There are certain moments during a wedding that tend to stand out as truly memorable. The kiss shared between the couple once the union is official is a great example of this. However, you don’t need to put much thought behind this moment from a planning perspective. Selecting the right song for your first dance, […]
Outdoor weddings are incredibly common. Of all the possible settings couples can select, a beach wedding tends to be high on the list of popularity. While there are many perks to tying the knot by the sea, there are also risks to keep in mind. All nuptials conducted in nature come with inherent considerations like […]
The process of planning a wedding often receives a lot of attention. However, less emphasis is placed on celebrating the first anniversary a couple experiences after tying the knot. It’s likely you will want to mark the occasion in a special way when approaching your first anniversary. If that’s the case, review this quick guide […]
Wedding trends change at a pace that can be impossible to track. If you’re someone who wants to throw a wedding that hits all of the right marks in terms of “what’s hot,” then turning to the experts is one of the best ways to achieve your goal. For some couples, the desire to be […]
When a couple has made the big decision to tie the knot, the people who are closest to them tend to want to celebrate. According to tradition, it was once customary for the parents of the bride to host an engagement party. However, this has gone out the window due to shifting gender roles, same-sex […]
Many married couples, queer and straight, exchange vows that pledge loyalty and unity “for better or worse” and “in sickness and in health.” Life comes with its own share of twists and turns that can present challenges to a marriage, particularly mental health issues such as depression. While this low mood or aversion to activity […]
Getting engaged might be an obvious choice when you love your partner but knowing how to plan a wedding can often prove far more difficult. Same-sex couples often grapple with the fact that many existing wedding traditions are broken down by gender. For example, it can seem silly to refer to your shower as a […]
Amid fears that the Supreme Court is going to repeal Roe v. Wade, there are concerns that the landmark Obergefell v. Hodges same-sex marriage decision may be the next to go under the conservative Court. In response, states are taking action to codify same-sex marriage rights in case Obergefell is overturned. Meanwhile, laws ensuring same-sex […]
We are social creatures, and marriage is strongly linked to our need for family, community, and belonging. It also provides us with a means to grapple with our mortality. The love that we share with a lifelong partner is a bond that gives us meaning that transcends our physical bodies. Marriage is a beautiful idea. […]
Of the more than 860 million words you’ll say in the course of your lifetime, there may be none more important than your wedding vows. These are the promises you make to your beloved in front of your friends and family, and in front of whatever deity you may believe in. When it comes to […]
