Destination Style - Claire Pettibone Fashion Show! Last month Claire Pettibone unveiled a new collection of boho bridal designs for the free spirited bride that wants a light body hugging gown that still incorporates some of the top trends in bridal fashion. Above are some of my favorite looks. For more details on Claire Pettibone, … Continue reading

TAB Destination Weddings: When It’s Okay to “Keep It Real”

Here at The Anti Bridezilla, I often wax poetic on why brides-to-be (and grooms!) should avoid behavior that will get you labeled as a bridezilla or groomzilla. Obviously, no one likes a drama queen, and you end up not getting the best level of service when you go off with a one way ticket to … Continue reading TAB Destination Weddings: When It’s Okay to “Keep It Real”

TAB Travel: St. Barth, The Hidden Gem of the Caribbean

If the idea of a destination wedding conjures up images of Caribbean islands, but you’re loathe to want to go to some of the well trodden (and highly commercialized) destination wedding hotspots, it might be time to consider St. Barth! Short for St. Barthelemy, this French Caribbean island is considered a hidden gem of beauty, … Continue reading TAB Travel: St. Barth, The Hidden Gem of the Caribbean

Destination Weddings: Get Organized with a Checklist!

                                Have you created a wedding checklist yet to keep yourself on track? Weddings have a ton of “to-do’s” and if you don’t compartmentalize them, you can end up feeling overwhelmed and lose track of your progress.  I’m a big … Continue reading Destination Weddings: Get Organized with a Checklist!

TAB Travel: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons with Secret Retreats

If you see yourself having an island destination wedding or honeymoon but don’t like the cookie cutter approach of corporate owned island resorts, then this is the article for you! I had the chance to sit down (virtually via Skype!) with Stephane Junca the mastermind behind a unique resort group called Secret Retreats that takes … Continue reading TAB Travel: Destination Weddings & Honeymoons with Secret Retreats

TAB Destination Travel Profile: Virgin America!

We’ve mentioned it several times, but a destination wedding has a lot of moving parts. And one aspect that many brides aren’t familiar with is managing the logistics of how they’ll get to and from their destination wedding. If you live near your wedding locale, it’s an easy fix to just drive to the venue. But when you’re crossing … Continue reading TAB Destination Travel Profile: Virgin America!

Destination Weddings: Your Budget

Unless you’ve been living under a rock your whole life, regardless of whether you fall into the 1% or the 99%, money is a factor for everything. And of course, with weddings, this is no different. There are wedding venues and vendors to fit a variety of budgets, but you need to keep your budget … Continue reading Destination Weddings: Your Budget

Destination Weddings: Don’t Forget the Legal!

Planning a destination wedding? Awesome, here are some administrative legal aspects you should keep in mind!  Know before you book the deposit:  Whether you’re just going to another state or are traveling to another country, be aware of the requirements to obtain a legally recognized marriage within the jurisdiction. If you’re getting married in the … Continue reading Destination Weddings: Don’t Forget the Legal!