Your best friend or sister just got engaged, and they’ve asked you to be the maid of honor at their wedding! You might feel honored or emotional or just plain excited…but what exactly did you just agree to? What responsibilities will you have and will you have any special roles at the ceremony? A lot of this depends on what …
5 Benefits of a Fall Wedding
Every season has pros and cons of having a wedding at that time. Summer might have nice weather for a beach wedding, but the humidity could impede guests enjoying the outdoor ceremony. Winter could mean marrying under a gentle snow; however, the chill that comes with winter may keep all guests inside. Spring may bring the early blooms, but spring …
5 Wedding Trends for 2020
While weddings are timeless, some wedding trends are not. Trends come and go, and already in 2020, some trends are really standing out. As we move into the year, let’s take a look at some new wedding trends. It’s all about color The Pantone color of the year is a classic blue, which we will see added to elements of …
Easy Ways to Make Your Wedding Budget Go Further
You’re engaged, and everyone is asking you how wedding planning is going. You probably answer that it’s going great and start talking about the dream dress you’re ordering. But what if you’re worried about your budget? You have options that can help you stretch your budget further and make your dream wedding a reality. Use What Resources You Have We’ve …
Wedding Rehearsal Dinner 101
Whether you have only the wedding party, or out-of-town guests as well; you will need to know what to expect, or the do’s and don’ts of a wedding rehearsal dinner. Everyone has their own way of doing things, so the dinner and expectations can change depending on the couple. However; the basics will usually remain the same. No matter what …
6 Ways to Pull Off a Wedding That’s Both Traditional And Modern
Some couples want to have both traditional and modern elements at their wedding ー the best of both worlds. A wedding can be a blending of the old and the new, with two people starting their lives together as a couple. Tradition is key because your guests will expect those elements that every wedding has no matter where it takes …
What You Should Keep In Mind When Hiring a Wedding DJ
One of the most popular options for wedding receptions is a dance party. Some people prefer live music and others just make a playlist and don’t stress the details. Those are both great options that can work depending on your priorities, but the most common option is hiring a DJ. There are a lot of perks, chiefly that DJs already …
Pros and Cons of a Destination Wedding
After you get engaged, one of your first choices is what sort of wedding you want. One option available to you is a destination wedding. This will probably change every other choice you make from your dress to your wedding date. Is a destination wedding right for you? That likely depends on where your priorities lie. This pro and con …
DIY Wedding Cake: Make Your Own Cake Frosting
Not everyone likes the same kind of frosting on a cake. For that matter, not everyone likes the same kind of cake. If you find that you’re not really sure what kind of icing you want on your wedding cake, a good way to tell is just to make a couple cakes yourself and see! This is a solid method …
5 Wedding Prep Mistakes You May Be Making
Wedding planning can be overwhelming and might take you by surprise. It’s not something most people are used to as for many people they’re a once in a lifetime event. Everyone is likely to make a mistake somewhere along the way. Hopefully these will be small and caught early-on while they’re easily managed. Here are five of the most common …