Traditions like throwing the bouquet and cutting the cake are celebratory, but are they appropriate beyond the first wedding? Dear Cheryl, My upcoming marriage will be my third, and my fiance’s second. We originally planned to have a small gathering, but because of the size of his family it is turning into a larger celebration.… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Which Traditions Should We Keep for our Second or Third Weddings?
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Sustainable Wedding Registry Gifts for the Eco-Conscious Couple
For many modern couples, it’s important to live sustainably. Some simply try to pay attention to environmental impact and long-term product usage, while others may live totally paper- or plastic-free. At the end of the day, I’d be willing to bet that most couples fall somewhere on this spectrum. Like any other wedding factor, your… Continue reading Sustainable Wedding Registry Gifts for the Eco-Conscious Couple
Ask a Real Bride: Where are the Wedding Gifts? Why Some Guests Aren’t Giving–And What You Can Do About It
The Ask a Real Bride Instagram page is growing, and we would love to see you there, too! Every week, we discuss wedding etiquette topics like plus ones, dress codes, gift registries, and thank-you notes. And while there are many guidelines for hosting, gifting, and expressing gratitude, there’s one wedding topic that almost no one… Continue reading Ask a Real Bride: Where are the Wedding Gifts? Why Some Guests Aren’t Giving–And What You Can Do About It
Ask Cheryl: Who Should I Invite to My Bachelorette Party?
In recent years, the bachelorette party has become a huge production. What once was a fun night out with the bridesmaids has become an extravagant (and expensive) weekend-long trip. The new bachelorette party format raises new questions, like who should be invited. Hi Cheryl, What is the etiquette on inviting friends to a bridal shower… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Who Should I Invite to My Bachelorette Party?
Our Top 10 Fall Bridal Shower Ideas
The temperatures are dropping and the leaves are falling. There is color and beauty all around. It’s the perfect backdrop for hosting a bridal shower. We’ve collected ten of the best ideas to fill your autumn soiree with vibrant colors, seasonal flavors, and festive activities. 1. Invitation Inspiration First things first: find a fall-themed invitation.… Continue reading Our Top 10 Fall Bridal Shower Ideas
Fabulous Fall Shower Menus – Perfect for Bridal or Baby Showers
Fall is my absolute favorite time of year. The weather starts to become milder, even in sunny South Florida, and the vibes are just warm and cozy and happy. When it comes to preparing a fall shower menu, think savory, warm, and rich to match the tones of autumn, and your shower will be as… Continue reading Fabulous Fall Shower Menus – Perfect for Bridal or Baby Showers
Dos and Don’ts of Surviving Social Media During Your Wedding Year
Discover helpful tips for using social media as a wedding planning resource without letting it make you crazy. Social media is changing the way we plan (and attend) weddings. It’s easy to become a full-blown wedding stalker, watch every video, flip through every photo, and follow every wedding TikToker out there. Sure, it may seem… Continue reading Dos and Don’ts of Surviving Social Media During Your Wedding Year
Who Gets a Gift From the Bride?
Your complete guide to gift-giving on your wedding day. Before I got married, I had no idea how much work goes into planning a wedding. My to-do list was long, but the people I enlisted to help had just as much to handle — if not more! It takes a village, and that village deserves… Continue reading Who Gets a Gift From the Bride?
Wedding Guest Etiquette – What You Should (and Shouldn’t) Do As a Wedding Guest
Whether you’re attending your first wedding or a seasoned pro, it’s sometimes easy to forget the do’s and don’ts of being a good wedding guest. But here at RegistryFinder.com, we’re all about helping wedding guests, so we’ve compiled this list of simple guidelines—some of these may seem obvious, but unfortunately, they do happen. Before we… Continue reading Wedding Guest Etiquette – What You Should (and Shouldn’t) Do As a Wedding Guest
Finding the Perfect Mother-of-the-Bride (or Groom) Dress
As a mother, your child’s wedding day is a milestone you’ve been thinking about since long before your son or daughter had their first crush. It’s a special time that marks a new chapter for your child, their partner, and your family as a whole. When you think about it that way, deciding what to… Continue reading Finding the Perfect Mother-of-the-Bride (or Groom) Dress
Ask Cheryl: Can I Create a Wedding Registry for a Second Marriage?
Is it appropriate to create a wedding registry for your second marriage? Read on to find out. Hello Cheryl, My daughter is getting married this year. It is her second marriage as well as her fiancé’s second marriage, and we are wondering if it’s okay to register for gifts. They really wanted to go with… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Can I Create a Wedding Registry for a Second Marriage?
Ask a Real Bride: The Truth About Mismatched Bridesmaid Dresses
Wedding planning comes with lots of decisions and questions, and sometimes, finding an answer requires some crowdsourcing. That’s how the Ask a Real Bride Instagram account came to be, and this month’s question is the perfect example of women coming together to help each other in the wedding planning process! A Real Bride asks: “Hi!… Continue reading Ask a Real Bride: The Truth About Mismatched Bridesmaid Dresses
10 Unique Wedding Registry Splurges (That Are Worth the Add!)
Are you getting ready to put together your wedding registry? Maybe you’ve already started, but you’re not sure what’s appropriate to add or ask for. If you’ve got your sights set on high-ticket items or straight up splurges, you might be wondering whether you can add them to your wishlist. The good news is, you… Continue reading 10 Unique Wedding Registry Splurges (That Are Worth the Add!)
Ask Cheryl: Invited but Barely Know the Couple, Do I Still Need to Give a Wedding Gift?
Today’s question comes from a reader who feels she has an out when it comes to the etiquette rule that you should send a gift if you are invited to the wedding, and I might agree . . . Hi Cheryl, My husband and I recently received invitations to two weddings from couples we hardly… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Invited but Barely Know the Couple, Do I Still Need to Give a Wedding Gift?
Your Wedding Reception Checklist
There’s more to a reception than “dinner and dancing to follow”–and while the reception is a festive celebration, there are also essential elements that make them meaningful and memorable. Your wedding day is going to fly by, and often, brides say they regret running out of time, running late, or forgetting to include important details.… Continue reading Your Wedding Reception Checklist
Ask a Real Bride: Should the Mother of the Bride Host a Shower?
Throughout the wedding planning process, the mother of the bride takes on many roles: she often plays the part of organizer, budgeter, coordinator, counselor, and confidante. But is “shower hostess” a title that should be taken on by the MOB? With the help of our Ask a Real Bride Instagram audience, let’s explore the traditional… Continue reading Ask a Real Bride: Should the Mother of the Bride Host a Shower?