Top 10 Ways to Help You Save Money on Your Wedding Dress:

1. Dicker Over the Price - Sometimes local bridal shops will match prices that you find online, BUT you have to ask.

2. Shop in the Department Stores - Another great place to look for wedding dresses on a budget.

3. Buy a "Sample Gown" - Another great source for wedding dresses on a budget is buying a sample gown.

4. Wear Your Mom's Dress or Borrow a Dress - Even if it is a little out of style or date, you would be surprised at how well a talented seamstress could jazz up a vintage gown.

5. Order a Bridesmaid dress or Less Formal Gown - Many bridesmaids' gowns can be ordered in white. You can easily find a beautiful, less-formal wedding dress this way.

6. Vintage Clothing Shops - Wedding dresses can also be found at vintage clothing shops.

7. Outlet Stores - Yes, there are bridal outlet stores for bridal designers and retailers that can offer you substantial savings on wedding dresses.

8. Hire a Student - If you have a fashion school or college nearby, you might just be able to hire a student to make your wedding dress for you.

9. Charity Sales - You can also find wedding dresses on a budget by checking out charity sites such as Brides Against Breast Cancer.

10. Rent a Wedding Dress - Rental prices can range from $100 to $600 with deposit required and the gowns are professionally cleaned after each rental and can be altered to fit (check with each rental shop).

Happy Bargain Hunting!

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Top 3 Hottest Wedding Gown Trends For 2010

Top 3 Hottest Wedding Gown Trends For 2010

Top 3 Hottest Wedding Gown Trends For 2010

This year's weddings call for both classic and trendy modern styles. Typically, most would-be brides go for the classic elegant styles particularly when it comes to their wedding gowns. Since the bride is always the center of attention, it is important that her gown fits her well in most aspects because it is a representation of her style and taste.

For the year 2010, the trend in wedding gowns is somewhat a revival of the past but a bit edgy to fit the lifestyles and tastes of the modern woman. Going for signature or branded wedding gown isn't always necessary because local designers know the evolving trend. It's usually up to the bride to choose the design she wants as long as the dress will bring out the best in her.

Here are 2010's top 5 hottest wedding gown trends in no particular order:

(1) Traditional style wedding gowns never falter

Traditional style gowns are still in simply because of their elegance. Some women go for this type of wedding gown style especially when they want that ball feel. The main difference though is in the neckline which is lower nowadays compared to yesteryears where fully-covered bosoms are a must particularly when it is a church wedding. And of course, the color is always the traditional white for that clean, classic look.

(2) Sleek figure-hugging gowns for the slim bride

This type of wedding gown is one of current favorites. This trend will probably stay for long since women nowadays are trying to get fit and slim to look their best. If you want this style, make sure that the dress will perfectly fit you to achieve the ideal silhouette.

(3) 50's style Hollywood glamour

Nothing is too vintage when talking about 50's style wedding gowns. These are usually floor-length and belted at the waistline. Some of these gowns are knee-length at the hem and have sheer overlay which emphasizes the hem and legs.

- Order at least 15 extra invitations. There will always be someone extra to send an invitation to. Similarly, your family and May, you want to keep copies as souvenirs. It's cheaper to order a little more with the rest of the invitations have to come back and order them separately. It is much cheaper and easier for printers to print in bulk at a time.

- Also, be sure to order extra envelopes in case you are correct mistakes.

- When you order your invitations, be sure to order your RSVP cards, address cards, reception cards, thank you notes and other cards you want May to get everything in a single command. In doing so, many printing companies most likely to give you a deal.

- Some photographers include thank you cards in your package. This can be a saving on your print job because you do not need to.

- You can also buy ready RSVP cards to local crafts stores. Compare prices and May you be able to make this so.

- Print your own cards from your computer.

- The most colorful invitations the most expensive. Use a single color with a little shade variations may be saving money. Find savings if you use fewer colors.

- Black ink is still cheaper than the ink color. It is also more elegant.

- If your invitation bows and ribbons, to resort to buying them and putting them on you. It cost more to have the printer and put them on for you.

- Blotting paper is not necessary nowadays. Its original use was careful not to smudge the ink when wet. Today, the ink does stain more by hand, unless you write your invitations.

