# Beautiful Wedding Announcements > Beautiful Announcements - Incredible Value ## Posts - [Portland Bride and Groom We Love You!](https://shopbwa.com/portland-bride-and-groom-we-love-you/): We have the opportunity every year to visit Portland and meet all of the wonderful newlyweds to be. We absolutely love Portland. The laid back feel, the green EVERYWHERE, the rain is so comfy and the smell is incredible! More importantly we love the meeting all of the couples at Portland at the show. It is such a great show, there are so many vendors and it is put together so well!! We recently received an award from Portland that we are so excited to share with you. We are happy to announce we have been selected as Portland Bride & Groom […] - [About me post](https://shopbwa.com/about-me-post/): Hi! I’ve never properly introduced myself. My name is Sarah, I’m the gal you’ll talk to when messaging us on Facebook or Instagram and I write all of those lovely blog posts you may have read. You may have even met me at a bridal show. And have been emailing me back and forth with me. Here’s a little about me! I’ve worked for Beautiful Wedding Announcements for just over 6 years! I LOVE my job. I honestly never saw myself working in the wedding business. I was actually in school to become a paramedic when I met Lyn and […] - [Personalized Envelopes](https://shopbwa.com/personalized-envelopes/): Are you having us address and personalize your envelopes?? One of our favorite things to do at Beautiful Wedding Announcements is to personalize your invitation envelopes! If you are having us personalize your envelopes here is what we will need from you: We will need you to set up an excel file with your guests addresses Column A : Guest Name(s) Column B : Street Address Column C : City, State & Zip Column D : Country if other than US This is such a beautiful and unique feature to add to your wedding invitations and the best part is […] - [2017 Trends](https://shopbwa.com/2017-trends/): Translucent Cakes Elegant translucent wedding cakes. TheKnot.com These cakes are like naked cakes though, instead of totally bare tiers, translucent cakes have a thin veil of frosting with just a bit of the cake showing, according to The Knot. Invitations with leaves and water colors invitations by Beautiful Wedding Announcements So beautiful! And fits with the green natural weddings this summer has coming. Rompers for bridesmaids Kelsey Combe Photography via The Knot OMG!! Has anyone seen these?! So cute! Floral, rompers full length or short. Perfect for summer! Going Green Photo By PHILIP FICKS on the KNOT  https://www.theknot.com/content/eco-friendly-wedding-guide Lots of talk about […] - [Questions you should ask yourself before ordering wedding invitations.](https://shopbwa.com/questions-you-should-ask-yourself-before-ordering-invitations/): Beautiful Wedding Announcements is dedicated to providing you with the best quality of invitations at the best price!! Here are some questions you may ask yourselves before ordering invitations: We’ve added our personal answered below. What kind of budget are you working with?? It doesn’t matter! We offer packages as low as $50. Want to dress up your invitation?? No problem! We offer it all! What kind of quality can you expect to receive?? Only the best, we aren’t shy! We give you a packet of samples when you meet us! Have you had a chance to check it out […] - [Back to the roots.](https://shopbwa.com/back-to-the-roots/): There are many online companies out there! Some big businesses some small. When you go to a website you choose to order because you’ve found something you like. And cross your fingers it turns out to be exactly what you were hoping it would be. There is nothing personal about your order for the most part. You click, click, click enter your card information and presto! Your order is on the way. While we hope you fall in love with something on our website and enjoy the convenience of click, click order! We also would like to create a personal […] - [Tips to get the most out of a Bridal Show](https://shopbwa.com/tips-to-get-the-most-out-of-a-bridal-show/): Hi! We’re back with those bridal show tips I promised you, before the show season is over. Here are a list of shows there are to visit and that we will be at in the next few weeks.   South Towne Bridal Showcase – Sandy, Utah – 1.28.17 Davis Bridal Show – Davis, Utah – 2.4.17 Southern Utah Dixie Center – St. George, Utah – 1.11.17 Portland Bridal Fair – Portland, Oregon – TBD Provo Bridal Fair – Provo, Utah – 2.18.17 South Towne Bridal Extravaganza – Sandy, Utah – 3.25.17 We’ll have a couple of more throughout the rest […] - [Are bridal shows worth the fuss?](https://shopbwa.com/are-bridal-shows-worth-the-fuss/): Sorry we’ve been MIA for a few weeks. Bridal show season comes and we become swamped with wonderful new couples to meet and help plan their special day. Which is exactly what I’m wanting to tell you all about! After meeting dozens of brides and seeing all of their different reactions towards all of the information they were receiving I decided to read how brides felt about the shows to better to relate to them. Which brings us to the question… Are bridal shows worth it?? Now, if you are asking me as a vendor, they are totally worth it. […] - [Ringing In The New Year](https://shopbwa.com/ringing-in-the-new-year/): It’s time to ring in the New Year! 2017 is almost here! Everyone thinks and wonders what the new year will bring. We wonder “What new things will happen?”, “Where am I going to be in a year from now?” “Where should I start, to make my dreams come true?” We all have a fear of the unknown. It’s time to take that fear and move forward into this amazing 2017 year. The best way I can think of to answer those questions and to make something happen this year is to make some New Years Resolutions!! There are so […] - [Meet Our Staff](https://shopbwa.com/meet-our-staff/): It’s nice to know who you will be handling one of the most important parts of your wedding. Here at Beautiful Wedding Announcements we may have cheap wedding invitations as far as price goes but they are anything but cheap when it comes to quality. And quality of service has something to do with that. When you order your wedding invitations from Beautiful Wedding Announcements you aren’t ordering from a big corporation. Everyone knows your name. You are ordering from this small group of people you see here! Lyn and Collette Talley (far left corner in the back) operators and […] - [Top 10 Songs For The Garter Toss](https://shopbwa.com/top-10-songs-for-the-garter-toss/): What we have found to be the most popular songs for the garter toss! Top 10 songs. 1. Another One Bites The Dust – Queen 2. Let’s Get It On – Marvin Gaye 3. Pour Some Sugar On Me – Def Leppard 4. Danger Zone – Kenny Loggins 5. Hot In Herre – Nelly 6. Sharp Dressed Man – ZZ Top 7. Sexy And I Know It – LMFAO 8. Legs – ZZ Top 9. Cherry Pie – Warrant 10. Sexyback – Justin Timberlake - [Winter Weddings](https://shopbwa.com/winter-weddings/): Baby it’s cold outside! Here in Utah we are lucky enough to experience every season. Summer and fall have come and gone and winter is welcome with open arms! I’m not personally excited for the freezing cold weather but winter weddings are fun and beautiful! And the snow is great to look at. There are many things about winter weddings that may chase people away. For example you may think your pictures may have to be taken inside or you may not be able to have a outside ceremony. Though winter may be cold it does provide a beautiful white […] - [rsvp to order or not to order?](https://shopbwa.com/rsvp-to-order-or-not-to-order/): I always seem to get a lot of questions on whether or not to add RSVP cards to their wedding invitation order. I’m here to offer some insight as to what we see here at BWA. Most RSVP cards say the bare minimum “The favor of your reply is requested by a certain date check yes or no if you are coming.” With a blank line to fill in the name of the guest(s). Back when RSVP cards were being returned by mom and grandma they filled in more information than just their names. Now a days you receive an […] - [How To Word Your Wedding Invitation](https://shopbwa.com/how-to-word-your-wedding-invitation/): Click here for invite wording samples A lot of