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Go Wild - A Fishing Bachelor Party
June, the month filled with the most weddings of the year, is also home to National Fishing and Boating week -- June 5 through 13 in 2010. Just think how genius it would be to combine all these wonderful events into one! Even though you are admittedly a good catch, the bride may not be so big on having the wedding ceremony in a boat with the sea air ruining her hair and makeup. However, your groomsmen and buddies are sure to be up for a bachelor party filled with fishing, friendship and a cooler full of beer. Whether you choose to grab a couple poles put the bass boat out on the lake or are planning a destination deep-sea fishing charter in hopes of reeling in a big one, the point of the fishing and boating bachelor party is just to relax, unwind and bond with your buddies before the big wedding day. Plus, youÍll come back with a good tan which will look great in the wedding portraits! It doesnÍt really matter how many fish you bag, but you will want to have your camera on hand to prove that your fish tale is legit when you come home! DonÍt open a can of worms by forgetting to treat the guys to groomsmen gifts based on the fishing theme. Splurge on new gear such as a top-of-the-line pole or multi-pocket fishing jacket or make a thoughtful gesture with personalized groomsmen gifts such as a rustic cabin sign carved with a big trout and the recipientÍs name.
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Get a Kick Out of the Groom's Cake
Offering a groomÍs cake at your wedding is not a requirement for a good marriage, but certainly a tasteful way to get it off on a good start. The groomÍs cake is a way for the man to get his way (for once) in the wedding planning process. Not to stereotype, but the brideÍs cake will probably look like a tall tower of fluffy white frosting and flowers _ not exactly what a guyÍs guy has in mind. A cake for the groom is a way for him to express his personality, hobbies and passions _ no wonder these creations of sugar and butter usually involve chocolate! We say, invite your groomsmen to join you in a cake-tasting session at your preferred bakery. Chocolate with truffle filling, check! Chocolate with raspberry filling, check! Chocolate with espresso ganache, check! Sure, the bride could come along, but she doesnÍt really need to since the cake creation you choose is all about you! Plus, if she stays home, more samples for you and the buddies. If youÍve ever watched a cake reality show on television (admit it), youÍve no doubt see all sorts of groomÍs cake wonders. From huge fish-shaped cakes to hip-shaking Elvis cakes, there really isnÍt anything you canÍt get a cake baker, err artist, to whip up. In particular, we have a fondness for football and have gotten a kick out of the football stadium cakes. Just let the bakery know your favorite collegiate or pro team and they can cook up a totally detailed stadium complete with a scoreboard, gridiron and thousands of tiny seats. Coordinate your groomsmen gifts to the football theme and hook each up with a stadium printthat has been personalized with his name, a message and the date.
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How To Pack More Football In Your Wedding
Football season is gearing up - how about your wedding plans? If you have a wedding planned between NFL pre-season (August 8th) through the Super Bowl (February 9, 2011) you really should consider how to marry your love for the two! While the bride is not likely to give you're the gridiron-inspired wedding reception that you've been dreaming of (yeah, right), but she may throw you a pass to show off your love of the sport with a football-inspired groom's cake. If she's a real keeper, the bride might even go for picking her "wedding colors" to coordinate with the uniform tones of your favorite team. How about aqua blue and orange a la Miami Dolphins - nice! Probably the best way to incorporate football into your wedding plans is to plan a football activity with your groomsmen. There are many great football-friendly ideas, from organizing a touch-football game for all the guys on the wedding weekend (bride's guys against groom's guys) to planning a pre-wedding event where you treat your buddies to a home game and beer at the sports bar afterward. You might have played Pop Warner together as kids or just hung out in the fan stands during college; football is one thing that you'll still have in common -- even after sign the contract of your life. Don't forget to thank your buds for being on the team and being your "most valuable players" by presenting them each with groomsmen sports gifts such as NFL barware or pub signs emblazoned with their favorite franchise.
