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5 Conversations to Have with Your Parents After Getting Engaged
After getting engaged, the first thing you will likely do is tell your close friends and family – unless of course, they were present for the proposal. However, even after you tell your parents about your big news, it is important to sit down and have some discussions about the upcoming wedding. Whether or not they knew ahead of time about the proposal, unless you are estranged they should be kept in the loop about the big day. It is a major event for them as well! And don’t think you can get away with one conversation; your future spouse’s parents deserve to be included as well. Whether you want them by your side the whole way or want to take care of everything yourself, discussing the following topics will help make sure everyone is on the same page. Photo by Jay Lawrence Goldman Photography; Floral Design by The Hidden Garden - The budget. This can be a sensitive subject, so you’ll want to approach it the right way. You never want to assume that your parents want to or are able to contribute, but you can gently ask if they intended to offer anything and what that means to them. After ...
More »After getting engaged, the first thing you will likely do is tell your close friends and family – unless of course, they were present for the proposal. However, even after you tell your parents about your big news, it is important to sit down and have some discussions about the upcoming wedding. Whether or not they knew ahead of time about the proposal, unless you are estranged they should be kept in the loop about the big day. It is a major event for them as well! And don’t think you can get away with one conversation; your future spouse’s parents deserve to be included as well. Whether you want them by your side the whole way or want to take care of everything yourself, discussing the following topics will help make sure everyone is on the same page. Photo by Jay Lawrence Goldman Photography; Floral Design by The Hidden Garden - The budget. This can be a sensitive subject, so you’ll want to approach it the right way. You never want to assume that your parents want to or are able to contribute, but you can gently ask if they intended to offer anything and what that means to them. After ...
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Selecting a photographer for your wedding is an important task. During your search, you’ve reviewed numerous portfolios and, perhaps, reexamined your spending limit a couple of times. Along with ensuring that your photographer’s style and approach are in line with your aesthetic and that your personalities are a good match, there are other factors that can enhance the overall results and your photography experience. 1. Choose a Great LocationMuch care and attention went into creating your overall wedding look – from attire to décor. So, why not make a statement with the background and landscape of your photos? Start the conversation with your photographer early in the planning process! A beautiful garden can be a wonderful option for the "first ... More »
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Modern-day couples are veering from tradition in many ways, including often living together prior to marriage. Whether you're moving in together after you say "I do" or you've been living in the same home for years, we encourage couples to have a fresh slate as newlyweds and refresh your home with updated furniture, appliances, kitchen... More »
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What You Need the Morning of Your Wedding
After months or even years of planning, your wedding day is when everything should be put together. There are only a few things that would be worse than realizing you’ve forgotten something that will help you on the day of your ceremony, and hopefully you don’t need any reminders about your true necessities – such as your ensem... More »
Your love is in full bloom this spring, and so are a multitude of colorful flowers. Spring is a wonderful season in which to host your nuptials for a number of reasons. The hustle and bustle of the holidays are over, the weather is clearing from the rain and snow, and your favorite flowers are finally blossoming once again. If stunning bloo... More »
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Mandy Moore Shares Details About Her Wedding and Honeymoon
While sitting down with Jimmy Kimmel for an interview on his late-night talk show, actress and singer Mandy Moore started off gushing about the “Fab 5” from Queer Eye, four of whom were guests the same night. After explaining that she has since become friends with Karamo Brown, Jimmy asks if the culture expert made the cut on her wed... More »
Regardless of whether or not it's engagement season, there will surely be plenty of announcements popping up on your social media feeds of friends and family members taking the big step in their relationship. If a close friend or family member gets engaged, you may be enticed to send them a gift in order to congratulate them and s... More »
There are a million ways to wow guests at your wedding: personalized details that make them feel special, gorgeous floral centerpieces, and amazing entertainment. Related to the latter, many couples cite wanting a fun party for their loved ones to enjoy as one of their ultimate goals for the reception. One way to ensure everyone heads to th... More »
If you’re just getting started with planning your destination wedding, you are already thinking of the obvious: Who will do my hair and makeup? Who’s the best photographer? What will my bouquet look like? But, if you’re like most destination couples, it isn’t until a little further in the planning process that you realize... More »
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What You Need to Know Before You Start Wedding Planning
After the proposal and sharing the happy news of your engagement, you may want to dive directly into wedding planning. However, that may not be the best idea. Not only is it nice to just enjoy this new stage of your relationship before you begin the stress of the planning process, but it is also important to make sure you and your future spouse ... More »
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Irish Traditions to Embrace on Your Wedding Day
They say everyone’s a little bit Irish on St. Patrick’s Day, but if you are actually of Irish heritage, you may want to embrace your roots throughout your wedding. Though your nuptials are primarily about your love, the day is also about family. Therefore it is a natural choice to highlight your cultural background. Ireland is a... More »
When it comes to choosing your wedding color palette, you have a plethora of options. All-white weddings are classic and timeless, blush and gold is surging in popularity, and jewel tones are ideal for fall and winter nuptials. However, one hue that seems to be few and far between when it comes to wedding colors is dark green. Though... More »
Whether you're a bride planning your own big day or a bridesmaid helping a friend put together the details of her celebration, love is in the air. It's officially "wedding season," which means you probably have quite a few events to attend in the next few months. The fun part about being a guest at a wedding – as opposed to being part of t... More »
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Dramatic Grand Entrance Ideas for Your Ceremony
Your wedding day is a time where you’re supposed to be the center of attention. For some people, this makes them nervous and anxious. For others, it’s one of the best parts of the celebration! Of course eyes will be on you during the walk down the aisle, vow exchange, first dance, and more, but that doesn’t mean you can’t... More »
When it comes to planning your wedding ceremony and reception, as well as all of the decisions leading up to the big day such as invitations and more, it can be difficult to navigate the world of event planning if you've never had experience with it before. We recommend reaching out to friends and bridesmaids who have planned their own cele... More »
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How to Make Your Wedding a Weekend-Long Event
While only the wedding day itself is considered “the bride’s day,” many couples are turning their nuptials into a full weekend of celebration. This trend is more common with destination weddings, but it is growing in popularity with local weddings as well. As long as everyone will be staying in the same small area, this is an ... More »