people ask us how to word their wedding invitation. We’ve created these few simple steps. - [Top 10 songs to get everyone on the Dance Floor](https://shopbwa.com/top-10-songs-to-get-everyone-on-the-dance-floor/): Living in Utah we’ve been to a few weddings to say the least. Weddings where there is no dancing, wild party weddings and weddings where try their hardest but they can’t seem to get their guests off their keesters. If you are wanting dancing at your weddings these songs are a for sure way to get your guests off their feet and celebrating with you! Of course you need songs of today, to get your bridal party up and going! Songs like Cake by the Ocean by DNCE, Up Town Funk by Mark Ronson and Bruno Mars and Shut up […] - [Destination Wedding Packing List](https://shopbwa.com/destination-wedding-packing-list/): Passports Wedding Rings Wedding Dress/ Gown Veil Wedding Tux/Suit Wedding day shoes Copies of your birth certificates Plane tickets Credit cards Strapless swimwear (you want to avoid tan lines) Guest favors Wedding day jewelry Music for the reception Your vows Change of shoes for dancing Garter Tiara or hair clip Cake topper Programs Menu Seating/place cards Aisle runner Guest book Decorations And then just pack like you were going on a vacation with your toiletries, hair, make up, and personal items - [Tips on Taking Gorgeous Photos](https://shopbwa.com/tips-on-taking-gorgeous-photos/): Realign your posture by imagining there is a string pulling at the top of your head, your body will elongate and your shoulders will naturally start to fall back. Tell your guests that the officiant requested no photo-taking during the processional. This way you can avoid the sound of cameras clicking and flashes going off in such an intimate moment. Remove distractions during the family pictures and remind your guests that it will go a lot smoother if they give the photographer their full, undivided attention. Have the ladies hold the bouquet at a 45 degree angle to show off […] - [Prevent Problems with Ceremony and Reception](https://shopbwa.com/prevent-problems-with-ceremony-and-reception/): Make a detailed list of who vendors should call in case of an emergency. That way you can avoid getting any calls on the day of your wedding. Grab a few pregnancy nausea lozenges for your getting ready bag. They taste good, work quickly, and will be the perfect solution to any sickness you may feel during your wedding. Have your flower girl and ring bearer make a trial run before the big day so they can be well acquainted with the space. If your little ones are particularly energetic you can try tying a pretty helium balloon around their […] - [Pocket Invitation](https://shopbwa.com/beautiful-two-sided-invitation-35/): Here is one of our pocket invitations, it is very elegant. Perfect colors for winter. We can customize this with your fonts and colors. We love our pocket invitations because they hold everything together and add a bit more of a formal feel to your wedding. This invitation is perfect if you will be mailing lots of pieces to your guests like RSVP cards, accommodation cards, registry information, itinerary, ect. If you would like to see more pocket invitation or look at pricing visit us here https://www.beautifulweddingannouncements.com/samples/stackable-pocket/ - [Elegant One Sided Invitation](https://shopbwa.com/two-sided-beautiful-invitation/): This wedding invitation is perfect for any season. It is formal and beautiful, complete with ceremony insert card and thank you cards. You can order two sets of invitations that look completely the same with different wording like this particular couple chose to do. We only charge $25 to do this. It works perfectly when you have separate ceremony and reception or two different receptions. To see more one sided samples you can visit our website here https://www.beautifulweddingannouncements.com/samples/one-sided-wedding-invitations/ We offer template invitations at an incredibly low price. If you prefer custom invitations we offer that as well. Our designer prices […] - [Floral wedding invitation](https://shopbwa.com/two-sided-invitation-with-insert-cards/): We love our summer floral wedding invitations! Perfect for summer but I even feel like it brightens up all the other seasons. This is a one sided template invitation that has been upgraded in paper added RSVP cards and bands. Bands are so beautiful and are customized to match your invitation or to add a splash of color. In addition it holds everything together nicely! For pricing on bands and other extras simply click on the invitation and add your extras. As every template invitation goes on our website you can add any extras and change colors, fonts and wording. […] - [Black Pocket Invitation](https://shopbwa.com/beautiful-two-sided-invitation-34/): We love our pocket invitations. This particular pocket invitation is special because it’s customized with so many fun things! It’s perfect for Halloween and for fall. The beautiful string lights add elegance and class while combining these different themes. Our designers and the bride did a great job with this invitation. Remember pockets are perfect for those couples who have many pieces to send to their guests. RSVP cards, registry cards, accommodation inserts, direction cards, itinerary cards, etc. Pocket invitations can be viewed here. https://www.beautifulweddingannouncements.com/samples/stackable-pocket/ - [New two sided pocket invitation](https://shopbwa.com/beautiful-one-sided-invitation-35/): These pocket invitations are fairly new for us. We haven’t had many ordered. We are completely in love with them! They give you the opportunity to show off your full invitation and the pocket on the back of the invitation allows for all of the extra pieces you have to send to your guests with a fun v cut! These are fairly new to us so we don’t have many samples online. You can see others here https://www.beautifulweddingannouncements.com/samples/two-sided-pocket-stackable-wedding-invitations/ and we are willing to customize the perfect 2 sided pocket for you! - [Beautiful One-Sided Invitation](https://shopbwa.com/beautiful-one-sided-invitation-34/): This is a sample of a one-sided 5×7 wedding invitation by Beautiful Wedding Announcements this is so beautifully printed on white matte or linen paper. This is one of our floral template invitations and can be customized with your fonts, colors and wording. Or we can custom design a wedding invitation for you based on another design that you find on another website. Our template pricing can be found on our home page https://www.beautifulweddingannouncements.com/ Other one sided samples can be found here https://www.beautifulweddingannouncements.com/samples/one-sided-wedding-invitations/ - [Save the Dates by Beautiful Wedding Announcements](https://shopbwa.com/beautiful-one-sided-invitation-33/): Some of our featured save the dates! We love save the dates here at Beautiful Wedding Announcements. They are a prequel to your wedding invitations, a fun way to announce your engagement to your friends and family. We customize all of our save the dates, you can choose magnet save the dates, post card save the dates or send them at a regular size in an envelope. You can add photos or design something to match your invitation the way you know you will want it to look. View save the dates here https://www.beautifulweddingannouncements.com/samples/save-the-dates/ - [Wedding Planning: Organization and Decor](https://shopbwa.com/wedding-planning-organization-and-decor/): Here are a few tips on staying organized while planning your wedding! Address your thank you card envelopes before your wedding so you have one less thing to worry about after. Or you can just send out thank you notes to the guests that give you a gift before your wedding so you don’t miss anyone. Number your RSVP cards to correspond with your address list so you can see which ones are missing and also figure out hard to read responses. Most of your guests won’t notice a small number on the back of the card and it will […] - [Wedding Planning: Venues and Vendors](https://shopbwa.com/wedding-planning-venues-and-vendors/): Here are a few tips for when you are picking out a venue for your wedding! Consider finding a venue that offers all the things you need such