Planning a wedding on a budget in Napa Valley California

I would like to have a nice formal wedding for about 150 relatives and friends but I'm caught between what I would like and what we can afford. I would like to have a formal yet intimate ceremony and reception in Napa Wine Country or Marin County coastline (aka Pt. Reyes area) but my parents will.... [Read more]

Cost for wedding hair & makeup services

My hair is very long (down to my tush) but thin and very, very straight. I would like to wear my hair down, no veil. What type of hairdo's would look best.

I also never ever wear makeup. I understand that it will look better in picture but how do I know what will look right in terms of color? I.... [Read more]

Obligated to pay for MIL's hair and make-up for the wedding?

My finance's sister is going to be an attendant in the wedding, and I have schedule appointments at a salon for my mother and I to get our hair and make-up done. I was going to schedule an appointment for my future sister-in-law too, but am concerned his mother will get angry if she isn't included.... [Read more]

Hair Stylist & Make-up Artist for bridesmaids - who pays?

I'm thinking of bringing in a hair-stylist and a make-up artist to do my hair and makeup prior to the ceremony, and would love for my bridesmaids to join in on the fun and have the chance to have their hair and make-up done.

Question, though....I don't want to be tacky and not foot the bill for.... [Read more]

Should wedding guests have hair and makeup professionally done?

My fiance is in a wedding this weekend (groomsman), its at 7pm. I have chosen a black dress with ivory poka-dots, ( i know you're probably thinking its hidieous) but its really beautiful. i have black heels and plan on wearing a black velvet choker. But i was wondering (this being my 1st.... [Read more]