Why Utilizing Wedding Directories Help

When you go shopping at a grocery store, most people use a checklist. In the same regard, you can use wedding directories as your checklist. Wedding directories are used for multiple purposes including gathering general information, locating wedding vendors in the local area, reading reviews as well as support online from people who are in the same process as you or have already been married. On weddwithstyle.com, we also have professionals on the board to answer questions people have.
Another great way to utilize wedding directories is to get some helpful tips on many important subjects. One of the most popular subjects is on how to save money when planning a wedding. There are many routes you can choose from cutting costs in catering, negotiating with your wedding vendor, choosing a venue and more. One of the best ways to save money, if you are allotted the time, is to do it yourself (also known as DIY). Projects that can be done by yourself are invitations, table centerpieces at a reception and more. With a little time and effort, you can be saving a ton of money.
Finally, wedding directories help ease the burden. If you need somewhere to vent or let off some steam without being judged, or if you feel like you are getting off track or not where you need to be, you can always find great information and motivation in wedding directories in the forum section. That is what the name wedding directory is modeled after- it essentially helps direct the wedding.

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Why A Wedding Checklist is Important

A wedding checklist is important for a number of different reasons. The most obvious is of course the idea that you are laying everything out and making sure nothing gets left behind. Making a checklist of the things you need to do or get can help you not only get them done but not forget they exist. Being that there are so many aspects of a wedding, a wedding checklist is essential for this reason alone.
Keeping motivated on certain aspects of a wedding are a key role of the wedding checklists. As you check the list off, you become more motivated and satisfied that you are moving toward your goal. When someone sees they are making progress, it motivates them to get more done

If you are delegating parts of the wedding to a loved one, which often happens, you will want a master wedding checklist for yourself and another wedding checklist for them. Their checklist should only include items they are responsible for. In general, a wedding checklist will help you keep organized on who is doing what besides what you are working on.
One of the most important ways you can use your wedding checklist is to ensure you stay within your budget. It is easy to fall outside the budget on many separate occasions whether it is before, during or after the wedding. Having your budget on your checklist will keep you within your limits to spend on your big day.

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Wedding Shower Games: Bring on the Fun!
Having a wedding shower is loads of fun- pending you have the right set-up. Keep the party going with wedding shower games that everyone will love. 
For starters, try an icebreaker wedding shower game. A great one is to pin a decorative clothespin on a persons attire when you greet them at the door. Let them know they cannot say a certain word (often times the grooms name), or do a certain thing (like cross their legs). If they do, the person that catches them gets their clothespin. At the end of the night, see who has the most and give them a prize.
The purse wedding shower game is great too. Allot values things you will find in a womanís purse. For example: lipstick would be one point, pen 2 points, tissues 4 points, etc. Have each guest dump out the contents of her purse and tally up her points. The person with the most points wins!

How well does the bride know the groom? Find out by playing a wedding shower game that tests the bride to be. Prior to the wedding shower ask the groom 20-25 questions about himself. At the wedding shower ask the guests to guess which ones she will get right and then write them down. Have the bride answer the questions. The guest who guessed the closest to the actually number of right answers the bride had wins.
If you are hosting a wedding shower, take the time to get creative with the wedding shower games. Your guests will appreciate it!

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Wedding Jewelry: When Is it Too Much

Looking for the perfect accessories to accent your wedding dress is often times consuming but fun. Sometimes a woman gets so entangled in accessories that she forgets the reason she is shopping for them. This then poses the question: When is it too much jewelry on your wedding day?

Wedding jewelry can be as simple or as elaborate as you want it to be. There are two easy rules to keep in your head when shopping for wedding jewelry. The first one is if your dress is elaborate, keep the jewelry simple. Conversely, if the wedding dress is simple, you can wear more detailed jewelry. Makes sense right?
The other rule to keep in mind is less is more. When it comes to wedding jewelry, this cannot be overlooked. Less is more works for many situations and not adhering to it and choosing the other option- overkill- will leave you unhappy with the result.
One of the biggest wedding jewelry mistakes a woman can have is wearing another ring. Although it may seem like an obvious statement, many women have worn other rings at their wedding. Wearing other rings takes away from the most important ring which is undoubtedly the band he puts on your finger.
Overall, it is your day and you can choose to wear whatever you want. Always be mindful of the above stated and you will find a happy balance.

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Wedding Invitations: What Do I Need?
Wedding invitations, also known as wedding stationary are one of those items that can easily go over budget on. This is because people usually get either way more then they need or opt for things that seem like they might make it easier.
Wedding stationary you cannot live without include an invitation suite, escort cards and thank you cards. All the other stationary will be nice, but not a necessity.
Some wedding invitation stationary you can let go by the wayside if you are having a small or intimate wedding are a program, place cards, menu cards and favor tags.
Typically, unless you are having a larger wedding, all the extras are not needed. The place cards are designed for larger weddings where the bride and groom want people to mingle. Moreover, the escort cards are already letting them know their placement. The programs are great usually when you are having a wedding with unknown customs. This can be used as a tool to guide people in participation.  Menu cards are only necessary for those giving the option for the choice in food. Many food stations are set up buffet style. In this case, labels can be placed at each food stop along the buffet.
In general, you need to have the invitations to invite the guests, guide them to where they need to go and then thank them for coming and their gift. When you eliminate all the other extras, wedding invitations are really not that bad!

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Wedding Favors Guests Want!

Wedding favors range from simple to elaborate, but sometimes they are useless to the guests. To avoid that, give wedding favors that your guests will want. The best part is ñ they are very reasonably priced and easy to get!

