Lifestyle & Trends - Bridal

Tips for planning an 'attainable' destination wedding

Planning a wedding in a more "attainable" destination is becoming popular among couples who want to enjoy a warm or unconventional location while also offering their guests an affordable and fun getaway. These days, it's not overly difficult for a couple to plan a destination wedding, even when both members of the bridal couple live a long distance from the chosen city. If you've recently become engaged, and are thinking you might be interested in planning a destination wedding, check out these tips to help you easily organize everything, even from afar.

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The dos and don'ts of wedding correspondence

One of the biggest wedding trends of recent years has been taking a more casual, less buttoned-up approach to the big day. From looser dress codes to skipping seated dinners in favor of passed hors d'oeuvres, brides and grooms have shifted the focus away from tradition to customization. The ultimate goal is a wedding that is perfectly "you," expressing your identity as a couple. But even if you plan to buck the old ways, there are some guidelines you'll want to follow when it comes to your wedding stationery.

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DIY your way to a fairytale wedding

You've dreamed of this day your entire life - from the vows to the dress to the reception decor. But often, it can take a king's ransom to make the fairytale wedding of your dreams a reality. Fortunately, cost-conscious brides have discovered they can plan a wedding that's fit for a queen - even on a shoestring budget. All it takes is a little creativity and know-how.

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Say 'I do' to the season's trendiest bridal accessories

Finally found the perfect dress? Now it's time to go from blushing bride to a fashion stand-out your family and friends will be talking about for years.

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Changing your name? What you should know to protect against identity theft

After the "I do's" are said, will you change your last name? Brides consider a host of factors when answering that question - everything from how a name change might affect a woman's sense of identity to how having the same last name can make a family feel more bonded. Our modern world has added a new element for brides to consider - the risk of identity theft.

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