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By Lisa Beth Miller When selecting a wedding gown, it is important to accept the fact that in most cases, alterations will be an absolute requirement! Many brides become frustrated because they believe that because they are measured for a gown, it will be cut to their exact body proportions. This is not the case at all. A bridal consultant is simply gathering data (bust measurement, waist measurement, hip measurement, height) to determine which standard size will fit the bride best. An experienced consultant will explain this process and will point out in advance where adjustments will be needed. For example, perhaps a bride’s hip measurement requires her to order a size 8 in her wedding gown, but her bust measurement falls into the size 6 range, the consultant should mention to the bride that side/bust alterations will be required …

By Rebecca Barnes, Publisher of Brides & Weddings Signup for Bridal Buzz newsletter  Your wedding is one of the most memorable days of your life, and having your closest friends by your side can make it even more memorable. Asking your friends to be a part of your wedding party is an exciting and important task, and you may want to do it creatively and memorably. Here are some cute ways to ask friends to be in your wedding: Personalized Gifts Create personalized gifts for your friends, such as a customized wine glass or a photo album filled with memories you have shared together. Attach a note to the gift asking them to be a part of your special day. Brunch Date Invite your friends for a fun brunch date and surprise them with a special request to be a …

By Lisa Beth Miller Okay …we left off with nine to twelve months before the big day on our last installment of “Your Wedding Timeline,” so let’s continue with the things you should be doing six to nine months before your wedding! At this point in the planning stages, you should select and order your wedding invitations and other personalized stationery items such as save-the-date cards and thank-you notes. At this time, you could also begin to arrange airline deals and group hotel accommodations for your out-of-town guests. Some people love to plan ahead, so it is absolutely not too early to start providing this kind of information to your friends and family members! It would now be a great time to sign contracts with your caterer, photographer, band or DJ, and any other vendors you have decided upon. It …

If you are looking for a practical, and cute gift for your bridesmaids, look no further.  This monogrammed tote by Krafty Chix is the perfect solution.  http://kraftychix.com has a full assortment of items, but we especially liked this roomy tote. Great for every day or a quick weekend trip, this will be something they will keep and use for years. Customized with your gal pal’s initical’s, your gift will be personal as well as practical.  Visit Krafty Chix’s website to see their selection of unique and customizable items.  #kraftychix

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