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, […]

Your wedding outfits can shape how you feel the whole day, not just how you look in photos.  Key Takeaways For some LGBTQ couples, finding the right wedding attire can be frustrating because many stores still push people toward narrow ideas of what they’re supposed to wear on their big day. Some people want a […]

Sharing an engagement with a disapproving family gets easier when you protect your joy first. Key Takeaways Sharing an engagement should feel exciting, but the moment can quickly become complicated when you know some family members may struggle with the news. Some LGBTQ couples feel fully supported from the start, while others spend more time […]

Weddings are joyful celebrations of love and commitment, but they can also leave a significant ecological footprint. From the decorations and travel to catering and waste, traditional weddings can have a substantial impact on the environment. However, as awareness about sustainability grows, more couples are planning their wedding so it’s not only beautiful and memorable […]

Anticipation can be complicated. While a sense of excitement is present, there is also an underlying worry that something will go awry. This is typically the case with weddings. Throughout history, couples have gone to all kinds of lengths to ward off bad spirits and gain as good luck. To this day, people will follow […]

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 […]

There are a lot of details to keep in mind when you’re planning a wedding. While plenty of couples go to extremes in order to guarantee success from all angles, there are most likely going to be some obstacles. In fact, a majority of people planning their dream weddings are likely to run into a […]

Attending a wedding can be a blessing and a curse for some. While it is wonderful to get together with people you care about to celebrate the happy couple, bringing a gift to the event can often prove complicated. Since you don’t want to show up empty handed, it is wise to put a bit […]