Don’t Forget to Prepare for the Marriage, Not Just the Wedding

Guest post comes from nationally renowned author Sharon Naylor Sharon Naylor is the author of over 35 wedding books and has appeared as a top wedding expert on Get Married With Colin Cowie, I Do! With The Knot, Good Morning America, Inside Edition, ABC News, and many more. She is the iVillage Weddings expert and blogger, a host of ‘Here Come the Moms’ at Wedding Podcast Network, and a

Caroline Castigliano - Lauren

This is a very elegant new/sample Caroline Castigliano designer gown made of Italian silk purchased from the Caroline Castigliano shop in Bath. It is very light to wear and very stunning.The bodice is fitted to enhance the shape and the waist is gathered to give it extra detail. The skirt is A line so very classic, but also has a lovely train which you can wear over your arm or hook up at the

Everything Wedding Blog Carnival: #3

Welcome to the 3rd edition of the Everything Wedding Blog Carnival! Our wedding carnival is a monthly blog carnival that showcases outstanding posts about bridal and wedding information from both seasoned and new bloggers throughout the month of August. Various bloggers take turns hosting the carnival to create a wonderful wedding resource that can be enjoyed by everyone. If you would like to

Temple of Groom TV appearance

As a male in the wedding industry, I can tell you that by far, we are the minority. Only a handful of groom-centric wedding blogs exist and I often find myself visiting those blogs on a regular basis just to solidify the "band of brothers" mentality that we have created in the bridal space. On that note, one of my favorite "groom" bloggers, David from Temple of Groom, had his first in-studio TV

Bridezillas on the Loose!

Make your friend the star of a Bridezillas rampage! Send your friend a personalized newscast where theyll appear as the main subject of a Bridezilla's rampage. It's fast, easy and fun! Get started by clicking here!Make your friend the star of a Bridezillas rampage!

Ritva Westenius

100% Silk Bodice corset style Ritva Westenius wedding dress. Bodice features subtle embroidered flower design. Full skirt.View the original advert on The Dressmarket

Vintage Wedding Dresses

Vintage Wedding DressesI was chatting with Ann last week and she was telling me about her idea of buying a vintage wedding dress for her up and coming wedding. Now I must say that I am completely jealous of his girl because she has the waistline of the model and is as thin as they come, she’s the sort of girl that looks amazing no matter what she is wearing. It’s funny I really thought that she

Sincerity - 3465

Taffeta beaded sweetheart neckline, draped A line gown with a beaded motif at hip. Lace up back and chapel length train.View the original advert on The Dressmarket

Alan Hannah - Isadora

A beautiful ivory, thai silk wedding dress with a lace-up back. The bodice is beautifully rouched across the waist and into the skirt, with a very pretty neckline, embroidered and decorated with pearls and crystals. This dress is made on a special bodice, created specifcally for the curvier woman.View the original advert on The Dressmarket

Funny Wedding Bloopers | Fainting

Just wanted to share this great collection of wedding fainting mishaps. Enjoy!(source)

DIY Scratch Off Tickets

Hey Brides! Spice up your bridal shower with these uber-creative DIY Scratch Off Tickets found over at iDIY. The simple ingredients (1 part liquid washing soap + 2 parts metallic paint) will allow any bride to easily create their own custom homemade scratch off tickets while adding a little excitement to the party. What a cool idea! Click here to see more.

Rina di Montella - RB1707

Stunning full skirt ball gown dress. With heavy Swarovski crystal bodice, sweetheart neckline. With split skirt and inset with exquisite lace section. Absolutely fabulous dress.View original advert on The Dressmarket

World's First Start-up Wedding Registry

Instead of creating a "traditional" wedding registry for their bridal celebration, Drue Kataoka and Svetlozar Kazanjiev are asking their wedding guests to instead donate money through PayPal to get their start-up, Aboomba, off the ground. I guess that's better than 8 blenders? See their entire wedding registry here.

Alan Hannah - Dominique

An exquiste chantilly lace bodice with Swarovski crystal beading and an A-line thai silk skirt, with lace hem detail. View the original advert on The Dressmarket

My Thoughts On Hiring A Wedding Planner

"You don't just hire a wedding planner for what they do, you also hire them for what they know. Most brides only plan one wedding their entire lives while a wedding planner has the experience and understanding of coordinating numerous celebrations for each diverse individual client. Relying on a professional wedding planner to refine the details of the biggest day of your life is not only

Pronovias - Rialto

DescriptionRialto by Pronovias, ivory royal satin gown with tulle insert and lace applique and beading, full a-line skirt with zip fastening and buttons and loops.View the original advert on The Dressmarket

Serenity

Full length silk ivory wedding dress. Fitted bodice and full skirt. Celtic knotwork embroidery on bodice and round edge of skirt. Matching wrap with embroidery.View original advert on The Dressmarket

Couple Ties The Knot While Suspended From Hooks [GRAPHIC]

Talk about an EXTREME wedding! This couple took their nuptials to a whole new level by tying the knot...while suspended from hooks. Whoa! See more pics here.

