Redneck Wedding For Real

All of you wedding planners should be happy to hear about this, Country Music Television is planning to air "My Redneck Wedding" early next year. They will be including the wedding of Gail Brittingham, who will marry fiancee John Myers at Bargain Bill's Flea Market in Laurel Saturday. Quite the charming event. The groom and groomsmen will be wearing John Deere t-shirts and jeans, while newspapers will be laid down for table clothes and basset hounds will serve as ring and flower bearers. In an attempt to balance out the redneck-osity of the wedding a mechanical bull was added as a reception feature. Things were looking bleak (if you couldn't tell) when Myers lost his job as a plumber and there wasn't going to be money for their wedding, but luckily the show came through for some publicity and a radio station show later they had received all the donations they needed to cover wedding photos, cake, and entertainment along with a growing list of other necessities. Just goes to show that if you're ever having financial troubles with your big day there's always the media and business to generate some cash flow and gifts.

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Lock-Back Knife

A Personalized Kind Of Friend While Terminator Salvation heats up box offices this summer, Personalized Lock-Back Knife is staying cool in his sleek and sexy chrome cover. But this is no surprise. Personalized Lock-Back Knife - or just "Lock-Back" for short, is one cool cat. Even if orange and magenta are the vogue colors this summer, Lock-Back won't be worried about his silver coveralls. A chill tamale like Lock-Back doesn't sweat that sort of stuff. Lock-Back is the friend you wish you had. A guy who fixes everything in your house because he likes to help. Lock-Back doesn't just personify Mr. Fix-It, he defines it. Lock-Back Knife would never act without your best interests in mind. He'd never steal your Volkswagen and smash it into a highway pile on. He doesn't have the appendages for such a deed. And even if he did have arms, Lock-Back Knife would never think of doing something so reckless. Lock-Back is way too sharp for such idiocy - and far too personalized. In fact, Lock-Back doesn't think much at all, he just 'is', like an enlightened Zen Master or a Yogi Berra joke. Make a friend of Lock-Back this summer. He's a great Groomsmen Gift. As for Lock-Back, he won't mind being given away. In fact, he'll be flattered. You'll be happy you made friends with Lock-Back at the annual camping trip, or when you need a hand with the day-to-day issues that come up around the house. You'll be amazed at how handy Lock-Back is to have around. However you cut it, a Personalized Lock-Back Knife is the perfect summertime companion.

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Lift a Glass To These Great Gifts For Groomsmen

You ever have one of those days at the office where nothing goes right? You know like Bill Murray in Stripes when he lost his job, his car, his apartment and his girl and the only thing he can say is, "And then depression set in." I know you've had those days. We all have. It's a moment when even a non-drinker says on his subway ride home, "Man I need a drink." Of course, you don't normally drink, so you wouldn't normally have a flask with you. Why would you? You're only a social drinker. Most of us only drink socially, yet we occasionally have those crappy days where by the time you get home have to change your clothes to go out to a suitable bar to have that drink, your depression has already turned to anger and then you're no fun to be around at all. For those infrequent moments we'd like to introduce you to the Personalized mini bar to-go set. Not only is this mini bar to-go unobtrusive and almost undetectable, we think it's great for the guy who has a pressure filled job and just occasionally needs that valve released. Just enough to get the edge off, not enough to share with the jealous faces he'll share the subway with. Technorati Tags: cool groomsmen gifts, executive gifts, flask, groomsmen gifts, guy gifts, unique groomsmen gifts, wallet

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Keep Your Groomsmen Cool at Your Wedding

