Thursday, August 31, 2017
Can You Name These 10 Popular Wedding Flowers?
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Eclectic LA Wedding With All The Old Hollywood Vibes
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Wednesday, August 30, 2017
Classic New Orleans Wedding Complete with an Heirloom Dress
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7 Cozy + Romantic Honeymoons to Take After Your Fall Wedding
So, if you are preparing to say your vows as the leaves begin to change, here are the best places, near and far, to jet off to with your forever travel partner after the wedding!
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Flora-Inspired Bridal Session With a Statement Bouquet
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Tuesday, August 29, 2017
Feel Awkward in Front of the Camera? Try These 6 Tricks.
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Bringing Bright, Happy Hues to a Modern Ballroom Affair
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3 Tips for Curating A Cohesive Wedding Design
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Your Visual Playbook the Prettiest Brunch Wedding
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Monday, August 28, 2017
Inspiration that Brings the Dreamiest Garden Romance to Life
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Colorado Mountain Wedding With an Ultra Romantic Twist
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Sunday, August 27, 2017
How To Plan Your Dream Wedding in Under a Year
Let's jump to it, because there's no time to waste. You got the ring and you know you want to tie the knot in less than a year. So where do you start? Wedding planner Kisha Barner, founder of K. Barner Events, whose notable clients include Kevin Hart and Rev. Run, is here to guide us through the process. Let's begin.
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Saturday, August 26, 2017
4 Reasons You Need Wedding Day Insurance
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5 Steps to the Perfect Faux Bob
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Friday, August 25, 2017
Looking to the Past for the Most Beautiful Wedding You’ve Ever Seen
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Floral-Filled Spring Wedding at this Gorgeous Conservatory
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The First 5 Things You Should Do on Your Wedding Day
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Dreamy Proposal Inspiration You Should Bookmark Immediately
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Thursday, August 24, 2017
How To Style Your Hair with These 5 Wedding Dresses
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Modern Garden Romance for Urban “I Dos”
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5 Great Ways to Showcase Your Engagement Photos
Here's how to showcase them for years to come.
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This Bride is a Real-Life Cinderella Beauty
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Wednesday, August 23, 2017
A Beach Wedding With To-Die-For Floral Moments
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This Is How You Do a Destination Wedding
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10 Jaw-Dropping Bachelorette Party Vacation Home Rentals
However with such a big group, staying in a hotel isn't always ideal, as it can be cost prohibitive to rent so many rooms. Plus, there's less private communal space for group gatherings and activities. That's why so many bachelorette parties these days are choosing to rent an amazing vacation home on sites like Airbnb or VRBO!
With your own house, you can decorate how you please, cook group meals, and have plenty of space to celebrate and with fun group activities! We've rounded up 10 perfect bachelorette party rentals in top destinations so you can have the best weekend with your girls ever!
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Intimate and Wildly Romantic Wedding in Maui’s Upcountry
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Tuesday, August 22, 2017
An Autumn Garden Wedding With a Touch of Vintage Charm
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Real Brides in Sottero and Midgley: See the Looks That Wowed
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Top 4 National Parks to Visit on Your Honeymoon
Packed full of stunning scenery, it’s enough to send your wanderlust into overdrive.
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Monday, August 21, 2017
Modern + Romantic Elopement Inspiration in NYC
For years now I've said that if I were to get married, I'd elope. Give me an amazing dress (or several), an insanely talented photographer and the man of my dreams, and I'd be one very happy bride. So to me, this modern yet romantic New York City elopement editorial is absolute perfection. With the one and only KT Merry behind the lens, The Nouveau Romantics creating a crazy beautiful design, wedding dresses from the best of the best styled by yours truly (think: Carolina Herrera, Elie Saab, J. Mendel and Viktor & Rolf), floral masterpieces by Jenya and beauty by the gurus at Face Time Beauty Concierge, this day is a 21st century fairytale. Read on for the happily ever after and ideas to inspire your own perfect day.
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The Most Romantic Resorts in the USVI for Your Wedding or Your Honeymoon
Choosing the U.S. Virgin Islands for your wedding or honeymoon is easy, narrowing down their list of romantic resorts is a little bit harder. So today we’re sharing a few of our fave venues to help guide you to a fabulous celebration. Whether it’s a wedding with all of your loved ones or a honeymoon with just your sweetie, paradise is waiting below.
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THE RITZ-CARLTON ST. THOMAS
Why we love it: For starters, it’s The Ritz-Carlton, a place that knows everything there is to know about throwing an amazing wedding. From a talented team of event professionals to a long list of hotel amenities (cozy bedding, yummy restaurants and beautiful beaches) to gorgeous venue spaces, they basically have your entire celebration covered. Just want to relax in absolute luxury on your honeymoon? Well, they have that covered, too, with a prime spot in St. Thomas and a plethora of local activities that will keep you and your love on your toes. And that includes duty-free shopping.
