Archive for July, 2009
Friday, July 31st, 2009
Por: Veronika Lazabal
Cuando Anna Cuellar conoció a su Príncipe Valiente, estaba celebrando más que la idea que nunca más tuviera que besar un sapo en busca de amor verdadero. Anna estaba lista para planear el momento en que todas soñamos desde que somos niñas… el día de su boda. Siendo una muchacha considerada, ella estaba determinada ha gastar menos que el presupuesto que le habían dado sus padres. (Aunque muchos dijeron que seria imposible, ya que Anna vive en Los Ángeles, adonde todo es mas caro) Como ya lo saben, nosotras también somos muchachas consideradas, y decidimos seguir a la señorita Cuellar- trayendo las ideas de ella a todas las novias que están en busca de una manera de ahorrar dinero sin perder la personalidad de su boda.
Consejo #1: Elige Sus Batallas
El primer paso en manteniendo su presupuesto en orden es decidiendo desde un principio cuales son los detalles mas importantes para ti; y cuales no te inspiran tanta pasión. Por ejemplo, Anna sabía que quería tener su boda y recepción en el club campesino conocido como Spanish Hills, en las bellas lomas de Camarillo, California. La exclusividad del sitio lo causo ser mas caro que otros lugares que miraron, pero Anna estaba mas que dispuesta a compensar la diferencia con haciendo ajustas en el menú de la cena. Suerte para ella, los servicios de comida de Spanish Hills son completamente personalizadles. Así, Anna pudo cambiar la selección de comida hasta que ella estaba tan contenta con la cena como con el precio. No temes hablar y negociar con tus proveedores. Si no estas contenta con la selección que esta ofreciendo su salón, busca una compañía de afuera, quien te puede dar un mejor precio. Sea flexible adonde puedas- y firme en las cosas que te importan mas.
Consejo #2: ¡Si Lo Puedes Hacer Tú Misma… Hazlo!
Asombrada por el precio de invitaciones hechos por un profesional, Anna decidió que ella podía crear algo igualmente creativo. Su hermano, un fotógrafo, tomo fotos de la pareja, cuales Anna llevo a una compañía de impresión. Ahí, ella pudo diseñar tarjetas de “guardar la fecha” por una fracción de lo que hubiera pagado. Cuando vino el tiempo para hacer las invitaciones propias, nuestra novia intrépida arrebato a su mamá, y las dos divas frugales fueron en busca de tarjetas y vitela. Regresando a la compañía de impresión con lo que habían encontrado, Anna pudo diseñar sus invitaciones a un precio mas de 50% menos de lo que le habían presupuesto.
Y, ya que Anna estaba dispuesta a hacer las cosas solas, también decidió buscar sus propios favores de boda. Como la boda iba tomar lugar en el invierno, ella sabia que quería regalarles algo calientito a sus invitados. Encontró una tienda local adonde le dieron un gran descuento en rebozos suavecitos. Como pagó menos de tres dólares por cada uno, le quedo suficiente dinero para regresar a la impresora y diseñar una pequeña nota para cada una.
Consejo #3: El Florista no es el Jefe
Nunca debes de aceptar la primera estimación que te da un florista. Acuérdate, noviecita, que esta es tu boda, so no tengas pena hacer todas las preguntas que tengas. Preguntando por alternativas en flores ayudo a Anna a cortar el total que gasto en las abundante flores que uso` en su ceremonia y recepción a menos de $6,600.
Consejo #4: No te Conformes
Desconforme con los primeros fotógrafos que fue a ver, Anna siguió buscando hasta que encontró un estudio de fotografía que le dio un buen precio—y que también la trató con el respeto y atención que ella sabía que se merecía. Fotografía es una industria de servicio… si estas trabajando con alguien que no entiende eso, entonces es tiempo de decirle adiós. Es una buena idea decidirte en los detalles de tu paquete antes de la boda, ya que fotógrafos son más probables a hacerte una buena oferta antes que estén listas las fotos. Por ejemplo, Anna encontró a Henry Chen, un fotógrafo local que le dio un precio buenísimo en un paquete de fotos fantástico. Tres fotógrafos por diez horas (incluyendo una sesión de compromiso, un CD con todas las fotos, y un libro para que los invitados firmen) por $3,800.
Consejo #5: No hay Necesidad Para un Videografo
Hoy en día, muchas novias están decidiendo pasar en un videografo profesional en lugar de familia o amistades con cámaras personales. Cuando estas pagando para una gran selección de fotos, el video toma menos importancia. Anna logro ahorrarse bastante dinero cuando le pidió a su hermano que tomara video de los momentos más impactantes de la ceremonia y recepción en vez de un videografo profesional.
Usando unos trucos inteligentes, Anna Cuellar logro tener la boda de sus sueños- y gastar menos que su presupuesto. Usando las ideas de ella (a algunos mas que se te ocurren a ti) tu puedes hacer lo mismo.
Tags: Boda Real, Bodas Reales, Decor para Bodas, Ideas para Bodas, ideas para bodas reales, Ideas Para Novias, Real Wedding, Real Wedding California, Real Wedding Ideas, Real Wedding Story
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Thursday, July 30th, 2009
Por: Juana Marquez
Mejor afrodisíaco que el chocolate, las ostras o el borojó …es una Luna de miel en Cartagena de Indias.
Durante la primera parte del viaje lo mejor es hospedarse en una de las casonas coloniales del centro histórico convertidas en espectaculares hoteles boutique: Hotel Casa Quero, Hotel Cuadrifolio, Hotel Estancia de la Mantilla. Después de acomodarse en el lecho de amor, hay que salir a caminar por las callecitas del centro y llegar antes del atardecer (6:00pm) a la antigua muralla donde queda el Café del Mar para presenciar la puesta del sol, tomarse un par de martinis y esperar a que el apetito sugiera qué elegir dentro del variado menú.