As I am stilly tallying the numbers, I can tell you that I am very impressed with the generousity of our friends, family, and Let's Eat Cake! supporters!



I know we had a lofty goal! And times were different 2 years ago when I set that goal, so although we'll come close, I know that St. Jude Children's Research Hospital will appreciate every thing that we are doing!



I wanted to thank these folks for blogging about our event, and posting pictures! We should have ours back soon, I want to make the official announcements!!! (so check back Monday)



Steamy Kitchen - for writing about the event so quickly, for loving the cakes, for being a fantastical judge, and loving food as much as me!!! You are the best Jaden!!!





Blissful Bride - Amanda, you are so sweet! Thank you for your friendship, for blogging about Let's Eat Cake!, for volunteering at the event, and just being all around amazing! I am blessed to have you as my friend!



Unique Designs - Where to start! You guys designed the most amazing bakers invitations, the posters were amazing!!! People stopped me on the street to tell me how swank they are! And for helping make this event so classy and fun! (and for helping my sister!) You are true friends! Thank you!!!



Tampa Tribune - Yup! Tampa Tribune! Jaden Hair (see above) wrote an awesome article for the paper, and I love you for it!!!



K-Gallery - Thanks Matt and Krystal for coming to Let's Eat Cake! and for loving my sister's cake unbiasedly!!! You both Rock!! Thank you, thank you, thank you!



Powers Photography- I know Stewart and Susan are waiting for me to blog the pictures, before they do- but they deserve a huge THANK YOU, for always being there for me, and for Let's Eat Cake! for bringing my sister to tears (in a good way), for photographing our entrie event, and for being my friend! Thank you!

Well, you can just imagine that these wedding dresses cost more than the value of their elegant bridesmaid dresses and wedding favours put together.

1. Renee Zellweger

Although her marriage to country singer Kenney Chesney was short-lived, Renee Zellweger's bamboo twill, ivory-colored, form fitting strapless wedding dress went down in history as one of the best celebrity wedding dresses ever. The wedding dress perfectly complimented their beach-themed wedding.

2. Sandra Bullock

Sandra Bullock looked absolutely stunning in her Angel Sanchez-designed strapless, antique white lace dress with ruffled bodice.

3. Melania Trump

You may have heard the rumors that Melania Knauss' wedding dress designed by Christian Dior cost a whooping $100,00!

4. Tori Spelling

The late Aaron Spelling's beloved daughter, Tori Spelling, wore a form fitting wedding dress sprinkled with crystal beads. It was the perfect traditional wedding dress that every woman would surely envy.

5. Britney Spears

Nearly everyone hated everything about Britney Spears and Kevin Federline wedding. Britney Spears wore a $26,000 wedding dress with a hand sewn train and cathedral length veil.

6. Jennifer Aniston

Jennifer's halter style, white tulle dress, adorned with tiny pearls was designed by Lawrence Steele. It was the perfect wedding dress to define a once-perfect marriage.

If you want to follow these celebrities wedding dresses, make sure to seek your designer's aid in putting together fabric and materials that aren't as costly as the real wedding dresses.

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I know you hear over and over again, that the biggest way to safe money is to cut your guest list, but what if that just isn't an option for you?



Some people just can't cut the number of people. And I understand that!



But what if you cut the food - I mean, don't invite people and expect them to starve. But what are your options?



Southern Style:



What about a Tea and Cake Reception, or Champagne and Cake? If you plan your ceremony after 8PM, and note on your invitation, "Dessert Reception to Follow" you'd be in store for this:

and this: {Dressed up the Champage with different kinds of fruit}

cakes by Posh Pastry {for 2 Year Old birthday party}

Wedding Ring - Three Round Diamonds

Wedding rings with diamond eyes are very beautiful. Rings made of gold and shaped simple and plain. Then the diamond-shaped eyes and a round of three. Which was greater than the two flanking it. Diamond wedding ring is beautiful.

The different designs will then be adorned by additional features such as crystals, beadings, diamante and various exquisite embroideries. Chiffon, silk, taffeta, organza and tulle are some of the favorite materials from which the gowns are made. Several materials of bridal gowns have their origin in Spain and so will make up the Spanish bridal attire.

