Wedding Dress Shopping Rules

You’re getting married and you’re ready to find a dress! We get it. It’s not easy choosing that ever-important white gown, yet it’s easy to fall prey to some of the faux pas that I’ll be outlining in this very post. Keep away from these while shopping for the perfect gown and you’ll have a stress-free shopping experience. Check them out below and let me know if they help you while you’re shopping for your wedding dress!

Looking Too Early- Try to avoid finding your dress too early after the engagement. Give yourself at least 12 months before you seek out your dress. Your interests, along with the look and feel of your wedding could change. Avoid added stress and find a dress you love closer to your wedding date.

Trying On Too Many Dresses- It’s a proven fact that too many options make us unhappy and make it more difficult for us to make a decision. I know there are millions of wedding dress stores in this world, but try to keep your search down to three stores at most. If you’ve already got a look in mind, try to find it instead of trying on every dress out there. Make your search easier so you can say yes to the dress!

Avoid Huge Sales- Just because it’s a cheap designer gown on discount doesn’t mean that you love it. In fact, avoid steep discounts altogether as they could easily sway you into picking out a dress you don’t really love. I’m all for a deal but only if you’re 1000% in love with the dress, otherwise put the dress back on the hanger and walk away.

Bringing The Whole Family- Your wedding, let alone shopping for the perfect dress, is hard enough without hearing input from the entire peanut gallery. Keep your family and your friends at home. They’ll see the dress along with everyone else at the wedding. Bring some trusted friends or your sister, whose opinion your trust, rather then everyone you know.

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Bachelorette Party Destinations

SO, your best friend is getting married and it’s your job to plan the ultimate bachelorette party, right? There’s nothing quite as fun as planning the bachelorette party of your friend’s dreams – and why not make it a destination while you’re at it? When it comes to that last bash as a single lady, the bachelorette party is it, and making sure you get the chance to dance your booty off, shop till you drop and indulge in some delicious food and drinks is just the icing on the cake of hanging all weekend with your besties. Keep reading for a look at some awesome bachelorette party destinations and have the time of your life!

Miami Beach: Want to have a little fun in the sun, get your tan on and enjoy checking out all the sights beautiful Miami has to offer? Miami beach offers beautiful people, delicious drinks, wonderful food and some of the world’s hottest night clubs. Hit the beach during the day and shake your booty all night long at exclusive dance clubs that will not disappoint.

Las Vegas! Bachelorette party mecca, Vegas is certainly known as a playground for bachelor and bachelorette parties. If you’re looking for total glamour, the best food and drinks, night clubs of your dreams and even the chance to get your gamble on – then, Vegas baby!

New Orleans: Looking for the music lover’s destination dream come true? NOLA is where it’s at ladies! With music venues on every street corner – and even music in the street – be prepared to dance, dance, dance on this bachelorette party! Don’t forget to check out the gorgeous architecture and delicious food and drinks while you’re at it! 

Have you ever been to any of these destinations? I don´t !  Wouldn’t they all make the perfect spot for the ultimate bachelorette party?

Angelika

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Gorgeous Fall Wedding Trends

Spring and summer are considered wedding seasons and while they may have already gone, getting married in fall is just as magical and romantic. I personally love a fall wedding more than a wedding during any other season. I just think fall is the perfect time to do a rustic romantic wedding, which is totally chic. If you’re getting married this fall (or next fall), check out these breathtaking fall wedding trends that you can incorporate to it. 

1. Darker, warmer, richer colors – forget about neon shades and pastels, this fall, use darker, warmer and richer colors for your wedding motif. This will give the whole wedding a cozier, more homey and more rustic feel.

2. Long sleeved dresses – it would only make sense to go for long sleeved dresses but aside from that, it’s quite the trend too. If you don’t mind being covered up a little bit more than the usual bride, going for a long sleeved dress is definitely one of the best ways to go. You can keep your bridal look sexy by keeping your dress’s silhouette so.

3. Bridal outerwear – in case you already had your dress done sans sleeve, you can still keep yourself warm by adding on an outerwear. Of course, you’ll want to choose something appropriate to go and blend in well with your whole bridal look; something elegant, classy and feminine. Capes are on trend right now so those are an option. You can also go for a fur shrug or maybe a feather bolero.

4. Fall blooming flowers – insisting that you have spring and summer flowers in your bridal bouquet is doable but it’s not practical. First off, it those flowers would cost more when they’re not in season and secondly, they’re going to seem out of place with every other fall-themed thing in your wedding. Go for fall blooming flowers instead to really give your wedding that feeling of fall.

5. Floral crowns – brides would usually opt for tiaras but for fall, why not go for a floral crown made with fall flowers? It will really tie in with the whole autumn-y look and feel of your wedding plus it’s going to give you that cool ‘queen of the woods’ look.

6. Vintage jewelry – lastly, you need to finish off your bridal look with jewelry and for fall, vintage jewelry would be really chic. This is where your ‘something old’ could come in. You could use heirloom jewelry for a truly vintage addition to your look. If you don’t have anything vintage, you can always fake it. If you have a really good eye for jewelry and all things chic, no one will know.

Would you like to get married in the autumn ?

