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The Ultimate Guide to Rehearsal Dinners

Typically, it is up to the groom’s family to plan and pay for the rehearsal dinner. Because the bride and her family will be mostly consumed with the wedding planning process, this is normally planned by the mother of the groom.

Some brides do not see the rehearsal dinner as an important part of the wedding. However, this is a great time to celebrate with the wedding party and to enjoy each other’s company before the big day. You will also need the time to practice for your wedding as well.

Budget

The first thing that must be decided when planning a rehearsal dinner is the budget that you have to work with. This will help to guide the remainder of the planning process. Usually, the more people that are planning to attend the rehearsal dinner, the larger your budget will need to be, so make sure that you have a guest list in mind when planning the rehearsal dinner.

Theme

Some decide that a theme is necessary for the wedding rehearsal, but this is not a requirement. If you are choosing a theme, you should select one that works with the wedding, but does not overshadow it. It may be helpful if you talk the theme over with the bride, because she may prefer something that completely contrasts with the theme of her wedding.

Venue

Next, you should select a venue. Sometimes, the best place to have the rehearsal dinner is at the wedding venue because this will make it easier for practicing purposes. However, many people also choose a location that is separate from the wedding planning process in order to make the rehearsal dinner special and unique. You may even make the decision to simply rent a special room at a local restaurant as well, but remember to plan ahead if this is the case.

Food

Finally, you should decide what food will work the best for the dinner. You will probably want to talk this over with the bride so that you can make sure that the food you select will be something that she enjoys. Choosing a restaurant is a simple process because you will not need to worry with preparing food or having it brought in. However, if you choose to cater the event or prepare the food yourself, make sure that you have plenty for everyone and that there are plenty of dishes and serving utensils available.

Conclusion

The rehearsal dinner can be a fun event to be enjoyed by the entire wedding party. If you are planning a rehearsal dinner, be sure to consider the items above when you are going through the planning process. By planning ahead and developing a to do list, you will be able to eliminate much of the stress that is normally associated with rehearsal dinner planning

Don’t forget to stop by Best for Bride for all of your wedding day needs. They will be able to help you select the perfect attire for the wedding day and even a special dress to wear for the rehearsal dinner.

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Pretty in Pink: Beautiful Pink Wedding Dresses

The white wedding dress is not the only option for today’s brides. While some brides prefer to select a colored gown for a second wedding, even first-time brides are choosing colored wedding dresses. Pink wedding dresses can be entirely pink or have pink accents on a white or silvery gray dress. They can be stunning and romantic. Before selecting the white wedding dress, consider a beautiful pink wedding dress.

Mori Lee is a designer who has a wedding dress available in a subtle pink blush color. The skirt of the wedding gown is pink tulle with lace appliqués and hand-cut petals. Among the Jasmine bridal dresses is a misty pink satin gown with a jeweled embroidered bodice and tiffany train. Sophia Tolli has a romantic lace ball gown wedding dress in vintage rose color. A unique feature of this dress is the black embroidery that is reminiscent of antique lace. Another Sophia Tolli wedding dress has beautiful rose embroidery.

Alfred Angelo has some wedding dresses with soft pink underlay behind the lace skirts. These dresses are part of the Alfred Angelo Modern Vintage collection. In the Alfred Angelo Disney Bridal Dress collection, elegant pink is a warming touch to several of the designs. A Sleeping Beauty inspired dress has soft pink tulle in the skirt and handmade rose at the bottom of the bodice. Another Sleeping Beauty wedding dress has a collection of small pink roses at the bodice. These pink satin flowers are sweet and romantic.

Beautiful Brides Plus has designed some gorgeous pink wedding dresses. Some of their pink dresses are entirely a soft pink with wonderful embroidery and lace details. Beautiful Brides Plus makes wedding dresses in regular and plus sizes.

