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What You Should and Should Not Do for a Summer Wedding
In our world, summer is typically thought of wedding season. Even if you’re currently planning your own nuptials, we wouldn’t be surprised if you had a few celebrations to attend in the next month or so – if you haven’t already been a guest at several, that is! Being present at these soirées has given you a chance to notice what makes summer weddings a fun night of partying and what makes them unpleasant and miserable. If you’re planning your own celebration for the warmer months, we have a few tips on how to keep everyone happy – especially if you live where the weather gets hot and if you’re planning on an outdoor fête. Do provide relief from the heat. This can come in many forms. Umbrellas can be set up above the ceremony chairs, or parasols can be provided for guests. A water station will keep attendees from becoming dehydrated, alleviating the risk of heat exhaustion. Offering sunscreen and/or sunglasses is certainly not required, but is a gesture that would be greatly appreciated for those who may have forgotten their own. Don’t skip the save the dates. Some people consider them an unnecessary expense for local weddings where ...
More »In our world, summer is typically thought of wedding season. Even if you’re currently planning your own nuptials, we wouldn’t be surprised if you had a few celebrations to attend in the next month or so – if you haven’t already been a guest at several, that is! Being present at these soirées has given you a chance to notice what makes summer weddings a fun night of partying and what makes them unpleasant and miserable. If you’re planning your own celebration for the warmer months, we have a few tips on how to keep everyone happy – especially if you live where the weather gets hot and if you’re planning on an outdoor fête. Do provide relief from the heat. This can come in many forms. Umbrellas can be set up above the ceremony chairs, or parasols can be provided for guests. A water station will keep attendees from becoming dehydrated, alleviating the risk of heat exhaustion. Offering sunscreen and/or sunglasses is certainly not required, but is a gesture that would be greatly appreciated for those who may have forgotten their own. Don’t skip the save the dates. Some people consider them an unnecessary expense for local weddings where ...
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Although every aspect of planning a wedding is important, the areas with the most staying power are arguably photography and filmmaking. Sure, the décor pictured in each shot is imperative to the overall beauty of the event, but once the wedding is over, it’s the quality of the photos and video that matters most. Consider the helpful tips below so your multimedia team will be well prepared to capture every precious moment – and you’ll be proud to share your memories with loved ones for years to come. Develop a Team In the past, it seemed as though photography always trumped filmmaking. This ideology would often leave filmmakers with the second-best positions or leftover angles, when in fact, photographers and filmmakers ... More »
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Photo by Lin & Jirsa; Floral Design by Flowers by Cina At traditional weddings, the father of the bride tends to have an important role. He will generally escort his daughter down the aisle (sometimes alongside the mother of the bride), participate in a father-daughter dance, and give a toast at the start of the reception. This all ste... More »
We’ve all been to a stunning wedding where the ceremony starts an hour late, the toasts are interminable, and the maid of honor is running around frazzled asking if anyone’s seen the photographer. When planning your own special day, you can avoid wedding fails by creating a detailed timeline. While the décor elements are mo... More »
The feeling of newlywed bliss can come in many forms: joining families, joining friends, and even joining your finances. However, for some couples, merging money can be confusing or stressful. However, this stress can be minimized by establishing good habits early and keeping the lines of communication open. Maybe you already know the ins and o... More »
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How to Decide on a Dress Code for Your Wedding
Photo by Jana Williams Photography When coming up with the design for your wedding, a lot of attention is focused on the bouquets, ceremony backdrop, centerpieces, tablescapes, and other décor options for both the ceremony and reception. Even before the big day itself, the invitation suite and other paper goods also help to set the tone. Y... More »
Photo by Koby Brown Photography It’s often advised to splurge on wedding photography, as the pictures are what will remain once the big day is over. Engagement sessions are also increasingly popular – with the shots both used for things like save the dates and wedding websites, as well as an opportunity to get some lovely profession... More »
Photo courtesy of Bachelor in Paradise's Instagram Rejoice, Bachelor Nation! Ashley I. has found her Prince Charming. After appearing on season 19 of The Bachelor, Ashley Iaconetti joined the cast of Bachelor in Paradise season two. Here, she met Jared Haibon, who previously appeared on season 11 of The Bachelorette and was the fourth... More »
We all know that candlelight is a very popular and timeless element for weddings of all kinds. Not only is it symbolic in some religious or cultural nuptials, but it can complement practically any theme or color palette. Some couples even craft a décor theme focused primarily on candles in lieu of typical floral centerpieces. Even though wh... More »
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How to Know You're Too Stressed About Wedding Planning
Photography by Melani Lust Photography Planning any event has a tendency to be stressful, but when it’s your own wedding, it can hit a different level. There is a lot of pressure for the day to be perfect, in addition to all the different opinions coming from family members. Unless you are a professional event coordinator, it is always in... More »
Now that you are engaged and planning your dream wedding, you might have already started thinking about certain gifts you hope to unwrap after the big day. Maybe you’re dying for a brand new stainless steel saucepan and want a few luxury items for your home. Or, maybe you just do not have enough time or money to purchase all the appliances... More »
Fathers and daughters have a special relationship, which is often highlighted through wedding traditions. Even as more women chose not to call it being “given away,” it is often still meaningful for brides to be walked down the aisle by their fathers. All of the drama regarding Thomas Markle before the royal wedding underscores that ... More »
As soon as many brides begin planning their weddings, they have an immediate idea of what song they'd like to use for their father-daughter dance. Perhaps its a tune that they listened to throughout childhood with their dad, or maybe it's a recent favorite that they both loved when they went to a concert together. Other brides may have... More »
Although you have a photographer and videographer to capture precious moments of your big day, nothing compares to the energetic response from guests who smile over their own photo booth pictures that they get to keep for themselves. Not only do they eagerly talk about their poses and the photos they want to post on social media, but they remain... More »
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13 Wedding Movies to Get You In the Planning Mood
Weddings – and all the planning that goes into them – tend to be dramatic affairs. No wonder they’re such a popular setting for movies! Of course, due to the need for plot twists and compelling narratives, the nuptials that occur, or are hoping to occur, in these films tend to not be for the best. Many of the popular movies w... More »
When it comes to the images captured of your wedding day, your photographer likely has an idea of the types of shots you'll want in your wedding album: your "first look" – should you choose to have one, your first kiss as husband and wife, the first dance, as well as all of the décor you worked so hard to plan. With the... More »
