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Every year, new and exciting style changes keep wedding dresses fresh and interesting. Once again designers have worked their special magic to make 2010 wedding gowns hotter than any we’ve seen in season’s past.

As with any type of garment, it is important to choose the right style for your body. Having said that, how do you pick the right dress while keeping with this year’s hottest trends?

Ruffles

The hottest trend in bridal wear for 2010 is by far the ruffle. Ruffles will be present in all aspects of bridal attire from the veil to the hemline.

If, however, you fall under the category of petite or full bodied, you will have to be very careful when choosing a dress with ruffles. Stay away from horizontal tiers on the dress or even on just the skirt, as this style will make you look shorter, yet wider framed. Also, ruffles along the skirt’s hemline will make you look stouter.

A good look for you this year would be a skirt with vertical ruffles or choose a style with ruffling on just the hem of the bodice or sleeves.

Both horizontal tiers and vertical ruffles look great on slim, tall and athletic figures. If you fit under this category, choose a style with ruffles on the skirt or both the bodice and skirt. You can’t go wrong with any type of ruffling as this trend was meant specifically for you.

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Crystal Beading

Crystal beading will also be a hit for 2010. Remember, petite brides have to keep the embellishment to a minimal as too much of a good thing will, in turn, drown your petite figure in too much bling. Keep it simple and select styles with minimal beading in appropriate areas, perhaps on the neckline or waistline. Less is more in this case!

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Tall brides can take the beading trend one step further than their petite counterparts by adding crystal embroidery on the bodice and skirt.

Gathered Skirts

One more trend of note for 2010 wedding dresses is folded or gathered skirts. This is an excellent way to add drama and texture to an otherwise plain skirt.

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Thankfully, with pleated, folded or gathered skirts, petite brides have as many options to play with as the taller gals. In this case, you have to play around with various styles to see how much of this trend you can carry around with you all day, as these dresses are made of heavy satin or taffeta; so the dress itself is heavy compared to the ruffles made primarily of lighter chiffon.

The 2010 wedding season is soon upon us with a variety of new trends and ideas. The wedding dress is no different. Scope out all the latest trends and have fun finding just the right one for you.

Having a white wedding can surely be a wonderful way to celebrate your love and union. This is probably why winter weddings have reached an all-time high popularity rate among many couples.

With the tough economic times of today, couples are also looking for ways to cut down on the wedding budget and most of them have discovered that holding their wedding during an off-season like winter in a far-flung destination can be a great way to save money.

But since you would want to have something different for your own winter wedding destination, you do not want to go where everyone else have gone before. To help you with this objective, here are the top ten exotic destinations for your winter wedding event.

1. Cool and Chill in the Ice Hotel in Sweden

In this hotel, which is made entirely of ice, you will find a wonderful chapel sculpted in ice, where you and your spouse-to-be can tie the knot. This venue can provide you with the unique and romantic wedding that you have always been dreaming of.

2. Unique Experience in Hotel De Glace-Quebec Canada

Another hotel made in ice, Hotel De Glace is your choice if you live in the United States and you would not want to travel to as far as Sweden. This hotel, which is located in Quebec Canada has a chapel as well as romantic rooms. It also provides wedding packages that are very affordable.

3. Quaint and Picturesque Getaways in Austria

The natural beauty of the place as well as the rich history and culture make Austria a dramatic destination for your wonderful winter wedding destination. For a more exotic adventure, consider going to the countryside of Austria and visit quaint towns like Hallstatt, which can be very stunning during the winter season as it is set along the snow-capped mountains. Salzburg is another nice place to hold your wedding that is rich in classical culture.

4. Secluded Islands in the Bahamas

Winter is not all about frost and chill. For an exciting hideaway wedding with a tropical feel, secluded islands in the Bahamas can be the perfect option. Nassau and Paradise islands are the common tourist choices in this area but Long Island, Eleuthera and Exumas are some of the world’s best-hidden island getaways perfect for the exotic couple who wants to have an extraordinary wedding.

5. Wonderful Croatia

A magical winter wedding abroad can be achieved in the exquisite Croatia, which is known to have gorgeous locations, beautiful islands, and snow-capped mountains and towns ideal for the exotic winter wedding.

6. Adventure-Filled Igloo Village in Finland

The Igloo Village is part of the Hotel Kakslauttanen in Finland. This village has a unique setting because of the replication of Igloos as cabins of the hotel. The Igloo village has 20 snow igloos, 32 rustic log cabins and 20 warm glass igloos. This place is also home to the world’s largest snow restaurant as well as an Ice Bar, Ice Chapel, and Ice Gallery.