There are many ways to include pink in the bride’s appearance on that special day. Brides who want the traditional white wedding gown but also want that romantic pink also can have a custom made wedding dress with pink accents. Some brides like the all-white dress with pink roses in their bouquet. The bride also could have touches of pink in her wedding jewelry or a small pink rose in her hair.

Not all pink wedding gowns are examples in elegance. Sadly, some look like the bride rolled in Pepto-Bismal or is covered in bright pink and fuchsia streamers and gaudy satin flowers. There are some gorgeous bold pink wedding dresses. Some designers have made some gorgeous bold pink dresses that look celebratory. However, many less successful designs look like a prom dress gone wrong.

Many modern designers are experimenting with pink. Alan Hannah created a fabulous blush gown in their 2015 wedding dress collection. It is a strapless gown with a blush silk organza skirt. The bodice is a unique hand-painted silk of a matching pink floral design.

For more tips for selecting the perfect wedding dress, visit the blog at Best for Bride. You will find some helpful advice on everything from engagement photos to thank you notes.

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Prepare for your wedding dress appointment: 5 Things to take along

Wedding dress shopping is exciting and finding the right wedding dress is something every bride eagerly looks forward to. However, before you begin wedding shopping, you need to do some research.

This will help you shortlist the desired silhouettes, dress patterns, fabric choices and most importantly, allow you to fix your budget. Once you have a good picture of what you want and what you don’t, you are set to go shopping. Call up the bridal boutique and fix your appointment, rope in your best friends to accompany you, and get set to attend your appointment.

Now, do you just walk in on the day of your appointment? Not quite. It isn’t a good idea to simply go for your appointment without a few essential items. Let us look at what these are.

Photos for inspiration

You may have seen a fabulous gown in a magazine or on the internet, that you are dying to try. Print out a picture, and better still take down the dress number and other information pertaining to the gown. This will allow your bridal consultant to locate that dress for you. When possible, inform the boutique of the dresses that you would like to check out, when you fix your appointment. This way, it is likely they will have it in their inventory in time for your appointment.

If your vision of “the dress” includes bits and pieces from various other gowns, take prints of all these gowns along, and share your ideas with your consultant. She will be able to help you find one that matches your expectations.

Suitable inner wear

A strapless bra is absolutely necessary for your bridal appointment, since it is the only one that works with strapless gowns, spaghetti straps, deep cut necklines or halter style dresses. Without this, you may not be able to visualize the actual look of the gown. If you will be wearing inner shape-wear on your big day, make sure you take this along as well.

A camera

Looking at yourself in the mirror is not good enough. Snap a few pictures on a camera or your phone and look at it to understand how you actually look from different angles, before you finalize your dress.

Shoes

Although you may not have your wedding shoes yet, it is a good idea to wear shoes with the same heel height that you will be wearing to your wedding. This will allow you to see how the dress falls, and determine the length to which the hemline should be altered.

Heirlooms, accessories and hairstyle

Will you be wearing a family heirloom such as a veil or a headpiece? Or perhaps, you have already decided on the jewelry that you will be wearing on your wedding day. If so, bring these along, so you can decide whether it goes well with the dress you chose, or you have to continue looking. Also wear a hairstyle similar to what you will don on your wedding day, so you can see if a dress matches your look.

With these essential things in hand, you are all set for your wedding dress shopping. So, get ready to have the best time shopping. Check out our wedding dress collection for inspiration, and fix your appointment with Best for Bride to have the best wedding shopping experience ever.

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A Guide to Choosing The Right Sleeve Length for Your Wedding Gown

Wedding dresses come in all sizes, shapes and patterns. To choose a suitable wedding dress, there are several factors that the bride has to pay attention to. One of these is the sleeve length. The right size determines your wedding day look and helps you feel comfortable and confident.

Additionally, the sleeve length suggests whether a dress suits the type of wedding you have planned. For example, strapless gowns are not usually modest enough for traditional church weddings.

Let us now look at the various types of sleeves that wedding dresses feature and what characterizes them.