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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 …

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How to Plan a Separate Legal Ceremony

When it comes to weddings, most people spend their time planning the elaborate ceremony and reception meant to mark and celebrate their love; sometimes the legal commitment is an afterthought while you’re planning. Depending on who you wish to officiate your wedding ceremony and the kind of wedding you want, you may find that you need to have a separate …

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5 Favorite Non-Alcoholic Drink Ideas for Your Wedding Reception

There are many reasons why you might choose to refrain from serving liquor at your wedding reception. Alcohol isn’t everyone’s cup of tea (see what we did there?) and skimping on the alcohol certainly doesn’t mean skimping on delicious, sophisticated beverages that’ll have your guests begging for the recipe long after the party. Here are 5 of our favorite thirst-quenchers …

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Playful Activities for Your Wedding Reception

The advantage of modern day weddings is that the sky’s the limit with how you want your day to look and feel. Even though many wedding traditions have stood the test of time, there are always new activities being added to the event. Take your wedding reception for example. You don’t just have to have a dinner, speeches, and dancing. …

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A DIY Wedding Updo With a Professional Look

It’s no secret; weddings are expensive. For every item in your wedding, there is a price tag. Your dress. Your bridesmaids’ dresses. The venue. Tuxedos. Flowers. Place Settings. Food. Centerpieces… Before you know it, you’re clutching your chest and your purse. Since the tradition of the bride’s parents paying for the wedding, or at least all of the wedding, is …

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Historical Wedding Traditions

Not every wedding is the same, but every wedding has one thing in common: tradition. More than just a song in a popular musical, tradition is considered sacred among many and is held to the most specific detail in many weddings. Do you ever wonder where some traditions originated and why they’re such important parts of weddings in the United …

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Dancing with Dad: Father/Daughter Dance Song Ideas for your Wedding Day

If we’re being honest, wedding ceremonies and receptions highlight and celebrate many more relationships than just the one being cemented that day. Sure, the Big One is the relationship between the bride and groom, but from the outset of most ceremonies, another relationship is pretty front-and-center, and the touchstone for the moment that usually starts the ‘worrying about running mascara’ …

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‘Spring’ into Action with a March Wedding

March marks the beginning of Spring, therefore, it is perfect timing for a whimsical wedding theme.    …With flowers blooming, and the fresh feel of the world anew, spring is a wonderful time to plant the seeds of a new marriage along with the world waking from its winter-respite.   From the decor, to flowers and outfits, light, pastel colors generally …

What to Consider When Choosing Your Bridesmaid Dresses

We’ve all heard horror stories about the most unflattering, horrific and hideous bridesmaid dresses. It is such a common idea that there are movies hinting at the risk you take when you agree to be someone’s bridesmaid. Do not add yourself to the list of brides who made their bridesmaids wear horrible dresses! Below, we’ve listed some of the things …