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Hire the Perfect Reception DJ in Phoenix, AZ

OWD — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:19:07 -0500

We just updated our Phoenix Wedding Guide with a new article about hiring the perfect wedding reception DJ in Arizona.

Phoenix has long been a rising star for musical magicians. With artists as varied as Stevie Nicks and Wayne Newton hailing from these parts, it’s no surprise that DJ’s flock to the bars and clubs scattered around the city. Like other non-show business towns, it serves as a hot spot for spinners on the rise. To find your perfect DJ, check out the full article for record-saving tips.

And if you're not planning a wedding in Phoenix, perhaps one of our other local wedding guides would be more useful for you: The Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, Miami, Chicago, Philadelphia, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Indianapolis, Houston, New York City, or the San Francisco Bay Area.

How to Make it Through Your Reception

OWD — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:19:55 -0500

Your wedding reception will be fun and beautiful, but it will also be hectic. Friends and family will be pulling you in a hundred directions, all wanting to talk with and congratulate you, not to mention vendors and pictures, and...

Well, we're here to help you enjoy your party. We just uploaded a new article all about making it through your reception, from when to eat to how to get out of overly-long conversations.

Check out the full article here.

Jim Carrey's Daughter Got Married!

OWD — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:08:17 -0500

Why does this make us feel so old?

Jim Carrey's 22-year-old daughter Jane got married last weekend, and on Wednesday night he Twittered about it: "My Jane is a married women. days ago her and my new son in law alex got hitched... The day was simply perfect... lots of love there.. :)"

He'll have more to Twitter about soon, too: Jane is expecting her first child in march, making him a proud grandpa.

Check out the full story here.

Congratulations Jane & Alex!

Dear Tumblr Users, Watch Me Propose!

alamster — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:33:22 -0500

Marissa, will you marry me? from justin on Vimeo.

In case you haven't heard of Tumblr, it is a social media blogging tool with a heavy and passionate community. Some of us on the OurWeddingDay team even use the website for personal use. So imagine our joy and glee when we logged in last night to see our dashboard (where all Tumblr users are taken once they login) with a giant wedding proposal at the top!

Justin, not only announced his proposal to the entire Tumblr community, but he also included an adorable video (embedded above) just in case she had to think about her answer.

Check it out, these two are adorable!

Find Your Wedding Clergy in NYC

OWD — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:14:23 -0500

We just updated our New York Metro Wedding Guide with a new article about finding your clergy in the Big Apple.

New York City isn’t just the Biggest Apple of the Bunch, it’s got one of the most diversified groups of officiants for you to choose from. Like the other “coast,” New York City is the place to go totally formal or completely crazy. You will have no difficulty finding the officiant who’s just right for your ceremony, so read on for how to pick the best of the bunch...

Check out the full article here.

And if you're not planning your wedding in New York City, perhaps one of our other local wedding guides would be more useful for you: Philadelphia, The Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, Miami, Chicago, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Houston, Indianapolis, Phoenix or the San Francisco Bay Area.

Explore Colorful Wedding Gowns and the Tradition of White

OWD — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:58:00 -0500

Considering a non-white wedding gown? Check out our new article about the "tradition of white" in bridal attire. We discuss everything from seasonal color choices to what to tell a resistant mom!

The white wedding dress goes back to Egyptian times, when it was believed that the color symbolized virginity and celebration. Since then, brides have gone from wearing colored dresses to Church clothing and, with Queen Victoria, back to white. The second-marriage “no-white” requirement is a fairly modern custom, and nowadays brides are free to wear whatever they feel most comfortable in.

Check out the full article here.

Penelope Cruz is Allergic to Discussing Her Engagement to Jarvier Bardem?

OWD — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:19:44 -0500

We've been wondering about Penelope Cruz & Jarvier Bardem's engagement for a while, but while a friend of theirs confirmed it was true in early October, Penelope still won't discuss it.

In this clip from the David Letterman show last night, Penelope says, "I don't feel comfortable talking about my private life in public... I've been here a few times with you, you know I'm tough. One thing I don't do, I don't lie about my personal life... It's sacred to me. It's my life. But I don't give details about it because I am allergic to that."

She probably is engaged, and we'd love to hear her talk about it, but we also love that she keeps her personal life private. With so many what-are-they-famous-for? starlets running around sharing everything (we're looking at you, Khloe), it's nice to see such a talented, beautiful, classy woman keeping romance sacred.

On the other hand, if we snagged Jarvier Bardem we'd be shouting it from the rooftops!

Find the Perfect Wedding Reception Caterer in Indiana

OWD — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:09:40 -0500

We just updated our Indianapolis Wedding Guide with a new article about f inding the perfect wedding reception caterer in Indiana.

Midwestern folks are as down-home as their food. For your Indianapolis wedding, you’ll want to treat your guests to some fabulous food, served with an apple-pie smile. You can get that, and more, in this thriving metropolis, as caterers are lining up at the starting line to make you the perfect meal. Check out the full article for speedy tips.

And if you're not planning a wedding in Indianapolis, perhaps one of our other local wedding guides would be more useful for you: Philadelphia, The Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex, Miami, Chicago, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Houston, New York City, Phoenix or the San Francisco Bay Area.

Share and Preserve Your Wedding with Shutterfly

OWD — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 16:54:26 -0500

Shutterfly is a leading online social expression & personal publishing service that allows us to share, print and preserve memories. Now they provide advice on wedding stationary and pictures, as well as an exciting offer, exclusively with the OurWeddingDay.com community. Check out the article here.

Can You Budget for Fewer Guests than You Invited?

OWD — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 11:12:20 -0500

We just posted a new article about planning for "no-shows."

Every party has its share of no-shows, and the same will be true of your wedding. Even though it’s the most wonderful day of your life, there will always be guests who, despite good intentions, simply can’t make it. When you’re planning your reception, you should assume that 10-20% of your friends and loved ones will RSVP “no.” However, before you slash the same amount of money from your budget, you need to factor in some considerations... Check out the full article here.