Let's party… Choosing the perfect reception location
Santa Cruz County offers something for everyone when it comes to choosing a location for your wedding reception.

For bridal attire the theme is the thing
If you're planning a wedding this year, choosing your attire is probably the first thing on your to do list. Every bride wants her gown and her attendants' dresses to reflect her personality and style, and with elaborate theme weddings a hot trend this year, you're probably looking for a few great ideas.

Do It Yourself! Create a Beautiful Wedding With Party Rentals
If you're planning a wedding reception at a location that's a blank slate, like a private home, you can create a beautiful, romantic or fun atmosphere with the help of party rental companies.

Alternatives abound to the tired but true wedding march
It takes just those first few notes _ ta, dum, dee, dum _ to announce the bride's arrival at many weddings. That's why we love it.

We request the pleasure of your company
Create the Perfect Invitation for Your Special Day By Andrea Gifford When you begin planning your wedding, the invitations are usually second on your to-do list only to choosing the perfect date and location.

The Surprise Bridal Shower
Turn an ordinary bridal shower into a memorable occasion by surprising the bride with a party thrown by friends and family. The responsibility of arranging the bridal shower traditionally falls to the maid of honor but that doesn't mean she has to do it all. Photo by Rebecca Stark

Most Embarrassing Moments
Almost all weddings contain an embarrassing moment or two. The most common include either the bride or groom forgetting their vows, problems with the bridal gown, a member of the wedding party being late or someone getting tipsy at the reception.

Floral Know-How
Whether you carry a single calla lily or a bouquet of white roses, the flowers you choose for your wedding should serve as a symbol of your love. They should be beautiful and dramatic. Before choosing a florist, do some homework and learn the lingo. Photo by Rebecca Stark

The groom’s guide to
planning the perfect day
When you think of wedding planning, the groom isn't always the first person to pop into your head. Sure, he'll be there when the bride walks down the aisle.

Plan a destination wedding:
in your own town
Many brides and grooms dream of planning a destination wedding in an exotic locale, but for most couples this dream is simply not possible. Luckily, with a little imagination you can still have the resort wedding of your dreams.