La mañana siguiente en el hotel: desayuno, piscina, jacuzzi y un poco de sol. En la tarde, como en un cuento de hadas, un paseo en coche de caballos es la mejor manera de recorrer la Heroica y terminar en La Plaza de Santo Domingo para tomarse un aperitivo en uno de sus bares y cenar a pocas cuadras en el famoso Restaurante La Vitrola. Pero la noche es joven y la rumba cartagenera esta a la espera: la fiesta más tesa está en La Habana, una discoteca ubicada en la zona de Getsemaní de música caribeña, salsa, merengue y son corrido hasta la madrugada.
Y para reponerse de la noche anterior… El Spa del Hotel Santa Clara es el lugar ideal: relajación profunda con aromaterapia, baño turco y un buen masaje con aceites naturales de frutas tropicales son parte de la oferta. Luego, la Playa de Castillo Grande y una cervecita fría frente al mar para olvidar definitivamente la resaca. En la noche ponerse muy guapos y despedirse de la ciudad con una cena bajo la luz de la luna en el Restaurante San Pedro.
El cuarto día rumbo al Hotel Isla Pirata o al Hotel Isla del Sol en las Islas del Rosario y ahí pasar tres noches al son de las olas en una cabañita al lado del mar, donde la única interrupción mientras se toma el sol será para probar manjares típicos isleños, dar un paseo en lancha por el mar caribe, bucear, esquiar, o visitar El Acuario.
Este es el itinerario Para ti Novia, ideal para sacar provecho al efecto afrodisíaco que produce la hermosa ciudad de Cartagena.
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Thursday, July 30th, 2009
by: Jennifer Juhos, Expert, Fiore Designs
Whether you walk past a blooming hedge of jasmine, a vase full of Casablanca lilies, or a crate of dried lavender, fragrance matters! A very natural spirit may be achieved by introducing fragrant flowers into your arrangements & design. The subtle essence of fragrance will put most people at ease. Scent stirs up nostalgia and may take each of your guests on a different journey.
Just take care in incorporating too much fragrance. Some guests may be allergic to fragrance, while too much scent can also overwhelm the food or menu selections at the wedding.
Some lovely fragrant flowers are: Gardenias, freesia, lilac, lilies, stock, garden roses, peonies, lavender, & cymbidium orchids. The orchid may come as a surprise, but some varieties of these blooms give off a peppery scent.
Take some time to stop and smell the roses… or lilac, or gardenias, or, well, you get the idea!
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Wednesday, July 29th, 2009
Looking for that alternative color palette that will turn heads? Well look no further, this beautiful wedding set at the Viceroy has a color palette that says more urban sophisticate than day at the farm.
The Color Palette
This bride used black and white (click here to read on black and white) set against crisp moss green to achieve her urban wedding chic look. Crisp stark colors like these set against each other create a stark contrast that really make the green pop.
Flowers
The bride turned to florist Jennifer Juhos of Fiore Designs to create the perfect blend of sweet and sophisticated. Although the bridal bouquet was all white, Jennifer turned the sweet flower baskets into green pops of fashionable color {that would make Carrie swoon} by pave’ing green mums.
Table Decor
The bride opted for starck contrasts on the tables as well with white plates, green cymbidium orchids and simple greenery. We love that she chose simple candle lighting for the exterior evening dinner.
Escort Card Table
The bride then created wedding “newspapers” in the place of seating cards, that she did herself, to let her guests know where they would be dining. She worked with Jennifer of Fiore Designs to integrate them into a grass planter.
Bridesmaids Dresses
The bride then introduced a fourth color by using charcoal gray for the bridesmaids dresses. We love the unexpected choice as it makes the dresses look less bridesmaids and more cocktail {and maybe just maybe these bridesmaids will be able to wear the dress again!}.
For more tips on color palettes and inspiration, click here.
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Wednesday, July 29th, 2009
Feeling crafty? Why not try creating one or more of these easy and inexpensive flower centerpieces for your wedding celebration. It will help access your floral mojo, and be kind to your budget!
1. Floating Centerpice
You will need one to three glass vessels (depending on your table size, budget), a few large floral blooms in your favorite color, and some clean water. Fill the vase(s) with water, cut the flower right below the head and place the bloom(s) in the vase so they float. Some great blooms that float beautifully are peonies, dahlias, or even pin cushions. Because you are only using a few blooms, find interesting flowers with texture and color to make a splash.
2. Single variety flower centerpiece
You will need a container of your choice, and several stems of one type of flower. You may need five to ten stems depending on the type of flower. {For tulips gather ten to twelve or even more if you want a bigger arrangement; for flowers like peonies you will need a lot less around five to eight} You will want to arrange the buds of the flowers so that they are all at the same height. So, simply gather all of the flower stems together in your hands. One you have arranged them at the same height, then tape or rubber band the stems using floral tape you can get at your local flower supply house. Then, cut the stems all at one length, and place them in the container. Voila… instant arrangement!
While choosing a container, consider your theme. For example, you may try a terracotta pot or decorative urn for a garden setting. Or you might want a large set of mason jars for a more homespun look. For an elegant affair, try clear glass in square shape or antique gold works. In choosing your flower type, go for one or more colors.
3. Planter Centerpiece
You will need a fresh green or blooming plant, a decorative container, and some garden moss. Take the plant, and place it in the container of your choice. Cover the exposed dirt with the garden moss and there you have it. Don’t worry about removing the plant from its original container. Keeping it contained will save on the mess and allow guests to re-plant and further enjoy the centerpiece in their own gardens! You can create this simple and practical arrangement several days in advance.
For more DIY tips, click here.
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Monday, July 27th, 2009
Not quite sure what dress will look best? Sick of combing through magazines in the hopes of finding that perfect dress with no clue as to which silhouette will make your body look like the goddess that you are?
Not to worry! With the help of our experts, we will give you the 411 on which silhouettes will help to accentuate all the right curves and make you standout in all the right ways, of course….
