Think about how you can work family jewels into your bridal look. For sentimental reasons you may choose Grandma's pearls, your favorite aunt's diamond earrings or your mother's charm bracelet instead of buying new pieces.

Opt for a necklace that complements the cut of your dress. A pearl or rhinestone choker works well with a strapless bodice, whereas a diamond…

Sterling silver Tiffany jewelry is made with the highest grade of jewelry sterling silver: 0.925, or 92.5 percent, with the remaining 7.5 percent being copper or other metals, as 99.9 percent sterling silver is too soft for jewelry use. Check that there is a stamp of ".925" somewhere on the piece if it is silver and, if it is gold, that it is marked with the appropriate…

Perform market research of other wedding dress businesses that do business with wedding dress retailers in your area. Find out where they are from. For example, are they an American designer or European? Do they specialize in couture dresses from well-known designers in the industry? Do they focus more on bargain dresses for budget weddings? Determine the types of materials they used and what their price points are. This will help you create a wedding dress business that offers unique…

Twelve months prior to your wedding start envisioning the kind of ceremony you want. For a simple Catholic wedding, you can skip a full traditional ceremony. You can choose to incorporate only necessary elements, such as a blessing that would be needed for an interfaith marriage. Select a date for the wedding. The time of year and the parish's own requirements may dictate the timing of the ceremony.If you want a smaller or shorter wedding, a mass before the ceremony is optional. Typically, a…

Go to an online wedding gown design site, such as Wedding Dress Creator or iVillage's wedding dress builder.

Customize the online model (if given that option) to as close to the bride as possible. It doesn't have to be exact, but will help give you a general idea of how certain designs will look on the bride's body shape.

Design the gown by selecting the…

Find a suitable website that specializes in virtual wedding dress design. Opt for a site that can also produce your dress for you, such as Style Shake, or one that allows you to print your finished design, such as Wedding Dress Creator.

Choose your fabric. This is helpful for visualizing the end result. A dress made from taffeta will hang very differently from one made of silk.

Start by designing the neckline. For a trendy look, choose an asymmetric or halter neckline. Opt for…

Navigate to the official website of the British monarchy (see Resources). This website is the official Internet source for all British monarchy announcements. When Prince William became engaged to Kate Middleton in 2010, the news was announced on the "Latest News" page of this website.

Visit the official websites for the largest newspapers in the United Kingdom.…

Choose rich wardrobe hues that befit royalty. Kate Middleton has shown a preference for gem-toned clothing, including the royal-blue dress by London-based designer Issa she wore at the official announcement of her engagement to Prince William. The Issa dress perfectly matched Middleton's sapphire engagement ring, which once belonged to the late Princess Diana. Gem tones,…

Finalize your wedding menu. Obtain the full details of the menu from your wedding caterer or the hotel where you plan to host your reception.

Download a wedding menu template from websites such as The White Aisle, One Heart Weddings or Paper Source. Choose a template design that blends with your vintage theme. Depending upon your reception venue, consider vintage designs such as a chandelier icon or diseñadores de vestidos de novia famosos an intricate tapestry or filigree…