We've gotten many questions on how much to give newlyweds, and not to mention, the preparties leading up to the big day — engagement party, bridal shower, and bachelorette party. With too many parties to account for and a never-ending list of things to spend money on, such as the cost of traveling to the wedding (and if you're in the bridal party, the dress, shoes, and accessories — gah!), Read more

There's something about weddings that can trigger irrational spending in people. Maybe it's tradition, or maybe because couples view it as an expenditure that they'll only have to pay for once in their life (although the debt lives on). Here's the reality: people spend an average of $26,984 on their weddings, according to a survey by theknot.com. So if you know you want the fairytale wedding and Read more

Out of respect for the tough economic climate, Prince William and Kate Middleton are going to tone down the extravagant grandeur generally seen in royal weddings. However, a burning question that runs through everyone's mind is, "Who is paying for this?" Here's a breakdown of the people footing the bill according to the AP: The queen: She's paying for the 650-guest postwedding reception, which Read more

Ah, the wedding guest list — you're excited to celebrate with your loved ones on your very special day, but you're also alarmed at the rapid pace your list is growing at. Don't let your wedding guest list get out of control, and read these six money tips from The Broke-Ass Bride's Dana LaRue. Guest List Musts and Wants: Start by segmenting your guest list into musts and wants. Put the people Read more

Savvy reader Lauren shared this helpful wedding budget tip in our How Do You Save? group. My husband and I got married nearly a year ago. It was the perfect wedding and I wouldn't change a thing! My brother gave us the best advice when we announced our engagement "Whatever you think your budget is going to be, add 10 percent more." Initially I thought he was crazy and thought we would just have Read more

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My sister is getting married in August, so I've been spending a lot of time visiting wedding blogs and poking around BHLDN's website. One item that recently caught my eye was this lovely Barn Swallow Pedestal. Featuring a flock of fork-tailed fliers darting about on a hand-painted platter, it seems like a perfect match for her vintage-inspired, country wedding. But at $60 - $100 per cake stand, I Read more