Top 10 Online Resources Every Bride Should Know

Today's guest post comes courtesy of Kelly Oshiro from Kelly Oshiro EventsMy name is Kelly Oshiro and I’m an event designer and wedding planner based in Santa Barbara. I write a blog called Santa Barbara Wedding Chic where I feature inspiration for the stylish destination bride. I think these online resources are a must for every bride to checkout throughout the planning process:1. Snippet & Ink

Kate Sherford - Louisa

Blue taffeta gown with lace bodice and Swarovski crystal detail. A-line skirt with lace-up fastening.View the original advert on The Dressmarket

WeddingBee Looking For Next Generation Of Bride "Bees"

WeddingBee, the super popular wedding website that is updated by real brides across the USA, has just launched their newest set of icons that will be used by the next generation of brides chosen to be part of the next "hive". The theme this time around is: Junk FoodIt seems like a lot of the current bride "bees" are getting married in the next few weeks, so they're looking for some new, fresh

Ritva Westenius - Gilda

Elegant and very sophisticated. Gilda is a slim dress made from silk crepe, with a soft cowl neck and low draped back, finished with a delicate train. View the original advert on The Dressmarket

{Weird} Wedding Cake Topper of the Week: Mermice

What do you get when you combine the body of a mermaid with that of mice? A "Mermice" of course. And that ladies and gentlemen is this week's weird wedding cake topper of the week. Speechless.

Suzanne Neville - Mercier

Beautiful, very elegant zibeline silk ivory dress. A-line skirt with small train, fitted bodice and corset laced back. There is also detachable netting for under train. View original advert on The Dressmarket

Ian Stuart - Baroque

This stunning dress is Baroque by Ian Stuart in antique pink and ivory, its made from luxurious crushed taffeta silk and has a structured corset bodice decorated with antique French lace and beaded with swarovski crystals, tiny sequins and bugle beads. The ‘scrunch’ skirt has a beaded lace insert trimmed with beautiful roses and a full train which can be bustled for the night-time. View the

Man Loses Wedding Ring In Sea, Finds It One Year Later

Totally astonishing! Aleki Taumoepeau, from New Zealand, accidentally lost his wedding ring when it slipped from his finger while boating in Wellington Harbor in March 2008 but promised his wife Rachel that he would one day find the ring. Aleki marked the spot with an old anchor and plotted the coordinates with his GPS. After an unsuccessful dive earlier in the year, Aleki unbelievably found his

Camera Angle Fail

We shared this on Twitter and had to share it with the rest of our blog readers. Probably could have chosen a better camera angle. I have a feeling this photo didn't make it into their wedding album.The "horse" bride

+35 Social Media Statistics That Will Blow Your Mind

If I had two words of advice to help a wedding professional become more successful in the wedding industry, it would be: network more. The more you reach out, participate and engage your fellow bridal industry pros, the more opportunities for business will ultimately arise. Think of it this way: It's hard for someone to recommend you when no one knows who you are! Social networking sites such at

Peter Langner - Kimberley

Gorgeous Peter Langner dress with train which bussles up with two invisible buttons and sash can be worn in a bow at the back. View original advert on The Dressmarket

Vera Wang Wedding Dresses

Vera Wang and Her Wedding DressesVera Wang is a very popular designer that works out of New York City, but was educated primarily in Europe. During her youth, she attended a variety of design schools that helped create the foundation she would use later to create a fashionable and popular brand. She worked for 16 years as a senior editor at Vogue magazine, until she left to form her own fashion

DIY Wedding Photo Booth Using Apple Macbook + Ikea Curtains

Talk about ingenious! David Cline, a 19-year old Philadelphia student, decided to spice up his sister's wedding reception by creating his own homemade DIY photo booth using his Macbook laptop, a $99 printer and some Ikea shower curtains.Here's how it worked. David used the free Automator software program that came pre-installed on his Macbook to program a method that allowed guests to walk over

Biji Couture

This dress is by South African designer Biji, shop name Biji Couture. Easily adjustable as it is a corset style top that can be adjusted at sides and back. It is ivory with black 'panelling' at the sides and a black pheonix at the back, which is hand embroidered, and each of the ties is finished off with beading as well. Definately one of a kind, only other one is the orginal the degisner made.

