cincychic.com Feb. 23, 2009 - The Budgeting Bride

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The Budgeting Bride
Planning a fairytale wedding on a real-world balance sheet

With the average cost of a wedding nearly $30,000, most new couples go into debt just footing the bill for their "special day."

But what's so special about that?

Cincy Chic developed this bride's guide to saving thousands on the 10 most important aspect of your wedding. From invitations to flowers, local experts weigh in with tips for planning a wedding within your means.

DEPARTMENTS

Fabulous-Furs' Trends Keep Winter Brides Looking Hot
Want to warm up your winter wonderland wedding? New faux fur trends will keep you looking elegant and feeling cozy on your big day. Read More >>

Painting the Wedding Green
Local retailers are making it easier for brides to walk down the aisle at an eco-chic wedding without leaving a huge carbon footprint. Read More >>

Here Comes the Buff Bride
Engage in bride-inspired training sessions to ensure that the only things bulging when you don that dream dress are your biceps. Read More >>

Marriage Mobsters
The mafia wants to "cosa nostra" your nuptials. Don't worry, it's the Wedding Mafia and their connections will help you find the best in the bridal biz. Read More >>

Pampering Your Posse
Whether it's a couple hours, days or months before you say "I do," there are many ways you and your bridal party can bond and beautify before the big day. Read More >>

Chic Spotlight: Cindy Berre, Destination Wedding Guru
From Tuscany to Tahiti, this destination travel expert helps weddings take flight and have a smooth landing. Read on for her tricks of the honeymoon trip trade. Read More >>

wine me, dine me: The Pub at Rookwood Mews
Take a break from wedding formalities with the laid back atmosphere at The Pub. Find out which drinks and dishes top our foodie's list. Read More >>

Media Maven: "Inkheart" Movie Review
"Inkheart" is an adventure fantasy movie about the magic to be found in reading books, starring Brendan Fraser. See if it magically wooed our movie critic. Read More >>

TASTEful Recipe: Pear Honey Cake
After enjoying your wedding cake, and before you draft the first "honey-do" list, whip up this Pear Honey Cake to sweeten the deal. Read More >>

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