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Planning a Wedding on a Small Budget

Wedding can be one of the biggest expenses. No wonder wedding services is a multi-billion industry in the United States. That's why if you want to have a wedding of your dreams and keep the cost much lower than average wedding cost you need to pay close attention to the wedding planning process, especially the budget planning.


There is number of expenses involved in every wedding. By cutting the cost for each one you can save considerable amount of money. So here is the list of expenses and how you can make the cost lower for each of them.

Reception Venue
If you plan ahead what type of reception site you want then it can save you money and effort. There are number of options that can allow you have a reception for very low cost.


a) Reception in the Park. You don't have to worry about the decorations. It's already beautiful. The things to consider are time of the year and weather.

b) Backyard of your (or someone else's) home. This option the cheapest one especially if the food is prepared by you and/or by the family members. Things that need to be planed are renting tables, chairs and silverware.

c) In the church. It can be convenient to have a reception at the same church. Many churches are quite spacious to accept many guests. You will need to think about the decorations to make the feel of your wedding nicer.

Food
There are also numbers of options for food at the reception that will cost you much less. First of all you need to decide on the time of the day for reception. These are some general guidelines:

a) Morning wedding (before 11 am) - Breakfast of Breakfast buffet
b) Midday weeding (11 am to 1 pm) - Luncheon buffet
c) Afternoon wedding (1 to 4 pm) - Cake and punch.
d) Early evening wedding(4 to 7 pm) - Dinner buffet
f) Evening wedding (after 7 pm) - Cake and punch.

It is obvious that Afternoon and evening weddings will require much less than others for reception food.

Wedding Attire
Bride's suit is among the highest expenses in the wedding budget. Therefore it should be considered carefully before buying. Do not go ahead and buy it immediately after you got engaged. Some patience can save you a lot of money. These are some options for you to consider.

a) Buy discount. It is a huge market. Discount market even includes factory outlets. Such factory outlets like The Gunne Sax have even a separate building for wedding attire.

b) Buy Prom or Special Occasion dress. If you look at such dresses you will see that with some little alterations you can convert it into a nice wedding dress.

c) Bridesmaid's dress in white. You probably will be surprised that sometimes bridal salon staff may sell you bridesmaid's dress in white or ivory as a wedding dress. It even has a train but if you want you can make a longer train.

Buy Wedding Dress 1

Planning a Wedding on a Small Budget

Wedding can be one of the biggest expenses. No wonder wedding services is a multi-billion industry in the United States. That's why if you want to have a wedding of your dreams and keep the cost much lower than average wedding cost you need to pay close attention to the wedding planning process, especially the budget planning.


There is number of expenses involved in every wedding. By cutting the cost for each one you can save considerable amount of money. So here is the list of expenses and how you can make the cost lower for each of them.

Reception Venue
If you plan ahead what type of reception site you want then it can save you money and effort. There are number of options that can allow you have a reception for very low cost.


a) Reception in the Park. You don't have to worry about the decorations. It's already beautiful. The things to consider are time of the year and weather.

b) Backyard of your (or someone else's) home. This option the cheapest one especially if the food is prepared by you and/or by the family members. Things that need to be planed are renting tables, chairs and silverware.

c) In the church. It can be convenient to have a reception at the same church. Many churches are quite spacious to accept many guests. You will need to think about the decorations to make the feel of your wedding nicer.

Food
There are also numbers of options for food at the reception that will cost you much less. First of all you need to decide on the time of the day for reception. These are some general guidelines:

a) Morning wedding (before 11 am) - Breakfast of Breakfast buffet
b) Midday weeding (11 am to 1 pm) - Luncheon buffet
c) Afternoon wedding (1 to 4 pm) - Cake and punch.
d) Early evening wedding(4 to 7 pm) - Dinner buffet
f) Evening wedding (after 7 pm) - Cake and punch.

It is obvious that Afternoon and evening weddings will require much less than others for reception food.

Wedding Attire
Bride's suit is among the highest expenses in the wedding budget. Therefore it should be considered carefully before buying. Do not go ahead and buy it immediately after you got engaged. Some patience can save you a lot of money. These are some options for you to consider.

a) Buy discount. It is a huge market. Discount market even includes factory outlets. Such factory outlets like The Gunne Sax have even a separate building for wedding attire.

b) Buy Prom or Special Occasion dress. If you look at such dresses you will see that with some little alterations you can convert it into a nice wedding dress.

c) Bridesmaid's dress in white. You probably will be surprised that sometimes bridal salon staff may sell you bridesmaid's dress in white or ivory as a wedding dress. It even has a train but if you want you can make a longer train.

