August 03rd, 2011, by Azure
Wedding catering is not cheap, it can take a big bite out of your wedding budget. But with a little creativity and some help from OneWed, you won't break the budget with your wedding reception bites!
Here are 6 simple ways to save big on your wedding catering:
1. Transform the basics, and avoid high-end, pricey ingredients. Everyone loves raw veggies and dip, so why not spruce up this staple for a wedding reception appetizer. Take fancy shot glasses and fill with ranch, blue...
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March 07th, 2011, by Azure
As intimate, sophisticated weddings become more popular, couples strive to personalize every aspect of their wedding day. In the past, "Chicken or Fish" was the standard in wedding catering. But foodies rejoice... those days are long gone! Today, wedding guests can actually get excited about the wedding reception food, because unique menu options that reflect a couple's culture, heritage and individual tastes are becoming all the rage! Here are 5 ideas to put a unique spin on your...
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December 16th, 2010, by Azure
Yesterday, Billy Folchetti of Luxe Life Events took us through how to design a winter wonderla nd wedding. Today, Melissa of Simply Perfect by Melissa follows up with tips on bridal style, wedding stationery, and reception cocktails for your winter wedding!
-Winter Wedding Bridal Style-
Wedding Dress Silhouette- the full ballgownwedding dress is perfect for a winter wedding.
Fabric- chose a dress in a heavier material, like Satin or Dupioni.
Stay Warm With- a sleeved wedding dress, a...
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November 17th, 2010, by Azure
About The Man Registry
Don’t Forget to Grab Some Grub on the Wedding Day
One of the often overlooked tasks on the wedding day may actually be the most important thing you can do for yourself. I’m talking about remembering to eat properly– and doing so might just help you get through the day on both feet.
Chances are you’ll be nervous, emotional and perhaps stressed when you wake up on the wedding day. Food may be the last thing that appeals to you; however it’s of...
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October 13th, 2010, by Azure
About The Man Registry
From time to time, we receive an interesting question from a user that simply must be answered in a public forum. Take this one on drunken rehearsal dinners for example:
Q -We’re holding our rehearsal dinner at my parent’s house. Very casual, very low-key. Our wedding party members are all old friends from college and things generally get pretty crazy when they’re all together. If a full-on party breaks out, should we shut it down? Or go with the flow?...
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September 29th, 2010, by Azure
About The Man Registry
Grooms, if you dare break the 1st rule of stag weekend (no women allowed); you better have something unique planned. Believe it or not, co-ed bachelor parties that include the groom, the bride, and the rest of the wedding party can be a hit if pulled off the right way.
Wine and beer tastings are something that both sexes can get excited about. Depending on whether you live in an area rich with vineyards, they make a very acceptable co-ed bachelor(ette) party. ...
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September 24th, 2010, by Azure
We've got two lucky winners to announce today! One lucky bride will receive the fabulous Dam Good Sweetcookbook by James Beard Award nominee David Guas. And the other lucky ducky lady will receive the $200 gift card from Williams-Sonoma! So, if I may, cue the drum roll please...
The Dam Good Sweet, Desserts to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth New Orleans Style cookbook goes to... Caroline Murray!
And the $200 gift card from Williams-Sonoma goes to... Amber H.!
Congratulations to our...
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September 20th, 2010, by Azure
It’s one of those questions engaged people get asked all the time. How did you know? How did you know HE was the one? How did you know you were ready to get married? How did you know the dress was the one? How did you know you needed a lemon squeezer AND an orange zester?
OK, maybe not the last one. But, some of us are almost as passionate about our kitchen accessories as we are about our wedding day accessories and by us, I mean my husband, because frankly, I don’t cook. He does,...
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September 13th, 2010, by Azure
About Recycled Bride
Autumn is a time to celebrate nature's bounty, and Fall's hottest green weddings will do it with eco-chic style that's lush, bold, and romantic. Think succulents, foliage, and tons of greenery; vintage silver decorations paired with bright jewel-toned accents, and romantic silhouettes. A few ideas to inspire your green Autumn wedding:
1. Adele Wechsler Eco-couture is a perennial favorite among green fashionistas. The Sierrawedding dress is made of certified...
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September 09th, 2010, by Azure
If the phrase “tea party” makes you think of little girls and stuffed animals, or little old ladies in gloves, or worse-yet, political parties, it’s time to rethink things!
Tea parties are still a great idea for a bridal shower, after all, what's not to love about retro-elegance and girl talk?
But, just because you’re having a tea party doesn’t mean it has to be stuffy and old fashioned! The new tea party has modern tastes AND modern drinks!
Check out our advice section...
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