1. Get HelpThe services of a wedding planner can be invaluable when it comes to your beach wedding. If you can, try to earmark part of your budget (about 10 percent of the total) for a planner. She can shoulder the burden of researching, auditioning, and securing local vendors -- and this last tool...read more
Q. We're doing a sand ceremony at our beach wedding, and I want to use my grandmother's vase. What's the best way to pack it so I can transport it safely to the beach?A. Using an heirloom or other meaningful possession is a great way to give your sand ceremony even more of a personal touch. Be sure...read more
With the ever-growing number of resorts and hotels offering wedding and honeymoon packages, it's become increasingly popular to combine both events for a grand getaway. But it may not be as easy as it sounds -- you need to consider your overall budget and your guests, particularly those who plan to...read more
You met at the beach, he proposed on the beach, and now you want to have a beach wedding. You may think your choice of location says a lot about you as a couple -- and it does -- but the personalization does not need to stop there. Here's how to make your beach wedding the event of the season, and uniquely...read more
Seen the same aqua color schemes and shell napkin rings before? Here are some chic decor ideas to play up your beach wedding to the hilt. New Motifs If you want to use a signature symbol throughout your wedding, consider something other than a shell or starfish. Some other beach- or sea-inspired motifs:...read more