What Makes a Bridal Set "Good”

In a woman's eyes, engagements and weddings are all about excitement, romance, details, and planning. The male perspective can be a bit, hmm...different. They may only be focused on the actual proposal and not anything past that.

For sure, some guys are super into assisting with the wedding and the planning, but let's be honest, they’re probably in the minority. A lot of guys want to hand it off to their new bride to be, after they’ve chosen the ring and made the proposal. 

If you are that guy that only wants to focus on the ring and proposal, you must get it right. So if you’re looking for an excellent bridal set and need some quick advice, this guide is for you!

We’ll discuss all the different aspects that go into making a bridal set “good.”

When it comes to bridal sets, there are a million + options to choose from these days. The goal is to mix the right combination of elegance, appeal, and also savings when possible, to make the most of your one-time investment.

You’ll also need to make that right decision when it comes to blending beauty and convenience. This definitely holds true if you are the type of woman who believes in romance, loves the details of planning and hopes for nothing but the very best for your special days.  Some women will be just as happy with something that is in a collection that other women could have, which would make it easier for the buyer. However, some women may want a unique ring.

Step # 1 - Research ahead of time

Believe me, knowing the type of bridal set you want ahead of time, aka before you begin to search online and in-stores, will save you so much time, money and effort. If you have an idea to narrow down, your life with be easier.

There are tons of options for bridal sets available in both online and offline jewelry stores. Itshot.com bridal collection has some of the best variety in any online jewelry store. Along with impressive cost savings, these ring sets are designed to fit your style to perfection.

Step # 2 - Avoid mismatched proportions

When you’re the type that will stop at nothing to get the perfect ring, your eyes may naturally gravitate toward the bigger stones.

Although it’s always nice to buy an eye-catching rock for the engagement day, you may end up with an awkward purchase if you choose a wedding band that is equally big. It may not fit appropriately or will be possibly too heavy for your delicate fingers!

To avoid this type of mistake, you may want to opt for a well-matched set of the engagement ring with a wedding band; all within your budget and in the design that would make your special someone go “wow.”

Step # 3 - Avoid mismatching styles

While some ring set buyers can spot the difference between décor and modern styles, most of us would not know a Victorian ring from an Edwardian. If you’re part of the “most of us” club, it will make things a lot easier for you if you take the guesswork out of the picture. Invest in the perfect looking bridal set that’ll give you the right magic for your special days.

Be yourself

The key detail in picking the perfect bridal set is they should be a reflection of who you are. If you're not someone who wears big, flashy diamonds, no worries, stick to one that’s smaller and reserved. If you're happy in what you’re wearing, you’ll feel confident—and that’s the best accessory of all. Happy ring hunting :)

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Tips on Creating Your Dream Wedding Cards & More On a Budget

Last month, we celebrated our 10th wedding anniversary. It was just a simple celebration because of our very busy schedule. Then just this month I had my first ever ninang experience as a wedding sponsor.

It's all about weddings, which makes me reminisce our own wedding 10 years ago wherein Daddy A and I personally took care of everything from wedding invitations to the wedding dresses. Here's our wedding invitation that I personally designed.

We chose to have all be personalized so we can save on our wedding expenses and of course to follow our dream wedding. So imagine that was 10 years ago, and how much now it cost to get married and have your dream wedding.

But no worries because you can have your dream wedding without spending too much. Here are some tips:

Plan your wedding

First, you need to plan your wedding. Plan the date, your preferred venue, number of guests, food to serve, honeymoon and other wedding needs. From this, you can have an estimate how your dream wedding will cost.

Start saving

You can start to save after planning your wedding or you can start first by saving for your wedding. Better to save than go into debt for your wedding. Begin by putting aside a regular amount of cash every month and it will grow as months to your wedding come.

Set a budget

Even if you have savings, you need to set a budget for your wedding and stick with it. You don't want to start your marriage life with zero bank account right?

Do It Your Self

You can definitely save with do it your self wedding. You can do create your wedding souvenir, personalized your wedding candle, bible and others. You can also design or customize your wedding invitation. Today, there are so many wedding websites where you can find the best wedding invitation cards.

