The Knot’s 2008 predictions
By admin on January 8th, 2008
The Knot are full of ideas for what will be hot and happening for the coming year of weddings. They’ve predicted that brides will be having two looks with quick changes between ceremonies and receptions and grey is the new chocolate brown when it comes to bridesmaid attire.
They’re also pipping white as a hot trend for the main colour theme with green and vintage both rising in the cool stakes. You can read all their predictions here.
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Wedding planning tools are abundant (just look at any wedding magazine) but this one from Muse Weddings is really versatile. Currently in beta testing, it offers brides a clutter free site to jot down all your inspirations, to-do lists, budgets and tasks to help you in the preparations. It is free too!
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