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Just because winter is upon us doesn't mean you can't still look and feel sexy. Get sexy winter clothing ideas with help from a personal fashion stylist in this free video clip.
Weddings in the winter offer some good opportunities to really stretch your craft. Get winter wedding photography ideas with help from a wedding photographer in this free video clip.
When taking a model for an outdoor portrait, look for picturesque backgrounds to create beautiful backdrops for the subject. Discover the endless possibilities for outdoor portraits in photography with help from a freelance photographer in this free video on outdoor portrait photography.
When it comes to formal wedding photos, you have a few options that you can explore. Get a list of formal wedding photo options with help from the owner of a successful wedding planning company in this free video clip.
There are many different shabby chic garden wedding styles that are sure to give your event a unique and wonderful appearance. Learn about shabby chic garden wedding styles with help from a floral design industry professional in this free video clip.
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Riding boots are usually worn when riding horses; however, you can also wear riding boots as a fashion statement. Riding boots are a popular choice for women’s everyday wear, especially during the fall and winter months when they're most practical to wear. Riding boots are sold in a variety of colors and there are two basic styles: plain and embroidered. Although they aren’t traditionally worn to weddings, you can successfully pair your riding boots with a skirt, leggings or even a dress.
From sea to shining sea, America's rich history and diversity provides a variety of wedding theme ideas. Americana-themed weddings are full of rustic charm, but won't break your bank, especially when graced with genuine homemade decor. A color scheme of red, white and blue offers a stunning combination bursting with patriotic flair. The many choices in American music, cuisine and local flora can create an unforgettable wedding.
A 1940s-themed wedding dress can connect you with generations past. The simplicity and understated elegance of the '40s wedding dresses can be appealing. A dress made in 1940s style can also set you apart, giving you a look that's distinct from other brides. What matters is that the dress feels like the "one" and feels like a part of who you are.
Incorporating the majestic scenery and culture of the Blue Ridge Mountains into a wedding will make it an event to remember. The Blue Ridge Mountains are part of the Appalachians and run from Georgia up north to Pennsylvania. Visiting the region to stage a wedding ceremony enables bride, groom, and guests to appreciate the rustic charm of the region. Blue Ridge wedding ideas and themes also bring the beauty of the area to a ceremony and reception, wherever it takes place.
Weddings symbolize the decision by two people to be joined for life. Traditional ceremonies generally involve a color theme that expresses the couple's personality and life. The use of orange, white and gray as the wedding theme colors lets guests know the couple feel mature enough to make the decision to marry, joyful that they found each other and happiness that their friends joined them to witness their union.
The most effective way to create a memorable wedding is to find a venue and decorative features that convey the personality of the marrying couple. Every aspect of the wedding should demonstrate your present passions and hopes for the future. Choosing an outdoor reception venue, themed with rustic touches and antique serving pieces, is a relaxed but effective way to convey qualities about yourself and your partner. Keeping the elements of food presentation on-theme with the rest of the setting is a surefire way to leave a cherished, lasting impression.
Tousled locks or loosely styled curls are the perfect complement to a peasant-style dress or a high-waisted, flowing gown worn at a rustic country wedding. According to the "Brides" magazine website, rustic country weddings in the United States are usually outdoors and frequently feature all-American elements, including red, white and blue accents, tree-trunk candles and twig wreaths, in addition to plenty of haystacks for seats and chalkboard-style menus. On your wedding day, your hair should match the feel of your rustic country wedding. Whether you decide to wear it up or down, add extensions or simply include a few embellishments,…
The wedding decor helps to create the theme and ambiance for the big event. However, as most brides are aware, wedding decorations can be costly and require a great deal of planning and organization. You can have a beautiful wedding, without blowing your budget, by creating some of the wedding decor yourself. Do-it-yourself wedding chargers are one example. Make these beaded wedding chargers to place under the dinner plates at the head table at your reception.
Traditionally wedding showers consist of a group of women who bring household gifts to a party at someone's home or catering establishment, dine on trays of fruit and finger sandwiches and sip fruit punch. Many modern shower themes have changed to include couples and other male friends of the prospective bride and groom.
Simple shapes combined with dramatic colors, luxurious textures and whimsical detailing make cute and memorable fall wedding shoes. When choosing shoes for your autumn wedding, keep in mind the particulars of your ceremony. If your site is outdoors, choose a shoe made of sturdy materials that will cover your foot to guard against moisture in the air and grass.
Few things can ruin your perfectly-planned wedding day faster than a swarm of flies buzzing around your guests. Several types of flies, such as house flies, black flies and horse flies, can be found outdoors. Since most types come out during warm weather, a June wedding can be just as much of a party for them as it is for your guests. Keeping these critters away from your wedding isn’t just a matter of appearance; flies also carry diseases like dysentery and typhoid fever.
