Brides Knowledge Base
Brides !!!!? Why Brides Wear White A fresh-faced lad on the eve of his wedding night goes to his mother with the following question. "Mom, why are wedding dresses white?" The mother looks at her son and replies, "Son, this shows the town that your bride is pure." The son thanks his mom and goes off to double-check this with his father. "Dad why are wedding dresses white?" The father looks at his son in surprise and says, "Son, all household appliances come in white."
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What percentage of brides who wear white wedding dresses are actually virgins? I think about 10% of brides who wear white wedding dresses are actually virgins. I have a feeling my estimate may be a bit high. @Joshua, I understand that if you're thinking of every wedding in the world. I'm talking about weddings where it's traditional for the bride to wear a white wedding dress to symbolize purity and virginity.
What is the best eyeliner color for brides? I am getting married and want my makeup to be flattering but not too overdone. I heard that black eyeliner is the way to go for brides, but I have dark blonde hair, hazel eyes, and pretty fair skin, and I feel like black eyeliner is usually too much for me. Is it a "must" on the wedding day though? Thanks!
How many brides managed to lose the weight? Brides who managed to lose the weight you wanted for your wedding, how did you achieve your goal? How did you stay motivated? Was there a specific diet that worked for you? Was there a specific exercise routine?
How do you become a bridesmaid of the band Black Veil Brides? I've seen on shirts and on the Black Veil Brides myspace people saying they are Bridesmaids, or Ushers. If you are a Bridesmaid (or Usher) are you kind of like, the Black Veil Brides street team? I'd like to become a Bridesmaid, so please help!
What else can you use a brides maid dress for? Within the next year, I am going to be in at least 3 weddings. I know that I will be spending a lot of money on the dresses, which I don't have a problem with. I am excited to be able to support my friends. But, I can't help but wonder, when else would you use a brides maid dress? What other occasions in life would warrant such attire? Have you ever worn your brides maid dress again since the wedding?
What does an 18 year old brides maid wear to rehearsal dinner? I am 18 years old and I am flying out for my step sister's wedding. We are not like super close but we are friendly ans she made me a brides maid, and I have always admired her. What do I wear for a rehearsal dinner? Actually I really don't know what to wear for any of it.....
What are good gift ideas for the Brides Parents and Grooms Parents? The brides parents are still married, although the grooms parents are divorced so do we get the step dad something also (the father never remarried only the mother did). Also when do you give them their gifts? The only one that likes something is the grooms father which likes fishing as for the others they dont like anything like this, they just go with the flow usually.
What do you think of brides with tattoos? I want to get my tattoo on my upper back or shoulder area, and it would for sure be visible when I eventually get married. I've gotten some comments about it like "brides with tattoos look trashy" or "you'll look perfect, except for your tattoo". I think brides with tattoos are beautiful and offbeat. What are your opinions?
What do you think about the tradition of the brides family paying for the wedding? I'm engaged but my partner and I will be the ones paying, my parents would never to be able to afford it and I feel it's unfair on them considering weddings apparently average at £20,000 ...yikes! Did you stick to this tradition? If so did the brides family just presume they would be the ones paying? Did you feel restricted because you had to stick to their budget? Also, whether you stuck to this tradition or not, what was the final cost of your wedding? I've been gobsmacked at some of the quotes i've been given so far, particularly catering.
What is your best advice for other brides planning a wedding? Whether you are in the midst of wedding planning now, or were happily wedded years ago, what tips, ideas or advice can you share with other brides? What do you wish you had done differently, or what are you glad you did? What unique, personal touches did you include in your own wedding? Do you have any cool ideas on: party favors, wedding party gifts, bridesmaids attire, invitations/programs, child attendants, showers/bachelor(ette) parties, the ceremony/vows/etc, wedding cake, photography/videography, the honeymoon? (These are just 'prompts' to spark your memory - you don't have to answer them all!!) I am finishing my wedding planner/workbook and would like to include tips from real-life brides. Your input and ideas would be a huge help!!
