid headline, but their publicist confirmed it, and Angelina's been seen out and about with a massive $500,000 engagement ring. Now they've reportedly set a wedding date: ...

Angelina and Brad Set a Wedding Date: The Biggest Wedding of the Year? originally appeared on About.com Weddings on Monday, April 30th, 2012 at 16:41:20.

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Make Em' Laugh: Funny Wedding Readings

2012-04-30T16:12:03Z

Even though a wedding ceremony is a serious and romantic occasion, it's always nice to have a moment of humor in the mix to lighten things up. One of my favorite ways is with a funny wedding reading. First, have a serious reading about love and relationships, then surprise your guests with something that makes them laugh. Bonus: then they'll be awake for the most important part of the ceremony, your vows!

Make Em' Laugh: Funny Wedding Readings originally appeared on About.com Weddings on Monday, April 30th, 2012 at 16:12:03.

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Pomp and Circumstance: The Wedding Processional

2012-04-30T15:36:08Z

When a little girl dreams about her wedding, she pictures herself in a big fluffy white dress, marching down the aisle to her groom. So when you're planning your wedding, make sure you take some time to think about how your wedding processional should go.

What music will you use? In what order will the bridal party walk down the aisle? Will your father accompany you, or both of your parents, or will you do it solo-style? If there's ever a time for a little drama and pomp in a ceremony, this is it! So have fun with it!

Suggestions for Ceremony Music, including Wedding Processionals

Wedding Processionals: The Order of Walking Down the Aisle

Planning Your WeddingCeremony

Pomp and Circumstance: The Wedding Processional originally appeared on About.com Weddings on Monday, April 30th, 2012 at 15:36:08.

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The New Rules on How to Address Your Wedding Invitations

2012-04-24T14:47:47Z

Wedding Invitation Week continues with a little bit of etiquette. Now, before you run away at the fuddy-duddy sound of the word etiquette, realize that it's an important way to show respect, and a way to make things more elegant. The problem comes when etiquette experts don't change with the times.

So when it comes to addressing your wedding invitations, don't just write Mr. and Mrs. Joe Smith - here are my new rules on how to address your wedding invitations.

The New Rules on How to Address Your Wedding Invitations originally appeared on About.com Weddings on Tuesday, April 24th, 2012 at 14:47:47.

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Wedding Invitation Week: The Basics

2012-04-23T15:44:13Z

I'm getting so many questions about invites right now that I've decided to declare it wedding invitation week here at weddings.about.com. The timing makes sense, as many of you are racing to get invites addressed in time for June nuptials, or ordered in time for summer weddings.

One should always begin at the beginning, so we'll start with the basics:

Basic Wedding Invitation Wording

and

Checklist: Make Sure Your Wedding Invitations Include These 5 Essentials

With the basics out of the way, later in the week we'll get to some fun stuff like style and personality. But I also want to help you get your questions answered. What do you need to know about your wedding invitations? Leave a comment here, or ask a wedding planning question via my form and I'll do my best to give you answers and inspiration.

Wedding Invitation Week: The Basics originally appeared on About.com Weddings on Monday, April 23rd, 2012 at 15:44:13.

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5 Fun Rehearsal Dinner Ideas

2012-04-17T15:54:02Z

The night before the wedding, everyone will be full of excitement and anticipation. You'll go through a rehearsal, making sure everyone knows where to stand and what to say. Since the most important people in your life will already be together, it makes sense to gather for a relaxing and fun night together. Here are 5 Fun Rehearsal Dinner Ideas.

5 Fun Rehearsal Dinner Ideas originally appeared on About.com Weddings on Tuesday, April 17th, 2012 at 15:54:02.

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