We recently got asked this very tricky question by a bride-to-be—is it okay to have your ceremony, reception or even just your rehearsal dinner in the same location where a friend had her celebration?

Is reusing a friend’s venue bad form? Or are there any circumstances in which a bride can safely have her wedding at the same location? What are the limits of friendship and location scouting?

Does the idea of reusing a friend’s wedding location make you want to rant or rave?

We had a mini-photo shoot here at the Wedding Paper Divas office, and since I wanted to look my best I asked my fellow Diva Dialogue blogger Anum to do my makeup.

She was amazing! In just a few minutes, she transformed me from pale and tired to fresh, tan and downright pretty. The best part is, it all looked natural! I was so impressed, I’ve started wondering if DIY makeup is ever the way to go.

Are you hiring a makeup artist for you and your bridesmaids, or are you going to wing it on the big day? What makeup tips do always follow? Does DIY wedding makeup make you want to rant or rave?

To veil or not to veil? That is the question on all of our minds this morning in the Wedding Paper Divas offices, and with good reason.

The controversy arose because birdcage veils are having a well-deserved moment right now in bridal fashion. But traditional wedding veils really never go out of style…And, then again, we love brides who forgo a veil altogether to let their lovely locks shine in all their glory…But on the other hand, how many times in life are you allowed–even encouraged!—to wear a veil?

We can’t seem to make up our minds, so we need more help. To veil or not to veil? Rant or rave about it!