About Bicoastal_Bride

Passionate about weddings and writing, Heather Walrath is a newlywed who planned a long-distance celebration in her hometown of Thousand Oaks, Calif., while juggling a busy life in Washington, D.C. You can also follow Heather's personal blog by visiting http://bicoastalbrideblog.blogspot.com. For Twitter updates, follow @Bicoastal_Bride.
More Posts by Bicoastal_Bride:
- For His Eyes Only: Boudoir Photography
- An Alfred Angelo Wedding
- Wish Upon a Wedding Inspiration: Erwin & Ed's 'Wedding In White'
- The Man I Married
- Including Registry Info With Your Invite
- Flower Power: A Wedding Day Dream Realized
- When The Sun Goes Down…
- Ceremony Design & Decor
- Framing Our Guests...Or At Least Their Messages
- Photo-Share Success
- Erwin and Ed: They Wished Upon A Wedding...
- A Potluck Wedding?
- Getting Ready: The Calm Before The Storm
- Wedding Day Countdown Revisited: Top 10 Moments (Part Two)
- Wedding Day Countdown Revisited: Top 10 Moments (Part One)
- Reception Decor and More
- The "First Look" We Almost Skipped
- When The Groom Becomes The Photographer
- Sweet Seats: Seating Chart & Venue Layout Tips
- Practice Makes Perfect? (Part Two)
- Practice Makes Perfect? (Part One)
- Your Wedding Day...Live!
- Around The World In 30 Minutes
- Rehearsal Dinner Dishing
- Wedding Day Tipping
- Luaus and Leis
- Don't You Know What Day This Is?
- Presenting…Our Professional Photos and Slideshow!
- The Food Fight
- Your Wedding Gown: Treasure or ‘Trash’?
- Wish Upon a Wedding D.C. Launch Party Recap!
- Saying Thanks
- A ‘Too Hot To Handle’ Wedding Gown?
- Let Me Call You Sweetheart…
- Wedding Day Photo Shoot: Behind-the-Scenes
- Our Action-Packed Honeymoon...Island-Style!
- A Bicoastal Wedding Gown Takes Flight
- The Ceremony Begins…But, Uh-Oh, Where’s The Bride?!
- Floor Décor
- Sweet Seats: Sweetheart or Head Table?
- Wedding Photo Sneak Peek!
- Wedding Week Countdown: It's Showtime!
- Wedding Week Countdown: Perfecting Our Photo Shot List
- Wedding Week Countdown: Blame It On The Weatherman?
- Our Engagement Shoot Video!
- Our Engagement: Here Today, But Gone In a Flash!
- Fit To Be Wed
- Sharing The Photo Love
- White House Wedding Wishes
- A Wedding Day Puzzle Challenge
- The Groom's Cake: Wacky, Wild & Witty
- Design Inspiration: Avoiding Floral Fallout
- No Cold Feet Here!
- Cake Inspiration: A Classic Original
- One Angry Volcano = A Big Silver Lining
- Wedding Music Musts: DJ Tips & Tricks
- I Cheated…
- Right On Time: Part Two
- Right On Time: Part One
- Floral Design Inspiration: Capturing Romance & Simple Elegance
- Dancing King & Queen?
- The Beauty Beast
- It's Tea Time!
- Wedding Costs: Sticker Shock & Awe
- The "Wedding Day" Hair and Makeup Test Run!
- Wedding Rehearsal Dress for a Steal?
- The Wedding Invitation RSVPs Are In!
- Helpful Catholic Wedding Tips
- What's In a Name?'
- Rehearsal Dinner: An Italian-Style Dose of Family Fun!
- Our 'Wedding Workshop'
- Hair & Makeup Trial: Getting Inspired!
- Introducing Alex Neumann - Our Photographer!
- Our Wedding: As Seen On TV
- Uniquely Traditional
- Our DIY Invitation Inspiration
- Damien Smith Photography to the Rescue!
- Wedding Day Photo Booth: Splurge or Skip?
- The Luck of the Irish: A Blessing & Wedding Day Surprise
- The Wedding Ceremony: Our Musical Musts
- The Happiest Bachelorette Party on Earth!
- Style for the Camera: Achieving a 'Picture Perfect' Wedding Look
- 'Getting Ready' Wedding Shots: Must or Bust?