What do religious people think of mail order brides? I watched a Dawn Porter documentary on BBC3 the other night about Russian mail order brides - it was revealing as well as funny. (Apparently they have these women who coach them how to make their future husbands happy - apparently kissing his bum (literally) will make him love you forever.... O_O ) But I was wondering what religious people think of mail order brides? Is that kind of marriage holy in the sight of God? Is it better or worse than a homosexual couple marrying or a heterosexual couple cohabiting?
What do you think about mail order brides? Have you got an opinion on mail order brides? Do you think it can be a useful way to find love or just a scam? Is there a possibility of a successful marriage with a person from a different cultural background?
Any brides walking down the aisle pregnant? Ladies, I know your big day is nearing; but you're probably having some compromises or complications in the wedding planning, since you're possibly or already pregnant. I know a lot of brides may already be walking down the aisle, at around 2-5 months pregnant and they don't look too bad despite the probable baby bulge. But if you found out that you're already pregnant, does it derail your wedding plans?
What prizes do brides get at bridal shows? I got engaged last month and I heard about bridal shows and contests. I want to know about the benefits of attending these types of contests. What kind of prizes do brides get for attending these shows?
Where to find stylish brides from NYC to free photo session? We are looking for stylish couples for a free after wedding or engagement sessions on May 2nd-8th in NYC. We are from Europe and we’ll visit NYC only one week on May 2011 and we want expand our portfolio. But where to find stylish brides in NYC?
How much to charge brides for makeup? I'm a freelance makeup artist and just starting off. I will be going to school for it in a month. I wanted to know how much should I charge for brides? I want my price to include product usage, consultation fee and transportation fee. Are there any other fees I should include. Thanks for the help!
Why are brides afraid to step outside the box? I see so many brides who seem to think they have to follow all this little rules with their weddings. Like your colors have to match the season your wedding will be in. When I come on here and ask questions or answer them a lot of brides give you thumbs down or ridicule your answer if it isn't traditional or in the "norm"? Why is that?
Culturally speaking how often do the brides and grooms do this at black weddings? I don't want to generalize or assume this happens a lot so that's why I'm asking okay? Anyway how often do the brides and grooms give their wedding vows through rap songs to a "phat beat"? My friend Lashonda Washington is gonna get married and she wanted me to tell her my opinion on the rap wedding vows she's gonna give to her future husband this weekend.
Is it common for brides to go without a veil for her wedding gown? It's modern times now and a lot of women when they do take the plunge and/or walk down that aisle, is it OK for them to be in a white wedding gown and not wear a veil at all? In the old days it would be common for the bride to wear a veil, but I'm seeing fewer brides wearing it nowadays.
What is the average age of first-time brides and grooms? I am taking a speech class in college and for my 2nd speech, I am speaking on the steps to planning a wedding. For my introduction I wanted to find the average age of first-time brides and grooms, so that I can relate my speech to the other kids in the class.
How early should I arrive to see a Black Veil Brides gig? Im seeing Black Veil Brides tomorrow (standing) and Im not sure how early to go. I really want to get to the front or pretty close. Im just worried that when i get there, there will be tonnes of people already in line. It starts at 7pm. Any ideas on what time i should get there for? Thanks :)
Is it a good idea to ask our grooms men/brides maids? To take dance lessons with us? We are planning to take swing lessons for our wedding reception. 3 of our brides maids/ grooms men are couples. We thought since this is the case that we could ask them to take lessons with us, & perhaps the couples could have a dance together at the reception. Is this too much? What is your in-put?
What's a more modern song for brides to walk down the aisle to instead of the wedding march? I'm not a "traditional" bride by any means and I do not want to walk down the aisle to the wedding march like millions of other females have. I need some ideas for other songs that are popular for brides these days because I have no idea where to even start looking. I was thinking of maybe a symphony or a concerto but I need some help as to what websites to go to, names of songs to download, etc. And really I'm flexible on the classical stuff too so all ideas are welcome. Thanks a lot and I can't wait to listen to your suggestions!
Things brides do that are crazy regarding the reception? I'm writing something and I need some things that brides do that are over the top regarding the reception, planning it or during the event. I'm assuming having the cake perfect would be something they are hardcore about right? What else?
