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Here’s a great way to say “Thanks” to your bridal party for helping to make your day even more special. Give them a Spa Wish Gift Certificates…simply the BEST way to give a spa day!

They can jump online and redeem the gift certificate for “A Shopping Spree” of spa-related merchandise including robes, candles, bath and body products, relaxation fountains, massage tools and much more. Or they can go to any participating day spa (over 1500 locations across the USA) and use the certificate towards services including massages, facials, pedicures, manicures, body wraps… any services provided at the day spa.

Traditional gifts are nice, but for a unique twist, a spa day is something many won’t buy themselves even though they dream of spending time being pampered.

Maybe you’d like to spend they day with your bridesmaids just before the wedding getting pampered. Find a location near you, plan a day and have an all girls day getting facials, manicure and pedicures in preparation for the big day.

And don’t forget Mom and your soon-to-be Mother-in-law! What a great way for the three of you to spend the day getting to know each other and maybe even finding out a few things about your soon-to-be new husband.

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Here’s a great idea for movie buffs.

Base your wedding theme around Hollywood
or your favorite movie. Whether it’s a specific movie or just the glitz and glamour of hollywood, you can really have fun putting this reception together.

Popular movie themes like the Matrix and Lord of the Rings etc. can be a lot of fun for receptions when the bride and groom are movie buffs.
Decorations will be based on what the general movie symbolizes such as; if you chose the Matrix, you would use computer data charts and sheets, computers, dress in all black etc.

You could serve appetizers rather than entrees for this type of theme as well.

Playing the movie during your reception is a cool idea for background scenery.

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You can save a great deal of money by hosting your ceremony outside like in a beautiful park, at the beach, on a hilltop or even in your yard.

Of course, having the ceremony in your backyard is the cheapest. Here are some of the formalities that go with having an outdoor ceremony that can save you money all around.

• The best way is to have the service in your backyard
• Choose an open public forum that does not generally have a great deal of people trying to access it, and get the right permits etc. beforehand
• Opting for an ordained minister rather than a priest etc. is often cheaper. Just be sure to check that whoever you choose can legally perform wedding ceremonies in your area.
• You can forego the chairs and have the guests standing as long as you host a short ceremony. A nice white or themed linen on the ground for guests to stand on is an elegant touch
• When going with outdoor ceremony, people often opt for the portable arch because it is easy to transport and just as elegant
• Of course, you can always host your ceremony at city hall and save your money for the reception. Record the ceremony and host a viewing during the reception

Outdoor ceremonies open the door to many themes that can greatly reduce the cost of your wedding and reception. Hawaiian themes and beach themes can help you save money on formal wear, and decorations etc. because people having an outdoor wedding are often casually or island dressed.

It makes the ceremony more comfortable for the guests too because they are also dressed casually.

Outdoor ceremonies can immediately switch from ceremony to reception which saves some extra money on travel fees too, such as limos etc. The Hawaiian theme will be a great way to have a luau or pig roast reception.

You might want to consider a theme that lets you have a picnic for your reception party or a beach party or bonfire.

All of these tips were designed to help you find deals and discounts. It’s a nice way to share your vows with family and friends without spending a fortune on the ceremony.

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