Weddings have changed a great deal in the last century thanks to shifting societal norms and couples’ desires for meaningful, personalized experiences. Yet some vestiges of older traditions remain. Even modern wedding planning is often based on the assumption that both spouses-to-be have roughly equal representation in their guest list. A lopsided guest count can […]

As an engaged couple, you may already be considering ways that you can budget and cut costs for your upcoming wedding. At the same time, your guests will also incur expenses of their own. You’d love for them to share in your happiness, but you may worry about your celebration taking big bites out of […]

Wedding costs are steadily rising while social values rapidly shift. Marriage equality is part of the total picture, but frugality and the desire to break with tradition also impact today’s trends. Elopement is becoming a more popular option, with modern couples adopting slightly different approaches to the practice. Is elopement right for you and your […]

Your wedding party is comprised of some of your closest, most trusted friends and family members. The people who stand with you on your big day are usually the people you have grown alongside and have helped shape you into the person you are today. Unfortunately, these people might also drive you insane and bring […]

Astrology is having an undoubtedly big pop-culture moment. The Guardian reported in March 2018 that horoscope readership has skyrocketed in the last few years. It’s also gaining popularity with adults under 35, who look to it either for guidance or a mental framework to help understand our world. Mashable revealed that the number of queer […]

Depending on where you’re from, weddings might have a lot of specific customs and rituals attached to them. Still, not everyone adheres to a strict list of traditions for their own ceremonies. Some couples prefer to go with the flow while planning their events and make the most of things by selecting engaging and sentimental […]

These days, it has become more and more popular for couples to ask friends and family members to be involved in their weddings in creative ways. Personalized gifts and sentimental messages are the perfect combination when you’re looking to involve the people you care about in your big day. While you might already have a […]

Planning for your wedding can easily become a very expensive process. While you might not be trying to put together an event to rival European royalty, you still need to make sure you cover expenses like food, alcohol, photography, and other essentials. Though your plans can easily become a bit pricier than you intended, there […]

Nowadays, almost everything can be handled via the internet. Whether you’re looking to pay some bills, book a table at a restaurant, or do all of your shopping without changing out of your pajamas, hopping online is a simple and straightforward solution. As you continue to plan for your upcoming wedding, you might be curious […]

According to Wedding Wire’s Kim Forrest, around 19 percent of surveyed couples planned their weddings in six months or less. Whether it’s unexpected life developments, the perfect event date that you can’t pass up, or it just “feels right” to take the plunge, you and your sweetie may decide to tie the knot sooner rather […]