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The Tennis Match That Would Never End
If youÍve ever played tennis, you may have finished a match in less than an hour, four hours or, more likely, somewhere in between. It really just depends on how quickly you knock out the match set and how good (or bad) the competition is. My neck is sore just remembering, but a recent Wimbledon match logged an 11 hour and 5 minute match that was played out over three days! American John Isner battled it out over the long haul with Nicolas Mahut, to win in the 5th set _ score, 70-68. Isner was able to backhand the ball just a hair out of the reach of the Frenchman, Mahut. Both dropped to the ground in exhaustion, the crowd roared and, I imagine, also began massaging the cricks out of each others necks! There is no arguing that these two guys were amazingly matched in skill and endurance, both waiting for the other to crack under the prolonged pressure. If you love tennis, this surely was a much-talked about event over coffee or warm-ups for a good portion of the week. The event did break 12 standing records in the Guinness Book of World Records. Celebrate the love of this time-honored sport with a personalized pub sign with a tennis club theme. Hang it in your personal ñlocker roomî, in a home bar or give to those loyal tennis partners who are standing up for you in your wedding. In fact, these pub signs make such great groomsmen gifts that it will cause a big racquet (of happiness) when the guys open their pub signs up.
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Go Wild - A Fishing Bachelor Party
June, the month filled with the most weddings of the year, is also home to National Fishing and Boating week -- June 5 through 13 in 2010. Just think how genius it would be to combine all these wonderful events into one! Even though you are admittedly a good catch, the bride may not be so big on having the wedding ceremony in a boat with the sea air ruining her hair and makeup. However, your groomsmen and buddies are sure to be up for a bachelor party filled with fishing, friendship and a cooler full of beer. Whether you choose to grab a couple poles put the bass boat out on the lake or are planning a destination deep-sea fishing charter in hopes of reeling in a big one, the point of the fishing and boating bachelor party is just to relax, unwind and bond with your buddies before the big wedding day. Plus, youÍll come back with a good tan which will look great in the wedding portraits! It doesnÍt really matter how many fish you bag, but you will want to have your camera on hand to prove that your fish tale is legit when you come home! DonÍt open a can of worms by forgetting to treat the guys to groomsmen gifts based on the fishing theme. Splurge on new gear such as a top-of-the-line pole or multi-pocket fishing jacket or make a thoughtful gesture with personalized groomsmen gifts such as a rustic cabin sign carved with a big trout and the recipientÍs name.
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Get a Kick Out of the Groom's Cake
Offering a groomÍs cake at your wedding is not a requirement for a good marriage, but certainly a tasteful way to get it off on a good start. The groomÍs cake is a way for the man to get his way (for once) in the wedding planning process. Not to stereotype, but the brideÍs cake will probably look like a tall tower of fluffy white frosting and flowers _ not exactly what a guyÍs guy has in mind. A cake for the groom is a way for him to express his personality, hobbies and passions _ no wonder these creations of sugar and butter usually involve chocolate! We say, invite your groomsmen to join you in a cake-tasting session at your preferred bakery. Chocolate with truffle filling, check! Chocolate with raspberry filling, check! Chocolate with espresso ganache, check! Sure, the bride could come along, but she doesnÍt really need to since the cake creation you choose is all about you! Plus, if she stays home, more samples for you and the buddies. If youÍve ever watched a cake reality show on television (admit it), youÍve no doubt see all sorts of groomÍs cake wonders. From huge fish-shaped cakes to hip-shaking Elvis cakes, there really isnÍt anything you canÍt get a cake baker, err artist, to whip up. In particular, we have a fondness for football and have gotten a kick out of the football stadium cakes. Just let the bakery know your favorite collegiate or pro team and they can cook up a totally detailed stadium complete with a scoreboard, gridiron and thousands of tiny seats. Coordinate your groomsmen gifts to the football theme and hook each up with a stadium printthat has been personalized with his name, a message and the date.