as hotel accommodations, ceremony, and reception all in one place. This will help you save money and cut down on time and the stress of transportation logistics. Some parks or gardens will let you have your wedding on their grounds in exchange for a small donation to them. This will save money and give you a beautiful outdoor space if your wedding is in the warmer months. Wait until four or five […] - [Save Money on Your Wedding!](https://shopbwa.com/save-money-on-your-wedding/): Here are just a few tips on how to save money on your wedding! Dress Fittings Get a dress that fits. The average cost of a hem is $100 while bodice work can cost $500. You could end up spending double your budget of a dress on alterations alone. Make sure you know exactly what your alteration costs are going to be so you can fit them into your budget. You can use the fabric from your wedding dress alterations to make a matching garter, a beautiful bouquet wrap, framed art for your wedding photos, a custom monogram, or if […] - [We Couldn't Have Made It Without You!](https://shopbwa.com/we-couldnt-have-made-it-without-you/): Once again, we are so honored to have received more awards from our beloved customers! Thank you all so much for letting us be a part of your big day! - [Cute DIY Touches To Add To Your Invites](https://shopbwa.com/cute-diy-touches-to-add-to-your-invites/): If your wedding (and the budget for your wedding) is small, or if you just want to go the extra mile to make your invitations stand out from the rest, here are some simple DIY touches you can add to almost any invitation! Ribbon Try tying a cute themed ribbon around your invitations for an adorable touch! Or, hole punch two holes at the top of each invitation about an inch apart and tie a ribbon through it for a cute bow.   Gems A little bling never hurt anybody! You can buy tiny rhinestone stickers at any arts store […] - [How To Pick The Perfect Style Of Invitation For Your Wedding](https://shopbwa.com/how-to-pick-the-perfect-style-of-invitation-for-your-wedding/): Everyone knows that your invitations set the primary tone for your wedding. They should give the guests an idea of what to expect on your big day! Here are some important factors to consider when picking out invitations:   -Wedding Theme Are you planning a rustic country wedding? A formal ball type of wedding? Or maybe you have a specific theme like hunting, masquerade, or Great Gatsby? Be sure to decide on a theme before ordering your invites. Generic invites can be fun, but invites that match a theme will send your guests running to pick out the perfect outfit […] - [When To Send Out Wedding Invitations](https://shopbwa.com/timing/): As soon as you get engaged, you need to start preparing your Save the Dates and invitations. You don’t have to send them out immediately, but don’t wait too long. And yet many people are not sure what to put on these cards. In this article we will share some thoughts on what to say, and when to send your cards. Prepare 6 to 8 Months Before You need to send out Save the Date cards anywhere from 6 to 8 months in advance. If you are going to have a destination wedding then it needs to be as soon […] - [What An Honor](https://shopbwa.com/what-an-honor/): We just received this email from Weddingwire.com: “You’ve received the WeddingWire Couples’ Choice Award® for 2016, as determined by reviews from your clients! The Couples’ Choice Awards recognizes your business as amongst the top 5% of wedding professionals nationwide.” We are honored to be recognized by this national bridal resource and our past customers, thank you! - [Winners!](https://shopbwa.com/winners/): We have so many awesome customers!  Have you seen our reviews on Google and Wedding Wire ?!?! It’s amazing.  We wanted to show our appreciation for our past customers who have taken the time to go write a review of our company on all of these sites.  So, in November, we randomly selected (really, we assigned all of them a number and then chose a number from random.org) a few winners to receive Visa gift cards just in time for the holidays!  We want to congratulate Missy Schubert (UT), Vivian Renshaw (CA) and Chelsea Jeffries (UT) for winning our drawings!  […] - [Busy Fall!](https://shopbwa.com/busy-fall/): It’s actually been a really busy off-season this year! We usually get to take a nice long break for fall and winter, but for some reason the wedding invitation orders have kept up a pretty good pace this year! That’s a good thing 🙂 It’s nice to know people love what you do and refer their friends and family to you, but it also means that we haven’t had much time to update the blog :/ We added something new this fall to our site – REVIEWS! We are loving it 🙂 The response has been overwhelming! I will spare […] - [10 Rules of Marriage You Won't Learn in School](https://shopbwa.com/10-rules-of-marriage-you-wont-learn-in-school/): Rule 1: Marriage isn’t about your happiness. It’s not about you getting all your needs met through another person. Practicing self-denial and self-sacrifice, patience, understanding, and forgiveness are the fundamentals of a great marriage. If you want to be the center of the universe, then there’s a much better chance of that happening if you stay single. Rule 2: Getting married gives a man a chance to step up and finish growing up. The best preparation for marriage for a single man is to man up now and keep on becoming the man God created him to be. Rule 3: […] - [25 Marriage Tips](https://shopbwa.com/25-marriage-tips/): With June, the wedding month, peeking around the corner at us, we thought it was time to present you with 25 tips for a successful marriage, to help a wife make her husband happy, and a husband make a wife happy. And some are even funny tips, too! And so, in no particular order, here is my accumulated wisdom, little as it may be: 1. Talk to your spouse more kindly than you talk to anyone else in the world. Too often we speak the most harshly to those closest to us. 2. Remember that marriage is less about marrying […] - [Tips for Mailing Your Wedding Invitations](https://shopbwa.com/tips-for-mailing-your-wedding-invitations/): Often times, brides and grooms-to-be forget to factor in what it will take to get those pretty invitations in the mail. With so many details that go into a wedding, from flowers, to the cake, the invitations are just as important! Remember, they’re the first thing your guests receive and they offer a sneak peek of what’s to come on. We’ve put together a few helpful tips to keep in mind when preparing to mail your invitations. Put it in the budget! Don’t forget — postage costs extra and is a necessity. Wedding invitations cost more than the standard letter […] - [Wedding Cake Tips](https://shopbwa.com/wedding-cake-tips/): Taste the Cake As you start setting up appointments, find out when each baker’s next tasting is scheduled. At tastings, clients are invited into the bakery to sample exemplary cakes, ask questions, and review portfolios. This is an excellent opportunity to meet bakers and fully understand the range of their abilities. Select a Style Deal with the cake after all decisions about dress style and reception decor have been made. These elements can serve as a blueprint for the design and structure of your wedding cake. Choose a cake that’s compatible with the style of the venue, the season, your […] - [3 Secrets to Creating the Shabby Chic Wedding of your Dreams](https://shopbwa.com/3-secrets-to-creating-the-shabby-chic-wedding-of-your-dreams/): Wedding trends come and go, driven by many cultural influences, but few are as enduring and romantic as shabby chic/shabby glam. With its perfect combination of elegance and softness, bright sparkles and gentle hues, a shabby chic wedding complements the individuality and beauty of brides of every age and walk of life. And, thanks to many rental stores increasing their inventory of shabby chic items, it’s also one of the easiest and most fun wedding themes to create. Vintage wedding gowns, repurposed items and a wide inventory of thematic rental items can all work together to create a shabby chic […] - [Tips for Taking Engagement Photos](https://shopbwa.com/tips-for-taking-engagement-photos/): Traditionally used in wedding announcements, engagement photos are now an essential element