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Congratulations—you and your fiancé are getting married! Now for the heavy lifting…. As you plan your marriage, you'll need the support and advice of our marriage writers.

How To Make a Wedding Website

 
 
 
 
 
June 27, 2008
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By Kristie Lorette
Find out how to share the details of your upcoming wedding with friends and family across the globe. Building a wedding website allows you to share wedding details, pictures, and...

How To Find Wedding Packages

 
 
 
 
 
June 27, 2008
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By Kristie Lorette
Wedding packages can make planning a wedding simple and quick. If you are looking for wedding packages, but don't know where to turn? Learn more about wedding packages, what is...

How To Buy Groomsmen Gifts

 
 
 
 
 
June 24, 2008
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By Kristie Lorette
Shopping for groomsmen gifts does not have to be a daunting process. With a little planning on your part, this task on your wedding checklist can be a simple detail to accomplish....

How To Avoid Being a Bridezilla

 
 
 
 
 
June 24, 2008
By Cassie Mueller
Your wedding should be the one of the happiest days of your life. It is the beginning of a life-long journey with your best friend and soul mate. Sometimes though, the pressure...

How To Make a Cascading Bouquet

 
 
 
 
 
June 19, 2008
By Cassandra Seveny
To dress up your wedding day, consider creating a traditionally romantic cascading bouquet instead of the more contemporary round bouquet. Gather your flowers and follow these...

How To Hire Wedding Planners

 
 
 
 
 
June 17, 2008
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By Kristie Lorette
Hiring a wedding planner may be the key to a stress-free wedding experience, but if you have never hired one before, you may not know where to begin. Find out the details on how...

How To Plan a Cheap or Low Cost Summer Wedding

 
 
 
 
 
May 12, 2008
By jaden jade
Summer weddings are always fun and that’s why most brides prefer to be June brides. But the fantasy that comes along with a wedding is often too much for your pocketbook to...

How To Pack an Emergency Bag for Your Wedding Day

 
 
 
 
 
March 4, 2008
By Amy Zognrah
Things to pack in an emergency bag for a wedding day. Things that might prevent a further emergency.

How To Plan a Wedding

 
 
 
 
 
February 19, 2008
By LaShawn James
This page provides a list of resources you can use to learn about planning a wedding. There are links and brief excerpts from web sites, blogss, and articles about planning a wedding.

How To Plan a Valentine's Day Wedding

 
 
 
 
 
February 6, 2008
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By Anneliese Bennett
So the question has been popped, the answer was yes, and then you made the decision to get married on what is considered to be one of the most romantic days of the year. Where...

How To Plan Beach Wedding Ceremonies

 
 
 
 
 
February 5, 2008
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By Anneliese Bennett
Beach weddings can be romantic and special events. This How To Guide gives you handy tips on organizing everything from beach selection, wedding attire and flowers to receptions...

How To Organize Your Hen Weekend

 
 
 
 
 
January 29, 2008
By Jen Wallace
Follow these steps to ensure that you remember all that there is to remember when organizing your Hen Weekend. Don't forget your boyfriend's mother, remember that Kate and Jess...

How To Organize a Stag Weekend

 
 
 
 
 
January 29, 2008
By Jen Wallace
There are several factors which influence organizing a Stag Weekend. Obviously you want a Stag Weekend that everyone remembers for years to come, so it is important to follow...

How To Make Your Bride Happier

 
 
 
 
 
January 24, 2008
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By Guilherme Botelho
I'm sure you always ask yourself how to make your wife happier. It's easier than you think. The secret is the little details that make all the difference between a happy and a...

How To Propose on Top of the Empire State Building

 
 
 
 
 
December 7, 2007
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By Marion Cornett
This is for the men from a women's point of view to make this moment even more memorable than the sights of New York City from the top of the Empire State Building.

How To Make a Speech

 
 
 
 
 
October 29, 2007
By David Block
Are you scared of standing up in that lonely spotlight and making a speech? These few simple speech-making techniques can make everything easier, more enjoyable and more impressive.