What you can’t miss: The spa. The Ritz-Carlton is known for pampering their guests and the spa in St. Thomas is definitely no exception. Reserve a seaside cabana, soak in an island renewal wrap or relax with an amazing massage. It’s just what your pre-wedding (or post-wedding) body deserves.
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CANEEL BAY RESORT
Why We Love It: This gorgeous resort is set on 170 beautiful acres (hello, seven beaches) right smack-dab in the center of the Virgin Islands National Park. Which means you can rock that luxury-filled wedding you’ve always dreamed of with a big ol’ side of natural beauty + adventure whenever you want. It’s scuba diving by day and spa pampering by night with amazing amenities for all of your guests to enjoy. Umm… awesome.
What You Can’t Miss: Those breathtaking views. Caneel Bay’s ceremony sites alone are to die for. Not to mention their list of fab reception venues, like the Sunset Terrace, the Sugar Mill Ruins, the Turtle Bay Estate House + Veranda and the Caneel Beach Terrace.
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RENAISSANCE ST. CROIX CARAMBOLA BEACH RESORT & SPA
Why we love it: Two words: tropical rainforest. Oh, and the villa style hotel suites (hey there, marble bathrooms), on-site spa and amazing restaurants have a little something to do with our obsession, as well. We dare you not to fall head over heels for the gorgeous views, and with a long list of fun-filled activities and Estate Davis Bay just a short distance away, the time of your lives is right there for the taking. Plus, they offer 10,000 square feet of event space, including scenic outdoor spots.
What you can’t miss: Their attendee booking tools. If you’re planning the wedding of the century, the Renaissance St. Croix Carambola Beach Resort & Spa makes it so, so easy with a unique-to-you Reservation Link that you can share with all of your guests and embed in your wedding website. Your nearest and dearest can even check-in using a mobile app. We adore the convenience.
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ECO SERENDIB VILLA & SPA
Why we love it: This five-star villa sits on a hilltop overlooking the Caribbean Sea and can easily accommodate 16 stay-over guests (+ two kiddos on rollaways) and up to 40 for weddings and special events. But you can’t talk about the Eco Serendib Villa & Spa without mentioning their amazing sustainability programs and their total commitment to providing a luxurious, yet eco-friendly experience for you and all of your guests. Their “go green” effort is applaud-worthy… and inspiring.
What you can’t miss: Their “Seed to Plate” program. Dining in style just took on a whole new meaning by giving you the option to pick the produce you want planted in the Villa’s organic garden prior to your stay. When you arrive, the Villa’s horticulturist and chef will harvest and prepare your meal, fresh from the garden. It’s awesome.
To find out more about these wonderful resorts and so, so many others, contact the U.S. Virgin Islands today. You’ll be celebrating in style in no time all and we can’t wait to hear which fab resort is your favorite.
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How to Split the Bachelorette Party Bill
We’ve all been there. You—and the 10 other girls in your dinner reservation—are (several) cocktails deep, ready to hit the dance floor. Then the server shows up with one, long check.
All of a sudden, you’re doing rocket science, trying to divide that bill into the inevitably odd number of dinner guests while adding up credit cards. Multiply that by a bachelorette weekend’s worth of expenses, and you’re looking at more headache than a hangover!
We’re giving you the prescription for more fun – and less stress – when it’s time to split the bachelorette party bill.
Gather all the bridesmaids
Step one is to get everyone on the same page. Planning the bachelorette party typically falls to the maid of honor, but the bride can appoint anyone to lead the charge. Once the bride hands over the list of invitees, contact information, and her available dates, the responsible bridesmaid can kick off the conversation in a group email or text.
This is where you manage expectations from the beginning for how much the event will cost. A full weekend in Vegas is going to require a budget. So will one night on the town, albeit a smaller one. Tell everyone now if there will be hotel rooms, large group dinners, or additional costs (pool cabanas, bottle service, party bus, etc.) involved. Bridesmaids should know the financial commitment before officially RSVPing to the party.
Note for frugal friends: you should not expect special treatment at a bachelorette party (for example, that your salad and cocktail be separated from the group check). Understand that large group dinners usually mean larger individual bills. Budget ahead, relax, and order that second glass of wine!
Decide what the bride will pay for
You’ll no doubt want to treat the bride during her bachelorette. Depending on the cost per person, that could be all expenses paid, or a few special luxuries. You’ve already assessed the group’s tone in your “budget expectations” email. Recommend what you think will be reasonable to most of the group, and ask if anyone has any issues with it.
