Windy Wedding

Here's a great tip from Martha Stewart.com for outdoor weddings. If there is a chance of wind on your wedding day, be prepared to keep bridesmaids' dresses from blowing in the wind. Sew  in metal, button-type weights into the hems of the bridesmaids' dresses and stitch into place. Be sure to do this ahead of time. These handy weights are available at any sewing supply store.

More.....2010 Wedding Trends

Wedding trends are continiously changing. Brides are no longer impressed by all the frills that usually come with the traditional wedding. Try something different and be part of today's trends:

• Instead of tossing your bouquet to the girls, present it to your mom.
• Take a group photo of all your guest.
• Give your bridemaids this year's chicest bridemaids accessory - clutches.
• Ask guests to contribute to your reception music via RSVP card.
• Use a gospel choir at your ceremony.
• Give guests small jars of homemade perserves as favors

Non-Traditional Reception Centerpieces

In lieu of flowers, consider non-traditional centerpieces for your reception guests tables. Impress your guests with these 2010 trends:

• feathers
• wheat
• fresh fruit
• herbs (mint, sage)
• seashells
• candlescapes
• miniature birdhouses
• driftwood