Ch. 16 – Getting Around In Style
This column follows the planning of a Syracuse area couple planning their 2010 and the journey from engagement through commitment. They will be updating regularly so please check back often or bookmark us for more of the story! If you are a 2011 bride looking for a writing [...]
Here Writes the Bride 2011
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We are now looking for a 2011 bride who wants to write Here Writes the Bride starting July 1, 2010 and running through your wedding in 2011.
Ch. 8 – Music to My Ears
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An important aspect of the wedding for us was music. I did not want our wedding to consist of people sitting and staring at each other; bored out of their mind. I want people to walk away and say “wow, that was a fun wedding!”
Ch. 7 – The Dress Journey
With the help of my Matron of Honor, we tried spaghetti straps, halter, one strap, and even a knee length gown! For future dress shopping brides, I would highly suggest this!
Ch. 6- Will You Be My Bridesmaid?
I decided I wanted to make something special to ask the girls to be my bridesmaids. I had one idea all set and went to put everything together and just wasn’t feeling it so I went back to Michael’s and scoured the aisles until something hit me.
Ch. 5 – DIY = Doing it yourself
DIY weddings, doing it yourself. Instead of buying EVERYTHING we have decided to tackle a few projects and make them ourselves.
Ch. 4 – Decisions, Decisions – Minus One!
I have never been good at making decisions; I’m quite an indecisive person, and never realized how many decisions I would have to make to plan a wedding!
Ch.3 – Trend Show & A Big Check!
Shortly after inquiring about Justin’s Grill, Heather, the events manager, sent us an email inviting us to a Trend Show in March.
Ch. 2 – Conquering the Where and When
We have the “who” covered, the “what” covered, and the “why” but the “where” and “when” were really difficult for us (ok-me!)
Ch. 1 – Introducing Erika and Justin
First, a little background on me (and the fiancé!) My name is Erika and I am a 23 year old student working on my master’s degree in Buffalo, NY. Justin is my fiancé. He’s 27 years old and is a music teacher.

