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Real Wedding Challenges: Making Accommodations

June 25th, 2009, by Azure

We love hearing real wedding stories, and on the last Friday of every month we introduce you to a real married couple that worked through one or more challenges in planning their wedding. Since these couples are no longer in the midst of planning, we think you’ll find their solutions and perspectives refreshing. To read the first three Real Wedding Challenges, click here. Luke and Amber have only been married a year, so I found their perspective on their somewhat unique situation...

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Origin of “The Best Man”- Did you know….

June 25th, 2009, by Azure

That the term “best man” dates back to the times when Scotsmen kidnapped their future brides. So who was the "best man" accolade bestowed upon? The friend of the groom who had excelled at the abduction.

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Tuxes and Suits
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best man, interesting, origin, strange wedding fact, Celebrity Weddings




Two Heavenly Wedding Dresses from Amy Michelson

June 25th, 2009, by Azure

I am dying over these new designs from Amy Michelson, drooling on my keyboard as we speak. Ok... not really drooling, but how amazing, dreamy, sexy and chic are these wedding dresses? I've always loved the look of a bare back with a stunning, classy dress. There really is nothing sexier. If you're a bit unsure about baring it all in one of these dresses, though, check out Amy's tips on how to wear your Spanx with a low-back dress!

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Amy Michelson, chic, details, low-back wedding dresses, sexy, Spanx, stunning




Ask the Wedding Maven: Interfering Mothers-in-Law

June 25th, 2009, by Azure

The interfering mother-in-law seems like an old-fashioned stereotype. But, unfortunately for the bride in this week's column, it's a reality, and it's leaving her with a big problem, 20 extra wedding guests. Do you have a question about wedding-related traditions, etiquette, or relationships? Write The Wedding Maven at weddingmaven@onewed.com

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Featured Engagement Session: Chioma and Seun

June 25th, 2009, by Azure

Special feature by Fola Adewole of Fola Adewole Photography This June, Aba and I were granted the unique privilege of traveling to Old Town Alexandria to capture the pre-wedding session of Chioma and Seun. Chioma and Seun are a young, beautiful couple, full of love and laughter. Taking their portraits was a blast - they were so comfortable and natural being affectionate with each other. They exuded intelligence, charm, and sexiness. Aba and I are so excited to be photographing...

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Top Wedding Invitation Trends: Colors, Patterns, Silhouettes and More!

June 25th, 2009, by Azure

Special to OneWed by Jeanne & Joyce of Invitations4Less.com Your wedding invitation is more than a piece of paper inviting guests to your event. In addition to setting the tone for your special day, your wedding invitation is an extension of your individuality, style, and taste. The wedding invitation is the first glimpse your guests will have of your wedding day. Because the design and color used on your invitations will set the mood for your special day, you may be curious as...

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Stationery Green
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colors, damask, grey, nature-inspired, orange, patterns, purple, recycled, silhouettes, trends, Wedding Expert Tips, wedding invitations, Celebrity Weddings, Wedding Planning, yellow




More Tips from Amazon’s Wedding Gift Registry

June 25th, 2009, by Azure

As we told you last week, your favorite online bookstore, Amazon.com, has a brand new wedding gift registry service. One of the best things about doing your registry at Amazon is that you can register for all sorts of items you might not think of getting at your typical department store. Check out this info from their section on registering for personal care items: Scales and Health Monitors
 You might think there is nothing romantic and exciting about a bath scale or blood...

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