BRONZE BUDGET BRIDE

Have you seen the beautiful snow globes on sale right now at Things Remembered. My husband got me one for my birthday and I can tell you they make the kind of gifts that will be treasured forever. Each one play the most beautiful music and the falling snow is mesmerizing!

Right now you can buy them for as little as $19.99 here which is a great price for such a treasure. Make it even more special and have it personalized. Trust me your mom, bridesmaids, maid or matron of honor would be thanking you for this gift for a long, long time.

I am so excited to tell you about "The Brides Project" which gives small budget brides the chance to shop for wedding dresses at an affordable price and also give them the opportunity to give back to the community. "The Brides Project (TBP) is a non-profit organization of volunteers dedicated to raising funds for the programs of the Cancer Support Community (CSC) of Greater Ann Arbor through the resale of donated bridal gowns. Once-worn gowns donated by brides or unsold gowns donated by bridal shops are made available for purchase to brides-to-be at a considerable savings. All profits from the sale of the gowns go to the CSC to support programs and services for people touched by cancer."

Another wonderful thing about "The Brides Project" is that when a bride donates a dress she can write a heartfelt letter to the future wearer which is why they are called "Good Karma" dresses.

So please visit TheBridesProject.org to find out how you can support this organization.

After listening to complaints brides, I realize that not all the members of the bridal party do their fair share to help the bride. Below is a list of the duties of your maid/matron of honor as well as the bridesmaids. Feel free to print the list for your bridal party if you must.

A Maid/Matron of Honor:

*Helps the bride pick out her wedding dress
*Plans Bridal Shower
*Keeps bride on schedule
* Arrange back-up transportation
*Help the bride to get dress on wedding day
*Carry a small wedding day emergency bag
*Help keep bride clam
*Arrange bride's veil and train before she walks down the aisle
*Hold bride's bouquet
*Hold the groom's ring
*Witness signing of the Marriage License
*Touch-up bride's make-up before photos
*Give a speech at reception
*Dance with Best Man during bridal party dance
*Help the bride to change into second dress and/or departure attire
*Help to return rental pieces

The Bridesmaids:

*Help to assist the bride with small D.I.Y projects
*Help to pick out wedding dress and bridesmaid dresses
*Help the maid/matron of honor to plan the bridal shower
*Help to plan the bachelorette party
*Help with wedding favors
*Be ready on time on wedding day
*Socialize with guests prior to ceremony and after
*Dance, mingle and encourage dancing at the reception
*If single, participate and encourage single ladies to catch the bouquet
*Make sure the bride and groom eats

The hit UK show “Don’t Tell the Bride” is coming to America and OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network.  We are casting dynamic couples who are currently engaged, but lack the funds to have a dream wedding.  Each episode of “Don’t Tell the Bride” focuses on one couple’s big day and what it took to make the wedding happen.  The bride and groom agree to avoid all communication with each other for three weeks before the ceremony.  In exchange, the groom is given $25,000 to plan the entire wedding without the bride’s input.  Have no fear; each groom ultimately creates a unique wedding to celebrate his true love!

Casting Requirements:

 

- Must be over 21 years of age

- Currently engaged

- Willing and able to get legally married September 2011

- Have a few groomsmen and bridesmaids with big personalities willing to be on the show with you

- No long distance or destination weddings. You must be willing to marry within driving distance of couple’s residence(s).

Please email bride@shedmediaus.com with the following information:

• Bride’s name and Groom’s name
• Bride’s phone number
• Bride’s email
• Bride’s resident city
• Groom’s phone number
• Groom’s email
• Groom’s resident city
• A few sentences about you and why you are an ideal couple for the show
• Wedding status – where you are in the process
• Current photo of bride and groom (make sure we can clearly see you both)

It's hard to go wrong with edible favors and if you are a Camo Bride, in the military or marrying a soldier...these cookies are right up your alley. They are made with fresh Madagascar Vanilla Beans, simple ingredients but no chemicals or preservatives. They are decorated sugar cookies with royal icing and orders of 100 or more will get 10% off while orders 150 or more will get 15% off!







You can find these unique, Camouflage Cookies at Wedding Accents for $1.69 or less!

I love this dress! I bought it to wear to out on a date with hubby...I loved how it fit my body and he did too. It's one of those dresses that make you feel elegant yet sexy at the same time. If you are putting your bridesmaids in black for your wedding then this is an affordable option! It's $29.99 here on Amazon.com but your plus size bridesmaids can save even more and get it right here on Casual-Plus.com for only $17.99!

Do pay attention to the size chart though because from reading the reviews, I've noticed that some people have had to order a size larger than what they usually wear but other than that...it is a crowd favorite with 4 out of 5 stars.

"Vintage goods gone glam: wide metal cuffs embellished with vintage and designer fabrics!" That is how Erin Tagle, the artist behind these beautiful Designer Cuffs describes her creations and I'll tell you that from the moment I saw them on the Gussied Fanpage I've been in love. They are so unique and would be perfect for any Spring or Summer wardrobe. The vintage prints are beautiful, elegant and fun that they are the one-of-a-kind gifts that you'll want to give to your bridesmaids.



Yes, they are made of fabric and metal but don’t worry they’re not only waterproof but adjustable too!





If you are interested in getting your bridesmaids Gussied up, visit Erin's shop at www.Gussied.Etsy.com! Don't forget to use code: FBFIFTY to get 50% off your purchase!

Have you heard of the bridesmaid dress that can be converted and adjusted into 15 different styles? Well, if you watch My Fair Wedding on WeTV you may have seen it featured on the show recently and that dress is sold at Two Birds Bridesmaid starting at $270. Are you disappointed? Don't worry because I've found a more affordable option for you at Coralie Beatrix Etsy shop and it really is the perfect bridesmaid dress!



With this dress there is no more worrying about choosing a style that will flatter all your bridesmaids. You just pick the color you want, the length you want and all your bridesmaid can adjust the dress into a style that both of you love. So one can have a strapless look while the another can cover her shoulders.



Please note that some of the dresses are made from Nylon Spandex which is very breathable but does not shine, while the Poly Spandex dresses do not wrinkle and have a beautiful sheen. I am not sure if the fabric used at Two Birds Bridesmaid is a better quality but from the hundreds of positive feedback at Coralie Beatrix shop, this is a dress that all her customers loved.



The Coralie Beatrix Convertible Wrap Dress comes is adjustable up to a size 12, so if you need a larger or petite size then you will have to place a custom order but don't worry, Carolie will take care of you.



  Most of the short dresses are only $79.99 compared to $270 elsewhere and the long dresses are only $98.99, which is less than $211 cheaper than at the other site.

So, if you've been frustratingly trying to find the perfect dress for all your bridesmaids then please go here right now to www.CarolieBeatrix.Etsy.com too see all the colors that are available for you!