Where can I find free Black Veil Brides sheet music? I've been trying to find the piano music for Saviour, Knives and Pens, Carolyn, Perfect Weapon, and a ton of others, but there seem to be no websites from which I can download them. Does anyone know where I can get sheet music with the actual notes for Black Veil Brides songs? I already tried ultimate-guitar. It wasn't helpful.
Where would I obtain lists of LOCAL Brides to be? I've looked on the internet and found National lists but I am a makeup artist and looking to find LOCAL Brides to be only. Where can I get this information? Thanks Why? As I stated I am a makeup artist and would like to extend my services to prospective Brides.
What is the age limit for Black Veil Brides concert in Glasgow, UK? My friends and i were wanting to get tickets for Black Veil Brides concert in Glasgow on the 11th of June this year but weren't sure what the age restrictions were for this particular concert, so we didn't no if it was worth it to buy the tickets. What are the age restrictions for this concert? Also, what are age restrictions for VIP tickets?
Newly engaged brides to be, what is your opinion? I just started a wedding planning business and I would like to know from your perspective what do brides need the most help with when planning a wedding? Would you hire a wedding planner? If so, what is a fair price that you would pay and what city do you live in?
How do I do Black Veil Brides makeup subtle enough to wear every day? I love Black Veil Brides, but I tried going out in BVB Army makeup one day, and my mom flipped out on me. I'm allowed to wear it around the house, but it has to be more subtle when I go somewhere. I want something I would be able to wear to school. Any ideas? I'm not allowed to wear dark lipstick, but I wear black eye makeup everyday.
Question about the brides on the tv show My Big Fat Gypsy Wedding? So I'm watching the show and I've noticed that the brides to be drop out of school to stay home and take care of the younger siblings. My question is where is the parents? Where is the mother? Is she working? Why isn't she taking care of her own children? Why must there older daughters drop out of school? I see this os common but why?
I need pics of brides that have designs on their forehead? Hi, I have been looking for pics of brides that forehead designs. I DONT want pics where the designs are stuck on like stickers. I am actually looking for designs that were manually done by artists on the forehead. Does any one know any websites that have these kind of pics?
taking many pictures of brides wearing wedding dress in many places in China is a fad? I've seen many brides and bridegrooms posing for pictures in many places in China. a little bit embarrased, because I've never seen these people in other countries. very unque only in China. many people in many contries like to take photos of brides and bridegrooms but they do inside the church, or their party. they donot do in public places, like chinese do in china.
Where can I get brides maid dresses on a short notice? Alrighty so two of my brides maids will be 9 and 7 months pregnant on my wedding date which is THIS September. Is it still possible to get a place to make the dresses or does anyone else have another idea for what they can wear? We are having a low cost quick wedding. Should I just shop off the racks? Thanks!
how do i get black veil brides to come to chicago? ok so they just came to chicago a month ago i think, so like, in a few months i want them to come again cuz i didnt get to see them last time. how do i get them to come again?? also how much are black veil brides concerts? is it worth going? can you actually hear the band ok?
What is the deal with black veil brides? Black veil brides is great and their lyrics are actually meaningful, unlike some metal bands who only sing about killing and violence. Yet so many people seem to hate them. Whats wrong with people!!!!!????
Have you ever known anyone as bad as one of those brides on "Bridezillas"? I have worked with several brides, many of whom were high-strung and even ridiculous, but WOW- I have never seen anything like those crazy brides. They aren't all that bad, some are just annoying. But those who are- like those in the current previews- are UN-BELIEVABLE!! Know anyone actually that bad? Are they always such freaks, or did the wedding planning actually set the psycho switch?
Many people claim how mail order brides have an agenda and will divorce? 1 or 2 years in the marriage. But what is the reality like ? If you marry in the us chances are often better than even that she will divorce you and take you to the cleaners, what are the divorce rates of marriages to mail order brides ? Rebecca, at 50% divorce rate, the same goes for marriage to local in most countries. Seline the divorce rate in the us is not 33%
What is the meaning of Children Surrender by Black Veil Brides? I love Black Veil Brides and im doing a biography on them for my Language Arts class. If you were doing a musician then you had to include what one of their songs means and i cant find the meaning of it! Please Help!! I already did Knives and Pens and The Morticians Daughter lol. I just wanted to do this song because my teacher has already herd Both of those songs already!
