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A 2006 wedding is just around the corner, which means planners are finalizing invitation lists, choosing wedding gowns and securing the budget. The 2005 weddings season is winding down, but there still may be loose ends to secure.

The following are wedding planning tips gathered from various experts and featured in the ArcaMax Publishing weddings guide (http://www.arcamax.com/cgi-bin/news/channel/1038):

For those still in search of the perfect gown:

Choosing a gown is a science that requires many parts to come together to create a harmonious dress. Not only is the shape of the gown itself important, but also there are important choices to make regarding the gowns neckline, waistline, sleeves, train, and veil.

Women with smaller chests should consider neckline styles with straps such as the Bateau or Sabrina over a strapless neckline like the Sweetheart.

Shorter or heavier women should go with and Empire or a Basque waistline on their dress. These waistlines de-emphasize the hips and have a slendering affect.

Brides can choose to go sleeveless, short-sleeve, 3/4 length sleeve, or long sleeve with their dress. Long sleeve dresses offer the most variety. They vary from the fitted long sleeve that ends at the wrist, to the Juliet a looser long sleeve with puffy shoulders.

Trains come in varying lengths for the bride to choose. The shortest length a train is available in is about 3 feet called a court train. Other trains are as long as 12 feet. Remember that trains start at the waist when deciding if you want a train on your dress and if so, how long it should be.

Veils also offer a variety of lengths. The birdcage veil is attached to a hat and ends at the brides chin. A mid-length veil is the fingertip veil, which ends conveniently enough, at the brides fingertips. Long veils include the ballet, which ends at the ankles, the chapel, which ends at the floor, and the cathedral, which extends as much as 9 feet.

For those securing the wedding budget:

Some budget buffering techniques include getting married on a day other than Saturday, having your wedding ceremony at a friend or relatives house, and having the wedding reception during the day instead of in the evening. This way you avoid the expense of renting out a church and you limit the cost of the reception, as daytime receptions tend to run shorter and inspire less alcohol consumption.

When calculating a wedding budget, the reception and catering for the big day will account for 40-60 percent of the total cost, whereas the grooms attire makes up only one percent of the damage, according to the ArcaMax.com wedding budget calculator at http://www.arcamax.com/cgi-bin/news/channel/1038.

Buying a Diamond:

There are four Cs involved with buying a diamond: Cut, Clarity, Color, and Carat weight.

The cut is the most important because it gives the diamond its shine. Color is also an easy way to distinguish a diamonds value.

Colorless diamonds allow more light through than colored diamonds, but colored diamonds are more valued i.e. red, blue, pink, etc. valuable.

The clarity of a diamond is difficult detect because most flaws are not discernable simply by looking at the stone. Those that are visible severely decrease the value of a diamond.

The carat weight is the size of the diamond, and although size difference among diamonds is detectable to most anyone, the cut of the diamond can still play visual tricks on you. Shallow cut diamonds appear larger, while diamonds that are cut too deep add extra weight to the diamond.

Wedding Themes:

Some people decide to try a themed wedding themes allow for creativity on the part of the planners, while also allowing the guests to feel more involved. These weddings add an extra element of fun to the wedding, and can enhance or drift from traditional expectations -- its your choice. Wedding themes run everywhere from a Hawaiian Luau complete with torches, grass skirts, and palm trees, to a setting of mistletoe, bells, and gifts for a Christmas theme. See a list and description of many more potential weddings themes at http://www.arcamax.com/cgi-bin/news/page/1038/themes. Color and Flower Arrangements:

The color scheme and flower arrangements of a wedding must complement what the bride and bridesmaids are wearing. If the bridesmaids dresses are green, the bride might have green flowers in her bouquet.

The time of year that a wedding takes place has a large barring on what flowers are available, the cost of particular flowers, and also on what colors are chosen colors are darker in the winter and fall and lighter in the spring and summer. Colors are also symbolic green is said to represent fertility and red signifies luck.

Hiring a Wedding Planner:

The average wedding takes 20-30 hours to plan, which is why many people choose to hire help. Although pricey, wedding planners often save the bride and groom enough money on the other wedding expenses that the price to hire the wedding planner evens out. A planner who has been in the business for awhile will have established connections that will provide you with deals you could not receive planning a wedding on your own.

ArcaMax Publishing, a family-friendly online newsletter company, has provided the following information to you. For a more in depth synopsis on planning or attending a wedding, visit www.arcamax.com.


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