A black shawl draped over one's shoulders may turn out to be a good addition to the bridal gown as long as it complements the gown's color. Other colors that are also allowed are white and red so the bride will be fine in any of these. A matching black veil is desirable while one can also opt for one that is mantilla since it could help them frame their face to the admiration of the attendants. Black is the preferred color which is meant to symbolize the bride's character that is just about to be uncovered by the groom. Spanish Wedding Dresses Spanish traditions on Spanish wedding dresses are very elaborate.

The flowers are symbols of love and life, and bring a sense of elegance and transcendence to a wedding ceremony and reception. Of course, you can be creative and express your unique sense of style with your wedding flowers. The ideas are as varied and numerous as the wives - or you can match your bridal party accent colors with a unifying color, or create a splash by adding color to another all black and white wedding to mention only two.

Here are some other ideas to start your creative thinking and help you plan a wedding, you and your guests will remember fondly the chance for years to come:

• COLOR

Use it, play with it, be creative! Consider using different shades of the same hue - from light pink, for example - as an elegant way to add color to your wedding day. Otherwise, go with color for a dramatic monochromatic effect - try cream or white.

• VERDURE

Beautiful green as leaves and ferns can add depth and elegance at your disposal, and possibly save money on flowers. Florists have access to many varieties of greenery and the creative possibilities are endless. Of variegated ivy delicate fern green, glossy leaves, you can create almost any mood you incorporating beautiful greenery. It is also useful for creating a domino effect at the end of pews chandeliers, flowers, etc..

• ACCESSORIES

Add a unique touch to your wedding flower decoration with accessories. For example, ask your florist incorporate ribbons, strings of (fake) pearls, feathers or an element of sparkle to your settings. This way you can express your own sense of style and make use of colors and effects that are not available with a few flowers and greenery.

• CANDLES

Superb creative centers to chandeliers, table candles add soft lighting and romantic wedding flowers. You can make a statement with a large pillar candles or tealights tiny ... the possibilities are endless!

Kebaya - Ethnic

Kebaya ethnic-smelling, very beautiful. Mix brown and pink make this kebaya seen this woman wearing an elegant look. There are decorative bands on the abdomen of the form of fiber made of ribbon and pin together with a charming gold.

Matt and Tracey are amazing!!!! I knew after we had the first meeting with them that they were extraordinary! As we've gotten to know each other more and more - I love them more and more.... then... well - these pictures are just incredible!

They are so beautiful {the clients and the pictures!} Pure by Lindsey took the pictures, and I love them!!!

On a side note, Matt and Tracey were huge supporters of Let's Eat Cake! and I thank them so much for that!!! I heart you guys!!!

When you are in a small town like Gainesville - the competition is fierce! Like two wild kittens!!! I mean, two wild pug puppies!



No seriously. there is always going to be competition, whether it is photographers who interview with the same bride - she is going to pick the one that she feels best suits her needs and wants. The same with any vendor... there is usually only one that has the honor of working with a bride.



Sometimes you've gotta duke it out!

Angela and I, are true friends, and both have tremendous respect for one another. There is something to be said for having a great relationship with someone that you know can value your opinion, and be able to understand the stressors that life will throw at you.

{and the fact that she admits fully - that I won this fight... means even more} ;)

There are few things that should be kept in mind while selecting the Indian wedding gown. While selecting the wedding gowns, the bride always have it in mind that she should have the best and different as it’s her day. Indian wedding gowns are popular all over the world and people especially order them from India for their D-day.

Depending on the budget and bride preferences, the bride to be may have parts of her outfit embossed with pure gold and silver wire. But there are so many styles to choose from, selection from the best one becomes a big question mark. Now that your dream is becoming a reality it’s time to shop for the perfect wedding gowns. The groom’s face may have changed as the years went by, but the one constant was how you picture yourself walking down the aisle in a stunning wedding gown.

If you are like most women, you dreamed your wedding day since you were a little girl, you must have dreamed of a beautiful wedding gown too. There is such an incredible amount of cultural and religious diversity in Indian sub-continent that the exact style of Indian wedding gowns vary from region to region. Indian wedding gowns add a stylish touch to your wedding celebration.

So, we recently had a vendor mixer - ya know, when all of the local vendors get together and network, chat it up... and just have fun.



Well, K-Gallery offered up a Photo Booth... how could I say no!!!



