So your bridesmaids have agreed to fly out and attend you at your destination wedding. Okay, convincing them to lug their bridesmaids’ dresses to Tahiti wasn’t the hardest sell in the world, but certainly your girls deserve something for standing by your side on the other half of the world. But what bridesmaids’ gift best…
According to some new disturbing statistics released by Conde Nast, the average wedding has five bridesmaids, and the average cost of a bridesmaid dress is $138. Say it with us: Holy Moly, that’s a lot of money. The silver lining? The loopholes in this statement just may acquit your from attendant duty. For example, if…
With destination weddings catching on like tulle on rhinestones, there is one question on every bride’s mind: How do I safely transport my destination wedding dress? Well, here are a few suggestions from a recent Washington Post Article: use tissue and dry cleaner bags to stuff the dress so that it maintains its shape, put…
For a creative “something blue,” why not give your bridesmaids festive “something blue” wedding thongs as bridesmaids’ gifts? While you’re at it, invest in a pair for yourself, then take an unforgettable picture flashing the camera in your fancy bridesmaid dresses and funky thongs (pre-ceremony, of course). The bachelorette party is the perfect time to…
For an innovative centerpiece idea, why not consider different champagne flutes instead of the traditional vases, bells, or fishbowls? Start by choosing varying styles, like starlight, frosted, and Venetian. Then fill with festive confetti, almonds, flower petals, or fake snow. Surround the base with candles for a super-unique look! The champagne flutes could also double…
For every spring and summer wedding, there are disgruntled guests wishing they could be out on a boat, manning a BBQ, or basically anywhere but sitting in uncomfortable chairs at a hot season wedding. Bridesmaids feel this pain worse than any, being forced to endure hot itchy bridesmaids’ dresses in the boiling sun while the…
Before you get too sulky about donning your wrong-shade-of-green bridesmaid dress that makes you look like burrito dip, see a film that might have you cherishing every last scrap of satin and chiffon. The UK’s “Confetti”, a wedding spoof documentary featuring stand-out acting from the lovable characters from BBC’s The Office, features the most outlandish…
His and Hers Favors You’ve heard that halter bridesmaid dresses are a hot wedding trend right now. But have you heard of this hot-off-the-press wedding idea: His and Hers wedding favors. Instead of struggling to come up with an adequate unisex wedding favor, doling out the generic candles and Jordan almonds, why not hand out…
You love all your bridesmaids of course, but chances are there’s something about your Maid of Honor that makes her truly special. She’s proved her friendship countless times along the way, so why not give her a special honor on your big day? One great way to do this is by distinguishing her bridesmaid’s dress….
We know what you’re thinking: isn’t wearing a hideous bridesmaid dress enough of a wedding gift? Well faithful bridesmaid, that’s for you to decide. But if the bride in your life did hook you up with an actually decent bridesmaid dress, or if you’re just feeling particularly gracious, here’s a few hot registry items culled…