One of the most popular wedding favors to give is food. Yes, everyone loves to eat! This is especially popular with the guys. You could simply get nice boxes and fill them with goodies such as cookies, chocolate covered nuts, etc. Then, tie it with some nice ribbon and you are done. For the more elaborate, you can purchase chocolate gift boxes for your guests.
A neat wedding favor is to give a plant. This could be a miniature pot with flowers, cacti or foliage. You can decorate a terracotta pot or even a glass container. The guests can then take them home and plant them in their yard or keep them inside for a constant reminder.
One tried and true wedding favor is the candle. You can never go wrong with a candle gift. There are many uses for a candle and they are very elegant as well. They fit nicely into the wedding category.
On a more expensive note, you could also choose silver items such as picture frames, trinkets and more. There are numerous items you can get to coordinate with your wedding theme as well as get the name of the couple and the wedding date engraved on it. Pewter is also a great alternative to silver.
There are many wedding favor ideas that people will love or be able to use at a later date. Choose the one that coordinates best with your wedding theme.

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Wedding Dress Alterations: Countless Possibilities

Brides typically go to three or four fittings for their wedding dress. During these fittings, alterations are made. When scheduling your fittings, it is best to schedule a total of two to three months in fitting and alteration time. Make sure your last fitting is not too far out from the wedding date nor too close to it or you could end up with some problems.
Whether you are altering your mothers wedding gown to wear at your special event, visiting a local shop or even a high end boutique, your gown will need some form of altering to fit your body perfectly. Seamstresses are there to open up hems, add embellishment, changing fabric layout and more. You can take an ordinary wedding gown from a shop and alter the wedding dress to fit your personal taste.
If you are looking to alter your dress significantly, meaning outside the normal let outs, bring inís or hems, it is suggested that you buy a dress that it larger than the normal size you wear. If you choose a size that is smaller, it makes it more difficult to alter. Choosing a size bigger allows for the seamstress that is working on your wedding dress alterations more fabric to work with. This is especially true for fabrics such as satin. When satin is let out, you run the risk of seeing the holes it leaves behind.
Remember, if you are looking for some serious wedding dress alterations, you need to allot for it in your wedding budget and your time schedule.

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Wedding Costs: What You Should Expect

Wedding costs can add up quickly. To make sure you do not go over your budget, you need to know what to expect when it comes to the different aspects of planning a wedding and the wedding costs associated with them.
The information below is a general outline on the percentage amount that should be allotted to each category:

The reception is the largest part of the wedding budget. This wedding cost is large because a lot is included such as the venue/site, food and beverage, linens, utensils, flatware, chairs and tables, charges for services along with tips and tax. 48-50% of the wedding budget should be allotted to reception costs.
Wedding Attire: This includes what the bride and groom will be wearing. Wedding dress, Tuxedo, shoes, jewelry, and any other accessories are all part of this section. This will take roughly 13-15% of the budget.
Another portion of the wedding costs, roughly 10%-12% will be doled out in flowers. About 9-10% should be spent on photography and aspects such as rentals and miscellaneous wedding costs should be kept to around 3% of the total wedding budget each.
The entertainment or DJ will be another necessity that will average out to about 8-10% of the wedding costs. This is an area where you might be able to save in depending on who you know, what deals are out there, etc.
Do not forget about the bridesmaid/groomsmen gifts as well as the transportation and stationary. Those will run you about 2% each of your total budget.

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Wedding Color Combinations

Choosing your wedding color combinations is a fun and exciting task. It sets the roadwork for all the decorating and planning that comes after it.
First, you need to see the location where you will be having your wedding ceremony. This will help you visualize what colors will definitely not work or a variety of colors that will work. Utilize the seasons to help depict the color scheme you are trying to achieve. Typically bright or pastel colors are reserved for spring and summer while the darker more natural tones are reserved for the Fall and Winter months.
You will have to choose an exact color. There are many different hues for each color. For example, blue is not just blue. There is a navy blue, light blue, sky blue, midnight blue and more. Choosing an exact color can be added by fabric swatches and paint chips.
When you have your color, start to use a main color and then work off the different hues to create accent colors. You will then want one color that is completely contrasting.
Overall, the wedding color combination you choose will ultimately create a mood for your wedding. Darker colors will typically create a more relaxed and luxurious environment while bright colors will spark excitement and make the event more lively and energetic.  Here again we see the relationship of dark and calm, bright and cheery.
When you decide on your wedding color combinations, make sure you complete the look by paying attention to detail. Trimming doorways, tables and more will help focus the mood and create a whole appearance.

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Wedding Cake Designs That Are Not So Traditional

Traditional wedding cakes are always a beautiful site but with todayís modern world, we are seeing more and more wedding cakes that are taking on a unique style of their own. With different color combinations, designs and structure, wedding cakes have really taken the spotlight as the receptions star.

 Inspiration for these cakes comes in all walks of life. From ornate designs carried out in black and white to simple but elegant light green modular squares, designs have a broad range of sleek and chic. Modular designs give way to creative masterpieces.
Bursts of color such as a wide variety of blues, yellows, greens, pinks and oranges have come onto the scene. This is often very popular in summer weddings and natural tones are usually seen in fall. The one thing that remains consistent with the newer color choices is an almost complete absence of white.
Unlike the traditional 2 or three tier cakes, the more modern cakes are sometimes higher, wider or narrower. There are some cakes that are designed in a completely different structure such as a spherical shape or other 3 dimensional shapes.
Choosing to have a wedding cake that is not the traditional white cake with embellishments is your choice. It is not uncommon for the couple to match their wedding cake to the wedding reception dÈcor. Often times this is actually the inspiration for the different shapes, sizes and colors that are seen in the wedding cake.  

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