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Wedding Ideas: Ask The Expert

Rehearsal Dinner Mistakes To Avoid According to Experts

January 1, 2025 | marissa

While your wedding day naturally commands the most attention during planning, the rehearsal dinner plays a crucial role in setting the tone for your celebration weekend. We consulted Junebug’s top wedding vendors to identify rehearsal dinner mistakes couples face when organizing this important pre-wedding event. From managing your guest list effectively to creating the perfect timeline, our experts shared their insights on avoiding common pitfalls and missteps within a rehearsal dinner. These 10 expert-backed tips […]

How to Have Your Wedding Ceremony and Reception in the Same Room

December 16, 2024 | justine

Hosting your wedding ceremony and reception in the same room can be a game-changer. Whether it’s for convenience, cost savings, or a creative twist on tradition, this option offers plenty of benefits. Guests have just one place to navigate, your timeline can flow more smoothly, and you might save on decor by repurposing elements. As with any decision, planning is required to ensure a seamless and enjoyable experience for everyone involved. Here’s how to make […]

What to Know About Hiring Your Wedding Florist

April 19, 2024 | riley

Your wedding day is one of the most memorable occasions of your life, and choosing the right florist can make all the difference in creating the perfect ambiance. From delicate bouquets to elegant centerpieces, flowers play a crucial role in setting the tone for your special day. However, like with any other wedding vendor, finding the ideal florist amidst a sea of options can be overwhelming.  That’s why Junebug exists. We’re here to match you […]

What to Expect When You’re Wedding Planning in 2022

January 24, 2022 | riley

Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the last few years you know the world looks a little different lately. Which means that wedding planning in 2022 has changed, in some good and some challenging ways. At Junebug, we’re here to help you navigate wedding planning like a pro. So no matter when you’re thinking about saying “I do,” here’s what to expect if you’re 2022 wedding planning. The First Rule of 2022 Wedding […]

Wedding Photographer Cost, Hiring Schedule, And…Everything Else

July 30, 2021 | riley

We’ve seen a lot of panic-inducing posts online about how couples need to book their vendors immediately if they want to have a chance of their dream wedding—even if their big day isn’t happening for two more years. These posts raised our blood pressure. We hated them. Then we thought about all of the couples planning a wedding celebration worthy of their love, and we got a little upset. Okay, we actually got very upset.  […]

How To Host An Outstanding Virtual Wedding

June 24, 2021 | riley

You’ve sent invitations to your family and friends from all over the world. You’re eagerly awaiting their RSVPs. They start to return and you find that 15-30% of your loved ones aren’t able to make it to your wedding day. Whether that’s because they can’t afford to travel or it’s not safe for them to do so, there must be a way to include them in your celebration. Now, there is. Meet the Lovecast app, […]

Micro Wedding Timeline Examples and Tips

October 28, 2020 | riley

Of the many benefits that micro weddings offer, easily one of the best is the relaxed and intimate atmosphere as you tie the knot. That relaxed atmosphere also has its drawbacks—starting with its ability to get off course. Creating a micro wedding timeline for the day will keep you on track and build in the flexibility to make time for all of your guests. Ensure your day has a natural flow and that your vendors […]

How to Plan an NYC Wedding in Spring with Cristina Verger

March 2, 2016 | Junebug Weddings

image by Shaun Menary Photography Cherry blossoms are beginning to sprinkle the trees along busy streets in New York City, which means it’s time for spring wedding season in New York to begin! After months of cold, grey days, springtime in New York is unlike any other. From rooftop venues to lush gardens, New York is an ideal place to celebrate the new season and the next chapter of your life together. Today we are joined […]

Ask the Expert – Wedding Reception Organization

January 8, 2015 | Junebug Weddings

image by Tim Williams You’ve fallen in love with a venue and chosen the best photographer to capture your day, chosen a floral design style and even started writing your vows. The most daunting part of wedding planning for a lot of people is organizing the reception, which requires a good strategy and at least one spreadsheet. To help ease you into this process, we’ve asked brilliant Orange County wedding planner and designer Carmen Fuentes […]

Ask the Expert – Planning Your Winter Wedding

December 18, 2014 | Junebug Weddings

photo by Jason Mize Photography It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Winter weddings are all about highlighting the beauty of the changing season, but they also come with unique wedding planning needs to keep guests comfortable and to make sure that your I Dos are as magical and festive as you’ve always dreamed. Hailing from Seattle, wedding planners and designers Aleah and Nick Valley of Valley & Co. know a thing or two […]