Same-sex couples are free to marry legally throughout the United States, thanks to the landmark decision of the Supreme Court in 2015. Millions of people can now have their unions solemnized and are entitled to all the rights afforded within. As a queer person who wants to marry the love of your life, you may […]
Couples around the world have been forced to postpone their weddings thanks to the COVID-19 crisis. As they reschedule, they find their events shifting to different dates and seasons. With many spring and summer nuptials now slated for fall and winter, how can couples make these changes work for their themes and décor? Several experts […]
The decision to get engaged can be a huge step in your relationship. Though this is a special time, studies suggest that planning a wedding can make couples feel stressed and disconnected. One way to avoid this is by practicing techniques to develop better communication with your partner. Look over these tips and learn how […]
As a newly bonded same-sex interracial couple, your journey together is just beginning. Cross-cultural understanding will be needed as part of the quest in loving each other. If you think that marriage or long-term partnership may be a possibility, it’s also crucial for you two to learn how to forge a life together, which includes […]
When it comes to LGBTQ+ acceptance, representation in film, literature and other media is important. How LGBTQ+ people are depicted in arts and entertainment can impact the mental health of queer and trans youth. This is especially true for those who are in unsupportive, non-affirming environments. With the increase in visibility and acceptance of queer […]
Choosing a wedding party is hard on anyone, but sometimes same-sex couples feel the pressure even more because their friends don’t always fall into traditional gender roles or friendship roles. If you or your partner have been struggling to choose the people for your wedding party, these tips may help you finalize the list so […]
How many times have you been to a wedding and seen half-eaten plates of cake lying around? Perhaps you’ve seen the sweet pièce de résistance, a saccharine frilly fondant-covered towering cake, and wondered if you should partake. Need help making up your mind in the great wedding cake debate? Here are a few things to […]
Getting engaged is a big step toward tying the knot with your significant other. Though it does not require as much planning as the wedding, per se, you probably are going to put a lot of thought behind this decision. In the past, it was common for “popping the question” to be something of a […]
Creating a guest list for your wedding can offer you many unique challenges. While you and your significant other most likely have extensive lists of family, friends, and other associates, it is important to whittle down the numbers so you can create a sensible list. For many, this can prove to be quite difficult. You […]
With many nations around the world legalizing same-sex wedded unions within the last decade, their societies’ definitions of marriages are also shifting. While the concept of polyamorous or “open” relationships is not new, the advent of marriage equality in the United States adds a new dimension to this entire issue. More couples, including those in […]