What happened to Sandra of Black Veil Brides? I found this out a week late but I saw that Sandra isn't in Black Veil brides anymore. All I know is that it was her decision to leave and that they already have a new drummer. But I don't know what happened exactly. I tried looking at the blog post that they had on their myspace but it's not there anymore. Can someone tell me what happened exactly?
Why are Philippines women the largest cultural group of mail order brides for American society? I was doing research on mail order brides and found that even in other countries from the Philippines are Philippines mail order brides. In Hong Kong, Malaysia, Indonesia and Singapore. They all claimed to be Philippians. These ads out number Russians and Latina by the 1000's. Why are Philippines women the largest cultural group of mail order brides for American society? In order words, why is the Philippines women so hard up for American men?
wedding blogs for brides getting married in Mexico? are there any wedding blog website for brides getting married in Mexico or abroad? ... i want to talk to brides planning there weddings away and how its working for them - or who had a destination wedding and how it went? - Im hoping to have my wedding in Mexico next year but want to have more info from other people about it first!
How do I go about getting a listing of brides to be? I was just thinking of ideas to promote my business. I am a dealer for carlson craft wedding invitations and accessories. I figured if I can get a list of brides to be with their contacts that might work. Thanks for your help in advance. farikacrayton@customizeyourevents.com www.customizeyourevents.com
What is it with brides and baby etiquette? I have a question here concerning baby etiquette at weddings. Emily Post etiquette states that nursing infants are to be automatically invited wherever the mother is. Do brides who choose to have adults only weddings not know this or do they just disregard it? As a side note, I haven't run into the kids/no kids at weddings problem yet, and I have no problem with adults only weddings, but I just wanted to know.
How early before the wedding do most brides have their shower? How early before the wedding do most brides have their shower? How soon should shower invitations be sent out? And how early before the wedding should you post your engagement picture in the paper? Not wedding invitations, I've got that... bridal shower invitations. How early before the shower are those sent out??
When being invited to a wedding, would it be ok to match the dress to the brides themed colour? Shes having the bridesmaid in pink (brides flowers also pink) and groom in a delicate beige. However, even thou i have no role and just as present as a guest. When coming to buy an dress for the occasion, should i follow the theme, or dress a different colour. If so, please recommend me a link for a nice dress, thats ideal for mid - 20 blonde blue eyed. Skinny size 8 and top heavy. Any links would be appreciated.
How do brides and bridesmaids take their hair out after the wedding? I'm gonna be a bridesmaid in my cousins wedding and I have my hairstyle planned out already. It'll be a curly half-up half-down style with a bunch of those cute curls in the back :) My question is, at the end when everything's over, how the HELL do we take our hair out and does it hurt?
What percentage of brides sleep with another guy on their wedding day? This question has been making its rounds at my work with wildly varying results. We mean after the wedding itself, when she is freshly married...how many of them will sleep with someone else on that day....For the sake of sociology, please include whether you're a male or female. Thanks.
Do brides in planning honestly think that adults lose all brain function when they become guests? For example, a bride panicking to the point of believing her wedding will be ruined because she doesn't believe that guests will be able to figure out on their own how her signature matte guestbook works unless she has a poem or other instructions to go with it. Or telling guests how to use bathroom baskets. Or any number of things. People are required to know much more complicated things that than in everyday life so why shouldn't they get more credit for their intelligence instead of treating them like special needs kids?