When a couple decides to have an outdoor wedding, one venue they can choose is a gazebo. A gazebo is a small wooden structure with a roof that has railings along the base but otherwise is open. Gazebos are often used for outdoor weddings because they provide some shelter for the wedding party while still allowing the ceremonies to be viewed by the guests. If you want to host a wedding in your backyard, you can build a small gazebo for that purpose. Unless you have excellent carpentry skills, constructing the gazebo from a kit may be the most practical…
You should make the most of the available space when decorating for a wedding. Church window sills are an excellent space you can tastefully decorate to tie into your overall wedding theme. Decorate the window sills using the same theme as other decorations, but keep them simple. Window sill decorations should add to the overall look but never distract attention away from the front of the church -- or the bride. Use decorations that are pleasing, but keep the eye moving to where the ceremony will take place.
The average bride dreams of having a big, elaborate wedding, but these affairs can be very expensive. Many couples are choosing to say their vows in a small courthouse ceremony in order to reduce costs. Courthouse wedding ceremonies provide an intimate setting to pledge your lifelong love and commitment to your future spouse. You can still have a happy and memorable wedding, without all the extravagance and costs associated with a big affair.
The difference between a minister, priest and pastor are frequently misunderstood. A priest is an ordained minister of the Catholic, Orthodox or Anglican churches, who is sanctioned by their order to perform sacraments and rites. Not all priests are sanctioned by their order to perform such rites outdoors and finding a priest who has such permissions can take some time and careful searching.
Themed wedding are becoming more and more popular as brides and grooms are looking for a one-of-a-kind wedding to share with friends and family. Some wedding themes include seaside, gothic romance, country-western and holiday. Couples who are involved with the theatre or enjoy going to watch plays regularly may opt to have a theatre-themed wedding.
Black, white and apple green complement each other well, and can easily create the perfect wedding color palette. From table settings to wedding attire, this trio of hues will be enjoyed by guests and cherished in photographs for years to come. Be sure to mix up the traditional with modern accents for the best results.
A carnival is synonymous with old-fashioned fun and can provide a good jumping off point for a whimsical wedding theme. Incorporate some of the exciting sights and activities of a carnival into a wedding to keep guests entertained and amused throughout the event and plan an affair that guests aren't soon to forget.
If you're hosting a country chic wedding, you'll want to infuse this theme all the way through from your ceremony to your reception. Outdoor receptions, in particular, celebrate this country spirit with the use of centerpieces that feature the simple beauty and elegance of nature. You can literally "go green" with plants or trees you can plant in your garden once the reception is over, to keep a living memento of your special day. A country theme allows you to bring all that you love about the country to your reception, starting with your table settings.
Weddings inside your home provide the chance to invite close friends and family, creating an intimate setting. They also provide a unique obstacle: space. Unless you own a mansion, your living room or any other room is probably moderately sized. This creates a seating challenge for both the wedding ceremony and reception. Take into account the way you want your wedding, the amount of space and the number of guests to appropriately arrange seating.
Beach weddings are extremely popular these days, and couples who wish to save money often ask their friends to record the day for them rather than hire a trained professional photographer. However, it is important to do the best possible job on the day, which means getting the right equipment for the job. Quality is key, so if necessary, rent the equipment and take professional advice.
Having an outdoor wedding can be a beautiful and magical occasion. Whether you have picked the location of your dreams or are having the reception in your back yard, an outdoor wedding can be romantic, memorable and fun for your guests. If you are planning to have music that is amplified with a microphone, a little forethought needs to go into the setup. There won’t be electrical outlets among the trees, so you’ll have to plan accordingly.
New York is a place like no other, and the views, sounds, smells and tastes of the city can make any wedding magical. There are many ways to incorporate the city that never sleeps into your wedding, from the décor and food to the music and cake. It does not matter whether you are in New York or wish you were, you can make the city alive in your event. Mix and match different ideas to come up with a wedding that is all your own.
Carnival-themed wedding showers are as fun to plan as they are to attend. To host these showers, the maid of honor must have a meticulous eye for detail, capturing the classic carnival theme without any childish decor. With the right decor and the help of candy apples, old school tickets and retro snacks, the maid of honor can transport the guests from a simple living room, backyard or basement to a world of youth, treats and games.
To make cushions, cut two fabric squares to equal size. Place them one atop the other, and sew three of the four sides closed, a 1/2 inch in from the edges. Pack the cushion with pillow stuffing material; then sew closed the final side. And if you want to make some for exterior use, there are several outdoor cushion ideas.
A country wedding in October is the perfect way to express your love while celebrating an autumn harvest. From a farm backdrop for your wedding photos to working a little western style into your wedding attire, you can bring guests into a welcoming ambiance full of country charm.
A well-executed theme gives a wedding direction. When you choose a color scheme as your theme, you have a challenge to tastefully unite clothes, decorations and activities under these colors. Dark gray and hot pink are two bold colors to put together, making them ideal for a non-traditional wedding celebration.
Beach weddings incorporate the beautiful natural backdrop of sand and water into your special day. Since beaches provide a naturally scenic location for your ceremony, making an elegant entrance will not require a lot of work. A few creative ideas can add a personal touch to your entrance and make it memorable and unique.