One of the mobile friendly and easy to use wedding websites is the Basic Invite. They have free wedding invites that are completely customizable. You can choose from their 180 custom colors and can also choose a design to match your wedding invitation suite. All you need to do is upload your wedding details with photos that you can order as a printed sample so you can see how it actually look as well as the paper quality. You can also add a direction map for your guest.

Basic Invite has 900 wedding invitation sets that include everything from save the dates to wedding invitations and enclosure cards, wedding menus, wedding programs and also thank you cards. 

There are over 40 different colors of peel and seal envelopes you can choose from for your wedding invitations. Also available are the Seal and Send Wedding Invitations, which are all-in-one wedding invitation with a tear-off RSVP postcard. You can choose from over 30 designs including their popular foil options. Seal and Sends doesn't need any envelope because the guest's addresses are printed on front of each invitation. You just need to share a link, collect the guest addresses, upload them onto the chose design and secure them with die cut stickers. Easy, time saving right?

You can follow @basicinvite on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram and Twitter for updates.

Be your own wedding coordinator

Hiring a wedding coordinator is expensive so instead of hiring one, be your own wedding coordinator. That is if you have time that's why you really need to plan your wedding.

Find cheap but quality suppliers

Look for suppliers of cheap but quality wedding needs. You go to wholesale place like Divisoria where you can find really cheap wedding supplies especially if you will buy in bulk.

Buy personally

If you have time, you can buy your wedding needs personally. This way you can negotiate with suppliers as well.

Those are just some tips on how to have your dream wedding on a budget. I bet you still have other saving tips, please do share with us.

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Your Guide to The Perfect Mother of the Bride Look

This day is all about your daughter, the beautiful bride. You’ve dreamed about this day her whole life. You’ve pictured her in a stunning white dress. You’ve helped her plan this day for months, but you’ve neglected to find the perfect dress and look for yourself. We are going to cover everything you need from top to bottom.

Hair

Your hair should not be the same as your daughters. In fact, it should be opposite. If she wears an updo, you should consider leaving your hair down. Leaving it straight or adding some curls are both good looks.

If her hair is down, you should opt for something up. Either part of the hair or all of it should be worn up.

Makeup

For your makeup choose colors that are less dramatic. This may not be the best time to wear a bold red lip. Choose a soft pink or shades of nude.

As for the eyes, this is another area to go basic. Deep smokey eyes should be a look left for the bride.  Remember, you want to be beautiful, but not upstage the bride.

Dress

For your dress you can choose something that is floor length or just above the knee. Choose a color that is an accent color of her wedding, blush, or navy. You can choose a black dress if it is a black tie wedding.

To add a touch of elegance, choose a dress with lace. Lace sleeves, whether full or ¾, are a beautiful look, that can add a bit of sexiness to it.  Its ok to choose a dress that is form fitting. However, a skin tight mini skirt is not ok.

Nails

You can have a bit more fun with your nails. French manicured nails are always classic, but there are other options you choose. If you want a pop of color or a little extra flare, don’t be afraid to wear bold red nails. It is ok to play with the shape, as well. If you want to wear almond nails, go for it. Your nails won’t be noticed too much in the wedding photos.

Accessories

You have a little extra leeway when it comes to accessories. A nice pearl necklace is always classic. This is the area where you are safe to add statement pieces. A bold fashion necklace or earrings is a great way to add style to your look, without overpowering the bride.

Shoes

Classic pumps are a good choice. It is great to wear shoes that are nude, black, white, or the same color as the dress. This isn’t the time to add a pop of color that will stand out in pictures. You want to beautifully blend into the photos. Neon colors or bold pops of color should be saved for another day.

Remember, that you can still be beautiful without taking away from the bride. You want the attention to be on her, not on your brightly colored heels. Choose safe, natural colors for your dress, makeup, and shoes.

So that's our guide to look the perfect Mother of the Bride. Let me know if you have other tips.

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