- The Wedding Planning Bug
- Expert Advice From Top Planner Nerissa Montemurro – Part Two
- Wish Upon a Wedding
- Expert Advice From Top Planner Nerissa Montemurro - Part One
- Wedding Reception Dilemma: Hand-Passed vs. Displayed Hors d'oeuvres
- Big Wedding Change Revealed!
- Heading to the Altar in 100 Days!
- The Write Invite
- A Little 'Love' in the Shade...
- When Things Go Wrong: Is Your Photographer Prepared? (Part Two)
- When Things Go Wrong: Is Your Photographer Prepared? (Part One)
- Aloha & Bon Voyage!
- Our Rule-Breaking Invitations
- The Dress Quest: It's The One
- The Dress Quest: Fiancé’s Choice
- The Dress Quest: Inspiration & Ideas
- Bridesmaid Dresses on Parade!
- Inside Tips From a Wedding Photographer: What To Look For Behind the Camera
- Guest's View: What Makes a Wedding Memorable?
- The Wedding Exit: Saying Aloha!
- The Wedding Exit: It’s a Tossup
- Dancing With Dad
- The Bride: A Singular Sensation?
- The Dress Quest: A Picture Perfect Gown?
- Wedding Styling Decisions: Solutions & Compromises
- Expert Advice: Avoid a Wedding Rip-Off
- Our Ceremony Venue: Second Thoughts & Second Looks
- A Groom With a View: Involving Your Fiancé
- Wedding Styling Decisions: A Hair-Raising Experience
- Our 'First Look' - A Quick Trip Around the World
- Navigating a Wedding Expo: The Ins & Outs
- Memory Box Groom's Gift
- Budget Bride? Breaking It Down - Part Two
- Budget Bride? Breaking It Down – Part One
- Fun Flutes, Cake Servers & Wedding Gifts
- Fiancé's Family: A Warm Welcome
- All About Wedding Albums
- The Wedding Dress Hustle & Bustle
- Picture Perfect
- What’s Your Bridal Style?
- Raising a Glass with Signature Drinks
- Photo Guestbook & ‘Signature’ Champagne
- Wedding Accessories Unveiled
- Decking Your Halls: Holiday Registry Inspiration
- Keepsake Wedding Ornaments
- Bridesmaids Playing Dress-Up
- Wedding Reception Catering: Spicing It Up
- Rehearsal Dress Dreaming
- The Wedding Cake: Topping It Off
- Sure, You Know Your Groom, But Just How Well?
- Saving Big With a Friday Wedding
- Tux Shopping: If Only It Were All This Easy
- The Wedding Ceremony: Down the Aisle
- Wedding Ceremony Décor Daydreams
- Fun, Easy Save-the-Dates
- Thanksgiving Registry Inspiration: Five Under $50
- The Anniversary Dance: Celebrating a Lifetime of Marriage & Love
- Wedding Florist Q&A -- Part Two
- Wedding Florist Q&A -- Part One
- Garters Gone Wild
- Stress Less with a Month-and-Day-Of Wedding Coordinator
- Ask the Bridesmaids: Bouquet Toss
- Wedding Invitations: Why Maps Matter
- The Wedding Ceremony: Here Comes the Bride?
- He Said, She Said: The Garter Toss
- A Wedding Personality Profile
- Wedding Ring Bling for the Groom?
- The iPhone: My Ultimate On-the-Go Wedding Organizer
- Wedding Photography Tips from a Pro
- Spooky Halloween Wedding Roundup
- My Fashion Week Favorite: Alfred Angelo
- Rain on Your Wedding Day?
- Launch Party Fun in NYC!
- Wedding Color Scheme: Jewel Tones in June?
- Found: Our Perfect Wedding Reception Venue
- Fall Wedding Fun
- Wedding Reception: Hosted vs. Cash Bar Dilemma
- Heirloom Wedding Ring
- Wedding Day Butterflies (But Not the Nervous Kind!)
- Postcards = Place Cards
- Registry Inspiration
- Bridal Shapeup
- Wedding Shoes for a Steal
- Money Saver -- DIY Engagement Photos
- Long-Distance Wedding Planning -- Strategies & Stress Relievers
- Bicoastal Bride


















