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We’ve entered a new age. When I began my career as a wedding planner, clients would approach me with their selected colors, an overall feeling, a spending limit, and so on. They would have purchased a few bridal magazines and page after page would be dog-eared, marking stories of what they envisioned. During meetings, couples would tell me with sincerity that they wanted an event that was “pretty,” “glamorous,” or a thousand other words that were completely subjective and could be interpreted in a myriad of ways. Everything has changed since those days. Now one of the first topics we discuss in meetings with new clients is not only the same dog-eared magazines, but also what they are admiring on shared-image ... More »

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What to Ask Before Booking Your Honeymoon

Planning tips for the perfect honeymoon.
 

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Photo: Photograph courtesy of Lillianfels Blue Mountains Resort & Spa

A honeymoon is different than any other trip you will take. It will be your first trip together as husband and wife and it may be the most romantic vacation you’ll ever take. Without question, you will both want everything to go perfectly. The honeymoon is generally the groom’s responsibility, and unfortunately, some grooms don... More »  

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The Advances and Advantages of Digital Photography

Discover why couples are embracing digital photography.
 

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Morse code to telephone; radio to television; records to CD, video tape to DVD; and now film to digital. We are all part of a revolution in the photographic industry that will sound just as unimaginable to your children, as when your parents told you how they remember when their family first bought a black and white television set. Digital pho... More »  

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Why Most Couples Invest in Engagement Photos

The motivation for capturing this time in your life.
 

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What exactly is an engagement session? In most cases it is a casual photo shoot with your photographer. It is an opportunity for you to be photographed prior to your wedding, and get to know your photographer and see images of yourselves before the wedding day. The photographer you hired to capture your wedding images should be the same indivi... More »  

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How to Write Vows That Reflect Your Relationship

A guideline to composing meaningful vows.
 

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Photo: Jay Lawrence Goldman Photography

You have options when it comes to creating your wedding vows. While we frequently hear either traditional or conventional vows, you are legally free to write the vow that best suits you and your fiancé. While traditional and conventional vows have a charm all of their own, you may want to try combining the two. Very traditional vows are ... More »  

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Ways to Enhance Your Wedding Theme With Music

How music and entertainment can make a great impression.
 

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Photo: Yvette Roman Photography

A sure fire way to make a bold statement is to plan your wedding around a central theme. Themes add flavor and excitement to an event. By including inspired musicians and entertainment, you will elevate the visual elements of your theme to memorable heights. Regardless of which theme you choose, music and entertainment are crucial to turning a... More »  

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6 Aspects an Entertainment Contract Should Cover

Making sure you understand your entertainment contract.
 

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After you have found the entertainment that meets your wedding-day expectations, you then need to make sure a written contract is prepared. For your protection, the contract must cover all of the pertinent aspects of the event, leaving no room for assumptions or misunderstandings. Listed below are the items that may be included in the contract... More »  

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How Grooms Really Feel About Wearing Tails

A humorous look at wedding attire for men.
 

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Photo: Callaway Gable

For the sake of full disclosure, I should tell you that I am not married. I have never been married. Nor have I been engaged, although this one time, I did look up how easy it would be to get a marriage license in the state of New Hampshire, where I do not live. I have been a groomsman now at four weddings, have given toasts at three and am c... More »  

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Delightful Desserts That Complement Wedding Cake

Sweet Ideas for Wedding Desserts
 

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Photo: Artisan Events

While no one is sure when the tradition of the wedding cake began, it is generally accepted that the ritual centered on granting the new couple prosperity and fertility. This was achieved, it seems, by crumbling the cake and throwing it over the newlyweds’ heads. As if this was not disturbing enough, wedding guests would then make a mad ... More »  

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5 Features to Look for in a Video Demonstration

Focusing your approach to reviewing videography options.
 

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Photo: Handeland Tesoro Photography

If you are thinking about having your wedding professionally video taped and edited, here are some tips and questions to ask the companies you are considering. Start out by requesting a sample or demo of their work. A video company should be able to provide you with a DVD or VHS sample of their work. It is a good idea to get as many demos as y... More »  

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Personalizing the Essence of Your Ceremony

A hands-on approach to composing your service.
 