of save-the-date cards and personalized wedding websites. The setting can range from formal shoots in which couples are dressed to the nines to casual shots featuring couples in everyday attire. When planning an engagement shoot, couples should give themselves carte blanche with regard to style, as the photo shoot need not follow the conventional rules that the wedding itself will most likely adhere to. After deciding on the overall style of the shoot, here are some ways to ensure the portrait session is a success. Find a photographer […] - [7 Ways to Reduce the Stress of Creating a Guest List](https://shopbwa.com/5398-2/): One of the aspects of wedding planning that brides-to-be find quite stressful is creating a good guest list. There’s always the danger of leaving out someone who might be offended about not receiving an invitation, or inviting that one person who has all it takes to turn the big day upside down. If you’re already planning your wedding and you’re wondering how to do it stress-free, check out these tips: Categorize your list: This will make it easier for you to decide who stays on the list and who goes. Divide your list into ‘maybes’ and ‘must-haves,’ or group people […] - [28 Impossibly Fun Wedding Ideas](https://shopbwa.com/28-impossibly-fun-wedding-ideas/): 1. Have a pre-wedding field day so your groomsmen and bridesmaids can get acquainted with one another. 2. Add a line for a DJ song request on your RSVP cards. 3. Enlist your grandmas to be your flower girls. 4. Serve your drinks on “My Two Cents” coasters. 5. For a brunch reception, serve up a waffle bar. 6. For seriously rad photo ops, give out sparklers as favors. 7. Crown your wedding day with this fun cake topper. 8. Incorporate your love story into the aisle runner. It doesn’t even have to incorporate photos. 9. Hire a rad food […] - [Hidden Costs Can Sink Wedding Budget](https://shopbwa.com/5281-2/): In the days of yore, the responsibility of paying for a wedding fell to the bride’s parents. But that tradition has largely fallen by the wayside in recent years, when more and more couples have used their own savings to finance their weddings. Few couples enter the process of planning their weddings unaware of just how expensive weddings can get, but costs can easily begin to escalate if couples are not careful. Couples know that certain wedding expenses, such as the cost of booking a reception hall, will eat up a large portion of their budgets. But there are some […] - [Ideas for Wedding Planning](https://shopbwa.com/ideas-for-wedding-planning/): Your wedding day should be the happiest day of your life. Ensuring that things go smoothly on this day should be the priority of every bride. The key to a flawless wedding day is proper wedding planning. What is wedding planning? This all-encompassing term simply means that you plan for everything that should happen on your wedding day, and you plan to avoid everything that should not happen. There are thousands of things to consider, from the color theme of your wedding to the travel arrangements of your guests. Some brides thrive on actively participating in every aspect of the […] - [6 Tips to Plan the Perfect Destination Wedding](https://shopbwa.com/7-tips-to-plan-the-perfect-destination-wedding/): Destination weddings are now gaining popularity. However, you don’t have to be a celebrity or a very wealthy person before you can have a destination wedding. With a clean cut budget, a realistic plan and a creative imagination, you can have your dream wedding at your favorite spot outside the shores of the country. Here are six tips to guide you in planning the perfect destination wedding: Be organized: The first step to planning a successful destination wedding is organization. It is helpful to hire a professional wedding planner; however, if this luxury is not within your budget, enlist a […] - [Utah Bridal Shows](https://shopbwa.com/utah-bridal-shows/): So far this month we have been to six bridal shows! Three of those have been in Utah. We had a booth at the Grand America bridal show as well as the one at the Salt Palace and Thanksgiving Point. Outside Utah, we attended bridal shows in San Diego, Phoenix and Portland. Bridal Show season is such a whirlwind here at Beautiful Wedding Announcements, but we love meeting all of the new brides face to face and seeing the excitement in your eyes when we show you just how beautiful and affordable our invitations are! We want to hear from […] - [Planning a Wedding? Here are 17 Mistakes you Should Avoid](https://shopbwa.com/planning-a-wedding-here-are-17-mistakes-you-should-avoid/): One of the most-frequented topics of conversation among friends is weddings. It seems we are at a stage when no matter who you’re with or what you’re doing, there’s always something to discuss on the subject of engagement. You have yet to meet a girl who doesn’t have at least some vision of what her wedding day will look like, even if she doesn’t have the Pinterest board(s) to prove it. But all the Pinterest boards and dreams won’t make your wedding day stress-free. When it comes down to executing on your ideas, a lot can go wrong. Learn from […] - [Invitations are the Best Way to Set the Style and Tone for your Wedding](https://shopbwa.com/invitations-are-the-best-way-to-set-the-style-and-tone-for-your-wedding/): You might be a fairytale-style bride or a more professional bride who doesn’t tolerate frilly. You might even be the girl next door with a laid-back attitude. Whatever your personal style, your tastes will set the look and feel of the wedding you’re planning. Over the years, weddings have changed and so have brides and grooms. For example, the average age of a bride has gone up, therefore more couples are choosing to pay for their own weddings. This trend is also causing changes in the overall theme of a given wedding. If you’re in the process of planning your […] - [The Wedding Burnout](https://shopbwa.com/the-wedding-burnout/): Wedding burnout is a very real experience for many engaged couples. The stress of budgeting mixed with the complicated mix of emotions and relationships can quickly turn the fun process of planning your wedding into a nightmare that you just want to end. I’ve found that brides and grooms are most likely to get burned out right around the time that wedding invitations are going out. You’re in the height of the hustle and bustle, but not quite close enough to the big day to let your worry and concern move aside. There are many contributing factors to wedding burnout: […] - [The Only Time You Really Don't Need to Send a Wedding Gift](https://shopbwa.com/the-only-time-you-really-dont-need-to-send-a-wedding-gift/): When the Bride and Groom request no gifts, it’s really okay! It’s true that many people may give a gift anyway, but you should feel comfortable taking the couple at their word. And even if others do give a gift, you won’t look bad by comparison; after all, you’re only respecting their wishes. For couples who don’t wish to receive wedding gifts, spread the message by word of mouth and on your wedding website. As wedding invitations shouldn’t have any reference to gifts, there’s no need to mention it there — in fact, you shouldn’t. Even though it might be […] - [The Wedding Countdown](https://shopbwa.com/the-wedding-countdown/): A Rough Wedding Countdown 6 to 12 Months *Announce your engagement and set the date. *Orchestrate a meeting with your parents and future in-laws. *Discuss the budget with both families *Reserve the ceremony site, reception site and officiant. *Select members of the wedding party. *Select your gown and schedule fittings. *Interview and sign contracts with vendors such as the photographer, the caterer and the florist. *Select the bridesmaids’ attire. 