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4 Four hot engagement rings

6 Past meets present

7 Center of attention

8 Contemporary weddings

10 What Boulder brides are buying

12 Colors to flatter all bridesmaids

14 Eco-friendly wedding ideas

15 The Unbridled bride: The royal treatment

18 Creative ways to ask bridesmaids20 Save wedding cost: custom centerpieces

23 How to give a wedding toast

24 Planning the perfect reception

26 Nontraditional wedding sites

28 Tailor flavors to colors with cupcakes

30 Preserve the moment

31 Eight wedding invitation ideas

33 Top invite questions answered

33 Five gifts to repay bridesmaids for work

34 Five people you need to thank

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Engagement Rings: Four hot engagement ring trends

By McClatchy-Tribune Information Services

Localized by Judy Finman, Daily Camera

Are you engagement ring shopping

sometime soon? As if picking out

the perfect engagement ring weren’talready nerve-racking enough, read up on the

four hot ring trends that will make narrowing

down your pick that much harder.

Geometric shapesTake a trip back to high-school math

class. Remember all those fun shapes you

encountered while you were trying to learn

your points from your intersections? They’re

back! Many of today’s hottest rings are all

about geometry. Pears, ovals, marquise, and

even heart-shaped diamonds make for an

architectural engagement ring that’s both eye-catching and unique.

“A round brilliant diamond is by far the

most popular shape, but other geometrical

shapes are certainly in demand,” says Gail

Hogsett of Walters & Hogsett Fine Jewelers

in Boulder. “The ‘Dream Diamond’ by Hearts

On Fire, a square-shape diamond with cut

corners, has facets similar to their round

diamond, which results in an amazing display

of light.”

Custom ring designsBrides are all about personalizing

their wedding days, and in 2010, they’recustomizing their engagement rings too. In

fact, nearly 70 percent of brides get involved

in the ring selection process. There’s been

an increase in special orders for brides who

want to combine all of the design elements

they love into one picture-perfect ring. When

you’re ring shopping, ask to see different

diamond shapes and sizes; then, show the

jeweler what kind of band you’d like designed.

Today, about a third of engagement rings are

custom-designed, so you’ll be right in the mix!

And don’t worry; the jeweler will work with

you.

“The beauty of custom design is being ableto create unique wedding jewelry to fit your

distinctive taste and individual lifestyle,” says

Hogsett. “Our master goldsmith can sculpt

your design in wax and fabricate it the metal

and color of your choice. Also, many leading

wedding lines now offer computer-aided

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the couple to create individual

rings.”

Gold and rose-gold

bandsWhite metals, like platinum,

will always be popular with

brides, but gold bands are

making a big comeback this

year. This is partly thanks to the

reemergence of retro-inspiredelements in pop culture that have

become a hit with brides. Rose-

gold settings are ideal for the

vintage-loving bride looking for

a ring with a more nostalgic feel.

Gold can also be a more budget-

friendly option, depending on

the market price.

“We notice yellow gold

beginning to come back,” says

Darline Brown, owner of The

Little Jewel in Boulder. “Because

of the price of gold going up,people want the look of gold.”

Hogsett adds, “From the

simplicity of a plain band to the

combination of metal colors and

artistic design, bridal jewelry in

rose gold has a warm richness.

Rose gold blends beautifully with

white or yellow metals, whether

in a polished or brushed finish.”

Intricate bandsAn embellished band with

intricate details – whetherthey’re in the shape, etchings, or

stones – adds that extra-special

something to an engagement

ring. Ribbon-twist bands and

split-shank bands are popular

alternatives to the more

traditional styles.

“Intricate wedding bands

can be delicate, with pierced

or filigree designs, scattered

diamonds or colored gemstones

and intriguing wirework,” says

Hogsett. “Or they can be bold,

with a distinctive design that’s

carved, woven or hammered into

the metal. Because platinum is

very dense and malleable, it’s

perfect for creating delicate and

pierced designs without bulk.

Gold is ideal to weave or layer

with multiple metal colors and

patterns.”

Brown comments, “With

diamond engagement rings, a

simple solitaire is popular if you

have an intricate band. We’re

selling bands with sapphires and

diamonds. Sapphires are popularfor the band of the engagement

ring.”

For the more budget-

conscious, Hogsett says, “In

addition to these precious

metals, there are a number of

alternative metals such as cobalt

chrome, damascus steel and

titanium for more affordable, but

very handsome wedding bands.

Bands can be customized to

your preferred thickness, width

and design.” Brown noticesthat some couples are choosing

titanium bands, especially for the

man, and less so, sterling silver

bands.

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By Kristyn Schiavone, Tribune Media Services

In recent years, the princess wedding look has gotten lukewarm recep-tion, with women favoring less fussy

wedding gowns that go with their successfulcareers, thriving social lives and want, notneed, for a husband.

Until now. The ballgown is back.But, to the delight of brides who want

to enjoy their weddings without drowning in several pounds of fabric, designers havelightened up this silhouette with specialty materials like tulle and organza, which moveand breathe more easily than satin. It’s alow-fat ballgown, and really, what could bemore modern?

Among the wedding gown heavy-hittersis Monique Lhuillier, whose wedding gownshave adorned Carrie Underwood, Ashley Simpson and Alicia Silverstone. She’s alsohad more than a few ready-to-wear designshit the red carpet, including on CatherineZeta-Jones and Mandy Moore at this year’sGolden Globes.

Lori Weil, sales director for Monique Lhu-illier, says the label used to sell significantly fewer ballgowns than straight or tr umpetsilhouettes, but these days it’s about 50/50.

“I think girls are returning to some tradi-

tion,” Weil said. “Even with smaller wed-dings, they still want the dress.”

For a fair y-tale wedding, the perfect dresscould be a tulle ballgown with a corset top,like the “Bellflower” style Lhuillier sent

down the runway for her spring 2011 col-lection. There are also many brides sticking with the tried-and-true trumpet style, alsowith lighter fabrics for this season and oftenembellishments.

“Trumpet dresses are a signature, and wecall it 1940s glamour,” Weil said.

Weil also said vintage styles have beenpopular since about 2004. Lhuillier has beena trendsetter when it comes to this look, likethe 1930s-style lace gown “Cheyenne” fromher spring collection.

“[The gowns reflect] a modern girl’s im-age of sex appeal but have a vintage feel,”Weil said.

Katelyn Beltz, manager of 826 Weddingsin Chicago, which sells off-the-rack gowns

at a range of price points, said with the ball-gown trend comes a trend toward romanticfabrics and styling, like textured fabrics,ruching, and layering with r uffles or gathers.She’s also seen a lot of mixed textures, likelace with chiffon.

Recently, the store’s best-selling dress hasbeen a drop-waist, A-line, silk organza dresswith a r uched bodice and r uffled train. Andyes, the train is still in style, as is a veil, withabout 60 percent of the store’s customerschoosing one.

After designing gowns for 25 years, Laza-

ro Perez, whose line (Lazaro) is sold throughJ.L.M. Couture, has developed a keen eye fortrends. This year, his collection is character-ized by fabric manipulation, such as tufting and gathering, and mixing hard and soft. Of

course, there are a lot of ballgowns.“There was a time when it was a very

narrow silhouette, and now we’re seeing theballgown come back out, which I adore,”Perez said. “I think the red carpet has alot to do with it - we’re seeing a lot of fullballgowns there - and we’re in this wholerecession, so there’s something opulent andglamorous about a ballgown.”