Plus Size Wedding Dresses

Plus Size Wedding Dresses

"The Biggest Loser" Wedding

Over the weekend, Nicole Brewer and Damien Gurganious, both from NBC's "The Biggest Loser" fame, tied the knot in New York. Ever since the couple lost a combined 264 lbs. since leaving the show, Nicole shrank from a size 24 dress to a size 8, while Damien traded in his size 60 tux for a 42. Congrats to both of them!

Bridal Bouquet Spending Down. Is DIY to blame?

The latest wedding industry statistics issued by The Wedding Report shows brides are spending less for bridal bouquets compared to this time last year. The average cost spent fell to $136 compare to $154 in 2008. With the wedding Do-it-yourself sector growing at a phenomenal rate, it may be that bride's are finding more inspiration to roll up their sleeves and create their own bridal bouquets

Sassi Holford - Camilla

Beautiful vintage style French lace dress with detachable lace shoulders by well known designer Sassi Holford.See original advert on The Dressmarket

White Wedding Gown

White Wedding GownWhite Wedding GownIt is the dream of every bride to get the most beautiful and elegant wedding gown available in the market and this is why all brides take extra care while purchasing their wedding gowns.Even though the color white needs a lot of maintenance, the overall demand for white wedding gowns still surpasses that of other colored wedding gowns.Tradition Brides haven’t

Wedding Dresses Designer

Popular Wedding Dress DesignerAfter sixteen years as the Senior Fashion Director at Vogue Magazine, Vera Wang became a design director at Ralph Lauren. She became frustrated in finding that there was no fashion when it came to the bridal industry. The first luxury salon that Vera Wang opened was in 1990 which showcased her new bridal collection. The detailing, freshness and elegance of her line

Ellis - 11065

Beautiful mermaid Ellis wedding dress can be worn as a halterneck or strapless due to the detachable strap. The designer is Ellis (11065) and the train can be hooked up so you don't stand on it.View the original advert on The Dressmarket

Mori Lee - 2182

Warm champagne-coloured Satin dress with delicate and vintage lace design around the bodice, plunging V at the back and highly-detailed train, which can incidentally be tied up for the evening with a handy ribbon tie. It is a wonderfully-flattering dress and the antique-style lace bodice and straps combined with the beautiful satin and flowing train create an elegant yet delicate effect.View the

Vintage Wedding Dress

Vintage Wedding Gowns As Good As NewVintage Wedding DressI was chatting with Ann last week and she was telling me about her idea of buying a vintage wedding dress for her up and coming wedding. Now I must say that I am completely jealous of his girl because she has the waistline of the model and is as thin as they come, she’s the sort of girl that looks amazing no matter what she is wearing. It’s

Dress For Wedding

Las Vegas Wedding Dresses and Wedding GownsA bride-to-be may have many options when selecting a wedding dress in Las Vegas or anywhere else for that matter. Brides need to select a dress that suits them perfectly and one that blends with their skin tone. Different types of wedding gowns come in different styles, colors, prices, materials and length. The bride should order their wedding dress

Lyn Ashworth for Castigliano - Angelica

Lyn Ashworth for Castigliano Angelica dress similar to CC 'Beauty' and LA 'Georgina' Strapless dress with silk asymmetrically pleated bodice and billowing full circular skirt finishing in a train. The bodice is corseted in the usual Ashworth / Castigilano fashion, and the skirt is quite similar to her 'Beauty' design. The main difference to the Beauty shape is the bodice curves into the skirt

Cheap Wedding Dresses

Cheap Wedding DressesBride to be, as you plan your wedding on a tight budget there is already enough anxiety attached to getting the perfect gown at a price you can live with. When the internet came into being, it became easier to search for a cheap wedding dress that could fit your budget, along with style, elegance and taste.As a girl, the wedding dress really bring us to much imagine, and the

Beach Wedding Dresses

Beach Wedding DressesThe trend for beach wedding dressesor any wedding dress for that matter, has been leaning towards simplicity for the last several years. Gone are the wedding dresses that incorporated heavy materials, yards of lace and large fabric flowers. The bride's arms came uncovered, bare shoulders became stylish and beach wedding dresses became uncomplicated and unencumbered.Beach

Ian Stuart - Truffle

Gorgeous silver beaded corset bodice with flowing skirt section. very flattering and extremely comfortable. Comes with chiffon shoulder wrap.View the original advert on The Dressmarket

Dresses For Wedding

Dresses For WeddingA wedding on a tropical island invokes images of sand, surf, and rolling waves. A gentle breeze and bright sunshine the bride who awaits her island wedding, in her beautiful island wedding dress.Island wedding dress fabricsIsland wedding dresses are more an idea or a sense of style itself. several aspects must be respected for the bride to feel comfortable on the beach on an