3 to 6 Months *Meet with the officiant to discuss your ceremony and pre-marital counseling required. *Meet with musicians to select music for the ceremony. *Get your guest list started. *Order […] - [How to Organize your Wedding Invitations](https://shopbwa.com/how-to-organize-your-wedding-invitations/): Invitations are easy to organize, especially if you choose the right wedding card supplier. The colour, style and texture choice is as easy as one, two, three, yet the people you choose to invite is a bit more of a hurdle. Originally you think it’s easy , ‘let’s just invite our family and friends’, but then as you start to write down names including all partners and children, the numbers start to spiral out of control. Here are the common questions bride’s ask themselves when compiling that dreaded guest list: *Shall I invite partners? *What if they have only been […] - [5 Non-Cliché Ways to Announce Your Engagement](https://shopbwa.com/5-non-cliche-ways-to-announce-your-engagement/): Fact: Getting engaged means plenty of people will “like” you— at least on the surface. There’s nothing like showing off brand new bling to bring everyone from your third cousin to the girl you sat next to in bio class out of the woodwork and onto your feed. But posting a generic Instagram shot of your newly adorned left hand isn’t exactly personal—and isn’t exactly a testament to the love between you and your significant other. “A creative announcement only amps up the excitement that your family and friends will have for both of you,” explains Rosanna Casper, co-founder of […] - [Save The Date Card Etiquette](https://shopbwa.com/save-the-date-card-etiquette/): Many couples find that tradition reigns supreme when planning a weddings. Certain traditions, such as fathers walking their daughters down the aisle and grooms sharing a dance with their mothers at the reception, are moments to cherish. Though such traditions have withstood the test of time, couples still have some opportunities to embrace relatively recent traditions. One such recent tradition is the save-the-date card, a precursor to wedding invitations that simply lets guests know when the wedding is so they can clear their calendars and be there on a couple’s big day. While save-the-date cards are best kept simple, there […] - [Kids or No Kids?](https://shopbwa.com/kids-or-no-kids/): Weddings are a time for celebration and sharing good times. Some couples want to share their love and excitement with as many people as they can fit under one roof, while others may prefer a more intimate affair to enjoy with a select few. One difficult decision couples must face when planning a wedding is whether or not to invite children to join in the festivities. Young guests can bring an energetic spark to the celebration, but kids unaccustomed to dressing up and enjoying a fancy night out may get swept away by the majesty of the night. Adult guests […] - [10 Ways to Cut the Costs of Planning Your Wedding](https://shopbwa.com/10-ways-to-cut-the-costs-of-planning-your-wedding/): When it comes to beginning your wedding planning, there is nothing worse than those first few moments when you contemplate your wedding budget. You sit down at the computer, open up a spreadsheet and before long you can a feel an alarming twitch resonating from your purse. Shortly after that twitch turns into a monetary earthquake as you finally realise how much this shindig will really cost! For most of us, we have to be realistic. Affording every must-have is simply out of the window, and we have to start looking at ways to keep our costs down. If you […] - [Come See Our Booth at the Park City Bridal Expo](https://shopbwa.com/come-see-our-booth-at-the-park-city-bridal-expo/): Stop by our booth at the Park City Bridal Expo to meet our designers and owners, get your hands on our invitations (so you can feel the quality that you get for the price) and even spin our prize wheel to see what great deals you can get on your invitations! - [How to Be a Good Wedding Guest](https://shopbwa.com/how-to-be-a-good-wedding-guest/): Forget the guides to etiquette — this is about how to be the kind of wedding guest the bride and groom want you to be. Just as with the guide for parents of the happy couple, this is — seriously — what brides and grooms wish their guests knew. Planning a wedding, though lovely and romantic, can be a very stressful process… and there are a few things you as a guest can do to make life a little easier on the happy couple. 1. RSVP ASAP Whether it’s yes or no, let the couple know as soon as possible […] - [Wedding Invitation DONTS](https://shopbwa.com/wedding-invitation-donts/): Don’t be “SuperBride” The “superbride”. The one who thinks she can do it all. Until it’s two weeks to the wedding and there are place cards to be printed, programs to be designed, invitations that didn’t get stamped or sent, and the list goes on. Your family, your friends and the professionals in the industry are all here for you. When picking DIY (do-it yourself) projects, choose wisely. Choose tasks that are simple or extremely personal and enlist your family and friends to help out with that.   Don’t use pre-printed labels As we mentioned last week, your wedding invitations […] - [Wedding Invitation Do's](https://shopbwa.com/wedding-invitation-dos/): You are cordially invited… We request the honor of your presence… Please join us… It is so difficult to decide on the perfect wording, design and colors of invitations! We know. We get it. Nonetheless, it is important. Your invitations are your first impression to the entire event. Wedding or not. It sets the mood and remember that classic saying “a picture is worth a thousand words”? The invitation acts as your picture to your wedding. It tells the story of what your guests should expect on your big day. Here are some of my tips and picks when it […] - [What's the right gifting etiquette?](https://shopbwa.com/whats-the-right-gifting-etiquette/): The wedding season is around the corner, and apart from making a cursory appearance, most of us are always debating whether cash or gifts would be the best gift. A wedding website who surveyed 2,500 British couples, found that nearly four-fifths of those marrying this year will be asking for money instead of a gift. Financial contributions are seen as more useful – and those who feel awkward asking for them are turning to the power of verse to do it for them. However, the situation out here is a little different. Some have always chosen to gift cash on […] - [Should you invite your rude relatives to the wedding?](https://shopbwa.com/should-you-invite-your-rude-relatives-to-the-wedding/): Some believe weddings should be all about the bride. A wedding is the bride’s day, and the extent of a wedding invitee (including the groom) realizes that, and stuffs his/her drama and solipsism and peevishness in a sack in order to honour her, is the extent of that person’s spiritual development. So what does the bride want? One would urge you to say: “Listen, there is some potential for drama from a couple of family members and their spouses. As a matter of fact, they can be downright rude and suck all the air out of the room. I suppose […] - [Simple, Elegant Wedding Themes](https://shopbwa.com/simple-elegant-wedding-themes/): •Destination. If going to the actual destination is beyond your budget, look for ways to recreate that location’s ambiance closer to home. Live near the shore? Potted palms, combed sand, an arch, bouquets of tropical-hued flowers and flickering torches can turn any beach into a tropical experience. Recreate the Irish countryside in a local park or your parents’ backyard with wildflower arrangements and decor in hues of emerald and cream. Whatever your special theme, set the tone for your wedding by choosing destination wedding invitations that evoke the spirit of your destination. •Rustic. On your big day, everything should feel […] - [10 Hidden Wedding Costs You Probably Forgot To Consider](https://shopbwa.com/10-hidden-wedding-costs-you-probably-forgot-to-consider/): When planning a wedding, it’s easy to think about your budget in terms of big ticket items: the dress, the venue, the flowers, the food and beverages. But it’s the little wedding-day extras that can really add up and put you over your intended budget. So before you come thousands of dollars short due to unexpected wedding costs, read on for the hidden fees you may have forgotten to add to your budget. 