Charlottesville wedding ideas we love

If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, then we’d like to flatter the heck out of these couples, whose special wedding-day touches provide bushels of inspiration this season. A fearless photo. This groom’s basket toss makes for a fun memory and captures the day’s excitement in a fresh way. A pretty, practical gift. Lovely […]

Questions brides ask before committing to vendors

At the start of your planning process, you’re no doubt embarking on a long journey filled with questions. We asked four local vendors—a photographer, caterer, stylist, and florist—to give us the top five questions brides ask before they commit. Jack Looney of Jack Looney Photography (249-6266) 1. How do I go about gaining control of […]

Bright and beautiful: Colorful Charlottesville weddings

A rich, vibrant palette spells one thing to guests: fun. We’re not talking every color in the crayon box, but why choose just two or three colors, especially if you love them all? Instead, put Roy G. Biv (that acronym for the sequence of hues in the rainbow) on the guest list for your big […]

C-VILLE Kids! How to take better pictures of your kids

(Photo by Meredith Montague) As you head to the beach (or the backyard) this summer, camera in tow, arm yourself with these tips from local photog Jen Fariello, whom we asked to share a few shooting secrets. Keep your background simple. Choose a pretty spot with open space and then let your kids play. If […]

C-VILLE Kids! Unsolicited advice

(File Photo) People say the darndest things—especially once you have kids. We asked three local bloggers to give us their list of the quips they hate to hear. May you never utter these words. The pregnant lady: 5. “You’re so small/big/low/high for that many weeks!” I’m not telling you how large you are for your […]

On the save side: Finance advice for grads

Earlier this year, C-VILLE conducted a highly scientific survey that asked upcoming graduates to weigh in on how they were (or were not) prepared for what life would bring them post-grad. And while most of them said boiling an egg, hanging something heavy, and hemming their pants were challenges they’d face with no problem, when […]

C-VILLE Kids! On the mom front: Take a lesson

Kids may say the darndest things, but you could learn a lesson or two from your tot. When it comes to eating, exercising, and even beauty, they’ve got the right idea. Quick! Get a pen!   Make your pointe Mark our words: Ballet will be the next big thing in fitness. Its health benefits—the same […]

C-VILLE Kids! Save the date night: Getting out is good for your kids

It’s true what they say: Those who play together stay together. A recent report from The National Marriage Project at the University of Virginia reveals that couples who carve out time for each other (no kids allowed!) at least once a week are less likely to experience disappointment with their relationship. This is especially true […]