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The Beaded Dress

Beaded dresses are a great way to add a bit of sparkle and are great for a special occasion or a Christmas party. Choose from coloured beading for a really eye catching look or black for a slightly more subtle look. Keep jewellery to a minimum with a beaded dress as you do not want to look like a Christmas tree (even at Christmas).

The Asymmetrical Dress

The asymmetrical dress is another key trend for 2008, it usually has only one sleeve or shoulder and is often Grecian or draped style. This style of dress looks great either long or short and should be teamed with a simple pendant necklace if any so as not to interfere with the look of the neckline.

The Maxi Dress

Maxi dresses were around last year and were very popular. This year they are back again with many formal styles which are great for proms, parties and balls. This is a great style of dress for those that don't want to show off their legs or at occasions where it may inappropriate. Unless you are very tall be careful not to choose a maxi dress with too much volume in the skirt.

The Little Black Dress

The little black dress is a classic party dress made popular by both Coco Chanel and the classic film breakfast at Tiffanys. These days the term can mean anything from a beaded mini dress to a classic style shift dress. The popularity of the little black dress is probably due to its versatility and ability to flatter most figures. The little black dresses for Autumn and Winter 2008 can encompass many of the other key trends including the asymmetrical dress, prom dress, mini dress, lace dress or beaded dress.

What ever party, prom or ball dress you choose make sure that you have a great time!

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The Beaded Dress

Beaded dresses are a great way to add a bit of sparkle and are great for a special occasion or a Christmas party. Choose from coloured beading for a really eye catching look or black for a slightly more subtle look. Keep jewellery to a minimum with a beaded dress as you do not want to look like a Christmas tree (even at Christmas).

The Asymmetrical Dress

The asymmetrical dress is another key trend for 2008, it usually has only one sleeve or shoulder and is often Grecian or draped style. This style of dress looks great either long or short and should be teamed with a simple pendant necklace if any so as not to interfere with the look of the neckline.

The Maxi Dress

Maxi dresses were around last year and were very popular. This year they are back again with many formal styles which are great for proms, parties and balls. This is a great style of dress for those that don't want to show off their legs or at occasions where it may inappropriate. Unless you are very tall be careful not to choose a maxi dress with too much volume in the skirt.

The Little Black Dress

The little black dress is a classic party dress made popular by both Coco Chanel and the classic film breakfast at Tiffanys. These days the term can mean anything from a beaded mini dress to a classic style shift dress. The popularity of the little black dress is probably due to its versatility and ability to flatter most figures. The little black dresses for Autumn and Winter 2008 can encompass many of the other key trends including the asymmetrical dress, prom dress, mini dress, lace dress or beaded dress.

What ever party, prom or ball dress you choose make sure that you have a great time!

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The Lace Dress
Lace is a big trend for Autumn winter 08 and there is a huge choice of lace dresses on offer to choose from ranging from lace style prom dresses to high necked ones similar to those seen on the catwalk at Prada.

Christmas Prom Party 2

The Lace Dress
Lace is a big trend for Autumn winter 08 and there is a huge choice of lace dresses on offer to choose from ranging from lace style prom dresses to high necked ones similar to those seen on the catwalk at Prada.

Modern Party Prom-Short Prom

Modern Party Prom-Short Prom

Christmas Prom Party 1

With Christmas fast approaching, it is time to cheer yourself up and get dressed up for a party, ball or prom./ One of the most enjoyable parts of a night out at this time of year is choosing something beautiful to wear. For Autumn Winter 2008 and there are so many options to choose from but here are just a few of the best.

The Classic Prom Dress

This style of dress is just about every where. The beauty of it lies in its simplicity. It suits almost anyone and will usually be strapless, one colour with a flared below the knee skirt. It is great for showcasing a beautiful statement necklace or a gorgeous pair of high heels or an amazing clutch.

