Category: Wedding

Ask Cheryl: Travel, Hotel, and a Wedding Gift Too?

Wedding guests often wonder if they should give the couple a gift even if they must incur travel expenses to attend the wedding. Dear Cheryl, I am going to my nephew’s wedding celebration out of state. The couple is already married. I have to purchase a flight and a hotel room, so I’m wondering: am I expected… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Travel, Hotel, and a Wedding Gift Too?

Ask a Real Bride: The Etiquette of Plus Ones

Last month, the “Ask a Real Bride” got its very own Instagram account! If you love quick tips on wedding planning and etiquette, and short, sometimes funny, videos in your social media feed, come join the party! I’d love to get your feedback and interact with you there! By far, the most popular topic on… Continue reading Ask a Real Bride: The Etiquette of Plus Ones

AskCheryl: 1st Time Bridesmaid Asks, “Who Pays for the Bachelorette Party?”

Photo of cheerful and happy three women 20s wearing bathrobe lying in big bed in posh apartment or hotel room and clinking glasses with sparkling wine during bachelorette party

Hello Cheryl, My best friend is having a destination wedding and asked me to be a bridesmaid. I generally do not like the idea of traveling internationally for a wedding, but I agreed to go and be there for her. This will be the first wedding I have ever attended. It’s the first time I’m… Continue reading AskCheryl: 1st Time Bridesmaid Asks, “Who Pays for the Bachelorette Party?”

Ask a Real Bride: What to do When Wedding Guests Behave Badly

While most of your wedding is under your control, there’s a large element of the day you can’t always plan for: the behavior of your guests. Among any large gathering, there is bound to be some less-than-ideal behavior. And with the added emotions of a wedding and the sky-high expectations of the bride and groom,… Continue reading Ask a Real Bride: What to do When Wedding Guests Behave Badly

Fun Games and Activities That Will Keep Your Wedding Guests Entertained

Here at RegistryFinder.com we know that a lot goes into planning your big day! We also know that you want your wedding to be memorable and fun- one that your friends and family will talk about for years to come. Though we’re all about a good dance party, we also love the idea of including… Continue reading Fun Games and Activities That Will Keep Your Wedding Guests Entertained

AskCheryl: Etiquette for a Second Wedding – Anything Goes?

Bride And Groom With Bridesmaid At Wedding Reception

Today’s letter comes from a bride who has been previously married. She wants to know whether the etiquette for planning a second wedding differs from when planning the first wedding. Read on to find out! Dear Cheryl, What is the best way to handle a wedding when it’s the bride’s second wedding, but the groom’s… Continue reading AskCheryl: Etiquette for a Second Wedding – Anything Goes?

Everything You Need to Know About Eloping

Thinking about opting for an elopement instead of a traditional ceremony? Our handy guide includes everything you need to know to start planning! Couples have been eloping for centuries — whether to assert their independence, circumvent societal pressures, save money, or just to keep their wedding as intimate as possible. When the pandemic hit and… Continue reading Everything You Need to Know About Eloping

Ask a Real Bride: How Involved Should I be in My Bridal Shower?

Your wedding year can feel like a crash course in event planning: suddenly, your to-do list is filled with finding vendors, building your budget, and creating your guest list. With endless event inspiration and ideas filling your social media feed, many brides are left wondering: where exactly do the planning responsibilities end? I’ve got some… Continue reading Ask a Real Bride: How Involved Should I be in My Bridal Shower?

Ask Cheryl: What is the Best Way to Give a Cash Wedding Gift?

Gift registries and online shopping have made purchasing wedding gifts easier than ever, but some guests (and couples!) still prefer cash. What’s the best way to send the money? Dear Cheryl, Is it permissible to include money in the wedding card on the day of the ceremony? I’d like to contribute toward the honeymoon fund… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: What is the Best Way to Give a Cash Wedding Gift?

Ask a Real Bride: How to Plan a Bachelorette Weekend, Not a Guilt Trip

If you’re a bride currently planning her bachelorette weekend, this is your sign to step back, take a deep breath, and honestly ask yourself: am I planning a girls’ trip or a guilt trip? Since I’ve been writing about weddings for nearly 8 years, people love to tell me their wedding stories–and I love hearing… Continue reading Ask a Real Bride: How to Plan a Bachelorette Weekend, Not a Guilt Trip

Finding the Perfect Groomsmen’s Gift

It’s worth taking the time to find a unique gift for each of your groomsmen — there’s something for everyone in this ultimate list!

While your wedding is primarily a celebration of the love and commitment between you and your spouse, it’s also a celebration of the family and friendships who supported you on your journey to the altar. Your groomsmen have been by your side through the highs and lows, the good and bad — that’s good enough… Continue reading Finding the Perfect Groomsmen’s Gift

How to Write the Perfect Couple Story for Your Wedding Website

Your wedding website is a great place to direct your wedding guests for so much helpful information. From venue details to local recommendations for food and lodging, crafting your site can save you tons of time as you get closer to your big day. One element that every wedding website needs is a couple story… Continue reading How to Write the Perfect Couple Story for Your Wedding Website

An Outdoor Lovers Guide to Creating a Wedding Registry

When you create your wedding registry, you’re also creating a vision for the life you plan to live together. For those who have a sense of adventure and love the outdoors, the traditional gifts of china and crystal might not match the vision of the everyday life you would like to create with your future… Continue reading An Outdoor Lovers Guide to Creating a Wedding Registry

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