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How to Pick Your Wedding Date

Are you recently engaged? I’m sure the first thing many people ask when they see your ring is, ‘when is the wedding?’ and you may not have an answer. But that’s perfectly alright! Many couples do not settle on a date immediately, and many things can factor in to picking the right date, from what kind of wedding you want, to who will be attending, where it will be held and possibly most important of all, the cost. So how do you pick the wedding date that’s right for you?

Think About Your Wedding Location

Is your reception hall cheaper in the spring than it is the summer? Do they offer discounts in the winter months? If it’s an outdoor wedding, you’ll have to of course consider weather as a factor. It’s always good to have a “Plan B” in case of bad weather. Is this a destination wedding? The general rule of thumb is make sure your invites go out at least three months in advance (provided you’ve already sent a ‘Save the Date’ card).

Cost

It’s true that weddings can be very expensive, but if you pick the right date (for example: a Friday instead of a Saturday), you may be able to get things like your reception location, transportation and accommodation for a little bit cheaper. Be mindful of your guests though if you are picking a non-traditional day in the week to hold your ceremony and reception, as some may need to leave work early or may only be able to attend the reception.

Pick A Date Special to You

Many couples pick a date around when they first started dating, or a year anniversary after their engagement. Some others tend to choose ‘lucky dates’ (like those who went to Vegas to get married on 7/7/2007 for example) but it’s completely up to you what date suits you best.

Consider Other Events

If your wedding is around a holiday or a major event your friends and family usually attend, make sure to take that into consideration. Never be afraid to ask your bridal party or family their input so there will not be any conflicts.

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Planning your Wedding Cake

One of the most remarkable moments in any wedding ceremony is when the new couple gets to cut the cake in front of their family members and friends. It is therefore very important for both the bride and groom to ensure they have the best cake that is special and personalized to create a long lasting romantic memory in their lives. The wedding cake usually sits beautifully throughout the ceremony and all invited persons will be gazing as the newly wedded couple cuts their fast slice.

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It is very common when choosing your wedding cake to correspond it up with the theme or style of your wedding. While some couples go for traditional wedding cakes, others are more adventurous and hence go for a very unique cake or even cupcakes which are easier to distribute. The value of each wedding cake varies depending on the amount of hours spent in designing them and the value of ingredients used As such, you will have to bring your financial status into perspective to ensure that you are able to have a remarkable and affordable wedding ceremony.

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It is always important to hire your wedding cake in advance to ensure that last minute rush that can have undesirable effects on your D-day’s. In most cases, the designer brings the cake to the designated wedding venue on the day of the ceremony and sets up appropriately. However, if you decide to bake your own cake or buy it from a supermarket, you can opt to have it brought to the venue on the morning of the wedding or on the day before so that it can be set up by the staff.

It is very economical and fun to bake our own wedding cake but you need to have the necessary skills required to ensure that you don’t mess up. Not only will you have the chance of considering your style, but also get to decide on what to go for as a filling. Some of the most common fillings that accompany most wedding cakes include chocolate, sponge, carrot, vanilla or cheesecake.

Your weeding can even be more entertaining and beautiful if you decide to have a wide variety of fillings for the guest. This gives them an opportunity of having their favorite flavors and fillings hence enjoying the event even more You can inspire your wedding cake ideas by searching various wedding sites on the internet to get meaning information that will make your ceremony more intriguing.

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Walking Down the Aisle

After the wedding anticipation, excitement and months of planning, the Day finally comes. You might think you’ve got everything covered but there is one last think you need to consider… walking down the aisle. This is perhaps the most important part of the ceremony and, not to make you more nervous, the part, when all eyes will be glued to you. That’s why you need to make it right.

How to hold the bouquet

The answer is: lower than you think! Experts’ advice is to hold it closer to your lady parts, rather than your chest – this makes you look more elegant and sophisticated. Bonus tip: create a diamond shape between the arms and the body.

Escort’s role

Your escort needs to lock arms with you, not the other way around. This will allow you to hold the bouquet in the right position.

Walking

The walking part seems the easiest, but might prove a real challenge, when it comes to it. Try to walk as you normally do, just a little bit slower. Keep your shoulders back and loosen up – don’t look stiff! Consult the music, as you walk – especially if it’s medium-paced. If it’s too slow for you, you can increase the pace, just don’t make your trip down the aisle longer than the whole ceremony!

What about the guests

Smile, as you walk! After all, this is the most important day of your life – show your guests how happy are you and how much you appreciate them coming to see you. Don’t just stare ahead, as it will make you look like a robot. Look around and find those friendly faces that always gave you comfort and smile.

A bonus tip: you can practice the walk before actually doing it – it’ll make you calmer during the ceremony!

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5 Reasons for Newlyweds to Adopt Healthy Habits After The Wedding Day

5 Reasons for Newlyweds to Adopt Healthy Habits After The Wedding Day

It’s no secret that good nutrition and lifestyle habits are important to living a long and healthy life. We often make New Year’s resolutions or “I’ll start on Monday” goals, but lack the motivation to begin or maintain the changes.

However, as you make the transition into married life, it is more important than ever to adopt healthy habits. Here are 5 reasons why:

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