Short Stature
Are you petite? A little frame doesn’t have to be an obstacle if you know your way around the bridal shop. A lines and drop waists will help elongate your frame. Also, use lace. According to Rose Gomez, of Rose Petals Bridal in Toluca Lake, CA, lace dresses on petite women have the effect of making you look longer and leaner.
Quick Tip: Remember ladies, you always want fabric to run vertically. That means, according to Ms. Gomez, stick to gorgeous laces that run longways. Something about the lace running vertically will trick the eye.
Pear Shapes
Pear shape ladies, that means girls with curves on the bottom, remember to look for dresses that are umpire. It is all about accentuating your assets. The high cinch under your bust will keep the eye focused above your waistline, and move them away from your hips.
Also, A-lines are a great go-to shape. An A-line will cover the hips and typically cinches at the waist so that the eye is drawn to your thin waist.
Wide shoulders
For those of us with wide shoulders, it is key to play up your strengths and stay away from silhouettes that draw attention to your shoulders. That means, stay far away from halter-tops. You will want to look for trumpet and other drop waist shapes like the mermaid.
Hourglass
Are you a girl with curves in all the right places? Well, you don’t want to hide those curves. Show them off with a drop waist dress in either a mermaid, A-line or trumpet style wedding dress.
Quick Tip: If you are short with hourglass curves, opt for a drop waist A-line shape.
Full-figured
For those of us with full-figures, it is also key to remember that you want a dress that will hug at the waist and cinch you in to show off your curves. A-lines will help bring the eye in at the waist and mid-section through the full skirt.
Buxom or Large Chest
For those with larger chests, it is better to stay away from umpires and embrace a silhouette with more form-fitting cut to show off your shape.
Tall
Many tall women often look good in everything from an umpire waist to trumpet or mermaid looks.
Now ladies…all you need to do is find that perfect bridal boutique….
For more interesting tips on trends and ideas for wedding dresses, click here.
Thank you to Rose Gomez from Rose Petal Bridal Salon in Toluca Lake.
Tags: Bridesmaids Dresses, dress shopping, dresses, Hispanic Wedding Dress, Inspiration for Your Wedding Style, Quince Dress, Quinceanera Dresses, silhouette, Spring Wedding Dresses, Summer Wedding Dresses, Trash the Dress, Wedding Dresses, Wedding Trends 2009
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Monday, July 27th, 2009
Olvídese esos invitaciones con blanco en blanco o aún de oro en invitaciones blancas. En lugar considera colores brillantes. Si para la Primavera o el Verano, las invitaciones en colores bravos causan una sorpresa maravillosa para sus huéspedes. En una imagen, usted podrá contar la historia y la tema de su boda.
Adoramos estas opciones brillantes de Alaina Cherup. ¡Su diseño y el color contagiosos…pues queremos pararse y vitorear! Además, sus series de invitación comienzan en $4,00. Para más ideas de invitación, haga clic aqui.
Tags: Cool Invitation Ideas, Ideas para Invitaciones de Boda, Invitaciones de boda, Invitaciones en Damasco, invitaciones para Boda, Invitaciones para Bodas, Invitaciones para Novios, Invitations, Invitations and Color, Invitations and Paper, Mexican inspired Wedding Invitations, Quinceanera Invitation Ideas, Wedding Invitation Ideas, Wedding Invitations
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Monday, July 27th, 2009
¿Habiendo inspirado un marroquí la boda? Entonces ponga el tono para su boda con estas Guarda las Fechas inspirada por Morocco.
Encontramos éstos en la tienda de Alaina Cherup en el etsy.com. Adoramos en particular el uso increíble de color y diseño. El particular azul contra que el rojo hace realmente esta combinación de colores original.
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Saturday, July 25th, 2009
Want some inspiration to help you plan a post-wedding or 2nd photo session? Take a look at these incredible photos of a bride and groom in front of a barn for some helpful hints on beautiful pictures you can do.
A special thanks to Chelsea Nicole for her amazing trash the dress photo session.
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Friday, July 24th, 2009
By: Veronika Lazabal
When Anna Cuellar met her Prince Charming, she had more to celebrate than just the fact that she was done dating frogs. Anna was about to do something that most of us dream about doing from the time we’re old enough to teeter around in our mom’s heels- plan her wedding. Being the good girl that she is, Anna was bound and determined to come in under the budget that had been set by her parents. (A feat that many said was impossible in the crazy land of excess that is Los Angeles). And being the good girls that we are, we tagged along-bringing Anna’s bottom line friendly ideas to savvy brides-to-be across the land.
Tip #1: Pick Your Battles
Deciding up front what is really important to you- and what you aren’t quite as passionate about- is the first step to trimming the excess fat from your wedding budget. For example, Anna knew that she wanted to have her wedding ceremony and reception at the Spanish Hills Country Club, in the lush hills of Camarillo California.
The exclusivity of her chosen location made it a bit more expensive than some of the other places she looked at, but Anna was more than willing to make up for that by altering her dinner menu. Spanish Hills has a fully customizable catering selection, making it easy for her to pair down the original menu until she was comfortable with both the food and the price.
Don’t be afraid to ask your caterers what they can do for you. If you’re unhappy with the food selection at your reception hall, look into an outside catering company for better prices. Just make sure you’re flexible where you can be- and stand firm where it matters most to you.
Tip #2: Be a Do It Yourself-er
Flabbergasted at the price of professionally printed invitations, Anna decided that she could come up with something just as creative on her own. Her brother, an amateur photographer, took a set of pictures of the happy couple, which Cuellar then took to a printing company in order to create completely personal (and oh so affordable) save the date cards.
For the actual invitation, our blushing bride nabbed her mom, and the two frugal divas set out in search of their own card stock and velum, which they then took to a local print shop. By providing the materials themselves, the ladies saved over 50% from the price they were originally quoted!
And, as long as Anna was in the do it yourself groove, she decided to take on her wedding favors, as well. Because she was having a winter wedding, Cuellar knew that she wanted to gift her guests with something that would convey warmth and snuggly feelings. A hunt of local shops turned up a company that was willing to give her a whopping discount on yummy soft pashmina wraps. Paying less than three bucks for each wrap meant that Anna had enough money left over to go back to the print shop and have a small message that matched her invites printed for each one.
