Planning Your Dream Wedding

if you're a hands-on bride (like i was, a few years ago), these websites will surely help you plan that dream wedding even minus those very expensive wedding planners.  all you have to do is go to these sites, which i highly recommend, and read read read:

bridal book
sign up and you can have your very own bridal book.  this bridal book can store all your wedding plans and details.  a wedding is full of details (promise!), so a bridal book will be very handy especially if yours is 100% DIY.  this site also has a very comprehensive list of wedding suppliers.  what i like the most is their forums page.  it hooks you up with fellow brides who can help you in planning your dream wedding.  also, if you want your very own wedding featured, with matching love story and pictures, you can send them an article of your wedding.  what a nice way to show the world your lovely wedding!

the knot
what i loved the most from this site is their extensive pictures and ideas on hairstyles, gown designs, entourage gowns, cakes, venue decors and so much more!  there are tons, you'd go gaga just by browsing.

wedding announcer
get your very own free wedding website -- wedsite, as i used to call them.  it is so user-friendly and customizable.  it is feature-packed as well.  your guests can rsvp online or read up on your love story.  you can post as many pictures as you like, even videos are allowed.  the only limitation to this wedsite is your imagination.  *wink*

weddingsatwork
w@w is quite similar to bridal book.  this site was started many years ago.  this explains why you can get more information here about philippine weddings than any other websites out there.  you should never miss their directory listing which lists tons and tons of suppliers.  if you're a bride-to-be looking for something unique or a new supplier, you can easily post an ad on their classified ads section.  what you shouldn't miss is their annual christmas party and wedding expo.  there are lots of freebies to be had on both events.  promise!

weddingsatwork yahoogroup
if the information you get from the bridal book forum isn't enough, why not apply for membership at the w@w yahoogroup?  i promise, you'll get lots of information from fellow brides in this group.  you'd be surprised!

kasal
what i found most useful from this website is their missalette page.  you can either use their basic missalette which already has pre-selected readings or customize your own by choosing prayers from their listings.  then save it on your computer for future editing or printing. 

i hope you find all the abovementioned sites very useful.  i'd also love to hear how these sites helped you in planning your dream wedding.

some tips before i end:
1.  set a budget.  if you think your present savings isn't enough, don't rush your wedding.  give it ample time so you have more time to save.  in most likelihood, it'll be the only wedding you'll ever have in your lifetime, so better make it the most beautiful and meaningful your money can permit.  also, STICK TO YOUR BUDGET.  you wouldn't want to have a very bongga wedding only to be debt-ridden on your very first day of married life.  don't do it for the show.
2.  get feedbacks and meet suppliers before getting their services.  and watch out for fly by night operators.
3.  attend as many wedding fairs and expos as you can.  it is here where you'll find, and meet, all the suppliers you'll ever need.  these are also good venues for meet-ups with fellow brides/grooms.
4.  create a guestlist.  stick to this so you won't overspend on food and invites.  categorize them if you must.
5.  if yours is purely a DIY wedding, buy a planner or organizer where you can plot all your wedding plans.  get the help of your sister, cousin, or bestfriend.  you'll need their help especially on your wedding day.

goodluck!