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– Ask a Real Bride – Should I Try a Wedding DIY?
November 24, 2020
It is a truth universally acknowledged that a woman in possession of an engagement ring must also be in want of a Pinterest-perfect wedding. And since limitless budgets are but a fantasy, many brides quickly pivot from browsing Pinterest for inspiration to clicking through the site’s many, many DIY tutorials for everything from favors to […]
All Your “Minimony” Questions Answered
October 6, 2020
Weddings don’t have to be cancelled — discover how real couples are keeping things intimate with our tips for throwing your own “minimony”. What is a minimony? Pretty much exactly what it sounds like, a minimony is a small wedding ceremony involving an intimate guest list, typically around 10 – 25 people in an outdoor […]
– Ask a Real Bride – What if My Dad Isn’t Here?
September 24, 2020
Growing up, my cousins and I used to watch our VHS of Father of the Bride at every sleepover, and it’s remained a favorite for good reason. While a wedding is all about the bride and groom, the father of the bride gets a lot of time in the spotlight: dads get to escort their […]
– Wedding Traditions – Which Ones to Keep and Which Ones to Toss
August 18, 2020
Everyone loves weddings, and we all look forward to the time-honored traditions of the ceremony and reception. But are there some traditions that are better left behind in the past? I turned to my family and friends to ask their opinions on the most common wedding traditions, and used my favorite social media platform–Instagram–to collect […]
– Ask Cheryl – Wedding Faux Pas Couples Should Avoid (Top 6 DO’s & DON’Ts)
August 11, 2020
When planning a wedding, brides (and grooms!) dream of their perfect wedding day. A day that celebrates their love and who they are as a couple. One goal is to host a memorable event that leaves a lasting impression on your guests. However, no newlywed couple wants their guests whispering, “Can you believe they did […]
Your Complete COVID-19 Elopement Guide
August 4, 2020
Conventionally speaking, an elopement is the event in which a bride and groom-to-be opt out of a formal wedding — and the invitations, guest list, and coordinating typically involved — in favor of sneaking away to the courthouse or an undisclosed getaway for a private ceremony between the two of them. Now that we’re still […]
– Ask a Real Bride – How to Handle Your Mom and the MOG
July 30, 2020
I’m the person that cries at weddings, and for years, the moment that always brought me to tears was the bride’s entrance. Now that I’m a mom, I break out the tissues even earlier: I can’t help but shed a tear when the mothers of the bride and groom are escorted down the aisle. And […]
How To Plan The At-Home Wedding Of Your Dreams
July 20, 2020
All the tips and tricks you need to achieve the perfect look and feel at your intimate exchange of vows. Is there anything not romantic about an at-home wedding? The intimacy of bringing people together in a place where so many memories have been made and so much love exchanged combine in such a special […]
Affordable Bridesmaid Dresses
June 16, 2020
By the time my wedding rolled around in the summer of 2015, I’d been in enough weddings to know I didn’t want a run of the mill bridesmaid dress. There was nothing inherently wrong with the brightly colored chiffon party dresses I’d worn as a bridesmaid, but I didn’t necessarily love the experience either. Putting […]
I Found the Perfect Gift for Your Bridal Party
June 3, 2020
I’ll always remember one of the first purchases I made as a 22-year old college grad with a real job: a pair of Ray-Ban Wayfarer Classics. Up until that point, I had bought the cheapest, trendiest sunglasses available, knowing they’d end up crushed at the bottom of a beach bag, abandoned under the bleachers of […]
How to Plan (or Re-Plan) a COVID-19 Approved Wedding in Style
May 26, 2020
You planned your wedding for months, and while you’ve been through every checklist the internet has to offer, you probably didn’t have a backup plan in mind for a global pandemic and a gathering ban. But you can’t let that stop you from marrying the love of your life! While some couples are choosing to […]
– Ask a Real Bride – Coronavirus Edition
April 16, 2020
This week, we’re shining a light on the couples reimagining their weddings due to COVID-19. How did they handle the unexpected turn of events on what was supposed to be their wedding day? The RegistryFinder Team is all about celebrating, but these days, our focus has turned to offering support. As couples and their families […]
– Ask a Real Bride – Should I Delay My Honeymoon?
March 26, 2020
Does the idea of getting married and immediately hopping on a plane seem overwhelming? While the traditional honeymoon takes place immediately following the wedding, many couples are choosing to delay the big trip by weeks and even months! As someone who chose her wedding date solely based on when I could go on my honeymoon […]
Rescheduling your Spring Wedding due to COVID-19
March 20, 2020
#springweddingsolidarity Our hearts go out to the couples postponing and reimagining their weddings. We want to hear your story! Whether you’ve moved your wedding date or are moving forward in a different way, we want to support you and help other couples. Share your unique story and advice and we’ll pass it on. We can […]
Best DIY Wedding Ideas
December 19, 2019
Every bride dreams of having a beautiful wedding that is special for all in attendance. In my case, I had 8 weeks and a tight budget to make that vision come true! This meant I had to dive in to the DIY wedding world and create something that was our style without looking cheap. With […]
– Ask Cheryl – What’s the Rule About Inviting Co-Workers to Your Wedding?
December 10, 2019
Planning a wedding can be exciting and stressful all at the same time. This is especially true when it comes to creating (and editing) the guest list. How do you decide which co-workers to invite? Dear Cheryl- I’m getting married next summer and need your help with my guestlist. I own a small business […]
