Wedding websites
During my year of planning, I've come across some really helpful wedding websites. Some are very specialized, others are a bit more general but with some kind of fun twist. If you're a web surfing bride (or groom) here are a few more places to keep you busy when you should be working.
groomgroove.com
A website for the guys, this is a really well organized, comprehensive guide for the man at the end of the aisle. From the proposal to the honeymoon, this site covers some pretty taboo topics like performance anxiety on the wedding night. It also provides helpful resources for the best man, groomsmen and dads. Ladies, it's worth a spin for you too just to see it all from a guy's perspective. You may be surprised!
amazingcollections.com
It's very trendy right now for brides to get pashminas for the bridesmaids to wear with their dresses, expecially for a non-summer wedding in Chicago. This website offers viscose and cashmere pashminas for a fantastic price! At $15.50 for viscose and $39.50 for cashmere, these are gifts that won't break the bank. The woman in charge, Ruth, is extremely helpful and cooperative. If they don't have the color you want, email her and she'll work with you. And brides get 10% off!
nettletonhollow.com
This site specializes in branches. Yes, branches. Maybe you don't have any need for these, but lots of brides dream of elaborate centerpieces and large floral arrangements for the reception hall. Branches add a totally different look and feel to an arrangement. This site has a wide selection of branches, flowers, grasses and more for reasonable prices.
netbride.com
Bridesmaid dresses aren't cheap. And while the bride may think that her maids have to succumb to her demands, a true friend makes those demands affordable. This website is associated with a real store in Minneapolis so you can trust them. Email the brand, style and color that you're looking for and they will email you back a quote for significantly less than you would find in the store. They also have bridal gowns and moms dresses. The downside is that you don't get the customer service that you would get in a boutique. And if it doesn't fit, you're out of luck so make sure you measure properly.
sparkpeople.com
Trying to get in shape before the big day? This site offers nutrition advice, fitness tips and diet tools. There's also a great online support group component to help keep you on track. The best part? It's free!