Last week I was the best man at an outdoor wedding... and it was HOT outside. We're talking unseasonable, 95 degrees in the shade hot. It was so hot out there that my dad had to go to the car and change because he soaked through two shirts. So you can just imagine what it was like for us groomsmen to stand perfectly still in a rented solid black wool tuxedo. Since I had a river of sweaty slime crawl down my back throughout the reception, here's some advice to deliver groomsmen gifts to keep your boys cool on your big day. The Groomsmen Gift of Cool Fashion Who told you that you must absolutely wear a heavy ass, black wool tux to a summer wedding? If you're wedding is during the hottest months of the year, do your groomsmen a favor and choose to rent a tux that is temperature appropriate. Materials like cotton and linen are great because they're breathable, which keeps you cool and it keeps the stink down from your sweaty arm pits. Since black tuxedo jackets are not normally made from 100% cotton, try to find one with a wool/cotton blend - or any blend for that matter. This will bring down the overall weight of the clothing, which should be physically noticeable when you're trying on jackets at the tux shop. By the way, whose dorky idea was it to wear the multicolored tuxedo vest? Don't be sucked into technicolor dreamcoat at the tux shop - it's just for teenagers to make an ass of themselves at prom. Loose the extra layer and go with the long necktie or a bow tie for a classic and breathable look. The other option is to choose a different colored tuxedo. You should be able to find white dinner jackets, gray or khaki colored suits. Remember, the more you veer off from the traditional, the more funky your wedding pictures might look in ten years. That might be a small price to pay when it's so hot that you question if you wet yourself because your legs are dripping with sweat. When the Heat is Still Unbearable Beyond finding a summertime tuxedo, there are only a few other precautions you can make to stay cool. You can try adding shade or fans at the altar, but knowing how much planning went into this day, the half-ass attempt to hold an umbrella over the groomsmen might not fly with the bride. Try icing up some personalized flasks and have the groomsmen stick them under their shirts. After the reception, the heat can be too unbearable to stand. Set your boys up with groomsmen gifts of the Personalized Sit 'N Sip Cooler filled with ice and thrust-quenching beer. Complete with insulated pockets and a bottle opener, this personalized cooler will make you more than an awesome groom... it will make you a lifesaver. Find all your groomsmen gifts for cool and hot weather on groomstand.com.

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Groomsmen Gifts? A Hmong tradition says Bride Prices Instead

You're the groom and you're about to empty your bank account for a wedding with however many guests, gifts, a wedding ring, etc. All adding up to quite a bit, but true love has no price, right? Wrong, if you consider the bride price. What's that you ask? The bride price (aka the dowry) where the groom is expected to pay for his bride based on her "value" as a wife (somewhere between five and ten grand) still is practiced as demonstrated by the Hmong culture. Oh yea love is sweet isn't it. The Hmong aren't the only who practice this tradition though. Dowries and bride prices date back in text as far as King Hammurabi of Mesopotamia and can still be found in other cultures and religions around the world. However some places like India have moved past the monetary marriage atonement where it was considered a social evil and cast down in the early 20th century. In today's world though it all boils down to a matter of opinion and firmness in beliefs and traditions on whether money gets passed around and how much of it. It might be more the opinion of the brides parents, but don't worry, it's a wise investment. Still, some advice for you Hmong grooms, remember to spend wisely, you won't know what lump sum will be leaving your wallet till you're getting married, so careful. The rest of you guys can go to town with the wedding, ring, and groomsmen gifts though, you're up at least $5,000!

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Groomsmen Gifts that Never Go Out of Style

In the words of Heidi Klum, one minute you're in and the next .... you're out. We live in an age of ever-changing fashion. After our post on bad tux trends, it has become frighteningly apparent that some guys don't care how they look on their wedding day. Stay away from the trends and choose a classic tux with some refined accessories for men. That means no cowboy boots, no kilts, and definitely no faux hawks. Here are groomsmen gifts that never go out of style. Engraved Cufflinks: Groomsmen Gifts for Gentlemen Most ladies don't understand our need for cufflinks. "What do they do?" your fiance asks, perplexed. "Well, they hold the cuffs together." Actually ladies, like watches, cufflinks are the male version of jewelry. Cufflinks give us that dignified mystique we've longed for ever since puberty. These engraved square cufflinks are edgy (literally), while these rodium round cufflinks give a classic touch to his cuffs. Money Clips: Timeless Groomsmen Gifts Even before paper money, men bartered with commodities like tea, salt, cattle, and clams. Guys also used their loot to attract a mate. The first pick up line: "Hey baby. I got six cows and a bag of tea. Want to roll with me?" This art form money clip strikes a perfect balance of fine art and flash for your sauve-in-the-city groomsmen. And this personalized golf money clip makes a fine groomsmen gift for fashionable golfers. And no, "fashionable golfer" is not an oxymoron. Shaving Sets: Get Rid of the Griz Dated facial hair is worse than the ruffle tux. Just think about your parent's wedding photos. In the 60's and 70's, most of our fathers resembled Charles Manson, only grizzlier. Get rid of the goatee, shave the beard, and don't even think about growing a handlebar mustache. For your wedding, baby face is best. Give your groomsmen the subtle hint to trim up with grooming accessories. Unless your groomsmen don't practice good hygiene, they'll use these groomsmen gifts everyday. Wedding photos don't fade. Be a gallant groom, not a goon or a buffoon (can't ...stop....rhyming). Shop Groomstand for stylish, personalized groomsmen gifts and more.