7. Fairytale Wedding in New England

If you want to have a fairytale winter wedding, New England is the ideal place for you. North Conway in New Hampshire, Lakeville Connecticut and Waitsfield Vermont are just few of the many great locations for a winter wedding destination.

8. Amazing Chestertown in the Adirondacks

One reason why Adirondacks is a preferred option by exotic couples is because it offers free cross-country ski trails, rope tow for downhill skiing, and a tobogganing hill. A couple can tie the knot and say “I do” while skiing down the hill. How is that for interesting and memorable?

9. The Lush Paradise in Kauai, Hawaii

Aside from the Bahamas, another tropical destination that is ideal to hold a warm winter wedding celebration is in the Garden Island of Hawaii called Kauai. Sure, Waikiki, Oahu, Maui and Big Island are popular but the secret swimming holes, the mouth-dropping coastline and the exquisite waterfalls make this paradise the perfect exotic destination for couples who want to get married.

10. Sizzling Chena Hot Springs in Alaska

The Chena Hot Springs in Alaska is another exotic place that can provide a distinct and romantic venue for your exchange of vows. Dip in the wonderful warmth of the hot springs while you exchange your wedding rings.

It is true that the choices for exotic winter wedding destinations are endless but to make your decision easier, consider your personal taste, needs of your guests, proximity, budget, and the kind of activities you want to do afterwards.

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WEDDING MAKEUP

A wedding brings so many things to think about; wedding day makeup being just one of them.  The problem is that many brides do not think about this part of their big day until they are either having their wedding day makeup applied, or are applying that last touch of mascara in the limo on the way to the church!  Keep yourself from any stress by following some wedding day makeup tips and tricks.

Some brides choose to hire a makeup artist to apply their wedding day makeup.  This is a great idea because a professional will know how to apply makeup for pictures; something a non-professional may not be able to do.  Your wedding day is but one day out of your life, but it will be memorialized in pictures forever.  Having makeup that shines or produces a less than healthy hue in pictures will leave you feeling unsatisfied and downright sad.

Because you want to be sure about your wedding day makeup, have some fun before the wedding by playing with some different looks.  Have makeup applied by your makeup artist, or do it yourself if that is the route you are going to go, and then take pictures.  This will show you how your makeup will show up on film.

Once the big day arrives, there are ways to ensure that your wedding day makeup will withstand the long day.  The first thing is to make sure you are applying quality products.  Yay!  A chance to splurge on makeup!  Wedding day makeup requires certain things in order for you to look your absolute best all day long:

• A good concealer is necessary to hide any blemishes and should be applied first.

• Yellow toned foundation is necessary to offset pink tones that will come out in flash photographs.  Typical red areas are around the nose and mouth, so start applying there and work your way out.

• Once concealer and foundation have been applied, set it with a sheer finish loose powder.  This keeps your skin looking flawless all day and keeps skin from looking shiny in pictures.

• Using two shades of blush for all day glow is the best way to go.  A neutral shade on the apples of cheeks goes on first and then gets blended up into the hairline as well as downwards for softness.  Once that shade is on, apply a brighter shade over the neutral just on the apples of the cheeks.

• For long lasting wedding day lips that will even make it through that all-important first kiss as husband and wife, do more than just line lips with a pencil; fill in the entire lip and then cover with lipstick.

• Because tears can be a part of your wedding day, using water-resistant eyeliner is a must.  If the look you want calls for lining the eye with shadow, consider using a water-resistant liquid liner covered then by shadow applied with a damp eye liner brush.  Of course, this is crowned with water-resistant mascara.

• Even when applied to perfection, a wedding day can cause issues with your wedding day makeup. For this reason, every bride should be equipped with her very own makeup touch-up kit.  This should include concealer, pressed powder, lip liner, lipstick or gloss, and tissues.  Keep these nearby and you’ll be ready for anything.

You have dreamed of this moment ever since you were a child. Now that the time has finally come, of course you would want everything to be as perfect as possible. However, it is important to know that having an extraordinary wedding is not that easy, as there is a multitude of things to consider and keep in mind.

One of the foremost things that you have to take care of is the decoration of the venue of ceremony. If you and your spouse have decided to hold the wedding ceremony in a church, then you have to decorate it in such a way that it would have a unique and special touch that is distinct to your wedding. Here are some tips on how to decorate the church for your wedding day.