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Honeymoon Destinations

So your big day is coming up; the ceremony is all planned, the flowers and décor are picked out and your dress is simply breathtaking. But have you put equally as much thought into the vacation post the wedding? Now is the time to focus on what could be considered as the best part of the wedding, the honeymoon. While weddings are an exciting time all on their own, the vacation that follows is meant to give you the time to relax and enjoy one another. For most, this is the vacation of a lifetime and one that is both romantic and fun. So don’t leave anything to chance when it comes to your honeymoon and regardless of you budget find the designation that right is for you. Here are my favorites, happy planning! 

If you’re a sporty and active couple on the hunt for a honeymoon filled with killer beach activities, Turks and Caicos is the perfect spot. Between scuba diving, windsurfing and boating, this Caribbean adventure will leave you feeling even more in love.

How about an idyllic road trip up the coast of Maine? Sip your coffee while lounging in a picturesque Adirondack chair by the sea, while enjoying lobster rolls and crisp New England air. Romantic walks along the beach and the quaint setting will leave you lovebirds feeling totally relaxed and focused on one another.

Are you both super adventurous, looking for a trip with memories that will last a lifetime? How about making your honeymoon a trip to the wilds you won’t forget. Totally lavish and exclusive, a safari excursion in Africa offers the ultimate in luxury and adventure all wrapped into one.

Are you planning your honeymoon right now? Have any of these swayed your decision? 

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Honeymoon for any budget

So your big day is coming up; the ceremony is all planned, the flowers and décor are picked out and your dress is simply breathtaking. But have you put equally as much thought into the vacation post the wedding? Now is the time to focus on what could be considered as the best part of the wedding, the honeymoon. While weddings are an exciting time all on their own, the vacation that follows is meant to give you the time to relax and enjoy one another. For most, this is the vacation of a lifetime and one that is both romantic and fun. So don’t leave anything to chance when it comes to your honeymoon and regardless of you budget find the designation that right is for you. Here are my favorites, happy planning! If you’re thinking of visiting Greece for your honeymoon, you will not be disappointed. With gorgeous stylish resorts, stunning hillside architecture, incredible food and absolutely beautiful beaches, Greece is an obvious choice and one that can be done on many different budgets. 

Are you planning your honeymoon right now? Have any of these swayed your decision? I am here !!! xo

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Angelika

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Honeymoon

When the wedding reception ends and the last guests have gathered their favors, it's time for the honeymoon! For most brides and grooms, this is when the stress of  wedding planning  truly pays off — whether they're jetting off to a sandy island in the Caribbean , a romantic Italian city steeped in history, or .......

No matter where you're going, how do you pick and plan the most romantic trip of your life? 

Anguilla

Italy

Hawai

St. Barth

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Ab in die Sonne !

Die Oscars stehen vor der Tür..... gäbe es einen Oscar

für das "schönste Hotelzimmer" hätten wir schon den Gewinner:

der Under-water Room for der Insel Pemba ( themantaresort.com) , die zum Sansibar-Archipel gehört!

Der schwimmende Holzbungalow liegt mitten im endlosen Blau des Meeres. Es gibt eine Dachterrasse mit Sonnenliegen und in der Dining-Lounge auf Meereshöhe schlemmt man frisches Seafood und im Unterwasserschlafzimmer hat meinen einen Wahnsinns 360-Grad-Blick in die Tiefen des Ozeans.

Mein nächstes Urlaubsziel um den Winter zu verkürzen steht schon fest....und wohin geht's bei Euch?

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(L.Wessollek, Telegraph.co.uk)

ZAC POSEN FOR DAVID’S BRIDAL WEDDING DRESSES

Another designer joins the David’s Bridal team for a fabulous wedding collaboration: Zac Posen!  Truly Zac Posen is a collection of wedding dresses launching in February of 2014, reflecting his “modern, yet totally nostalgic” world-renowned style. The six ivory wedding gowns and five social occasion dresses will range from $850 – $1,350 and $195 – $225, with more pieces added later on in the year. 

Truly Zac Posen for David’s Bridal Wedding Dresses

“There’s a romantic classicism to them with a va-va-va-voom quality. The workmanship is extraordinary. My hand and craft went through all of it. These are going to become collector items.” – Zac Posen

Are you excited about Zac Posen and David’s Bridal teaming up together?

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Angelika 

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Best Honeymoon Spots for Any Budget

Are you in the middle of wedding planning and just can’t wait to get to the honeymoon? I hear you on that! I know planning a wedding is a ton of work and the honeymoon is the shining light at the end! A honeymoon should be super special no matter what your budget is and I think that these five locations are just spots to make you swoon. Check out this guide I found  on CNN to the best honeymoon spots for any budget.

• Thailand: Looking for a super adventure with exotic beach style? You’ll love Thailand. Need that same atmosphere with a much smaller price tag? Try Vietnam.
• Tahiti: From the bright blue waters to the lush green hillsides, island living in Tahiti is second to none…seriously. Want the tropical beauty of Tahiti on a smaller budget? Try Hawaii.
• Anguilla: Dying for some serious Caribbean beach time? Anguilla is the answer to those prayers. Want the sprawling white sand beaches at a price that won’t bust the budget? Try the Dominican Republic.
• Tuscany: Ah…gorgeous! How could anyone not fall in love with Tuscany? Rolling hills and lush vineyards, there is no shortage of gorgeous-ness. Want a budget version of Tuscany? Try Portugal.

What do you think? Will you save or splurge on your honeymoon?

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Angelika

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