Posted on November 7th, 2008 by Kori Ellis in Wedding Holidays
Eco-friendly or green weddings are increasing in popularity in recent years. And even if you aren’t going completely green with your wedding, you can do a few small things to help out the environment.
For your wedding invitations, use recycled paper, tree-free paper or seeded paper that germinates when planted. Companies like Botanical Paperworks offer wedding invitations on beautiful, handmade plantable seed paper. The paper grows gorgeous wildflowers. Check out the options at BotanicalPaperworks.com
Posted on November 7th, 2008 by Kori Ellis in Wedding Attire
If you are looking for affordable flower girl dresses, check out the collection from Jorma Bridal. 
They offers wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses and other bridal wear too, but their flower girl selection is very cute .
These green and purple dresses are just adorable. Available in sizes 2-12, their dresses are made to order. Check out JormaBridal.com for more details.
Rumors have been flying that Ashley Olsen was engaged to Justin Bartha and planning a $1 million wedding. 
But according to her rep Nicole Caruso, the gossip isn’t true.
“Contrary to several tabloid reports, Ashley Olsen is not engaged to be married,” Caruso told PEOPLE in an exclusive statement.
No doubt any Olsen wedding will be magnificent whenever it happens. Good luck to Ashley and Justin in their relationship. Maybe wedding bells will ring someday.
If you are looking for ways to reduce your wedding costs, you can do your own makeup, rather than pay for a makeup artist. In this video, Daniel Sandler demonstrates how to apply perfect wedding makeup.
If your are having a Scottish wedding, would you consider a plaid bridal gown? This wedding dress is made from Scottish wool and is available in the traditional red tartan print.
You can order this plaid wedding dress online at Splendid Gowns for $1,101.99 USD. Check out the blue plaid dress too.
Photo credit: Splendid Gowns
Alfred Angelo is offering 50% off every discounted bridal gown sample now through Tuesday, November 11th. If you are looking for a fantastic wedding dress without spending a fortune, this sale could be just what you need.
Visit AlfredAngelo.com to find a participating store near you. Just because a style is discontinued doesn’t mean that it isn’t beautiful!
Photo credit: Alfred Angelo
A beautiful gift idea for your bridesmaids is a necklace that they can wear on your wedding day. 
It doesn’t need to be anything really expensive - just something nice to show your appreciation.
This deep red pendant necklace from Dabby Reid Ltd. is a fantastic choice. It features a large stone complemented with several crystals along the chain.
If red doesn’t suit your wedding colors, it also comes in clear crystal or black. You can get this necklace now at Nordstrom for under $100.
Photo credit: Nordstrom
Feeling blue? Maggie Sottero offers a fantastic line of bridal gowns in an array of colors. Here is one of my favorites. The “Estella” gown in Blue Mist is really pretty. You can get it strapless or with lace cap sleeves (as pictured).
If you aren’t thrilled with blue, but love the style, this wedding dress also comes in All White, All Ivory, Light Gold and Lavender Mist. Check out the rest of the gorgeous wedding gowns available from Maggie Sottero at MaggieSottero.com.
Photo credit: Maggie Sottero
I always find it interesting to see what couples choose as wedding favors. 
Some give trinkets, some give candies and others give really cute, functional favors. I went to a wedding last month where the couple gave a scratch off lottery ticket to each guest.
To me, it seemed like they forgot to get favors so they just ran out and got 200 lottery tickets at the last minute. So, what do you think is a dollar lottery ticket a tacky choice in wedding favors? Or it a fun idea to give your guests a chance to win a big prize?
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In addition to luxurious casita accommodations, the deal includes a romantic staple of champagne and chocolate-covered strawberries, elegant dinner for two and a $1,000 shopping spree at Molina Fine Jewelers plus a champagne toast and roundtrip limousine service.
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