Key Takeaways Many queer couples want wedding ceremony language that reflects both their relationship and their faith. A blessing can bring spiritual meaning into the ceremony in a way that feels warm, personal, and rooted in tradition. Why Do Faith-Based Wedding Blessings Matter for Some Queer Couples? A wedding blessing can add affirmation, family meaning, […]

How can queer couples plan a wedding ceremony that feels personal and rooted in nature? Check out these ideas for a pagan and Earth-based ceremony. Key Takeaways Many marriage ceremonies still follow scripts shaped by Christian traditions, gender roles, and standard wedding language. Alternatively, pagan and Earth-based ceremonies give queer couples more room to center nature […]

Remember the old movies when a wedding’s grand exit involved tossing rice? With new safety and ecological concerns, this and other methods are slowly on their way out. Whether you’re concerned about safety, protecting the environment, or doing something more creative, you’ve got plenty of other options at your disposal. Take a look at some […]

Couples put a lot of thought into how they will dress for their weddings. When you’ve spent endless hours seeking out the perfect look, you may feel like you don’t want to even consider any other possibilities once the decision has been made. However, there is one big choice that might impact your decision. Namely, […]

What matters most to your wedding guests? According to Wedding Wire’s Kim Forrest, at least of third of them will care about your bar. Whether you’re working with your primary caterer, hiring a mobile bar vendor, or taking a DIY approach, you must put some thought into your drink menu. You don’t need to go […]

When planning your wedding, you probably take a lot of time to think over who you would like to have in attendance. Family members and friends are obvious, but there may be some other loving presences in your life that you want to include. These days, pets are more involved in their owners’ lives than […]

While millions of people have tied the knot while implementing different cultural influences and customs, the “something old, something new” tradition is one that continues to transcend boundaries. The old English rhyme was as follows: Something old, something new, Something borrowed, something blue, And a sixpence for her shoe. For many nuptials, the bride will […]

Your wedding is not only a significant life milestone, but it’s also an event packed with many logistical details. Not only that, it can exhibit its own set of aesthetic and thematic qualities. With that said, it’s easy to become overwhelmed by the multitudinous minutiae you encounter while planning. After reading multiple articles on style […]

The people who comprise your wedding party are likely your closest friends and family members. Whether you’re having a destination event or hosting a DIY affair in your hometown, you’re going to be making demands of some variety on the members of your wedding party. The bridesmaids and groomsmen often have to take on dozens […]

Many couples personalize their weddings, making these events unique through minor details or building the entire day with distinctive touches from the ground up. Some try to achieve a customized look and feel through handcrafted projects such as décor, invitations, programs, favors, and other niceties. However, it is possible to go overboard, and it’s not […]