Tip #3: Floor the Florist
Don’t think that you have to blindly accept the first quote that you’re given by a florist. Remember, my dears, this is your wedding, so don’t be bashful about rolling up your sleeves and getting into the nitty gritty details when it comes to your flower arrangements. By asking about alternative flower selections- still beautiful, and in keeping with her wedding colors-Anna was able to cut her total cost for all of the abundant flowers used in her wedding and reception to a reasonable four figure sum.
Tip #4: Momma was Right- You Better Shop Around
Unhappy with the first few wedding photographers she met with, Anna kept looking. That is, until she finally found a a talented photographer that not only gave her a great deal, but who treated her as though her wedding really mattered. Wedding photography is a service industry- if your photographer doesn’t get that, then it’s time to find someone who will. Make sure you work out the details of your package before the wedding- a photog is much more likely to make deals then than after the pictures have been developed. Anna’s selectiveness really paid off when she found Henry Chen, a local who gave her a great price on a fantastic picture package. Three photographers and 10 hours of memory making snapshots, an engagement session, a picture CD, and a guest book…for a great price.
Tip #5: She used a family Videographer
Not wanting skimp on a videographer but understanding she was close to reaching her budget, Anna tapped her brother (a former camera operator for the movie industry) to do her videography. Anna saved a fortune by having her brother video tape a few key moments at the reception, and then skipping the long, drawn out professional video.
By using a few savvy wedding techniques, Anna Cuellar was able to have the wedding of her dreams- and come in under budget. By taking some of her ideas- and a few of your own creative cost cutting solutions- to heart, you can too.
A special thank you to Henry Chen for his beautiful photography of Anna Cuellar and her husband Lonngrenn.
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Friday, July 24th, 2009
By: Paratinovia.com Staff Writer
Getting married is a whirlwind of to-do lists, excitement, and mind-blurring decisions. Planning the honeymoon destination amidst all of those life-changing and momentous decisions can almost seem like an afterthought. Then, throw a strict budget into the mix and you may feel like you want to tear your hair out. But, it doesn’t have to be a challenge, here are our tips to help get you on the road to planning the trip of your dreams:
1. Travel in the Off-Season
Consider planning your honeymoon for the off season. For some brides and grooms, this may mean postponing the honeymoon until the Fall or even Winter. But, the bottom line is that if your wedding date falls on the ‘off season’ for tourism, you are more likely to get good rates on hotels and travel for your honeymoon destination. Then, for even more savings, make your reservations for hotel and car well in advance.
2. Go the Boutique Hotel Route or even better, the Pensione
You don’t need to be a millionaire to travel to boutique hotels. You just need to do your research. Finding amazing deals are just at your fingertips, as the internet is a great resource to begin the process of digging to find a beautiful boutique hotel where you can stay for about $80 to $150 per night. Or, pensiones are a great lodging alternative to the boutique hotel. Think Bed and Breakfast Inns. Either choice make for an inexpensive alternative to a standard hotel; and, they are often cheaper.
3. House Swap
The latest top honeymoon trend for anyone on a budget is to do a house swap. List your home and make your request for areas you want to go on your honeymoon. Make the arrangements to let the people who live in the honeymoon destination of your choice to come to where you live while you go there. You save on the expense of lodging which is one of the biggest expenses of any vacation and get to enjoy exotic locales for fractions of the cost.
4. Bid on Your Honeymoon Travel
Websites like LuxuryLink.com and Priceline.com allow you to offer a price bid to be able to travel to an ideal location. You often times can make very low bids and get huge savings on beautiful hotels.
5. Go Camping in Romantic Locales
Can’t find someone to swap houses, or don’t feel comfortable letting strangers into your home? Then do the next best thing and really experience the honeymoon destination of your choice by enjoying all that the great outdoors has to offer and consider then next top honeymoon trend—camping. Snuggle close together on a moonlit night under the stars. You can’t get more romantic than that.
A few other cost saving options
Of course traditions are traditions for a reason and weddings bring to mind the traditional honeymoon ideas as well. Niagara Falls is still the top honeymoon destination in North America and it is not a budget breaker either. Other great low cost local honeymoon ideas are right in your own backyard like the beautiful Sonoma Valley, or the romantic Napa Valley. Hike, bike or camp out in the wonderful wine country or check out some of the local B&B’s for great deals.
A little planning and careful thought will get you that unforgettable honeymoon that will set the tone for happily ever after.
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Tuesday, July 14th, 2009
By: Catalina Walsh
A great way to obtain the ideal dress for less is to design the wedding dress of your dreams yourself. Some may think you have to be an expert in fashion design. But the truth is that it is all about finding the right dress and the right dressmaker. First, we suggest that you look through a few dress designers collections to get a feel for the style and detailing that you most like.
Once you have a few wedding dresses in mind, your next challenge is to find the right dress style for your body shape. Here is where the dress shopping comes in. Every bride, whether you are buying off the rack or creating your own design, should go to a few bridal salons. You will need to try on different dresses to see what shapes look best on your curves. Try on ball gowns, and mermaid cuts and empire waists to get a feel for the dress shapes that work best for you. This process will definitely help you narrow down your selections and keep you focused on the end goal – designing the perfect dress.
After you have found the perfect dress shape, you should begin asking around for expert dressmakers. Once you have found the dressmaker, its time to begin collaborating on the design. Here is where all that wedding dress shopping research will come in handy. You can explain the shape you are looking for and then begin concentrating on picking the right fabric and detailing with your dressmaker. You may even be able to splurge a little on fabric since you are saving in the making of the dress.
Tip:
Go to a local fabric store to research on luxury fabrics and costs, it will help you better decide what fabrics you want to use for your dress.