He said he expects to continue the trendin his next collection, which will featureballgowns with natural waist bodices. A fa-vorite from this year has more than 90 yards

of gathered organza. There are also subtlepastels in Perez’s current collection, likesherbet, a peachy color created from layering fabrics of different colors.

Perez said there’s really no particular body type that’s ideal for a ballgown - or a trum-pet, or any other style, for that matter. Headvises going to gown fittings with an openmind, because something entirely unexpect-ed may be the perfect dress.

“I think it’s all up to the bride,” Perezsaid. “The bride sees herself that day in acertain way, and who are we to say ‘No, you

shouldn’t wear that.’”

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Center of attention: Bridal gowns trend toward

elaborate while bridesmaids tone it downBy Emily Hughey Quinn,

Tribune Media Services

Attention, girls. If the fancy white

gown isn’t enough to showcase

your bridal self the way you

always dreamed, this is the summer for you.

“It’s funny because it seems that wedding

dresses are getting more and more elaborate

while bridesmaids dresses are getting simpler

by the moment,” says Jes Gordon, celebrity

event producer and author of “Party Like

a Rock Star” (GPP Life, $19.95). “Bridal

gowns have crazy embellishments on them

such as fabric rosettes, feathers, tulle and

even fur.”

For summer brides who want to make a

big impression on the biggest day of their

lives, they picked the right season to wed.Bridesmaids dresses are coming in simpler

styles to showcase bridal gowns more than

ever.

“Bridesmaids dresses are leaning more

towards an ‘everyday’ dress that brides-

maids can wear long after the wedding to an

evening affair or even to a work function,”

Gordon says. “The bridesmaids dresses are

staying economically friendly while bridal

gowns are going all out!”

A few key designers are here to help

brides go for the gusto this summer.

“Vera Wang always brings something wildto the table as well as Amsale and Reem

Acra,” Gordon says. “All of these designers

tend to offer at least one showstopper in

their collections that the fairy tale bride just

has to have. Vera’s fabric rosette full skirt

design for this year’s spring collection is

pretty off the hook.”

However, the great news for brides of any

budget is that they won’t have to break the

bank to look fabulous.

“The bridal industry is a true testament to

the fact that money is not the only influ-

ence on style,” say Jodi Cohen and SarahLowy, principles of Beverly Hills-based

event planning company, Jowy Productions.

“Brides and designers are getting more

creative and making unique choices in this

new economy.”

Vera Wang, for example, is teaming

up with David’s Bridal to create a line of

dresses in the $600 to $1,500 range. And

the current bridal darling is J.Crew, which

opened its first bridal-only boutique in New

York in May.

“J.Crew is emerging as an incredibly ap-

proachable and stylish wedding fashion-for-

ward design that I think is worth watching

and purchasing,” Gordon advises.

Elaine Aron, who’s planning an August

wedding in Santa Fe, chose gowns for her-

self and her ‘maids at J.Crew, where she fell

in love with the second dress she tried on.

“I wanted to go to J.Crew more than

anything else for the ease of the process,”

says Aron, who was intent on avoiding the

sensory overload of a bridal boutique or

superstore. “So it wasn’t even the prices, but

the fact that I knew the dresses were going

to be beautiful. I wanted something simple

and elegant and it so happened that there

were choices in my price range. It was just

genius. It was just an experience of feeling

beautiful and like I was being offered help,

but I wasn’t overwhelmed with a lot of op-

tions.”“Designers are starting to take a more

realistic, affordable look at the bridal indus-

try,” say Cohen and Lowy. And, lucky for

style-savvy brides like Aron, who says she

spent about $375 on her flowy Grecian-style

dress, it’s affordable to look like you just

stepped out of a magazine. Designers are

making runway looks possible with embel-

lishments and new fabric choices.

“We are seeing floral embellishments

from large to small on many designers’

gowns,” say Cohen and Lowy. “Ruffles are

making a statement this season, specifically ruffled tiers from the waste down. Ruffles

add texture and movement in a simple,

cost-effective yet romantic way. Another

way designers are adding interest to gowns

is through interesting fabric choices. Metallic

fabrics are strong this season whether used

in the flowers that adorn the gowns or for

the actual gowns themselves.”

And expect to see gowns in modern lines.

While a-line, strapless and empire-waist

gowns are always hot, asymmetrical contem-

porary designs, off-the-shoulder styles and

short, cocktail-length dresses are among theseason’s top trends.

“Strapless still seems to be the strongest

shape choice this season but asymmetrical

necklines are giving the strapless a run for

its money,” say Cohen and Lowy. “Expect to

see less shoulder and more neckline interest

as we head into summer. Mini-dresses are

the most unique shape that is trending this

season; they seem the ideal choice for a less

formal or a second wedding.”

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Contemporary weddings celebrate tradition, irony and humor

By Debra D. Bass, St. Louis Post-Dispatch

McClatchy-Tribune Information Services

Tradition is not a mandate. It should

not confine you. If you want to ex-

press yourself with some rituals or

conventions that have been adopted from

generations past, that’s great.

Wear grandmother’s brooch, buy a new

strand of pearls, borrow your mother’s dia-

mond bracelet and wear a blue garter belt

if that really rocks your world, but don’t do

anything that makes you feel stifled.

If you aren’t inspired by your choices, if

you don’t care, if you yawn at the thought

of your ceremony, then how do you expecteveryone else to feel? And why are you

spending all that money for a supremely

uninteresting experience?

Pardon us for interjecting our opinions

on your special day, but in our humble

opinions, the minute people start dress-

ing the way they are “supposed” to dress

because this is proper and this is not, that’s

the minute they hit the snooze button on

one of the most meaningful days of their

life.

Yes, you can wear a Cinderella dress on

the beach or a knee-length gown in church.If buttercream and ivory are not your idea

of color, you can choose a gown in navy

blue or emerald green. The world will not

rock off its axis, and your grandma will not

faint from shock.

Even Martha Stewart’s wedding maga-

zine showed off a men’s black cummer-

bund on a wedding dress last year. There

isn’t a wedding rule that hasn’t been bro-

ken, so you don’t have to feel like a heretic.

A wedding is a ceremony of love and a

commitment to starting a new life with apartner who shares your goals and dreams.

Shouldn’t that start with a wedding that re-

flects your style and your tastes and what’s

unique about you?

And having said that, we’ve taken the

most conventional recipe for wedding day

success and added a small twist, humor.

Maybe your something new will be

diamond stud earrings instead of a tattoo,

or your something blue will be a sapphire

brooch, instead of high heels and a Vespa,

but we wanted you to know that there are

no limits except your imagination andyour budget.

When you look back on your wed-

ding, just ask yourself what will be more

important, the approval of your Aunt Ruth

whom you see twice a year or the photos

of you wearing the antiqued pink gown

with chocolate crystal jewels that made you

look like Grace Kelly.

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Something oldBrittani wears a Mag-

gie Sottero gown called

Destiny, the trumpet cut

strapless dress with crystal

organza and beads from

Clarice’s Bridal, in St. Louis,

and Schiaparelli earrings

circa 1950, a 1950s Austrian

crystal double-strand neck-lace, vintage white gloves

and a Walborg beaded

evening bag, all of which

she found while shopping at

Retro 101, in St. Louis.