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Photo: Studio EMP

As most wedding guests would agree, the most beautiful and touching ceremony is one that seems to belong to, or perfectly fit, the bride and groom. While most couples today desire a personalized ceremony, the process of creating it on their own can be quite overwhelming. This task is much easier if you have some examples from which to draw ide... More »  

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The Pros and Cons of a Wedding at Home

What to consider before you commit.
 

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Photo: David & Tammy Molnar

The backyard wedding is one of the most sentimental and unique of all the locations available to a bride. A private sanctuary of sorts, that place where you have experienced so many great moments in life, it is only fitting that you may wish to consider this option when planning for your new life together. That said, if one aspect of your decisi... More »  

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A Complete Gratuity Guide for Weddings

Tips on tipping your wedding professionals.
 

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Photo: Jay Lawrence Goldman Photography

You are nearing your wedding day and many of your vendors have been very kind and helpful throughout the planning process. Should you give them a gratuity? Since tipping is largely considered a voluntary expression of appreciation for good service, it’s up to you whether to tip, but while tipping is not demanded, in many circumstances yo... More »  

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Developing Music to Match Your Wedding Style

Suggestions for setting the mood with music.
 

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Photo: Robert George

Whether you’ve dreamed of walking down the aisle to the traditional “Here Comes The Bride” or the popular “Can You Feel The Love Tonight,” music is a wonderful way to personalize your ceremony and make it truly memorable. The songs and sounds you choose may be the most important element in creating the perfect moo... More »  

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How to Select a Planner From a Distance

Melt the miles between you with these easy tips.
 

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Photo: Nancy Cohn and Abby Ross

Maybe your dream is to marry in the darling hometown you left years ago. Or perhaps you’re planning a wedding on an exotic island or in an exciting city that’s not your own. With distance as your challenge, how can you feel confident that you’re going to choose the right wedding planner to help you bridge the gap? It’s... More »  

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Welcome to Inside Weddings, the insider’s guide to wedding inspiration. Our website features everything you need to know to plan your upcoming vow exchange. InsideWeddings.com also features countless inspiration from real weddings, rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, and more. From luxurious affairs to backyard bashes, Inside Weddings is sure to inspire the wedding of your dreams. Browse inspiration, get advice from real couples (including your favorite celebrities), and share your own story once you’ve said “I do” by submitting your wedding event to be featured on InsideWeddings.com. Our extensive inspiration Galleries allow you to browse beautiful bouquets, wedding dresses, cakes, rings, invitations, and so much more. Sort wedding images by color, category, or keyword to discover the very best inspiration for your wedding day, no matter what color palette or theme you desire for your event. Share preferred images with your friends by adding your favorite inspirational pictures to your very own Boards. For even more wedding ideas, discover gorgeous Boards curated by the Inside Weddings team and the esteemed members of our Editors Circle.  To find the perfect bridal gown, accessories, and more, we encourage you to discover our Lookbook section! Featuring the latest collections from beloved bridal designers such as Monique Lhuiller, Claire Pettibone, Ines Di Santo, Isabelle Armstrong, Modern Trousseau, Anne Barge, and Romona Keveža, you’re sure to find the fashion you’re looking for. Planning a summer soirée or a fall fête? Search wedding dresses by neckline, silhouette, and style to ensure your bridal ensemble is just right for your selected wedding location and venue. Looking for something for your groom or bridal party? Browse menswear styles, along with favors and gifts, wedding shoes, lingerie, and mother-of-the-bride attire.  Be the first to know about upcoming bridal trunk shows, meet-and-greets, and more by checking our Events page. Fashion and accessory events are updated constantly from your favorite local bridal salons and jewelry stores. Also get up-to-the-minute wedding News including the hottest bridesmaid gift ideas, insider interviews, the latest beauty products, honeymoon deals, and more. Etiquette expert Anna Post (Emily Post’s great-great-granddaughter) answers your etiquette questions and the wedding world’s celebrity planners, photographers, invitation designers, florists, and more share their expertise with you. Planning a local or destination wedding? We can help! Use our extensive Directory during your wedding planning to help you find the perfect photographers, wedding planners, florists, and more. Located all across the country and often willing to travel, our Editors Circle members are dedicated to providing brides and grooms with the best products and services, and they will do their best to check off every item on your wedding checklist to make your event extraordinary. If you’re a talented wedding professional, we want to meet you! We encourage talented wedding vendors to create a business account on InsideWeddings.com and even apply for an Editors Circle membership.  With InsideWeddings.com, wedding planning is easy, beautiful, and fun! Join Inside Weddings today to get the most out of our extensive wedding website. With our easy-to-use user profile, you can save your favorite articles, weddings, and images from InsideWeddings.com to ensure everything you love is ready at the touch of a button when you’re planning your wedding on the go. We are passionate about weddings, and hope to share our love of nuptials with you, your bridal party, family, and friends! We can’t wait to meet you and share our love of planning the perfect wedding day! Read More

