

This silly shot with the bridesmaids is a fun way to show off your veil!
Tip of the Day: Wedding costs vary across the country so be diligent when coming up with your wedding budget. "Talk with local venues, local planners, florists and photographers before locking in just one vendor. Find a community of vendors that work well together — having an A team by your side is what makes fabulous wedding come together!" says Allison Kline from Sash & Bow.
Plus, check out 101 Ways to Save Thousands on Your Wedding.
Welcome to our latest installment of "Ask the Experts," where our contributor team of wedding planners solves readers' most pressing wedding-planning dilemmas! This week, Jen Bergmark of First Pick Planning and JoAnna Bayliss of JoAnna Dee Weddings consult on a bridesmaid crisis. Do you have a question that you'd like to submit?
Tip of the Day: For a timeless big-day look, you can't go wrong with an elegant braided updo. Paul Perez, stylist at Sally Hershberger, suggests getting highlights to add dimension. He says, "The contrast of the highlights will put movement into the braid."
Plus, check out 75 Wedding Hairstyles for Every Length.
Tip of the Day: "I always suggest my brides keep the size of their advice entourage to a minimum. This is my number-one rule. Too many voices can make you lose sight of your wedding vision," says celebrity wedding planner extraordinaire David Tutera.
Plus, check out 10 Ways to Keep Your Sanity While Planning a Wedding.
One of the reasons we love flower girls and ring bearers so much is because of their wild unpredictability. And this past weekend, four-year-old flower girl Anderson surprised everyone when she decided to smooch the ring bearer, Ike, during the formal bridal photos!
Tip of the Day: It's not uncommon to be unsure of where to begin when choosing your wedding colors. "My best advice is to find a photo that moves you," says event designer Sasha Souza. A single photo can contain many palette possibilities, depending on which color combinations you decide to focus on. Put your colors together and then wait a day or two, Sasha says. "If you come back to your palette and it still makes you feel joyous and excited, you've found your color inspirations."
Plus, check out 200+ Color Combinations for Your Wedding.
I love candles. Their soft glow easily transforms the look of a room, and the wonderful scents are a testament to the benefits of aromatherapy. As my friends and family well know, I never tire of receiving candles as gifts, and I keep one on my desk at all times and light several at home in the evening. They make great gifts for your bridal party, family members or as a special thank-you to vendors or anyone who’s gone above and beyond in helping you plan the big day. Here’s a rundown of some unique candles for family and friends or to use for your own enjoyment.
Here in the United States, many of our wedding traditions are borrowed from other cultures — but there are a few that haven't quite crossed the border. Cheapflights put together this infographic filled with some of the most unique wedding customs around the world.
Tip of the Day: It's a big no-no to have your bachelorette party within two weeks of your wedding. Your plate will be filled with to-dos at that point, and you don't want to risk any partied-out bridal party members on the big day. One to three months beforehand is a better idea.
Plus, check out 25 Ways to Throw an Awesome Bachelorette Party.