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Fail-safe tips for a bride to look beautiful on her wedding day A Guide to Gorgeous
Of course every bride wants to look her best at her wedding. Read on to learn how you can look as beautiful as you feel throughout your special day. Bridal Beauty
Use Your Astrological Sign as Your Aerobic Guide Zodiac Fitness
Use this guide to get you on track to looking your bridal best from head to toe! Looking Your Bridal Best
Beauty Essentials Beauty Essentials

Bridal Gown Preservation
Antique gown restoration gets help from modern materials and techniques Something Old, Something New

Caterers
You want your wedding reception to be unique, exciting, romantic, memorable—in a word, perfect. Menu Planning by the Numbers
A wedding cocktail reception may be a precursor to the main event, but with a little bit of creative drink planning, it can be so much more. I'll Drink To That!

Ceremony + Receptions
Choosing a location for that special event is usually the first, and one of the most important, choices a bride faces. And its a decision dictated by a blend of fantasy wishes and practical needs. Location, Location, Location
To all whose wedding plans have been affected and businesses damaged by Hurricane Ike, our hearts go out to you. We will be updating this list constantly, so please check back often, and contact the venues directly for availability and details. Updates on the Houston Wedding Industry After Hurricane Ike
Traditionalists take heed: While others may go ga-ga for thoroughly modern meal options like the interactive station arrangement or the all-hors d’oeuvre mingle-fest, there’s only one proper wedding reception choice for you: the impeccably served, perfectly plated, formal wedding dinner. A Taste of Tradition
The 17th annual Weddings in Houston “Before You Say… I Do!” Bridal Soiree at The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa "Before You Say…I Do!" Bridal Soiree
hey may be small in size, but the best hors d’oeuvres play a big reception role. After all, those delicious, diminutive mouthfuls are the first taste guests get of your wedding’s featured fare. Love at First Bite
Celebratory meals complete your wedding weekend and offer a chance to show off the best in local dining Before and After
What You Must Know BEFORE You Sign That Contract The Dotted Line
Your wedding celebration is an occasion for elegance, opulence, even decadence. With all that beauty and bounty, it’s also a potential opportunity for excessive energy consumption and wastefulness. Green Weddings
Let expertly paired food and wine be your wedding reception’s other perfect couple A Match Made in Heaven
Wouldn’t it be great to get the inside scoop on wedding catering, complete with those special tips that most brides only learn about after the fact? Well, you can. Here area caterers offer their insights on planning your wedding reception. Catering Tips from the Pros
My wedding was everything I dreamed it would be. And it was mine. That’s why I’m hoping my sister plans a day that is just as special for her and her groom. Something Borrowed, Something Blue
Your big day can be absolutely anything you want it to be! So as you wade through the possibilities, remember that food—the traditional symbol of celebration—is one of the easiest ways to turn an ordinary reception into something extraordinary. Fun With Food
No cookie cutter wedding! It’s the most common nuptial demand of the newly engaged. Yet it leaves many altar-bound brides wondering: Where do I go from here? The answer actually is quite simple: Add a little of the unexpected to your reception menu. Unexpected Surprises
Getting Along With In-laws The Five-Year Plan
The bridal gown is stored, the thank-you notes are mailed, and your honeymoon is a merry memory. Now the fun begins. Happily Ever After...The Honeymoon
Arrangements for out of town guests Welcoming Guests
A fusion of theatrical style, Parisian chic and decadent glamor showing some of the most beautiful gowns, jewelry and menswear at one of Houston's most spectacular hotels. Modern Day Fairytale
Love and sweetness go hand in hand. So why not add a few extra sugary delights to your reception menu? Sweet Possibilities
How Your Birth Order Affects Your Marriage. Which of the following descriptions best fits your fiancé? From Sibling to Spouse
While many modern brides are choosing to keep tradition alive with a reception, they’re foregoing the typical three-course, sit-down meal in lieu of more creative dining options. Something Old, Something New
Wedding receptions should reflect the spirit and style of one’s wedding. With such unlimited choices, couples should fully research their options. Reception Style
Bachelorette parties traditionally consisted of you and your best gal pals enjoying a night out on the town, but they now have creative twists that include exotic destinations and at-home spa luxuries - and with it, memories that last a lifetime! Girls Just Want to Have Fun!
Traditional or original, when you say what you mean, say it with feeling Vows, Now And Forever
Avert an onslaught of wedding disasters with diplomacy and charm Blunder Storm
When it comes to wedding catering, trends come and go. Fantasy Wedding Feasts
Talented teams of Houston Wedding experts came together to create show-stopping “Tables by Design” on March 18th at the Weddings in Houston “Before you say… I Do!” Bridal Soiree at the Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa. Tables By Design
With a passion for turning the ordinary into extraordinary, David Tutera, Discovery Channel host, Entertainment expert and celebrity Event Planner, has found some of the more simple weddings to be most memorable, not necessarily the million dollar ones. David Tutera- Lifestyle Guru & Event Planner Extraordinaire
Find out from financial guru Suze Orman how engaged couples can successfully join their incomes and attain their financial dreams. So You Want to be Rich?
Kristin, an outgoing extrovert, met Rick through a mutual friend. While Rick was on the shy side, Kristin immediately was attracted to his sense of humor and genuine kindness—and the two fell in love. When Opposites Attract
A daytime reception can be as elegant, romantic, and memorable as any evening event Celebrate the Day
Devoted brides and grooms, and their dedicated vendors, press on despite the hurricane, in the name of love In Spite of Ike
Sound advice and practical answers to your wedding dilemmas Wedding Etiquette
Your wedding reception is an opportunity to thank family and friends for participating in your special day. What better way to show your appreciation than by treating them to a delicious and memorable dining experience? Menu Matchmaking