Wedding Dresses

Wedding Dress Ideas, a Few Handy PointersWedding DressesSearching for ideas for the ideal wedding dress gives you numerous options. Whether it's a modest wedding dress, a celtic wedding dress, a gothic wedding dress, a colored wedding dress, the selection is just about endless. You could likewise design your own wedding dress.But even as there are myriad ideas for wedding dresses there are a lot

Wedding Tips and Advice For 2009

Every so often, I catch myself jotting down bits of wedding advice that I feel might be beneficial to a planning bride or groom. While some of those little pieces of paper accidentally find their way onto the ground or in the trash, some bravely stick around and pile up patiently waiting for their moment to be shared. I'm proud to say that after some delay, I've put together a few of these to

The Pacman Wedding Cake

We're a sucker for a unique groom's cake. And if you've got some time to waste....-Pac-Man made by Neave Games

The "Garage" Wedding

Ben Alty and Karolina Nowakowska, both from the UK, decided they didn't want to start married life together in debt so they did what any serious thrifty bride and groom would do...they held their wedding reception in a converted garage.The budget-cutting couple spent just £1,000 on their big day. The bride's gown was bought on the cheap from a charity Cancer research shop. They also saved a ton

Benjamin Roberts - Constantina Brandy

Stunning Benjamin Roberts Constantina fastened by an inner elasticated corset and then zipped on the outside with an invisible zip which is disguised by tiny buttons. The material is french taffeta and there are a number of underskirts giving the dress shape. The detail on the dress is made up of crystal and pearlescent beads made into intricate flower-like details running just under the bust and

Bridesmaid Dresses for a Spring Wedding

Ideas for Bridesmaid Dresses for a Spring WeddingWhat could be more beautiful than spring wedding? This time of year when nature is in life that you want nothing more to say, "I do." Unfortunately, finding ways for your wedding gown is almost more difficult than finding the wedding dress. You want to choose something that will use the popular colors for the season and flatter your honor, but you

Wedding Stat: Brides Spending Less On Shoes

The latest wedding industry statistics issued by The Wedding Report shows that brides are spending less for wedding shoes in 2009. The average cost spent declined to an average of $83 compare to an average of $94 in 2008.

Suzanne Neville - Aster

A gorgeous dress with a fabulous corset - which means the sizing is flexible if you change shape in the run up to the wedding.View original advert on The Dressmarket

Wedding Gowns Dresses

Wedding Gowns Bridal Dresses Wedding dressesA wedding is the most auspicious day in the life of a person. It is a time when everything has to be at its best. Includes arrangements and waiting. The dressing, do more, we must look so elegant for the occasion. There are rich and seem admirable. Your air should be a special and unique about the couple. The dress adds color and beauty to the occasion.

Wedding Dresses

The 7 Best Celebrity Wedding DressesWedding DressesThere is always one gorgeous wedding dress that stands out nearly every year, and more often than not, it is always worn by a celebrity. In case you too want to shine as bright as they do on the wedding day, here are some celebrity wedding dresses that have caused an uproar - for its aesthetic and monetary value. Well, you can imagine these

Wedding Dress

Weddig DressesWeddings are one of the most important occasions in a person's life. As a result, every bride strives to look good this time. Although other factors such as the makeup and hairstyle to play a role in his appearance on their big day, the wedding dress will be an important part. Once again, you and your family will be seeing pictures of their wedding in the coming decades. As such, it

Is it necessary to write thank-you cards to my wedding vendors after our big day?

OK, so the wedding is over, you're back from your honeymoon and it's time to start writing some thank-you cards to the people that helped make your day special and memorable. One common question that a lot of brides ask is:"Do I have to send a thank-you note to my wedding vendors?"In short, no, it's not necessary to send your wedding vendors a thank-you card, but, personally I feel it is an

Chanticleer - Spirit of Romance

100% Pure Silk 2 piece dress consisting of boned bodice with adjustable corset ties to back and gems to front middle panel. Fitted A-line high waist skirt with slight train and pearl hook to hold train up.View the original advert on The Dressmarket

21 Offbeat Wedding Boutonnieres

Personalize your wedding down to the smallest detail by spicing up the groom's attire with a killer wedding boutonniere that he'll be proud to wear. Below is our 21 favorite non-traditional alternatives to a flower lapel pin from Fritts Rosenow Bespoke Boutonnieres. Because hey, it's his day too. All pics via Fritts Rosenow Bespoke Boutonnieres

Man Converts 1942 Truck Into A Hot-Rod Wedding Chapel On Wheels

If you're looking for a non-traditional wedding ceremony, look no further than Reverend Darrell Best's hot-rod chapel on wheels. Complete with stained-glass windows, a pipe organ and an altar, Reverend Darrell Best says he has everything he needs in his converted 1942-edition American La France fire engine to wed willing and daring couples.Although the reverend offers a more traditional wedding

Enter the 2010 San Francisco $100,000 Dream Wedding Giveaway!

