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 […]

When it comes to traditions that date back many years, weddings are near the top of the list. Marriages have existed for as far back as recorded history goes. Some form of marriage ceremony exists in almost all cultures on the planet. The joining of two individuals is an important tradition that helps people to […]

Making a guest list for a wedding isn’t always straightforward. Budget considerations aside, family dynamics come into play. Sadly, many people still aren’t affirming of the LGBTQIA community, which can bring even more drama into a wedding. Making the difficult choice of whether to invite someone or not due to their politics or attitude toward […]

When you’ve been invited to a wedding celebration, you may feel inspired to write a few words in a greeting card, a guestbook, an email, or a social media post. You’re happy for the special couple and want to wish them well, not just for the big day, but for their life ahead also. This […]

While plenty of people go above and beyond when putting together the details of their weddings, there are countless individuals who are not interested in large or lavish affairs. For a number of same-sex couples, the idea of a small and intimate gathering of loved ones is far more appealing. However, a small wedding reception […]

The Pew Research Center released a new study that looks at views on same-sex marriage in 24 countries around the world. The continent with the most representation is Europe while the Middle East has the least amount of representation in the study. The current study illuminates some interesting findings about global views on same-sex marriage. […]

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, […]

LGBTQ+ marriages are more visible today than they were before the Obergefell decision in 2015, but that doesn’t mean that all wedding vendors are inclusive. It can be demeaning to fall in love with a particular vendor only to discover that they aren’t supportive of same-sex marriage. Avoid confusion and disappointment by putting on your […]

Planning a wedding is said to be one of the most stressful experiences a person can go through in life. While there will be some headaches on the horizon, you don’t need to let the frustrations overwhelm you. When you and your partner decide to get married, one way to relieve stress is by looking […]