We’ve talked about our favorite on-screen wedding dresses, both in TV and movies. But in the long history of cinematic weddings–and cinematic wedding dresses–there have been a few that haven’t quite hit the mark. Here at Fan C Designs, we like to stay positive, but wedding dresses are our passion. We know what works and what doesn’t. Here are 5 …
Band or DJ? Finding the Right Wedding Music for You
The perfect wedding reception deserves the perfect wedding music. The problem is that there is no one universal “perfect wedding music.” Maybe you have a Renaissance themed wedding, so your favorite 80s power ballad might be a little out of place. Maybe you and your spouse don’t actually care for traditional love songs. The biggest question when considering wedding music …
A DIY Wedding Updo With a Professional Look
It’s no secret; weddings are expensive. For every item in your wedding, there is a price tag. Your dress. Your bridesmaids’ dresses. The venue. Tuxedos. Flowers. Place Settings. Food. Centerpieces… Before you know it, you’re clutching your chest and your purse. Since the tradition of the bride’s parents paying for the wedding, or at least all of the wedding, is …
5 Best Cinematic Wedding Dresses
The wedding scene at the end of a good movie is satisfying in so many ways: it’s a happy ending, stunningly shot, but perhaps the best part is the dress. Since the beginning of movies, there have been a number of wedding dresses that have made their mark on cinematic history, whether for better or worse. In this post, we’ll …
5 Celebrities Weigh In on Body Positivity
Any plus size woman knows the weight of the rigid standards that society puts on beauty. Women are told that the easiest way to make themselves more appealing is to make their bodies less. Nowhere are these toxic ideas of body image harsher than in Hollywood, where anything over a size 2 “could sand to lose a little weight.” The …
5 Great Songs for the Mother/Son Dance
On the big day, we often focus on the relationship between the bride and her dad. We have historical traditions of the father of the bride “giving his daughter away” to her spouse. The father/daughter dance can leave the entire reception a little teary-eyed. But the relationship between mother and son can be just as special, and the groom’s dance …
The Best Colors for Your Wedding Theme
Colors evoke certain feelings and atmospheres naturally. When it comes to your wedding theme, color is your best resource. A strong wedding theme should flow from the ceremony to the reception to the car that drives the happy couple away for the night. Even if you can’t afford to go all out on your wedding theme, you can use color …
Romance on a Budget
Most of us are more about emotional value over material value in a relationship, and more likely to appreciate a thoughtful date over an expensive one. If you care about someone or are serious about developing a romantic connection with them, how much money they spend to take you out is not on your list of priorities: authenticity is more …
Finding the Perfect Wedding Dress to Compliment Your Curves
We all want to look like floating angels on our wedding day, but finding the right wedding dress on this momentous day is often difficult for plus-size women. Some boutiques don’t even don’t carry anything over a 5. But the average size of a women in the world is plus-size. You should be embracing your curves on your wedding day. …
10 Unique Ideas For a Fall Wedding
With mild weather and beautiful bright colors, fall is a popular time of year for a wedding. The problem is that with so many fall weddings, many wedding ideas become a bit cliche. For the couple who’s been dreaming of a fall wedding that’s more than cookie cutter, here are some ideas to incorporate into your theme: Use Cool Colors …