Wedding Guide

Lodian offers tips for wedding entertainment

Entertainment is an important aspect of a wedding reception. Couples want their guests to stay and have fun and have a memorable experience. Whether they choose a band or a DJ, the entertainment can set the mood for the entire reception. More of this story...

Bachelorette parties let nice girls go wild for a night

We all know about bachelor parties, when doomed husbands-to-be masquerade drunkenly through strip clubs against the wishes of their future wives. More of this story...

Finances an important issue for newlyweds

Newlyweds face a host of big decisions once their honeymoon is over and it's time to head back to reality. More of this story...

Beautiful wedding memories can be a snap

There are a few things that last beyond the wedding as reminders of this special day. Photographs are among the most important. More of this story...

Responsibility of being best manand maid of honor

A popularity contest often comes into play when an engaged couple is selecting friends and family members to be part of their wedding party. Often there is great speculation surrounding who will be bestowed the honor of being a bridesmaid or groomsman and who will win the coveted spots of best man and maid of honor. The pressure could ultimately become a cause of undue stress for the happy couple. More of this story...

Tips for choosing the right reception hall

Weddings can be a very complicated endeavor to pull off. Far more than pulling on fancy clothes, strolling down the aisle and saying, "I do," a successful wedding is a testament to a couple's ability to plan and juggle multiple tasks. More of this story...

Creating the perfect soundtrack for your wedding

If you've figured out by now that music is the key to a great wedding, you're right: it's the secret ingredient of every great wedding. The right song at the right time can evoke strong feelings and help solidify memories of the day long after the last dance. More of this story...

Think creatively with wedding registries

A marriage doesn't just bring together two people in love, it also serves as the catalyst for merging their worlds into one. More of this story...

Honor the men who make weddings special

Weddings, or so it would seem, are all about the brides. While all eyes are on the bride as she walks down the aisle, the groom is often relegated to secondary status. Such is the case as well when it comes to bridesmaids and groomsmen. While family and friends are most inclined to notice the bevy of beauties in matching dresses, groomsmen tend to go largely unnoticed. More of this story...

Be a Blushing, Not a Rushing Bride: Strategies to beat wedding-planning stress

Getting married can be one of the most memorable and lovely times of your life. But it can also be one of the most stressful. More of this story...

What to give the bride and groom

Every year, newlyweds are on the receiving end of many a gift. As friends and family descend on hometowns to toast the happy couple, they do so with an abundance of gifts in tow. More of this story...

Wedding guests must also consider their attire

There is a good chance that you've been invited to a wedding — or will be — where the expected attire was a mystery. Unless the invitation specifically mentions "black tie" or another dress code, you could be taking a guess as to what is appropriate to wear. No one wants to be the odd person out, wearing an outfit that is inconsistent with the scope of the wedding. Usually there are hints that will offer you ideas about the formality of the wedding. Act as a super sleuth and follow the clues. More of this story...

Insurance a safety net for honeymooners

These days, it seems as if people are insuring everything they own. More of this story...

Special touches for the save-the-date announcements

Wedding invitations are typically mailed out six to eight weeks prior to a wedding. More of this story...

How to calm wedding jitters

The work involved with planning a wedding can stress out even the most stable of individuals. Even those brides-to-be who knew all the reasons why they were getting married a few months ago may be facing the prospect of walking down the aisle with anxiety. More of this story...