After announcing the good news to your friends and family, insuring your engagement ring is the first thing you should do after saying yes. In fact, it won’t hurt to suggest your future fiancé(e) insure the ring even before proposing. If they intend to keep the engagement ring in a safe and secure place before popping the question during a quiet night at home, it might not be necessary. However, if there’s traveling involved due to proposing on a trip, there are many opportunities for the ring to get lost or damaged. Unfortunately, there’s even the chance that it could get stolen from your home. Photo by KingenSmith; Floral Design by HMR Designs There are two main options when it comes to insuring an engagement ring. You can either go through a jewelry-specific policy, or add a rider to your renter’s or home insurance. If you go with the latter, it’s important to remember to update your policy if you move. When looking through insurance options, make sure to be covered for loss and damage, as opposed to just theft. These insurance policies are usually only 1-2% of the cost of the ring annually, so it’s worth it to have ...
More »After announcing the good news to your friends and family, insuring your engagement ring is the first thing you should do after saying yes. In fact, it won’t hurt to suggest your future fiancé(e) insure the ring even before proposing. If they intend to keep the engagement ring in a safe and secure place before popping the question during a quiet night at home, it might not be necessary. However, if there’s traveling involved due to proposing on a trip, there are many opportunities for the ring to get lost or damaged. Unfortunately, there’s even the chance that it could get stolen from your home. Photo by KingenSmith; Floral Design by HMR Designs There are two main options when it comes to insuring an engagement ring. You can either go through a jewelry-specific policy, or add a rider to your renter’s or home insurance. If you go with the latter, it’s important to remember to update your policy if you move. When looking through insurance options, make sure to be covered for loss and damage, as opposed to just theft. These insurance policies are usually only 1-2% of the cost of the ring annually, so it’s worth it to have ...
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As a seasoned wedding planner, Linda Howard is often asked many questions by newly engaged couples about the wedding-planning process. From the age-old question of who gets a plus one, to alternatives to trimming the guest list, and which vendors to hire first, there are many elements of planning a wedding that brides and grooms want to know just days after the question is popped. Who should receive save-the-date cards? How can I best include my busy groom in wedding planning? Read on to discover answers to more questions like these that are popular among brides- and grooms-to-be. Inviting Additional GuestsEveryone in your bridal party does not necessarily need a plus one. If the couple is not engaged or living together, you don’t need to feel the pressure ... More »
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When choosing the location for your ceremony and/or reception, you have many options: hotels and resorts, banquet halls, wineries, farms, castles, private estates, and so many more. If you're looking for a unique choice, we suggest considering a museum! From glamorous art museums to natural history museums, the venue type is a definite way to wo... More »
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Should Your Ceremony and Reception Be in Different Locations?
After getting engaged, the first steps in wedding planning should typically be determining a budget and an estimate of the guest list. Once those items are settled, you can start looking for venues in the time period you desire. In your search, you may find that one space has everything you want for a ceremony, while another checks all... More »
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The Pros and Cons of Proposing During Engagement Season
The holidays are approaching and jewelry ads seemingly make up every other commercial on TV. That can only mean one thing: engagement season is upon us. Although the tradition must have started somewhere, it feels like the holidays have always been filled with proposals. Whether you’re gearing up to pop the question yourself or you are m... More »
As weddings become both more extravagant and more personalized, the idea of a second bridal gown for the reception has become quite popular. Some brides choose to change purely for the drama of a new entrance, and others just couldn’t decide on only one dress. However, there are plenty of practical reasons brides might feel they need two d... More »
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Tips for Repurposing Ceremony Décor in the Wedding Reception
Photo by Lin & Jirsa Photography There are many ways to make your wedding stand out, but the décor probably has the most immediate impact. After all, before you walk down the aisle, your guests will see the beautiful ceremony space; and before you and your new spouse make your grand entrance at the reception, your loved ones will ... More »
Wedding dress codes are notoriously difficult to figure out for those who aren’t accustom to the rules. Just when you think you have it figured out after surviving another wedding season, you have a loved one’s winter nuptials instead. Suddenly your go-to knee-length frock no longer seems appropriate. When it comes to destination eve... More »
Autumn is a unique time for our hair, skin, and nails, as our cells are still in recovery from the summer sun and also being subjected to crisp, dry air. Many couples are gearing up to host friends and family for Thanksgiving this month, and it's just as important to prep your skin as it is to prepare your home for the holidays –... More »
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How to Use Your Wedding Website After Marriage
Once a novelty, a wedding website is now fairly standard procedure for couples getting married. While some of the information may be included as part of the invitation suite, creating a wedding website also gives you the chance to share your love story, photos, and registry information. Wedding websites are often used to RSVP for the big day as ... More »
Photo by Jay Lawrence Goldman Photography; Floral Design by The Hidden Garden There aren’t many bands as iconic as The Beatles. Though they were really only active for 10 years, they were incredibly prolific by today’s standards, releasing 13 full-length albums in a period of seven years. Each album had several hit singles, and... More »
It was once the standard tradition for the bride and groom to sit at a long table with the wedding party and/or their immediate family during dinner at the reception. While it’s still a common choice, many couples are instead choosing to dine at one referred to as the sweetheart table, which seats solely the newlyweds. There is techni... More »
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Priyanka Chopra had her Bachelorette Party!
Photo by Priyanka Chopra's Instagram It looks like a Jonas Brothers wedding could be fast approaching. Though Joe Jonas proposed to Sophie Turner just over a year ago, it seems his little brother may be making it down the aisle first. Nick Jonas and Priyanka Chopra stunned the world with their whirlwind romance and engagement this summer, ... More »
Photo courtesy of Jillian Bob's Instagram While Cory and Topanga got married on Boy Meets World almost 20 years ago (November 5, 1999 to be exact), the actress who brought Topanga to life tied the knot this week! Danielle Fishel and writer/producer Jensen Karp tied the knot at the Carondelet House in Los Angeles. The modern boho-chic ... More »
Consistently ranked as one of the top cities for a destination wedding in the country, Las Vegas is shedding its reputation as the one-stop shop, drive-through "I do" capital of the world, and has emerged as a well-respected front runner for affianced couples seeking elegance, luxury, and the freedom to create nearly anything their hearts desire... More »
Lately it seems there’s always another video that’s gone viral of a man proposing to his girlfriend – usually a bridesmaid – at the wedding of a friend or family member. The comment sections are often filled with people proclaiming such a move is selfish, as well as others who say that of course they would be happy to s... More »
