HOW TO GET SAVINGS FOR YOUR WEDDING

In DESTINATION WEDDINGS the latest trend for most brides is to decide renting their wedding gown. A bride can have her perfect wedding and substantially cut its cost by doing one thing: renting her wedding gown. By renting, a bride will spend average only about 20 percent of a gown's retail price!

So the biggest advantage of renting a bridal gown is the savings.

The bride pays less for her dress than she would if she were buying it, leaving money for other parts of the wedding.

Renting a gown offers several advantages if a bride follows a few basic steps. She should carefully examine her dress to ensure it has not been damaged, reserve the dress early and have the dress professionally cleaned before returning it.

Also, by renting, the bride might be able to wear a gown that would have been beyond her financial dreams if she were buying. It is even possible to rent designer gowns.

As a bonus, some rental salons offer package deals in which the dress, veil, shoes and gloves are included in the price.

When renting a gown, the bride does not have to worry about special ordering one that fits her. The shops will have the gown in several different sizes.

Furthermore, she can relax if she gains or loses a little weight from wedding planning stress. Rental salons carry the same gown in a variety of sizes, especially those that are popular.

If the bride's specific gown does not happen to be available in a another size, the rental shop likely will have a similar gown in her new size.

Plus, some rental salons include free alterations in their rental packages.

Another benefit of renting a bridal gown is the bride doesn't have to take care of it for the rest of her life. First, she saves the cost of preserving the gown. Second, she doesn't have to find a place to store it. This is especially important if the bride is moving to a home with limited closet space. Most wedding gowns take up a lot of space, and if there isn't enough, it will be crushed.

Renting a wedding gown can be a particularly good option if the wedding will be held out of town. By renting, the bride doesn't need to be concerned about transporting the gown, losing it en route or ensuring it is wrinkle-free for the wedding.

Renting a gown for an out-of-town wedding also eliminates the fear that the gown could be torn or harmed in transport.

FALL WEDDING INSPIRATION

Planning a fall wedding? Although autumn is a less popular wedding season than spring and summer, many couples choose to get married in Italy in the fall because of the weather and because it's generally less expensive. Any wedding taking place between September 1 and November 1 qualifies as a fall wedding but in Italy from September till 15th of October you often find warm and sunny weather!

Outdoor weddings can be tricky because autumn weather is not always predictable, but wedding photos against a backdrop of fall foliage will amplify the seasonal feeling.Decorating for a fall wedding is simple, especially if you plan to incorporate the colors of the season into your reception.

The great thing about a fall wedding is incorporating the flavor of the season with the rich traditions.

Fall wedding flowers will affect more than the bouquet choice. Fall is one season where the colors red, orange and brown are used. This is because the colors are the ones we usually see during this season.
For the frugal bride, check with the florist for flowers in season, but focus on the rich texture and deeper colors. White hydrangeas, red and yellow roses, yellow, red or brown dahlias, yellow sunflowers, orange amaranthus and gold chrysanthemum are just a few examples of textured flowers with deep colors. Fall Brides with hand-tied bouquet of orange and white garden dahlias have an unstudied appeal.

Besides if you are using the red as one of your wedding colors, there are many flowers to choose from. Red is one of the most common floral colors, so your options will be far from limited. If you are planning on implementing tradition into your wedding, a bouquet made of red roses will work perfectly. Other red floral options that are in season in the fall include red-tinted sunflowers and carnations.

Fall wedding dresses will likely take their lead from the wedding theme. If the bride has chosen traditional white, the time of the wedding will determine the shape of the gown. Fall weddings tend to suggest a simpler look, with fewer ruffles and pearling.

Leaves are one of the biggest symbols of the fall season, so you may want to incorporate them into your centerpiece. You could select a wide variety of colors, either real or silk, and fill a crystal bowl with them. Another idea is to fill the bottom of a glass platter with the leaves and place candles on the platter.
Autumn is also known as a time for harvest. Creating a centerpiece with fruits, vegetables and grains lends a feeling of bounty to fall weddings. Use a cornucopia as a container or loosely arrange harvest items in the center of the table. Common harvest edibles include pumpkins, gourds, apples, nuts, seeds, and grains. A sheaf of oats or wheat adds a simple, home-like feel. Use this idea in conjunction with autumn leaves to create a dynamic centerpiece.

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