Key Takeaways Many LGBTQ couples want a wedding ceremony that reflects both their relationship and their faith. For couples who attend church, come from a religious family, or want a clergy-led service, choosing the right officiant can shape the whole tone of the ceremony. Asking a few direct questions before you choose an officiant can […]

Key Takeaways For many LGBTQ couples, briefly mentioning marriage equality can honor the history that made the moment possible while still keeping the vows warm and personal. The strongest vows usually do that by connecting the larger history to the couple’s own story. When Should Wedding Vows Mention the History of Marriage Equality? Marriage equality […]

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 […]

A shared proposal can reflect a relationship built on equality instead of old gender roles. Key Takeaways Many people grow up thinking that a wedding proposal has to follow the same script: One partner plans the moment, and the other says “yes.” That model doesn’t fit every relationship.  In LGBTQ relationships, where traditional gender roles […]

Wedding party titles don’t have to follow tradition. A few simple name changes can help your wedding feel more welcoming and personal.  Key Takeaways Not every couple wants to use traditional wedding terms like “bridesmaids” and “groomsmen.” For many LGBTQ couples, those labels feel too narrow, too gendered, or simply out of step with the […]

What does marriage mean to LGBTQ couples now that marriage equality is the law nationwide? Key Takeaways Ten years after the Supreme Court legalized same-sex marriage nationwide, marriage still matters to many LGBTQ adults under 50. Pew Research shows that many still see marriage as part of their future, even as their views on children, […]

You can protect your partner’s privacy while still preparing for your big day if you’re planning a wedding when one partner is still partially in the closet. Key Takeaways Wedding planning can feel more complicated for LGBTQ couples when one partner is out and the other isn’t fully. Family expectations, privacy concerns, and basic wedding […]

Your wedding offers a chance to proclaim your love for your partner in front of all the people who matter to you. While the event is meant to carry emotional significance, it’s also easy to forget this when stressing over the details. If you find yourself overwhelmed by planning, you might benefit from adding a […]

It’s no secret that while wedding ceremonies are about the two people getting married, they’re also about celebrating and solemnizing the union in the presence of the couple’s village of family and friends. Although same-sex couples can legally marry in the United States, many are faced with the challenge of overcoming cultural and religious hurdles […]

After tying the knot, you might find the transition into domestic life is more difficult than you’d initially imagined. Most couples experience some growing pains during this shift, so don’t be too hard on yourself when things are awkward or uncomfortable. Still, you should take note of areas where you’re experiencing issues. Addressing these problems […]