Christmas Prom Party 1

With Christmas fast approaching, it is time to cheer yourself up and get dressed up for a party, ball or prom./ One of the most enjoyable parts of a night out at this time of year is choosing something beautiful to wear. For Autumn Winter 2008 and there are so many options to choose from but here are just a few of the best.

The Classic Prom Dress

This style of dress is just about every where. The beauty of it lies in its simplicity. It suits almost anyone and will usually be strapless, one colour with a flared below the knee skirt. It is great for showcasing a beautiful statement necklace or a gorgeous pair of high heels or an amazing clutch.

Prom Party

Prom Party

Guide to Buying Prom Dresses Online

The Meaning of Prom Nights

Teenagers see the prom nights in different perspectives. For some, the prom night is one formal dance celebrated in a hotel or in the school’s gymnasium. The usual fancy scenario is there is a hired DJ who keeps playing various genres of music apt for the occasion and there is the sumptuous banquet. Both the juniors and the seniors are clad in their most fabulous prom dresses dancing all throughout the night.

For some of the girls who are fond of fantasizing, they see the prom night as their chance of becoming Cinderella. This dream is further emphasized by the hippy hairstyles and chic formal gowns they are adorned with.

Some folks will settle with the fact though that the prom night signals the coming to age of a teenager into a young woman. They see the prom night as a transition of the childish acts exemplified during the high school life into that of early maturity that goes along with adulthood.

Whatever the connotation of the prom night brings to every different individual, the point is it is one of the rare chances to be under the limelight. Therefore, the occasion requires apt preparations. For the girls, the prom dress calls for a careful planning and conceptualization.

Purchasing Prom Dresses Online

Going online for your prom dress shopping is relatively easier than going to boutiques or department stores. It is also an avenue of getting a clear look at a widespread variety of clothes from numerous sites. Prom dresses online are also cheaper than those offered in traditional shopping malls.

If what you are after for are prom dresses in discounted rates, prom dresses online come in a wide array of choices. If you prefer buying designer prom dresses, then you can always take your pick. Simply browse through a lot of websites and get the chance to buy conveniently with just a click of a button.

The Prom Dress Online Pointers

In what design and style do you want your prom dress to be? What fabric will be used? What color will the cloth be? Which shoes and bag can match it? What accessories will you make use of? These are the basic considerations which need to be taken seriously.

First of all, take into consideration your body type. Is your body figure curvy? Is it straight? Are you plump? The prom dress you must use should complement the figure you possess instead of making it appear worse. You must pay attention to the proper prom dress that will flatter your body figure.

The color of your prom dress also needs special attention. You should get a prom dress with a fabric that goes in harmony with your complexion and hair color. Of course, the accessories which you must use should be appropriate to the style of your prom dress. Having no accessories on the prom dress may look like a very dull-looking Christmas tree but being over decorated is also not good to look at.

Purchasing prom dresses online is a lot of fun. Wherever you are, you can access the websites that sell prom dresses. You are also relieved of the painstaking burden of going from one boutique to another. Believe it, the perfect gown for you is just in the midst of online shopping!

By Rolf Jansson

Guide to Buying Prom Dresses Online

The Meaning of Prom Nights

Teenagers see the prom nights in different perspectives. For some, the prom night is one formal dance celebrated in a hotel or in the school’s gymnasium. The usual fancy scenario is there is a hired DJ who keeps playing various genres of music apt for the occasion and there is the sumptuous banquet. Both the juniors and the seniors are clad in their most fabulous prom dresses dancing all throughout the night.

For some of the girls who are fond of fantasizing, they see the prom night as their chance of becoming Cinderella. This dream is further emphasized by the hippy hairstyles and chic formal gowns they are adorned with.

Some folks will settle with the fact though that the prom night signals the coming to age of a teenager into a young woman. They see the prom night as a transition of the childish acts exemplified during the high school life into that of early maturity that goes along with adulthood.

Whatever the connotation of the prom night brings to every different individual, the point is it is one of the rare chances to be under the limelight. Therefore, the occasion requires apt preparations. For the girls, the prom dress calls for a careful planning and conceptualization.

Purchasing Prom Dresses Online

Going online for your prom dress shopping is relatively easier than going to boutiques or department stores. It is also an avenue of getting a clear look at a widespread variety of clothes from numerous sites. Prom dresses online are also cheaper than those offered in traditional shopping malls.