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Gambling Groomsmen Gifts: One Couple's Outrageous Super Bowl Bet
Once again, football season has come to a close. Boo! Time to pull yourself off that recliner and grapple with reality. To some of us, the Super Bowl means nachos, beers, and bets. But one couple had a little more at stake - the entire cost of their wedding - right down to the groomsmen gifts. According to this article, March Schwartz, and his fiancee Carol Sanders, put the entire cost of their lavish affair on the line -- against each other in the Cardinals vs. Steelers face off. The wedding will take place in Catalina Beach, Long Beach in April and it won't be cheap. Although both Schwartz and Sanders are gainfully employed, they had doubts about how they would pay for the big family wedding of their dreams. When they watched their rival teams secure a spot in the Super Bowl, they knew the bet was yet to be! And the couple met at a Super Bowl party, which doubles the cute points. Sanders is a rabid fan of the Arizona Cardinals. And Schwartz loves the Steelers. Schwartz predicted a 40-10 blowout in favor of his Steelers, but gave his fiancee the seven-point spread. Awwww. Looks like the bride will foot the bill for this one! We hope she's not too disappointed: the Cardinals played an amazing game. GroomStand Hint: If your best buds are Steelers fanatics, celebrate the big win with these In the Game signs as commemorative groomsmen gifts. Or if your best boys are down and out in a post-Super Bowl slump, cheer them up with football groomsmen gifts like NFL sports signs or licensed NFL cufflinks. PS. Sanders, when you're searching for those groomsmen gifts, look no further than GroomStand.com.
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March Madness: Wedding Day Dunk
Take a break from shopping for those groomsmen gifts and celebrate the opening of March Madness. Watch this video of a bride that gets dunked on by her groom. Such are the things of lasting love. Most ladies would not, I repeat, would not head to the court on their wedding day. Give it up to this bride! And it's on video. Talk about a gift for the groom that keeps on giving. Ouch! Looks like that hurt. We're amazed her veil didn't fall off. Word of advice, don't dunk on your bride. If you're looking for groomsmen gifts for your basketball buddies, check out this vintage basketball tavern sign. It rocks an old school look any March Madness fan would appreciate. Want to continue shopping? Head to GroomStand for groomsmen gifts that will arrive well before the second quarter of your wedding.
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Astros Pitcher Arrested in Wedding Brawl
Nothing says, “I'm getting married,” like a good old wedding riot. Good thing Brandon Backe didn't get a baseball bat as his groomsmen gift. Houston Astros pitcher Brandon Backe was among 10 people arrested during a wedding day ruckus in Galveston, Texas. The bride's father and brother were also detained. One person was sent to the hospital and police tazed one guest. The "riot" broke out after the reception at a bar in the St. Luis Hotel. This isn't your typical wedding reception melee. Not only was a famous baseball player arrested, police got physical as they took on the wedding guests, which prompted internal affairs to launch an investigation. Many witnesses say that the blue meanies used excessive force. According to the article: "One officer said he hit Backe twice in the face before handcuffing him. Both the officer and Backe sustained minor injuries during the fight." Backe was charged with interfering with a police officer and resisting arrest. Both charges are misdemeanors. He was released on $1,500 bond. We suspect the beat down would have been worse if the groom gave his attendants baseball bats as groomsmen gifts. Seriously, what about weddings bring out the worst in people? Is it the endlessly flowing booze or is there something in the cake? Read the full article here. Don't forget about those groomsmen gifts or you'll have to face the bride's wrath. Hopefully, she's a little more forgiving than the police at this wedding day beat down. GroomStand rule: never fist fight in a tuxedo. Not only will you probably have to buy it, fighting in a tux is only classy for guys like James Bond. Shop GroomStand for groomsmen gifts, gifts for the bride, and other wedding-day accessories.
