Chandra at Oh-Lovely-Day.com shares a useful infographic (courtesy of iloveswmag.com) on how much (and when) to tip wedding vendors. Also includes advice on whether or not to tip specific vendors. Guidelines include wedding planner, hair/makeup, officiant, band or DJ, and reception/catering staff with specifics for chef, waiters and kitchen staff, bartenders, and the … [Read more...]

Heidi at MagnetStreet.com has an innovative way of using wedding programs - as fans for a hot summer wedding. If you've got a summer wedding planned then these fans are available in shell, rectangle, heart-shaped, and square styles. Each program is customizable and can be personalized so you can use your own colors, fonts, photos, and even ceremony wording. Read more at: … [Read more...]

Maggie Lord at RusticWeddingChic.com (who specializes in ideas and inspirations for the country and rustic bride) has a wonderful collection of unique wording for your RSVP cards instead of the traditional "Accepts With Pleasure...Regretfully Declines." Top contenders for acceptances and declines are: Sunscreen Is Packed/Raising A Toast From Afar (great for destination … [Read more...]

If you're sending out wedding invitations or you're looking for fonts for your stationery then Kathryn at SnippetandInk.com has compiled a list of 50 of the best wedding fonts which you might be interested in. Some of the fonts are elegant and timeless - such as the ("handwriting") scripts. Others are playful and decorative. Having a beautiful font is particularly useful if … [Read more...]

Your engagement is a happy time too. And it's a time to capture your love for each other with photos, just like your wedding. Christina at MountainSideBride.com walks you through the 10 steps to virtually perfect engagement photos. Steps include having a little fun, being yourself, relaxing, flirting, holding hands, using props, and going to a different location for the … [Read more...]