Tags: Bridesmaids Dresses, Inspiration for Your Wedding Style, Latina Dress Designer, Spring Wedding Dresses, Summer Wedding Dresses, Wedding Dress, Wedding Dresses, Wedding Fashion, Wedding Planning Ideas for Heat
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Monday, July 13th, 2009
Por: Nora Zelevansky
Las novias gastan horas considerando opciones como el diseño de las invitaciones, diseños florales y peinados (¿Hacia arriba? ¿Abajo? ¿Qué hago?). A menudo, la búsqueda de ese vestido perfecto pronto consume todo el tiempo de las novias.
De todos modos ¿Qué de bueno tiene que tengas el vestido más hermoso, si el día de tú boda te la vas a pasar odiando tus brazos flácidos y tú estomago ligeramente sobresalido?
Hasta la novia más modesta quiere sentirse fabulosa, el día de su boda. Por suerte, hay varias maneras y a varios precios para ponerte en forma para tú gran día.
Entrenamiento Privado:
Si hay alguien quien se beneficia de la atención personal, entonces Mike Donavanik es tú hombre. Su campamento de entrenamiento para novias te pondrá en forma rápidamente, usando un enfoque integro, individual y personalizado el cual implica nutrición, un entrenamiento consistente y hasta instrucciones para que hagas los ejercicios en tú casa (desde recordar tú postura cada vez que suena el teléfono a hacer ejercicios de 30 a 45 minutos en tus días de descanso). Con el soporte de Mike a tú lado animándote durante los ejercicios más duros, automáticamente tú te vas a tonificar y tú fuerza subirá.
Campamento de Entrenamiento en Grupo:
Los ejercicios más intensos también toman parte de los foros. En el campamento de entrenamiento 90210 de Doug Rice, las mujeres (la mayoría son novias), se inscriben a unas 10 sesiones de entrenamiento, en sesiones de 2 a 3 veces a la semana por 3 meses. Los ejercicios son especialmente diseñados para el cuerpo femenino, la mayoría del tiempo los ejercicios atléticos se pueden hacer afuera, también hay cursos obstáculos y otros ejercicios para realzar el cuerpo.
¡Entonces, si te gusta salir del gimnasio, esta puede ser la tactica ideal para ti!
Clases:
Si te inscribes a varias clases puedes ahorrar dinero y hasta tener menos presión. El método de la barra (una combinación de ejercicios de Pilates, yoga y ballet) ofrecen un entrenamiento más rápido, menos costoso y más variado. Estas clases de 45 minutos son diseñadas para afirmar los músculos, reducir la grasa, mejorar la postura, subir los glúteos, tonificar el abdomen y hasta subir tú nivel de energía. O, mira sus videos si te gusta estar en casa. ¡Suena como la receta perfecta para un día de bodas perfecto!
Tags: Belleza & Salud, comida espanola, Ejercicio, espana, espanol, Ideas En Espanol, tradiciones de espana, tradiciones espanoles
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Monday, July 13th, 2009
By: Candice Lapin
You have just finished calling all of your family and friends to give them the incredible news. Now finally, you sit down to bask in the happiness. Your thoughts begin to swirl. You can’t wait to begin picking the venue, the caterer, and the florist. Oh but wait…what about the engagement party?
If a mild panic begins to swirl, not to worry. All you need is a good checklist to keep things under control.
3 Months in Advance
o Set a date {Deciding when you would like to have an enagement party or if you want to have it at all is the first step because it is not always traditional in all cultures}
o Then, determine who is going to host the engagement party {remember to figure out who is going to contribute and to what extent}
o Determine your budget
o Find a venue to match your budget {A private home such as a friend or family member’s house helps cut down on costs. If you are looking at different venues, get quotes from different places}
o Create guest list {Who is invited? Remember the guest count must match your budget}
o Consider photography and video {if you want a photographer or videographer they need to be booked ahead of time, but if one of your family members is taking charge then just make sure camera’s are charged for the special day and there is enough tape}
o Research vendors {If you are having it at a home or even an event space, speak to your caterer or locate rental and linen company, DJ or band or entertainment, florist, etc.}
2 Months in Advance
o Registry {Good time to register for smaller gifts}
o Reserve the venue {If you have opted to have your engagement party at someone’s house organize wait staff and the CLEAN UP staff! Also remember to consider a PLAN B for outdoor events such as tenting}
o Create a menu {If you are having a house party catered then creating a menu is important. You will want to consider whether your party themed to match the wedding? Choose a menu that matches your budget}
o Send invitations {Consider matching invitation to your wedding colors or theme, if the wedding has an overall thematic look}
o Plan entertainment {will there be music, dancing, entertainers, and other forms of entertainment?}
o Finalize all vendors {If you are having it at a home or even an event space, speak to your caterer or locate rental and linen company, DJ or band or entertainment, etc.}
o Finalize Décor {discuss with the venue your flowers, any specialty linens and chairs?}
1 Month in Advance
o Decide on a cake {if applicable}
o Confirm the vendors
2 Weeks in Advance
o Prepare the venue {need to make sure that if its at someone’s house, the venue is clean, ac and heat working, there is a location for gifts, grass has been cut}
o Go shopping {need to purchase the food and booze, décor, anything that you will be contributing}
1 week in advance
o Prepare a toast {thank your guests and hosts}
o Keep track of gifts {or writing thank you cards will be more trying later}
o Follow up with the guests on your guest list {especially those who are slow to RSVP}
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Friday, July 10th, 2009
Por: Veronika Lazabal
Cuando se trata de tu boda de verano, escogiendo el vestido ideal para novias es la decisión más importante que puedes tomar. ¿Por lo tanto, cuales son los detalles que hacen el vestido soñado para los días calientes? Simplemente dicho, lo que hace falta son telas de peso ligero, una forma atractiva, y una gran dosis de actitud.
Novias de verano tienen una ventaja a las que deciden casarse en los meses más fríos, ya que más de 70% de los vestidos de novias son de mangas cortas o sin tirantes. Pero todo eso aparte, el truco verdadero para escoger el traje que mas te conviene reside en la selección de materiales. No es necesario sentirte que te estas derritiendo debajo de una montaña de tafetán- las telas livianitas están muy de modas para las bodas de este año. Piensa en organdí, algodón, gasa, o hilo.