1. Postage. We’ve found that engaged couples make many trips to the post office! Wedding invitations often need extra postage due to their weight and shape. You […] - [Four Money Management Tips for Your Wedding](https://shopbwa.com/four-money-management-tips-for-your-wedding/): Managing the budget of your upcoming wedding can seem like something of a dream scenario; something you’d love to be able to do, but something which seems to continually be outside of your grasp, however hard you try. There are tons of articles published online telling you how to save money on your wedding venue, catering, and of course, your honeymoon. For this reason we’ve decided to focus on smaller considerations, the wedding props that aren’t spoken about as often but, when added together, can make up a significant portion of your budget. Below are four detailed money management tips […] - [Wedding Invitations: What's The Etiquette?](https://shopbwa.com/wedding-invitations-whats-the-etiquette/): One of the most crucial parts of the big day planning, your wedding invitations can help set the tone and theme of the occasion as well as determine the most important part of the wedding: the family and friends you want to have there, celebrating your special moment with you. Obligatory details you can’t leave off the wedding invites? The location of the ceremony, the date and time and the address of the reception venue (if different from the ceremony). Below are pointers on wedding invitation etiquette: How far in advance should you send out the invites? Try and stick […] - [How To Handle Wedding Guests Who Don't RSVP](https://shopbwa.com/how-to-handle-wedding-guests-who-dont-rsvp/): Wedding invitations are often a great source of information for guests. While wedding websites also provide a great opportunity for couples to get the word out about their weddings and share pertinent details like the date and location of the wedding, many people are still unfamiliar with the concept of a wedding website, and therefore they rely on invitations as their primary source of information about a wedding. One of the most important bits of information couples must include on their wedding invitations is the RSVP date. The RSVP, which stands for “repondez s’il vous plait,” is a couple’s request […] - [How to manage seating arrangements](https://shopbwa.com/how-to-manage-seating-arrangements/): After all of the invitations have been sent and RSVPs returned, engaged couples who are including a sit-down dinner as part of their wedding receptions must figure out the seating arrangements for their guests. Such a task can be both fun and stressful. The fun of making seating arrangements stems from reuniting friends and family members who couples feel will enjoy one another’s company and make the reception that much more fun. But feuding family members can make the task of assigning seats somewhat stressful. Couples need not be relationship experts to plan seating arrangements that ensure guests have a […] - [How to make your wedding more eco-friendly](https://shopbwa.com/how-to-make-your-wedding-more-eco-friendly/): Couples about to tie the knot may be preoccupied with finding the right color palettes for their wedding days. While white has long been a favorite wedding day color, many couples are now looking for ways to go green at their weddings, as more and more couples want to make their ceremonies as eco-friendly as possible. While it might once have been difficult to make weddings environmentally friendly affairs, today’s couples have many eco-friendly options at their disposal. From hotels that use solar power to reception halls that rely on locally sourced foods, there are plenty of ways to turn […] - [Wedding etiquette for your family](https://shopbwa.com/wedding-etiquette-for-your-family/): Do you need expert advice on wedding day etiquette for your family? Many times people receive wedding invitations but are unsure what to do with their kids. One important aspect is deciphering whether or not the children are invited. The way to figure this out is by seeing who the invitation is addressed to. You really want to look at the invitation. Who is it addressed to? Is it addressed to Mr. and Mrs.? Is it addressed to Mr. and Mrs. and family? Does your child have their own invitation? That’s going to give you indication whether or not your […] - [How To Budget Your Wedding](https://shopbwa.com/how-to-budget-your-wedding/): The endless expenses that come with planning a wedding are almost enough to make even the most party-loving couples want to elope. But there are ways to cut costs without your guests even noticing. Here are ways to save, what you can skimp on and what unplanned expenses often catch brides by surprise. This may come as a shock, but one big area where you really don’t have to go all out is the invitations. “You can still get something very beautiful that’s not custom, five-ply paper or letter-pressed in, and five different colors. Another way to save money is […] - [5 Things You Need to Know When Creating Your Guest List](https://shopbwa.com/5-things-you-need-to-know-when-creating-your-guest-list/): Here’s 5 things you need to know when planning your Wedding Guest List! 1. EVERYTHING Revolves around WHO you invite!! Good luck having any productive meetings with your reception venue, caterer, florist…etc until you have an idea of how many guests you’ll be expecting. It’s nearly impossible to know what to budget for anything until you have a number in mind. If you’re planning on an epic day with EVERYONE you know, you’ll want to consider that before selecting your venues. (remember you’ll have to FEED all these people, be prepared to budget accordingly) If you’re dead set on the […] - [5 Suggestions for Wedding Gifts](https://shopbwa.com/5-suggestions-for-wedding-gifts/): It’s that time of year again: springtime. Love is in the air, which means you may notice your mailbox filling up with wedding invitations from friends and family. Most likely, the invite will also include information about where the newlyweds-to-be are registered. But are registries really convenient and useful anymore in today’s world or are they more costly, both in time and money, than they’re worth? Whether or not you decide to purchase a gift the old fashioned way through a registry, be sure to consider these reasons for going a different, modern approach with your gift. Technology has made […] - [14 Fast & Easy Destination Wedding Etiquette Tips](https://shopbwa.com/14-fast-easy-destination-wedding-etiquette-tips/): We live in a world of bite-sized information, and with good reason! Hectic schedules, demanding careers and social lives leave little time for anything else. So if you’re looking for the inside scoop on etiquette for your upcoming destination wedding without thumbing through a novel’s worth of information, here are some fast & easy etiquette tips that we swear by. Send invites early: Send save-the-dates 8-12 months out to give guests ample time to save and plan. If you don’t have that long, three to four months is okay. Invitations go out 6-8 weeks in advance. Include guests that can’t […] - [Affordable Yet Elegant Wedding Themes](https://shopbwa.com/affordable-yet-elegant-wedding-themes/): Saving money is always smart, but can it also be romantic? When it comes to your wedding day, spending less doesn’t mean you have to give up elegance and romance. It’s all about wise choices, setting priorities and selecting a theme that is the perfect marriage of elegance and budget mindedness. We’ve all heard how the cost of the average wedding increases every year, but it’s also easier than ever for savvy brides to save money and still have a smashing wedding. Picking the right theme can go a long way toward making the most of your wedding budget. And […] - [Wedding Invitations Tip Sheet](https://shopbwa.com/1760-2/): Wedding invitations often provide guests with a first glimpse of a wedding’s style. Invitations also may serve as the means by which distant friends and relatives find out about a couple’s pending nuptials if a formal announcement was not made. Amid the flourishes of calligraphy and impressive paper stock is information that speaks to the importance of the day when two people will be joining their lives together. Guests will learn not only the time and the place of the wedding from the invitation, but also the formality of the event and the scope of the party that will follow. […] - [Wedding Invitations Tip Sheet](https://shopbwa.com/wedding-invitations-tip-sheet/):  Wedding invitations often provide guests with a first glimpse of a wedding’s style. Invitations also may serve as the means by which distant friends and