As a real-life version of the classic bridesmaid tale, 27 Dresses, there is one thing about being in a wedding that I know for sure: it always costs more than you think it will. In your first wedding, and don’t know what you’re expected to pay? Use our guide below to make sure you’re (financially)… Continue reading Bridesmaid Budgeting: How to Plan for Wedding Season
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The Wedding Details You Don’t Think About: Honeymoon Travel Planning
Your honeymoon should be one of the most exciting memories the two of you ever make—and there are no rules about how you make it! Knowing this, don’t let the planning process overwhelm you. From choosing the right destination and budgeting to packing, figuring out what you want to do and actually making an itinerary,… Continue reading The Wedding Details You Don’t Think About: Honeymoon Travel Planning
Ask Cheryl: Should I Return the Engagement Ring?
When a couple chooses to call off their wedding, there are many practical as well as emotional implications. Today, we address the engagement ring: who keeps it? Dear Cheryl, My fiancé and I have decided to call off our wedding by mutual agreement. Am I now expected to return my engagement ring? Please advise. -Samantha… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Should I Return the Engagement Ring?
Walmart’s Top 10 Bridal Registry Gifts
Now that you’re engaged, wedding planning is in full swing! You’re thinking about your dream dress and the perfect venue, and somewhere in the back of your mind, you’re trying to narrow down the list of places to register. When considering your potential registries, keep in mind the stores that have it all: from kitchen… Continue reading Walmart’s Top 10 Bridal Registry Gifts
How to Plan a Holiday Weekend Wedding Your Guests Will Actually Love
Holiday wedding weekends can be a lot of fun—but they are controversial, too. The pros to having your wedding on a holiday weekend are obvious: many friends and family members already have the time off, so you feel like you have more time to spend with them during an already-special time of year. The cons,… Continue reading How to Plan a Holiday Weekend Wedding Your Guests Will Actually Love
The Perfect Honeymoon Destination for Every Type of Couple
Honeymoons are magical. After a busy wedding year and that indescribable moment when you get to marry the love of your life, honeymoons are a time to escape, turn off your phones, relax, and most importantly, celebrate your new future as two. Like all wedding details, the hardest part about planning your honeymoon is combing… Continue reading The Perfect Honeymoon Destination for Every Type of Couple
Sur La Table Top 20 Wedding Registry Items
Sur La Table is the mecca of kitchen discovery and exploration. It’s the ideal registry location for serious cooks or promising aficionados. You will receive the VIP treatment with a dedicated registry concierge and personalized attention every step of the way. For inspiration, we asked their Gift Registry Team for the most popular products included… Continue reading Sur La Table Top 20 Wedding Registry Items
Tips and Tricks for Destination Wedding Planning
Some brides dream of an intimate wedding in a magical, far-off destination. If that’s you, congratulations! The world is your oyster. Because so many details go into a wedding, however, planning one miles away from home can get tricky—and as someone who has been in (or to) a handful of destination weddings herself, I can… Continue reading Tips and Tricks for Destination Wedding Planning
Everything You Need to Know About Macy’s Wedding Registry
Macy’s Wedding & Bridal Registry is your one-stop-shop to building your dream registry, earning newlywed perks, and so much more! When my fiancé and I began planning our wedding, we didn’t feel compelled to create a registry. We’d lived together for long enough that we felt comfortable with our existing household items, and we didn’t… Continue reading Everything You Need to Know About Macy’s Wedding Registry
Ask Cheryl: Is it Okay to Give a Wedding Gift on Behalf of Someone Else?
We all want to be as generous and kind as possible, but does that mean it’s appropriate to give a wedding gift on someone else’s behalf? Dear Cheryl, How much should / would you recommend I give for my daughter’s second wedding? I am not helping pay for it. Also, would it be appropriate for… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Is it Okay to Give a Wedding Gift on Behalf of Someone Else?
#TrendWatch: Wedding Day Accessories Every Bride Needs
Here at RegistryFinder.com, we’ve noticed that modern brides are looking for ways to add unique touches to their big day: from unusual bridal bouquets to mismatched bridesmaid’s dresses, there are so many ways to add a touch of personality to the traditional wedding traditions. One easy way to infuse your personal style into your walk… Continue reading #TrendWatch: Wedding Day Accessories Every Bride Needs
Target Presents the Perfect Pieces to Add to Your Wedding Registry: Hearth & Hand™ with Magnolia
Every wedding registry checklist (including ours here at RegistryFinder) is subdivided into categories like kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom. And while that’s a great starting point, and you definitely want to register for staple items like kitchen gadgets, sheets, and towels, think beyond the basics: consider adding some home décor items to your list! This is why… Continue reading Target Presents the Perfect Pieces to Add to Your Wedding Registry: Hearth & Hand™ with Magnolia
Rent the Runway: Why it’s Perfect for Wedding Season
Confession: I love the finer things in life. Don’t get me wrong: I’m not the type to flaunt flashy labels and logos, but I do believe that there is a noticeable difference in quality, feel, and fit that often justifies paying extra for clothing, bags, and shoes made by a reputable designer. So when I… Continue reading Rent the Runway: Why it’s Perfect for Wedding Season
Ask Cheryl: Couple Requests Cash for their Honeymoon: To Give or Not to Give?
Today’s question comes from a reader who was asked to make a cash donation for a honeymoon in lieu of a wedding gift. She’s now not sure if she should attend the wedding or even send a gift. Dear Cheryl, My husband and I were planning to visit Italy this fall for a relative’s… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Couple Requests Cash for their Honeymoon: To Give or Not to Give?
How to Throw a Honeymoon Bridal Shower
You know that saying about necessity being the mother of invention? Well, I’m sure the original orator wasn’t necessarily referring to bridesmaids needing fresh and fun bridal shower ideas, but in my case about 5 months ago, it stood true. It was fast approaching the time in all matron of honor’s duties where a bridal… Continue reading How to Throw a Honeymoon Bridal Shower
MyStylist at Macy’s: My Shopping Experience
We made an appointment with a Macy’s personal shopper, and it totally changed our shopping game—here’s why! Making an appointment with a personal shopper always seemed like an “out-of-my-league” luxury to me: right up there with having a personal chauffeur and chef. But as it turns out, having a personal stylist isn’t just for people… Continue reading MyStylist at Macy’s: My Shopping Experience