Vestidos de corte de te también son una idea buena para una boda en tiempos mas calientes. Un dobladio mas corto no solo te ayudaran a mantenerte mas refrescada, pero igualmente pueden ayudarte lucir tu mejor en una boda en la playa o recepción de campo. (Sayas largas o grandes tienen el mal costumbre de colectar arena y manchas de sácate antes que ni si quiera haga empezado la ceremonia).
Si estas planeando una boda que no es tradicional, aló mejor es tiempo de buscar un vestido moderno, también. ¿Para un asunto casual, por que no buscar un vestido de túnica o un traje te falda? Muchas novias están escogiendo a agregar un poquito de color a su vestido. (Unos toques de azul, verde o lavanda pueden darle una vida nueva a un vestido simple. O, para un “look” completamente atrevido, escoge un vestido beige con una banda roja obscura.) Si buscas algo con un toque elegante, un vestido de columna se ve aun formal y divertido, especialmente si tiene unos toques de encaje.
Bodas de verano rodean lo mejor de la temporada: entusiasmo, alegría, luz de sol, y un poco de nostalgia. Con el vestido justo, puedes estar se segura de que brillaras mas fuerte que ninguna estrella en el cielo de junio.
Tags: comida espanola, espana, espanol, Ideas En Espanol, Ideas para Bodas, tradiciones de espana, tradiciones espanoles, Trajes de Novia, Trajes y Estilo, Vestidos de Novia
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Thursday, July 9th, 2009
By: Nora Zelevansky
If you like piña coladas and getting caught in the rain, then, well, basically you’ll love any tropical honeymoon you take. But, while lounging beachside at a fenced-in resort can be fantastic, more adventurous folks look south to Rio de Janeiro (particularly in the Zona Sul) for a great honeymoon destination. Here, the steamy heat, beach breeze, beautiful people and caipirinha cocktails create a uniquely sultry vibe.
HOTELS:
While Copacabana Beach may be second to Ipanema and Leblon, the famous Copacabana Palace is by far the grandest place to sip watermelon juice post-brunch by the pool (whether your name is Lola or not).
Beachfront and modern, head to Marina All Suites for an upscale boutique hotel vibe, apartment-style rooms and beautiful views.
Philippe Starck fans should head to Ipanema’s new marvel, Fasano, where the rooftop infinity pool with views of Sugar Loaf is a site to behold.
Ipanema Plaza offers a less pricey, low-key boutique hotel experience, where actual Brazilians stay.
For a more relaxed vibe, head to small scale Santa Teresa Hotel, known for their eco-Amazonian retreat, Le Spa.
RESTAURANTS:
For great cachaça (Brazilian rum), beer and cheap delicious eats from smoky black bean soup to lime soaked sausage, stop by Academia de Cachaca.
Break bread (or massive hearts of palm) amidst thatched huts atop a hill at Aprazivel.
Italian/Brazilan fusion makes for beautiful food and even more beautiful patrons at modern spot, Zuka: http://www.zuka.com.br/
Roberta Sudbrack is Rio’s answer to the celebrity chef.
NIGHTLIFE:
Pub crawl over to Devassa for some mellow lounging.
Blame it on the bossa nova at Vinicius Bar, a famous spot for live Brazilian music:
SHOPS:
Mallrats beware, shopping in Rio is largely shopping center-style and Leblon is the most high-end:
Maria Oiticica’s organic-style bijoux is made largely with natural pods and seeds, but evokes sophistication and edgy style.
The Hippie Market (Feira Hippie) in Ipanema is must-attend for crafts, jewelry and, of course, Havianas.
TRAVEL AGENCIES:
Honeymoon-specific travel agencies are great, but, if you use one, make sure you choose a company that truly knows Brazil and/or South America. Travel Store actually helps organize destination weddings too.
Altour represents all things travel: http://www.altour.com/
AR Tourism Brazil represents Brazilian travel specifically, though not solely honeymoons.
SAFETY:
Don’t bring bags to the beach and don’t rock that fancy jewelry at all if you can help it!
Bon Voyage!
Tags: Destinos Recomendados, Honeymoon Destinations, Honeymoon Inspiration, Travel Tips, Wedding & Honeymoon Ideas
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Wednesday, July 8th, 2009
While planning the décor for your wedding, consider ways to re-use flowers throughout various areas of the venue and throughout the day. Recycling flowers is a great way to keep your costs down. When done right, your guests will never notice the switch!
For example, take flowers from your reception sit, then reuse and recycle them on tabletops at the reception site. Or take clusters from your ceremony canopy and scatter those flower clusters onto the tabletops at your reception.
Changing the presentation or location of certain arrangements will completely change the design aesthetic, and make for a seamless transformation. You will really be getting two styles for the price of one! For instance, fresh floral clusters will add an elegant flair to your ceremony chairs. Once pulled away, the clusters may then serve as a beautiful addition to the your bridal party table, or a striking border for your cake table.
Collaborate with your florist and choose flowers that are long lasting to ensure freshness!
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Wednesday, July 8th, 2009
By: Candice Lapin
Looking forward to taking your bridal photos, but worried about how to keep your dress from getting dirty? It’s a common concern for brides who want to have a few more photos. Often, brides take photos a few days or even weeks before their ceremony to get those few shots in their gown before the flurry of the wedding (when key photos in the dress can get missed). Often, the biggest concern is not the photos, but the dress, or at least not ruining your dress before the big day.
So, how do you make sure you have all the right photos to commemorate your wedding, and of course the dress? In a Trash the Dress photo session, of course.
What is a Trash the Dress Photo Session?
Trash the Dress is a new trend in wedding photo sessions done after the big wedding day. A bride can schedule a separate photo session with the photographer for the bride or the bride and groom after the wedding. What is great about a Trash the Dress photo session is that you can literally shoot the photographs anywhere you want because you won’t have to worry about making sure not to “injure” the dress.
