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Cool Party Favors For Outer Banks Weddings
Tips For Your Beach Wedding Party Favors
Now that you have your Outer Banks wedding planned, you are probably considering party favors to hand out to your guests. Everyone who attends needs to go home with something memorable, to signify the occasion, so why not make something great that reminds them of the beach? We have some great ideas for your beach party favors!
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A Guide To Choosing Your Outer Banks Wedding Cake
When it comes to wedding cakes on the Outer Banks, it can be very stressful trying to figure out exactly what you want. The wedding cake, and the associated wedding cake trends, are probably the most important part of your decision making and we want to help make things easier for you. We’ve provided a few questions to ask yourself when thinking about the design of your cake, as well as the baker.
Read MoreHow to Create the Perfect Wedding Playlist
Tips from DJ Professionals and Video
This week, DJ George Wainwright of DJ Professionals and Video brings us some tips for DJ’íng a wedding and tips on things to consider when putting together a playlist. With over 25 years as a wedding DJ on the Outer Banks, there’s not much George doesn’t know when it comes to hosting a successful party!
Read MorePlanning Your Outer Banks Wedding
For a Smooth and Worry-Free Wedding!
We would like to start off by saying congratulations on your soon-to-be new-found life with the one you love. We know this is an important and special time for you and your significant other, that’s why we want to make sure your wedding planning goes as smooth as possible.
Read MoreJuly 17, 2011 Tags: OBX Brides, outer banks wedding, outer banks wedding coordination, outer banks wedding planners, outer banks weddings
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The 4th of July Parade in Duck!
Celebrate Independence Day with obxBrides.com!
Wondering where to go for the Fourth of July on the Outer Banks? Duck is the place to be! With their annual parade, a concert, food and more, its the perfect place to celebrate the 4th of July with your friends and family!
Read MoreJuly 3, 2011 Tags: 4th of July Parade Duck, OBX Brides, Outer Banks Brides, outer banks weddings, wedding pro's
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Engagement Photos on the Outer Banks!
Kristi Midgette Explains Why You Want Them!
When it comes to wedding photographers, there are a lot of choices to be made. One of the earliest is whether to have an engagement session or not. While it’s totally up to you (no one’s going to make you), it’s a pretty smart move. Kristi Midgette of Kristi Midgette Photography weighs in with her expert opinion and helps us explain why you may want to consider it.
Read MoreJune 24, 2011 Tags: engagement photos, Kristi Midgette Photography, OBX Brides, outer banks wedding, outer banks wedding photographer
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Music For Your Outer Banks Wedding!
The Right Song for the Right Moment
Out of all the planning involved in making your wedding day the best, the choice of music is an important consideration. The theme and music of your wedding is a reflection of you, your family and your guests, and on your wedding day, you want to make sure you pick something that satisfies everyone! Here at obxBrides.com, we want to help you chooses the “right” song from the myriad options you have available to you.
Read MoreJune 20, 2011 Tags: OBX Brides, Outer Banks Brides, outer banks wedding dj, outer banks wedding music, Outer Banks wedding vendors
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Don’t Forget the 4th of July Flash Mob!
Come Dance with obxBrides.com!
Hey everyone, it’s the beginning of June, which means the Fourth of July is just over a month away! We’re gearing up to have our float in the parade, and we’re working with the Town of Duck to have the flash mob afterwards! So if you want to be in it, you better get involved now!
Read MoreJune 1, 2011 Tags: 4th of July Parade Duck, Duck fourth of July Parade, flash mob, OBX Brides, obxbrides.com
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ObxBrides.com and Operation Homefront Join Forces! [Salute To Love]
A Military Wedding on the Outer Banks!
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obxbrides.com is proud to announce it has joined forces with Operation Homefront in its “Salute to Love” ultimate wedding experience to giveaway! Operation Homefront provides emergency financial and other assistance to the families of our service members and wounded warriors. In conjunction with obxBrides.com, which provides online resources for wedding planning on the Outer Banks …
Read MoreMay 16, 2011 Tags: beach wedding ceremony, military wedding, OBX Brides, Operation Homefront, outer banks wedding, Salute to love
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How To Form a Bridal Party!
Your Guide to Bridal Attendants!
When you are deciding how many attendants to have at your wedding, it is very easy to get carried away. You want to include your forever best friend, your sister, your niece, your groom’s sister, and the list goes on and on. How do you know when enough is enough?
Read MoreMay 15, 2011 Tags: Bridal Attendants, Bridal Party, OBX Brides, Outer Banks Brides, outer banks wedding, Outer Banks wedding vendors
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The Key Lime Bliss by Great Cakes!
