How to Throw a Guest-Friendly Wedding Bash


Updated 06/21/11 4:05 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Fun Wedding Activities

While we all know the bride and groom are the center of attention at the wedding (and in some cases, just the bride), most couples would agree if it was truly just about them, they would elope. When you throw a big wedding bash, you're essentially throwing your guests a party, so you want it to be fun and memorable. From the entertaining to the interactive, here are some creative ways beyond the Read more

How to Make Money Off Your Breakup


Updated 02/06/12 9:55 AM · Posted by LearnVest · 2 comments

Where to Buy Used Wedding Goods

We're thrilled to present this smart LearnVest story here on Savvy! When you break up with someone, should you return any gifts? Not according to Never Liked It Anyway, where those unlucky in love can sell mementos of failed relationships and divulge the dirt behind the gift. And it’s not just teddy bears and uneaten chocolates — disenchanted lovers are selling wedding dresses, rings, weekend Read more

Bridal Friday Link Time: DeAnna Pappas's Sweet Wedding Video


Updated 11/04/11 1:25 PM · Posted by TresSugar · 0 comments

DeAnna Pappas Wedding Video

Former Bachelorette DeAnna weds Michael Stagliano's brother — Green Wedding Shoes From male bridesmaids to picking a photog, experts weigh in — Style Me Pretty Can I skip my own reception? — 100 Layer Cake A rustic, handmade, Anthropologie-inspired wedding — The Wedding Chicks Is waiting until your wedding night to have sex with your hubby a good idea? — Glamour A rickshaw made for Read more

Trending on Très — Kate Brings Cheer to Children's Hospital


Updated 10/11/11 6:23 PM · Posted by TresSugar · 0 comments

Top Pop Culture Stories From Week of September 25, 2011

Putting princess lessons to good use: Kate Middleton brings cheer to a children's hospital Check out these confessions from a romance novel cover girl Even after defeat, the Red Sox players still look wicked hot Embrace Fall with these creative Autumn date ideas Is a ghoulish reception up your alley? Here are some Halloween-inspired wedding ideas Our picks for the worst movie boyfriends Read more

5 Smart Ideas For Cutting Wedding Food Costs


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Cost-Saving Tips For Wedding Dinner

Food costs definitely make up one of the biggest chunks of a wedding budget, but they don’t have to totally break the bank. Nor do you have to sacrifice a delicious, memorable wedding meal in the name of saving; you just have to get creative! To inspire you, here are five unique cost-saving ideas from real-life savvy weddings. A family affair: When my sister got married years ago, we enlisted Read more

Ask a Savvy Bride: Do I Bring a Gift If I Was Only Invited to the Reception?


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Do I Have to Bring a Gift If I Was Only Invited to the Reception, Not the Wedding?

Wedding etiquette can be tricky. If you have a conundrum like the one below, be sure to ask our Savvy Bride for help in the Ask Savvy group. Reader Natty recently posed this question. Dear Savvy Bride, My cousin recently had a "destination wedding". During the planning it was made very clear that it was going to be a small wedding and that no one but immediate family was invited. I recently Read more

12 Nifty Ways to Help You Save on Weddings


Updated 05/23/11 2:36 PM · Posted by SavvySugar · 1 comment

Saving on Weddings

We had a ball at the SavvySugar and The Broke-Ass Bride Twitter party yesterday, chatting to savvy brides and experts about ways to save on weddings. To get up to date on tips, be sure to follow @SavvySugar on Twitter. Here are some of the great tips gathered from our fun chat: Save on venue. BrokeAssBride suggests to save on rental fees by hosting the ceremony and reception in the same place, Read more

2011 Wedding Season Roundup: Alternative Reception Music, the Best Shoes For the Bride, How to Look Great in Photos, and More!


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Wedding Tips and Ideas 2011-06-11 06:05:00

Now that June is here, wedding season is in full swing! Whether you're a bride-to-be, planning a party for a newly engaged couple, or just filling up your calendar with friends' nuptials, we've got plenty of tips and ideas across the PopSugar Network. From the showers and the bachelorette parties to reception decor and music, you're sure to find something that'll ring your wedding bells and get Read more

5 Unique Ways to Add Pizzazz to Your Wedding Day


Updated 06/20/11 12:55 AM · Posted by · 2 comments

How to Make Your Wedding Special

It's nice to stick to traditions for your big day; after all, that's what a wedding is all about, right? However, you can use some creativity to jazz it up a little. Here are some expert tips from Dana LaRue of The Broke-Ass Bride blog to add some spice to your nuptials. Predrinks: Don't let your guests wilt in the heat, or during the wait, for your ceremony. Serve up a preceremony cocktail to Read more