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Groomsmen Gifts in HD: Where do you stand on Webcam Weddings?

Marriage is a time-tried tradition that has lots of baggage to go with it, namely a ceremony to consummate the relationship in the eyes of the couples' friends and family. They are lovely occasions that have an amazing atmosphere, that of two people promising their lives to each other. Being there for that moment is equally as moving, but in this day and age of technology what really is attendance? You are now able to webcast your weddings for guests that are unable to attend. The problem with that is how much does it really show you care for the couple that invited you to share in what might be the happiest day they'll ever have? In the past couples have distributed wedding videos after the fact and those, though fun to watch, obviously don't hold the same emotions and atmosphere as the wedding itself. So how is watching a live digital wedding better? And is it rude to not go and just watch the cast when it costs the couple hundreds more? We'd like some feedback on this, where do you stand?

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Groomsmen Gifts Get Political

Shopping for groomsmen gifts, especially when you're helping plan a wedding can be more painful than a root canal. Since there's so much discussion about the 2008 election, you can easily shop according to your buddy's favorite politicians. Think about it - Palin is an adventurer and Obama is a democratic debonair. Here's how to shop for wedding party gifts by political party. Democrats Barack Obama (shop, "the debonair")- He's an eloquent speaker and a suave, socially-conscious gentleman. If your guy likes Barack Obama, he probably embodies some of these characteristics. Fun facts: Barack Obama penned two memoirs. Your Barack-loving groomsmen is a great candidate for personalized pens, a shaving set, and of course, this donkey steak-brand iron. Trust us, if your groomsmen admires Barack, he'll relish these gifts. Joe Biden (shop, "the mogul") - Joe Biden has somehow managed to stay out of the limelight. While Tina Fey does impression after impression of Sarah Palin, we have yet to see any spoofs of Joe Biden. Fun Facts: Joe Biden was born in Scranton, Pennsylvania (yes, it's the setting for the Office). He received his J.D. from Syracuse and practiced law before being elected to the senate. If your buddy has Joe Biden tenancies, take a look at our executive groomsmen gifts. This flask, business card, and money clip set brings out the Biden in anyone. Another suggestion for your mogul friends? Check out our golf gifts for groomsmen. With these golf gifts, your friend is on course for a career in politics. Republicans John McCain (shop "the adventurer") - Politics aside, John McCain is the tough guy of the 2008 election. Pocket knives and multitools are the way to go when it comes to the McCain types out there. Fun Facts: John McCain graduated from the Naval Academy in 1958. He has a reputation for being a "maverick," as he often disagrees with his own party. The word maverick comes from Samuel Maverick, a rancher who refused to use steak branding irons on his cattle. This Elephant steak branding iron is perfect for your groomsmen who dares to be different. Sarah Palin (shop the life of the party and the adventurer) - Sarah Palin won't go for girly gifts. She's from Alaska remember? Fun facts: Sarah Palin is Alaska's first female governor. Consider this camo flask if your friend can't get enough of the great outdoors. These rustic picture frames and these personalized cabin signs are ideal for Sarah Palin fans. Now that you know how to shop by political party, get gifts for your wedding party. Groomstand has everything you'll need to say "thanks" to your supporters. You don't even have to kiss any babies! These groomsmen gifts win them over every time.

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Groomsmen Gifts for your Beer Lovin' Buddies

