Amongst women in their twenties, the bridesmaid experience is a favorite conversation topic. Almost every young woman has a hilarious/cringe-worthy/unbelievable story to tell. Like war veterans swapping battle stories, veteran bridesmaids love to “one-up” one another with tales of bratty brides, budget-busting bachelorette weekends, and not-so-beautiful bridesmaid dresses. So what’s a bridesmaid to do? I don’t… Continue reading How to Talk to a Difficult Bride (and when you really shouldn’t)
Category: Wedding
#TrendWatch: Bouquet Trends for 2017
If you’re planning your wedding, you’re probably getting ready to meet with your florist and describe your dream bouquet. With all of the beautiful images floating around on Pinterest, it can be difficult to find the vocabulary to express exactly what you’re looking for! So I’ve turned to an industry expert, Jenny Preston, lead floral… Continue reading #TrendWatch: Bouquet Trends for 2017
Acing Your DIY Wedding
When I go to a wedding, I always look out for the small personal touches a couple adds to their wedding day to bring their own personalities through. After all, it’s a day that celebrates their unique relationship, so it makes sense to pay homage to the things that make it so special. These days,… Continue reading Acing Your DIY Wedding
#TrendWatch: Signature Wedding Cocktails
When it comes to tracking the latest wedding trends, wedding photographers are my go-to source. Why? Professional wedding photographers attend a wedding almost every weekend, and they’re trained to focus on the details. That means that your photographer is a wealth of helpful industry info. And most, like my friend Lauren of Lauren Louise Collective,… Continue reading #TrendWatch: Signature Wedding Cocktails
Unique and Trendy Wedding Shower Games
One of your favorite women is getting married and you are super excited for her! You have taken on the endeavor of throwing her an exceptional party, complete with a meticulously planned menu and unrivaled wedding shower games! Call back your stylist and grab that hair appointment you didn’t think you had time for! We’ve got… Continue reading Unique and Trendy Wedding Shower Games
Ask Cheryl: Does a Couples Shower Replace a Wedding Reception?
Today’s question is from a reader that is confused about being invited to a co-ed couples shower, but not invited to the wedding. Are co-ed showers taking the place of a wedding reception? Dear Cheryl, We’ve received a couple of “couples shower” invitations. In both cases, it was when a destination type wedding was happening. In… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Does a Couples Shower Replace a Wedding Reception?
Ask Cheryl: Can I Change my RSVP?
Today’s question comes from a reader that wanted to change her daughter’s RSVP to a bridal shower at the last minute. Hi Cheryl, I was searching to find an answer to this question when I came across one of your articles and thought I would reach out. My daughter and I were invited to a bridal… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Can I Change my RSVP?
Set the Table in Style with Macy’s!
I’ve always loved beautiful dinnerware, serving pieces, and crystal. Maybe that’s because my grandmother, who collected china and crocheted her own placemats, taught me how to properly set a table before I learned how to read! So when the time came for me to create my wedding registry and select place settings and table accessories,… Continue reading Set the Table in Style with Macy’s!
Ask Cheryl: Aunts & Cousins Not Invited to the Bridal Shower?
Today our reader is struggling with the often-asked question of who should be invited to a Bridal Shower. This one is a bit more complicated because the invitees in question are family members. Dear Cheryl, I was reading your article on the Huffington post site about who should be invited to a bridal shower. One of the points states… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Aunts & Cousins Not Invited to the Bridal Shower?
#TrendWatch: Plugged In Weddings
With trendy technology, there’s always a backlash: case in point, the unplugged wedding. You’ve heard the pitch for a phone-free wedding: cell phones can be distracting, take away from the professional photography, and get in the way of the guests’ overall experience of your wedding day. And I get it: RegistryFinder’s etiquette expert… Continue reading #TrendWatch: Plugged In Weddings
Bridal Shower Hacks You’ll Want to Use
Hosting a bridal shower doesn’t have to be overwhelming: with a few simple tips and tricks, you can totally do this! So take a deep breath, and read on for some of my favorite shortcuts for creating a beautiful shower that you’ll actually get to enjoy! Find a Team Planning a bridal shower is a… Continue reading Bridal Shower Hacks You’ll Want to Use
Why You’ll Love Your Wayfair Wedding Registry!
I have a little secret: before I buy anything online or at a big box store, I check to see if Wayfair has it. From decorative mirrors to throw pillows, kitchen gadgets to chandeliers, towels to accent chairs, I’ve consistently returned to Wayfair over and over again to fill my home with stylish accessories as… Continue reading Why You’ll Love Your Wayfair Wedding Registry!
So Many Ways to Win at Macy’s!
Macy’s is launching two exciting events in the month of March! We’re obviously huge Macy’s fans here at RegistryFinder, because we know Macy’s offers the best products and perks for bridal registries and the latest fashions in their wedding shop. Where else can you find both the perfect bed sheets and the perfect bridesmaid dress?… Continue reading So Many Ways to Win at Macy’s!
Top 20 Bed Bath & Beyond® Registry Favorites
We love Bed Bath & Beyond around here! And that’s because they carry a huge selection of everything for your home, offer a fantastic guarantee on their products, and have many excellent registry resources. To help you get started on a wedding registry that’s perfect for you, the bridal registry team at Bed Bath &… Continue reading Top 20 Bed Bath & Beyond® Registry Favorites
#TrendWatch: Co-ed Bachelor/Bachelorette Parties
Before you roll your eyes, let me first assure you that co-ed bachelor/bachelorette parties are now a thing, thanks to celebrities like Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson, Fergie and Josh Duhamel, Nick Carter and Lauren Kitt, and Anna Camp and Skylar Astin (details here). Mixing the girls and guys doesn’t have to cramp… Continue reading #TrendWatch: Co-ed Bachelor/Bachelorette Parties
Ask Cheryl: Etiquette for a Second Marriage
I often get questions about etiquette for second or subsequent marriages. Today’s reader is concerned about the size of her family member’s second wedding. Dear Cheryl, My nephew is divorced and is now engaged to a young woman that has never been married. His fiancée obviously wants a big wedding… Do you have something written on this… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Etiquette for a Second Marriage