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There comes a time in everyone's life when their friends all start getting engaged and married, as well as having children. This period can last a good few years, and I'm still in the middle of mine. I think it could be a while before it stops! I love attending weddings for friends and family, although having a little one does make it harder to go. Getting an invitation in the post is always exciting, partly just because we don't get much that isn't bills or junk mail! I like it even more when the invite is creative and something that I want to keep. If you want to impress your guests (and avoid chasing RSVPs ), try some of my ideas for your invitations. Image credit: Aleksandar Cocek - https://flic.kr/p/5btxwY Hint at Your Wedding Theme Whenever I get a wedding invitation, it gets me excited for the big day itself. I like to imagine how my friends are going to plan everything and what it will all look like. The invitation can be an indicator of everythin...

Even simple weddings require countless hours of careful planning today. Nobody would call the process itself simple by any means. These days, most couples choose to host a wedding reception after the actual wedding ceremony. Receptions are designed to thank attendees for being at the ceremony. Likewise, married couples are introduced to the public for the first time. Each reception demands tasty food, a beautiful venue, and entertainment. Handling the entertainment aspect isn't always easy. image via en.wikipedia.org For most receptions, the entertainment often amounts to wedding music. Some couples choose to play prerecorded music for the gathering. Such a decision often backfires because guests find it a little boring. Typically, recorded music is the cheapest solution, but it takes away from the magic of the party. Guests might lose interest in the festivities while listening to tracks that aren't live. Certain gatherings might even result in licensing fees for ...

photo credits: freedigitalphotos.net Planning a wedding is an overwhelming task, so it’s wise to get a helping hand. Hiring a wedding planner will mean that you can relax in the run up to your wedding day, and get the ideal amount of beauty sleep. Knowing that you have a professional on-hand can give you peace of mind; especially if this is your first time walking down the aisle. But before you rush to your nearest wedding planner and beg them to help you with your big day, it’s worthwhile to ask them the following questions to assess if they’re the right expert for you: How Do You Approach Communication With Your Clients? Your wedding planner is going to become your new pal. There’ll need to be a lot of communication between you and your nuptial professional, so find out just how you’ll be able to contact him or her. Will you work together through email, phone, or meetings? You may want to be able to get in touch with your wedding planner at all sorts of hours, es...

Look perfectly good on the most important day of your life – your wedding! An Eternity Bond Pearl Necklace will create a debonair look that will absolutely match and go with your flawless bridal gown. The necklace is 18 inches long and features an intricate white gold clasp Freshwater Pearls are the brilliance gems that everyone loves!  They make the perfect gift showing admiration and love. They are given as a statement to prove originality due to their one-of-a-kind nature.  Being unique is a trait that these gems are known the most for, since they are the only ones created by a living creature. They have the ability to protect, provide luck and love for those that wear them with pride and confidence. Necklaces, earrings, and bracelets are just the beginning to a great trend that has been in the Fashion world for many generations with only more to come! It is fascinating to see all ages sporting them with a smile every time. The rare emphasis on this gem is slo...

Some soon to be married couples take wedding invitations for granted considering it as an added cost to their ceremonial budget. In my own perspective this small piece of paper plays a very significant role as it will give your guests an insight into what the nuptial will be. You can learn to make wedding invitations with these online classes. Handing out printed invites to your friends and relatives will let them feel that you want them to become a part of this substantial event in your life. There are a lot of wedding invitations to choose from which are available in the market today. I find the Peacock wedding invitation elegant. It offers a special meaning.  It demonstrates a classy and more formal kind of ritual. It is more often used in Royal and extravagant weddings showing a flashy showcase of personality. Peacock wedding invitation The type and style of an invitation depends on the budget and the theme. You may also opt for a flexible digital ...

A lot of times when looking for a wedding band you want to get something that is unique to you and your love.  Wedding bands platinum can be just the right thing.  They are made of the rarest precious metal known to man.  Just like your love is unique and rare you need a wedding band that will show that.  Recently the price of platinum has gone up compared to the early part of this century.  The reason it has gone up in value is that it is an obvious commodity. When you buy platinum you will actually buy a ring that will go up in value over time.