Precious Silver Baby Gifts

Silver is a precious metal that will leave a lasting impression on anyone who receives it.

If you need to get a gift for a new addition, consider silver baby gifts as a way to say 'welcome to the world!' The new mom can keep the silver baby gift until baby is old enough to have the gift handed down to them. if you choose some sort of jewelry, mom can wear the jewelry while baby is still too little to wear it.

The Difference Between Shower Favors and Wedding Favors

Choosing bridal shower favors is much different than choosing wedding favors and here's why; the shower favor is more of a way for those who planned the shower to say 'thank you' to the guests.
The wedding favors are from the bride and groom themselves and is not only a way to say 'thank you' but also a memento of their special day.

In fact, in olden times, the wedding favors were suppose to be a symbol of luck, spread to the guests. Read more on the history of Bonbonniere

A wedding favor should not only be something guests will be able to use but also something they will remember the special day with, which is why personalized wedding favors are best.

Colorful Wedding Gowns

Most brides choose white wedding gowns over any other color. White wedding gowns are considered traditional, but it's history is relatively recent. Wearing white on the wedding day actually started as a fashion fad!

Wearing white wedding gowns gained popularity when Queen Victoria of England married Albert in 1840. She wore a white gown to incorporate some lace that she owned. After that many women copied her, and wore white on their wedding day! Some think white is to signify purity, as a bride is to be a virgin, hahaaha, not true!

Now, there are a few brides out there who choose to incorporate some color into their wedding gown. Wedding gowns with a touch of color - normally the gowns are essentially white, in keeping with tradition, with a subtle incorporation of bright colors.

Simply Beautiful!

Gorgeous Mens Wedding Rings

The man's wedding ring is just as important as the woman's these days. There was a time that this wasn't the case! Read: The Evolution of Mens Wedding Rings

Since mens wedding rings are much much more important now, it's pertinent that you help your groom find the highest quality wedding ring and one that fits his personality!

Plain gold bands are a thing of the past. Visit titanium-jewelry.com to see all the different gorgeous designs now available!

Fun Baby Shower Gifts

Baby showers are crucial for a new mom - she will need so much baby gear! Some of the most important things all new moms will need for baby are actually kind of boring.

Get creative when trying to decide on baby shower gifts. Instead of just handing the mom to be a pack of diapers and wipes or baby shampoo, give it to her in a cute baby cake!





The baby shower cake shown in this post comes with:

• 100% Cotton Gown
• Hat
• Hooded Terry Towel
• Receiving Blanket
• Booties
• Bib
• Terry Toy
• 4 Diapers
• J&J Lotion
• Shampoo
• Powder
• Soap
• A Dash of Love

You can get this and more at TheShowerFoundry.com

Personalized Baby Shower Lip Balm Favors

When it comes to baby shower favors cute is fin but cute and practical is best!

Think of the last time you attended a bay shower. Did you use the shower favor or did you wind up leaving it on the table? if you're planning a baby shower, keep this in mind and find favors that you think your guests will be able to use.

Lip balm is a great practical shower favor. make it cute by jazzing it up and having it personalized!

A Gift for Baby

Not everyone gets married before they have children. If this is the case for a bridal shower you attend, it's a nice idea to bring a gift along, not only for the bride to be but also for her baby.

Now, the decision is yours. This may be difficult if the bride and groom have children from previous relationships, so certainly think this one through. However, if you choose to go this route and you like the idea you can get meaningful baby gifts at a reasonable prices online.

This is not any sort of etiquette set in stone, just a suggestion!

Bridal Shows and Trade Shows

When planning a wedding, don't forget to not only hit up the local bridal shows but also the trade shows in your area. You'll find that many crafty people have set up shop at these types of fairs. I have seen some awesome trade show displays in Southern California that had a few reputable wedding planners there.

This is a great way to get some unique ideas - take your fiance with you and make a day of it!

Just What is a Wedding Favor?

If you have ever been a guest at a wedding, you more than likely left with some kind of wedding gift or keepsake which you received at the wedding reception table. This is known as a wedding favor.

There are many types of wedding favor ideas out there, which can include everything from toasting glasses to special personalized keepsakes with the couple's name etched on it. Choosing the perfect wedding favors is a very important part of planning a wedding.

Long, long ago, things like weddings were considered lucky. The thought was that if the bride and groom would pass out gifts to the guests, it would somehow include them in the luck as well.

More on the history of wedding favors

Do I Need to Have a Bridal Party?

This question is not a new one. Many brides to be who want a small, intimate gathering at their wedding also want the same for a wedding party.

The answer is No. Don't feel obligated to have a large party or a party at all. However, some states require that a witness sign the marriage certificate. So, at the very least, you should have a best man and a maid-of-honor.

Baby Bassinets

Baby showers are so exciting! Many times the 'big' gift comes from either close family members or from those who host the shower. One of the most used and most loved gifts is a bassinet for the new arrival.

Lulla Smith is a highly recommended designer, specializing in exquisite couture baby linens made of the most luxurious cottons and sumptuous silks you can find.