Giving a wedding present or gift is a great way to congratulate the newlyweds, but how much should you spend? Are you spending enough?
When I got married, I really didn’t look at how much people spent, but I did notice whether or not they got me something that was on my registry. Heck, even more […]
With the availability and user-friendly nature of computers, art programs such as Photoshop, and photo-quality printers, making your own invitations for your wedding or wedding-related events is definitely possible. As long as you take care to preserve the dignity of the occasion, you can create beautiful, appropriate invitations with a personal touch.
Paper. Make sure you use paper […]
Reception cards include both escort cards and/or place cards. Escort cards are used to point your guests to a particular table at your reception. You can use a tent card, or a more formal card with an envelope. Once your guests find their table, they can seat themselves, or you can use individual place cards […]
There are many ways budget-conscious brides can save money on their invitations.
Assembly: Instead of having your stationer assemble your invitations, gather your bridesmaids to help you tie, stuff, and seal them at home. Try to use self-adhesive stamps and a sealer sponger or glue stick to seal the envelopes.
Calligraphy: Professional calligraphers will address your invitations, […]
Save the dates provide guests advance notice of an upcoming wedding and are especially ideal for destination weddings. They can range from hip and trendy to more traditional and classic looking.
E-mails: Create a personalized e-mail or e-card to announce your wedding plans to your guests. These inexpensive save the dates are fun, easy, and can […]
Here comes the bride, all dressed in… what? What to wear?
All eyes will be on you, so you’re probably looking for something a bit special but you’re also thinking about the ethical and green credentials of your outfit too.
Tricky! So what are your options? So how in the world do you have a green […]
In recent years, wedding photography has become one of the most lucrative fields in the world. Couples are paying thousands of dollars to have their weddings photographed, and many professional photographers have turned this hobby into a business that has given them a six figure income. Having said that, it should also be noted that […]
Your wedding has been decided but you have to do all in just $1,000.00. Only detailed planning coupled with strong analysis shall protect from going over budget. If few things are taken special care of then you can do this without losing a sweat. If planning a wedding under $1000 then it requires that you […]
This year’s wedding season is just getting started and there are some hot trends already starting to pop up all over the place. I have been keeping my eye out for the next hot trends in everything from wedding dress styles to honeymoon hot spots. Take a peek at 3 of the latest trends for […]
When I got married last summer I was one of the most critical brides to ever say "I DO" and now I want to share what I learned from the experience!
At CriticalBride.com I will share with you all the mistakes that caused headaches and the ways to deal with a near miss so that your wedding day will be simply full of bliss.
Take a look around... whether you're just starting out in the planning process or just a few weeks away from your big day, you'll find something for you, at the Critical Bride!