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Top 10 Kitchen Items from Bed Bath & Beyond® to Include in Your Wedding Gift Registry
January 14, 2021
The kitchen is one of my favorite rooms in my house! It may sound old-fashioned to say it, but I love cooking comforting meals and baking special treats for my family and friends, while sipping on a glass of wine (or my fourth cup of coffee!) To me, the kitchen is like the heart of […]
– Ask Cheryl – How to Avoid Wedding Registry Blunders
January 10, 2021
What Should NOT be Included in my Wedding Gift Registry? Creating your ultimate wedding wishlist is a fun experience and the perfect opportunity to ask for some unique gifts you wouldn’t normally request from your family and friends. But are there some things you should leave off your wedding registry? Dear Cheryl, I want to […]
A Bride’s Guide to Bridesmaids
January 7, 2021
Making Sure Your Bridesmaids Are Still Your Friends After the Big Day Dear Bride, Congratulations! We know you’ve always dreamed of your wedding day, and part of that dream is having your best friends stand by your side as you marry the love of your life! I’m here to make sure that those best friends […]
The Best Places to Create Your Wedding Gift Registry
January 5, 2021
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, but it can also be overwhelming as there are so many choices to make. So, we’re here to help with these 3 easy steps: Download […]
Wedding Registry Gifts that Will Excite Your Groom
December 31, 2020
You don’t necessarily have to think outside the box to find great wedding registry additions that your groom will love. Discover our most exciting picks. You don’t necessarily have to think outside the box to find great wedding registry additions that your groom will love. Discover our most exciting picks. Creating your wedding gift registry […]
– Ask a Real Bride – Four Ways to Thank Your Vendors
December 29, 2020
You researched them, interviewed them, compared them to the other options, and finally, made your choice: I’m not talking about your fiance, I’m talking about your vendors! From the florist to the coordinator, the photographer to the DJ, you’ve got a dedicated team working behind the scenes to make your wedding vision come to life. […]
– Ask Cheryl – How Do I Host a Post-Wedding Virtual Bridal Shower?
December 22, 2020
Smaller weddings and virtual showers have become the “new normal” for many 2020 couples. But these modified celebrations can still be a wonderful way to shower the happy couples with love and best wishes while staying socially distant. What are some tips for hosting a successful virtual shower? Who should be included on the shower […]
Top 6 Wedding Gift Registry Splurges from Bed Bath & Beyond®
December 15, 2020
Adding to your wedding gift registry? Be sure to include these splurges that are sure to stand the test of time. Adding to your wedding gift registry? Be sure to include these splurges that are sure to stand the test of time. Wedding registries can be surprisingly tricky. What should conceivably be a wish list […]
– Ask Cheryl – Should I Ask My Bridesmaids to Help Pay for My Bridal Shower?
December 8, 2020
Your best girls are going to be your best bridesmaids; let the celebrating commence! But what are they responsible for? What should you expect from them in regards to the party planning, hosting, and all related expenses? Hi Cheryl, I am getting married in May and have a total of eight bridesmaids including a Matron […]
Tips + Outfit Inspo for Your Winter Engagement Photo Shoot
December 3, 2020
When I got engaged, my first priority was nailing down a wedding date. The second priority? Figuring out our engagement photos. From the location to the time of day to the outfits, everything had to be perfect — and I know I was no exception as a modern bride. These days, an engagement photo session […]
– Ask a Real Bride – Should I Try a Wedding DIY?
November 24, 2020
It is a truth universally acknowledged that a woman in possession of an engagement ring must also be in want of a Pinterest-perfect wedding. And since limitless budgets are but a fantasy, many brides quickly pivot from browsing Pinterest for inspiration to clicking through the site’s many, many DIY tutorials for everything from favors to […]
Five Winter Wedding Shower Themes You’ll Love!
November 19, 2020
It’s the most wonderful time of the year—for a bridal shower! Why add, “host a bridal shower” to your already packed December to-do list? I’ve got a few reasons: Your house is already decked out for the season Cooling temperatures create the perfect cozy environment for indoor gatherings Inspiration abounds! Pinterest and blogs are filled […]
– Ask a Real Bride – What Makes a Great Wedding Gift?
October 20, 2020
Is it just me, or does anyone else do a little happy dance by the mailbox when they receive a gorgeously addressed envelope with a wedding invitation inside? There’s nothing I love more than a beautiful wedding invitation and the anticipation of a joyful celebration! Like any good wedding guest, I know my responsibilities: first, […]
All Your “Minimony” Questions Answered
October 6, 2020
Weddings don’t have to be cancelled — discover how real couples are keeping things intimate with our tips for throwing your own “minimony”. What is a minimony? Pretty much exactly what it sounds like, a minimony is a small wedding ceremony involving an intimate guest list, typically around 10 – 25 people in an outdoor […]
Our Favorite Proposals on Social Media
October 1, 2020
When I was a teenager, I LOVED watching a show on TLC called A Wedding Story. I loved hearing all about the featured couple in each episode: how they met, how they fell in love, how he proposed, and of course, watching them say “I do” in the end. It was like watching real-life fairy […]
13 Things You Might Not Think Of Adding to Your Wedding Gift Registry
September 29, 2020
Putting your wedding registry together can feel limiting. With so many helpful checklists out there reminding us to add pots and pans, fine china, and coffee makers, it’s easy to forget that there really are no hard and fast rules when it comes to adding to your wish list. Sure, experiences and trips and personal […]