What do second time brides wear when getting married in a regisry office? I would still like a dress something simple maybe a halterneck long dress but what colours i dont want to look slutty by going for red, but i cant wear white or ivory again. I am not keen on a suit. Its my fiancee first wedding/marriage and has always pictured his bride in a dress of some sort HELP Oh I am a UK 16 and 5"2 I will have 4 children under 7
Can anyone recommend a Wedding Reading about welcoming a groom to the Brides Family!? Hello... I am getting married to my WONDERFUL Boyfriend soon and am looking for a reading that someone in my family can read that talks about family, marriage creating a new family member and then welcoming the groom to the brides family. It cannot be religious as we are having a civil ceremony and neither of us are religious anyway. Also i dont want anything too long as I may ask my brother to do the reading and he may be nerous! Help!!! Thanks
Russians: What do you personally think of the phenomenon of "Russian mail-order brides"? Do you think it's morally reprehensible, and almost like prostitution? Or are you okay with it? And do you think the idea of "Russian mail-order brides" makes your country look bad? I always thought Russian women preferred to marry decent Russian men, so is it true that those who do go through the 'mail-order' process are doing it just for the US visa? I was just curious about Russians' opinions about this :-)
How much are you spending on brides maids gifts? I am just wondering what an average amount to spend on them is? I don't want to go over the top; but at the same time I don't want to cheat them either. Also are you giving gifts to your mother and fathers?
What country has the best mail order brides? I am going to order one and just want to know which one has the best quality women.. I have heard that many of the Russian ones can be quite difficult, and the Asian ones are more docile and make better wives. Does anyone know anything about the Latin ones. Also, is there any sites that you know of where desperate foreign women will agree to have NSA sexual relationships with you in exchange for sponsoring them for a visa without all the emotional stuff thrown in?
What are the pros and cons of mail order brides? Is there really a black and white answer to this topic? Or is it the purest form of relationship, where both partners clearly define what they want from it? Further, do you think people can learn to love someone? For the men: What are some of your motives for marrying a mail order brides? Is there anything wrong with women in America? Female: Would you ever consider a mail order groom?
Is there an alternative to the traditional removal of the brides garter belt? My husband to be isn't comfortable with the whole removal of the garter belt scene. Is there an alternative? If we don't do the removal of the garter belt, should the bouquet toss be eliminated too? We are both on the conservative side and it is a second marriage for both of us. I don't really want to do the garter belt thing either. Thanks!
What is the etiquette for bridesmaids to give gifts to the brides? I'm a bridesmaid in 3 weddings this year, and have several other good friends getting married whose weddings I'm either attending or missing. When faced with all the bridal showers, bachlorette parties, wedding registries, etc. I have no idea if it is expected for me to get each bride / couple something or not for those whose wedding I'm in and whose wedding I'm not in. As a student, this can get expensive and obviously being a bridesmaid 3 times is a big financial commitment as it is. What is the proper etiquette here?
Why do some Brides cry if rain on Wedding's Day? I am curious that many people when getting marry about at the weather on Wedding's Day. I am curious why do brides get upset if rain on their Wedding's Day what was reason. It was stupid thing matter if rains you can take picture inside the restaurant or if at outside with umbella that not big problem!
Any brides out here who had their mom walk them down the aisle? I'm planning on having my mom "give me away", but I have a question. When the moms go up to light the taper candles for the unity candle, should I have my brother (a groomsman) escort my mom "back" down the aisle, or just have mom sneak out through the side to get back to me? Katie: every wedding I've been to has the moms lighting the tapers before the bridesmaids and stuff go down the aisle, but that's a really good idea! I might talk to the pastor performing the ceremony and see if the moms can light the tapers once the ceremony starts!
What do you women think about foreign brides? Do you think it is a slap in the face that a growing number of men would rather get married to a foreign woman instead of getting a feminized US woman? Why do you think this is a growing demand?
Is the brides children alllowed to be in the wedding party? Do you all find it odd that my children will be in the wedding party. My 17 year old daughter is my matron of honor (yes she is married) and my 14 year old son will be giving me away (my family is in Georgia and my father passed on 22 years ago). We wanted to include them in the wedding and this seems to be the best way. What do you think?
Where can I find potential Brides for my Wedding Consultant Business? I am an Independent Wedding Consultant looking for Couples that need help planning there weddings. You can visit our website at www.shaydzofluv.com. We do video production, Tax preparation, wedding planning & supplies, Mary Kay Consultant, & much more. If interested in anything please email me off of my website and if you visit it please sign the guestbook. Thank you.
How do brides, civil war reenacting women, etc use the bathroom? I regret the perhaps indelicate nature of the question - however I would like to find out. Suppose a bride is wearing a large dress that fastens in the back with so many buttons. How does she use the bathroom? Is there any solution other than getting completely undressed then redresesd?