For a weekend getaway, it’s common for the bride to buy her own plane ticket, but the bridal party to split the accommodations. It’s up to your group whether you’ll ask the bride to pitch in for other major expenses. A nice gesture would be to treat the bride during the evening festivities. Whether you want to provide all the bride’s meals and drinks during the day is up to you. By the way, the bride should never be responsible for any lingerie party-related expenses.
Note to brides: it’s a lot to ask your friends to foot the bill for an entire weekend. Consider offering to help cover costs for any extravagant requests.
Divvy major expenses among a few
One way to avoid performing brain surgery after every meal is to divide major expense among a few bridesmaids. Ask for volunteers to put her card down for large charges like dinner, the cabana rental, or the hotel. Assure them they’ll be repaid in a timely manner at the end of the weekend. And hold your end of the deal by dividing each cost by the rest of the guests over a cup of coffee on the plane home. You’re responsible for communicating what each person owes to each volunteer ASAP.
Or volunteer to take the bill
If your credit limit can handle it, put your card down for all the group purchases. You’ll make it easier on yourself when it comes to splitting costs at the end of the trip. Instead of adding and dividing multiple cards, simply total your group charges, and divide by the number of responsible bridesmaids.
Bonus: maybe those airline miles will help cover some of the cost of your trip!
Keep a spreadsheet
Money is always a touchy subject. Requesting money from friends (and sometimes strangers) is even more difficult to navigate! Protect yourself from personality issues with as much transparency as possible. Share a Google doc with your group email including detailed descriptions of each cost and who’s responsible for paying it. As you commit to your Airbnb or order your matching “Bridesmaid” tank tops, add a line to the Google doc or an Excel spreadsheet and send an update to the group.
Then everyone will be able to see charges in real time – and there will be no surprises when it’s time to collect what people owe. At the end of the weekend, include each cost on a separate line, so you’re prepared for any questions.
Use tech support
Splitting the bachelorette bill doesn’t have to require a CPA. There are plenty of tech options to simplify the process! Venmo is probably the simplest solution. Since it’s linked to Facebook, finding people is super easy – and sending or requesting money takes two seconds. Bridesmaids can download the app and link any bank account or credit card. The best part: once you request payment, Venmo will remind people until they pay you. PayPal, online banking, and money transfer services are also helpful.
Tip: Tell partygoers on the front end if they need to download an app or sign up for PayPal or Venmo. It’ll streamline the process at the end of the trip.
Enforce a deadline
This is when you’ll thank yourself for managing budget expectations on the front end! Share in advance when payment will be due, whether that’s the day – or the week – after the bachelorette festivities. You might even request girls pre-pay for the hotel room or limo service. (You can always circle back on room service or mini bar charges.) For more budget-conscious brides, work out a payment plan that’s respectful to you both. Remind all the bridesmaids that volunteers won’t want major charges lingering on their credit cards!
Style Me Pretty Contributor – Madeline Littrell is a corporate PR strategist and freelance writer. Born and raised in the South, she loves big hair, country music, and chicken fingers. Madeline lives in Dallas with her Sheltie puppy, Tennessee.
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Cute + Quirky Front Porch Southern Wedding
Let me just say any wedding that includes ice cream, bottled soda, backyard games and coral charm peonies is officially the best day ever. Add the design talent of Tre Bella Florist and you’ve got the recipe for Ashley and Brian’s Southern “I do.” It’s cute, casual and perfectly quirky and thanks to Callie Davis of Nancy Ray Photography + Thomas Blake Films we’ve got a full visual recap right at your fingertips. Take a stroll through the gallery and down miss the highlight film below!
From Callie Davis of Nancy Ray Photography… If I had to describe this wedding in one sentence, it would be “Southern hospitality meets joyful wedding celebration.”
Ashley and Brian incorporated all of their favorite things into their wedding day – backyard games, ice cream, bottled soda, miniature foods and gorgeous coral charm peonies. They were married by one of Brian’s closest friend and Ashley’s grandmother, and joyfully recessed while their guests waved ribbon wands.
From beginning to end, this wedding day was so much fun!
Photography: Nancy Ray Photography | Videography: Thomas Blake Films | Event Coordination: Orangerie Events | Floral Design: Tre Bella Florist | Cake : Hayes Barton | Caterer: Belle's Catering | Hair + Makeup: Joanne Maye Makeup Artistry | Groom's Suit: Bonobos | Bride's Dress: Watters | Bride's Hair Accessory : BHLDN | Film Processing: Indie Film Lab | Guitarist: Johnny Orr | Ice Cream Cart: Mama Birds Ice Cream | Linens: CE Rentals | Paper Goods: Minted
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