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Plan a Patriotic Baby Shower

We all love red, white, and blue…and babies too! Summer is the perfect time to throw an All-American baby shower, with lots of patriotic holidays filling the calendar, and the warm weather calling for casual, outdoor events. A patriotic theme is perfect for any crowd, whether it’s a coed shower or a traditional one, and… Continue reading Plan a Patriotic Baby Shower

Unique and Trendy Wedding Shower Games

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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 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?

#TrendWatch: Co-ed Wedding Showers

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Celebrating upcoming nuptials is a long-standing tradition, typically involving an all-girls bridal shower (and there’s nothing wrong with that). However, as men have become more involved with the planning and events surrounding the wedding, and women have besties of both genders, men are being included in the fun with a co-ed wedding shower. Originally, we… Continue reading #TrendWatch: Co-ed Wedding Showers

2015 Top Wedding Shower Trends

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… Continue reading 2015 Top Wedding Shower Trends

How to Throw a Honeymoon Bridal Shower

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You know that saying about necessity being the mother of invention? Well, I’m sure the original orator wasn’t necessarily referring to bridesmaids needing fresh and fun bridal shower ideas, but in my case about 5 months ago, it stood true. It was fast approaching the time in all matron of honor’s duties where a bridal… Continue reading How to Throw a Honeymoon Bridal Shower

Why I Love Winter Wedding Showers

How adorable is this bride? Also adorable are those hanging whisks overhead! The hostess suspended the whisks using fishing wire and dropped a tea light in each one!

While the idea of hosting a wedding shower over the holidays might sound frightful, I’m here to tell you that the idea is actually delightful! Last week, I attended a winter wedding shower, and I have to admit, I wondered why the hostess would add “wedding shower” to all of the hustle and bustle of… Continue reading Why I Love Winter Wedding Showers

How to Be the Perfect Bridesmaid or Groomsman

Being part of someone’s wedding is definitely an honor. But it’s also a big responsibility. Don’t know what to do when you’ve been asked to be a bridesmaid or groomsmen? Follow our guide below and find out how to be the best one yet. As a general rule… Be a good friend: This might be… Continue reading How to Be the Perfect Bridesmaid or Groomsman

Ask Cheryl: What are the Duties of a Bridesmaid?

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Dear Cheryl, Help! I am getting married in 3 months and so far my bridesmaids haven’t helped me with anything! I’m starting to believe they think being a bridesmaid means they get to wear a pretty dress and walk down the aisle. The only time we have all been together was to pick out said… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: What are the Duties of a Bridesmaid?

The Perfect Bridal Shower Brunch

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Summer is the busiest time of the year for weddings! And that means many of you are hosting bridal showers in the next few months. We know that Pinterest is overflowing with great ideas, but that those ideas can also cause you a lot of stress. (Remember, most of those over-the-top, picture perfect parties are… Continue reading The Perfect Bridal Shower Brunch

Day-of Timeline for a Seamless Baby or Bridal Shower

Beautiful cake and other treats on table in room. Baby shower party

You’ve sent the invitations, decided on a theme, decor, food, and even party favors, but what should the actual day of the shower look like? You want to ensure that your event does not go on for hours and bore your guests to tears. Whether it’s a baby or a bridal shower, it’s essential to… Continue reading Day-of Timeline for a Seamless Baby or Bridal Shower

Our Top 10 Fall Bridal Shower Ideas

The temperatures are dropping and the leaves are falling. There is color and beauty all around. It’s the perfect backdrop for hosting a bridal shower. We’ve collected ten of the best ideas to fill your autumn soiree with vibrant colors, seasonal flavors, and fun activities. 1. Invitation Inspiration First things first: find a fall-themed invitation.… Continue reading Our Top 10 Fall Bridal Shower Ideas

Modern Wedding Registry Guide from Wedding Paper Divas

Recently Wedding Paper Divas contacted me to contribute to a new feature of their website — the Wedding Registry Guide. It’s called Wed the Way You Live, The Modern Couple’s Guide to Creating a Wedding Registry. It was a pleasure to collaborate with them and I wanted to share an excerpt from the guide here on… Continue reading Modern Wedding Registry Guide from Wedding Paper Divas

Co-ed Halloween Wedding Shower Ideas

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If you’re anything like me, you relish in any opportunity to throw a theme party, and you know that this upcoming change of season invites a host of possibilities. A Halloween-themed co-ed wedding shower is your golden ticket to a truly unique and fun party. Since everything is seasonal, you’ll find festive decorative elements without… Continue reading Co-ed Halloween Wedding Shower Ideas

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

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