February 2012
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January 2012
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YOU GOT THE RING… NOW WHAT?
From the blog of Hildebrand Photography……..
By visiting the Seattle Wedding Expo, you will learn from the best in the business – all in one place all under one roof.
Seattle Wedding Expo
January 14-15, 2012
Seattle Center
299 Mercer St, Seattle, WA 98109
Phone: (206) 684-7200
Hours
Saturday; 10 am to 4 pm
Sunday; 11 am to 4 pm
Tickets: $15.00 – buy your tickets now...
December 2011
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Winners Of BridesClub Contest!
Recently many of you may have participated in the Most Romantic Proposal Give Away! This was a fun contest we ran on the BrideClub Facebook page for engaged couples to submit their engagement stories to us for a chance to win a trip Vegas! It was amazing to read all of the wonderful stories! Once the story and photo were submitted, our facebook fans got to vote on them.
The lucky winner was...
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Spring 2012 Color Trends Are Here!
Dance Into Spring 2012
Directly from the color experts at Pantone…….
For spring 2012 designers are inspired by diverse influences, showcasing a range of styles and lifestyles, from free and playful and light and breezy, to contemporary classics. Colors likewise reflect these differing moods, encapsulating vivid brights, soft muted tones and fun-loving pastels. “Consumers...
October 2011
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Dazzle Your Guests With A Stunning Guest Table
When your guests arrived at the reception, if you want to really blow their minds, the place to start is really the guest tables! Then mold the rest of your decor around them. Well decorated guest tables will pull together the whole reception.
A great centerpiece is the anchor of beautifully decorated table. Traditional floral arrangements can always do the trick! There are tons of...
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From The BridesClub Vendor Blog - Photographing A...
Photo & Blog By Gordon Star Photography!
We recently received an email about a situation during a wedding with a blended family, so we would like to address this little-talked-about aspect of a wedding day.
“My daughter’s father remarried. When the photographer called for the bride’s family, my ex-husband and his wife ran up there and his wife stood next to my daughter...
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Wedding Reception Locations At The Seattle Wedding...
I wanted to share some beautiful wedding venues in the Seattle area. These wonderful venues will be exhibiting at the Seattle Wedding Expo this January 14th & 15th at the Seattle Center Exhibition Hall! See www.bridesclub.com for details….
Blue Ribbon Cooking - They are a unique venue location over the water on Lake Union. They offer all inclusive wedding packages custom tailored to...
September 2011
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Thank You Brides And Wedding Pros!
Just wanted to say a big THANK YOU to all the brides, grooms, bridesmaids, mother-of-the-brides, father-of-the-brides, friends of the brides and of course the AMAZING Wedding Professionals that made the Fall Wedding Expos a great success this last couple of weeks! We had a great time and enjoyed seeing each and every one of you!
At the Seattle Wedding Expo, Prop Gallery made the fashion show...
August 2011
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Wedding Photography Tips
This is Dawn Hildebrand of Hildebrand Photography. My biggest tip to saving money on your wedding photographer is to book us at the expos. We run specials for expos only plus it helps guarantee you book your favorite photographer before anyone else takes your date.
2. choose a photographer based on their style of photography and very importantly, their personality. Your photos will turn out much...
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Helpful tips for making the most of your wedding...
1. Hire a professional DJ!
I know it seems funny to hear a photographer promote a DJ but it’s a very
integral part of your wedding day.
a. They keep you at ease by making your reception run smoothly so you don’t have to.
b. They set the mood with great music to keep your guests happy.
c. They make sure the events ie. cake cutting, first dance etc. happen in a timely fashion so...
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Candy Buffets!! A Real Treat!
(photo provided by Sugar Box Hawaii) If you happened to be watching New Day Northwest on Tuesday, then you probably saw Brad Buckles of BridesClub.com sharing the wonderful creations of Burning Cupcakes! (If you didn’t catch it, click here)Among their sweet array of sugary goodness was a candy buffet!! Yummy! Candy buffets are becoming more and more popular as a way to transform the...
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Photobooths At Your Wedding!
