Wedding Ideas

How to turn your backyard into a wedding venue

Vanja Veric — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 11:08:00 -0700

Transform your backyard into the ultimate dream wedding space.

Fresh takes on traditional wedding reception foods

Sarah Brooks — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 12:00:00 -0700

Planning a wedding and need some fresh ideas on what to serve at your reception? Look no further – we found delicious treats that go above and beyond your traditional wedding reception food.

10 Unique ideas for escort cards

Christina Caldwell — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 08:07:00 -0700

Once all of the major wedding details are out of the way, it's time to get down to the nitty-gritty, from silverware selections to seating charts. We found these ultra-cute, unique escort card — or place card — ideas for any wedding theme.

Crafty and creative wedding invitations

Catherine Conelly — Sun, 31 Mar 2013 21:35:00 -0700

Wedding invitation design choices range from formal to artistic and everything in between. Invitations will give your guests the initial impression of what you have in store for them and while some brides prefer to keep it simple, many brides are grabbing hold of some creative reins and sending out invitations with extra pizazz.

Eco-friendly ideas for your wedding

Christina Caldwell — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 00:00:00 -0800

Whenever you throw a party, it’s hard not to notice the aftermath’s waste. Paper plates, plastic cups, glass bottles and used napkins all make their way into a heaping pile of trash. Your wedding is supposed to be the party of a lifetime. Wouldn’t it be nice to make your way into marital bliss without the guilt of environmental damage? These eco-friendly wedding ideas can help you cut waste and lower your carbon footprint as you take the walk from boyfriend and girlfriend to man and wife.

Get a Twilight-inspired wedding

Tammy Carmona — Thu, 24 May 2012 05:00:00 -0700

More often than not, when someone discusses The Twilight Saga, they're thinking of the iconic wedding scene. Whether it's a scene imagined in their minds while reading the books or a vision just like the one created in the movie, everyone who thinks of the Twilight wedding thinks of its beauty, grandeur and natural extravagance.

Wedding cake alternatives

Claire Gallam — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 10:30:00 -0700

As beautiful and traditional as wedding cakes are, they can also be extremely expensive. Due to the size, ornate decorations and location of the wedding, some cakes can cost thousands of dollars. If a cake isn't in your budget or you want a more non-traditional dessert, check out these adorable ideas instead that will save you money and add personality to your big day.

Pinterest wedding boards: Make your ideas a reality

Jackie Asta — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 09:00:00 -0700

While love may be blind, wedding planning is an eye-opener, and Pinterest is here to help. Blushing brides are seeing just how helpful the site is for putting together, and showcasing, a wide variety of eye-catching ideas in preparation for their big day. One can easily search items and get wedding planning ideas within a matter of seconds. There’s no longer the need to chase wedding items across town – or state lines. Today, we're showing you just how useful Pinterest really is!

7 Winter wedding trends to wow your guests

Debbie Whipple — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 05:00:00 -0800

Winter can be one of the most romantic times to wed, but if brides rely on overdone designs, their special day could feel frigid and dull. Debbie Whipple, Top This Wedding boutique owner and event planner, recommends tossing boring, impersonal traditions for seven creative wedding trends that wow this winter.

Top Etsy finds for a fabulous wedding

Jessica Padykula — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 14:48:00 -0700

Here at SheKnows we're Etsy-obsessed. You never know what fabulous treasures you're going to find while browsing this online marketplace filled with what seems like an endless stream of handcrafted, artisanal items. Since it's wedding season, we wanted to see what Etsy had in store for anyone tying the knot this year and we were overwhelmed with swoon-worthy items. Here are a few of our favorites.

The anti-bride: Planning a non-traditional wedding

Lori Wilson — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 15:32:00 -0700

Not every bride-to-be has been dreaming of walking down the aisle in a fluffy white dress since she was a little girl. Some women just want to marry their significant other without all the pomp and circumstance -- for example, the months of tedious planning, being the center of attention and hunting down that elusive bridesmaid dress that will flatter all ten attendants in your wedding party. If this rings a bell, then you're suffering from anti-bridal symptoms. Here's how to deal.

Top 5 celebrity wedding trends

Lori Wilson — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 15:55:00 -0700

You may not make as much money as Hollywood's A-List celebrities, but that doesn't have to stop you from planning a glamorous wedding inspired by the stars. According to StrictlyWeddings, the following are the top five celebrity wedding trends that you can use when planning for your very own lavish affair.

Expert wedding planning tips for 2011

Kori Ellis — Mon, 09 May 2011 08:00:00 -0700

Look for unique wedding ideas to make your big day truly special. Karen Bussen, celebrity wedding planner and David’s Bridal style council member, provides some fabulous wedding planning tips for 2011.

3 Wedding reception ideas

Kori Ellis — Thu, 18 Nov 2010 07:00:00 -0800

Are you getting married in 2011? Check out some of these wedding reception ideas from JOWY Productions to make your special day an unforgettable event.

8 Unique wedding ideas

Kori Ellis — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 07:00:00 -0800

When wedding planning, you often see the same ideas, themes and styles over and over again. If you are looking for something unique for your wedding reception, we have the answers. We asked eight event experts and wedding planners to tell us about unique things that they have seen at weddings lately. Check out their answers for some extraordinary wedding ideas.

Creative wedding ceremony idea

OneWed.com — Fri, 14 May 2010 17:05:00 -0700

OneWed.com's top wedding trend for 2010 was individualization. Engaged couples today are getting creative and personal with their weddings like never before. Gone are the days of one-size suits all wedding cakes, dresses, locations, and even ceremonies. As engaged couples explore ways to make their ceremonies more personal, they're branching out from the traditional church, synagogue, hotel settings and looking for creative places to exchange vows. These creative locations often lead to more creative decisions, such as ditching the traditional "bride's side and groom's side" wedding seating.

Unusual wedding ideas

OneWed.com — Wed, 12 May 2010 20:45:00 -0700

One of the great things about writing for a wedding website like OneWed.com is that people are constantly sharing pictures of beautiful dresses, flowers, and locations with you. Plus, occasionally you get free samples of things like wine and chocolate. Of course, you also get pitched some pretty unusual ideas. Now, every wedding is different, and one person’s "huh?" is another’s "oh, yeah," so there’s no judgment on my part, I’m just saying, I found these ideas "unusual."

Personalize your wedding and save money

OneWed.com — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:03:00 -0800

No matter what her wedding style, there's one question almost every bride has: How can we save money on the wedding? Believe it or not, one of the best ways to reduce your wedding budget is to make your wedding more personal and unique.

6 Hot wedding ideas that will amaze your guests

Robbin Montero — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 09:37:00 -0700

From designer touches to destination weddings, these hot and fashionable wedding ideas will make your wedding the most talked about event of the year!

Bridal trend: Colorful wedding dresses

Kori Ellis — Tue, 24 Jun 2008 07:13:00 -0700

Brides agonize for months before making a final decision on the perfect wedding gown. They often get caught up in trying to make others happy with their choice. Well, we think you should think less about getting the stamp of approval and more about finding the dress of your dreams -- no matter what color it is. When you set out to shop for a gown with glitter and glamour, don't feel restricted to a traditional white style. In recent years, it has become more common for brides to wear colorful dresses down the aisle. So, we shopped the collections and found some wedding gowns in other hues. Don't worry, you'll look so beautiful, grandma won't have time to wonder what happened to tradition.