Something newBrittani wears a dress by

Essense of Australia from

A Bride to Be Bridal Shop,

in St. Louis; chandelier

earrings by Jose and Marie

Berrera; Alex Bittar cuff bracelet; and a necklace

from Neiman Marcus. Her

cage veil is from Clarice’s

Bridal. She’s getting a

“new” tattoo from artist

Joshua Chapman of Iron

Age, in St. Louis.

Something borrowedBrittani wears the Avrile

strapless dress by Bellis-

sima with detachable train

at Simply Elegant Bridal,St. Louis. Her accessories

are Rivoli-style Swarovski

crystal earrings from Made

by Maggie and crystal spiral

bracelet by Poppi both at

Charm Boutique, St. Louis.

Something blueBrittani wears a short

strapless dress from After

6’s Dessy collection and

shrug with large rosettesand crystal stamins by

Enzoani both from Simply

Elegant Bridal, in St. Louis;

tiara headband by Bel Aire

Bridal at A Bride to Be

Bridal, St. Louis; turquoise

drop earrings by Jose and

Marie Barrera at Neiman

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......What Boulder brides are buying

Hopefully Boulder brides are buying wedding dresses that

they love, says Barbara Wilson, owner of Christina’s. She

regularly reminds brides shopping at her bridal, lingerie and

accessories shop that they should think for themselves when selecting

the perfect dress.“When choosing a gown, think independently,” she says. “The

opinions of those you trust can be helpful, but in the end the dress

should be the one that you love.” The right dress is one that not only

expresses your personality, but that also fits well and is very wear-

able. “Your dress should not only be beautiful, but also comfortable,

allowing you to exude

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Christina’s also carries Sue Wong and ABS dresses, with prices under

$1,000. Styles range from embellished gowns to simple sheaths, and

princess-cut to sexy fitted dresses.

The right undergarments are also part of making a bridal dress

look its best. “A lot of brides worry about their hips, but the focus

is really on the bust and the face,” says Wilson. “Most photos are

shot from the waist up, focusing on the face, shoulders and torso, so

brides should choose a dress that tastefully enhances the bustline for

added femininity in photos.” The right bra and the latest shapewear,

for example, can put emphasis in all the right places.

While choosing a dress for such an important occasion can feel

overwhelming, Wilson says it doesn’t have to be, especially when

you choose a bridal shop that offers personalized service to help

you through the decision-making process. “Just enjoy the rite of

wedding-dress shopping,” she says.

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Fashion Tip: Colors to flatter all of your bridesmaids

By Marian Rothschild

Y

ou and all of your brides-

maids arrive at the bridal

shop, prepared to pick outtheir dresses. Sarah announces she

won’t wear green, Nicole refuses any

shades of blue, and Monica insists

that she has already decided on dress

style and color. She pulls out a photo

of a strapless mini dress in battle

ship grey and declares, “This is what

we’re wearing, girls! It looks great on

me.” That’s when the cat fight starts.

If you are dreading this scenario,

here are some guidelines to help ease

the pain of trying to please each and

every one of your female attendants.

All women look good in some

shade of both pink and coral. That’s

because we either have those colors

in our skin, or we can apply the color

with blush and lipstick. Cheek and lip

color should definitely be in the same

family as the shade of the gown they

wear, if it’s in the pink, coral, or red

tones.

Your bridesmaids may enjoy show-

ing their personal tastes and want to

choose their own color of dress. You

choose the style and each girl wears adifferent color. That’s fine, as long as

there are no repeats.

Another option is to decide on a

certain color, and each girl chooses

the style of dress that she likes the

best. As long as there is some conti-

nuity in either color or style of dress,

they will all be a cohesive group.

Generally speaking, if a woman

has light hair, a light shade of dress

will look best on her. If her hair is

more-or-less dark, she’ll look best in

a more saturated tone of pigmenta-tion.

If you plan to have only one at-

tendant and you are wearing white or

ivory, she should definitely not wear

the same, or any color close to it.

If she has either blue or green eyes,

she’ll be stunning in a dress the same

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If you are using a makeup artist, be sure that person choos-

es cosmetic shades that will compliment both skin tone and

dress color. If the bridesmaids are doing their own makeup,

they may want to ask a professional for advice on choices of

cheek and lip stain.

The most complimentary shape of dress is one that flatters

the wearer’s unique figure. Usually a V neckline, defined waist,

and A line or tulip skirt will accomplish that. Also, a sash,

belt, ruching at the waist, a criss-cross or wrap top, and wide

shoulder straps will give a woman’s figure the appearance of a

balanced hour glass. That’s what we’re aiming for.

Bridesmaids are there to support and attend to the bride on

the most special day of her life. You want them to look great

individually, and also as a group. But it is difficult to please all

the ladies, all the time. If you keep in mind skin tone, hair and

eye color when choosing colors of gowns for the bridal party,

and remember the importance of the hour glass shape when

selecting styles, you will go a long way to achieving your goal.

The best idea may be to seek advice from a professional

color and wardrobe consultant. That way, you are assured to

get objective recommendations from an experienced expert.

Everyone will be happy and look beautiful. Leave the cat fight

for someone else’s party.

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W ith ceremony season gearing up,you’ve probably already received

a save-the-date or two. But there’s

another date worth noting on the calendar:

April 22nd is Earth Day. So whether you’re a

guest, groom, or bride, check out these ideas

for a wallet-friendly wedding season that’s as

sustainable as it is stylish.

The eco-chic gownFor an eco-chic bride, the silky Elsa

sheath by Mr. Larkin is a stunning option,

particularly because the silky fabric is cre-

ated from pressed, steamed milk fiber. Thebodice is adorned with recycled vintage

paillettes, and is so sexy that even Anne

Hathaway has rocked it. After the wedding,

consider donating your dress to a charity

organization such as the I Do Foundation.

This way, instead of collecting dust in a box,

the gown will be given a second life when

funds from its sale are donated to a

good cause.

The recycled registryRegistering for eco-friendly home es-

sentials is a great way to support green busi-

nesses. Between inviting the in-laws over for

dinner and hosting neighborhood barbecues,

you’ll welcome an extra set of tea towels

or two. Green goods shop BranchHome.

com sells bright and cheery ones made from

organic cotton and shipped in a recycled

cardboard package, so they are as good for

the earth as they are for your guests’ wallet.

The green guestIf you’re a guest who doesn’t have to

travel too far out of town, then consider

carpooling to the reception site. (It’s also a

great idea if you’re inclined to overindulgein the champagne toast!) If the bride and

groom haven’t taken our heed and registered

for anything green, don’t be afraid to go

ahead and give a green gift that’s similar to

something they have registered for.

The reception: unpluggedCut down on the cost of electricity and

up the romance factor with classic mood

lighting and live music. By starting your

reception an hour before sunset, you can

take advantage of the extra daylight, and by

Going Green: Five fun (and affordable)

eco-friendly wedding ideas

decorating with candles (try natural beeswax

to avoid heavy synthetic fragrances) you’ll

cast the room in a romantic glow. Skip the

DJ’s elaborate equipment, and instead dance

the night away, unplugged, to a live band.

