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Should Carrie Marry Big...And other Monday Bridezilla Bites
Sangria. Citronelle candles. Spanx. Tis the season of summer weddings, and the always-brilliant She Finds has a fab round-up of fashionable wedding wear. What we love most about She Finds is their dedication to figure-friendly attire, so click here to see the swoon-worthy Betsey Johnson perfect for balmy summer evenings.
Mother's Day has come and gone, but it is still worth reading this beautiful tribute written by a daughter going through wedding planning without her deceased mother. This Modern Love article really makes you realize how much of a mother-daughter bonding experience wedding planning is, and might make you a little more patient the next time your Momzilla utters the unfailingly annoying "Are you sure...."
Brides.com's Wedding Bits has 3 Burning Questions regarding the upcoming Sex and the City movie. Take the poll here:
For the record, Bridezilla believes the film would be strongest if Carrie stayed single, and we certainly don't think she should get back together with that passive-aggressive chicken-wing-eater carpenter who replaced her the second she said "I don't." Help us sway the tide, Bridezillas! Ahem. We mean, of course you are welcome to your own unbiased opinion.
Six Wedding Vows to Make to Yourself
Due to our overwhelming response to the post "Domestic Policy: Are Dreams the New Dowry," Bridezilla presents this follow-up article called "Wedding Vows to Make to Yourself." The theory here is that while many women may have a hard time stomaching the thought of expressing their deepest dreams and thoughts with decisive firmness to their spouse, most brides do understand the intense, sacred nature of vows and how once you say them, they must be upheld. On that note, before you go down the aisle and pledge love and loyalty to your partner, make these vows to yourself first! We promise you will be a happier, healthier bride until death do you part!
6 Vow to make a list of your Three Inalienables.
Can't stomach the thought of moving to Albuquerque? Loathe cats? Don't want kids,ever? Make a list of the three most important things to you in a marriage, and vow never to have them be part of your life. Keep the list handy for when a big post-marriage decision comes up and you need a good ole' "sense of self" check. It's true that marriage is about picking your battles, and by protecting the things that are most important to you, you will feel like you are still in control of you life-with the added bonus of a loving mate!
5 Vow to get comfortable with ultimatums.
Ultimatums are very underrated! Guys use them all the time. (Enter the typical "romantic" scenario in which the wounded bachelor leaves saying "I love you, but this is who I am." or demands "I have to be with you. Leave the job behind and move to Brooklyn with me." When you think about it, much romantic language is basically just ultimatums, so don't think of them as the deathknell of your relationship. If something your partner is asking you to do breaks one of your personal codes of is really going to rock your world in a negative way, say no! Do not just "get over it." Men are happier in marriages because they don't have the whole guilt complex of having to make the other person happy. They understand that by making themselves happy, they are better partners. Women need to realize this as well!
4 Vow to hold yourself accountable to your dreams.
Don't let those grad schools dreams taper off into a GED just because you got married! That is such a cliche. With two incomes and increased emotional support, you should be more equipped to accomplish your life goals than ever. Talk about the big dreams you have for your life, openly and often, so that others will hold you accountable to achieving them. Make a "DreamMap" and mount it on your wall. Talk to your bridesmaids at the wedding and have them solemnly swear to pester you monthly about that vineyard you wanted to buy or that bicycle tour of France you wanted to train for. Whatever you have to do to make sure you are personally fulfilled (and incidentally a great wife!).
3 Vow to have girlfriends.
We all know those sad souls whose "social life" consists of their husband's business colleagues and their couple friends. This does not an egalitarian marriage make! Girlfriends keep you in line, let you know when you are going way overboard (think SATC's Carrie talking Miranda out of frosting Steve's girlfriend's cupcakes) and give you someone to giggle with over sex gone awry. Girlfriends are a shrewd and necessary barometer for any egalitarian marriage, helping you know when to scream with laughter over brunch or scream and call the divorce lawyer. Get some and keep 'em!2 Vow to amuse yourself.
The ability to delight, inspire and provoke yourself into cackling gales of glee is an essential skill that will serve you well during the dry patches of marriage, not to mention when you have children. Groomzilla often comes home to find Miss B sagged against the wall wiping her tears of laughter over some private amusement, to his quizzical terror.The point is of course, that you are responsible for your own happiness, even after you are married. A rich Inner Life is something every wise wife must master!
1 Vow to accept help from your hubby.
You do have to be accountable for your own dreams and values. You do not have to do everything. If your Groomzilla has a passion for real estate and you don't, let him handle the house hunting. If he's the superior cook and you're better at balancing the budget, embrace it! That's the beauty of marriage, so do what works for you and don't worry about gender roles or "doing it all."Bridezilla Spring Showcase: Shop Now!
Summer aka "High Bridezilla Season" is just around the corner, and it's time to stock up on all all the swag you need to proclaim your Bridezilla status to the world. Don't even think about plunging into wedding planning without our signature Bridezilla Basics Kit: J'taime tote bag, J'taime journal, Bridezilla license plate and Bridezilla thong.