What a great addition to your wedding! A photobooth is a unique way to create a fun lasting memory for your guests!
Photo Box Hawaii was the life of the party at the Hawaii Bridal Expo last month, they set up their photobooth and drew the crown in!
Some photobooths will provide you with the usual strip of photos that you would expect but with Photo Box, they provide you and your guests with a...
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Wedding Expo Line Up!!
With the July Hawaii Bridal Expo in the rear view for now, we are getting ready for the Fall Wedding Expos in the Seattle area this September! If you are planning a wedding or know someone who is, plan on visiting the Wedding Expo near you! Here’s the line up…..
Seattle - Septemeber 10th & 11th at the Seattle Center Exhibition Hall
Tacoma - September 17th & 18th at the...
July 2011
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Setting The Mood With Lighting
Many elements work together to create the ambiance at a wedding reception. One of those elements is the lighting. Harsh or too dim lighting can affect the overall “feel” of the reception.
Luckily, many options are available in lighting to enhance your wedding reception. Party rental companies rent a variety of lighting fixtures for any type of reception. If you are having an...
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Wedding Insurance.... A Must Have
While you’ve been planning your wedding you have probably been wrapped up in all the fun and pretty aspects of the big day, like the dress, flowers, venue, photographers, decorations, cake, desserts, caterers, ect. But one of the less glamorous items you shouldn’t forget about is insurance. Yep, wedding insurance!
If you have wedding insurance, depending on the policy you choose,...
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Desserts, Desserts, Desserts!
I for one am just so excited that there are plenty of alternatives to the traditional wedding cake these days. Don’t get me wrong, cake is great but it’s nice to have some options!
Candy Buffets! Candy buffets are great and very easy to coordinate with the rest of the wedding. And you can choose several different types of candies and be sure to please all your guests!
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Bridal shows--Is it worth attending?
Luckily for today’s bride, there are many resources available for shopping and researching for her all important day. Online sites like The Knot and Wedding Wire make it possible for brides to plan 24/7. Bridal guides and magazines provide a wealth of pictures for inspiration.
With these resources at her disposal, is it really necessary for a bride to attend bridal shows?
We...
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Welcome to The Ultimate Wedding Proposal!
POWER 104.3 AND THE HAWAII BRIDAL EXPO PRESENT THE ULTIMATE WEDDING PROPOSAL. TELL US YOUR LOVE STORY AND YOU COULD WIN A DIAMOND ENGAGEMENT RING VALUED AT $5000 FROM THE PACIFIC DIAMOND AND SWISS WATCH EXCHANGE Send in your love story and tell us why you should be the one chosen to propose to your significant other. Stories submitted should not be longer than one page in length. Needs to...
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News From Hawaii Bridal Expo, D Boy Productions!
July 2011
My name is Doug Farrar, I’m the president of DBoy Productions. Here at Dboy Production, we take your special event to the next level. Providing sound system, lighting, special effects, and much more. We specialize in Weddings, Grad Parties, Corporate Events, Birthday Parties, School Functions, and Sweet Sixteens. We also have a party bus for your enjoyment called...
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Tipping Vendors At Your Wedding?
It may not have crossed your mind but the vendors that you have hired for your wedding are providing a service and it is customary to tip……if of course you were happy with their service. It’s a nice way to show your appreciation of them making your big day perfect!
A couple of tips on tipping….
Don’t forget to include tips into your wedding budget so you...
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Personalized Wedding Gifts!
In the last several years we have had the pleasure of having Things Remembered in most if not all of our Wedding Expos and it sure has been a treat! If you’re looking for a durable keepsake for the next wedding you attend or if you’re getting married and looking for gifts for your attendants, then I would check out their website or come see them in person at one of the Wedding Expos...
June 2011
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Bridesmaids Dresses...
(photo by Irene Jones Photography)
Picking out your bridesmaids dresses can be very overwhelming! You want to find a dress that will flatter all your girls’ figures AND maybe something they can wear again especially with the economy how it has been the last few years. Here are some tips to find the perfect dress for everyone….
FABRIC - Find a lightweight fabric. Heavy satin...