Everyone wants a metaphorical fairy-tale wedding, but few are brave enough to take the more literal route. If you count yourself among those adventurous few, or if you just want to add a touch of whimsy to your wedding, there are a number of ways to incorporate fairy tales into your nuptials. Themed wedding invitations are one of the easier ways to do so because they inexpensive, yet often end up in scrapbooks and wedding albums, meaning your friends and family will remember your fairy-tale wedding for years to come.
There are several alternatives to tuxedos for weddings that are held outdoors. Besides an outdoorsy theme, factors such as the season, temperature, location and cost should be considered when choosing alternative wedding attire. Something else to be considered is whether or not the event is formal or non-formal.
A Renaissance-themed wedding is an out-of-the-ordinary way to celebrate your love with friends and family. Perfect for an outdoor or indoor affair, a wedding that takes a cue from the Renaissance era evokes the ultimate in romance. It doesn’t get much more traditional than castles, knights and maidens for your big day. If you love the look of Renaissance tradition but aren’t sure where to start, you’ll be happy to know that many Renaissance ideas can be incorporated into your theme without having to search far and wide for either the supplies or the budget to pull it off.
Traditional weddings can all end up looking the same -- same old vows, bland food and colorless decor. More and more couples are thinking outside the box, and a rockabilly themed wedding is perfect for music enthusiasts. Funky outfits for the wedding party, vows that wow and a lively reception make for an exciting wedding that fits the couple's personality. Rock on, newlyweds!
A butterfly-themed wedding opens up many unique possibilities for decorations at the reception -- including for the dance floor. Although the dance floor is a large, open space that people will be using, it can still be adorned in creative ways to add to the special day, particularly using the deejay's table, the ceiling and the walls. It can be personalized with anything from a floor decal with the couple's names to an aquarium with the bride's favorite butterflies.
For a wedding with an orange citrus theme, orange blossom flowers are an excellent complementary flower. The small, white flowers bloom on orange trees and carry the same strong fragrant as the fruit itself. You can use the flowers in your wedding in a variety of ways, from the church pews to the bridal bouquet. Even if you do not have an orange theme, these tiny white flowers will add elegance and fragrance to any wedding decor scheme.
A Halloween wedding provides many decoration and activity options. Take advantage of fall colors and cool weather by getting married in October. The season provides ideal photo opportunities, as well as the chance to exercise your creativity and go beyond tradition when it comes to refreshments and decoration.
A bride wants every aspect of her wedding to look and feel spectacular -- right down to creating a stylish look for the centerpieces at the reception party. However, with many tables to decorate, the costs soon add up. Available in a range of colors, gerbera daisies complement many color schemes and wedding themes and add vibrant freshness to table centerpieces while still being affordable.
The changing of the leaves to deep greens and bright reds during the fall is an ideal backdrop for a romantic, one of a kind wedding day. Choosing bridesmaid dresses that are out of the ordinary but still complement the fall season can be a challenge, but with a little ingenuity and attention to detail, your bridesmaids will look festive in rich hues and sparkling accents.
Second weddings are your time to shine in your own unique manner. Instead of a traditional church ceremony, choose to hold your ceremony wherever it is most fun or meaningful for you and your partner. Second weddings can highlight your interests and lifestyles, and be held in a variety of locations.
Themed weddings can be memorable and exciting for guests and the wedding party alike. A nature themed wedding is an ideal way to combine your love of the outdoors and all things natural with one of the most important events of your life. Ideas for nature themed weddings can include everything from holding a wedding in a favorite natural setting to indoor events with nature-themed decor.
Casual chic themes for weddings offer a huge array of possibilities and are only limited by the imagination. Casual chic -- meaning casual yet sophisticated -- is becoming more and more popular for wedding themes. Not only is it less expensive, it also embraces today's generally less formal trend. Casual chic not only gives the bride and groom and their guests a wider choice of wedding attire, it also creates a more relaxed and fun atmosphere.
The intensity of red, black and sliver add drama to a special day. The combination of these colors make a prominent impression of romance and intrigue that will make your wedding particularly memorable for your guests. How the colors are used is dependent upon the couple's taste, but some basics apply when using such a powerful color combination.
Every bride has her own definition when it comes to “small” weddings, but most would agree that small weddings take place in private settings with a limited number of guests. Small weddings are different from the grandiose, hundred-guest affairs that require huge venues and even huger budgets; moreover, they provide a sense of intimacy that is often lost in large ceremonies. If you are thinking about having a small wedding with only a limited number of guests, you will still need to complete many of the same preparatory steps you would deal with while planning a larger event.
While many people associate wedding with the late spring and early summer, many couples are planning their nuptials during the cold winter months. If you’re invited to a winter wedding that’s scheduled for the morning hours, deciding what to wear can be a challenge. However, by keeping a few guidelines in mind when choosing your outfit, you can avoid being the guest that others look at and say “I can’t believe she wore that.”
When you go to a wedding, you might wonder how to dress. It's hard to know what's more uncomfortable – being overdressed or underdressed. Several designations will indicate the level of wedding formality to the guest. These labels do not only dictate dress for the event but cover every area of the ceremony. While time of day influences how guests should dress, it is only one aspect of how formal the wedding is. Usually, the invitation will tell you how formal the wedding is, but if a guest is unsure, she should call a member of the family or wedding…
