How to Have the Kid-Free Wedding of Your Dreams

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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Winter Wedding Inspiration You’ll Love

Winter Wedding Inspiration You’ll Love If you’re anything like us, seeing the cozy winter wedding pictures all over social media this time of year gives you all the feels. And with engagement season being from November through February, there’s a good chance you may be planning a winter wedding yourself! After all, it gives you […]

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The Groom’s Ring – Metals Explained

While there’s usually less attention given to the groom’s ring, that doesn’t make it any less important. The rings are there to symbolize your commitment to each other, so you’ll want to find something that will last him a long time. Different metals have their pros and cons, and it’s up to you to determine […]

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Wedding Decisions To Make With Your Partner

Wedding Decisions to make with your Partner When it comes to planning a wedding, usually you, the bride, take the lead on the decision making. You’ve probably been planning your wedding before even getting engaged, and have an idea of what you want your big day to look like. However, you can’t plan the whole […]

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Choosing the Right Wedding Dress for You

Shopping for a wedding dress can be overwhelming, given the endless possibilities. Just remember that no matter your budget, shape, personal taste, wedding size, or wedding type, there is a perfect dress out there just waiting for you to find it.  Wedding dresses take time to produce, and most are manufactured overseas, which can mean […]

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The Beginner’s Guide to Boudoir Photography

Boudoir photography is becoming more and more popular, because photo shoots and boudoir albums make excellent wedding day gifts for your future husband. “Boudoir” is the French word for a lady’s private dressing room or bedroom, and in photography terms, boudoir refers to a style in which women pose for photographs partially clothed or in […]

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5 Things No One Told You About Wedding Planning

5 Things No One Told You About Wedding Planning There is a lot about wedding planning that’s intuitive. You’re obviously going to need a dress, a venue, and a caterer, and you probably have a good idea about how you want your wedding to feel. However, there are a few things about wedding planning that […]

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Why You Need To Define Your Wedding Vision

Why You Need To Define Your Wedding Vision Congratulations on your engagement! Before you jump into planning, budget discussions, and venue tours, take a couple days to enjoy this new status with your fiancé.  Bask in the memory of the proposal, share the good news with friend and family, and, if you’re like most newly […]

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How To Do a Sparkler Send-Off

How To Do a Sparkler Send-Off You’re engaged and planning a wedding. You have the perfect dress, color scheme, and florist. Your timeline is planned perfectly by the minute. It starts with you getting ready, but how does it end? Leave your guests with a little bit of ‘spark’ and do a sparklers grand exit! […]

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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 […]

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