Karen Brown
Wedding & Event Planner
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Co-authored Articles (9)
How to
Create Romance on Your Wedding Night
Wondering how you could possibly follow up on the joy and romance of your wedding ceremony and reception? Worry not! You and your new spouse will have so much fun together at the wedding that you don’t need to fixate o...
How to
Wear an Engagement Ring
There are few things more exciting than receiving a ring from your partner that promises a lifetime of commitment and love. Actually wearing that beautiful ring rivals the excitement of receiving it though. Engagement ri...
How to
Dress As a Winter Wedding Guest
It's always important to dress appropriately as a wedding guest, and in many cases, it all comes down to being able to decipher the event's dress code based on the invitation or whether it's an daytime or evening recepti...
How to
Write a Check As a Wedding Gift
Writing a check as a wedding gift can be difficult to do successfully. The gesture can feel impersonal, both to the giver and the recipient, as a check lacks the personalized touch brought by purchasing or creating a gif...
How to
Walk Down the Aisle
The walk down the aisle is one of the most beautiful and exciting moments of your big day, but it can seem daunting. If you’re worried about tripping or messing up your walk, you can ease your fears by practicing the w...
How to Properly Clean and Preserve Your Wedding Dress
Preserve your wedding dress so it lasts a lifetime Your wedding is a day for creating memories, so you'll definitely want to preserve your wedding dress. You can easily hand-wash the gown on your own if your bridal gown ...
How to
Announce the Bridal Party at a Reception
You want your wedding day to be perfect. But you also want it to be fun and stress-free. You can have it all by doing some careful planning before your big day. To make sure your reception gets off to a great start, take...
How to
Make Bridesmaid Bouquets
Making your own bridesmaid bouquets is a great way to cut costs when planning a wedding. Choose flowers based on your budget and colors, then arrange them based on the theme or vibe of the wedding. Once you have it all p...
How to
Wear a Black Dress to a Wedding
You may have heard that wearing black to a wedding is "inappropriate" because it's a color for funerals. However, if you pick the right dress and accessorize correctly, you can wear black to a wedding confidently!