San Francisco is, without a doubt, one of the most romantic spots in the country. It’s also the perfect choice for this upscale destination wedding valued at $100,000.00! One very deserving bride and groom, along with 75 of their closest friends and family, will celebrate in style, at the luxurious Hotel Vitale, located in the heart of San Francisco. After the wedding, the winners will head to

Bride Breaks Guinness Record With World's Longest Wedding Dress

It took guests more than three hours to roll out the gown of Lin Rong, a Chinese bride who recently broke into the Guinness Book of World Records by wearing the world's longest wedding dress. Costing almost $6,000 and complete with 9,999 silk red roses attached to it, Lin's dress measures in at 2 km (1.2 miles) and was completely handmade by her groom's family. The former old record was set in

Sincerity - 2774

The dress is made up of 7 layers of material. There are numerous roses and synthetic pearl beads stiched into lace flower motifes. Some of these flowers are on the outer layer, some are underneath the outer layer which gives a hint of flowers underneath. The boned bodice has four bones in the front and two in the back giving 5 panels in the front and four in the back. The dress is closed at the

You Might Be A Wedding Planner if...

You Might Be A Wedding Planner if:... you're 3-year old's Hanna Montana birthday party had a seating arrangement & place cards.... you take notes while watching Bridezillas.... it takes you 2 weeks and four vendors to plan dinner.... you throw rice at graduations.... you fight the urge to bustle every gown you see.... you've memorized other peoples vows.... you insist Thanksgiving begin with a

Maggie Sottero - Paris Royale

Two-piece ivory strapless taffeta gown with corset bodice and sweetheart neckline. Full box-pleated skirt falls into a sweep train. The bodice is enhanced with detachable jewelled brooch. Hoop underskirt makes skirt fuller.View original advert on The Dressmarket

Woman Violates Parole While Appearing On TV's Bridezillas

Karee Gibson, 21, of Wisconsin, will be heading to the Racine County Jail after her appearance on the popular bridal reality show: Bridezillas.“I thought it would be a nice opportunity for me to show my acting skills, cause I’ve always wanted to be an actress and also a way for my family to get some income to help me pay for my wedding,” Gibson told MyFOXMilwaukee.Apparently, her probation office

Linea Rafaelli - B8 - set 11

Striking halter neck ivory full length dress, with beaded details on the back straps and feather and rose details on the front.View the original advert on The Dressmarket

Random Wedding Funny

Thanks to Emily over at NY Weddings for sending this to us!Click to enlarge

Uncrating of Princess Diana's 1981 Royal Wedding Dress

It's been called the "Dress of the Century". It was one of the main focal points on July 29, 1981, in St. Paul's Cathedral. Yes, were talking about Princess Diana's famous wedding dress. Below is a video uncrating of Princess Diana's 1981 Royal wedding dress for the Western Reserve Historical Society in Cleveland. We've also include a few interesting facts:* The 25-foot silk train on Princess

Rivini - Siena

A beautifully simple dress of layered organza, with delicate details on the bodice and hem. View the original advert on The Dressmarket

Mark Wahlberg Marries Rhea Durham

Over the next few days, more photos of Mark Wahlberg's wedding to Rhea Durham will surely be published, but until then, here are some pre-official pics for all you celebrity wedding addicts. The couple tied the knot in Beverly Hills on August 1, 2009.

Tony and Sarah’s Superhero Wedding

Superman marries Wonder Woman...sort of. Tony Lucchese and Sarah LaFore met while working on a theatrical production in Oak Ridge, Tennessee 7 years ago. After 18 months of wedding planning, they finished all the details for their Superhero Wedding. The groomsmen were Spiderman, Flash and Aqua Man. The couple traded vows at a makeshift Fortress of Solitude altar in a rented warehouse space in

Tips For Guys That Want To Cancel Their Wedding

Interesting story by the Lansing State Journal that outlines 5 tidbits of cold feet advice for helping a guy tactfully cancel their wedding. Would-be-grooms are told to factor in their considerations, organized by the wedding timeline. In other words, the exit strategy 6 months before the ceremony is completely different than the approach with only a week left. We say the sooner you let your