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How To Announce Your Wedding to Those You Didn't...
We came across this posting and thought it might be helpful to those many of you that aren’t able to invite EVERYONE you know to your wedding! There are some great ideas on how to announce your wedding without screaming about how much fun you had and hahaha, they weren’t there!
(photo by MCDPhoto)
Here’s your challenge: how to share your good news without making people feel...
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Wanna Dance??
When you’re knee deep in planning all the details of your perfect day, and there are plenty, it’s easy to overlook a few things. One minor question you may want to answer before standing in front of all your guests on the big day is, “Can you AND your fiance dance?”. If not, don’t fret! The experts at Arthur Murray suggest allowing yourself 4-6 months before your...
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“You have to walk carefully in the beginning of love; the running across fields...”
– Jonathan Carroll
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Beautiful Venues In Hawaii.....
If you’re getting married in Hawaii, you’ll find tons of beautiful locations to choose from besides the typical beach wedding. Hawaii is the perfect place for tropical gardens and Polynesian architecture. I’ve included a few of our favorites complete with photos! And you can find them all at the Hawaii Bridal Expo this July 29th-31st at the Blaisdell in Honolulu…..
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Vendor Spotlight - f7 Photography
Today’s vendor spotlight goes to f7 Photography! They are a wonderful husband and wife team that have been shooting together for the last 18 years. We at BridesClub have had the pleasure of working with them for the last 4 years or so and must say they are pretty amazing! You’ll catch them at most Wedding Expos in Tacoma or Lynnwood, WA. They usually snag a booth near the front...
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Fun Wedding Facts & Trivia!!
Average Age In 2000, the average age for a bride was 24 years and for the groom is was 28.
Bridal Party Most brides have four bridesmaids, including the maid of honor. Sixty-two percent have a flower girl and fifty-six percent have a ring bearer.
Engagement Rings Seventy-four of brides get a diamond engagement ring. Of those, 60% are included in the selection process, while three percent...
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Permits Are Required For Beach Weddings in Hawaii
Here’s what you have to do……
Hawaii Beach Weddings - Requires Beach Permit
Unencumbered Land, State Public Beaches General Terms and Conditions for Commercial Activity
1. The set-up, event, and restoration of the right-of-entry area or premises shall be limited to the date(s) and time(s) provided by the Applicant in the application, which in no event shall exceed two...
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: 25 Budget Saving Tips for Weddings →
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1) Have a smaller wedding with fewer guests. This will cut your total wedding costs a lot. The fewer guests - the fewer invitations - the fewer tables - the less food & drinks and so forwards. Smaller weddings are often much more enjoyable for guests attending the wedding as well as for the…
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Questions You Should Ask When Selecting a Cake...
Your wedding cake is an important (and yummy) part of your wedding so it’s a good idea to make sure you select a trustworthy and talented cake designer! Some questions you may want to ask are……
1. How long have you making wedding cakes?
2. Are they your specialty?
3. Is there a particular flavor or style that you specialize in?
4. Can I request different flavors for each...
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Vendor Spotlight - Anne Namba Designs
Today’s vendor spotlight goes to Anne Namba Designs in Honolulu, HI. Anne has created bridal masterpieces in her Honolulu boutique since 1989.
Her speciality is designing beautiful outfits of all kinds with kimono inspired fabrics. Check out her complete line of evening wear, bridal attire, men’s wear and asian inspired silk prints at www.annenamba.com.
Stop by her shop at 324...
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Attention Maid Of Honors! 10 Bridal Shower Money...
Planning a bridal shower can be an exciting event, but it can also be a relatively expensive one. Between trying to get the invitations out, plan for the food, purchase wedding shower favors, and still pick up a nice gift for the bride, you and your pocket book may feel quite overwhelmed with the whole process. Fortunately, there are several ways you can save some serious cash when you throw...
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Getting Married In Hawaii? Don't Forget The...
If you’re planning a wedding in Hawaii and you’re coming from another part of the country, you’re probably overwhelmed with all the small details of planning a wedding away from home. One important item that you don’t want to overlook is the marriage license of course!
