Don’t Want a Traditional Wedding? Try These Alternatives
While most of us think of large, traditional weddings when we think of weddings, there are plenty of alternative ceremonies for couples looking for a smaller scale or simpler wedding. Here are a few of our favorites.
Category: Wedding Planning
Last Name Considerations for LGBTQ+ Couples
For LGBTQ+ couples who are about to be married, the question of what to do about last names can be a tough one. There are a number of options - but some come with additional legal hurdles. Here's what you need to know.
Category: Marriage
Odd Origins of Some Common Wedding Traditions
From wearing something blue to freezing the cake, weddings have some pretty memorable and unique traditions. But where do they all come from? The origins of your favorite wedding traditions might surprise you.
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Tips for Bridesmaids During the COVID-19 Pandemic
If you've been a bridesmaid, then you know that that role can have a lot of unforeseen responsibilities. In COVID, you're probably dealing with even more. Here's how to be a good bridesmaid in our difficult times.
Category: Wedding Planning
Questions You Can Ask To Decide if You’re Ready for Marriage
Society puts pressure on couples to get married, but it's important to step back and evaluate if you're really ready for that big step. Here are some questions you can ask yourself to gauge whether that's right for you.
Category: Marriage
Use Your Wedding To Support Causes That Matter to You
One uplifting 2020 trend is couples foregoing wedding gifts, and instead requesting charitable donations to causes close to their hearts. If you're in a financial place to do so, consider donations over gifts.
Category: Wedding Materials
A Quick Guide to Save-the-Date Cards
COVID-19 has put a pin in most weddings this summer (and potentially beyond). But that means that save-the-date cards are even more critical now than ever! Keep your guests informed with these save-the-date tips.
Category: Wedding Materials
A New Normal? What You Should Know About Wedding Planning in 2020
If your wedding is set for summer of 2020, you're most likely unsure exactly what your wedding day will look like. Whether you're keeping your date, pushing it back, or livestreaming, safety will be the biggest concern.
Category: Wedding Planning
Rethinking Wedding Plans Because of COVID-19? Here’s What You Should Know
Unfortunately, the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak across the globe has couples who were going to be wed this summer having to seriously rethink their plans. Here's what to do if you need to postpone your wedding.
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How To Be Realistic When It Comes to a Wedding Budget
When planning a wedding, it's easy to let your wedding budget get away from you. Knowing your monetary limits, when to go DIY, and how to think outside the box are all crucial parts of planning within your means.
Category: Wedding Planning