You can ride on a ferris wheel, run across the desert or even pose lying in the sand on the beach without worrying about scrapes, sand, water damage, or even a little dirt because the wedding day has already passed. The best part is that it gives brides the freedom to choose new places to take photographs without worrying what will happen to the dress. So, each bride can concentrate on getting all the frames and fun photos {that you didn’t get because you were so preoccupied on your wedding day}.
Can I still clean my dress?
Remember, for those of you who want to make sure that you can clean the dress, many dresses can still be salvaged depending on what type of photos you take. If salvaging your dress is important to you, then check with the manufacturer about clean-up.
Don’t hold back…
If you are a bride who loves drama or who wants to add a little more quirkiness to your memories, you may want to consider booking a “TTD” or Trash the Dress photo session with your photographer.
A big thank you to Chelsea Nicole for her fantastic Trash the Dress session.
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Tuesday, July 7th, 2009
Description:
Melissa Reiner is a classical and pop violinist in high demand, touring with a wide variety of artists such as Andrea Bocelli and Alejandra Guzman.
Melissa can play as a soloist at your ceremony or reception or play with a group of musicians she can put together for you depending on your needs. She understands that music is an integral part of any ceremony, and it is imperative for your wedding to have the perfect musical ambience, played by consummate performers. Whether you are looking for a string quartet, a soloist, or a combination of instruments and musical styles, Melissa can help you to find the best music and musicians for any wedding event. Melissa is a seasoned musician who is often hired to bring in top-notch musicians to play with her for chamber and orchestral settings, including the Jonas Brothers 2008 summer tour, and for hundreds of weddings.
As an established member of the Los Angeles studio scene, she has performed on innumerable television shows, movies, and albums, including The Grammy Awards, American Idol and two albums of Christina Aguilera.
For examples of Melissa’s solo work and professional history, please visit her website. She is excited to partner with her friends at Para Ti Novia to help create a truly unique and exciting atmosphere for your wedding day.
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Monday, July 6th, 2009
By: Catalina Walsh
Give your wedding a romantic touch by wearing a vintage wedding gown. Vintage wedding dresses are an unexpected way to find unique dresses that have incredible workmanship. Plus, you can guarantee that none of your friends will have anything like it. Here are a few things to consider when you buy a vintage wedding dress.
Prices vary between two hundred and fifteen hundred dollars. If you choose to go vintage be sure to try on the wedding dress before purchasing it since sizes have changed throughout the years.
Your dress may also require repair. We recommend that you avoid buying a gown that requires a lot of fixing, the older the fabric the more delicate it becomes, making repairs very expensive. For this very same reason, avoid buying a gown from before 1900 or that is made out of silk or chiffon.
Tags: Inspiration for Your Wedding Style, Planning Tips, Vintage Weddings, Wedding Dresses, Wedding Style
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Sunday, July 5th, 2009
Not all of us want a hotel or restaurant wedding. So what’s a girl to do with a lot of cool ideas, a small budget and vintage state of mind? Throw a small vintage wedding garden party at a private home of course! Then make sure to keep the look and feel consistent by hiring a photographer to take those perfect off-beat photos.
When we were looking through Rachel Thurston’s amazing wedding photography, we stumbled across this indie garden wedding fete which managed to retain a small intimate feel.
The Color Palette:
The color palette for the garden wedding was incredible with chocolate brown, green, yellow and cream. We love that the bride carried her colors into the place cards and favor boxes. Check out the amazing favor boxes above which are so beautiful in green and chocolate brown with the brown ribbon and simple white embossed cards.
{Not every bride feels brave enough to use brown this way – but it is so incredible when done the right way like the bride did}. It makes for a great fall color palette.
The Venue:
We loved this venue because the private home had that perfect English garden feel. As you walk into the backyard, you are instantly transported to a different world which somehow manages to evoke the turn of the age.
The Decor:
The garden party theme was carried throughout the wedding. Long rectangular tables were brought in. The tables were then set with cream linens, clear and white plates. Each place setting was rounded off with the bride and groom’s amazing favor boxes in either brown or green. The bride then integrated the garden {and mushroom} theme by introducing mushrooms unexpectedly on tables, around the garden and even on the cake!
Instead of using all traditional flowers, the bride used large vases of plants as well as potted herb plants and cookie jars filled with river rocks and herbs to complete this rustic chic look. The look is very evocative of French and Italian provincialweddings in which evenly smelling herbs and plants like lavender are used instead of traditional flowers.
To take the look from day to night, the trees were filled with hanging candle votives which dangled and gave the garden some twinkle.
Now this is a wedding we can all aspire to have!
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Friday, July 3rd, 2009
By: Candice Lapin
Want to throw a Beach Chic Wedding, but don’t know where to start with colors, let alone the finishing details? Well fear not! We spotted this amazing real wedding on the Next Exit blog (thank you to Cat and Adi Benner) and had to share this incredibly inspiring boda! For this wedding, it was all in the details, as the finishing touches on this wedding are what really make it standout. Not to mention that the couple actually were able to bring in all the natural elements into their reception: water {the beach}, earth {the sand}, fire {the candles} and air {the beach breeze}.
Small Reception:
First, the wedding was incredibly intimate with a ceremony held on the beach and a small reception held at the Malibu Beach Inn. For those looking to create a chic intimate beach party, this is the way to go. At the same time what is so great about this reception is that these details could easily be translated into any size beach wedding reception.
Color Palette:
With a color palette of cream, caramel, green and violet blue, this wedding reception is absolutely elegant and so chic in it understated colors. It absolutely matches the beach scenery and let’s the surf and sand standout as a calm background to the event.
Decor:
We love the use of these extremely beautiful wood basket chairs. The chairs are such an incredible detail and make the table look thoughtful and beachside chic. Plus, the caramel of the chairs against the white linen really make the table decor pop {We love the color combination of caramel against the blue as well}. And, the rectangular table is totally unexpected and keeps the dinner reception very intimate. The table was set with silver chargers. Atop the charges, they placed sand dollar place cards to keep the fete in theme. The table was then completed with candles and delicate florals placed along the long table.
