Cherie Johnson

The Collaborative Wedding Budget: Coordinating Multiple Parties with Ease

For husbands-and-brides-to-be with large, extended families, they often find that both sets of parents, and perhaps even grandparents, want to chip in to help defray the soaring cost of today's weddings, which, on average, come in at a whopping $20,000. Many couples, too, are electing to pick up the rest of the slack. Corralling so many people who want to help with the wedding... (posted by Cherie 2 years 23 days ago.)

From Favors to Food: Common Bridesmaid Duties

Let's assume you're here because one of your closest friends just asked you to be in her upcoming wedding. Exciting, right? Sure, the nuptials may be months away, but you still have a few bridesmaid duties you'll be called upon to do. Depending on the bride, she may or may not ask that much of you. On the other hand, she could have a long list of bridesmaids' responsibilities just waiting for you to complete.... (posted by Cherie 2 years 50 days ago.)

Don't Forget the Guys: Groomsmen Gift Ideas

Bridesmaids get showered with fun little gifts to thank them for their participation, so why not the guys? Your groomsmen are your right hand men during all of the festivities, and it's only fair to give them a little something thanking them for their help as well! The gifts for your groomsmen need to be a little more durable though - and useful to boot. There's nothing frilly here, monogramming is certainly... (posted by Cherie 2 years 71 days ago.)

Recession-Chic: Throwing a Fabulous, Yet Frugal Wedding for Next to Nothing

Sometimes, less is truly more. In these hard times, saving a few bucks is a necessity. What's a bride-to-be to do when money is already stretched thin? Recession-chic weddings, the trend of 2010, can be just as classic - but for a whole lot less! Elegance comes in many forms with or without money in hand. Here are a few tips to help you throw a fabulous, yet frugal wedding -- on... (posted by Cherie 2 years 83 days ago.)

Wedding Day Tips: Top Ten Details to Remember

As a professional wedding photographer, I've seen my share of problem weddings that only add to the ever-present wedding stress. Planned improperly from the get-go, no one person is to blame, but the outcome is upsetting for everyone involved. Often, the bride's face looks utterly uncomfortable in all the pictures thanks to mile-high heels, guests are kept waiting for an inordinate amount of time, and... (posted by Cherie 2 years 114 days ago.)

Fall in Love with Festive Fall Wedding Favors

When it comes to picking favors, seasonal products still give you limitless options. And fall wedding favors are no different! There are candle holders, bottle stoppers, bookmarks, champagne flutes, and so many more things that are designed specifically for autumn themed weddings. Fall is the season of rich colors, warm lighting, and cozy, inviting spaces - all the things you want to emulate... (posted by Cherie 2 years 243 days ago.)