Maryland, dubbed “America in miniature” is one of the best places to tie the knot. The state offers several attractions for that special day of union between you and your significant other.

Maryland has various wedding reception halls that offer the best of both worlds, whether you want a modern wedding or a ceremony that is close to nature. Contemporary and natural wedding reception sites are there for you to choose from if you know where to look.

From your engagement party (should you so decide to have one) to the honeymoon, weddings are becoming increasingly lavish affairs which require accurate and detailed planning. But if you can't afford a professional wedding planner or a wedding planning service, don't be afraid of making the journey - which could perhaps be the most important of your life. There are always organisations and individuals on hand to help, and careful planning could save you a lot of hassle in the run up to...

It usually falls to the father of the bride to make the first speech of the wedding. Traditionally it was then up to the groom to respond by making a speech on behalf of himself and his new wife. It is not uncommon nowadays for the new wife to want to make her own speech.

If the groom makes his speech on behalf of both marriage partners he should conclude his speech by handing over to the best man. However the groom should instead introduce the bride’s speech if she intends...

Not every wedding is an ornate, formal affair. Many brides and grooms choose to keep their wedding more informal and casual. This may allow them to plan a more stress free event that everyone will enjoy. It is important that all the guests know in advance that the wedding is going to be a casual affair. This is easily done through the wedding invitation wording.

The wedding invitation wording should clearly indicate that the wedding is going to be casual. This starts off with...

Selecting A Beautiful Wedding Veil, by Wedding Solutions

By Alex & Elizabeth Lluch

When you go to choose a veil, you will want to keep a few factors in mind. First, you will want to remain consistent with the formality of your wedding. You want a veil that that fits in with your overall look, and does not over power it. Second, you need to think about how you want to wear your hair. You can choose a veil that you wear during the ceremony and...

With such a fashion forward world it makes sense that brides would choose trendy jewelry for both themselves and their bridesmaids.  There are types of jewelry that will become dated and look old; however there are many new trendy bridal jewelry options that transcend time.

Chunky necklaces with vintage looks are one of the newer looks this season.  Using quality products like Swarovski pearls and crystals, these chunky vintage necklaces look gorgeous on the bride...

The seating arrangement at the wedding reception can be a logistical nightmare to organize. The main objective would be for the guests to feel comfortable and relaxed at your wedding. The overall morale of the guests can set the mood and tone of your event. There are few things you can do to ensure that your guests have a great time at your wedding.

Consulting your wedding reception venue should be the first step in the arranging of the guest seating plan. You need to be clear of...

My brother just got married. Growing up, the thought of marriage always seemed so far off in the distance. As kids we had bigger fish to fry, like raking up a giant piles of leaves and jumping into them over and over again. We grew up in New Hampshire.

Between my brother and a few of my best friends getting married in recent years, I have had the chance to go home and visit. I couldn’t imagine a better setting to make a commitment to the one you love. After thinking...

Sometimes a bride and groom have a very hard time deciding what to do for wedding favors for their guests. There are so many different gifts and ideas, where is a good place to start? Why not begin with something that is already a part of most weddings? I'll give you a hint. It's something that is sure to be a big hit with many guests, both eccentric and classy alike. What is this favor that is probably going to be right under your nose, you ask? Well, I'm speaking about wine of course....

When choosing wedding favors, most people tend to look straight to the old favorites. It's easy to go for the coasters, engraved glasses, bottle stoppers, candles, and flower arrangements of the world. Some may choose a different approach, however, and wish to go with something more unique and ultimately more memorable. Sometimes the more unusual wedding favors are actually some of the more common everyday items, but given a personalized touch to make the ordinary seem a little more...