Dessert:
We just cannot say enough about the color combinations of these outstanding dainty french macarons, a Paratinovia favorite, in a palette of cream, light green and caramel. Macarons are a french bite sized desert that has become a real trend in wedding desserts. The desserts also included cookies which is a simple touch of comfort that guests will really enjoy. A Special Thank you to Next Exit Photography for the wonderful access to these pictures.
Vendors:
Photography: Next Exit Photography
Venue: Malibu Beach Inn
Sand Dollar Place Cards: Laura Hooper
Florist: Maggie Jenson Design
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Thursday, July 2nd, 2009
Por: Nora Zelevansky
Si te gusta la piña colada, y te gusta ser sorprendido por la lluvia, entonces esencialmente te va a encantar tomar una luna de miel tropical.
Pero, aunque seria fantástico el poderte relajarte al lado de la playa en un centro turístico con una cerca cerrada, los más venturosos van al sur de Río De Janeiro. ¿A dónde? Particularmente a la “Zona Sul”. Ahí, el clima caliente, la brisa de la playa, la gente hermosa, y los cócteles llamados “Caipirinha” (a veces agrios por la fresca fruta de pasión) crean un vibra seductora única.
Hoteles:
Mientras que La Playa Copacabana puede estar en segundo lugar al lado de Ipanema y Leblon, el famoso “Palacio Copacabana” por mucho es el mejor lugar para tomarte jugo de sandia y un pos-desayuno a lado de la alberca (aunque tú nombre sea “Lola” o no).
“Marina All Suites” esta frente a la playa y es un lugar muy moderno. Puedes ir a las boutiques con una vibra exclusiva, cuartos con estilo de apartamentos y vistas hermosas.
Los fanáticos de Philippe Starck, deberán dirigirse a la nueva maravilla de Ipanema, “Fasano”, en donde se encuentra una alberca infinita situada en la azotea con vistas al “Pan de Azúcar” es un sitio para poderlo contemplar.
La “Plaza de Ipanema”, ofrece una experiencia de hotel de boutique las cuales son menos caras, discretas y son donde los brasileños se quedan.
Para una vibra más relajada, ve al “Hotel de Santa Teresa”, el cual es de menos escala y es conocido por su retiro eco amazónico llamado “Le Spa.”
Restaurantes:
Para un buen ron brasileño llamado “Cachaca”, cerveza y comida deliciosa muy barata desde una humeante sopa de frijol negro a una salchicha remojada en limón, pasa por la “Academia de Cachaca.”
Reparte pan (o corazones masivos de palma) entre chozas cubiertas con paja encima de una colina en “Aprazivel.”
La fusión Italiana y brasileña hace una comida hermosa y aun más hermosa es la clientela el moderno sitio de “Zuka”.
“¡Roberta Sudbrack!” es la respuesta de Río. Ella es la jefa de cocina de las celebridades:
Vida Nocturna:
Haz una ronda de bares y pasa por “Devassa” para relajarte más tranquilamente.
Échale la culpa al “bosa nova” en el Bar Vinicius, el cual es un lugar famoso por su música Brasileña en vivo.
Tiendas:
¡Ratas del centro comercial tengan cuidado! El ir de compras en Río es parte del estilo central y “Leblon”, es el de más de alta calidad.
El estilo orgánico bijou de María Oiticica es gran parte echo con vainas naturales y semillas, pero evoca la sofisticación y el estilo provocativo.
Debes ir al Mercado Hippie conocido como “Feira Hippie” en Ipanema para ver artes, joyería y, por supuesto las “Havianas.”
Agencias de Viajes:
Las agencias de viajes específicas de luna de miel son grandes, pero si usas una asegúrate de que elijas una compañía que realmente conozca Brasil y/o Sudamérica.
La tienda de viajes realmente ayuda a organizar destinos de bodas también.
“Altour”, representa una compañía de viajes.
“AR Tourism Brazil”, especialmente representa viajes a Brasil, pero no solamente de bodas.
Seguridad:
¡No traigas bolsos a la playa y evita el ensenar tú fantástica joyería!
Tags: comida espanola, espana, espanol, Ideas En Espanol, Ideas para Lunas de Miel, Lunas de Miel, tradiciones de espana, tradiciones espanoles
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Wednesday, July 1st, 2009
Description:
With a creative and comfortable style, with energy and determination, husband and wife team Cat and Adi Benner have become two of the most sought after wedding photojournalists in Southern California and around the globe. Three-time winner of the Best of the Knot Award, Next Exit Photography is known for its magazine-worthy images full of heart and emotion. More importantly, it is recognized for its unmatched quality of service and familial devotion to their clients since opening their thriving studio in 2002. While their wedding work leans towards editorial style photojournalism, Cat and Adi also create fashion forward images and exquisite portraits of the couple and the families and friends.
At weddings, clients appreciate Cat and Adi’s sense of humor and camaraderie, which they combine with an artistic eye and an acute awareness to capture the most spontaneous and genuine interactions.
Next Exit’s wedding and portrait images have been published in The Knot Magazine, Bride’s Magazine, Pacific Weddings, Your Wedding Day, Brideworld, Southern Weddings Magazine, People, Newsweek, Billboard and the Los Angeles Times.
Special Promotion:
Free engagement session with 11×14 custom print upgrade with any wedding photography package booked when you mention Paratinovia.com.
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Wednesday, July 1st, 2009
Every girl should feel like a princess on her wedding day; even if, we don’t have personal trainers and cooks helping us stay in shape and making sure we eat right. Luckily, there are bodyshapers and other undergarments to help us look our best and tighten our less than flattering areas of the body.
Body shapers can be found at department stores & bridal shops. The right body shaper can help you hide a tummy, behind, hips or bust. They also come in a variety of styles to fit flawlessly under any dress style.
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