Destination Weddings
Washington County is about an hour northwest of Houston and is the perfect setting for the bride and groom who have their hearts set on holding a wedding and reception that’s not quite in Houston, but close enough to make pre-wedding visits and planning feasible. A Destination Wedding Close to Home
Remember when a “destination wedding” usually meant a quick sojourn to Vegas to swap vows with one’s beloved in the presence of a jolly minister clad in Elvis Presley garb and sporting a ducktail ‘do? Well, the times, they are a’changin’! Sun, Sand, and Saying "I Do"

Florists
Nature's fragrant bounty in bold, rich colors & intricate textures creatively designed! Blooming Colors
Gorgeous florals and divine decor create ambience out of thin air Atmospheric Pleasure
Talented teams of Houston Wedding experts came together to create show-stopping “Tables by Design” on March 18th at the Weddings in Houston “Before you say… I Do!” Bridal Soiree at the Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa. Tables by Design 2007
Your wedding day comes and goes so quickly, but there are elements of your wedding day you can preserve. Yes, even your flowers! Keeping the Memories Alive
From bouquets to centerpieces and chic room décor, contemporary brides, indeed, have an array of extraordinary options when it comes to buds and blooms. Flower Power
What would a wedding be without flowers? The aisle is trimmed with them. You hold them close to your heart as you walk down the white carpet. They are your guests’ first impression of your wedding’s level of design and sophistication. Budding Romance
Floral decor fills reception spaces and brings smiles to guests’ faces Flowers, Flowers Everywhere!
Blooming Colors
Instead of keeping track of all those toasters you’ve received, imagine a true celebration – one where the bride, groom, members of the wedding party and guests make a contribution to the greater good of society. The Gift of Giving
Fabulous Flowers

Gift Registry
Gift-giving gets a modern makeover Not Your Mother's Registry
Nothing would be more touching than acknowledging both sets of parents with a thoughtful gift and thanking them for all the years of love and caring and for making this day possible. The Art of Gift Giving and Receiving
For answers, Weddings in Houston sat down with Jorge Perez, U.S. director of bridal and special events for Waterford Wedgwood, at a recent Macy’s bridal function. And some of what he had to say surprised even us WIH wedding pros. It's a Waterford World
A Conversation with Jorge Perez
Give guests the gift of a well organized registry. Home Sweet Home
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Honeymoon + Travel
Relax! After the intense flurry of activities leading up to the big day, your honeymoon will be your chance to spend some quiet time together to unwind, enjoy and get away from it all. The Great Escape
Plan your honeymoon early and well, for an unforgettable trip The Great Escape

Houston Bridal Gowns
Fashion on Historic Galveston Island
Gowns that are the epitome of Style & Grace. Style & Grace
If you have a family heirloom or vintage dress you wish to wear, make sure you read this first! Restoring a Moment in Time
A Style For Every Bride
Beautiful wedding styles abound for the full-figured bride Perfection In Plus Size
Ever since Cinderella donned those glass slippers for the ball, women have been in search of the perfect shoe for the perfect event. And when it comes to your wedding day, the pressure to find flawless footwear can be intense. If the Shoe Fits
Scott Corridan is a gifted and passionate Event Planner and Interior Designer, in Santa Barbara, CA. As President of Corridan & Company Design Studios, Scott conceptualizes and designs memorable weddings and extraordinary events for an impressive list of clients. Scott's Garden:
The Wedding Gown
You know all the latest clothing trends, but you may not know how to select the wedding gown of your dreams. We asked some of today’s hippest, most popular designers for advice on just how to find your perfect wedding day ensemble. Of course, the dress comes first. In Pursuit of the Perfect Gown
As if finding the ideal man to marry wasn’t tough enough, planning the perfect wedding also means deciding which dress you’ll be donning when you say “I do.” And, no matter how fancy and formal or cool and casual your event may be, finding a gorgeous gown to complement you and your affair is truly hard work. Fashion Forward
From this day forward
Discover the latest dress trends and select the best for your bridesmaids with this helpful guide to bridesmaid style Beautiful Bridesmaids
Sweet and subdued is fine for some brides, but unabashed glamour girls crave a gown with dramatic flair ... Glamour Gowns
Today’s bride still wants a romantic, fairy-tale gown, just in a more modern version. Romance Still Holds Sway
Houston Bridal Shows
January 27, 2008<br> Weddings in Houston's Bridal Soiree Wows the Crowds Before You Say... I Do! Bridal Soiree

