Category: Wedding

6 Tips for a Stress-Free Wedding Morning

Photo by Shea Christine Photography | Palm Beach, FL

Before my own wedding day in June of 2015, I had an uncountable amount of stress dreams focused on my wedding morning. Blame it on the fact that I grew up on My Big Fat Greek Wedding and replays of Toula’s wedding morning danced around in my head: everyone coming after me with tweezers and… Continue reading 6 Tips for a Stress-Free Wedding Morning

Your Step-By-Step Guide for Writing a Maid of Honor Speech

Captured Photography | Royal Palm Beach, FL

When it comes to greatest fears, I’m an anomaly. Public speaking energizes me at the same rate it makes other people think about fainting. I love getting in front of a group of people with a microphone and telling stories and sharing information. However, none of that made giving a Maid of Honor Speech any… Continue reading Your Step-By-Step Guide for Writing a Maid of Honor Speech

How to Give the Perfect Best Man’s Speech

When it comes to wedding planning, most of the responsibilities traditionally fall to the bride and her bridesmaids (which we’ve written about extensively). The guys seem to have it much easier, basically just picking up their tuxes and showing up at the altar. But if you’re the best man, you have two important duties: Plan… Continue reading How to Give the Perfect Best Man’s Speech

Fact or Fiction? The Wedding Plus One Debate

Making a guest list is one of the hardest parts of wedding planning.

Ask any bride and groom and they’ll tell you—making the guest list is the hardest part of planning a wedding. Between rising wedding costs, venue space restrictions and trying to plan a small wedding (if that’s what you’re into), there are so many factors that go into deciding the exclusive list of wedding invitees. And… Continue reading Fact or Fiction? The Wedding Plus One Debate

Register Like a Royal: Gifts for Couples Who Love Harry and Meghan!

With Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s wedding only a few weeks away, we can’t escape the non-stop coverage of their big day. And in this crazy world we live in, why not spend a few minutes enjoying the carefree speculation of all things related to the royal wedding: which designer will Meghan choose for her… Continue reading Register Like a Royal: Gifts for Couples Who Love Harry and Meghan!

A Guide to Personalizing Your Wedding Ceremony

Photo by: Henry Photography | Columbus, OH

Make your wedding ceremony pop with personal touches like a personalized ceremony space, unique alternatives to a unity candle and handwritten vows. After I graduated college in May 2015, it seemed that everyone I knew was getting married within the next year. Since our own wedding in the summer of 2015, Jon and I have… Continue reading A Guide to Personalizing Your Wedding Ceremony

Ask Cheryl: How Much to Spend on a Gift for an Acquaintance?

When you’re invited to celebrate the wedding of someone who isn’t a family member or close friend, choosing an appropriate wedding gift can be tricky. Read on for my advice. Dear Cheryl, I’ve been invited to the second wedding of someone I would consider to be an acquaintance, but not a personal friend. The bride-to-be… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: How Much to Spend on a Gift for an Acquaintance?

Pottery Barn and Lilly Pulitzer Teamed Up and We Can’t Get Enough of It

Lilly Pulitzer for Pottery Barn Hampstead Painted Sofa, White + Sofa Cushion, Natural with Hibiscus Cording

What do you get when you combine Lilly Pulitzer’s spring-colored, resort wear-inspired designs with Pottery Barn’s effortless, elegant style? The stuff of home décor dreams. This spring, Pottery Barn collaborated with Palm Beach-style Pulitzer to release new, limited-edition furniture collections for Pottery Barn, PBteen and Pottery Barn Kids alike. The result? A home collection that… Continue reading Pottery Barn and Lilly Pulitzer Teamed Up and We Can’t Get Enough of It

5 Dresses Every Bride Needs

The title of “bride” isn’t reserved for just one day—you’ll be the star of the show at many events leading up to your walk down the aisle. All eyes will be on you at your engagement party, bridal shower, bachelorette party, rehearsal dinner, and more, so you’ll need to say “yes” to a number of… Continue reading 5 Dresses Every Bride Needs

Everything You Need to Know About a Walmart Registry

I didn’t become a Walmart shopper until I was a newlywed with a budget. I love local boutiques as much as the next girl, but watching my monthly budget dwindle after just one trip to those stores made me a Walmart believer. Looking back, I wish I would’ve known about all the hidden Walmart perks… Continue reading Everything You Need to Know About a Walmart Registry

#TrendWatch: Neutral Bridesmaid Dresses

We’re really into neutral bridesmaid dresses—and we think you’ll love toned-down trend too! Check out these three reasons to choose a neutral bridesmaid dress. As a ten-time bridesmaid, I think I’ve worn every color of the rainbow for my many walks down the aisle, from dark brown to deep plum, and bright teal to light… Continue reading #TrendWatch: Neutral Bridesmaid Dresses

Bridal Party Duties You Didn’t Expect

As the Maid of Honor, it’s your job to lead the other bridesmaids and make sure they fulfill their wedding party duties.

It’s an honor to be asked to be a part of someone’s wedding! It’s a sign from the bride that you’re one of the most important people in her life, and because of that, she wants nothing more than to make you a part of her big day. And as much fun as her wedding… Continue reading Bridal Party Duties You Didn’t Expect

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