December 10, 2009 Grateful Dread? There’s no need to fear the thank-yous. Here’s the pain-free way to get the matrimonial missives in the mail
November 26, 2009 Of Marriage and Money For better or worse, money is always an issue when two lives come together. Here are some common problems that may arise and how to tactfully manage them
November 26, 2009 What To Do About Wording Advice about the right - and wrong - ways to let your guests know they're included in your big day
December 31, 2008 Vendor Etiquette How to take care of the people taking care of you
December 24, 2008 Tipping Tips When to say ‘thank you’ with a little something extra
December 11, 2008 Grace Under Pressure The dress gets a stain, the vendors screw up, someone drinks way too much - how do you handle the disasters that arise during the big day?
November 6, 2008 The 5 W’s of the Wedding License Set aside the ‘wedding’ for a moment, and find out the who, what, when, where and why of acquiring the one thing that really means you’re married
October 30, 2008 Engrave the Date Pressing down a high-end option for your invites
October 23, 2008 Maid of Money? Attire, gifts, party-planning – the title of bridesmaid seems to require its own bank account. Here’s how to stand up on the big day without going broke
October 16, 2008 Guest Services Sure, dinner and dancing are great; but here’s how to go above and beyond to ensure your guests have a great time at your wedding
September 25, 2008 Words, Words, Words Whether they’re in Antique Roman or Comic Sans, the words on an invitation have a big job and a small space to do it. Here are some ways to make them work
September 18, 2008 You’re Engaged. Now What? A slew of telephone calls, sure; but an engagement party, bridal showers ... nothing? What are you supposed to do to help spread the word and celebrate?
September 11, 2008 What’s Love Got to Do with It? In these financially precarious times, could some people actually be sprinting to the altar in order in hopes of hitching themselves to their partner’s insurance plan?
August 14, 2008 Paint it Black Be it accents on your gown or the whole she-bang, a little bit of darkness is now becoming chic for the big day. Is it just a blip on the map or is beating down the white-only myth?
August 7, 2008 Worldwide Wedding Entertainment Slideshows, a cappella serenades, crazy group dances – what’s appropriate and how much is too much at your wedding?
July 17, 2008 ‘She Ripped Off My Wedding’ Tasteful tactics and sound advice for when another gal steals your big-day style secrets
July 3, 2008 The Big & Small of it All One of you wants a blowout, the other wants to shut everyone out. It may sound hard to believe, but it is possible to please you both on your special day
June 12, 2008 How to Say ‘No’ to a Hand-Me-Down If it’s not your style, you don’t need to compromise. Fulfill your own wedding wardrobe wishes despite what others may want you to do
May 29, 2008 (New) Brothers & Sisters Making friends with your spouses siblings isn’t always easy
May 29, 2008 When Quirks Collide Being up-front about your living idiosyncrasies will ease the transition from singlehood to couple
May 22, 2008 5 Ways to Go Blue on the Big Day It’s rooted in history, but here’s are some modern takes on how to add a little azure to your wedding wardrobe
May 15, 2008 The ‘I Do’ Doers From clergy to judges to someone a little closer to home, here’s a look at the different people you can choose to link you with your loved one for the rest of your life
May 15, 2008 To Invite or Not To Invite The decision to include or disclude someone from your ceremony gets even trickier when it’s a close family member
May 8, 2008 Voyage of Vows From special candies to special coins, see how couples around the world tie the knot
May 1, 2008 Bright Traditions Throughout history, wedding dresses have had their own mystique
May 1, 2008 Balance of Power You’ve compromised on the reception location, the color scheme and the band, but you just can’t agree on how many attendants to have at their wedding. Here’s how to play the numbers game if this happens to you
April 24, 2008 For My New Spouse Gifts exchanged between the bride and groom is an oft-forgot tradition. Here’s a look behind the custom and what type of gifts are perfect for today’s couples
April 3, 2008 Back On Top Take a look back at how the once-customary couple made it to the top of the cake world, and why they might be fit to reign again
April 3, 2008 Do I Really Have to Wear White? There are lots of colors out there. And this bride just might walk down the aisle in one of them
March 27, 2008 Paring Problems Getting the guest list for your wedding in sync with your budget is no easy task. How do you decide who to leave out, and how do you break it to them? Just ask the etiquette experts
March 27, 2008 Dare to Heir Sometimes the best engagement ring already is in the family. Here’s what makes a great heirloom ring and how you go about giving one
March 20, 2008 2 Brides’ 2 Cents As they prepare for their own nuptials, two of our writers share their first steps of wedding-planning process
March 20, 2008 Dude of Honor Who says someone of the opposite sex can’t stand up for you? One man tells his tale from the other side
March 13, 2008 Eyes on the Bride Attendees can learn a lot about a wedding’s dress code by picking up on all the obvious clues
March 6, 2008 Stand Up, Sit Down – No Fights Create a seating chart for your wedding that quells confusion, potential strife
February 21, 2008 Spoils of the Day Preparing your gift registry is a multi-step process
January 17, 2008 Fight Wedding Jealousy Your engagement and wedding mean big changes ahead, and not just for you. Here's how to handle the sneak attacks of jealousy that can disrupt your relations with friends and family
January 17, 2008 How Sweet It Is Later for the burgers, microwave meals and takeout menus of married life – the time to celebrate your engagement is short and sweet. Why not eat dessert first?
