OneWed.com Expert Tips and Advice - Budgets, Checklists, Timelines

If you want to stay calm, cool, and delectable on your wedding day, OneWed’s new and revised Guide for the Savvy Bride is for you! From setting up your Wedding Pre-Party to packing for your honeymoon, the Guide for the Savvy Bride helps you step by step, all with a sense of humor! Download your free copy here. (more)

It seems like everywhere you turn there’s another article about how to have a wedding on a tight budget. My problem with these articles is that they either tell me things I already know (ice sculptures are an unnecessary expense, a big guest list will be more expensive than a small one, who knew?) or they make suggestions that unless you quit your job and take classes in baking, calligraphy,... (more)

It’s time to get tasty. Have you started thinking about who will cater your reception? As always, this should start with a talk with your groom. If he’s been assuming caviar and champagne while you’re craving barbecue and lemonade served in mason jars, it’s better to find that out now. Once you’ve got your vision set, search for caterers in your area here. The ratings from... (more)

Hello, Gorgeous! Getting engaged reminds you of how beautiful you are, inside and out… But sometimes thinking about your wedding can make every body insecurity you ever had come right to the surface. Remember that thing you got over in the seventh grade? Say hello – it’s back for a visit. If you’re thinking about starting a new fitness regime for your wedding, go slow and go... (more)

How to keep yourself from getting into a bind If you don’t have your wedding binder started, take some time to do it today. A little time setting it up now will save you countless hours down the road. A wedding binder is much more than a big book of menus and color swatches (though you’ll definitely want them in there). It’s where you keep everything you need to know about your... (more)

Do you need a wedding planner to plan your wedding? Hiring a wedding planner adds to your budget, but he or she can be a godsend, especially if you’re planning a destination wedding. If you and your groom both have demanding jobs or if you just can’t be made to care about flowers and table settings, hiring a planner can also save you a lot of grief. Or you may just want someone on... (more)

Face it: you’re gifted. Registering for gifts can be a whole lot of fun. It can also be delicate, so proceed with a spirit of fun and just a touch of caution. Too many options can overwhelm your guests, so choose two or three stores, and only register for things you and your groom really want. Make sure to have a range of prices, too – at least a few things for your loved ones with... (more)

Doing your guests a favor Wedding favors are a nice addition to your wedding reception… but they’re also a very new tradition, so don’t stress about it if they’re not your thing. Wedding favors should either be 1) portable, fun, and personal or 2) edible. Edible is pretty self-explanatory, and will always make your guests happy. Personal, fun, and portable is trickier. Specially... (more)

Your one chance to dress your best friend like Bo Peep Yes, it’s time to talk bridesmaids dresses. If you’ve already started looking, you know that there’s only one sure way to get a dress that all of your bridesmaids like: Only have one bridesmaid. Otherwise, different body types and skin tones can make for some tricky sailing. You can solve a lot of problems by giving your... (more)

Your honeymoon You and your groom have the whole world at your feet. So where in the world will you be going? Talk early so you can really plan a vacation that’s a dream for you both. Chances are you two already like doing the same things, but it can’t hurt to get the conversation going to make sure you’re thinking along the same lines. Does your dream vacation mean roughing it or... (more)