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Looking for a unique way to make your big day a little more unforgettable and entertaining? Try renting a photo booth for your wedding. Photo Booths supply a fun and memorable way for you and your guests to interact and create amazing mementos of your special day.Photo booths are a hot new trend ...

Choosing the accessories for your wedding gown can be a fine line. On the one hand, you want to look as elegant as possible, but on the other hand, you wouldn’t want to look overdone. The question is how many bridal accessories should you wear to achieve the perfect look for your wedding?Th...

Wedding favors often evoke a “been there, done that” response from wedding guests. Looking for something a little more memorable than a bag of Jordan almonds? Here are our top choices for a few inspiring guest thank-yous.Late night munchiesAfter dancing for hours, rolling out individu...

Posted by Sherri Caudell Brennan, Shopping and Fashion Market EditorRobindira Unsworth is the "go to" company for inspired jewels that transport you to another world. This time, the husband-and-wife team channeled the sights and sounds of Turkey and Greece, which they recently visited, ...

If you’re in the midst of planning a wedding, you know that Saturday is the most expensive day of the week for your ceremony and reception, followed by Sunday, Friday and then the rest of the days of the week.Everyone knows you can save money by having your wedding on an off-day, but would ...

As you may have heard, our parent company, Tiny Prints, is on the search for America’s cutest families, couples and children (up to age 10) with our Tiny Prints Talent Search.  Be sure to enter your photos for an opportunity to shine!In the meantime, here are some sample entries of couples that h...

Posted by Jennifer Miranda, Associate EditorWe know how important little Olive and Otto are to you. In fact, we've been advocating for the inclusion of pets in the wedding ceremony for years, whether as ring bearer or as an escort to your reception location.So what do you think of inviting y...

Posted by Britni Wood, Style ExpertI've always loved the idea of a Hen Party. And while nothing takes the place of a fun all-nighter of a bachelorette party, there's something sweet and sincere about throwing a brunch or luncheon before your big day for all the women in your life. I&#03...

Posted by Katie Hatch, Style DirectorRolling Pin Productions is one of the best sources for custom cookies out there. They can mimic any font in a monogram and create amazing replicas of anything. The weirdest request they've fulfilled: a police- hat-wearing fish carrying a dive flag and usi...

Everyone has been buzzing about Ivanka Trump’s glamorous wedding gown, which features lacy sleeves inspired by Grace Kelly’s regal wedding dress.This gorgeous twist on classic wedding dress style has us wondering if sheer or lacy sleeves are the next chic look for wedding gowns. What ...

Posted by Cara Sullivan, Beauty ExpertOne of the hottest beauty trends right now is the matte lip.It can be tricky to pull off, but I came across this photo gallery thatshowcases seven ways to wear it, and each look is really, really beautiful. Mypersonal favorite is this shot of Eva Mendes, belo...

Posted by Matthew Robbins, ContributorTable numbers and menu cards are often an afterthought, but they can really bring a magical and finishing touch to your table design. Take this fabulous wedding, for example. It was held at Blue Hill Stone Barns, one of my absolute favorite venues and restaur...

Posted by Katie Hatch, Style DirectorMy former co-crafter Laura Normandin (whose wedding was in our pages this past Summer) made these great thank you notes using simple bird clip art. If you look closely, you can see that she affixed a little note saying "thank you" in the bird's ...

Wedding veils are a common site at weddings and are often chosen by brides who are planning a traditional and formal wedding.The origins of the wedding veil date back many centuries and are deep rooted in many cultures across the world. One of the first dates back many centuries when it is said t...

I came across this unique peacock wedding cake on San Francisco Style Unveiled, and it got me thinking about how gorgeous peacock feathers are and how lovely they can be as wedding inspiration.Whether you use actual feathers as centerpieces or cake decor, or you simply borrow the bold colors of t...

Posted by Sherri Caudell Brennan, Shopping and Fashion Market EditorLittle White Dresser is hands down one of my favorite Etsy.com dealers. When she's not studying textile design full time in Tel Aviv, 26-year-old Avishag sews, knits, crochets, and paints to create the most amazing belts, ha...

Posted by Talley Sue Hohlfeld, Etiquette ExpertSometimes couples wish they could invite some children to their wedding, but not others.That's incredibly risky. Because the advice they are given—which their guests are hearing, too—says "If you invite one child, you have to invite them al...

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Get into the spirit of a holiday wedding with festive jewelry! Special earrings, bracelets, and necklaces with a holiday twist are the perfect way to set the stage for a Christmastime wedding. Unique jewelry with a holiday theme is ideal for everyone from the bride to the bridesmaids to the flow...

HawaiianMoon.comThe first step in planning a Hawaiian themed wedding is choosing the perfect location. When you think about Hawaii you picture lush outdoor landscapes full of tropical beauty. Depending on your location, this may seem like a big obstacle, but not if you think outside of the box....

As a wedding officiant, the unity candle ceremony is a big part of many of the weddings I perform. Ten years ago, a plain white pillar candle was all that was available. Now, there are many beautiful and unusual candle sets that turn this wonderful ceremony into a valued keepsake. Read on for so...

Posted by Shira Savada, Real Weddings Editor BIG news everyone.This month you’ll start to notice some tweaks in our blog posts, including our real weddings. Instead of just one a month, I’ll be bringing you one a week! Even more exciting? We’re partnering with Abby from Style Me Pretty, who will...

I love the rustic charm of this elegant photo shoot from Photorange Photography. Kylee and Austin used simple props to transform the shoot from cute and sweet to chic and charming as well.I absolutely adore the chalkboard “Love” sign and think it would be the perfect motif for a multi...

Posted by Lauren Richel, Color and Design ExpertSunny Yellow, Marigold, and Wheat BrownFall is finally here, and it's one of my favorite times of year. Unfortunately, it’s always when I seem to catch a cold and end up living on honey-lemon cough drops (two of my favorite flavors) until it su...

Here’s your opportunity to shine! Our parent company, Tiny Prints, is on the search for America’s cutest families, couples and children (up to age 10).If you want to be the face of  our 2010 advertising campaign, you can submit your best photos to the Tiny Prints Talent Search for a chance ...

Posted by Sherri Caudell Brennan, Shopping and Fashion Market EditorAt MSW, we think anniversaries are a good thing. In fact, our 15th is coming soon (more on that as we get closer to the release of our winter 2010 issue), and we just celebrated it with a big party. So we're thrilled to anno...

Posted by Talley Sue Hohlfeld, Etiquette ExpertI just got a note from a reader via our AskMartha e-mail box asking how she can do something special for her groom. (He does sound pretty wonderful, too; he goes out of his way to make her feel special, and to take on her problems as though they were...

Many grooms choose to head out for a round of golf with their groomsmen and male relatives on the morning of the big day, but that doesn’t mean golf is the only activity available to the groom and his buddies. Here are a few other ideas that will make the day even more memorable:Play a spor...

Today's Etiquette Monday is perfect for a Maid of Honor or Bridesmaid that may be hosting a shower in a brides honor! Bridal showers can be casual, whimsical or elegant solely depends on the theme that has been selected for the event. ...