If what you are after for are prom dresses in discounted rates, prom dresses online come in a wide array of choices. If you prefer buying designer prom dresses, then you can always take your pick. Simply browse through a lot of websites and get the chance to buy conveniently with just a click of a button.

The Prom Dress Online Pointers

In what design and style do you want your prom dress to be? What fabric will be used? What color will the cloth be? Which shoes and bag can match it? What accessories will you make use of? These are the basic considerations which need to be taken seriously.

First of all, take into consideration your body type. Is your body figure curvy? Is it straight? Are you plump? The prom dress you must use should complement the figure you possess instead of making it appear worse. You must pay attention to the proper prom dress that will flatter your body figure.

The color of your prom dress also needs special attention. You should get a prom dress with a fabric that goes in harmony with your complexion and hair color. Of course, the accessories which you must use should be appropriate to the style of your prom dress. Having no accessories on the prom dress may look like a very dull-looking Christmas tree but being over decorated is also not good to look at.

Purchasing prom dresses online is a lot of fun. Wherever you are, you can access the websites that sell prom dresses. You are also relieved of the painstaking burden of going from one boutique to another. Believe it, the perfect gown for you is just in the midst of online shopping!

By Rolf Jansson

Ivory Wedding Dresses

Ivory Wedding Dresses

It is a worldwide tradition that the brides should be in white on the wedding day. It is beyond doubt that many brides look gorgeous in stark-white dresses but those women who have fair skin complexion do not. These brides look pale and insignificant when they have white clothes on. Red-haired women also look improper and a bit weird in a traditional white dress. A great way of handling this problem for the two types of brides mentioned above is to wear an ivory wedding dress.

All the styles of traditional white gowns have an ivory wedding dress equivalent. The idea of adding a little colour to your dress but still wearing "white" on your wedding is appealing to many women. Gowns in this beautiful colour suit almost every skin tone and they do not make the ladies wearing them look washed out, nor pale.

Many women like to have quite many beauty-enhancing procedures before their special occasion. In case you have rich, dark hair and you have tanned skin, sticking to the traditional white bridal dress is a good idea. Women of colour could also only benefit from choosing a stark-white gown for the big day as the skin tones are rich and beautiful. If you are one of the types mentioned here, then you don't have to worry about looking washed out regardless of the stark white. The contrast can only make you look stunning.

However, there are many women who do not tan but get sun-burnt during the summer. These ladies are advised to go for an ivory wedding dress. The added colours will offset fair complexion whereas stark white would simply wash it away. Avoid washing off your alabaster skin by choosing an ivory bridal attire.

Red-haired ladies should also consider an ivory wedding dress. Generally, there are two kinds of redheads. The first kind is the classic red, the second - the auburn redhead. While the first has natural curls with orange-red locks, the second might look like a brunette in certain lighting. I am an auburn redhead, so the last statement concerns me.

Gothic Wedding Dresses

Gothic Wedding Dresses

This is the kind of dresses everyone loves to wear and it brings out your best. Goth as we all know takes us back to a different period of time and makes a very bold impression on people. Formal gothic dresses look good on men and women both.

Formal gothic dresses can be short and long both and can be worn on any formal occasion.

Formal gothic dresses for men are made of brocade and sometimes satin too. A habatoi silk cravat shirt with gathered sleeves and elegant cuffs make amazing formal Gothic dress for men. Traditional formal Gothic brocade trousers are the most liked by all hot men all over the years. These trousers are made out of brocade, high waist, studs on the fly and bottom of legs to make it comfortable for the feet to slide in give a very sleek and elegant look to this traditional formal Gothic dress.

A black satin shirt with long sleeves and Gothic cuff links give a very formal Gothic dress look to the man. They can double it with a sleek trouser for a complete formal Gothic look. Now lets go to the women and explore their world.

Formal Gothic dresses are worn by women as eveningwear, prom dresses, formal gowns, and weddings too. Many people are enjoying the Gothic culture be it men or women or children. A Gothic boned satin corset gown in chiffon layers can make an excellent formal Gothic dress. You can add ribbons to it and make bows out of black satin to compliment the blood red chiffon layers and can add a few Gothic symbols also.

A black corset gown with lace layers in black georgette gives a formal Gothic dress an elegant and sophisticated look, which can be complimented by a neckpiece from a traditional Gothic collection of ornaments.

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