The eco-friendly favorDon’t give departing friends and family

another monogrammed shot glass. When we

asked brides on WeddingChannel.com which

favor they least appreciated receiving as a

wedding guest, this was their number-one

gripe. Instead, try a pretty potted plant that

guests can grow in their own yard. Take it

a step further by applying chalkboard paint

around the exterior of terra cotta pots. Then

add a personal note of thanks with colored

chalk, in your color theme, of course!

By Jen DeRose, WeddingChannel.com, McClatchy-Tribune Information Services

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Relax with a massage

W hat more could a

bride, groom and

members of the

party want before a wedding

than rest and relaxation? A

massage can be the perfect way

to unwind from the stress of

planning, while hair, makeup,

nails and skincare treatmentscan make everyone look as good

as they feel.

“People just want to relax a

few days before the wedding,”

said Kim Niles, owner and man-

ager of Finishing Touch Spa and

Salon, a Boulder business that

specializes in working with large

groups. “It's a good opportunity

for friends and family to hang

out while they prepare.”

Niles advises brides to stagger

their beautification to maximizeeffectiveness and minimize

stress. A massage one or two

days before the wedding can

release tension and coincide

with big events like bridal and

bachelorette parties. Manicures,

pedicures and facials should be

done six to eight weeks before

the big day, though women with

difficult complexions should

consider a second skincare

treatment two weeks before to

restore that glow.

Two weeks marks another

key step for brides-to-be: hair

and makeup. Though everyone

wants to look their best on the

wedding day, getting hair and

makeup done two weeks aheadis a good trial run for your look.

“95 percent of brides want

to do a trial run for hair and

makeup,” Niles said. “It keeps

things simpler, and takes pres-

sure off the bride.”

Spa and salon treatments

aren't just for the bride and her

maids of honor, though. Men,

women, grandparents and “even

the little flower-girl” can benefit

inside and out by renewing and

relaxing before the wedding,Niles said. Finding a spa and

salon capable of working with

multiple clients at once has even

more benefits, from giving rela-

tives time to see each other to

just having fun.

“It can be a little party-type

atmosphere,” Niles said. “You

don't have to give up prepara-

tions while you relax.”

By Adam Rowan

There is nothing more absurd than planning your wedding the

same time as a royal couple.

I learned this when I read that Kate Middleton, Prince

William’s bride-to-be, quit her job so she can focus on making her

wedding “fresh and new.”

Kate is under extreme pressure, but she also has money and

resources that most brides dream of. Perhaps the most enviableresource is all the free time she has now.

We all want a wedding that feels “fresh and new,” but we’ll wear

ourselves out until we feel old and haggard. Most of us lead busy

lives, and wedding planning is a job in and of itself. But the planning

must be done, so we end up letting ourselves go in the process.

But who says Kate Middleton gets to have all the fun? There are

simple and affordable ways to relax like royalty.

Here are 10 ideas:Royals know when and how to delegate. Your friends and

family probably want to help out. And if you can afford it, consider

hiring a wedding planner or day-of planner.

Royals know how to look good in photos. Practice your

cheesiest “royal” smile and wave. You won’t really need to do this,

but smiling and acting goofy will make you feel relaxed. You can be

yourself when it’s time for a real photo.

Royals have good posture. Book a massage or take up yoga.

Royals are scheduled and organized. Get a monthly planner.

Post-it notes are also handy. If you remember something urgent,

write it on a Post-it and put it in a prominent place to take care of

the next day. It will release tension and keep you from obsessing.

Royals stay active. Take brisk outdoor walks. The fresh air, scen-

ery and exercise are invigorating.

Royals love their vacations. Plan on a weekend away with your

fiance at a nearby city.

Royals show their best selves in public (or they should at

least). Allow yourself to vent in a private diary. It will keep you from

taking things out on others.

Royals are busy and popular. Schedule other things to look

forward to besides the wedding. You want other exciting things

looming on your calendar to take the pressure off. Pencil in a weekly

date night with your fiance, even if it’s just take-out and Netflix.

Royals set boundaries. It’s impossible to please everyone, and

sometimes you and your fiance will need your privacy.

Royals aren’t afraid to be common. Princess Diana’s sapphire-

and-diamond ring (which is now Kate’s ring), was originally a

controversial choice. It wasn’t a custom-made piece. It was ordinary

for royal standards, because commoners could buy it. And now it

has spawned affordable knock-offs, proving that sensible choices are

the most timeless.

Perhaps this is a lesson Kate can learn from Diana.

If she wants to do something unexpected, she could set out for a

more “common” wedding. That would be a good message to send in

a recession.

What do you think, brides? Would you rather see an over-the-top

royal wedding or one that you can relate to? Or are you apathetic

about royal weddings?

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Wedding workout: Follow these stepsto a honeymoon-ready body

By Molly Klinefelter, McClatchy-Tribune McClatchy-Tribune Information Services

According to Life Fitness, an exerciseequipment company, women areincreasingly viewing their wedding day

as a reason to trim down and shape up. By following this simple timeline, any bride can be

toned and beautiful on their wedding day:

Six months ‘til the big day: Do three one-hour workouts a week, with 20 minutes of high-intensity cardio, 30 minutes of strengthtraining and 10 minutes of stretching. Afteryou’ve established a steady routine, focus onthe areas you want to flaunt in your dress.

Three months ‘til the big day: Take a wed

ding-focused fitness class with other brides-to-be. Having a support group of brides willnot only be comforting but will also make youwork harder.

One month ‘til the big day: Don’t blow off your workout schedule for last-minute wed-ding errands. If you really don’t have time, doa more intense but shorter version of your routine.

Engaged couples know how impor-

tant color coordination is. But while

they're thinking about everything

from outfits to centerpieces, brides- and

grooms-to-be should also be aware of how

their skin tones match their clothes – and

their soul mate's complexion.

“Weddings are the biggest, most pho-

tographed day of your life,” said Deborah

Magee, owner and operator of Life's a

Beach Tan Spa, a Longmont business where

couples make up a third of the clientele.

“There's nothing worse than seeing the

super-tan beach bunny standing next to the

abominable snowman.”

Black and gray suits tend to make a man

look paler, while a white wedding dress

accentuates the color of a bride with darker

skin. Magee recommends couples on the

verge of marriage make the choice to tan

together in order to get their skin roughly

the same color, making their appearance ascompatible as their personalities.

The first step in preparing your skin for

the big day is figuring out not just how you

want to look but how your complexion will

respond to tanning.

“Anyone with fair skin should ideally

start six to eight weeks before the wed-

ding so they don't risk pinking or burning,”

Magee said. “People with medium or darker

skin should start slow and give it at least a

month.”

Slowly working toward your tan has the

benefit of getting the precise tone you want

while also saving you considerable discom-

fort. Over-tanning can lead to a painful

sunburn and pink skin. It can also set back

your premarital skincare goals.

“We monitor clients' tans for health

reasons” Magee said. “If they burn in the

bed, they can't come back until the burn

heals. They lose about two to three days by

rushing.”

Taking the time to perfect your tan can

make brides, grooms and even whole wed-

ding parties look picture-perfect for the big

day. Tanning together is also just one moreactivity couples can do during the engage-

ment to reaffirm their commitment to

each other while preparing for the perfect

ceremony.