How to Propose to your Bridesmaids
You wavered in the past, but at long last you are finally ready. After all you've been through together, it's time to ask the special lady in your life to do you the proud honor...of being your bridesmaid! Once you hear her squeal of delight and teary acceptance, you'll be glad you participated in the hot new trend of bridesmaid "proposals." Indeed, thanks to cute new Will You Be My Bridesmaid cards designed just for this purpose, it's easy to pop the attendant question in a fun and meaningful way (no two month's salary necessary). Here are four cute tips for how to pull off a bridesmaid proposal:
1Secret Admirer Proposal
Speed by her home at night or while she's at work and leave a surprise parcel on her door. Include one of these darling Will You Be My Bridesmaid cards, a single flower, and a bottle of champagne. She will be delighted when she returns home to find your sweet surprise, and a squealing 'yes' will surely ensue. Bridezilla Bonus Tip: Use a non-romantic flower like a tulip or a lily so she doesn't think it's from a fella. You want her elated, not deflated!Three more after the cut, so....
Continue Reading How to Propose to your Bridesmaids »Zilla Symbol in the Sky: Spotted!
Monday the 21st marked the big day at Gotham Hall, where 2,800 Bridezillas lined the city block waiting to enter Tatiana Byron's Wedding Salon in New York City. As previously reported here, Wedding Salon is far beyond the exhibition hall bridal expo and truly a trip through elegance, lavishness and everything Bridezilla.
Miss B herself couldn't attend the fete, but it appears as though she was there in spirit as the New York Times reports, giving the Bridezilla moniker it's proper recognition by referring to Wedding Salon as "a luxury bridezilla convention." Bridezilla would have it no other way!
Four Uncommon Honeymoon Destinations
Inspired by our own Weird Weddings series, how about a few wild honeymoon ideas? If you're keen to skip Cancun or other tourist traps, get inspired to visit one of these out-of-the-way destinations, but beware - you might want to pack your Y-3's and leave the Manolos in the closet.
Continue Reading Four Uncommon Honeymoon Destinations »
Bridezilla's Guide to Bridal Showers: Four Fresh Themes
Is someone spiking the Brita water with Boring? Sigh. Truthfully, Bridezilla has been to some bummer bridal showers lately. Indeed, if she has to sit through one more slide show, play one more trivia game about the couple, or purchase one more registry gift, she is going to spike the virgin mimosas (wtf?). The fact is, bridal Showers of late are basically like tricking people into coming to your wedding twice: stuffy, sentimental and full of gifts like spice racks and soup ladles. We are over it! We think Bridal Showers should combine the elegance of the wedding with the fun of a bachelorette party, and we are going to show you how to accomplish just that with these funky bridal shower themes for the modern wifey.
Safari Chic. The Safari trend is smoking hot, so have all the maids over in their finest khaki and aviator glasses for a little pre-ceremony sanctuary. Sprinkle your pad in gold sequins and lush napkins like these. Replace the corny music soundtrack with a video of animals mating to set the mood-after all, we are nothing but mammals! Serve tropical kebobs and jungle juice while playing this cute game where you try and guess the name of animal mates. Bridezilla Bonus Tip: Doe a Deer, a Female Deer...
Eschew the registry gifts and each buy the lucky bride some sassy animal-print lingerie (zebra print thongs, leopard teddys, rarr). Have her model her favorite ensemble in an impromptu runway strut to Guns N Roses "Welcome to the Jungle." Then break out the binoculars and start scanning for hot menz neighbors to join the prowl. Bonus Bridezilla points for giving this combo binocular flask as bridal shower gifts. Best Bridal Shower ever!
Look for the Zilla Symbol in the Sky: Bridezillas at Wedding Salon Gotham Hall
Ok, so Bridezilla is still working on rigging one of those bat symbols to bare our infamous lip print, but we do have something equally good: deals and steals on tickets to Wedding Salon in none other than New York, New York.
Having attended their Four Seasons shindig in Beverly Hills last year, Bridezilla can personally assure you that Wedding Salon is the queen mother of all wedding shows. The NY event is taking place April 21st from 3-8 p.m. at Gotham Hall. Sexy decor, celebrity stylists, and not so much as a whiff of trade show, Wedding Salon is a must-attend! Wedding Salon has graciously offered a discount to Bridezilla readers. Simply enter the code BridezillaNYO8P at checkout to get two tickets for $50, an incredible deal. We will also be giving two pairs of tickets away free to the first commenters to respond to this post, so if you're a Big Apple Bridezilla, win free tickets in the comments below!
Highlights of Wedding Salon Gotham:
- $100,000 gown from Kleinfeld
- Meet and Greet/Book Signing with David Tutera
- Seminar & Meet and Greet with Sylvia Weinstock
- $1 Million Dollar Wedding Band from Daniel K
- Complimentary Beauty Services
- Martini and Cake Tastings
- Incredible Gift Bags featuring: Vincent Longo, Orlane, Maybelline, Zensation Beaute, SHIBUE couture and more!
Bridezilla Bejeweled: Win a $100 Jewelry Gift Basket from Dasha Boutique
Monday Bridezilla Bites
An Oklahoma Bridezilla wins a Cabo honeymoon via an arm wrestling championship. Read the full story here for inspiration at your next bridal bootcamp!
English Country Garden is the hottest wedding theme this year. Learn other this-minute wedding trends here!
What really happens when you swallow your wedding ring? A Groomzilla's first person account here.
If you haven't watched the evocative and beautiful Trembled Blossoms, the animated short intro for Prada's new Spring/Summer 2008 line, do so here.
Spoon Sisters offer diamond-shaped ice cubes for your bridal beverages. Talk about luxe for less.Tray chic!
