Hot Fall Wedding Trends for 2011

Fall Wedding Color Trends
The typical fall wedding colors like purples, golds and browns will always be popular palette choices.

Fall Wedding Flower Trends
Dahlias are going to be huge this fall, so it’s abundant and relatively inexpensive in most parts of the country. Dahlias also come in a variety of shapes and sizes, from mini dahlias to dinner plate dahlias that can reach up to 10 inches in diameter, perfect for filling out centerpieces!

Fall Wedding Reception Trends
Long farm-style wooden tables topped with burlap runners and low, lush floral arrangements (that don’t block conversation) will create an intimate vibe.

Fall Wedding Cake Trends
Because of  William and Kate’s groom’s cake. Chocolate cake will be popular in 2011 fall.

Fall Wedding Dress Trends
While strapless dresses are still the number-one selling wedding dress style, more formal dress designs with sleeves, lace and fuller skirts are big for fall.

Fall Wedding Food Trends
Give a nod to autumn by starting with warm mulled wine and hot apple toddies at cocktail hour. A pumpkin spice soup course, cheese plates with warm bread and apple cobbler with fresh apple slices are all ideas that’ll really play off of the season.

Fall Wedding Invitation Trends
Wooden invites or save-the-dates set the tone for a casual wedding while pretty raffia and lace wraps and patterned envelope liners will add a personalized element to traditional, elegant invitations.

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Circle of Promise

You’ve finlly found the one, who deserves nothing but the best of you. It’s time to get that perfect ring for your beautiful bride–a nice diamond ring that sits pretty on her finger, blinding the guests with its sparkles. A wedding ring generally compromises of three parts–setting, metal band and the diamond.

Metal band

That would either be white gold, yellow gold or platinum. Just a note that the higher the karat rating for gold bands, there’s a higher percentage of pure gold in a piece, not only making it richer in colour but softer too. As the karat decreases, other metal elements are added. This will distort the colour to a reddish blue stone. Couples are opting more for a platinum metal band these days. It is the purest, rarest and heaviest precious metal that is not only very soft, but extremely dense.

Diamond

Ah, Known as a girl’s best firend and also highlight of the ring, it is the marvelous diamond. A diamond’s worth is measured by famous 4Cs–Carat, Clarity, Colour and Cut.
Carat is the unit of weight for the diamond. Though you might want a wind-blowingly huge diamond, it does not necessarily mean it will look nice on all women. You might need to consider the slenderness of your bride’s fingers to see if they fit together.
Claritydescribes the purity of a diamond. This is determined by the number, size, nature, and location of the internal and external imperfections.
Colour describes the amount of colour the diamond contains. This ranges from colourless to yellow with slight tints of yellow to brown, blue, green, pink, and red. These fancy colors are uncommon and therefor more valuable.
Cut refers to proportions, finish, symmetry and polish of the diamond. These factors determine the fine and brilliance of a diamond. Yes, quality cutting is the secret behind those spellbinding sparkles.

Setting

A setting is the mountings which attach the diamond to the ring’s band.
Solitaire: Timeless and elegant, solitaire rings remain as a brides’ favourite throughout the years.
The-Stone: A band that focuses not only on a single gem, but one that highlights a row of three matched stones. Each stone representing the past, present and future of a relationship.
Pave: Covering the band with smaller diamonds and a bigger one in the middle, the bling cannot be any more obvious than this.
Bezel: Known for its durability, bezel rings feature metal bands that wrap around a circular diamond to hold it in place.
Of course there are other alternatives, amongest which are the flush setting, bar setting and the chic invisible setting.

Since you’re going to marry this girl, it is expected of you to already know some of her perferences. You do not want to jeopardize your amazing, creative and romantic proposal so always remember to only buy diamonds from recegnized jewelery stores. Happy hunting!

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Who,What and Where of Themed Wedding

Showing off your personality, taste and life as a couple? Check out these three themes to find your ideal wedding sytle.
The urban wedding
Who? Chic, sophisticated city-dwellers who just love everything about their fast-paced and mordern lifestyle.
What? Casual affair is not something you have in mind. Alluring, sleek gowns for the bride and a chic, black-tie minimalist suit for the groom. Your wedding reception will include will include a cocktail hour with metropolian drinks before the food is served.
Where? Your wedding venue boasts of elegance and definitely in the heart of the city. Grab that cell and dial up Four Seasons Hotel, Naumi Hotel or Mandarin Oriental.
The hopeless romantics wedding
Who? You think everyday is spring where flowers bloom beautifully. Poems, love verses and chocolates are your best friends. Basically, you love Love.
What? Arriving in style for you will be a horse-drawn carriage decorated with delicate floral arrangements. Your vows are roman-tically origianl, and your ceremony is filled with roses and pink.
Where? A great place to hold your wedding will be in the lush gardens, or by the beach. Nothings feels more romantic to you than the sounds of birds or gentle tickles of sea breeze.
The artsy-fartsy wedding
Who? Art is more than just a hobby, it is the way of life to you. You know every famous artist and their works at the back of your hand. You actully enjoy the eccentric stuffs.
What? Since being different is what you’re all about. Be experimental and mix things up. The bridal gown could be in ivory, but with a splash of colour. And for the grooms, leave that bow-tie out and indulge in a little four-in-hand-tie.
Where? Anywhere you wish! Do make sure you get legal permits though, getting a lawsuit is not exactly a smart move. And don’t fret about the decor, you’re exposed enough to welcome the unconventional.