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Photo collage itEnlist the help of a photogra-

pher friend to put together an

accordion-like creative photo

card that opens up to display

your full question.

Craft itGet your craft on and create

paper-doll-cutout chains for

your girls. Write the name of

each bridesmaid on the indi-

vidual paper dolls, and then fold

the chains so that each girl gets

her namesake paper doll at the

top. Mail them in cute enve-

lopes with fancy handwriting or

deliver in person.

Make them a

movie posterThink outside the box and rip

off a movie poster, like the one

from “27 Dresses” with Kath-

erine Heigl wearing a dress of

words. We love the idea of writ-

ing a note to your bridesmaid in

the shape of a wedding dress.

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Send a clever cardPick up a card! There are tons

of cute “Be my bridesmaid”

cards available online with a

variety of styles. (We especially

love some of the ones we’ve

seen from Mr. Boddington’s

Studio and on Etsy.com.)

Say it with foodWith a little practice, you could

spell out “Will you be my

bridesmaid?” in chocolate syrupor frosting as you present your

friend with a sweet treat of

cupcakes or macaroons.

Get personalGift your bridesmaids-to-be

something monogrammed with

their names or initials. Think: a

wooden hanger (perfect for their

dress the day of the wedding) or

a tote bag.

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8. Wine and dine themTake your girls out for dinner,

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and ask them over a toast. You

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Saving on wedding costs by doing

own reception centerpieces Do-it-yourself wedding centerpieces are one of the easiest ways to save on your reception costs.

By Karen Deer, St. Louis Post-Dispatch


Lynn Jawitz, floral designer, event

coordinator and owner of Florisan

LLC in New York, says oversized

centerpieces “are so last year.”

For too long, brides with giant center-

pieces risked having guests get so annoyed

with the visual obstruction that they ditched

the offending flowers to the floor.

Today’s bride has more choices such as

glass cylinders, odd-shaped vases and float-

ing candles for beauty and drama. And once

the bride has decided on a color and theme

for her centerpieces, wedding rentals may be

the way to go for vases.“We can help any bride plan the reception

of her dreams,” says Lea Kwapis, owner of

Grand Rental Station in Fairview Heights,

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Most brides have an idea of what they are

looking for in terms of decor but become

overwhelmed at the thought of purchasing

many of these items.

“This is where we come in,” says Kwapis.

“We rent tables linens ... sparkling glass

centerpieces, vases, candelabras, backdrops,

champagne and chocolate fountains, china,

glassware and silver cake stands as well.”

Kwapis and Tracee Finnell, rental consul-

tant at Grand Rental Station, designed these

wedding centerpieces.

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• 5 large silk roses (or flowers of your choice)

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• Floral tape

Step 1- Place a 7-inch glass cylinder inside

the hurricane vase. Fill area only between

hurricane and cylinder with candy.

Step 2- Cut five large bloom roses so the

stem is about 6 inches long. Assemble the

flowers into a small bouquet, securing to-

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Step 1- Place glass stones into bottom of vase.

Step 2- Cut the silk hydrangea flower head from the stem, leaving

approximately a 1- to 2-inch stem. (If using fresh flowers, add water

before placing flower head in vase.) Nest the stem in the center of

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Step 3- Place one butterfly directly on bloom, using the wired stem

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Step 4- Trim from the bottom of either three individual birch

branches or one branch that has three extensions to fit inside of the

vase. Bend one of the three stems to house a wired butterfly in the

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• 1 Gerber daisy ($6.99 for a bunch of nine

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• 1 candle ($3.99) at Hobby Lobby • 2 mini Martini glasses (1.95 each) at Crate

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POTPOURRI & CANDLES• 1 cylinder vase ($8) at Big Lots

• 1 round bowl ($5.99) at

Hobby Lobby • 1 bag of potpourri ($1) at

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• 1 bottle of Gatorade ($1) at

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• 1 floating candle ($7.99 for a

package of six) at Hobby Lobby

Step 1- Fill cylinder with Gatorade; add

floating candle. Place cylinder inside round

bowl.Step 2- Fill round bowl with potpourri.

Light floating candle.

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How to: Give a wedding toast

DO:

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illustrate something the audience

might not know about the bride

or groom.

Use gentle humor, but be

mindful of your audience (don’t

offend grandma).

Rehearse, ideally in the venue.

Exercise the day of the

wedding to work off any

nervous energy.

End your toast with a positive

comment about the couple, and

raise your glass.

DO NOT:

Exceed five minutes. Ideally,

a toast should be two to

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Try to be funny if you’re not.

Have a drink to calm your

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Planning the perfect reception

Y ou’ve dreamed about

the ceremony since you

were a little girl. Every-

thing goes perfectly. Then you

arrive at the reception. No one

brought the silverware and the

buffet runs out of food. You

have a chance to wake up before

this nightmare becomes a reality.

Few events in life take weeks,

if not months, to plan. Every

couple wants the day to go

smoothly. With your whole

family, new in-laws and friends

to impress, the details and

planning can seem overwhelm-

ing. You want to provide the

ambiance without blowing your

budget. Here are some generalguidelines to alleviate the stress

of planning and avoid potential

catastrophe.

Initial Plans

Most couples focus on the

budget rst before they realize

what they jointly aspire for in

their reception. Creating a list of

common desires for your recep-

tion is the best way to know

who to start contacting next.

This means considering the

reception capacity, atmosphere,

vendors included, weather sensi-

tive alternatives and dancing

availability.

“No bride wants to imagine

that it may be 40 degrees, 90

mile an hour winds, with hail

falling from the sky on this par-

ticular day. But at least 4 times

a year… we move to Plan B,”

explained Tina Mueller, a wed-

ding coordinator for The Red

Lion Restaurant in Boulder.

Various Locations

Once you know your general

qualications for venues, the

hunt begins. When compar-

ing locations, consider how

much you want to be personally

responsible for.

Do you want a location that

provides a package including

most vendors or do you want

to set the tables yourself? Some

locations will only provide the

space for your needs while you

ll in the details.

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as wedding planners on your

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on price estimates, provide a

list of recommended vendors,

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Cutting CostsOne of the most recent trends seen throughout weddings ev-

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What are the hidden costs or fees? Which vendors are not includ-

ed in the price estimate for your venue? Your family may not break

the bank with an open bar but what about the new in-laws?

The cost of having professionals handle details like photography

or music can be high, but the quality of the experience can be worth

it. Instead of cutting corners where vendors are concerned, focus on

who are the most important people to have attending the reception.

With an average cost of 75 to well over 100 dollars a head, maybe

you don’t need to invite every coworker.

“Do you want a cake with inedible frosting provided by your

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Sue Tembrock, a Social Sales Manager at the Boulderado.

Anther way to alleviate costs is to consider restaurants. It can

range from 39 to 80 dollars a head instead. Restaurants, such as The

Red Lion, can also make fresh food for any unexpected guests.

Avoiding DisastersThroughout the night, there are many traditions and events that

take place. If you don’t have a wedding planner or venue staff in

charge of timelines, appoint someone to be responsible for watching

the time and moving things along throughout the reception. Timing

can become a huge issue when things like pictures or speeches take

longer than expected. Have someone who continues the ow despite

minor delays.

