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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 …

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4 Creative Wedding Cocktails

One way to make your wedding guests ooh and ahh at your wedding is to serve fantastic drinks. While many couples may have a special favorite drink in mind or will have their bartender or caterer come up with something unique, you may want to come up with something yourself. These four tasty recipes are all great options that can …

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5 Wedding Podcasts to Listen To During Quarantine

Planning a wedding during this time of quarantine can be tough because you can’t have in person meetings. While you can have virtual meetings with your wedding planning team, as a bride, you might want extra advice for planning your big day. Podcasts can assist in adding to your planning knowledge. Here are 5 wedding podcasts to listen to during …

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Why You Should Consider Engagement Ring Shopping as a Couple

Are you feeling a little overwhelmed at the idea of shopping for an engagement ring for your partner? You may want to consider going shopping with your significant other so they can choose their own engagement ring. This is a great way to make sure you both end up happy with the choice. Here are a few reasons to keep …

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5 Websites and Apps to Plan Your Wedding During Quarantine

Getting married is all about planning no matter the time of year your wedding takes place. With the way the world is right now, it is tough to plan and obtain some items you may need for your wedding day. The good thing about technology is that you can plan and order online. Here are five apps and websites to …