relatives find out about a couple’s pending nuptials if a formal announcement was not made. Amid the flourishes of calligraphy and impressive paper stock is information that speaks to the importance of the day when two people will be joining their lives together. Guests will learn not only the time and the place of the wedding from the invitation, but also the formality of the event and the scope of the party that will follow. […] - [Color your world with love: Top hues for 2014 weddings](https://shopbwa.com/color-your-world-with-love-top-hues-for-2014-weddings/): Planning a wedding means making plenty of decisions, and one of the most important—and, hopefully, enjoyable—choices you’ll make will be to select your wedding colors. Yet even when it’s fun, choosing a wedding color can be challenging, as you strive for a look that’s both on-trend and true to your personal taste. Every wedding offers ample opportunities for personalization and your choice of wedding color will influence many of your other decisions, from the color of your groom’s boutonniere to the appearance of your wedding invitations. Your wedding color should have special significance to you and your intended, and should […] - [A Taste of 2014 Wedding Trends](https://shopbwa.com/a-taste-of-2014-wedding-trends/): Weddings these days are much about nothing — as in nothing traditional, nothing classic, nothing orthodox. Think neon-colored cakes. Two-piece wedding gowns or pantsuits. Hashtags on invitations so guests can tweet the wedding. As the season of matrimony draws near (June is the most popular month to tie the knot, followed by September and October), many went searching for what’s trending in weddings in 2014. Some of them get a big “I do.” Others? Well, they’re kind of like the in-laws. We’re going to have to warm up to them. “Clearly, most of these things would not have been done […] - [Brides tossing wedding traditions along with bouquets](https://shopbwa.com/brides-tossing-wedding-traditions-along-with-bouquets/): Weddings these days are much ado about nothing – as in nothing traditional, nothing classic, nothing orthodox. Think neon-colored cakes. Two-piece wedding gowns or pantsuits. Hashtags on invitations so guests can tweet the wedding. As the season of matrimony draws near (June is the most popular month to tie the knot, followed by September and October), searching for what’s trending in weddings in 2014 took place. Not everyone wants their wedding broadcast to the world. But in this day of social media, many couples adore the idea of having memorable tweets and Facebook posts from that special day. Brides and […] - [Should You Invite An Ex To Your Wedding?](https://shopbwa.com/should-you-invite-an-ex-to-your-wedding/): The rules of wedding etiquette are constantly changing, making it difficult for modern brides, grooms and guests to find up-to-date and correct information. Someone asked,”Is it okay to invite your ex, that your still friends with, to your wedding?” Is it okay? Maybe. But maybe not. It’s as easy to imagine a wedding where the couple and their guests can all get along and be mature, respectful adults even when there are tangled romantic histories as it is to image gossip, drama or hurt feelings overtaking a wedding thanks to lingering resentment about past relationships. While there are certainly circumstances […] - [The Stuff People Pay Too Much For](https://shopbwa.com/the-stuff-people-pay-too-much-for/): Here are some tips to help make your wedding stay more on budget. The Flowers Flowers can be a huge expense. Not only does tradition call for bouquets for the bride and bridesmaids, and boutonnieres for the men, you also need to consider flowers for the ceremony, the table settings and even a wrist let for Grandma. To limit your flower costs: •Stay in season: If you insist on a certain kind of bloom but it’s out-of-season, the cost will be higher. •Think big: Larger blooms, such as hydrangeas, sunflowers and peonies are among those that allow you to use […] - [Wedding Invitation Wording for an Elegant Affair](https://shopbwa.com/wedding-invitation-wording-for-an-elegant-affair/): A lot of planning goes into any wedding, but an elegant wedding can be even more stressful and involve much more planning. One of the most important decisions that the bride and groom will need to make is choosing the wedding invitation wording. The wedding invitation wording is what will clue guests in to the fact that the wedding will be a formal occasion. Guests need to be aware of the formality of the wedding so they bring a proper gift and dress appropriately. This is done through the wedding invitation wording. The first thing for the bride and groom […] - [Beautiful Two-Sided Invitation](https://shopbwa.com/beautiful-two-sided-invitation-33/): This beautiful two-sided invitation done for Chelsea has great fonts, colors, and photographs! Remember that all announcements are custom design so you can change anything like colors or design or just start from nothing! This is a sample of a two-sided 5 x 7 wedding invitation that Beautiful Wedding Announcements did on a glossy card stock. It was a custom graphic design with several photographs. We also custom designed insert cards to compliment this announcement. We can do a wedding invitation for you that is similar to this one and change the colors or fonts to fit your style, or […] - [Beautiful Pocket Invitation](https://shopbwa.com/beautiful-pocket-invitation/): This beautiful pocket invitation done for Becca has a beautiful band and great colors and fonts! Remember that all announcements are custom design so you can change anything like colors or design or just start from nothing! This is a sample of a pocket 5 x 7 wedding invitation that Beautiful Wedding Announcements did on a glossy card stock. It was a custom graphic design with several photographs. We also custom designed insert cards to compliment this announcement. We can do a wedding invitation for you that is similar to this one and change the colors or fonts to fit […] - [Beautiful Two-Sided Invitation](https://shopbwa.com/beautiful-two-sided-invitation-32/): This beautiful two-sided invitation done for Kamber has great fonts, colors, and photographs! Remember that all announcements are custom design so you can change anything like colors or design or just start from nothing! This is a sample of a two-sided 5 x 7 wedding invitation that Beautiful Wedding Announcements did on a glossy card stock. It was a custom graphic design with several photographs. We also custom designed insert cards to compliment this announcement. We can do a wedding invitation for you that is similar to this one and change the colors or fonts to fit your style, or […] - [How to Plan a Wedding: The Guest List and Invitations](https://shopbwa.com/how-to-plan-a-wedding-the-guest-list-and-invitations/): Choosing the guest list for your wedding can be a task fraught with stress and drama. Who gets final say on numbers? Do you have to invite children? What about long lost relatives we never see? How about just inviting some people for the evening? Will people be offended if they’re not included in the whole day? Are we allowing +1s? There are so many questions and many, many concerns surrounding who to have (and not have) at your wedding. In fact I’m sure a lot of you are now starting to see the benefits of eloping! The short answer […] - [Beautiful Two-Sided Announcement](https://shopbwa.com/beautiful-two-sided-announcement/): This beautiful two-sided invitation done for Tanya has great fonts, colors, and photographs! Remember that all announcements are custom design so you can change anything like colors or design or just start from nothing! This is a sample of a two-sided 5 x 7 wedding invitation that Beautiful Wedding Announcements did on a glossy card stock. It was a custom graphic design with several photographs. We also custom designed insert cards to compliment this announcement. We can do a wedding invitation for you that is similar to this one and change the colors or fonts to fit your style, or […] - [Tips for an Affordable Destination Wedding](https://shopbwa.com/1702-2/): A flurry of congratulatory phone calls, social media announcements and sparkling ring pictures all mean one thing: engagement season has arrived. With approximately 