In the end, make sure you enjoy the day. The guests will be oblivi-

ous to slight setbacks, and they are there to celebrate tying the knot

with you.

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Nontraditional wedding sites

W hen Brooke andWilliam Hardy

mailed out wedding

invitations last year, their

guests were a bit puzzled.

“I heard, ‘You’re getting

married where?’ from more

than a few people,” Brooke

Hardy said.

The couple, who said “I

do” on top of The Kansas

City Public Library, is a testa-

ment to a growing wedding

trend. More brides are think-ing outside the church and

lifting the veil on nontradi-

tional venues.

“It seems that brides and

grooms are being more cre-

ative with their wedding dol-

lars,” said Jenny Steffens, who

runs The Bliss List, a database

of forward-thinking wedding

vendors in Kansas City. “DIY

brides appreciate the freedom

of nontraditional venues.

There are not as many rules

and restrictions in a wide-openfield.”

We asked four area couples

about their surprising tie-the-

knot spots. Said Brooke Hardy

of her library nuptials: “A few

people even told me that it

was the best wedding to which

they’d ever been.”

The experts’ picks:A farm or other picturesque

‘local destination’ wedding

venueHistorical site like an estate

or home that is open to the

public gives your event that

added gravitas

Art museum - classy, and

they often host events, so mu-

seum staffers will have sources

for food and music

A park, especially in the

spring, when Mother Nature

does all the decorating

By Monica Watrous, McClatchy Newspapers,


Fly through the forest canopy to your

mountaintop wedding in Jamaica

By Staff, McClatchy-Tribune, McClatchy-Tribune Information Services

L

ooking to make your wedding just as adventurous as your

relationship? You can get married at a scenic overlook at 700

feet at Rain Forest Adventures Mystic Mountain in Ocho

Rios, Jamaica, which is creating high-flying romance with its wedding package, “I Do at 700 Feet.”

Couples travel through the forest canopy on the Sky Explorer

chairlift up to the peak of Mystic Mountain, where views overlook

Ocho Rios harbor.

Ceremony venues include Mystic Mountain’s lawn and the Mystic

Pavilion restaurant. “I Do at 700 Feet” packages include a marriage

officer, bridal bouquet, groom boutonniere, on-site wedding coordi-

nator and professional photography. The venue can accommodate up

to 50 guests.

Packages also include:- One-tier wedding cake.

- Two bottles of champagne- Tropical decorations

- Wedding album with 24 professional photos and a CD

of digital images

- Marriage certificate and license fees

- Two witnesses (if none available)

- Legal processing of documents prior to wedding.

The resort also has a Rainforest Bobsled, a zip line course and infin-

ity pool and waterslide.

Packages begin at $1,000 without the room for the couple. Find out

more at www.rainforestadventure.com.

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Cupcakes are whimsical,

easy to serve and may be

more cost-effective than

the traditional multitiered wed-

ding cake. They can also reflect

the bridal couple’s personalities

and tastes _ which is why they’re

so popular.

“Each tier (of a cupcake

stand) offers you the opportu-

nity to completely change the

cake and the icing. You can’t

do that with a traditional cake,”said Bobbie Lloyd, president

and chief baking officer of New

York-based Magnolia Bakery.

“With cupcakes, (couples are)

looking more for flavor. You

may have one layer of pumpkin

cupcakes with maple-cream

cheese icing. Another layer

could be coconut cake with

meringue icing,” she said, noting

Magnolia’s cupcake trees hold 24

cupcakes up to more than 100

cupcakes.

“On a wedding cake, people

traditionally use a butter cream

frosting that has some structure

to it or they use fondant because

they’re looking for those three-

dimensional shapes,” she said.

“A meringue icing you could

never put on traditional wedding

cake. Cream cheese icing you

could never put on a traditional

wedding cake.”

As with anything you eat, but

especially a cupcake, it needs

to taste delicious (not just besweet) and really special, said

Darcy Miller, editorial director

of Martha Stewart Weddings.

“What’s going to go with your

color palette and the feeling of

your wedding? What’s going

to go with the time of the year

you’re getting married? What’s

going to go with your guests or

your menu?” she said. “Often

today at weddings, people serve

more than cake. They’ll serve

chocolate mousse or sorbet.

So I’m not really sure if you’re

serving chocolate mousse

whether your cupcakes should

be chocolate.”

Also think about how they’ll

be displayed. “There are so

many great things that you can

do,” said Miller. “I love those

cupcake wire stands. We’ve tak-

en the plastic foam rounds that

a cake baker would use to make

the dummy layers of cake, and

we covered them with papersand doilies and tiered them.”

If you let a pro handle the

wedding cupcakes, you still can

showcase your cupcake baking

talents sometime during your

wedding celebrations, suggested

Miller: “You might make them

for your rehearsal dinner or

engagement party. Or bring

them to your shower as a gift to

thank those who are throwing

the party for you.”

Cupcakes allow the bridal

couple to tailor flavors

and colors to the wedding

By Judy Hevrdejs, Chicago Tribune,


MAGNOLIA BAKERY SUPER RICH CHOCOLATE CAKE

Prep: 30 minutes

Bake: 25 minutes

Makes: 24 cupcakes

Adapted from a recipe from New York’s

Magnolia Bakery.

- 2 cups plus 2 tablespoons sugar

- 1-3/4 cups flour

- 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons unsweetened

cocoa powder

- 1-1/2 teaspoons each: baking powder,

baking soda, salt

- 2 large eggs

- 1 cup milk

- 1/2 cup vegetable oil

- 1 tablespoon vanilla- 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons boiling water

1. Heat convection oven to 350 degrees or conventional

oven to 375 degrees. Whisk together the sugar, flour,

cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda and salt In a

large bowl.

2. Whisk together eggs, milk, oil and vanilla in a

separate bowl. Whisk the egg mixture with the sugar-flour

mixture by hand; beat together until combined. Whisk in

the boiling water just until combined. The batter will be thin

and very watery.

3. Pour batter into two 12-cup muffin tins with paper

liners, filling barely half full. Bake until a tester inserted

into a cupcake comes out clean, 22 to 25 minutes in a

convection oven or 25 to 30 minutes in a conventional

oven. Cool in pan 10 minutes; remove to a wire rack to

cool completely.

Nutrition information: Per cupcake: 146 calories, 31

percent of calories from fat, 5 g fat, 1 g saturated fat, 17

mg cholesterol, 24 g carbohydrates, 2 g protein, 238 mg

sodium, 1 g fiber

MAGNOLIA BAKERY VANILLA BUTTER

CREAM FROSTING

Prep: 15 minutes

Makes: 3 cups

- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened

- 1 teaspoon vanilla

- 1 pound (4 cups) confectioners’ sugar

- 2 to 3 tablespoons milk

1. Cream butter with beaters in a large mixing bowl.

2. Add vanilla.3. Gradually add sugar 1 cup at a time, beating

between additions.

4. Scrape down sides of bowl often.

5. When mixture starts to thicken and appears dry, add

2 tablespoons of the milk. Beat on medium speed

until smooth and creamy, 2 to 4 minutes.

6. Add more milk as needed if you want a thinner

consistency. If desired, add a few drops of

food coloring.

7. Store frosting at room temperature. Icing can be

stored in an airtight container up to three days.