Welcome to Inside Weddings, the insider’s guide to wedding inspiration. Our website features everything you need to know to plan your upcoming vow exchange. InsideWeddings.com also features countless inspiration from real weddings, rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, and more. From luxurious affairs to backyard bashes, Inside Weddings is sure to inspire the wedding of your dreams. Browse inspiration, get advice from real couples (including your favorite celebrities), and share your own story once you’ve said “I do” by submitting your wedding event to be featured on InsideWeddings.com.

Our extensive inspiration Galleries allow you to browse beautiful bouquets, wedding dresses, cakes, rings, invitations, and so much more. Sort wedding images by color, category, or keyword to discover the very best inspiration for your wedding day, no matter what color palette or theme you desire for your event. Share preferred images with your friends by adding your favorite inspirational pictures to your very own Boards. For even more wedding ideas, discover gorgeous Boards curated by the Inside Weddings team and the esteemed members of our Editors Circle. 

To find the perfect bridal gown, accessories, and more, we encourage you to discover our Lookbook section! Featuring the latest collections from beloved bridal designers such as Monique Lhuiller, Claire Pettibone, Ines Di Santo, Isabelle Armstrong, Modern Trousseau, Anne Barge, and Romona Keveža, you’re sure to find the fashion you’re looking for. Planning a summer soirée or a fall fête? Search wedding dresses by neckline, silhouette, and style to ensure your bridal ensemble is just right for your selected wedding location and venue. Looking for something for your groom or bridal party? Browse menswear styles, along with favors and gifts, wedding shoes, lingerie, and mother-of-the-bride attire. 

Be the first to know about upcoming bridal trunk shows, meet-and-greets, and more by checking our Events page. Fashion and accessory events are updated constantly from your favorite local bridal salons and jewelry stores. Also get up-to-the-minute wedding News including the hottest bridesmaid gift ideas, insider interviews, the latest beauty products, honeymoon deals, and more. Etiquette expert Anna Post (Emily Post’s great-great-granddaughter) answers your etiquette questions and the wedding world’s celebrity planners, photographers, invitation designers, florists, and more share their expertise with you.

Planning a local or destination wedding? We can help! Use our extensive Directory during your wedding planning to help you find the perfect photographers, wedding planners, florists, and more. Located all across the country and often willing to travel, our Editors Circle members are dedicated to providing brides and grooms with the best products and services, and they will do their best to check off every item on your wedding checklist to make your event extraordinary. If you’re a talented wedding professional, we want to meet you! We encourage talented wedding vendors to create a business account on InsideWeddings.com and even apply for an Editors Circle membership. 

With InsideWeddings.com, wedding planning is easy, beautiful, and fun! Join Inside Weddings today to get the most out of our extensive wedding website. With our easy-to-use user profile, you can save your favorite articles, weddings, and images from InsideWeddings.com to ensure everything you love is ready at the touch of a button when you’re planning your wedding on the go. We are passionate about weddings, and hope to share our love of nuptials with you, your bridal party, family, and friends! We can’t wait to meet you and share our love of planning the perfect wedding day!

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