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Wait . . . People Have Weekday Weddings? 

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Never Again a Bridesmaid

Never Again a Bridesmaid Always a bridesmaid, never a bride does not even begin to describe me. I have planned more weddings for friends in my hometown of Chicago, Illinois; I have lost count of them. I have somehow developed a reputation…
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Here’s Why Having Custom Uplighting Is So Important For Your Wedding

Here’s Why Having Custom Uplighting Is So Important For Your Wedding The wedding ceremony is perhaps the most important component of your wedding day. Your guests are present to witness your commitment to one another, and your wedding day…
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Why So Many People Are Loving Off-Season Weddings

Why So Many People Are Loving Off-Season Weddings Getting married shouldn’t cost you a lot of money – that is if you schedule your wedding during the off-season. That’s right. More and more people are now opting for the less popular seasons…
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Duties of the Best Man – Ceremony, Reception and After the Wedding

Duties of the Best Man – Ceremony, Reception and After the Wedding The main duty of an attendant is to make things easier for the couple. This can be accomplished in a number of ways. Although the “rules” have changed quite a bit in the…
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Fall Wedding Color Trends

Fall  Wedding Color Trends For many people, including brides to be, fall is their favorite season. It ushers in colder temperatures and hints at the promise of the holiday season. The leaves begin changing colors. Nature is at its most glorious,…
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The First Dance as Husband and Wife – A Cherished Tradition

The First Dance as Husband and Wife – A Cherished Tradition. A couple’s first dance together as man and wife is one of the most cherished traditions of American and European weddings. Grooms and brides invest many hours into selecting…
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Holiday Wedding Inspiration

Warm up your winter wedding with ruby red. Add candlelight and a metallic accent — for a romantic and inviting ambiance. More inspiration at http://www.astoriabanquets.com/AstoriaExquisiteBanquets.htm
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Halloween-Themed Wedding Reception

Astoria Banquets and events, all-inclusive reception venue, chicago and suburbs

The 39 Stages of Being A Bride

All the useful stages of wedding preparations found here ;) http://www.buzzfeed.com/bookishbelle/the-39-stages-of-being-a-bride-fm17 Have fun and call Astoria Banquets to help you in planning!!!
Astoria Banquets and events, all-inclusive reception venue, chicago and suburbs

Celebrity Inspired Wedding Makeup

Here is a great article with photos and descriptions of how-to's for celebrity inspired wedding makeup. https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=10151892876959695&id=71451574694