My fiance and I have decided we would like to write our own vows but are not quite sure where to start, any suggestions?

BY MAR JENNINGS

Writing your own vows may seem daunting but it is an incredible way to say what you really mean to your soon-to-be-betrothed on such an...

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My mother wants me to wear her wedding dress; how do I refuse without hurting her feeling?

BY MAR JENNINGS

So let’s just say you have had your wedding dress picked out before you were even engaged, you have been dreaming about your perfect...

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What is the best way for me to organize all the different aspects of planning for my big day?

BY MAR JENNINGS

In one word: binder.  It does not have to be fancy, pretty or designer. It does have to be sturdy and high capacity! You can find pre-...

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I have been offered "something borrowed" from just about everyone, how can I choose and not hurt feelings?

BY MAR JENNINGS

The origin of “something borrowed” stems from the following rhyme:

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I have just gotten engaged and I really want to have an engagement party. How soon should we have it? How extravagant does it need to be? Who should we invite?

BY MAR JENNINGS

Three great questions.  The sooner you get organized the sooner you can celebrate.  And what a wonderful event to celebrate with...

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I would like to do my own flower arrangements and bouquets but am concerned they won't look professional. Any ideas?

BY MAR JENNINGS

Well you have come to right man! I believe that the bride-to-be’s hands can certainly achieve designer quality flower arrangements!...

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We really don't need any of the traditional bridal registry items, so can we ask for things we really need?

BY MAR JENNINGS

Yes, yes and yes!

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I was inspired by the royal wedding. Can I copy Kate's dress?

BY MAR JENNINGS

I, too, was inspired, as the wedding of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge was an amazing and memorable event. Many designers are already...

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How many speeches should there be at my reception?

BY MAR JENNINGS

I love to give speeches and lectures but not everyone can be ready to do so.  

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DJ or band at my wedding reception or can "we" do this ourselves?

BY MAR JENNINGS

Music is an integral part of our lives. My early ice skating days evolved around picking just the right music that would be both uplifting...

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Cake in the face, a do or a don't?

BY MAR JENNINGS

I see so many newly married couples standing happily in front of their beautiful wedding cake surrounded by their carefully selected...

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What if it rains on my wedding day?

BY MAR JENNINGS

They (whoever “they” are) say rain on your wedding day is good luck; well try telling that to the dripping wet bride! Rain on...

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Any original party favors ideas?

BY MAR JENNINGS

OK, I’ll take a sugared almond any day, but let’s try something a little more original and fun! There are endless options; it...

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Do I have to hire a team of beauticians for my wedding day?

BY MAR JENNINGS

It’s obviously important to get makeup and hair right. You have the dress, the shoes, the partner and hopefully the venue, so what...

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Heel or no heel, that is my question!

BY MAR JENNINGS

The shoes one wears on her wedding day are almost as—if not just as—important as the dress itself. So it brings us to the...

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Should I consider having a destination wedding?

BY MAR JENNINGS

First you have to decide if it will just be the two of you or if you are planning to invite friends and family. If you go the first route...

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I have a little budget does that mean i have to have a little wedding?

BY MAR JENNINGS

Just because you have a small budget does not mean you have to have a small wedding. It just requires you to be more resourceful. 

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Should my bridesmaids choose their own dresses?

BY MAR JENNINGS

Whether you have one bridesmaid or twelve, the dress is a direct reflection of the bride’s taste, not the bridesmaid’s....

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It's my second wedding. Can I wear white?

BY MAR JENNINGS

The answer is yes. You can pretty much get away with wearing anything these days, depending on the time and place. However, today's...

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Should I elope?

BY MAR JENNINGS

I’ll be honest here, if you need the cash, think your parents won’t approve or find yourself in Vegas dancing the night away...

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