Invitations
Think of your wedding invitation as a sneak preview. Every detail you incorporate into it gives your guests a hint about the ceremony and reception to come. A Glimpse of Good Things to Come
The most inviting invitation is a flawless extension of your wedding design Perfect on Paper
Inviting Ideas
Beckon your guests with an invitation that invites excitement Save The Date
The wedding invitation announces to the world your intentions. The invitation is a reflection of the ceremony’s theme and is the first impression of what your guests will expect at your wedding. First Impressions
A few hip new styles of Wedding Invitations Inviting Ideas

Jewelry
When it comes to baubles and beads for the bride, the jewelry landscape has certainly blossomed. The Bold and the Beautiful
Avoid the prospect of a bland band by designing your own wedding ring A True Original
It’s a once-in-a-lifetime marriage; it should be a once-in-a-lifetime ring. Rings of Commitment
Bold & Beautiful Jewelry Bold & Beautiful
From rings to headpieces, wedding jewelry is a special purchase that requires special consideration All That Glitters
In our fashion-conscious culture, wedding rings are not just a symbol of enduring love, but a serious style statement. Metal Urges
Bold & Beautiful

Lighting + Sound
From high-tech to low-flame, the right reception lighting makes all the difference Always Illuminating
High-tech to low-flame, the right lighting makes all the difference. Everything's Illuminated

Limousine + Valet
Finding the right limousine for your event doesn’t need to be a trial if you follow some simple guidelines... Arrive & Depart in Style
Arrive and depart in style in a luxurious limousine Star Car
Arrive and depart in style in a luxurious limousine Star Car

Linens, Decor + Rentals
Every bride wants her wedding to be unique, special, in a word: unforgettable. For some brides, though, the occasion is not just one for making lasting memories, but for transforming fantasy into reality—dream into theme. Theme a Little Theme
The ambiance you create with linens, lighting, props, and flowers are just as important as the venue you choose. Setting the Stage
Lounge spaces lure wedding guests Sit Back and Relax

Mens Formal Wear
Grooming Essentials for the Groom Grooming Essentials
Sure, the groom should never show up the bride, but guys want to look good on that special day, too. And what bride doesn’t want her man looking fashionable when he’s by her side? Here’s how to dress with style for that all-important day. It's Your Day Too
The best gifts for grooms and groomsmen are the ones that come from the heart What the Guys Prize
While, arguably, all eyes will be on the bride on the wedding day, there is no reason why grooms and their guys can’t steal a little thunder for themselves. Modern marrying men are finding that there are definite advantages to being fashion forward on the day they say “I do.” Men in Black

Mother of the Bride
Reflections from the Father’s Point of View Daddy’s Little Girl

Music + Entertainment
From the wedding march to the recessional to the overtures of your first dance, music truly sets the tone for every part of your wedding day. What's That I Hear?
Set the mood for your wedding with music that moves hearts—and bodies What's That I Hear
Whether you’re deciding on booking entertainment for the ceremony, reception or even the rehearsal dinner, following a few guidelines and tips will help ensure the entertainment is one less thing you’ll have to worry about when the big day finally arrives. Let the Party Begin
Transform your event into something special Sounds of Music

Photography
Ask plenty of questions up front, and you’ll get beautiful wedding photos to last a lifetime Picture Perfect
For many couples, the ceremony includes a family pet. There are several ways to include your pets in your wedding, whether in a formal role, as ring bearer or flower dog, or more informally as an honored guest. Pets help personalize the affair. Including Man's Best Friend
Find the right wedding photographer, and you’ll find a future full of beautiful memories Picture Perfect
Be an educated and informed bride Savvy Planning 101
With many photographers switching to using the digital format for some if not all of their work, brides now have an expanded range of options when it comes to choosing the look and style of their images and how they can be organized in a way that best captures the emotions and atmosphere of their special day. Express Your Style
Few wedding vendors have stronger emotional ties to a couple than photographers. They’re invited to witness some of their clients’ most tender and joyous moments. And their approach to capturing those moments will impact a family long after a bride and groom say, “I do”. Capturing Your Heart
Beauty may be fleeting, but one way to capture those breathtaking but elusive moments of grace and magnificence is to immortalize them on film. Focus on Photography
Vows make the marriage, but a wedding is truly captured in the photographs. Picture Perfect
Multi-tasking is a necessity for the everyday woman on an everyday basis, but is not necessary during your pre-bridal portrait session, and especially not on your wedding day. Use these tips to prepare for your Pre-bridal Portrait Session. Portrait Preparations
Eco-conscious favors and bridal party gifts show you love not just your guests but the world they live in, too Favor The Planet

