I think an engagement shoot is totally worth it for every bride and groom—no matter how camera-shy you are or how tight your budget is! Years ago, newly engaged couples…read more
Say “YES” to an Engagement Shoot
January 21, 2020
Archive | Wedding
Ask Cheryl: To Throw or Not to Throw a Bridal Shower?
January 14, 2020
While everyone loves to celebrate, there are times a bridal shower just isn’t necessary or appropriate. Read on for Cheryl’s advice regarding one situation where a bridal shower doesn’t need…read more
Getting FIT for your Wedding
January 8, 2020
Your engagement was everything you dreamed of: the romantic proposal, the beautiful ring shining on your finger and the excitement your friends and family shared as you told them the…read more
9 At-Home Workout Moves to Get You Wedding-Ready (Plus a Bonus 30-Minute Full Body Workout!)
January 7, 2020
You’re engaged — congratulations! As brides, we tend to hone in on the details as we curate our perfect wedding. From the color scheme and cocktails to the first dance…read more
The Best Places to Create Your Wedding Gift Registry
January 2, 2020
Congrats on your recent engagement! Now the fun really begins as you start planning your wedding- and that includes creating your wedding gift registries. Registering can be so much fun,…read more
Ask a Real Bride: Planning Your Wedding Guest List
December 30, 2019
Deciding who to invite to your wedding can be more complicated than you think — here’s a step-by-step guide with helpful tips from real brides who have been there! …read more
The Cutest Ways to Ask Your Bridesmaids
December 26, 2019
Tis the season for a little (or a lot) of bling! Every holiday season, a few new engagement rings and a lot of wedding plans scroll past on my social…read more
Ask Cheryl: How do I “Register” for a Honeymoon?
December 23, 2019
There are many reasons why couples might choose to skip the traditional registry: they’re older, have already established a home, or live in an area where shipping gifts is impossible….read more
Best DIY Wedding Ideas
December 19, 2019
Every bride dreams of having a beautiful wedding that is special for all in attendance. In my case, I had 8 weeks and a tight budget to make that vision…read more
Tips For Sharing Your Engagement On Social Media
December 12, 2019
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…read more
Ask Cheryl: What’s the Rule About Inviting Co-Workers to Your Wedding?
December 10, 2019
Planning a wedding can be exciting and stressful all at the same time. This is especially true when it comes to creating (and editing) the guest list. How do you…read more
Ask Cheryl: Should Parents Pay for a Second or Third Wedding?
November 12, 2019
The Ask Cheryl inbox is flooded with questions regarding encore weddings. Today, Cheryl addresses the question of who pays for a third wedding: where do the parental responsibilities end when…read more
How to Give the Perfect Wedding Gift
November 5, 2019
So, you’re invited to a wedding and you need to bring a gift. Don’t sweat! Giving a wedding gift can be both easy and inexpensive. Here are some sure-fire ways…read more
The Meanings Behind 10 of Your Favorite Wedding Traditions Explained!
October 24, 2019
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…read more
Encore Wedding: Planning a Wedding the Second Time Around
October 17, 2019
A fresh start. A second chance at love and happiness. Finally finding your soulmate. There are many things about an encore wedding that are new, romantic and exciting. But when…read more