The last few years have undoubtedly been a whirlwind for most people. Though there’s been clashes and instances of social unrest across the world, the biggest impact came from the spread of COVID-19. The changes that went into effect across the planet warped the way that almost everyone lived their daily lives. Of all the […]

With all that’s been going on recently with COVID-19, it’s hard for those getting married to have the traditional weddings they have dreamed about since childhood. As times change, so do weddings. Here are some wedding trends to watch. Micro-Wedding Trends Smaller is better, at least when it comes to social distancing at weddings. The […]

As someone in the wedding business, it’s important to stay on top of what’s new and relevant in your industry. Whether you’re an officiant, a planner, or a vendor, you never know whose nuptials you’ll be working on. With same-sex marriages now legal as well as increased awareness of transgender, nonbinary, and gender nonconforming persons, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Getting engaged can be an exciting time in your life. While you may feel the thrill right away, you probably also have a few concerns about planning your wedding. For same-sex couples, there can be a lot of confusion surrounding the process. LGBT couples were only given the right to wed in recent years, meaning […]

Let’s face it: Wedding flowers can be expensive. According to Brides writers Heather Lee and Elizabeth Mitchell, flowers and floral arrangements make up around 10% of the typical wedding budget. Most couples shell out between $700 and $2,500 for their arrangements, but it’s not uncommon to spend as much as $11,000. Maybe you’re working with […]

Getting engaged can be the start of an exciting adventure. While marriage has long been an important ritual, gay and lesbian couples were denied the right to marry in the United States until recent years. Therefore, plenty of LGBTQ couples feel a bit lost when it comes to the best way to discuss a same-sex […]