How To Plan and Throw a Bachelorette Party

 
 
 
 
 
September 6, 2007
By Becky Mates
A guide to the basics of planning and throwing an awesome party for your bride-to-be. Make sure to check out the links as they contain a wealth of knowledge, too!

How To Plan a Christmas Wedding

 
 
 
 
 
August 13, 2007
By Amy Friedl
Planning a Christmas or winter wedding can be beautiful as the stage is nearly set for you. However, it can also be an expensive time of year if planning and precaution is not...

How To Look Good in Your Wedding Photos

 
 
 
 
 
April 29, 2007
By Vanessa Raymond
Of course the very best memories of your wedding will be captured by your mind's eye, not the camera. But the photos will be what end up in the album, so might as well look...

How To Save Money on a Wedding Photographer

 
 
 
 
 
February 12, 2007
By Carrissa Larsen
The top three wedding expenses are usually the wedding location, the wedding dress, and the photographer. When so much time, effort, money and love have gone into this one special...

How To Write Wedding Thank You Cards

 
 
 
 
 
January 3, 2007
By Kara Williams
Admit it. One of the best parts about getting married-besides making an official, lifelong commitment to your soul mate-is racking in the wedding gifts. Even better, if you've...

How To Preserve Wedding Dresses

 
 
 
 
 
September 14, 2006
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By Kathleen Roy
Your wedding gown is the dress you've dreamt of and imagined yourself wearing on that wonderful day. It only makes sense that you want to take care of it the best you can....

How To Call Off a Wedding

 
 
 
 
 
August 31, 2006
By Vanessa Raymond
What you are about to do will be stressful, awkward, embarrassing and hurtful, and one of the hardest things you've ever done. But it will be good for you. How can calling...

How To Choose Wedding Reception Food

 
 
 
 
 
June 16, 2006
By Kathleen Milazzo
Choosing the food for your wedding reception is both important and fun. People look forward to the food at a reception and will remember if they have been served food that is less...

How To Create Bridal Shower Centerpieces

 
 
 
 
 
June 13, 2006
By Kathleen Milazzo
Making centerpieces is one of the most fun parts of throwing a bridal shower (besides bridal shower games!). Here are some ideas to get you started! If you make a centerpiece...

How To Plan Wedding Receptions

 
 
 
 
 
June 12, 2006
By Kathleen Milazzo
This is the most fun part of the wedding and believe it or not, it can be great fun planning it, too. Here are some ideas to make your wedding reception planning go smoothly:  Before...

How To Find Plus Size Wedding Dresses

 
 
 
 
 
June 12, 2006
By Kathleen Milazzo
It may take a bit of looking but finding the right plus size gown is not only possible, but also easier than you think. Wedding gowns are usually ordered a year in advance. If...

How To Buy Mother of the Bride Dresses

 
 
 
 
 
June 11, 2006
By Kathleen Milazzo
Your daughter has announced her wedding and aside from all the things that you have to do to help, you also need to get a very special dress for yourself. Here are some tips to...

How To Pick Bridal Shower Cakes

 
 
 
 
 
May 26, 2006
By Ann MacDonald
When you throw a bridal shower, it is traditional to serve cake (even more traditional than bridal shower games!). Cake is not only delicious, it can make a lovely centerpiece...

How To Buy Flower Girl Dresses

 
 
 
 
 
May 25, 2006
By Ann MacDonald
If you have decided to have a flower girl in your wedding, you will need to select a dress for her to wear. Here are some tips on buying a great flower girl dress for your littlest...

How To Start Wedding Planning

 
 
 
 
 
May 24, 2006
By Kathleen Milazzo
There are many details to planning a wedding even if it's a small one. Below you will find tips that I hope will cover just about everything for an average wedding; you can then...

