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Why You Need a Wedding Theme and How to Choose One

Maybe you’re wondering: can’t my wedding just be a wedding? Now I have to have a theme, too? What the heck! It does seem like a lot. Especially with everything else you have to do. But having a theme can actually make things easier. It’ll help narrow down your decisions, save time and money. And it’ll make decorating a no-brainer.

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Wedding Theme Ideas: Seasons, Styles and Flowers

Having a theme for your wedding will make all your decisions easier. Once you decide on a theme, it’ll be simpler to sort through the options. When you keep your theme in mind, you’ll know exactly what’ll work for your wedding. And what won’t! If you’re feeling overwhelmed by all the choices, you can decide on a theme, then ignore anything that doesn’t fit.

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Amazon Wedding Registry: How it Works and Frequently Asked Questions

Are you ready to register, but not sure where to start? Maybe Amazon Wedding Registry is right for you. Read the how-to guide and frequently asked questions, including: how does Amazon Wedding Registry work? Can I really register for anything? How do I get 20% off? How can I keep track of who bought what? All the info you need to make your decision and get started.

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How to Plan a Wedding in 4 Easy Steps

Planning a wedding should be easy. I mean, it’s just a big party, right? A big party where you happen to get married. Ok - so it’s kind of a big deal! You need to figure out a venue, food, music. Then there’s vendors, decorations and clothes. If you’re not hiring a planner, you’ll need to figure it all out on your own.

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Invitations: How to Write Them When Your Wedding's Not in a Ballroom

When your wedding’s in a traditional venue your guests already know what to expect. They’ll open your invitation and say something like “Oh, it’s at the Riverside Club”.

They’ve probably been there before. So they know what to wear and they know what the food’ll be like.

When you’re having your wedding at a non-traditional venue, your guests won’t get the same clues.

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