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Wedding Poll: Wedding Favors

poll by Buffalo Brides | posted on May 04, 2012 at 9:23am

With so many different choices, it can be hard to settle on what type of favor to thank your guests with. What type of favor will you, or did you, give at your wedding? Weigh in in this week’s wedding poll!

Decor & Favors

Picking Your Palette

article by Anna Sachse - CTW Features | posted on April 04, 2012 at 7:00am

Want a dreamy, romantic vibe for your upcoming I Do’s? Consider a palette of pale pink and champagne. Just want to have fun? Go for bold pairings of vibrant hues, such as cherry red and aqua. The key thing to keep in mind: the colors you choose will help set the tone for your soirée. If you’re looking for inspiration, Matthew Robbins, author of “Matthew Robbins’ Inspired Weddings”…

Decor & Favors

Wedding DIY: The Weekend Project

article by Anna Sachse - CTW Features | posted on March 31, 2012 at 7:00am

There’s never been a better time to be a DIY bride. All it takes is a few store-bought items and a little time and even the most undomestic diva can be on her way to crafting creative, stylish décor and accessories for her wedding. Just follow the expert tips below. Hair Accessories Want to wear a fun headpiece in addition to – or instead of – of a veil? Two experts at the DIY magazine…

Wedding Planners

Sew Pretty

article by Anna Sachse - CTW Features | posted on March 15, 2012 at 7:00am

DIY wedding projects don’t just save piles of pennies – they also can add heaps of flair and character to your festivities. “All you need to do is to start in good time,” says Mette Morgan, co-founder and editor of DIYWedding.org. Here, Morgan shares two of her favorite sewing projects that require minimal skill but have maximum impact. Table Runners This project begins begin by…

Wedding Planners

Man Up

article by Anna Sachse - CTW Features | posted on March 03, 2012 at 7:00am

So, you want a wedding that’s just as much his as yours, but you don’t exactly relish the notion of all the men off in a dudes-only corner playing Xbox. Nevermind the fact that “man cave” was just included in Lake Superior State University’s annual “List of Words Banished from the Queen’s English for Misuse, Overuse and General Uselessness,” weddings are for celebrating, not…

Wedding Planners

‘Tango’ Time

article by Ephraim Tucho - CTW Features | posted on February 02, 2012 at 7:00am

For bride looking to jump-start their wedding look, orange is in for 2012. Pantone, the global color authority recently selected Tangerine Tango as its Color of the Year for 2012. The color is said to provide an energy boost that allows us to refresh and push forward. It is dynamic in its nature and diverse in its use. “Sophisticated but at the same time dramatic and seductive, Tangerine…

Veils, Shoes & Accessories

Wedding Wonderlands

article by Catherine Phelan - CTW Features | posted on November 24, 2011 at 8:00am

Winter weddings can be magical affairs with reception venues turned into glittery fantasy lands and snowy landscapes providing the ultimate romantic setting. If you’re tying the knot in a cold-weather locale, here are the trends you’ll want to know. Gowns and Accessories “For a winter gown, look for fabrics in satin, Mikado and denser laces to provide a bit of extra warmth without…

Flowers

Everyday Exotic

article by Anna Sachse - CTW Features | posted on November 14, 2011 at 8:00am

Want chic wedding flowers on the cheap? It’s easier than you might think - the trick is using color and structure to turn affordable, familiar blooms into sophisticated, exotic arrangements. “Color is always one of the best ways to set a mood and make a statement,” says Hailey Bernstein, owner of Portland, Ore.-based Zest Floral + Event Design. “In unexpected or rare shades, even some of the most…

Invitations & Stationary

Please Be Seated

article by Anna Sachse - CTW Features | posted on September 21, 2011 at 10:37am

Save money and space or simply add memorable oomph to your décor with these six expert ideas for creative escort cards and place cards. The ‘Double-Take’ Have your escort cards or place cards do double duty as favors, advises Tara Wilson. Dallas/Fort Worth area event designer and entertaining expert. Although this technique works for a whole host of novelty or useful items from mini…

Decor & Favors

Do Them a Favor

article by Mirielle Cailles - CTW Features | posted on September 19, 2011 at 10:36am

While cocktail glasses and candles may be great wedding favors for your more mature friends, they may be a little too grown-up for your not-so-grown-up guests. To add a little more fun to your favor list, take a look at these big ideas for your little ones. From candy rings to cameras, these are sure to add a more playful side to your wedding day. Mini-Piggy Banks With this economy, it’s…

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