Wedding Guide 2008

Tuxedos of Lodi provides local, customized service

As a special bonus for attending and registering your wedding with Tuxedos of Lodi on the day of the Bridal Faire, we are offering all wedding parties with seven or more complete tuxedo rentals two free tuxedo rentals and wedding parties of four or more with one free tuxedo rental. The free tuxedos can be given to the groom, father of the bride, or applied as a discount to the entire wedding party so everyone saves money. More of this story...

Wedding invitations help set tone of the wedding

Whether it's the bride's dress, the decorations or ceremony setting, many factors enter in to set the tone for a wedding. From the ink color, type of paper to the type of lettering, nothing sets the tone more than the invitations. More of this story...

There's more to being a bridesmaid than wearing the attire

Most women think it can't happen to them. They live in sweet denial. But we've all seen it happen, and it's time someone blew the lid off this dirty little secret. More of this story...

How to create a customized wedding

More so than ever before, soon-to-be-wed couples are establishing their own traditions by looking for ways to impart a custom feel to their weddings — without breaking the bank. Weddings have a tendency to be contagious, and chances are you've already been invited to a number of them this year. After a while the same traditions can become tedious and routine. If you are planning your own wedding, you may be competing with others you know for unique ideas. More of this story...

Discussing finances an important first step for newlyweds

With wedding costs getting higher each year, much of a bride and groom's pre-wedding focus is on finances. But as any newlywed knows, the focus on finances isn't lifted once the walk down the aisle is complete and the honeymoon is over. More of this story...

Carefree, honeymoon hair leaves more time for relaxing

Aruba, Jamaica, Bermuda, Bahamas … these tropical paradises are some of the top honeymoon destinations for couples. Chances are, where there is soft, sandy beaches, palm trees swaying, and lush foliage, you'll find newlyweds basking in the sun. More of this story...

Secrets to honeymoon planning

It seems as though with the Internet and its many travel Web sites there would be no need to have an actual person book your travel. Surprisingly, however, more and more people are going back to using travel agents for at least some of their travel needs. More of this story...

Get the wedding 'do' you really want

We've all heard the hair horror stories. Trusting bride submits to highly recommended hairstylist, only to leave the salon on her wedding day with a hairdo that resembles a basket of brioche. Or, the glamorous updo that looked so photo-worthy indoors promptly flops in the middle of the seaside ceremony. How can you make sure that your hair is as dreamy as your dress, bouquet and bling-bling ring on the big day? "It takes a village," laughs Damien Carney, international artistic director for JOICO. "But with some forethought and collaboration with your hairdresser, it's possible to have the hairstyle you love on your wedding day." More of this story...

What will your wedding cost?

According to The Knot, an online resource for all things nuptial, the average cost of a wedding is $22,000. However, depending on the region of country, the bride and groom can expect to spend far more or even a lot less than that. Some interesting tidbits gathered in a survey of bridal consultants across the country conducted by The Knot: More of this story...

Beyond the Bliss:

Get to know your spouse before you tie the knot More of this story...

• Bridal party gifts with a personal touch

• Unveiling the story of bridal veils

• Get personal when gifting

• Here comes the ... wine

• Pots and Pans for Keeps

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