First Things First

• Inquire about your options – Before you do any decoration planning, you must first visit the church where you intend to get married and talk to the administrator so you will have an idea on what kinds of decoration are allowed.
• Take note of important details about the venue – Take photos of the parts of the church and jot down essential information such as dimensions of the venue, number of church pews, size of the altar, and so on. This way, decoration planning would be much easier.

The Drawing Board

• Set a budget – The budget is always a good place to start with the decoration planning, as some brides have the tendency to be carried way with the expenses. Allocate funds for different aspects of the wedding decoration such as the altar, pews, flowers, and aisle.
• Decide on a unifying theme – The motif color of your wedding should be the color guide for the decoration. You may use other colors as well but be sure that they complement the motif color. As for the style of the decoration, it is best to follow the architectural style of the church.
• Find a church decorator – For best results, you may want to consider hiring a church decorator for ideas, suggestions, and advice.

The Actual Process

• Start with the altar – The altar will be the focal point of the whole ceremony so it is best that you reserve for this part the most elaborate and most gorgeous pieces of decoration. One of the best ways to decorate the altar is to adorn it with fresh flowers and beautiful candles. Of course, be careful not to over-do it because you would not want to get married in a forest of flowers or risk a fire hazard with too many candles.
• Choose an aisle runner – The aisle runner is another important factor since this is where you would walk down. Aisle runners come in various colors but it is ideal to coordinate the color of the aisle runner to the bridal bouquet or the motif color of the wedding. You and your partner may also choose to have a custom-made aisle runner that bears your initials, your names, or your favorite love phrase. To complete the look, you can sprinkle some flower petals along the runner.
• Decorate the pews – Make the church pews look gorgeous and elegant with floral bouquets, bows, or tulle.
• Dress the other areas – For the entryway, some of your options include fresh floral arrangement, a floral wreath decoration (on the door), nice potted plants, pomander balls, tulle, and balloons. Balloons can also be used to fill up the ceiling with colors. This kind of decoration is ideal for churches with high ceilings.
• Light up the church – As for the lighting, you can use candles to create a romantic glow and dreamy atmosphere. You can also utilize LED lights, which are fantastic to use for illuminating a floral centerpiece.

Creating a memorable church wedding decoration may be challenging and demanding, but once you walk down the aisle and you see the wonderful fruits of your labor, you would know that all your efforts are worth it.

Source: http://www.mybeachfavors.com/blog/1443/tips-on-decorating-your-church-wedding/

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There is a variety of exciting wedding ideas to appeal to every type of couple. Gone are the days of a traditional wedding being the only choice because eclectic ideas are becoming the “new” tradition. As couples seek to express themselves, unusual ideas show off unique personalities and preferences.

Of course, traditional, elegant wedding ideas are still very popular. A Cinderella bride may choose to arrive at the ceremony in a horse-drawn carriage. The theme will have a fantasy feeling from yards of tulle transformed into creative bows and embellishments. Often country clubs with rolling lawns or a luxurious restaurant are venues chosen for a princess wedding. A fairy tale castle cake topper sits regally atop the multi-tiered wedding cake, waiting for the bride and groom to cut it with an elegant cake serving set.

Many celebrities are choosing destination weddings in exotic tropical locations. More couples are planning information, intimate weddings in the Caribbean, Hawaii and other famous warm weather beach areas. The gathering is smaller and the couple can be informal and relaxed, exchanging vows with the sun overhead and the sand between their toes. Wedding ideas for destination marriages include starfish and seashells on all the accessories to bring the beach to every aspect of the day. Give out goodies in mini beach bags as favors for the all the guests.

Wedding ideas are also based on the different seasons. Each season has its own beauty, which is captured by using similarly themed decorations and accessories. Autumn is a lovely tie to have a wedding with a backdrop of colorful leaves. The weather is still pleasant and often couples can get great deals on fall weddings. Autumn splendor accents featuring fall leaves express the essence of the season.

Spring weddings celebrate your new love during the season of new life. The flowers, warmer weather and possibility of summer have everyone in a happy mood. Your spring wedding can include a butterfly release after you exchange your vows. Live butterflies are released into the spring afternoon. Have a garden reception with butterfly decorations and accents. From your toasting set to your cake topper, butterflies should embellish all the decorative elements of your wedding day for a uniform theme.

Winter weddings have a magic all their own with the icy weather, possibility of snowfall and holiday season. Create a winter wonderland with snowflake accessories. Hang snowflakes from the ceiling at the reception. Using a toasting set with snowflakes for a wintry mood. Have the reception at a ski lodge or manor house where guests can look out the window at the snowy ground. Create a comforting ambiance with luminaries at the reception tables and a fireplace with a real fire burning.

