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—#TrendWatch— Neutral Bridesmaid Dresses
We’re really into neutral bridesmaid dresses—and we think you’ll love toned-down trend too! Check out these three reasons to choose a neutral bridesmaid dress. As a ten-time bridesmaid, I think I’ve worn every color of the rainbow for my many walks down the aisle, from dark brown to deep plum, and bright teal to light […]
—Bridesmaid Budgeting— How to Plan for Wedding Season
As a real-life version of the classic bridesmaid tale, 27 Dresses, there is one thing about being in a wedding that I know for sure: it always costs more than you think it will. In your first wedding, and don’t know what you’re expected to pay? Use our guide below to make sure you’re (financially) […]
The Meanings Behind 10 of Your Favorite Wedding Traditions Explained!
Take a look back to learn why we do the things we do on our wedding days. There are some wedding traditions that have stood the test of time—so much time, in fact, that their original meaning is often lost on the modern marriage. Ever wonder why we throw rice on the happy couple, […]
The Little Black Bridesmaid Dress they’ll Love to Wear Again and Again
Your bridesmaids: These ladies have been with you through the good times and the bad. They’ve stuck by your side and are excited to watch you walk down the aisle. You love them, so why would you pick a less-than-perfect bridesmaid’s dress for them to wear, not only for the day of your wedding, but […]
5 Meaningful Gifts to Give the Bride on Her Wedding Day
One of the sweetest gifts of my early 20s has been watching my best friends fall in love. It’s been such a joy to be there as they’ve met, fallen in love with and become engaged to the men of their dreams. What has made that gift even sweeter has been being a part of […]
—Ask Cheryl— Who Should I Invite to My Bachelorette Party?
The bachelorette party has become a huge production in recent years. What once was a fun night out with the bridesmaids has become an extravagant (and expensive) weekend-long trip. With the new bachelorette party comes new questions, like who should be invited? Hi Cheryl, What is the etiquette on inviting friends to a bridal shower […]
—Ask a Real Bride— How to Handle Wedding Disappointments
Does planning your dream wedding feel more like a nightmare? Our real brides share how they handled their wedding-related disappointments. If you’ve been engaged for more than five minutes, you’ve probably faced some wedding-related stress. No other day comes with more expectations than your wedding day, and many brides find that their dream wedding and […]
Pros and Cons of Having Your Bridal Shower on Your Bachelorette Weekend
When it comes to planning a bachelorette weekend or a bridal shower, there are lots of things to consider. One of those things is the date! Can’t decide if you should have your bridal shower on your bachelorette weekend? We’re here to help—read below for the pros and cons of each. PROS Your friends will […]
How to Be the Perfect Bridal Shower Hostess
Planning a bridal shower for one of your closest friends, relatives or coworkers can be daunting, but it doesn’t have to be! Hosting a bridal shower, and wondering how it all works? Follow our tips below and you’ll be a pro in no time. Make sure everyone invited to the shower is also on the […]
—Say Goodbye to Bridezilla— 10 Ways to be a Great Bride
You may feel her coming on, and you may think she’s unavoidable, but I’m here to tell you that Bridezilla does not have to make an appearance during wedding planning! I know firsthand how difficult and stressful planning a wedding can be. You’re juggling work, family, and friends while planning the biggest, most-perfect day of […]
—Ask a Real Bride— Where’s The Wedding Gift?
We all know the saying, “tis better to give than to receive.” But both givers and receivers have run into the awkward situation of what I call “the missing gift:” for brides, that means not receiving a gift, and for givers, not receiving an acknowledgement of a gift they’ve given, leaving them wondering if the […]
Tips For Sharing Your Engagement On Social Media
In today’s social media world, it’s normal to assume you’ll be sharing your engagement with the World Wide Web sooner than later. Before my own engagement, I was reasonably convinced that I’d keep the news between myself and my fiancé and that we would share our excitement personally with select friends and family—and that was […]
—Ask a Real Bride— How to Avoid a Wedding Rehearsal Meltdown
The wedding countdown is down to one: your out-of-town guests have begun to arrive, you’ve finished the last-minute errands and pickups, and there’s just one thing left to do: rehearse! The wedding rehearsal is meant to ensure that your ceremony runs smoothly. But this practice session has become a notorious venue for meltdowns, misunderstandings, and […]
Everything You Need to Know About a Dillard’s Wedding Registry
At RegistryFinder.com, we love showing you all the best spots for your wedding and baby registries. What’s even better is discovering stores you already love that want to help you make the happiest moments of your life even more memorable! Maybe you remember Dillard’s from your days of hunting for the perfect prom dress. But […]
—Winter Wedding Color Palettes— Our Current Obsessions
Choosing a color palette is the perfect starting point for planning your dream wedding—here are our current winter favorites! When I was planning my wedding, I lived in a state of ignorant bliss: Pinterest wasn’t a “thing,” Instagram was ad-free, and Martha Stewart was the only recognizable influencer in the wedding world. Life was simpler, […]
—Ask Cheryl— Do Bridal Shower Guests Also Need to Be Invited to the Wedding?
It seems like every wedding involves at least one difficult invitation situation. How should the mother of the bride handle someone who offers to host a shower, but wasn’t included on the wedding guest list? Dear Cheryl, Like most couples, our daughter and future son-in-law have had to limit the guest list for various reasons, […]