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Groomsmen Gifts for Spring Weddings: Think Basketball
While wedding season is soon upon us, the NBA season is in full swing. The second round of the NBA Playoffs begins this week. LeBron James was just named the MVP of the league. James is the youngest player ever to win the award. He'll be awarded the most valuable player trophy today. Meanwhile, Kobe Bryant of the LA Lakers has an incredible team that appears destined to go to the NBA finals and face off against the streaking Cavaliers. We know how difficult it can to be to decide on the perfect groomsmen gifts. Simplify the process with basketball-related best man gifts, groomsmen gifts or great father of the bride gifts. If the guys in your wedding appreciate the NBA, basketball-themed gifts are the ideal complement to your summer wedding. This year's finals match-up is sure to a spectacular one, so translate all that playoff drama into your groomsmen gifts for a thank you that the men in your wedding will cherish for years to come. Engraved NBA Cufflinks Keep your groomsman gifts classy and sporty at the same time with these attractive cufflinks. These NBA Cufflinks can be personalized with your friend's favorite basketball team. It's the best man gift that will put your stylish friend back in the game - even if he's not going gray quite yet. Personalized Vintage Basketball Tavern Signs Is your wedding coming up and you still have no clue what to get for groomsmen gifts? Look no further than this appealing Personalized Vintage Basketball Tavern Sign. It's the perfect groomsmen gift for your bachelor groomsmen whose billiards or poker rooms are in desperate need of adequate decoration. Personalized Party Tub Cooler Make sure your groomsmen stay chill with this Party Tub Cooler. It makes a great gift for those guys attending your wedding who are too lazy to get up and grab a cold one from the fridge. Now, when you're watching the playoffs with your friends, you'll never be the one to grab the beers because this cooler will be right by your groomsmen or best man's side! Personalized Sedona Bonded Leather Professional Poker Set The NBA isn't for every guy. If your best man is the lone man out when it comes to the excitement and intrigue of basketball, give Sedona Bonded Leather Pro Poker Set. He'll marvel at the beautiful leather case, the 150 deluxe 11.5 gram poker chips, and the five casino quality dice. It will giving you valuable time to watch those big playoff game moments, and keeps any complaints to change the channel to a minimum. Shop GroomStand for some more great groomsmen gifts!
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Are You Ready for Some Football?
Show Some Team Spirit with a Football Cake Topper and Groomsmen Gifts Toss that traditional (boring) bride and groom cake topper. In our previous blog, we featured hilarious grooms cakes. This custom mascot football cake topper from Magic Mud tops off your football-themed cake. If your lady's not the biggest fan of football cake toppers for the wedding cake (few brides are), put it on the groom's cake. Once you have a football cake topper in mind, check out our football groomsmen gifts. If your buddy claimed victory over his fantasy football pool, check out this fantasy football beer stein and this fantasy football plaque. Football groomsmen gifts make every guy feel like a winner, even if his team lost the game. Now, are you ready for some shopping? Find everything you'll need for the big day (football or otherwise) at Groomstand.com.
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Don't Fumble Your Super Bowl Party: Groomsmen Gifts and More for the Big Game
Have you ever attended an incredibly lame Super Bowl party? You know the one: No one talks and there's not a nacho in sight. Then the guy's uncool wife runs interference and demands that you change channels until halftime. Don't be a Super Bowl party pooper! The Cardinals vs. Steelers should be a real showdown. Tackle party planning with a massive television, a few groomsmen gifts, and of course - beer. A Man's Got to Eat: Super Bowl Snacks Beside the game, the Super Bowl is all about finger food. Your fellow carnivores will show up (late) and demand to be fed. If you don't have an actual meal, the refs will call your party LAME. Remember, the Super Bowl and the Glutton Bowl go hand in hand. Pick up cheese plates and hot wings. Order a couple six-foot-long subs from the deli and a few pizzas. If you're a Steeler's fan create french-fry-injected sandwiches (a Pittsburgh favorite). If you root for the Cardinals smother everything in chipotle or make a chilly cheese dip. For more festive football food, brand steaks with your team's initials. Beer Me: Engraved Barware and Glassware We're sorry, but if you don't have beer at your Super Bowl party, it will be incredibly lame. We attended a few beerless Super Bowl parties in the past. Sure, the host served Pepsi and wine but c'mon! If you can't afford a couple six packs or a keg, write BYOB on the invitation. Stock up on groomsmen gifts like pilsner glasses, NFL beer steins, and football shot glasses. Keep the cooler close so you don't have to run to the fridge during important plays. Restock it at halftime. Prep the Man Cave (Mental Note: Get Giant TV) Prep the man cave before your Super Bowl party. First and foremost, you'll need a gargantuan flat screen. No one wants to spend the Super Bowl huddled around a mini TV (anything less than 30 inches). Rent a big screen. Super Bowl rule of thumb: the TV must have enough pixels so that you could see the dew on the field. Festoon your mantuary with festive steamers and balloons. Turn your dining room table into a mini-football field with a green table cloth, a football dip bowl (what, you don't have one?) and football action figures. Finally, grace those bare white walls with a personalized NFL sports sign to show you're serious about sports. When you get all the glory for having the best Super Bowl party, thank Groomstand. PS. there's still time to get your football-themed groomsmen gifts before the Big Game, so hurry!
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