One of my favorite things to do before I got married was to read bridal magazines. I am not sure if it was all the pretty brides in there or the helpful tips in there that attracted me but I definitely spent a lot of money and time on them.  Best Deal Magazine is having an offer on Bridal guide magazine, you get 1 year subscription (6 issues) of Bridal Guide Magazine for only $4.69, if you order by May 31st, you can apply another 18% off to your order using this coupon code MONTHEND18.  That is a 1 year subscription for $3.85!!  To order, click here.

Credit – Bridal guide

If you fell in love with a designer gown but later found out the price tag is way out of your budget, you are not alone.  Designer gowns can range from $2K to more than $10K these days.  I found this great article on the NY times With This Dress I Thee Wed, Wed, and Wed.  Gone with the old thinking that brides who buy pre-owned dress has to keep it a secret.  Today in this economy, many brides are watching their budget and buy gently used dresses or bought-but-not-wore dresses.   The article also talked about a few websites where you can find pre-owned gowns such as Encore Bridal, oncewed.com etc.  Check it out maybe you can afford your dream dress afterall.

Credit – Encore Bridal

We found some great little gadgets for your perfect day -

To make sure no make up or deodorant get on your beautiful gown, stock one of these magic rescue sponge in your purse on the big day.  This handy dry sponge wipes away deodorant and makeup stains on your clothes. $10

Sometimes those pretty wedding shoes can pose comfort issues, but tip toes come to rescue.  Try these foot pedals, they will keep you on the dance floor till the night! $7/pack

To make sure you have no dress mishaps, make sure you and your bridesmaid keep these fashion tapes ready.  These double-side tapes have been used by Hollywood for years.  $9/roll

To top it off, get 25% with this promo code luckybreaks12.  Go to Luna Boston.

Credits – Luna Boston

Something old, something new

Something borrowed, something blue

And a silver sixpence in her shoe.

If you are looking for something blue, we are loving this Hanky Panky Bridal Garter and Thongs set.  $60 for the set at Bare Necessities.

Or how about a blue bouquet-

Credits-  bare necessities, the Knot