April 25th, 2012, by The Man Registry
Special to OneWed by Kara Horner of TheManRegistry.com
Nothing strikes fear into the heart of a recently engaged man quite like this phrase: “Honey, want to go to a bridal show this Saturday?” But there’s no reason to sound the alarms just yet. That’s right, guys; you might actually enjoy attending a couple of these events during your engagement.
While many men may envision booth after booth of wedding dresses and flower arrangements at a bridal show or wedding expo, there...
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April 23rd, 2012, by Valley & Co.
You know us. We're all about wowing guests at celebrations with the simplest of unexpected touches. There's perhaps no easier way to accomplish this than with your dinner menu as it's a blank canvas to express your tastes, your aesthetic, favorite travel locales and nod to local bakers and farmers. With any one of our three creative ideas you will set the stage for a scrumptious and memorable dinner.
1. Serve up a tasting-style menu a la your favorite restaurant. This style of...
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April 19th, 2012, by The Man Registry
Special to OneWed by Kara Horner of TheManRegistry.com
Tired of the traditional guest book concept where guests dutifully sign their names on the dotted line? While it’s nice to have a record of those who attended your wedding, a simple book of names can seem a bit, well…boring. But today, there are plenty of unique guest book alternatives to fit any couple’s personality.
Polaroid book. Update the traditional photo album with a fun, retro feel by placing a Polaroid camera...
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April 16th, 2012, by Azure
Why don't you... pair spicy cinnamon reds with zesty lemon, lime and tangerine for an unexpected wedding color palette? It's perfect for Spring, Summer and Fall weddings, and lets you get super creative with your reception centerpieces and decor details!
Consider incorporating citrus fruits in your centerpieces and/or reception tablescapes. Then put your bridesmaids in mix and match gowns in shades of grapefruit, lime green, clementine and lemon yellow, or in elegant neutral dresses...
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April 11th, 2012, by Azure
BIG NEWS! OneWed's revamped MatchMake tool is revolutionizing how brides find local wedding vendors! And we're giving Chicago and New York area brides, grooms and wedding pros first crack at this game-changing product!
It's eHarmony meets This Or That meets OkCupid, in an engaging wedding planning environment, and you can get the full scoop in our press release HERE! Here is one bride's story to help you understand the true awesomeness of MatchMake...
Suzy Q is a Chicago bride,...
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April 09th, 2012, by Azure
It's no secret that brides love lace! Lace is romantic, exudes old world elegance, and has always been a favorite among wedding dress designers. To help you get your DIY on, here are five of our favorite wedding do-it-yourself projects incorporating lace or lace-looking doilies:
1. Lace escort card display
2. Lace and feather fascinator
3. Pink parasol doily drink stirs
4. Doily confetti cones
5. Monogrammed hoops
6. Doily & cupcake wrapper garland
7....
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April 03rd, 2012, by Azure
Inspiration: Faded floral wallpapers, glistening metallic details, high-tech brocades (from Christopher Kane's spring 2012 runway show).
The Mix: Assorted bright ranunculus, anemones, Yves Piaget garden roses, and Dusty Miller foliage, beautifully arranged in a pewter gray pitcher.
Step-by-Step DIY:
1. To establish the basic shape of the centerpiece, start by dropping vines and the Dusty Miller foilage into the vase.
2. Begin adding your larger flowers (ranunculus, anemones,...
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April 03rd, 2012, by Brooklyn Bride
Lisa Congdon is a crazy good artist....you may know her from her Collection a Day series? If you dont, you really should! This year she's taking that collection a bit further by doing a daily hand lettering exercise...each day it's something a little different, and really made me think that it could be a great thing to work into your wedding!
I'm not saying you need to calligraph every one of your wedding invitation envelopes or anything, but with a little practice, you could...
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April 02nd, 2012, by Azure
Wedding planning got you down? Don't let it! Read on to learn five keys to stress-free, enjoyable planning...
5- Devise Rituals: Build routine periods of wedding planning time into your busy schedules. For example, set aside a few hours every Saturday (or whatever day works best) to tackle items on your wedding planning checklist. Having this pre-planned ritual will give you and your groom a sense of calm, and will ensure you're not running around like a chicken with your head cut...
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March 30th, 2012, by Azure
And color your wedding beautiful!
To say that the 7-tier rainbow wedding cake by Rise & Shine Bakery (above and below) inspired me would be a true understatement. It literally blew my mind, made me swoon, and tantalized my sweet tooth, all with a single look. So I just couldn't resist creating a style board inspired by this colorful confection!
Isn't it sweet? How many brides are daring enough to take guests over the rainbow with this vibrant wedding color palette?
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