In an article by Jane Zhang in the Wall Street Journal, she stated that as the economy shinks, so do wedding budgets. The article may be meant for the US market, the issue is also very much true here in the Philippines and in Asia.
With the uncertainties in the economy, couples are starting to trim down the budget. This includes reducing the number of guests, doing away with expensive favors, among others. This is reflected to the research conducted by Wedding Report Inc.

The average cost of a wedding in …

So, it’s time to pop the question and want it to be simple, sweet and surprise your girlfriend? Well, a man in Toronto, Canada asked the help of a magician, Dan Trommater, to ask his girlfriend to marry him. It’s simple, sweet and the woman is visibly surprised.

And a little spoiler…. she said YES!

The 25th(Silver) Wedding anniversary is a milestone that deserves a celebration.
Spending a quarter of a century in love and care of one person is no mean feat. It’s an outstanding achievement of love and commitment.

“Going Green” is the hottest buzzword these days with the climate change and environment issues hounding us. As part of our contribution to the fight against global warming, below is a list of tips we gathered for a “Green Wedding“.
• Hold your wedding in a park or garden
• Use single layer invitation cards printed on recycled paper, treeless paper made from bamboo or other materials, or better yet, use e-invitations to reduce paper wastage
• If using disposable tableware, choose biodegradable products
• Encourage your guests to car-pool or van-pool
• Choose a caterer that is familiar …

Getting engaged and planning a wedding brings with it an attack of etiquette questions. Steer through the confusion with some wedding etiquette guide.
Bridal Shower Etiquette
Let your sister or a bridesmaid host your bridal shower. It is appropriate if you give her a list of female friends. Don’t invite everyone you know just because you want to receive more gifts.
Wedding Announcement
Announce your upcoming wedding in the local newspaper and supply a casual photo of the two of you. Keep the announcement of your engagement short.
Wedding Invitation Etiquette
Send …

Is all that planning and organizing freaking you out? Worry Not. Here are some to-do list to keep you ahead of the game.

After the Proposal
* Determine your wedding date
* Start thinking about your wedding theme
12 Months Before
* Confirm your budget
* Book your venue
* Start shopping for the wedding gown and suit. Visit bridal shops to get quotations and see which designer you are most comfortable with
* Book a wedding planner if you need help with pulling the whole …

Wedding favors should be thought of as a thank-you gift to your guests for coming and for supporting your new commitment. Ideally, favors will also become memoirs, reminding your guests of your special day once the “hoopla” of the event has passed. Favors can also do double-duty by serving as part of the decorations for the reception hall. Though cost often is given the most weight when selecting the type of favor to offer, some other criteria to consider in choosing an item are:
-its possibility of being “inscribed”
(Can it display …

by IC
Marriage as the base of our community and as an institution has changed considerably from what it was when our grandparents got married, even from when our parents got married. Attitudes, concepts and the way family, careers, equality and even gay relationships are perceived has led to a change in the structure of society: due to several experiences people are getting married later in life, young naive or inexperienced couples getting divorced more often, marrying more than once, and living longer. If we compare this scenario to the one …