Some wedding customs, like the habit of having a bridal party or carrying the bride over the threshold, have existed for centuries and are still going strong today. But with so many wedding customs throughout history and various cultures, it’s not hard to believe that some have slipped through the cracks over the years. We’ve all heard of things like …
5 Best Engagement Party Themes
Everyone loves a party, especially when it’s a party to celebrate something as wonderful as a recent engagement. But for a party so important, you really want to make sure it’s one that the newly engaged couple, friends and family alike will never forget. A great way to help their engagement party to stand out is to incorporate an engagement …
Design Styles that Flatter Curvy Silhouettes
Most clothing stores have a limited idea of what design styles flatter curvy figures. The plus size fashion section can be bland, full of baggy clothes that look like something your mother wore in middle age. But these are far from the only options when it comes to curvy fashion. Curvy women are as varied in shape and size as …
4 Creative Date Ideas
Whether it’s a first date or you’ve been together for years and are trying to get back in the habit of date night, you want to make a good impression. Sure, you could do dinner and a movie again, but sometimes you want to do something more memorable than that. Something neither of you have ever tried before. Coming up …
The Right Bridal Veils to go With Your Dress
So you picked your dress! Now comes a whole litany of new questions–what shoes will you wear? Do you want your hair up or down? What color of lipstick (if any at all)? What flowers do you want for your bouquet? What sort of veil do you want, if you want one? That last question is what we’ll be talking …
3 Things to Pack in Your Bridal Emergency Kit
Once upon a time…it was your special day. The flowers were delivered early, the bridesmaids dressed without incident or bickering, and your dress was a fierce as they come. When suddenly…disaster stuck! You spilled red wine on your crisp white gown and have no stain remover to save the day. The horror! No one can plan for tragedy, but they …
Photo Albums: The Perfect Wedding Gift for Your Parents
The struggle is real. The question of what to get mom, dad, or any other parent in your life can be difficult for many reasons. For one, there is always the issue of cost. You may not be able to spring for a super-decked-out gift. There is also the issue of what is personal enough to give for such a …
5 Worst Cinematic Wedding Dresses
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 …