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The Ultimate Wedding Contest: Vote for Kevin and Kristin!

The Ultimate Wedding Contest

Anna’s (the brains behind the San Diego Wedding Insider) cousin, Kevin, and his fiancee Kristin have entered the Ultimate Wedding Contest for a chance to win a dream wedding. With a big move, their finances have been crunched and they need a little help to tie the knot. They need to start racking up votes to win the contest so they can get married and live their happily ever after! Can you help them achieve their goal and help them get married this year? Visit the website to vote for Kevin and Kristin!

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Bridesmaid 101: Etiquette

One of your best girlfriends has asked you to be a bridesmaid in her wedding… and of course you accepted! If you’ve never been a bridesmaid before though, you might be wondering, “What’s next?” Here are some Bridesmaid Etiquette tips for you to read from our main website on the San Diego Wedding Insider. Check them out below and read the full article here and get more bridesmaids tips from our Bridesmaid 101 section.

Bridesmaids - Photo by Geoff White

{1} Moral Support
One of the most important things you should do as a bridesmaid, if you only do this one thing, is give Moral Support. This day can be very stressful and overwhelming so when you see the Bride feeling down, or feeling like there’s too much on her plate, just let her know that you are there to help in any way she needs. Give her the emotional support she needs by putting on a good face and feeling confident that everything will be ok.

{2} Bridal Shower
Planning the Bridal Shower is probably the first task you’ll have to accomplish as a Bridesmaid. If you’re the Maid of Honor, you’ll have to take control of the planning so make sure you delegate to your fellow Bridesmaids so everyone feels involved and it turns out to be a smoothly planned event. Choose a fun theme for the party to make things creative and festive. When making up the guest list, consult with the Bride to make sure you’re not leaving anyone out of the fun. Another important task to accomplish during the Bridal Shower is to make a gift list so when it comes time to send out the Thank You cards, the Bride knows who gave her what.

Read tips #3 and #4 of this article on the San Diego Wedding Insider.

Bridesmaid Gifts by Kate Aspen

Need to get a little gift for your bridesmaids for thanking them for their contribution to your wedding? Check out a few of these Kate Aspen favors for a few ideas on what to get your bridesmaid.

“The Cosmopolitan” Monogrammed Cosmetic Travel Bag

Bridesmaid Gift - Kate Aspen - San Diego, CA

“Little Black Purse” Patent-Leather Five-Piece Manicure Set

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DIY Wedding Ideas: Favor Garlands

DIY Wedding Favor Garland

The hanging garland is a very creative way of decorating your reception or bridal shower venue. There are a multitude of materials you can use to make your garland unique, from buttons, to fabric pieces, paper plates and tissue paper, but here we’ll show you how to create a Favor Garland decorated with doilies which can be used as a prize garland for your Bridal Shower, or a gift garland for the actual Wedding Day. Check out the full post here for step by step instructions on how to create your own favor garland!

Wedding Color Inspiration: Fairytale Hues

Our look at wedding colors for your San Diego Wedding continues with these luscious Fairytale Hues:

Fairytale Wedding Hues
Be sure to click on the photo above to get the details and information about each of the chosen photos in our wedding inspiration board! You can always find more San Diego Wedding Inspiration on our main website.

Fairytale Favors - San Diego Wedding Favors

To go along with your Fairytale Wedding Hues, we’ve chosen a few Fairytale Wedding Favors from Kate Aspen that can compliment your wedding’s colors. We have wonderful Kate Aspen Favors available for your San Diego Wedding. Check out our San Diego Wedding Favor picks below and click on the photos for more information!

Happily Ever After Carriage Candles - San Diego Wedding Favors

Happily Ever Ever Carraiges

With This Ring Chrome Diamond Ring Bottle Stoppers - San Diego Wedding Favors

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Enchanted Carriage Favor Boxes - San Diego Wedding Favors

Fairytale Wedding Favor Boxes

Bridesmaid 101: The Perfect Speech

Bridesmaid Toast

The Perfect Speech…
As the Maid of Honor you probably think that giving the obligatory speech is the most dreadful part of the whole night, but armed with the following tips you’ll be the most articulate and classy ’speech-giver’ a bride has every seen.

Writing the Maid of Honor Speech
{1} Before writing your Maid of Honor speech think of a theme that reflects both the bride and the groom. For example, do they both like food? compare them to a favorite dish or particular food item. This will keep your speech focused and on track.
{2} Make sure to start writing your Maid of Honor speech a month in advance, this will give you sufficient time to read and re-read it and make changes if needed. If necessary, read your Maid of Honor speech to your fellow bridesmaids and have them give their input
{3} Remember to wish for great things to come, good fortune. Don’t just go on about the college years and all the great parties you went to. Ask family members and other friends about plans they know the newlyweds may have and incorporate those plans into your sentiments.

Giving the Maid of Honor Speech
{1} Although everyone’s eyes are on you don’t be to conscience about what they might be thinking. Take a deep breath, take a small drink, of water preferrably, and clear your throat. It is important that you speak clearly and in a tone everyone can understand.
{2} Have a sense of humor and don’t be too strict and serious as you are talking. If you forget a particular word or sentence you had planned on stating, just go with the flow and be in the moment…say what you feel.
{3} Finally, have fun and keep it short & sweet. Remember that you are celebrating the newlyweds’ big day. Raise your glass and wish for them to have a fabulous life together!

San Diego Bridesmaid Tips

Look for more Bridesmaids tips in our Bridesmaid 101 section on the San Diego Wedding Insider!