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– Ask a Real Bride – 6 Bachelorette Party Do’s and Don’ts
January 18, 2024
In the midst of wedding planning, a weekend getaway with your best friends sounds like the perfect break from all the stress. But in order to keep your bachelorette weekend truly stress-free, there are a few things brides may want to keep in mind. My favorite source for wedding-related wisdom? Our @Ask a Real Bride […]
Top 10 Things You Need to Do After Getting Engaged
January 11, 2024
Here’s your to-do list for everything that should happen after you get engaged and before you start wedding planning. It finally happened — you’re engaged! Congratulations! Pop the bubbly and let the celebrations begin! You’re about to enter an entirely new and exciting chapter of life, and there’s a lot to get done between now […]
– Ask Cheryl – Mother of the Bride meets Mother of the Groom – Is a Gift Appropriate?
January 9, 2024
Some personalities love giving gifts to make others feel welcome—but is this practice ever over the top? Hi Cheryl, I’m meeting the groom’s mom for the first time at the bridal salon where my daughter is selecting her wedding dress. I want to make the groom’s mom feel comfortable and welcomed. Do I give a […]
The Best Places to Create Your Wedding Gift Registry
January 2, 2024
Congrats on your recent engagement! Now, the fun really begins as you start planning your wedding- and that includes creating your wedding gift registries. Registering can be so much fun but also overwhelming as there are so many choices to make. So, we’re here to help with these 3 easy steps: Feeling overwhelmed at all […]
– Ask a Real Bride – How Much Can I Ask My Bridesmaids to Spend?
December 21, 2023
We’ve all heard the joke, “Always a bridesmaid, never a bride.” So when it’s finally your turn to be the one in white, you may struggle with two conflicting feelings: Brides juggling those conflicting emotions reach out to me week after week on our @askarealbride Instagram page with questions like this: The key to answering […]
– AskCheryl – What’s an Appropriate Engagement Party Gift?
December 12, 2023
Did you know that over 40% of all marriage proposals occur between Thanksgiving and Valentine’s Day? With so many engagements on the horizon, I’ll be asked many questions about engagement gifts and engagement party etiquette. Today’s question comes from a guest who wants advice about selecting an engagement gift for a friend. Hello Cheryl, What […]
4 Reasons Why You Should Book an Engagement Shoot
December 7, 2023
As a soon-to-be bride, your to-do list might feel a mile long. But one item I’d encourage you to add to the list: a professional engagement photography session! Yes, there might be a financial investment, and it will require a few hours of your time. But the results are well worth the effort! Followers of […]
– Ask Cheryl – Should Guests be Invited to Multiple Bridal Showers?
November 28, 2023
While it may seem that “anything goes” regarding wedding etiquette these days, there are a few firm rules about guest lists and gift obligations. Dear Cheryl, My daughter has already had one shower which included me, her sisters, her bridesmaids and their mothers. Now she is having another shower given by an aunt and she […]
– Ask a Real Bride – 5 Bridesmaid Getting Ready Outfits Your Girls Will Love
November 21, 2023
The morning of your wedding is a special time: the months of anticipation and planning are finally coming together, and it’s time to soak it all in and enjoy! The best part of the morning is sharing it with your best girls, and one way to make them feel special is to coordinate your bridesmaids’ […]
– Ask a Real Bride – Your Wedding Photography Questions, Answered!
October 19, 2023
Do you know who you’ll spend the most time with on your wedding day? If you think the answer is your fiance or maid of honor, think again–it’s your photographer! That means it’s worth taking the time to learn how to build a great relationship with your photographer, from the very first email to the […]
How to Plan Memorable Rehearsal Dinner
October 11, 2023
From backyard barbecues to rooftop hotels, you can choose some fabulous places to have your rehearsal dinner, making it the perfect kick-off for your wedding weekend. This popular wedding tradition is usually held the night before, right after the ceremony rehearsal. Its purpose is to gather the most important people to the bride and groom […]
Top Must-Haves for Holiday Entertaining
October 10, 2023
When my husband proposed to me, he did so in the living room of our first home. He had a small area decorated with balloons that spelled out “Welcome Home” and champagne for us to toast with afterward. Since then, we have continued creating many beautiful memories together as a family in that exact home, […]
– Creating a Master Bedroom You Love – Building the Perfect Bed
October 5, 2023
Your day starts and ends in the same place every day: your bed. When it’s time to create your wedding registry, spend some time thinking about the look and feel you want for your new bedroom. Shopping for sheets and pillows and all the other bedding accessories can feel overwhelming: so many choices in a […]
– Ask a Real Bride – Everything You Need to Know About Wedding Welcome Parties
September 21, 2023
Wedding planning is about so much more than the wedding: in addition to the big day, couples also have to think about the “night before!” This month’s question comes from an Ask a Real Bride Instagram follower wondering if it’s necessary to host out-of-town guests at a pre-wedding event. Read on for why a welcome […]
What To Buy For A Couple That Doesn’t Register
September 12, 2023
There’s nothing wrong with wanting to purchase a wedding gift for a couple that doesn’t register—we’re here to help you make the perfect choice for the bride and groom! We’ve all been there, asking around for a couple’s registry information, double (and triple) checking RegistryFinder.com just in case, only to realize that the couple simply […]
Top 6 Wedding Gift Registry Splurges
September 7, 2023
Adding to your wedding gift registry? Be sure to include these splurges that will stand the test of time. Wedding registries can be surprisingly tricky. What should conceivably be a wish list for the new couple inevitably gets tangled with questions and concerns, asking for traditions, rules, and all the guidance available. While a handy […]
