Category: Wedding

Ask Cheryl: Should My Bridesmaids Help Pay for My Bridal Shower?

Your best girlfriends are going to be your bridesmaids; let the celebrating commence! But what are their responsibilities? What should you expect from them regarding party planning, hosting, and all related expenses? Hi Cheryl, I am getting married in a few months and have a total of eight bridesmaids, including a Matron of Honor. My… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Should My Bridesmaids Help Pay for My Bridal Shower?

Say “I Do” with Red White and Blue

Patriotic holiday married couple with American flag for july 4th

With the Fourth of July right around the corner, we’re feeling extra patriotic! A July 4th wedding (or a patriotic-themed celebration any time of year) adds a playful, red, white, and blue twist to a traditional wedding. From star-spangled outfits to a menu full of classic American favorites, every detail can reflect the spirit of… Continue reading Say “I Do” with Red White and Blue

Cringe-Free Bridal Shower Games & Activities

Looking for an alternative to toilet paper wedding dresses, and bridal bingo? Check out these fun, cringe-free bridal shower activities everyone will enjoy. Let’s be honest — there are plenty of bridal shower games that we’d rather do without. While some think there’s nothing wrong with Don’t Say Bride, Match the Song to the Disney Movie,… Continue reading Cringe-Free Bridal Shower Games & Activities

Ask a Real Bride: How Involved Should I be in My Bridal Shower?

Your wedding can feel like a crash course in event planning: suddenly, your to-do list is filled with finding vendors, building your budget, and creating your guest list. With endless event inspiration and ideas flooding social media feeds, many brides are left wondering where the planning responsibilities actually end. I’ve got some good news for… Continue reading Ask a Real Bride: How Involved Should I be in My Bridal Shower?

Ask Cheryl: Invited to the Shower, but not the Wedding?

It is a truth universally acknowledged (or at least it should be) that all those invited to the bridal shower must also be asked to the wedding. Unfortunately, confused hosts/hostesses sometimes extend shower invitations to those they can’t invite to the wedding. So what’s a shower guest to do when she’s not on the wedding… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Invited to the Shower, but not the Wedding?

What to Wear to a Summer Wedding

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There are few things I love more than sweet summertime! Depending on your location, summer can mean hiking through gorgeous national parks, spending days on the lake surrounded by majestic mountains, sunbathing by the ocean, or dining with loved ones along the Northeast coast.  However, if your social calendar is anything like mine, your weekends… Continue reading What to Wear to a Summer Wedding

How Much Should You Spend on a Wedding Gift?

The most often asked question in my “Ask Cheryl” inbox is how much to spend on a wedding or shower gift. And while we all love a hard and fast etiquette rule, this is one of those questions that doesn’t have a one-size-fits-all answer. Read on for my advice and spending guidelines to help you… Continue reading How Much Should You Spend on a Wedding Gift?

Ask a Real Bride: Can I Register for Whatever I Want?

Young couple in love playing video games while sitting on the sofa in the bedroom, having fun and enjoying each other on their weekends.

Fishing poles, office supplies, board games, a $700 massage chair: what do these items have in common? I’ve seen them all included on wedding registries of friends and family within the last few months! Why are these non-traditional items popping up on wedding registries? I can think of two reasons: But with Amazon, Target, and… Continue reading Ask a Real Bride: Can I Register for Whatever I Want?

Ask Cheryl: Etiquette of Having a Bridal Shower with a Small Destination Wedding Guest List

When a couple chooses a small, destination wedding, family and friends might try to insist on traditional pre-wedding celebrations, like a bridal shower. How should couples handle the pressure to register and have showers when their wedding guest list is small? Cheryl offers her solution and the one etiquette rule that should never change with… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Etiquette of Having a Bridal Shower with a Small Destination Wedding Guest List

Hot Summer Bridal Shower Themes and Recipes

Summer is the heart of wedding season and the perfect time for a fun bridal shower! We’ve rounded up some of the best bridal shower themes, tasty recipes, and gorgeous decor ideas to make your celebration a breeze. With these ideas in hand, you’ll be all set to create a memorable day for the bride-to-be… Continue reading Hot Summer Bridal Shower Themes and Recipes

First Wedding Anniversary Gifts

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Every wedding anniversary is special, but there’s something uniquely beautiful about your first. While some say it’s the hardest year, I think it’s the most exciting. It’s your first year legally bound to your best friend, fulfilling the vows you made for eternity—it’s a big deal! So when it comes time to choose the perfect… Continue reading First Wedding Anniversary Gifts

Ask Cheryl: How Do I Share My Wedding Registry?

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Hi Cheryl, How do I share my wedding registry with our friends and family? I want to make sure they know where we’re registered. Thanks, Brenda Hi Brenda, It’s best etiquette to wait until someone asks about your registry before sharing your list or preferences. But here are a few tips to help you spread… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: How Do I Share My Wedding Registry?

Ask Cheryl: Father of Bride Can’t Afford to Travel to Destination Wedding

Dear Cheryl, My daughter has a 3rd wedding planned at a destination 1,000 miles from my home. She lives 20 minutes away from me. I am 80+ disabled and on Oxygen, and I have a very fixed limited income. It would take an entire Social Security check for me to fly to her wedding, not… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Father of Bride Can’t Afford to Travel to Destination Wedding

Ask a Real Bride: What Should I Write on My Wedding Website?

In the past decade, wedding websites have become an essential information hub for the couple and their guests. In a recent survey on our @askarealbride Instagram page, 86% of brides reported that they’ve already built out a website for their upcoming wedding. If you’re in the 14%, don’t stress–we have you covered! Over 500 amazing… Continue reading Ask a Real Bride: What Should I Write on My Wedding Website?

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