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Tip of the Day: The big trend in aisle décor is colorful aisle runners that provide gorgeous contrast to the color of your gown; look at brights, pastels and even metallics, in solids or patterns.
Plus, check out more hot ideas for ceremony aisle décor.
Let's start with the basic rules:
We love this groom’s candid reaction upon seeing his bride for the first time on their wedding day!
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Tip of the Day: Ensure that your framed wedding photos stand the test of time by using archival quality, acid-free frames and mats. They will keep your pictures from aging and yellowing.
Plus, check out our complete guide for a DIY wedding.
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Your wedding vows are the most sacred and meaningful words you’ll ever speak. Some couples opt to use traditional vows, capped off with that memorable "I do," while others prefer to be wed in their own words. My fiancé Corey and I have decided to include both versions at our nuptials. Although we won't be sharing our personal vows with anyone until the day of our wedding (we don't want to give away the surprise!), here are some ways we're making them meaningful to us.
Plus, check out 30+ examples of wedding vows.
1. DO make it personal. The reason why many couples choose to write their own vows is because they want to convey their love for one another in a unique way that is specific to their relationship as a couple. Describe why you care about your partner and how much you value the fact that they've chosen to spend the rest of their life with you.
2. DON'T make it too personal. Remember, you have an audience… and that might include Grandma and Grandpa! Reference personal aspects of your relationship, but avoid mentioning how sexy you think your future husband/wife is or anything else that can be misconstrued as borderline inappropriate. It's probably best to tell them these things in private.
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Tip of the Day: Write down the names of the perfume and nail polish that you're wearing on the big day in your bridal journal or scrapbook. These little details are fun for you to look back on and you can share them with your grandchildren someday.
Plus, check out the best fragrances for your wedding day!
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Use a convertible for your getaway car so that you can capture a sweet photo like this!
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Tip of the Day: Your groom’s hands will be photographed in HD, so encourage him to get a manicure, moisturize each night for a few weeks prior to the wedding, and yes, maybe even get that knuckle hair waxed.
Plus, check out the best ways to get your groom involved in the wedding planning.
Bride-to-be Meehan’s shower was a celebration of her sunny personality.
When we spotted this photo of a bride and groom holding up their shoes and having a blast, we had to get the story behind the photo:
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In the picture, photographer Rebekah Hoyt and her husband, Matt, are playing “The Shoe Game."
Never heard of it? Here’s how it works: During your reception, after you’ve enjoyed some dinner, dancing, and drinks, place two chairs back-to-back on the dance floor for the bride and groom. Remove both of your shoes, then trade a shoe with your new spouse so that you’re holding one of each. Then, have a designated person ask a series of questions about the two of you and your relationship (i.e.. “Who will be doing most of the cooking?” "Who said 'I love you' first?"). After each question, hold up the shoe of the person you think is the best answer to the question.
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Rebekah describes how to game played out at her wedding:
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