Nutrition information: Per 2-tablespoon serving: 143

calories, 48 percent of calories from fat, 8 g fat,

5 g saturated fat, 20 mg cholesterol, 19 g

carbohydrates, 0 g protein, 2 mg sodium, 0 g fiber

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Professional photographers help you

preserve wedding memories to last a lifetime

By L. L. Charles

Y our photo album is one of the

most enduring keepsakes you

will treasure from your wedding.And, unlike your bridal dress or reception

venue, you have to “buy” your wedding

photographs sight unseen. You only get one

chance to document this very special day, so

you want to be sure you are working with

the best professional photographer you can.

Like most creative professionals, good

photographers have developed their own

style and approach to their work. Some

shoot their images on film, while oth-

ers work exclusively with high-end digital

cameras. Some specialize in formal portraits;

others capture your event on-the-go, as ithappens.

“I like to capture the image that is there at

the moment,” says Michele Rogers-Scully, of

Rogers-Scully Photography. “I prefer to use

ambient light, with just a little flash to fill in

the shadows if needed. There is a wonderful

quality to natural light.” A typical wedding

assignment can take 10 hours or more to

complete, she says. “It keeps you on your

toes. You have to be very aware of every-

thing going on at once, all the unfolding of

the events and the celebration.”

“You get one opportunity to capture

these images,” says wedding photographer

Kevin Krayna of Creation Photoscapes. “I

have to make sure I don’t miss any impor-

tant shots,” he says, noting the importance

of connecting and bring out the personali-

ties in his subjects. “You’re engaging with

two people on one of the most importantdays of their lives, and it’s an honor to be a

part of that.”

Everyone owns a digital camera these

days, and the temptation might be to just

have a talented friend shoot the ceremony.

“If you need to do this purely for financial

reasons, I can respect that,” says Krayna.

“But if it’s at all possible, you’re much more

likely to be pleased with the work of a pro-

fessional photographer.”

Rogers-Scully and Krayna agree that an

experienced professional brings a special

combination of artistic vision, technicalskills and the ability to motivate without

getting in the way. They are also better

equipped to help you select, print and

preserve these special images that you will

treasure forever.

Michele Rogers-Scully, Rogers-Scully Photography

773.454.4020, www.rogers-scullyphotography.com

Kevin Krayna, Creation Photoscapes,

303.912.2020, web.mac.com/kevinkrayna/Site/Welcome.html

Tips to choosing a

wedding photographer

Here are a few tips on selecting a

wedding photographer.

Ask your friendsIf you have a friend who has had a

wedding recently, they may be able to

recommend a photographer.

Visit photographer web sitesMost photographers have a web site

with an online portfolio. Look for their

personal style and technical skills. Do the

photos capture the personalities and theexcitement of the day, or do they seem

stiff and posed? Are the images clear, well

lighted and composed?

Get on the phoneVisit several photographer web sites

to compare what is being offered, then

choose the two or three you like best and

interview them on the phone. How is

their personality? A good photographer

must be a good motivator to bring out the

best in people – you want someone who

is passionate, positive, and wants to do

the best job they can for you.

Do the detailsAsk the photographer how much time

they will spend, before, during and after

your event. Do they charge for travel time

or expenses? How soon will you see the

photos after the wedding? Will they help

you choose the images you want to print?

Is it easy to order more prints? Will youget the final negatives, or a disc with all

the digital images?

Book earlyThe best wedding photographers are

in demand and have busy schedules,

especially during the summer season. Start

your search early and choose your pho-

tographer as soon as you can, to ensure

you will be working with the professional

you really want.

Creation Photoscapes 303.912.2020 web.mac.com/kevinkrayna/Site/Welcome.html

Rogers-Scully Photography 773.454.4020,rogers-scullyphotography.com

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W ho says you have to stick to

simple white invites? Your

wedding invitations are the

first hint guests get of what your wedding

will be like. With that in mind, Wed-

dingChannel.com has rounded up the hot-

test new designs you’ll love.

Trend 1: Bright and BoldBold colors like bright yellows, blues

and even reds are perfect for a summer or

springtime wedding. Your wedding informa-

tion can still be in a simple black (to make

sure it’s easily legible), but the rest of the

invitation can be dominated by one or two

bright color choices. Use those colors in a

standout graphic design that includes stripes

or bold geometric shapes and patterns (an-

other trend) to really give your guests a clue:They’re in for a fun, lighthearted affair.

Trend 2: Shaped SquareWe’re seeing lots of (you got it) square

invitations these days. While most traditional

invitations are more of a vertical rectangle

in shape, these days couples looking to stand

out are making everything square even the

RSVP cards. It may seem like a small change

going from a rectangle-shape card to a

square one but trust us, the shape will stand

out. And in case you still want a slightly for-

mal, traditional look, this is a nice new twist

that will keep everyone happy. Just keep in

mind, this shape usually costs a little extra

postage when you’re mailing it.

Trend 3: Bold GraphicsIf you’re going with a retro theme for

your wedding, make sure you’ve got a bold,

graphic print on your invitation. Spiral

shapes, vertical lines and thick circles are

just a few of the graphic designs that are

rising in popularity. The graphics can form a

border on the invitation or you can be extra

bold and incorporate the design into the

main information on your card.

Trend 4: Vintage DesignSet the tone for your vintage and intimate

affair with this trend, which places roman-

tic, delicate floral prints on the invitations.

Often in faded, muted colors, these designs

can feature feminine garden roses or elegant

vines that snake around the edge of the

8 wedding invitation ideasBy Amy Eisinger, WeddingChannel.com, McClatchy-Tribune Information Services

Bold colors like bright yellows, blues and even

reds are perfect for a summer or springtime

wedding, especially when paired with a bold

graphic design, like this one with stripes from Cardstore.com. (Provided by Cardstore.com/

Weddingchannel.com/MCT)

card. Use a cursive font and soft ecru paper

to really complete the elegant look.

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Five great gifts to repay your

bridesmaids for all their work

B

eing a bridesmaid is meant to be an

honor but it’s often a big demand.

Many brides expect their wedding

party to sacrifice time and money. Brides-maids typically pay for their dress and shoes,

as well as shower, bachelorette, and wedding

presents. They’re also expected to attend

parties, shopping expeditions and DIY work

sessions.

Demanding brides can repay their wed-

ding party with beautiful bridesmaid gifts.

Here are five ideas fitting for different

demands:

Financial demands:Brides who pick expensive bridesmaids

dresses and shoes place a financial demandon bridesmaids that may turn into a credit

card debt. Brides can acknowledge this sacri-

fice with a leather wallet.

The Rachel Wallet from Hobo Interna-

tional is a tri-fold wallet made with cowhide.

It has a vintage look and closes with a

double magnetic snap. There is an exte-

rior coin pocket and the interior has eight

credit card slots, ID window and three bill

pockets. About eight inches long and four

inches wide, available in six colors, $128 at

Hobobags.com.

Work demands:The big day is a work day for some

bridesmaids. They decorate the venue, haul

flowers from the church to the reception

hall, and tame embarrassing guests. Brides-

maids on their feet can benefit from a foot

spa.