Pre-Marital Counseling
How much do you tell your partner about your past? Should he know everything? Or is it OK to keep a secret—or tell a “white lie”—to protect him? Secrets & Lies
Once you’ve knocked “book ceremony site” off your to-do list, there’s another item to add to your agenda: attend marriage preparation course. Love Therapy

Videography
The newest trend in wedding videography is Wedding Day Edits. A highly edited video of the wedding ceremony can now be shown two hours later at the reception, before the guests ever leave the celebration. Documenting Life's Special Moments
A well-crafted wedding video lets you relive the magic as years go by A Moving Memory
A movie of your special day is a keepsake that you will treasure forever Lights, Camera, Action
Sure your photographer will snap numerous photos of the special moment, but without capturing the exchange on digital video, the words spoken will only be a memory. That’s where videography comes in. And today’s high-tech digital videos offer a wealth of options to create one-of-a-kind epics that capture the sights and sounds of your day. Digital Memories

Wedding Cakes + Desserts
A collection of unique and beautiful cakes that display vintage style & modern elegance. Wedding Cakes: A Marriage of Vintage Style & Modern Chic
Tiered Treasures
Undoubtedly, flowers will play an essential role in your special day and you may want to carry them through to your cake. Flowers that mirror those in your bouquet or capture the spirit of the season are a lovely touch. There are two approaches you can take for a cake that’s bursting with blossoms: fresh and sugar flowers. Fabulous Flowers for your Cake
Elegant Cakes
Your fantasy cake deserves as much planning and consideration as any other wedding detail. And it starts with finding the right baker. Finding a Baker
A bright, beautiful candy table is a welcome wedding treat Sweet Surprise
As you design your cake, consider picking something that’s personal rather than just pretty. Your cake will taste that much better for it. Cake Design Themes with Personality
Your first kiss tasted oh-so sweet, and falling in love was delicious. So it’s only fitting that cake play a special part in your wedding celebration. The Modern Wedding Cake
A wedding-worthy cake must be as divine to devour as it is to behold More Than Just A Pretty Cake
For those with a taste for romance, picking out a wedding cake can be the most delightful of all the nuptial details. Clouds of creamy frosting and layers of dreamy cake fashioned into a sweet symbol of your love: it hardly seems like work! Wedding Cakes: A Celebration of Style
Wedding cakes reflect the style and character of the couple. Tiered Treasures

Wedding Consultants
Perhaps the most valuable wedding gift you can give your future spouse is to decide to like yourself. 10 Steps to Take Before Walking Down the Aisle
Let a wedding consultant do most of the legwork for you while you sit back and relax. Partners in Progress
More than a mere celebration, your wedding can be an unforgettable expression of personal style, culture and individual experience. Reflections of You
Read advice to help plan your wedding from recent Houston brides! Advice From Real Houston Brides
Team up with a consultant to plan your ideal wedding. Partners in Perfection
It didn’t take long after saying yes to her boyfriend’s marriage proposal for Boston research scientist Tracie Fradet to realize that her off hours didn’t coincide with the hours her caterer was available for questions. The Workplace Wedding Planner
Many brides-to-be put an undue amount of pressure on themselves to arrange the perfect event and make everyone involved happy. Guilt-Free Planning
While it may seem like a daunting affair for brides, grooms and other “invested” parties, a wedding budget plays a vital role in setting the tone for the upcoming nuptials. Budget Conscious Nuptials

Your New Home
Once you’ve finalized the date, the time, the where and other details of the wedding, it’s time to think about the future. Where will you both live? Home Sweet Home
How you and your spouse each approach finances can help ensure a harmonious partnership. Your Money Style
Although everything seemed perfect, there were some things I would have done differently. But, as everyone knows, I am not one to meddle in my children’s affairs. Confessions of a Mother-in-Law
Today’s newlyweds often try to live—during the first year of their lives together—in the style their parents do after twenty or thirty years of marriage. Unfortunately, a couple facing these temptations can find themselves saddled with a world of debt—debt their parents didn’t have. Love and Money
Perhaps one of the most notorious challenges for the early years of marriage has to do with dealing with the in-laws. Experiences certainly vary, but most long-time married couples would agree that a few rules implemented early on are helpful. While not exhaustive, consider this a short list of ‘laws’ to use with in-laws. Five Laws for In-Laws
Newlywed Financial Fitness Tips Money & Marriage
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