Wedding Advice Blog For Brides

Sometimes you’ll be asked to say a few words at the rehearsal dinner. It can be obvious when a Best Man isn’t prepared to speak twice, so be sure you know what you’d say if asked to avoid repeating yourself. Now, don’t go looking in your contract and claim that you never agreed to more [...]

This option isn’t for the testosterone-challenged. How about a white water rafting or kayaking half-day or full-day class/tour for the group? These can be organized with a guide who gives instructions-and who can save your butt when you take a bath.
Personally, I like the idea of organizing a rock-climbing class. If your group is [...]

This is an actual Best Man’s speech that was written according to this handbook’s method. The couple liked it so much, they put it in their wedding album:
“First, I’d like to thank Rich for allowing me the privilege of being his Best Man. It seems to be genetically encoded in all men to choose the [...]

“Focus on the couple and don’t make it overly sarcastic. Try instead to add some humor as a way of setting the tone for the rest of the evening.”
“Let the crowd get a feeling for the couple and not just the Groom, and let them express some of their good wishes. A good speech brings [...]

Don’t allow the use of any recording devices at the bachelor party. The Groom should not have to worry about drunken pictures of him surfacing in the future. It’s the job of the Best Man and Groomsmen to see that this doesn’t happen, even if it’s done in good taste or with the best of [...]

One truth about bachelor parties is that there are very few rules about what you can do. The best format is to break up the event into segments that allow for natural breaks during which older guests have an opportunity to leave without feeling “inadequate.” Money and imagination are your only two obstacles, but here [...]

A popular bachelor party idea is a round of golf. Depending on the size of the group playing, it’s a good idea to call ahead and speak with the pro or starter. They’ll be able to get the groups off in an organized manner without making your guests wait for separate starting times.
If you [...]

The last piece of luggage was packed, the trunk slammed shut with a thud, and they were off. Ian and Laura graduated from college in the spring, and this was their first trip back to school for a visit. Laura knew she would cry when she watched the play in which her friends were appearing. [...]

A diamond is forever. A diamond will only be forever if you take care of it. If you don’t, a diamond can chip, fracture, or break. Even a diamond should come with a care instruction.

 A diamond is the toughest thing in the world. People confuse hardness with toughness. A diamond is the hardest thing in [...]