If there’s one television character who is synonymous with cleanliness and organization to the point of being a neat freak, it’s Monica Geller. Throughout the run of Friends, she became known for iconic moments that underscored her need for everything to be clean and in its place. Maybe you’ve always seen a bit of yourself… Continue reading If Monica Geller Had a Wedding Registry
Author: Brittney Winters-Gullo
Brittney spent the majority of her teenage and college years swearing she’d never get married. Then she met a man who changed all of that, and they’ve been happily sharing their lives since 2011. She and her husband Grant got married in 2018, which has given her a whole new perspective on this whole wedding business. If she’s not writing, you can find her shopping online (very guilty), baking cookies, or running in the Florida sunshine.
Tips For Sharing Your Engagement On Social Media
Whenever someone I know gets engaged, I feel the giddiness of my own proposal all over again. There is something so special about the chapter between dating and marriage — it’s a short period that culminates in one of the best days of your life, during which you spend so much of your time blissfully… Continue reading Tips For Sharing Your Engagement On Social Media
Valentine’s Day Bridal Shower Inspiration
Looking for the perfect bridal shower inspiration? Valentine’s Day is pretty much the perfect fit! I mean, think about it: it’s a holiday completely dedicated to all things love and romance. Hosting a Valentine’s Day-inspired bridal shower offers endless opportunities to infuse the event with heartfelt touches, stunning decor, and a playful spirit that makes… Continue reading Valentine’s Day Bridal Shower Inspiration
7 Tips for Staying Organized While Wedding Planning
Ever since I got married, my favorite part about going to other people’s weddings is that I didn’t have to plan any of it. Don’t get me wrong, I enjoyed every moment leading up to my wedding, and the day went off without a hitch. But making it happen was basically like taking on a… Continue reading 7 Tips for Staying Organized While Wedding Planning
Wedding Registry Wins and Regrets
When it comes to wedding planning, building your wedding registry is one of the more important steps. Just like your future spouse, the items on your registry will be part of your life well beyond your actual wedding day. Creating the perfect registry requires some ability to think about your long-term needs, and it definitely… Continue reading Wedding Registry Wins and Regrets
Stocking Your Bar: Drinking Glasses Decoded
From wine and cocktails to beer, our handy guide will help you determine the right drinking glasses for your wedding registry or your next celebration. Deciding on drinking glasses and barware for your wedding registry or celebration can feel intimidating once you start thinking beyond your typical red and white wine glasses. While there’s no… Continue reading Stocking Your Bar: Drinking Glasses Decoded
The Best Places to Create Your Wedding Gift Registry
You’re engaged — congratulations! As you venture into your next chapter of life (AKA marital bliss), you may feel overwhelmed with all the to-dos involved with getting married. In addition to planning your wedding and gathering the requisite paperwork, there’s the whole task of figuring out where to register, not to mention what to register… Continue reading The Best Places to Create Your Wedding Gift Registry
How to Use ChatGPT to Throw a Budget-Friendly Bridal Shower
You don’t have to spend a ton of money to throw a memorable bridal shower on a budget — especially when you use AI tools to simplify the process! Being tasked with hosting a bridal shower can be equal parts exciting and scary. On the one hand, it’s your opportunity to show the bride-to-be just… Continue reading How to Use ChatGPT to Throw a Budget-Friendly Bridal Shower
Our Top Hostess Gifts for 2024
I have a confession: Over the last few years, I have become completely obsessed with hosting. I love thinking up a theme, pulling out the table linens and candles, and opening my home to close friends and family. During the holiday season, my hostessing energy goes into overdrive — it’s such a fun and festive… Continue reading Our Top Hostess Gifts for 2024
Our Favorite Cooking Tools (& Recipes) for Your Thanksgiving Feast
Ace every dish with helpful tools, sturdy cookware, and functional servingware. Hosting Thanksgiving is no small undertaking. Coordinating ingredients and cook times, adapting to dietary restrictions, and navigating family dynamics can be tricky to balance. While we can’t control everything about the day, we can prepare you with the right tools. The right tools can… Continue reading Our Favorite Cooking Tools (& Recipes) for Your Thanksgiving Feast
Holiday Cheer for All: Gifts for Parents, Grandparents, and In-Laws
Every year, as the holiday season approaches, I find myself in a familiar scramble — searching high and low for gifts for the special people in my life. Sure, holiday shopping can feel chaotic, but there’s something exciting about seeking (and finding!) the perfect gift. Over the years, I’ve learned that the most meaningful presents… Continue reading Holiday Cheer for All: Gifts for Parents, Grandparents, and In-Laws
Holiday Gifts the Whole Family Can Enjoy
It wouldn’t be the holidays without lists: lists of decorations to buy, movies to watch, and recipes to whip up (and the grocery lists that come with them). And of course, the list of who gets a gift — and what to get them! Finding the perfect gift for everyone on your list can be… Continue reading Holiday Gifts the Whole Family Can Enjoy
12 Wedding Registry Items for the Couple Who Already Has “Everything”
I’m particularly reflective as I write this on my sixth wedding anniversary. I’m thinking back to the first days of being engaged and how totally smitten I was with the idea of planning a wedding. I was sure my husband and I wouldn’t be registering for anything — we had everything we wanted and took… Continue reading 12 Wedding Registry Items for the Couple Who Already Has “Everything”
Sustainable Wedding Registry Gifts for the Eco-Conscious Couple
For many modern couples, it’s important to live sustainably. Some simply try to pay attention to environmental impact and long-term product usage, while others may live totally paper- or plastic-free. At the end of the day, I’d be willing to bet that most couples fall somewhere on this spectrum. Like any other wedding factor, your… Continue reading Sustainable Wedding Registry Gifts for the Eco-Conscious Couple
14 Personalized & Sentimental Baby Gifts
Whether you’re planning your baby registry or shopping for baby gifts, it’s easy to get to a point where every option feels like more of the same thing. And while we can’t escape the everyday essentials and nursery must-haves — and why would we want to? — there’s something special about a gift that’s unique… Continue reading 14 Personalized & Sentimental Baby Gifts
Dos and Don’ts of Surviving Social Media During Your Wedding Year
Discover helpful tips for using social media as a wedding planning resource without letting it make you crazy. Social media is changing the way we plan (and attend) weddings. It’s easy to become a full-blown wedding stalker, watch every video, flip through every photo, and follow every wedding TikToker out there. Sure, it may seem… Continue reading Dos and Don’ts of Surviving Social Media During Your Wedding Year