Ever since our dads let us sneak that first sip of beer (without mom finding out) we were in love. Some say beer is an acquired taste, but true beer loyalists were in love the moment that first golden drop hit our tongues'. Thanks, Dad. If your buds like the suds, take a look at our groomsmen gifts for beer drinkers. The Perfect Pint Begins with a Pub Sign The pub has long been the center of social life for beer drinkers. But going out to the neighborhood pub is overrated. It's nearly impossible to savor the suds with a bunch of rowdy strangers yelling at the television. Hang a personalized pub sign outside your man cave and turn it into a hangout for the boys. Then, join a beer-of-the-month club and sample gourmet brew from around the world. Brewery Tour with your Buddies Think beyond the salacious bachelor party. Touring a microbrew with your buddies is utopia for beer snobs. Before the festivities begin, give your brew-lovin' buds, these pilsner glasses for groomsmen gifts. Make sure you have a designated driver! Beer Steins: The Best Groomsmen Gifts for Heavy Drinking Every beer drinker needs a hefty stein in his cabinet. That way, when October Fest comes around, he's prepared. This monogrammed stein makes a great groomsmen gift for the guy who likes to drink all-year round. If he's more of a can man, this personalized NFL can holder to hold his liquor while he's watching the game. It's easy to find groomsmen gifts for beer drinkers. Now, if he's a wine guy, that's a different story. Check out our engraved glassware and barware if you and your best men like to knock back a few on occasion. You'll find groomsmen gifts for your beer-lovin' buddies and other gifts for guys as Groomstand.

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Groomsmen Gifts Are For Afterwards

Here's a nice little pre-ceremony story involving a bride walking with her father as he gives her a quick little rundown of what's been happening while she was getting ready. Apparently her soon-to-be-husband's father, also the best man, had lost her ring. He put ring on his pinkie finger, thinking it was the safest place to keep it until it was time to hand it over to his son. Apparently this was a horrible plan as he ended up losing the ring. Now we can only speculate what caused him to lose the ring on the wedding day, so here are some speculations. First the facts: he's the best man so he'll be getting a gift along with all the other groomsmen. He's older and wiser so we probably wouldn't be amiss to say he'd be down for a nice game of chess. That's it! Our speculation has given us an answer. He was playing with his groomsman gift before the ceremony! But this isn't just any gift, it's a chess set...with shot glasses as the chess pieces. There we go, we solved it. Maybe next time dad just needs to wait till after the ceremony before he uses his awesome new chess set. Oh, by the way, the bride's mother found the ring in the hallway on her own way to the ceremony.

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Great Gifts Under $20 For Your Groomsmen

Spending a lot getting ready for your wedding is going to happen, so there are plenty of reasons why you'd need an affordable groomsman gift. Either you're thinking ahead on spending and budgeting or it's a last minute thing and you're trying to stay in that budget. That can be difficult to stick to though with all of the really nice gifts out there with prices that aren't so much, so what's to choose from that works as a cheap gift but isn't going to be under appreciated? We've made a quick link-list to gifts for your groomsmen under $20 to make it easier for you to browse things.. quickly. Pocket Knives and Multi tools Engraved Glassware, Flasks, and Barware Travel Accessories, Sports & Outdoor Men's Accessories and Grooming Cigar Aficionado Golf Accessories Executive Groomsmen Gifts Wallets and Money Clips Rawlings Leather Accessories Bachelor Party T-Shirts, Books & Cards Engraved Bar Accessories Personalized Pens & Writing Accouterments

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Engraved Pocket Knives: 18 Reasons One Is A Great Gift

When you're trapped in that Las Vegas bathroom because an enraged bear stands poised outside your door, you'll be glad at least one of you is armed with more than a robe and your hotel's miniature shampoo bottle arrangement. All guys secretly think they're MacGyver. And MacGyver always had a pocket knife. Your groomsmen already have flasks from college. Getting them engraved pocket knives shows that you care about their safety. Getting them engraved lock-back pocket knives shows that you care about your safety. You don't have to go to Switzerland to get it personalized. That pocket knife your groomsmen got in the Cub Scouts is still covered in grape jelly and is so dull it couldn't cut through a ballpark frank. Mr. T pities the foo' who doesn't have one. They'll need something to cut the string when tying all those tin cans to the back of your car. Boys like knives. Guys like knives. Men like knives. Knives are forever. Crocodile Dundee had a knife. But get them one that won't get them arrested for carrying it around on the subway. Groomsmen knives are great for emergency tracheotomies at the reception. Because keychains are lame. Their Leatherman tool was confiscated by airport security on their way to the wedding. They'll stop using their car keys, teeth or any other sharp object conveniently available when they want to jimmy open whatever it is they're trying to jimmy open. A personalized pocket knife can be used as a form of identification in Atlantic City. The GI Joe movie is coming out this summer. A real American Hero always carries a pocket knife. Go Joe! And duh, if you lose it- people know who it belongs to. This also applies if someone tries to steal it!

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