The Conair Massaging Jet Foot Spa is a

heated foot bath with two whirlpool jet set-

tings. The spa has removable foot massage

rollers and a bubbles setting. The bottom

has a nonslip surface and the built-in side

handles are gripped to prevent slippage.

$34.99 at Conair.com.

Beauty demands:Image is everything to some brides. Their

bridesmaids endure pre-wedding color,

waxing, facials, manicures and pedicures.

Bridesmaids subjected to beauty demands

need a beautiful gift.

Window Box Kit from Macadamia Natu-

ral Oil is a set of hair care and treatment

products. The set includes the Heating Oil

Treatment which can be applied to dry or

wet hair before styling; rejuvenating sham-

poo, and deep repair masque. Also included

is an oil infused comb which is meant to

gentle detangle. $49.95 at MacadamiaHair.com.

Emotional demands:Some brides demand damage control.

Their bridesmaids deal with in-law, mother-

of-the-bride and ex-girlfriend drama. These

bridesmaids listen patiently, pass tissues, and

frequently tell the bride she’s right.

Heart jewelry represents the love and sup-

port given by bridesmaids. The Heart Truth

Pendant from Swarovski is a half-inch by

half-inch red crystal pendant. The pendant

has Siam crystal set into a rhodium plate.Fifteen inch chain, $80 at Swavorski.com or

Swavorski stores.

Time givers:Being a bridesmaid can be a significant

time commitment. Brides expect their

bridesmaids to attend multiple showers -

some out of state - and the bachelorette

party. Then, the weekend of the wedding is

completely devoted to the festivities.

Bridesmaids who give serious time should

get time back with a beautiful watch. The

Silver Mesh &Crystals watch

from Skagen has

tiny crystals in the

number positions.

The face plate is

colored glass avail-

able in pink or blue

and the mesh band

is made of steel.

The watch is analog

and has a safety

clasp and three year

battery life. $105 at

Skagen.com.

By Emilie Le Beau, McClatchy-Tribune (MCT), McClatchy-Tribune Information Services

Top invite questions

By Amy Eisinger, WeddingChannel.com


Can we tell guests our ceremony is

starting 30 minutes earlier than it re-

ally is? And if we’re all paying, thenwho’s “hosting” the wedding anyway?

Here, WeddingChannel.com answers your

top wedding invitation questions.

Q: When should I send my invitations?

Ideally, you should send your invitations

eight weeks before the wedding, so your

guests have time to make travel arrange-

ments. This applies even if you sent a

save-the-date earlier to give them a heads

up. Sending your invites this early means

you’ll have timely RSVPs (about three weeks

before the wedding), which still gives youtime to call any non-responders and make

your seating chart without stressing. At a

minimum, send your invitations six weeks

in advance and receive all of your responses

two weeks before the big day.

Q: We’re all chipping in for the wedding.

Since there’s no single host, whose name

goes first on the invite?

If multiple people are paying for the

wedding, there isn’t a hard-and-fast r ule

about whose name goes first. Traditionally,

the bride’s parents’ names followed by thebride’s name are first on the invitation, but

if everyone is hosting, you could write your

names and “together with their parents”

with both sets of names listed at the top.

Likewise, if you and the groom are splitting

the cost yourselves, there’s no need to write

your parents’ names first (or even include

them at all). Talk to your parents and see

what they like best, remembering that even

if the groom’s parents are chipping in, they

may still want to stick to traditional wording

on the invitation.

Q: Should I include a dress code on the

invites?

We’d recommend not telling your guests

how to dress unless absolutely necessary.

Still, we understand the fear that your one

crazy uncle might show up in khakis and

his favorite Hawaiian shirt to your black-tie

affair. When you must make a note of dress

code, etiquette dictates a few rules. Include

the dress code on the reception invitation

in the lower right-hand corner (it should

not go on an invite with ceremony infor-

mation). And be simple about it. Just write

“black-tie” or “black-tie invited” so there’sno confusion.

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Five people you need to thankat your wedding

By Emilie LeBeau, McClatchy-Tribune (MCT)


W eddings aren’t only about saying ‘I do.’ Saying ‘thank you’ to supportive family and friends is also impor-

tant. Couples need to send thank you notes for each

gift received and they also must acknowledge individuals who give

time and money to help make the big day special.

Here are five participants who deserve a bit of thanks and how

to make it special:

The Wine Cork Place Card Holders resemble real corks but are made withresin and have a two inch slot at the top. $12 for a set of eight at

UncommonGoods.com.

Give thanks to the bridal party:Bridesmaids often spend big money and time on helping make the

bride’s big day a success. Brides can give back after the wedding by

creating a personalize album that is professionally printed.

WeddingPaperDivas.com has an online photo album generator

in which brides can make custom photo albums. Brides can upload

photos from a computer or Web sites such as Flickr and then choose

colors, designs, and font. Spine choices include leather, silk and silk

spine. Pricing starts at $29.95 for 20 pages in the 8 x 8 size, each ad-

ditional page is 49 cents. WeddingPaperDivas.com

Acknowledge each other:Couples compromise during

wedding planning. She tolerates the

inclusion of his annoying friend

as best man while he agrees to

invitation bows that cost $8 each.

Newlyweds can show appreciation

after the wedding with personal-

ized gifts.

The Glossy Easel Art from Tiny Prints is a customizable

keepsake that couples can design online. Simply upload a photo,select easel size, and designate any special instructions. A customer

service representative will e-mail proofs for final confirmation. Pric-

ing starts at $15.99 for a 5 x 7 easel at TinyPrints.com

Give thanks to attendees:Most weddings feature boring favors. A handful

of hard Jordan almonds wrapped tightly in tulle

is easy to ignore. Couples can create personalized

favors by gathering photos of the bride or groom

posed with each guest. Position in a cute place-

holder the guest can display at home. Photos can

be recent or decades old. Tip: If the guest is an oldfriend of a parent, find a photo of the two from

back in the day.

Give thanks to families:For some couples, wedding expecta-

tions and budgets are high. Many family

members contribute cash to help make

the wedding a success. Contributorsdeserve a special card, separate from

the standard thank you note all guests

receive.

“Thank you for an Amazing &

Beautiful Wedding” by Jenny Sweeney Designs is a handmade card

designed to thank those who helped with the big day. The card is

4.25 x 5.25 and comes in a sparkly envelope. Made in Illinois. $4.50

at JennySweenyDesigns.com

Give thanks to gift givers.There’s a new trend in which

brides and grooms send photocards of themselves in place of

traditional thank you notes. This

means the card is not customized

and the gift is not individually

acknowledged. Couples interested

in properly giving thanks should

select blank cards with ample room to write a personal message.

The Traditional Green Intaglio Thank-You Notes from Crane’s

Stationary are made with 100 percent cotton and have 3 x 5 inches

of writing room. The front has “thank you” written in concave font

in a classic green color. $15 for 10 cards and 10 envelopes

at Crane.com

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Creation Photoscapes by Kevin KraynaW W W. C R E AT I O N P H O T O S C A P E S . C O M • 3 0 3 . 9 1 2 . 2 0 2 0

What I capture today through my lens I may never see again.

Perhaps it is a photo of your child. They may never again look the way they look today. That smile?

That frown? That smirk? Capture it today and you will always have it. Your wedding day? Especially your wedding day.

You entrust me with this special of all days and I will immerse myself into this opportunity.



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