How To Plan a Non-Religious Wedding Ceremony

 
 
 
 
 
May 15, 2006
By Laura Johnston
Not everyone is interested in having a traditional, religious ceremony. The good news is, you don't have to! There are many different things you can do in a ceremony to become...

How To Choose Wedding Ceremony Music

 
 
 
 
 
May 8, 2006
By Laura Johnston
Finding your wedding ceremony music can present many challenges including the type of music to play and the way to play it, whether it is a string quartet or the church's organist....

How To Buy Bridal Shower Gifts

 
 
 
 
 
May 7, 2006
By Ann MacDonald
You've been invited to a bridal shower but how do you choose a present that is sure to thrill the bride-to-be? Sometimes it is easy to buy the perfect bridal shower gift, but other...

How To Buy Wedding Reception Decorations

 
 
 
 
 
May 3, 2006
By Laura Johnston
After the wedding is out of the way, it's time to party! The reception is where you can let loose and have a good time. Nevertheless, proper planning is necessary to ensure that...

How To Write Wedding Vows

 
 
 
 
 
May 2, 2006
By Laura Johnston
For most people, writing wedding vows can be like pulling teeth, while for others it comes easy. Yet most will agree that it is the best way to express your personal beliefs. If...

How To Take Engagement Pictures

 
 
 
 
 
May 2, 2006
By Laura Johnston
You're getting married! Now is a good time to get some of your first professional shots together as an engaged couple before the big day. Engagement pictures will add years of...

How To Play Bridal Shower Games

 
 
 
 
 
April 26, 2006
By Laura Johnston
Coming up with unique ideas for bridal shower games is not an easy task! Some of the best games involve what each other knows about the other as they are great break-the-ice and...

How To Propose Marriage

 
 
 
 
 
April 26, 2006
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By Fred Cuellar
Will you marry me? Those four little words may well be the most important question you'll ever ask.  The rest of your life flows from the answer to that question.  It joins...

How To Buy Bridal Shower Favors

 
 
 
 
 
April 21, 2006
By Deborah Ng
Bridal shower favors are a time-honored tradition. Choosing and purchasing favors is quite simple. Decide on the shower's theme. Once you select a theme, the...

How To Plan a Bachelorette Party Scavenger Hunt

 
 
 
 
 
April 21, 2006
By Laura Johnston
We've all been a part of the madness that ensues when a group of our best gals hit the town for a bachelorette party. This right of passage for the bride should be a memorable...

How To Buy Diamond Engagement Rings--Part II

 
 
 
 
 
April 18, 2006
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By Fred Cuellar
There they are...case after case of sparkling beauties!  Smiling sales people eager to show you anything, and what appears to be a pit boss in the back for ground support.  There's...

How To Buy Diamond Engagement Rings--Part I

 
 
 
 
 
April 13, 2006
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By Fred Cuellar
So, you are ready to buy an engagement ring.  Seems like a fairly straight forward deal.  Here's the plan:  Withdraw all your cash from the ATM or bring your checkbook or your...

How To Make a Romantic Marriage Proposal

 
 
 
 
 
April 11, 2006
By Laura Johnston
Thinking about popping the question? Make sure you do it right! Here are some things to think about before making your move.

How To Buy Wedding Dresses

 
 
 
 
 
April 10, 2006
By Laura Johnston
Congratulations on your engagement! Now, what to wear? With so many styles to choose from, selecting the perfect wedding gown can be tasking. Here are some tips to give you the...

How To Buy Bridesmaids' Dresses

 
 
 
 
 
April 9, 2006
By Kathleen Milazzo
Buying bridesmaids' dresses can be one of the most fun parts of planning your wedding. It can also be one of the most stressful. Traditionally, the bride will pick out the...

How To Throw a Bridal Shower

 
 
 
 
 
April 6, 2006
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By Joanne Greenberg
Throwing a bridal shower can seem like a daunting task at first thought, but it doesn't have to be. With a little organization and some great planning, the event can turn...
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