There is a scene in one of my favorite books where a wedding guest shows up with her kids to a wedding that was clearly communicated to be kid-free. The wedding planner intercepts the family before they’re seated for the ceremony and explains the bride’s wish that the day be child free. The mother then […]
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Simple Tips for Mailing Your Wedding Invitations
Simple Tips for Mailing Your Wedding Invitations You’ve found your perfect invitations, worked through the wording and details, and they have finally arrived. To save a bit of money, you’ve decided to invite your friends over to have an assembly party so you can get them in the mail. Here are a couple of tips […]
Tips for Having Kids at Your Wedding
Tips for Having Kids at Your Wedding To have kids at your wedding, or not to have kids at your wedding: that is the question. There are pros and cons to each choice, and it is totally up to you and your fiancé. If you decide to invite children to your wedding, there are some […]
How To Make the Guest List
How To Make the Guest List The easiest way to get started on your guest list is to just start making a list of important people in your lives. Both you and your fiancé should make lists and like any kind of brainstorming session, there are no wrong answers. Give yourself some time to make […]
10 Ways to Save on Wedding Expenses
10 Ways to Save on Wedding Expenses It’s no secret that weddings are expensive. The average wedding now costs over $25,000, and it can be argued that weddings are for the guests. However, there are numerous ways to minimize the expense of a wedding without detracting from the enjoyment. The keys are to think outside […]
The 4 Things You Need to Know About Save-the-Dates
We all know how busy life can get, so sending out save-the-dates can be a good way to let your guests know about your upcoming nuptials. This relatively new tradition is usually a simple postcard sent in the mail. Even an email will suffice, and this can be a great way to use your engagement […]
Breaking Down the Wedding Dress Code
Breaking Down the Wedding Dress Code Mentioning the dress code on your invitation is expected, not only to make your guests more comfortable in their clothing decision but also to make sure that your wedding is as formal or casual as you want. You may already know what you want your wedding to look like, […]
Splurge or Save?
If you thought putting together your wedding budget was hard, sticking to it is going to be even harder. That’s why doing a vision and priority exercise with your fiance before you start meeting with vendors and buying decorations is important. But once you’ve settled on your vision and begin to put together your budget, […]
6 Tips for Getting Everyone to RSVP
6 Tips for Getting Everyone to RSVP We all know how difficult the ones we love can be at times. However, if you want everyone who is important to be at your big day, you’ll need to know how to deal with every type of friend and relative. Getting the RSVPs is a task that […]
Is A Small Wedding Right For You?
Is A Small Wedding Right For You? Is a small, intimate wedding right for you and your fiancé? There are so many advantages to having a smaller wedding as opposed to a normal, large wedding. And while they may not be right for everyone, it could be the right fit for you if any of […]