What are all you brides doing for ceremony music?? I am a soon to be bride for a October 19th wedding, planning a lot of it myself. Although, I wasn't too sure about music so I hired a violinist for $200 (which I considered reasonable) to play a bit before the wedding and during the ceremony. What do you all think of this, and what are you doing for music?
How much do mail order Brides cost and? Is there a returns policy like ebay Do they have feedback that I can check. Dr. Congo... Now that is not very friendly is it? Where is your sense of humour?
What do you do when the almost step-daughter "crys her way into being a brides maid"? I have 8 days till the wedding and she came to me crying.. Timmed it just right so that her father would be walking in the door from work just about the time we really got into the converstation. We are only having about 30 guests, and it's in Reno, NV on a Monday.. I'm not so upset that she wanted to be in the wedding as I am at the way she went about it. With her father walking in the door, seeing her all water works up and running and me sitting there wondering what the heck to do. Dad just shrugged his shoulders and made his way to the kitchen. What was I to do.. I told her to go buy a dress and she could be the 3rd brides maid.. Now,, I have to find another guy to be in the wedding or she will be walking by herself,, oh and don't forget, we leave THIS SUNDAY and the wedding is the following day..
Why do brides and grooms feel entitled to choose all of their gifts on gift registries? I am a woman who is invited, with my husband, to a lot of weddings for family, friends, neighbors, children of husband's old college roommates, etc. I normally object to using wedding registries. I make an exception where the couple has registered for china or silverware (a register makes sense in that case), or is older and has almost everything they could want. I feel that the giver, not the recipient, chooses the gift. I have been avidly reading on Yahoo Answers the opinions of brides and grooms, most of whom seem to very much feel entitled to choose all of their own wedding gifts. One wedding registry answer advised other brides and grooms to choose very luxurious and expensive items for their registries on the theory that young couples cannot afford things like very expensive towels. My question is, most of these couples seem to be having "fairy tale" (read very expensive) weddings. Wouldn't it make sense to have a less expensive wedding and save some money for towels?
What do brides really want for a gift at their bridal shower? I need to find a gift for my friend. Her bridal shower is coming up. I would like to find a gift that is just for her. She does not want any lingerie or sketchy gifts, because her mom and mother-in-law will be there. She likes has trendy, expensive tastes. Unfortunately, I can only afford a gift that is maximum $50. Please help!
What color are older brides wearing these days? I'm 50, and am getting married for the second time. I have no need to have the traditional big "to do". We both just want to marry each other without all the big deal. I do, however, want to look feminine. I'd prefer not to wear white, ivory, or champagne. He's wearing a nice grey suit and his best man will be in black. Anything wrong with going with a nice color? My wedding will be in July. Thanks for your suggestions.
Does the brides family still pay for the wedding ceremony and the grooms family pay for the reception? I need to know who pays what? Does the bride and groom pay for everything or is it still the brides mother and father pay for the ceremony and the grooms parents pay for the reception? Im getting married May 2007 and Im only going to have about 15 of my friends and family there. The other 100 guest will be his friends and family so I think his parents should pay for the reception to feed all those folks, its their family.
I have a question about the Brides wedding ring and engagment ring placement during the ceremony....? I have seen a woman keep her engagement ring on and have the wedding band put on top of the engagement ring for the ceremony. But the wedding band is supposed to sit under the engagement ring, right? What would you do switch it after? Or my friend told me, she wore her engagement ring on her right hand, leaving her left hand bare. Than after the ceremony ended, she switched the engagement ring on top of the wedding band. What is the traditional way to do this? Thanks!
Would brides be interested in having a maid for the day? I am thinking about opening a business that caters to brides on their wedding day. This would go beyond the basic planner. In this role, I would be a bride's maid for the day, right down to a uniform. I would help her dress, do her makeup and nails, and keep pesky relatives away. During the reception, I would fetch drinks and appetizers, help her in the bathroom and rub her feet if they get tired. Does this sound like a service people would be interested in? Are there other things I should include to make this more appealing?
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