Whatever theme is may be, a wedding should express your life as a couple – your partnership. Draw back memories of yourselves, take this as a journey to relive your most fantastic moments, only to make you stronger for the upcoming ones.

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Engagement Rings with Colorful Stones

Do you want to buy a unique engagement ring when you are going to propose to your lover? Enagement rings with colorful stones are stylish, unlike traditional rings, the colorful stones make the whole rings look more charming. Here are six rings.

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Colors For Wedding

From wedding dress to bridesmaid dresses and cakes to flowers – every aspect of your wedding must be planned carefully for the big day! If you’ve ever been to one or two wedding, you probably realize the importance of wedding colors. Everything about the wedding is planned according the colors the bride chooses. So, here are guides to help you plan wedding colors.
1. Choose the Right Colors for Your Wedding Dresses
Many brides often use their favorite colors for wedding dresses – whihe, pink, red, fuchsia, burgundy, plum, purple, or blue. But before you choose colors, you’d better find some photos of various weddings from the past. Look at a variety of color patterns and combinations before making your choice. You may find colors that you like much better than your usual favorites.
Considering what the colors of your wedding dresses will look with other colorful items once it is all put together for the big wedding day. The bridesmaid dresses will be matched with flowers, mother of the bride dress, flower girl dresses, accessories, and even the reception decor.
2. Wedding Dresses with a little Color
A growing trend is to add a little color to the wedding gown. This is perfect for the bride who wants more than the formal wedding gown. Some brides have color sprinkled throughout their wedding gowns with embroidery. The gorgeous embroidery patterns come to life on the wedding dress when color highlights are added. These are available in a variety of colors painting on an ivory or white wedding gown.
3.Test Wedding Color Combinations
Don’t be afraid to mix unusual colors before making your choice. Some color combinations will probable surprise you. For example, not all people would choose bright peach, bright yellow, but these are actually beautiful when coordinated with white in wedding flower arrangements with yellow dresses! Try out a variety of combinations to find the right wedding colors for you.
4. Choose Colors that Complement You
It’s your special day. Choose colors that complement your hair and skin tone. You’ll choose colors that make you look beautiful on wedding day. If you often look great in red, then you’ll probably use fantastic in red decor and red bridesmaid dresses. Maybe you can even add some red embroidery colors to your bridal dress. Whatever color suits you should work fine for the wedding.
5. Other Considerations
Other things to consider before choosing your wedding colors will be the colors of the church or building where the wedding will be held, the types of flowers available for that time of year (if using real ones), and the availability of wedding dresses in those colors.
Once you choose colors for your wedding dresses and flowers, you’re ready to start planning the wedding. To save time, you can find a wide variety of cheap wedding dresses, bridesmaids dresses, and even prom dresses gowns online. Be sure to choose the colors you love. After all, it is your special day!

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Outdoor Fall Weddings

Set a Date
When planning an outdoor wedding, research the normal weather patterns for your area. For example, if you live in the northeast, determine what the average daily temperature is for the date you want to schedule your wedding. Based on the average decide if the temperature is acceptable for guests to be comfortable outside without additional clothing such as coats. If the normal temperature is too cold, move the date to earlier in the season or hold the ceremony indoors. It is not advisable to schedule the ceremony if the weather is not suitable or you and the guests will be uncomfortable.
Choose a Venue
Good choices for outdoor fall weddings are parks, country clubs, mountains, and even gardens. Though flowers won’t be blooming like they do in the spring and summer, many outdoor venues will reflect the brilliance of fall foliage. Mountain settings book as much as a year in advance for fall weekends so make sure you call well in advance if you choose a mountain location.
Plan for Weather Mishaps
Unlike indoor locations, when planning an outdoor wedding it is imperative to have a back up plan in the event of poor weather. Depending on what type of venue you scheduled, there may be a building close by that can be used if rain, wind, or snow threaten. Other options include tents or awnings as long as they are large enough to cover all the guests and not just the wedding party.
Party Rentals
Outdoor weddings typically require chairs, tables, and even lighting to be rented. Determine the number of guests that can be seated comfortably in the designated area and rent accordingly. If the reception is going to be held in the same general area or the guest list is small, chairs can be moved by the staff to the reception area after the ceremony. For daytime ceremonies, lighting is probably not required but for late afternoon or evening ceremonies, lighting should be rented. This may be as simple as torches placed along walk ways, patio lights strung throughout the area, or actual lights professionally wired. Consult with the venue coordinators to confirm whether any permits are required to use electricity or open flames.
Flowers and Decorations
Fall outdoor weddings lend themselves to fall colors and foliage. Instead of the traditional cut flower arrangements, choices may include large baskets of mums in bright orange, reds, and yellows. Silk autumn leaves tied with matching ribbons can add a rustic charm. Since most outdoor weddings take place in scenic venues, keep the flowers and other decorations simple so as not to detract from the area’s ambience. Using potted plants also cuts down on the expense and can be planted and maintained as a keepsake from the event.

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