I really tried my best to use a local Milwaukee bridal store to purchase my wedding dress. Unfortunately, most places have a limited number of sizes available in their store, and usually are on the small side. I remember trying a dress on and having a woman stand from behind and pull the dress to give me an "impression" of what the dress looked like in my size. It wasn't the … [Read more...] about Wedding Dress – Local or Chain?
Archives for July 2008
Budget Wedding Centerpieces
We did double duty for the wedding rehearsal and reception decorations. We purchased rose bunches from Pick'n Save and vases from TJ Maxx for decorations at the rehearsal dinner. Then we used the same vases for the wedding bouquets at the reception. We then removed the rose petals the next day to use as part of the centerpieces on each table. … [Read more...] about Budget Wedding Centerpieces
Budget Conscience “Wedding Cake”
In planning a Milwaukee wedding, specifically a budget conscience one, decisions are made regarding what is important to you. Basically, you prepare a "must have, great to have, nice to have" list. One way to cut money easily is to forego a cake. While this is a strong tradition for some, it wasn't on my "must have" list. So to preserve some of the tradition, but not spend … [Read more...] about Budget Conscience “Wedding Cake”
Check out Eat Cake for Your Wedding Cake
Eat Cake can create some very unique and delicious wedding cakes. We didn't use them for our wedding, but have some friends that have used them and they do great work. In general, they can make anything you'd like. Our friend's wedding cake was two bulldogs - one the bride and one the groom - kissing. … [Read more...] about Check out Eat Cake for Your Wedding Cake
Rohr Jewelers – Engagement Ring
When I decided to pop the question to my lovely wife, I hit up a few jewelers in Milwaukee looking for the perfect wedding ring. How lucky I was to find Rohr Jewelers on Jefferson Street right across from Cathedral Square Park. As a newbie at buying wedding rings, they were very helpful, explaining the cut and clarity of the diamonds and types of metal. … [Read more...] about Rohr Jewelers – Engagement Ring
Wedding Dresses For Less
Your wedding gown is arguably the most important garment purchase in your lifetime. No other dress comes with more anticipation - and will be more photographed - than this one. But that doesn't mean you have to spend like royalty to look like a princess on yourMilwaukee wedding day. With our smart strategies, you can still walk down the aisle feeling like a million bucks … [Read more...] about Wedding Dresses For Less
Weddings at the The Astor Hotel
Check out our latest article on Astor Hotel weddings here! We had our wedding reception at the Astor Hotel in downtown Milwaukee. The Astor has a ballroom that's filled with old world charm and we loved it. We didn't do a sit down dinner, but instead did a cocktail reception where the food was served in stations and our guests could eat whenever they wanted. This made the … [Read more...] about Weddings at the The Astor Hotel
