Author Archives: The Nearlywed

Three Bridesmaid Looks for Less

Our “Looks for Less” segment always is a winner. Sometimes I will highlight some big tickets items in a wedding – and find them for cheaper. Maybe these items might be on sale, or you might just catch them at a time when we find a killer deal on them. Today, we are looking at …

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Groomsmen Gifts: Flasks

Since we are on the topic of groomsmen gifts this week, we wanted to share another gift that never grows old: flasks. You can certainly step this up a notch by personalizing or engraving the flask and gifting it with a nice bottle of whiskey. We think it’s a great way to say “thank you” …

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Unique Groomsmen Gifts: Bowties

Choosing gifts for your bridal party can be fun. We’ve talked a lot in the past about gifts for your bridesmaids, but what about gifts for the groomsmen in your wedding party? Guys can be difficult to shop for, so we are featuring some unique gifts for the (grooms)men in your life. We love the …

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Wedding Decor: Mercury Glass Votives

Did you know that there are some easy ways to save some money when it comes to your floral budget? Flowers can get pricey. We lucked out and found a fantastic florist in California (so if you are in the Los Angeles area and getting married soon, I’d be happy to provide a personal recommendation. …

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Wedding Signage 101

Happy Monday! Our week is off to a busy start already (can I have another cup of coffee, please?). Today we wanted to chat a bit about wedding signage. Appropriate signs can work wonders in instructing your guests what to do. Do you want them to sign the guest book? Pick up their escort card? …

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