The state of Hawaii does require that you and your fiance’ fill out and file an application for a...
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Saying I Do.....
You’re making a promise to one another to love each other and spend your lives together….forever! You could go with the traditional “Do you take this man” set of vows or you can follow an ongoing trend over the years and create your own. Your vows will be THE most important promise you make in your newly formed union so why not personalize them? It’s a romantic way...
May 2011
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In Focus...: The Thrill & the Agony of the... →
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Many couples are stunned when they begin planning their wedding. Suddenly, what they thought would be a quick talk about invitations turns into a summit meeting with a dozen participants! Colors, fonts, whether to match the flowers, or the matchbooks to the invites…who’d have thunk?
Are you…
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Getting In Shape For The Wedding
So the big day is fast approaching and of course you want to look your best for the big day! So it’s time to hit the gym and kick off that diet you’ve been postponing. Being a bride, you have lots of great programs to choose from.
Bridal Boot Camps are becoming more and more popular these days and can be really fun and motivating for you to work out with other women that are also getting...
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Vendor Spotlight – Act 3 Catering
Today’s vendor spotlight goes to Act 3 Catering in Tukwila, WA. They have been a family owned business for the last 20 years! Located right in the middle of the Puget Sound, they can come to you to cater just about any special event you can think of, they really do it all!
Whether you’re looking for a Northwest type menu or even Tuscan style catering, they’ve got you covered. Act 3 has the...
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Top 8 Tropical Honeymoon Destinations
After your wedding, your new husband will whisk you away for the honeymoon! When choosing your honeymoon, there may be a lot of things to take into consideration….. How long can you take off work? How far do you want to travel? What is your budget like? And mostly, where do you want to go? Here’s a list of your fellow honeymooner’s top 10……
HAWAII – Any island you choose in Hawaii can be...
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Looking Wedding Favors Ideas?
We’ve found quite a few cute ideas we thought we’d share…..
Cake box favors! Cake without the calories…. And without the taste unfortunately but they are cute anyway. Currently priced at $30 for the whole cake, you can find them at http://www.etsy.com/shop/imeondesign. They can also double as a center piece when placed on a cake stand and set in the middle of the table. Fill them with your...
Trends influenced by the Royal Wedding
Experts agree that the April wedding of Prince William and Kate Middleton was elegant and sophisticated – a perfect template for any bride seeking a fairy-tale affair. While we’re certain to see more demure, lace-sleeved gowns like Princess Catherine’s in upcoming weddings, here are four other trends we could see inspired by Britain’s big day:
1 Young bridal parties It’s royal tradition to...
Emergency Kit (for the wedding day)
I don’t know if you have thought about it or not but there are a lot of unexpected things that happen on your wedding day that you are going to want to try to expect! We all want your wedding day to go off without a hitch so here is my suggestion.
Pack a bag with a few essentials and various other things to cover those mishaps or emergencies!
Something for a headache or indigestion
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Thought Your Wedding Cake Was Expensive.....
You don’t have anything on this old piece of cake!
According to the Guiness Book of World Records, the most expensive slice of cake was sold in 1998 for $29,900 by Sotheby’s New York. What made this slice of cake special enough to warrant such a price tag? It came boxed and preserved from the 1937 wedding of Duke and Duchess of Windsor! I’d be afraid to open the box!
Since...
April 2011
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Royal Wedding Is 2 Days Away! Update.....
(photo by The British Monarchy)
With the royal wedding just 2 days away staff at Westminister Abbey and hired wedding professionals are scurrying to put all the last minute touches together. Today, the flowers are being delivered to Westminister Abbey and arranged by 6 members of the National Association of Flower Arranging Societies! Wow, that’s a mouthful!
The couple’s chosen...
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Wedding Registries!
Congratulations! You’re getting married! You’re busy planning your wedding now and are probably knee deep in dresses, venues, flowers, decor and caterers but have you thought about registering for your wedding gifts yet?
Don’t forget to register! It’s great for your guests because they don’t have to guess at what to get for you and it’s great for you because...
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Now Here's A Cute Idea.....
Get your silverware personalized for you and your man on your big day!