–Wedding Planning/Ideas–
– #TrendWatch – Bouquet Trends for 2017
July 5, 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 […]
Acing Your DIY Wedding
June 29, 2017
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, […]
– #TrendWatch – Signature Wedding Cocktails
June 6, 2017
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, […]
– #TrendWatch – Plugged In Weddings
April 4, 2017
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 […]
– #TrendWatch – Co-ed Bachelor/Bachelorette Parties
February 7, 2017
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 […]
The Little Black Bridesmaid Dress they’ll Love to Wear Again and Again
March 11, 2016
Your bridesmaids: These ladies have been with you through the good times and the bad. They’ve stuck by your side and are excited to watch you walk down the aisle. You love them, so why would you pick a less-than-perfect bridesmaid’s dress for them to wear, not only for the day of your wedding, but […]
Pop the Question with a Ring She’ll Love
November 5, 2015
The holidays are a perfect time to plan a proposal. But there are a few things you need to take care of before you pop the question. First and foremost- select a ring! Today, the engagement ring options are literally endless and the choices may be overwhelming. While white gold and platinum are still the […]
Express Yourself with a Colorful Wedding Dress
October 30, 2015
For centuries, brides around the world wore wedding dresses in a variety of colors, often choosing a frock they already owned. In 1840, Queen Victoria wore a white lace gown when she married Prince Albert and the tradition of a white wedding dress spread through the western world. However, as many time-honored wedding customs are […]
– Winter Wonderland Wedding – Outdoor Elements for an Indoor Wedding
October 15, 2015
There’s something about winter that just makes you want to fall in love. Many brides dream of a winter wonderland wedding, but what do you do when the weather outside is frightful? You bring the outdoors in! Kelsey Riley grew up in Kentucky and always dreamt of a southern winter wedding. She knew that because […]
Gorgeous Fall Wedding Inspiration
September 24, 2015
Photos: Fall Wedding Portrait – Green Wedding Shoes | Wedding Rings – Carats & Cake We think fall is a great time to get married! The cool, crisp weather, paired with beautiful outdoor scenery makes for a memorable day. The rich colors of autumn can be combined and incorporated in countless ways to create stunning wedding […]
Say “I Do” with Red White & Blue – 4th of July Wedding Inspiration
July 2, 2015
Fourth of July is right around the corner and we’re in a patriotic spirit here at RegistryFinder.com. We scoured the internet for the best wedding ideas for a patriotic wedding…on July 4th or anytime! We’ve discovered that the color combo of red + white + blue is lovely together. It works for the casual outdoor […]
2015 Top Wedding Shower Trends
March 5, 2015
Today, brides might have one shower, or possibly several. Often, the shower will be an intimate gathering of bridesmaids and close family, or the shower may be a large party with most of the ladies on a wedding guest list. And what used to be a ladies-only gathering will sometimes include men these days. As […]
Fun Things Guys Can Do on Their Wedding Day
October 30, 2014
When it comes to the day of the wedding, the bride gets all the attention…she starts early in the morning getting ready for her big day. From a family breakfast or brunch, spa treatments, hair and makeup appointments, to last minute preparations, her friends and family surround her with care and attention. Although the bride will […]
The Meaning of Something Old, Something New… & Five Common Wedding Traditions
May 23, 2014
Weddings are steeped in tradition, but do you know the origins of those traditions? Have you ever wondered why it’s considered bad luck for the bride and groom to see each other before the ceremony? Or why a bride’s “somethings” have become essential? Below are five common wedding traditions. #1: Something Old, New, Borrowed, and […]
– Wedding Costs – The Truth About Budget Trimming Strategies
May 7, 2014
Weddings can be expensive. The average cost of a wedding in 2013 was around $28,000. If figuring out where to trim the budget is important to you, we want to give you information on which cost-cutting strategies can save you money and which can be budget busters. We’re separating fact from fiction so you can […]
– Wedding Etiquette – Inviting Kids to the Wedding
December 13, 2013
The subject of children at a wedding is always very delicate. As many of us do, you probably have a select group of friends who have kids, and are of the mindset that children can and should be taken everywhere. You enjoy these friends’ company and wholeheartedly wish to share your special day with them, […]
