Many are proud of their steadfast honesty, their “what you see is what you get” personality. Of course, being this sort of person, and having you as a friend, has many advantages. But, there are some times when it is just not appropriate to say particular things to certain people. Weddings and engagements are certainly [...]
As social norms, life pressures and relationship structures evolve, more and more couples find it desirable and necessary to take children with them on honeymoon. Intrinsically, this means finding the balance between a romantic celebration of your new union and an all-round family holiday. When considering your honeymoon destination, try to opt for something that [...]
There are few things as memorable as a good wedding speech and few things as embarrassing as a bad one. Here are a few “dos” and “don’ts” to prevent yours from being one of the more cringe-worthy: Do: Get personal – Avoid finding a template on the internet, or getting a more “wordy” friend to [...]
While regular treatments at a spa may be a way of life for a few, for the vast majority of men and women, it is a luxury (if not an absolute miracle). Swamped by work, family, friends and social engagements, people find less and less time to do things just for themselves. And spa treatments [...]
If the very idea of your future spouse’s bachelor party sends you reeling, you are not alone. The film industry does not help in promoting the idea of committing unspeakable crimes in Vegas with its various dark-humoured comedies. However, brides-to-be may be concerned about this party for other reasons, including their own insecurities, the fiancé’s [...]
Using a house as the location for your wedding photographs presents the bridal couple with many different options, increased flexibility and (usually) a cost-effective site. The different rooms, internal and external structure, location and décor of the home you choose will become the third character in your photos, adding much to the ambience, look and [...]
The pre-wedding jitters, also known as “cold feet”, are a very common symptom of the excitement and nervousness that builds as your wedding day looms. These are usually normal and should not be a cause for concern. However, there are some cases in which warning signs need to be heeded. These may even call for [...]
The mothers of the bride and groom have certain expectations about what they should and want to wear on the big day of their son or daughter. This is, after all, a very special occasion for them too, and they want to look their best. Here are some pointers for you, as the mother of [...]
Choosing your honeymoon destination is a very exciting prospect. It depends on several factors: Your budget What you would like to do there How long you want to spend there What kind of accommodation you are looking for (accommodation is one of the primary attractions to a destination, as well as activities and local attractions) [...]
Planning a wedding and, indeed, a life together with someone is a stressful period for any bride and groom. The bride is in a particularly demanding position as she works hard to ensure that her day is what she has always envisioned. This pressure can frequently lead to the bride becoming somewhat difficult to deal [...]
Many are proud of their steadfast honesty, their “what you see is what you get” personality. Of course, being this sort of person, and having you as a friend, has many advantages. But, there are some times when it is just not appropriate to say particular things to certain people. Weddings and engagements are certainly [...]
As social norms, life pressures and relationship structures evolve, more and more couples find it desirable and necessary to take children with them on honeymoon. Intrinsically, this means finding the balance between a romantic celebration of your new union and an all-round family holiday. When considering your honeymoon destination, try to opt for something that [...]
There are few things as memorable as a good wedding speech and few things as embarrassing as a bad one. Here are a few “dos” and “don’ts” to prevent yours from being one of the more cringe-worthy: Do: Get personal – Avoid finding a template on the internet, or getting a more “wordy” friend to [...]
While regular treatments at a spa may be a way of life for a few, for the vast majority of men and women, it is a luxury (if not an absolute miracle). Swamped by work, family, friends and social engagements, people find less and less time to do things just for themselves. And spa treatments [...]
If the very idea of your future spouse’s bachelor party sends you reeling, you are not alone. The film industry does not help in promoting the idea of committing unspeakable crimes in Vegas with its various dark-humoured comedies. However, brides-to-be may be concerned about this party for other reasons, including their own insecurities, the fiancé’s [...]
Using a house as the location for your wedding photographs presents the bridal couple with many different options, increased flexibility and (usually) a cost-effective site. The different rooms, internal and external structure, location and décor of the home you choose will become the third character in your photos, adding much to the ambience, look and [...]
The pre-wedding jitters, also known as “cold feet”, are a very common symptom of the excitement and nervousness that builds as your wedding day looms. These are usually normal and should not be a cause for concern. However, there are some cases in which warning signs need to be heeded. These may even call for [...]
The mothers of the bride and groom have certain expectations about what they should and want to wear on the big day of their son or daughter. This is, after all, a very special occasion for them too, and they want to look their best. Here are some pointers for you, as the mother of [...]
Choosing your honeymoon destination is a very exciting prospect. It depends on several factors: Your budget What you would like to do there How long you want to spend there What kind of accommodation you are looking for (accommodation is one of the primary attractions to a destination, as well as activities and local attractions) [...]
Planning a wedding and, indeed, a life together with someone is a stressful period for any bride and groom. The bride is in a particularly demanding position as she works hard to ensure that her day is what she has always envisioned. This pressure can frequently lead to the bride becoming somewhat difficult to deal [...]
