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What to Wear to a Wedding

29 Jul

When you are invited to a wedding you will of course want to dress stylishly – but also appropriately, so that you fit in with the couple’s vision for the day and don’t cause any offence. However, it can sometimes be challenging to know what you should wear when attending a wedding. You want to look very smart and put together, but it’s important not to upstage the wedding dress or bridesmaid dresses with your outfit. Some invitations will spell out or give you hints about the theme or dress code of the wedding; if not, check out this guide from Hong Kong wedding planner Elle Chui to help you decide.

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How to Survive a Destination Wedding

28 May

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Considering a destination wedding, and want to know what you might be in for? Recent bride Norah Martin guest blogs with tips from her first-hand experience of how to stay sane – and thrive! – during your destination wedding planning experience.

After all the excitement of getting engaged dies down, the big question that you (and others) will ask: where and when are you to get married? With millions of options available, having some clear ideas in mind is essential. Personally, my fiancé and I always knew we wanted to get married on a beach, all we had to do was choose one. We settled on Bora Bora, and slowly started planning our own destination wedding. Continue reading

How to Organize a Destination Wedding

5 Mar

Athens_wedding_greece1-710x473Considering a destination wedding for your big day? Wedding In Greece guest blogs this week with tips on how to plan out a special day that’s in an exciting location far from your home base.

If you like adventure and you seek to get an experience out of every occasion, then, when it comes to your wedding, you have to think about the perfect destination. A destination wedding would offer you a great experience and a memorable time!

However, before you hurry to book your tickets, here are some pieces of advice you should take into consideration. A destination wedding should be organized in every detail so you can enjoy it to the utmost. Continue reading

How to Save Big on Your Engagement Ring

28 Jan

Proposal(feature) (2)Planning to pop the question, and looking to get the most bang for your buck from your engagement ring purchase? This week, jewelry retailer Four Mine – based in New York – contributes with their expertise on how shop for your dream engagement ring, and get the most out of your purchase.

Finding that perfect ring to encapsulate your love can be a daunting task. From selecting the right style, to ensuring that you get the most value for your money, there are many details to perfect. However, if you keep the following tips in mind, you can get the ideal ring that will represent your love for a lifetime and won’t break your bank. Continue reading

5 Reasons Not to Propose with Friends & Family

26 Dec

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Wondering whether to keep your proposal a private affair or make it a public event? Ed Bush from Barmakian Jewelers in Boston guest blogs this week with advice on why an audience of your friends and family might not be the best idea for you.

The moment you get engaged is one of the most important ones in your life.  If all goes well, you’ll be recounting this story several times over for the rest of your foreseeable days. Continue reading