Gift Registry

Word of mouth is the best way to let everyone know where you are registered. Make sure your wedding party and parents know so they can clue in guests when they ask. It's okay to include the link to your wedding web page in your invitations. And conveniently enough, that's where you can post info like your registries. Remember if people ask you where you're registered -- or even what you would like as a gift -- it's okay for you to tell them the names of the stores. It's not as if word can be spread only by those close for you. You shouldn't worry about it, people will ask and let others know.
 
Transportation
There are a number of classy and daring ways to make an entrance on your big day. Here are just a few ways to spice up your wedding transportation:
Larger than life limos: Rent a Hummer or Expedition sized limo so that you and your party guests have plenty of room to stretch.
Equestrian: If you are at an appropriate location, you can enter your wedding on horseback or make a beautiful horse drawn carriage your getaway car. If you are getting married in a snowy, winter scene, consider a sleigh.
Taxi!: If you live in a big city and just want to have fun, consider taking a taxi to your ceremony. It’s fast, relatively inexpensive, and readily available!
Party Bus: Got a large crew of people to get to your nuptials? Consider renting a party bus! Have fun on the way to and from your wedding with their television sets and comfortable seating.
By boat: If you are getting married by the sea or by water, make a dramatic entrance by arriving on a beautiful yacht.
By air: For the couple that wants to pull out all the stops, arrive to your wedding by air. Helicopters and air balloons will make a very interesting and dramatic entrance.

 



 

 

Special car: Whether it’s a limited edition sports car or an elegant classical car, consider using a special rental car for just you and your partner on your special day.

If you are on a tight budget, consider just driving your own vehicles to and from your wedding, and use the back entrance. As long as you can safely get your wedding party where they need to be without ruining hair, makeup or clothing, that’s all that really matters for wedding transportation. While arriving in a limo is considered to be the traditional way to go, there are many ways to make your wedding day even more special by considering alternative transportation ideas. Just remember to consider your guests and your wedding party and make sure that everyone has a safe and reliable way to arrive on your wedding day.
 
 
 
Who Pays?

The Bride's Family

All of the reception costs

Bridesmaid's bouquets and flowers

Decoration/flowers for the reception and ceremony

Music for the ceremony and reception

Groom's wedding gift and wedding band

Bridesmaid's gifts and hotel rooms

Photographer and videographer

Invitations and announcements

Bride's gown and accessories

All transportation

The groom's Family

Bride's ring and wedding gift

Marriage license

Groomsmen's gifts

Bride's bouquet and corsage

Mother's and Grandmother's corsages

Boutonnieres for groomsmen and fathers

Clergyman's fee

Rehearsal Dinner

The Honeymoon
 
Gifts for Attendants
The perfect way to thank your bridesmaids and groomsmen…as well as your parents, your flower girl and your ring bearer…our collection of personalized gifts and unique wedding gifts is sure to please! From bridesmaid monogrammed totes to golf-themed gifts for the groomsmen to adorable toys for the children in your wedding, we carry the wedding gifts you’re looking for. And if you need a gift for the happy couple, our engagement gifts are affordable and original! You’ll love our traditional and trendy wedding gifts!
 
Rehearsal Dinner

Who's invited to the rehearsal dinner?

The rehearsal dinner guest list can include just the two of you, your immediate families, the wedding party, the officiant, and the officiant's spouse. Or it can be a larger event, including all the out-of-town guests.
 
 

What's the meaning of "something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue"?

This tradition comes from an Old English rhyme ("Something Olde, Something New, Something Borrowed, Something Blue, a Sixpence in Your Shoe") and the four objects that the bride adds to her wedding outfit or carries with her on her wedding day, which are simply good luck charms. Don't stress too much about them -- they're the little tokens of love your mother, sister, other relatives, and attendants will give you.