Imagine planning a lovely wedding, arranging every detail with care, only to arrive at your venue and find things missing. We’re not talking minor things, like being short one centerpiece or a couple of aisle runners. What if there are no plates, utensils, or linens on the tables? That’s a recipe for instant panic. Thankfully, […]

You want to create a once-in-a-lifetime experience for you and your partner to tie the knot, but you don’t want to pick a common destination or setting. With more nations including marriage equality as their “law of the land,” finding places to wed your sweetheart is becoming easier than ever. Whether you’re in love with […]

On June 26, 2015, the United States Supreme Court ruled to legalize same-sex marriage across the country. Since the ruling, thousands of nontraditional couples have come together. If you haven’t already found yourself invited to a same-sex wedding, you may soon. Keep these etiquette tips for attendees in mind when deciding whether to attend a […]

The decision to marry your partner can be an exciting one. However, there are a ton of obstacles you are going to encounter along the road to your big day. In order to rise to these challenges, it is best to ensure you are on the same page as your significant other. Open communication can […]

Though the concept of marriage has been around for quite a while, the traditions and customs surrounding the act have changed thousands of times over. In fact, couples nowadays are approaching marriage in a very different way than their parents did. From uncertain economic futures to unprecedented global events, there are plenty of forces dictating […]

You’ve probably heard the sage advice to keep an eye on your physical and mental health as you count down the months before saying “I do.” For some individuals, it can be tempting to try to lose weight or “bulk up” before the big day. However, it’s a good idea to stay mindful of some […]

It isn’t always easy to make a wedding feel true to your personality. Since these events follow a certain format, you may find yourself checking boxes off a list instead of giving your nuptials proper personal attention. For same-sex couples, there is the added challenge of finding rituals that don’t rely on traditional gender roles. […]

In old vaudeville shows, performers were often known to end their acts by repeating the phrase “no applause, just throw money.” The joke was a light way of nudging the audience into providing actual compensation for the entertainment they’d just received. The reason for dancing around and being indirect is simple: Asking for money is […]

The idea of standing before your friends and relatives on your wedding day can be both an exciting and terrifying thought. While many couples merely need to smile and listen to the officiant, there are plenty who opt to include personal vows in their ceremonies. Reading the vows can produce anxiety in and of itself, […]

Weddings are stressful. You want everything to go as planned. There are so many traditional events over the weekend, from the rehearsal, rehearsal dinner, the wedding and reception, a day-after party and the send-off to the honeymoon. And let’s not forget picture-taking, dancing, cutting the cake and so much more. Many couples reminisce that they […]