39 percent of marriage proposals taking place between Thanksgiving and Valentine’s Day, engaged couples are taking note of one of the fastest-growing nuptial trends — destination weddings. These days, one in four weddings is a destination wedding, giving couples — and their guests — a reason to blend the joy of a marriage celebration with a fun and memorable vacation. Planning a destination wedding suitable for all your attendees is easier than you think. Plan ahead 9 […] - [Ensure Invitations Convey more than the Date and Location](https://shopbwa.com/ensure-invitations-convey-more-than-the-date-and-location/): Wedding invitations often provide guests with a first glimpse of a wedding’s style. Invitations also may serve as the means by which distant friends and relatives find out about a couple’s pending nuptials if a formal announcement was not made. Guests will learn not only the time and the place of the wedding from the invitation, but also the formality of the event and the scope of the party that will follow. Couples should keep certain things in mind as they begin to design their wedding invitations: Have a good idea of your potential guest list. Before shopping for wedding […] - [The Importance of the Wedding Invitations](https://shopbwa.com/the-importance-of-the-wedding-invitations/): Invitations are one of the most essential parts of planning a wedding because they set the tone of what guests are to expect on the wedding day while, at the same time, helping them prepare for your event. In turn, it will keep them out of the trash and in the memory books. Below are a few reasons why invitations are so important and the information you should include on them. Setting the Tone Have you ever received an invitation in the mail and been able to envision the wedding day? Well, if your answer is no, then you’ve probably […] - [How Do Printable Wedding Invitations Work?](https://shopbwa.com/how-do-printable-wedding-invitations-work/): If you’re wondering what printable wedding invitations are and how they work, here What are printable wedding invitations? As its name suggests, printable wedding invitations are invites that are designed for you. Instead of being sent to you via mail, a printable file is delivered to you via email or through a digital download link. Printable wedding invitations are useful when the couple wants to… o have invitations printed and in-hand in a shorter amount of time o choose the style card stock onto which the invitations will be printed Where can you buy printable wedding invitations? Since it’s the […] - [10 expert tips for an affordable and memorable destination wedding](https://shopbwa.com/10-expert-tips-for-an-affordable-and-memorable-destination-wedding/): These days, one in four weddings is a destination wedding, giving couples – and their guests – a reason to blend the joy of a marriage celebration with a fun and memorable vacation. Planning a destination wedding suitable for all your attendees is easier than you think. 1. Plan ahead It’s said to plan nine to 12 months is the optimum planning time, especially for a destination wedding. Many couples start planning a destination wedding as soon as they get engaged. While the summer months are typically most popular for couples, when choosing a date, it’s recommends considering a Friday […] - [Top 6 Money-Saving Engagement Tips](https://shopbwa.com/top-6-money-saving-engagement-tips/): What is it about the holidays that leads to so many engagement announcements? With Facebook and Twitter feed full of engagement photos from your nearest and dearest, these couples are likely waking up from engagement euphoria and recognizing the financial realities of paying for a wedding. The average wedding budget is $28,427, excluding the honeymoon, a jump from $27,021 last year. For most, their wedding day is the one party that they throw — the one celebration of a relationship that will be the core of their family. It’s fine to pay homage to that and spend some money doing […] - [Beautiful One-Sided Invitation](https://shopbwa.com/beautiful-one-sided-invitation-32/): This beautiful one-sided invitation done for Rose has a beautiful design and great colors! Remember that all announcements are custom designed so you can change anything or start from nothing! This is a sample of a one-sided 5×7 wedding invitation that Beautiful Wedding Announcements did on a glossy card stock. It was a custom graphic design with a contemporary feel. We also custom designed insert cards to compliment this announcement. We can do a wedding invitation for you that is similar to this one and change the colors or fonts to fit your style, or we can custom design a […] - [30 Unexpected Wedding Costs Brides Forget to Budget For](https://shopbwa.com/30-unexpected-wedding-costs-brides-forget-to-budget-for/): Sticking to your budget is one of the trickiest parts of planning a wedding — especially because there are so many hidden costs. To help you out, here are the top items that couples forget to think about when allocating their wedding finances. Pre-Wedding Costs Asking Bridesmaids in a Special Way: For many brides, asking their nearest and dearest to stand up with them on their wedding day simply isn’t something that can be done via phone or text — or even just on your regular girl’s night out. Brides are popping the question to their ‘maids with creative gifts […] - [How to address wedding invitations](https://shopbwa.com/how-to-address-wedding-invitations/): You may have finalized the guest list, but that doesn’t mean your wedding work is done. (But you’re so close!) Sending the invitations sounds like a hassle-free to-do (off to the calligrapher they go!), but now’s not the time to slack off. Married Couple In this case, it is proper to use Mr. and Mrs. Spell out the husband’s first name. If you decide to include the husband’s middle name, it should be spelled out, not abbreviated as an initial. Single Female In the case of a single female guest, it is proper to use Ms. if she is over […] - [Beautiful Folded Invitation](https://shopbwa.com/beautiful-folded-invitation-7/): This beautiful folded invitation has a great design and beautiful colors! Remember that all announcements are custom design so you can change anything like colors or design or just start from nothing! This is a sample of a two-sided 5×7 wedding invitation that Beautiful Wedding Announcements did on a glossy card stock. It was a custom graphic design with several photographs. We also custom designed insert cards to compliment this announcement. We can do a wedding invitation for you that is similar to this one and change the colors or fonts to fit your style, or we can custom design […] - [Things to consider when choosing invitations](https://shopbwa.com/things-to-consider-when-choosing-invitations/): Wedding invitations often provide guests with a first glimpse of a wedding’s style. Invitations also may serve as the means by which distant friends and relatives find out about a couple’s pending nuptials if a formal announcement was not made. Amid the flourishes of calligraphy and impressive paper stock is information that speaks to the importance of the day when two people will be joining their lives together. Guests will learn not only the time and the place of the wedding from the invitation, but also the formality of the event and the scope of the party that will follow. 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I want to thank you and your staff for all the hard work they did. I know it was a challenge creating the invites, with the spanish language barrier, but we really appreciate all of the effort that everyone made in order for them to come as we both, my fiance and I, wanted. They came out just GORGEOUS! We are really happy with the work, and excited […] - [Thank You Cards](https://shopbwa.com/thank-you-cards/) - [Save The Dates](https://shopbwa.com/save-the-dates/) - [BWA Admin](https://shopbwa.com/bwa-admin/) - [My Account](https://shopbwa.com/my-account/) - [Prices](https://shopbwa.com/prices/) - [Privacy Policy](https://shopbwa.com/privacy-policy-2/): Here at Beautiful Wedding Announcements we value your privacy. Your information will be kept confidential and will never be shared with a third party. 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