Couples sometimes skip the traditional registry and register for experiences like a honeymoon. But how do you communicate a honeymoon registry to your guests? Hi Cheryl, I have a question regarding the bridal shower for my future daughter-in-law. Guests are asking what they can get her, but the bride said that she doesn’t need anything.… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: How To Politely Communicate a Honeymoon Registry to Wedding Guests
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If Monica Geller Had a Wedding Registry
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
Bridal Showers Themes for Every Month
While summer and fall may seem like the peak of bridal shower and wedding season, the truth is weddings (and related festivities) happen year-round. It’s easy to plan a cute and creative bridal shower in July or October, but what about the dreary winter months of January or February? With our practical tips, we believe… Continue reading Bridal Showers Themes for Every Month
Ask a Real Bride: Can I Plan My Own Bridal Shower?
If you’ve been engaged for more than ten minutes, you may have already realized that “planning mode” sets in quickly. Suddenly, brides-to-be feel like they’ve got dates to set and events to orchestrate. But is one of those events your own bridal shower? Let’s talk about it! A Real Bride Asks: “I’m recently engaged and… Continue reading Ask a Real Bride: Can I Plan My Own Bridal Shower?
A Step-by-Step Honeymoon Planning Guide
Planning a honeymoon can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to be! Here are 8 simple steps for planning your dream honeymoon. Follow our guide below to know exactly what to do. Step 1: Figure out what you want from your honeymoon. Obviously, newlyweds look to their honeymoon for some alone time—but is that all?… Continue reading A Step-by-Step Honeymoon Planning Guide
Top 10 Spring Bridal Shower Themes
Spring is the best season – the weather is perfect, and the trees come to life with beautiful blooms. With summer weddings just around the corner, it’s the ideal time to host a fun and fresh bridal shower that your guests will remember and the bride-to-be will cherish. We’ve rounded up our ten favorite Spring… Continue reading Top 10 Spring Bridal Shower Themes
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
Ask Cheryl: Dos and Don’ts for Mothers of the Groom (MOG)
Dear Cheryl, My son is getting married next year, and I’m unsure what my role should be. I want to be involved in and help with the wedding, but I don’t know where to start. Since we are paying for half of the wedding, shouldn’t I have a say in the planning? Thanks, Mother of… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Dos and Don’ts for Mothers of the Groom (MOG)
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
Is an Online Universal Wedding Registry Right for Me?
We’re all looking for ways to make life easier: an app, system, or process that will save us time and streamline our to-do’s so we can get back to doing the things we enjoy. So, when it comes to creating your wedding registry, a universal registry seems like a no-brainer. Instead of creating three or… Continue reading Is an Online Universal Wedding Registry Right for Me?
Ask Cheryl: Registry Info on a Wedding Announcement?
Over the past few years, many couples have chosen more intimate weddings and then informed family and friends of their nuptials with a printed wedding announcement. Should registry information be included in a wedding announcement? Should those receiving an announcement feel obligated to send a gift? Dear Cheryl, My niece’s son had a small outdoor… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Registry Info on a Wedding Announcement?
Ask a Real Bride: Planning Your Wedding Guest List
When I got engaged, I just about instantly began planning my wedding: the venue, the atmosphere, the music, and, of course, the guests. Little did I know, I’d be accommodating the wishes of my in-laws and my own parents and managing expectations from extended family and opinionated friends. Planning my guest list was more overwhelming… Continue reading Ask a Real Bride: Planning Your Wedding Guest List
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
Ask Cheryl: How to Avoid Wedding Registry Blunders
Creating your ultimate wedding wishlist is a fun experience and the perfect opportunity to ask for unique gifts. But what should NOT be included in a wedding gift registry? Dear Cheryl, I want to include non-traditional items in my wedding registry; are there some things that I shouldn’t include? What should I stay away from?… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: How to Avoid Wedding Registry Blunders
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