The Wedding Cake

A wedding cake can be as simple or as extravagant as you like and accordingly can be relatively inexpensive or enough to break the bank.

The reason wedding cakes are often so expensive is due to the intricate work that is involved and the many hours of labor that are required to create the decorations.

For some people this is an expense that they feel is unnecessary and a simple cake or alternative form of 'symbolic food' such as a favorite dessert or something similar can be used.

More often than not however people prefer a traditional wedding cake and in keeping with the rest of the theme of the wedding it is generally decorated in colors similar to those of the flowers and any other decorations at the reception.

Certainly by reducing the size of the wedding cake it can help to keep the costs down and also by keeping the cake less intricate in its decorations you can save yourself a lot of money.

You can also use your flower arrangements or other forms of decoration that are more cost-effective to enhance the look of the wedding cake and keep the cake itself relatively plain and simple.

It really is a case of weighing up the expense with the importance that you put on the style of cake that you prefer and whether you can save money elsewhere to get the cake you desire.

Once again do your research and get some prices from various different suppliers of wedding cakes and also consider asking your friends and family if they know anybody who does cake decorating as many people do it for a hobby and will be only too willing to help out on the special occasion.

Often you can get somebody to create your cake for the cost of the materials alone and this can be their gift to you for your wedding rather than paying for something else.

One important thing that you must remember however is to check their work to see if it is up to a standard that you would be happy to have at your wedding and don't feel obliged to use their services if you aren’t satisfied.

Save Money On Your Wedding Dress!

If you don't want to spend a lot on your wedding dress read on...

Many couples are on a budget. There are so many aspects to planning and hosting a wedding. You want to make sure that you'll have enough money for everything. This article will show you how and where to save money on unique wedding dresses. 

Tip #1 Consider using your mothers wedding dress. What better way is there to not only save money, but to also make your wedding day even more special. Your mother would be honored and awed that you would want to use her dress. Talk to your mother about the possibility of using her gown before you decide to go out and spend a lot on a new one. All you'll have to pay for are alterations, if needed.

Tip #2 Bridal stores will usually have clearance racks, and gowns that are on sale. Even the fanciest bridal boutique knows that most brides to be cannot spend a fortune. Ask the sales representative to show you wedding dress styles that cost less. You may even be able to find Vera Wang wedding dresses discounted.

Tip #3 Dresses that can be used as wedding dresses can be found on sale and on clearance at department stores. If you are looking for a wedding dress that is a little less formal definitely check your local department stores.

Tip #4 Wedding dresses can often be found online for a fraction of the cost. Check online web-stores and auctions. Do an internet search for "cheap" or "low cost" wedding dresses. You could also used the words "discounted", or "clearance".

Once you have an exact idea of what you are looking for, and where to look you will be able to find the perfect wedding dress for your special day. I wish you luck and long lasting happiness! :-)

Creative Idea - Monogram Wedding Cake Toppers

Monograms have been used for years to personalize things. They are often used on stationary, and clothing, but they aren't just for clothes and paper, either. Many couples used monogram wedding cake toppers to make their wedding cake and wedding day memorable.

Monogram toppers are a more personalized alternative to the traditional plastic bride and groom that most couples use. Your wedding cake shouldn't be typical or standard, it should be unique and should represent who you are and who you are becoming. This is an idea that allows you to have both of your names or initials on your cake.

These types of cake toppers are made from all sorts of different materials. Some are made from crystal, others from ceramic, metal, or plastic. Custom materials can also be used at your request. You will be able to browse through the various lettering sizes and styles, materials, and color options. You can create a monogram according to what you want. The monogram you choose can have as many or as few letters as you wish. They are available in many different colors, shapes and sizes. It can be quite fancy, or simple. The choice is up to you.

You can find them at most wedding supply stores, or wherever wedding accessories are sold. They vary in price. Some cost more, some cost a little less. A price can not be put on making your wedding cake your own. It should be personalized in a way that makes it special, and yours alone. They are often priced according to material they are made from, and according to how many letters they contain.

Every little detail matters when it comes to your planning and hosting your wedding day. Nothing should be overlooked. This idea just might be that one small little detail that makes your wedding truly unique and memorable. 

Wedding Dress - Extension Of Your Personality

One of the highlights of your wedding should be choosing the dress that you intend to wear and this should not be influenced by any outside factors or other people.

You shouldn't feel pressured whatsoever into wearing any specific style of wedding dress.

This is a time when you can express yourself in a manner that you can remember for the rest of your life.

Just as you have chosen your partner you should find a dress that you love and that you feel good wearing.

It is wise to get the advice of people who have some idea of dress sense and can help you choose a dress that is not only gorgeous but flattering for your particular body shape.

A dress that suits you will also make you feel a lot more comfortable

Getting professional help even in the form of a beauty consultation can make a huge difference to the way that you look on your wedding day and it is well worth investing some time and money on this aspect of your wedding even if you have to save money elsewhere and reduce costs on other aspects of the wedding plans.

The bride is the center of attention on the wedding day and it is more important than other factors such as the reception and decorations.

Getting in good shape and improving your nutrition in advance of your big day can also help you look a lot healthier and happier and help you to maintain a glowing look throughout the course of the day.

It can be a very tiring day with all the fuss and bustle so being in shape and well rested before the big event will make life a lot easier. Don’t stress out if you feel you aren’t in the shape that you would prefer to be in as that will just have a detrimental affect on the occasion – Just do the best you can in the time you have and then enjoy every moment of it without further concern.

Invite Your Guests! :-)

Sorting out your wedding invitations can be a stressful time for many people as it becomes difficult to decide who should and who shouldn't come to your wedding.

These decisions are often determined by your finances where it is just not practical to invite everybody you would like to come to your wedding and obviously this causes concern over whether you will be offending people by not inviting them.

The reality of the matter is there are only a limited number of people that you will be able to invite and they should be your friends and family that are closest to you.

These are the people who you associate with throughout the year rather than those you feel obliged to invite whether you have seen them in the last 12 months not.

You have to realize that this is your day and you want to celebrate it with those people whom you care about the most and who you believe should be there to share this special occasion.

When you look back on your wedding in the years to come it is nice to think that the people who you wanted to be there were there for you.

Throughout your life people come and go but those who are special to you at the time of your wedding are the ones that you need to consider adding to your invitation list.

Plan your list like any other aspect of the wedding by writing a comprehensive list of everybody who you would consider coming.

Then you need to take into account the expense of having those people and start reducing the list accordingly until you have your final decision that you feel happiest with.

If you and your future husband are happy with the final outcome then that is all that really matters. :-)