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Nina's Weddings Blog February 2009 Archive

By Nina Callaway, About.com Guide to Weddings since 2003

Reader Questions: Wedding Invitation Wording When Mom Paid for it Just Before She Died

Saturday February 28, 2009
Help dear readers! I've gotten an email from a fellow reader for which there just isn't a clear etiquette answer. Nicole writes: My sister is getting married in September. Our mother ... Read More

Celebrity Wedding News: Gisele and Tom Brady's Wedding

Friday February 27, 2009
At Gisele and Tom Brady's wedding last night, their guests might have been a little bit ill. Well, at least I would have been - those two are just too ... Read More

Planning a Wedding In Just 9 Days: Brit Reality Star Jane Goody's Race to the Altar

Tuesday February 24, 2009
British reality star Jane Goody made her name in front of the cameras, appearing on shows like Big Brother, and becoming a UK household name. But it has been her ... Read More

White Wedding Dresses at the Oscars

Tuesday February 24, 2009
At this year's Oscar awards, there was one trend that stood out above all the rest: white dresses. From Penelope Cruz to Jennifer Aniston, and even Jada Pinkett ... Read More

Real Marriage Proposal Stories: A Parisian Picnic and a Creative Scavenger Hunt!

Monday February 23, 2009
I always love getting to read the stories of how readers got engaged, and sharing my favorite ones with the rest of you. Here are two of my favorite recent ... Read More

What Would You Do About Uninvited Guests?

Sunday February 22, 2009
Your weird cousin Bob says that he's bringing an uninvited date to your wedding. Your coworker announces that her kids are coming. And your well-meaning neighbors tell you how thrilled ... Read More

I Do...Now I Don't: A Source for Cheap Wedding and Engagement Rings?

Sunday February 22, 2009
When Joshua Opperman's fiancee ended their relationship, he tried to sell the unworn engagement ring back to the jeweler he bought it from. Instead, he was shocked to find that ... Read More

Is this Cameron Diaz's Wedding Dress?

Saturday February 21, 2009
Cameron Diaz and her fiance, british model Paul Sculfor are planning to get married this summer in the UK. Bucking the recent celebrity wedding trend for small weddings and ... Read More

Cheap Wedding Fridays Tip #18: Save Money With Wedding Negotiating

Friday February 20, 2009
In this tough economic climate, negotiating with wedding vendors just makes good sense. It can help you save money on your wedding, or get you some of those extras you ... Read More

Indiana Woman Married 23 Times

Thursday February 19, 2009
If you think planning a wedding is hard, imagine doing it 23 times! That's what one Indiana woman has done, gaining her the Guinness World Record for being the most ... Read More

Acknowledging a Deceased Parent at Your Wedding

Wednesday February 18, 2009
A wedding should be a joyous occasion. But if you have a parent or other family member who has recently died, it can be hard to find the appropriate way ... Read More

Most Romantic Things to Do In New York City

Sunday February 15, 2009
One of my favorite cookbook authors and goddess of all things sweet, Dorie Greenspan, recently put together a list of her favorite 25 most romantic things to do in Paris, ... Read More

Happy Valentine's Day!

Saturday February 14, 2009
Thank you to my readers for the love and support you give this website. I hope this is a day of love, laughter and romance for all of you. ... Read More

A Sexy Valentine's Day Can Help You With Wedding Planning

Friday February 13, 2009
Valentine's Day is tomorrow, but it's not too late to plan some creative ways to celebrate. And, you can use those special celebrations to help you plan your wedding! Don't ... Read More

Make Your Own Conversation Hearts, or Buy Special Wedding Ones

Thursday February 12, 2009
Most people know conversation hearts, those little slightly-chalky candies that say things like "LOVER BOY" and "URA STAR". They're great for a wedding candy bar, even if they can't be ... Read More

Look! Cute Valentine's Day ECards

Thursday February 12, 2009
I'm not usually a fan of sending e-cards, especially for a day like Valentine's Day. Most of the ones available are super sappy or impersonal. Plus, since I invariably see ... Read More

Wedding Industry Still Strong in Spite of Recession: Necessary Luxuries

Wednesday February 11, 2009
The recession and the economic climate has many rethinking luxury purchases, and putting off that new car or expensive vacation. But two recent articles say that people still view their ... Read More

When It Rains, It Pours: Renting Wedding Umbrellas and Parasols

Tuesday February 10, 2009
Renting umbrellas and parasols might sound like a strange thing to do, since drugstore umbrellas aren't that expensive to begin with. But if you're worried about an especially sunny or ... Read More

The Worst Marriage Proposals?

Monday February 9, 2009
This week, as many are gearing up for a Valentine's Day proposal, I've been thinking about all the great marriage proposal stories I've gotten from readers. But what I haven't ... Read More

A Twist on Valentine's Day Gift Ideas

Friday February 6, 2009
Valentine's Day is just over a week away - do you know what you're getting your sweetheart? Don't fall back on the same old drugstore-purchased boring standby. Instead, add a ... Read More

Buy a Car, Get a Free Honeymoon!

Tuesday February 3, 2009
Paying for a wedding and a honeymoon, especially in a weakened economy, often means going without in other areas. For example, many will continue to drive older falling-apart cars while ... Read More

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