All About Toasting
Again the best man usually takes the lead here, calling people's attention to the first toasts. Naturally he should speak with the couple in advance to determine the point at which they wish the toasting to begin. ... [... more]
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Alternative Attendant Formations
If you have a wildly unequal number of attendants, and you're including opposite sex attendants in your wedding, consider attendant swapping to balance things. For example, if the bride has a male friend she wants to ... [... more]
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Baby Duty On The Big Day
Here's a 21st century dilemma that your grandmother probably didn't have to deal with: What do you do with your baby during your wedding? While many mothers are getting remarried, other mothers are (hold onto your ... [... more]
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Bridal Party Ages
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Bridal Party Roles
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Bridesmaid Blind Spots: Avoiding Friendship Crashes
2. Think about your friends' life situations. Is one of your candidates already committed to two other weddings this year? She may be relieved just being one of your guests. Is another friend working three jobs to ... [... more]
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Dear Old Dad
Time Together: Go out of your way to make time for Dad. You're probably spending a lot of time with Mom these days -- power planning meetings and wedding-related appointments -- and for Mom, that may be fun. But Dad ... [... more]
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Gift Ideas For A Great Wedding Party
These are the girls who have been with you through thick and thin. They've spent countless hours planning your bridal shower, helping you mail the invitations, packaging the favors, and keeping you sane when you ... [... more]
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Gifts For Your Attendants
These are just a few of the possibilities. Consider the things you and your attendants enjoy sharing together and let that point you to a gift that will be appreciated and will uniquely remind them of you. Some ... [... more]
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Honoring Your Elders
Make Them Comfortable. Comfort is key for your elders to enjoy your celebration, so be sure to provide seating at both the ceremony and reception for them. If you are having a stand up cocktail party with passed hors ... [... more]
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Mothers Of The Bride And Groom
The War of the Dresses: Moms, watch out for a few sensitive areas. One is the dress. Moms should talk early about dress expectations. If mom of the bride is planning to wear an Oscar-caliber ballgown, mom of the ... [... more]
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Partners In Planning, Inc.
Partners in Planning, Inc. Think of you and Mom as true partners in wedding planning, almost like a professional party planning team. Partnership is the operative word here, so keep that in mind. You and Mom are ... [... more]
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