Flowers are part of most wedding ideas. Calla lilies are traditional blooms used in weddings along with roses and orchids. Use silk flowers to create lasting centerpieces and bouquets without any fragrance to irritate sensitive people.

Other ideas include your favorite styles and music. A western wedding is a fun way to bring guests of all ages together. Give out cowboy hats to everyone to get them in the spirit of a country wedding. Have a square dance caller to get the crowd moving. Fill glass cylinders shaped like Western boots with candies, nuts and mints on all the reception tables. Use a western themed guest book with a fancy pen for your guests to sign.

Ethnic wedding ideas express heritage or simply décor you and your groom appreciate. A Celtic wedding brings the joy of this lively heritage to any reception. Include Celtic themed accessories for an upbeat feeling. An Oriental theme is both exotic and romantic. Give fans out to your guests and display place cards in silver plated fortune cookies to create an Asian atmosphere.

There are literally hundreds of different ideas to choose from. Discuss your thoughts with your groom, family, maid of honor and friends to see which ones sound the best. Review websites and read magazines to get new wedding ideas. Create fresh ideas of your own for a very original day based on your own unique theme.

One of the most popular wedding favors during any season or in any country are candles. These are vastly popular as they are easily accessible, widely varied in design, style and color, suit all four seasons of the year and visually appealing. The increased interest in aromatherapy, and alternative relaxation techniques have also contributed to the popularity of candle keepsakes, especially scented ones. They are also considered romantic gifts during weddings.

- Religious themes. Keepsakes with a theme that is religious often carry crosses on them. Other equally religious signs like the upside down cross or spellings of religious words or name like “Allah” or “Jesus” can also be endeavored.

- Romantic themes. Some candles are designed with romance in mind. These would carry heart shapes on them which are either carved into their waxy surface or imprinted on them. Other romantic designs are candles that are shaped into wedding gowns or have the word “L-O-V-E” spelt out on them. They are also often white, ivory or silver in color or in any one solid color as candles with only one color are deemed more romantic than those that are not.

- Humorous themes. Other candles are meant to put a smile on your face and lighten the occasion. These are normally more brightly colored and the color chosen would be less somber ones like neon green, bright red or multicolored. They would also be made into humorous shapes like the frog prince, ice-cream sundae, coffee cup, teapot or even Cupid.

- Royalty themes. These are candle wedding favors that are shaped to look like carriages, crowns or tiaras. Often, candle favors like these are silver, ivory or richly colored with gold or silver flecks on them to look equally luxurious.

- Zodiac or personality themes. Candle tokens that carry the zodiac or personality themes are often color-coded to showcase the difference between each time of personality or zodiac. A more tranquil and airy personality like Aries, for instance, would most probably be candle favors that are lavender in color and scent. Other ways of color coding your candles to each personality would be to follow the color of each zodiac’s birthstone. Capricorn birthstone – turquoise – for instance, could be the color for the candle favor. These often come as tea light candles which have an appropriate scent.

- Votives are extremely popular as candle favor casings as they match their designs perfectly in both color and design. Votives also help to cut down on the cost of actually ordering your candles in a specific shape – ordering heart-shaped candles, for example, may cost more than having normal round candles in a votive with a heart shape design on its outside. Votives can be made of ceramic or glass (clear or frosted). Frosted glass seems to be more popular as they give the illusion of being more expensive than they really are. For added beauty, these votives can be decorated with colored rhinestones or crystals with some glitter for some shimmer effect.

- Gift box sets are also popular for candle keepsakes that need to be given out in pairs. These box sets can be made into shapes that fit the wedding theme like coffee cups, soap holders, lanterns, bamboo huts or cake stands (with the candle as the cake). Just like the votive, these also cut down on your need to order specially designed candle wedding favors while allowing your guests to keep their box sets for their own candle of preference.

- Conventional candle holders are another way of encasing the candle favors. To enhance their look, the holders can be made of glass or high quality plastic. To fit your wedding theme, you can have these holders molded to specific shapes like teapots, sea shells, sailboats, heart shapes, beach pails, toasting flute or any other object that fits.

The size of candle wedding favors varies from event to event. How big or small the candle table gift is should be determined by its design and intended use. Is it supposed to be a tea light candle or a centerpiece candle? Tea light candles are naturally small and light while centerpiece candles are larger and short. Do remember as well that candle wedding favors, particularly scented ones, also tend to be more decorative than practical items – most are used as air fresheners in bathrooms and wardrobes and almost never lit.