Here are some of the Photobooth Pictures!!! {and my commentary}

{Gosia and Ali - fantastical Wedding Musicians!!!}

{My Kristin and Krystal... love them!!!}

{Left: Kathy and Erica - KB Kakes}  

{TJ and Danielle - Jazz Hands - Awesome!!}

 Danny, Gio, Kenya, Kristy, Me... being Goofs!!

{The Ladies of Celebrations - sooo HAWT!}

{Barb the Harpist - Love her!!!}

{Matt and I.... getting it onnnnn - shhhhhh, don't tell our spouses!}

{Kristin and I.... laughing!!!}

{Get a ROOM!}

Next post... Wedding Planners gone WILD!

Where and how does one shop for plus size wedding dresses? Every bride wants to wear a beautiful wedding dress and full figured women are no exception. If you are intending to visit your local bridal boutique, we would advise you to call ahead to find out if they do, indeed, sell plus size wedding dresses.

The Plus Size Clothing Store

Many shops specialising in plus size merchandise do sell wedding dresses. Believe it or not, the Internet is an excellent source of plus size wedding dresses and wedding accessories. When you purchase wedding dresses over the Internet, in most cases you can't try it on. Wedding dress sizes are funny, plus size wedding dresses are no exception. So when ordering wedding dresses from the Internet, it is important that you measure yourself carefully and order the right size dress. Even if you are on a diet, we suggest that you order your wedding dress at the size you are now, rather than ordering a smaller size wedding dress in the hope that it will fit, come the big day.

Look for wedding dresses online and in the real world. When you find the right wedding dress, you'll look stunning!

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The Perfect Wedding Gown

The Perfect Wedding Gown

The Perfect Wedding Gown

Choosing the perfect gown is one of the most important decisions you will make when planning your wedding. It is an experience to remember for a lifetime.

Some brides consider choosing the dress to be a tiresome and difficult experience. But it does not have to be. With the right thought and preparation, shopping for the perfect wedding gown can be a fun and exciting experience.

Use the top ten tips listed below to help you find that perfect wedding gown.

1) Start Early

Start your search as early as possible. Special orders can take several months to arrive.
Alterations can take more time.

2) Do Your Research

Look through bridal magazines to find styles that you are interested in. Bring photos
of the styles you like with you when you shop.

3) Consider the Type of Ceremony

Choose a dress that is appropriate for your ceremony. For a formal wedding, a long
gown with a train makes a beautiful choice. A two piece suit or short dress is
appropriate for a less formal ceremony or a visit to the Justice of the Peace.

One of the unforgettable wedding party in a wedding cake. Currently, creative wedding cake so varied in terms of model, size and taste. The right choice in choosing wedding cake will give a special feel for the wedding feast was held. Wedding cake design is available in a simple model to a specific theme.

The complexity of the design, manufacturing and engineering size will affect the price of a wedding cake. White wedding cake can act as one of the options from the menu cover dish in a series of wedding parties. The price of materials used in making a snow wedding cake is sensitive to price changes. Make reservations early to avoid price increases that affect the price increase on the whole cake. The withdrawal wedding dress, white snow wedding cake has a special meaning in the event a marriage party.

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Perfectly Wedding Gowns Bridal Dresses Attire Toronto

Perfectly Wedding Gowns Bridal Dresses Attire Toronto

Perfectly Wedding Gowns Bridal Dresses Attire Toronto

Infact they are an essential need in a wedding. Wedding gowns are not jus needed for the bride but also for the bridesmaids and the flowergirls. The dresses may be traditional or unique designer wear. The bridal dress or Toronto wedding gown will match perfectly only when they are perfectly blended with the person’s looks and figure.

It can’t be ignored. It needs to be perfect. It must not look sinking or tight. It must be suitable to your figure, size and height.

It must be appropriately chosen with the right size in terms of length and material. The wedding gowns must bare the best possible expression and make the person in it look dashing. Girls can look the best provided they show confidence and enthusiasm. The dress adds color and beauty to the occasion. Their must be an air of specialty and uniqueness around the couple.

It should appear rich and admirable. The dressing, make over, etc must look elegant for the occasion. It includes arrangements and looks. It is a time when everything needs to be at its best. Wedding Gowns A wedding is the most auspicious day in a person’s life.