The Most Popular Wedding Cake on the Outer Banks!
Marsha Johnson is famous for her wedding cakes on the Outer Banks, and today she’s detailing her most popular cake, the Key Lime Bliss.
Read MoreEvent of a Lifetime on the Fourth of July!
The Duck and obxBrides.com Flash Mob!
On the Fourth of July, the town of Duck holds their annual 4th of July parade. This year though, obxBrides.com is getting involved for the Event of a Lifetime! We’re going to have a float in the parade, and we’ve partnered with the town of Duck to have a flash mob! And we want you to join in!
Read MoreApril 24, 2011 Tags: 4th of July, 4th of July Parade Duck, Duck, Duck fourth of July Parade, flash mob, OBX Brides, Outer Banks, Outer Banks Brides
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Veil and Headpiece Tips for 2011
Hairpiece Help for Your Wedding!
Traditionally, brides have worn simple headpieces with long flowing veils. Today’s bride is much more creative than that! And although the big wedding trends of 2011 are all vintage, a modern hairpiece can be just the right way to set off a particularly retro dress….
Read MoreApril 17, 2011 Tags: hairpiece trends 2011, Headpieces and tiaras, OBX Brides, Outer Banks Brides, Outer Banks wedding tips, Outer Banks wedding vendors, wedding professionals
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Spring Is In The Air On The Outer Banks!
Let the 2011 Wedding Season Start!
Spring is finally here. And love is everywhere! If you are reading this, most likely you are one of the lucky ones who will be getting married this year on the beautiful beaches of the Outer Banks. Lucky you!
Read MoreApril 10, 2011 Tags: beach wedding, OBX Brides, Outer Banks Brides, outer banks wedding, Outer Banks wedding vendors, outer banks weddings
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More of the Top 10 Wedding Trends of 2011!
Part 2 of 2
Last week we discussed the first five of our top 10 wedding trends for 2011. We went over the movement to vintage decor, the return of the princess dress, recycling and the do it yourself trend. And as promised, we’re going to finish the list today by going over the final five in our …
Read MoreApril 7, 2011 Tags: 2011 top wedding trends, OBX Brides, Outer Banks Brides, outer banks wedding, Outer Banks wedding tips, Wedding Tips, wedding trends 2011
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The Top 10 Wedding Trends of 2011!
Part One of Two
Every year brings in new fashions and styles for just about everything; cars, clothes, televisions, and especially weddings. Everything about a wedding changes every year. Gown fashions, hairstyles, colors, themes; the list goes on and on. We started this blog with a guide to wedding trends for 2010, so maybe it’s time we talked about…
Top …
March 27, 2011 Tags: OBX Brides, Outer Banks Brides, outer banks wedding, outer banks wedding cakes, outer banks weddings, Wedding Tips, wedding trends 2011
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Fondant Icing: Is It Right For You?
Marsha of Great Cakes! Gives Us the Pros and Cons
Marsha R. Johnson knows wedding cakes. She’s been baking and decorating cakes for the past 40 years, and as the head of Great Cakes!, she’s been providing wedding cakes on the Outer Banks since 2004. Marsha’s cakes have become famous on the Outer Banks for …
Read MoreMarch 19, 2011 Tags: fondant icing, great cakes of the outer banks, Great Cakes!, outer banks wedding cakes
Category: Great Cakes of Outer Banks, wedding cakes 1 Comment
The DIY World of Wedding Florals Just Got Better!
Thanks to Bells and Whistles on the Outer Banks!
Do it yourself projects are everywhere, and now thanks to the DIY studio at Bells and Whistles, wedding groups can gather together for a fun filled afternoon of making bouquets or creating tabletop centerpieces. Let your imagination take …
Read MoreBrooke Mayo Photographers Is Staying Busy!
One Busy Outer Banks Photographer
A lot of people think that when the season winds down, all of the Outer Banks wedding photographers just take off for a couple of months. Not so. Just ask Brooke Mayo. Her schedule just leading …
Read MoreMarch 8, 2011 Tags: Brooke Mayo Photographers, OBX Brides, Outer Banks Brides, outer banks wedding, outer banks wedding photography, Outer Banks wedding vendors
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Doves At Your Wedding And A Photographer To Capture It!
When Doves Fly and ColemanShots
Did you know that doves mate for life? They symbolize new beginnings, love, faithfulness, joy and hope. Can you imagine a more unique way to demonstrate your love for each other than releasing doves at your ceremony?
When Doves Fly is a local company specializing in …
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