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Belk’s Top Bridal Registry Gifts
April 27, 2021
If you’re just starting to create your wedding registry, chances are you have a lot of questions. I can totally relate, because right after I got engaged, I was suddenly extremely curious about things I had never wondered about: things like stainless steel vs. nonstick cookware, and down comforters vs. quilts. I often wished I […]
– Ask a Real Bride – Should I Send a Save the Date?
April 22, 2021
Brides tell me all the time that they feel their to-do list is never-ending. From the guest list to the song list, brides seem overwhelmed with planning the details of their big day, which leads me to wonder: is there anything couples can skip? Save the Dates: Send or Skip? When I was engaged, I […]
15 Ideas for Your Bride & Groom Gift Exchange
April 20, 2021
The bride and groom gift exchange is a wedding tradition whose origin is a little fuzzy, but it’s withstood generations of marriages and is still popular among modern couples today. It’s an opportunity for the couple to have a private moment during their wedding day (or the night before) outside of the festivities. Not sure […]
Everything You Need to Know About a Bloomingdale’s Registry
April 6, 2021
If you’re looking for a personalized experience with all the best brands, look no further than a Bloomingdale’s wedding registry. Bloomingdale’s has always been fashion forward. They pioneered the department store way back in the late 1800’s with the period’s hottest trend—hoop skirts—and today they’re still committed to selling exclusive merchandise through a personalized experience. […]
– Ask a Real Bride – Can I Register for Whatever I Want?
March 18, 2021
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: Online shopping makes it possible […]
Bridal Shower Themes for Every Zodiac Sign
March 11, 2021
There are so many easy ways to personalize just about anything these days. From custom-curated experiences to monogrammed fashion, you can make anything your very own. So, when it comes to throwing a bridal shower, why should it be any different? If you’ve been handed the task of throwing a bride-to-be’s celebration, this is your […]
– Geeking Out – 12 Tech Gifts You’ll Love Adding to Your Wedding Registry
March 4, 2021
Let’s be honest: you don’t have to be a tech nerd or a total geek to love all kinds of gadgets that make life easier, keep your home clean, and are downright cool. For most people, when they think of adding tech gifts to their wedding registry, they think entertainment centers and kitchen appliances — […]
– Ask Cheryl – What is the Best Way to Share Wedding Registry Information?
February 23, 2021
During Covid, there were unique challenges to wedding planning. Big events gave way to smaller ceremonies and postponed receptions. Can you share wedding registry information with family and friends who may want to send a gift, even without a formal wedding invitation? Hi Cheryl, If you are getting married in one state and having a […]
– Ask a Real Bride – Ideas for Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed, & Something Blue
February 18, 2021
Ask a Real Bride: Ideas for Something Old, Something New, Something Borrowed and Something Blue Meta: Real brides share their ideas for incorporating this traditional poem into your wedding ensemble! Even as wedding traditions change and sometimes disappear, one quirky tradition holds strong. Though most brides aren’t sure why they do it, most (83% of […]
– #TrendWatch – Mismatched Bridesmaid Dresses
February 11, 2021
Gone are the days when every bridesmaid was forced to wear an identical dress, no matter her size, shape, or preference. Thankfully, the latest trend for bridesmaids calls for diversity in color and style, rather than conformity to just one dress—which allows for freedom to find a frock that flatters each individual girl! Brides, listen […]
– Ask Cheryl – What is the Best Way to Plan a Small Wedding Without Offending Any Uninvited Family or Friends?
February 9, 2021
Planning the most important day of your life should be exciting, but it is not without its fair share of stress. Is it possible to make everyone happy? And if a “minimony” or an elopement is the desired path, what is the best way to share the happy news with the rest of the family? […]
How to Host a Virtual Bridal Shower
February 2, 2021
Don’t let social distancing stop you from throwing an exciting virtual bridal shower! With the recent outbreak and spread of COVID-19, couples have had to forgo their intended wedding dates, reschedule with vendors, and even flat-out cancel their wedding festivities. Of course, the number one concern for everyone these days is health and safety, and […]
– Ask a Real Bride – Favorite Wedding Planning Tools
January 21, 2021
When I got engaged, my older sister presented me with a stack of thick, glossy bridal magazines, filled with gorgeous images from real weddings, hundreds of wedding dress ads, and advice from wedding industry experts. I remember feeling so excited as I turned the pages of those magazines, dog-earring the pages with my favorite dresses […]
Will You Be My Bridesmaid? 6 Steps for DIY Bundles
January 19, 2021
What should you put in your bridesmaid bundles? Discover our 6 simple steps to a beautiful DIY assortment… Brides, it’s time to pop the question! Yep, you read that right — your fiance may have gotten down on one knee to ask for your hand in marriage — now you get to have the fun […]
– Ask Cheryl – How to Avoid Wedding Registry Blunders
January 10, 2021
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? […]
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 […]