January 10, 2008 10 Tips for a Novice Daughter-in-Law With a little attitude adjustment and some thoughtful gestures, any new daughter-in-law can pave the way for positive relations with her new family
January 3, 2008 Happy Endings Wedding plans bring out the beast in both bride and groom – just make sure cooler heads prevail
December 13, 2007 Invite Etiquette On your wedding invitation, every word counts – choose them with love and care, advises etiquette expert Peggy Post
November 30, 2007 Say ‘Thanks’ the Right Way Writing notes of gratitude for gifts received is an easy and essential way to appreciate the generosity of friends, family
November 22, 2007 Where the Girls Are At bachelorette parties, pampering’s in, raunchy is definitely out
November 15, 2007 I Do, I Hue Somewhere between Will you marry me…? and Do you take…? lies a wedding’s third overwhelming question: What are your colors?
November 15, 2007 Etiquette, Schmetiquette Q: Should brides and grooms throw tradition by the wayside in creating the wedding they want?
A: Yes. No. And maybe.
November 15, 2007 The Finer Points of Ex Etiquette You’ve been there, done that – and now you’re doing it again. When former spouses are in the picture, the seating plan isn’t the only challenge. Here’s how to handle your past perfectly
November 15, 2007 'I Planned a Day I Hope Will Make My Grandkids Laugh’ She didn’t want a white dress. She didn’t want bridesmaids. Ariel Meadow Stallings had issues with just about every wedding tradition in the book. Maybe that’s why, after her own offbeat nuptials, she rewrote the book.
November 15, 2007 A Little Dip’ll Do Ya For some 21st-century brides, it’s all about drowning the gown
November 8, 2007 A Modern Gift Guide Take the guess out of being a wedding guest with today’s guide to the best accessory – the gift
October 25, 2007 Kiss, Kiss The good news: Your wedding ceremony will culminate with a passionate smooch. Even better news: Practice makes perfect
October 18, 2007 You’ve Got Mail Invite your guests with invitations that set the tone for the big day ahead
October 5, 2007 In Honor of Absence Remembering a deceased loved one is a delicate and important part of your wedding celebration
September 27, 2007 Thanks For Coming Give a gift to thank guests for making the effort to attend your nuptials
September 13, 2007 Simply the Best Man The groom’s go-to guy has responsibilities beyond the toast and bachelor party
August 30, 2007 A Dress for Life Preserving your gown keeps the memories, spirit of the big day alive for years to come
August 22, 2007 You Say ‘Tomato Bisque,’ I Say ‘Tomato Soufflé’ Just because you both said, ‘I do!’ doesn’t mean you agree on every aspect of your big day – here’s how to make your nuptial harmonious
August 7, 2007 When Brides Attack For many women, the bridezilla is in the details. Here’s how to avoid getting mired in the minutia
July 10, 2007 Ask, or You Might Receive The new registry trend is all about what you want, not what tradition says you need. For the bride and groom who already have everything, registering takes a more real-life approach
April 1, 2007 To Kid or Not to Kid … Hosting younger guests on your wedding day can be a success if you think like a child
February 1, 2007 A Not-So-Modest Proposal Getting down on one knee is an act of drama and courage with only one goal in mind - 'I do!' Here's how to make it happen, and make it memorable
December 15, 2006 ... And Fido Makes Three For some brides and grooms, the thought of leaving a pet at home while they tie the knot is unthinkable. Here’s why they’re putting on the dog – and loving it.
December 1, 2006 When Religion is a Hot Button When people of different faiths marry – by some estimates, nearly half of couples – talk about religious differences should be at the very top of the wedding planning To-Do list. Here’s why.
October 1, 2006 Been There … Don’t Do That! Perhaps no one on Earth sees more wedding trials and triumphs than ministers, priests, rabbis and justices of the peace. Here, for better and for worse, are some hair-raising tales from the other side of the ceremony.
September 15, 2006 Mind the Gap! The bride and groom want lots of pictures. The guests want to eat, thank you very much. How to handle the transition from ceremony to reception
