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4 Great Ideas For Your Winter Honeymoon

One of the most frequent honeymoon destinations is going to the beach for the summer. However, if you aren’t much of a summer person and have opted to have a winter wedding, you might be wondering what to do to celebrate your marriage with your new spouse and escape the pressures of planning your wedding. This is especially true this …

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5 Wedding Podcasts to Listen to For Wedding Planning

Wedding planning can be a lot of work. Sometimes, you might not know where to start in the planning. In this age of digital media, there are podcasts devoted to helping you plan the wedding of your dreams. Here are five wedding planning podcasts that can help in the planning of your wedding. Wedding Planning Podcast Kara Lamerato, known as …

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Hosting a Virtual Bachelorette Party or Baby Shower

If you’re currently planning a wedding or are about to have a baby, you may wonder how you can have the special parties you were looking forward to with your friends and family while also making sure to keep everyone safe from the Covid-19 pandemic. Chances are you’ve already made adjustments to your wedding day plans; perhaps you are eloping …

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5 Non-Traditional Wedding Styles for the Groom

The internet is filled with unique styles for a bride, but we hear little about non-traditional styles for the groom. When thinking about a unique style for the groom, consider changing one aspect of the traditional attire. Here are five non-traditional wedding styles for the groom. For A Non-Traditional Bowtie Switchwood makes bow tie sets from wood for a groom …

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3 Big Tips For Being Your Own Advocate As You Plan Your Wedding

We’ve all heard horror stories about people who lost control of their own weddings. We’ve seen the pictures of the new mother-in-law who decided to attend her son’s wedding in a bridal gown because it’s “her big day, too!” You’ve likely heard horror stories about being forced to have a wedding that wasn’t really about the couple getting married. How …

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4 Tips for Elopement Planning

While an elopement does not include all of the activities of a traditional wedding, that doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t plan for the event. Eloping is generally more spontaneous, but there are still steps you should follow to ensure things go smoothly. Here are four steps to consider in planning your elopement. Remember To Check the Laws In Your State …

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Famous Weddings: The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge

If you’re currently planning your wedding, you may find some trends that pop up over and over again. The 2011 wedding of Prince William and Catherine “Kate” Middleton, now the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, has influenced the wedding industry and may have influenced some of your own wedding choices without you even realizing it! Let’s explore the romantic wedding …

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Top 4 Wedding Dresses For a Fall Wedding

The fall can be a challenging time for your wedding as changing weather can impact the style of your dress. Often fall is still mild enough to allow outdoor weddings, but incorporating a sleeve component may be wise. Here are four gowns that we offer and recommend for fall weddings. Classic Beaded Lace This a-line dress has an option with …

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Planning the Perfect Winter Wonder Wedding

Right now, the summer heat probably means that snow, cozy fireplaces, and hearty winter dinners are pretty far from your mind. But if you’re planning a winter wedding, you’re likely thinking about what cold-weather appropriate touches you’ll be able to bring to your wedding to keep things feeling cozy and romantic. Here are 6 ways to bring the season into …

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Pros and Cons of Mismatched Bridesmaid Dresses

Much discussion has taken place regarding matching or mismatched bridesmaid dresses on your wedding day. Each side of the discussion has pros and cons, so you need to consider all your options before making an ultimate decision. Here are two pros and two cons for mismatched bridesmaid dresses. Pro: Mismatching Allows Bridesmaids to Shop For Their Skin Tone and Body …