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How Not To Plan Your Wedding

Planning a wedding can be fun, but it also can be frustrating. And at times, it may feel mind-boggling. You could be tempted to throw caution to the wind and do whatever you want. It’s your special day after all, right? Maybe so, but you still need a solid plan for your event. Experts weigh […]

The Biggest Challenges Involved in Planning an Intimate Wedding

Weddings come in all shapes and sizes. Some couples want to have the type of event seen in movies and during telecasts of royal nuptials. However, not all people are as enticed by the grandiose. For many, the perfect wedding is one that is as small as it is intimate. Though it may paint a […]

Simple Ways To Save When Planning Your Big Day

Throwing a wedding can easily cost a small fortune. While you might be prepared to spend a good amount on your event, it can be helpful to know that there are plenty of ways to cut corners. Review these tips and find the best ways to save when putting together the details of your big […]

Practice the Art of Mindfulness While Getting Married

For plenty of couples, the experience of planning and celebrating a wedding can go by in a whirlwind of emotions and half-remembered moments. Since you’re putting a lot into this event, it stands to reason you want to enjoy it and be present in body, mind, and spirit. Naturally, this requires a bit of work. […]

Five Tips for Being a Good Guest at a Same-Sex Wedding

It’s an honor and a joy to be invited to witness the union of two hearts in marriage. With any wedding, there are certain things you should do as a good guest. Responding to an RSVP and showing up on time are just two things every guest should do. While these are good tips for […]

Stay Within Your Wedding Budget With These Tips

When you’re getting married, it’s all about details: schedules, contracts, accessories, and of course, your budget. You think you’ve carefully devised your spending plan, but costs seem to creep upward as you hire vendors, choose flowers, shop for décor, and order your attire. If these expenses surprise you, you’re not alone. Fortunately, you can fight […]

Tips and Ideas for a Mixed-Gender Wedding Party

Whether you’re eschewing gender-based wedding customs, being more inclusive, prioritizing relationships over tradition or some combination of the three, it’s entirely up to you to decide who’s going to stand next to you and your spouse-to-be when tying the knot. Gone are the days when a bride has to have a maid of honor for […]

A Quick Guide to Virtual Vendor Shopping

Virtual wedding planning tools were a thing before COVID-19. But now, they’ve made designing your big day a lot easier. As the pandemic progressed, wedding vendors moved more tools and services online. Whether you’re starting to plan or don’t know what’s out there, learning about these tools can make your life easier. This brief guide […]

Officiant Options for Your Queer or Transgender Wedding

Marriage equality is the law of the land, thanks to the Obergefell v. Hodges Supreme Court decision in 2015. Nevertheless, some queer and transgender people have faced difficulties trying to find officiants for their wedding ceremonies. If you’re stuck without someone to solemnize your union, consider these potentially useful officiant options. Try a Justice of […]

Covering All Your Bases When Planning a Wedding Shower

The concept of the wedding shower dates back to Holland in the 16th century. Basically, a bride whose family couldn’t afford a dowry was thrown a party. At this party family and friends could provide support in the form of gifts and money. The basic idea remains the same in modern times. Now it’s common […]