photo by Lauren Scotti Vintage-inspired weddings continue to be all the rage, so these retro wedding color ideas are sure to be perfect for a long time to come! From wine-colored reds to muted pinks and blues to dusty yellows and greens, these color combinations are perfectly whimsical yet classic. Whether you’re planning a summer, spring, or even fall celebration, we guarantee one of these dreamy color palettes will complete you retro vibe! Carrot, Bubblegum, Merlot, Olive, Onyx photo byLauren Scotti; see more from this wedding here! Cherry, […]
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The Best Destination Wedding Locations for 2019
photo by Radu Benjamin Photography One of the hardest parts of planning a destination wedding is, undeniably, choosing the location. With so many incredible options flooding your Pinterest feeds, it can be hard to know which locations would fit your wedding or elopement style. So, as always, we’re here to help! Here are our picks for the 8 best destination wedding locations around the world. Whether you want beach, city, countryside, or desert, we’re positive one […]
7 Striking Emerald Wedding Color Palettes
photo by Karra Leigh Photography These emerald wedding palettes prove that green is still a showstopping color for weddings! Because emeralds have so many subtle tones, it’s a perfectly versatile color that can add a fresh, earthy feel or a glamorous, sophisticated vibe. Whether you pair it with neutrals, vibrant tones, or pastel hues, emerald green looks great as an accent or a primary color in nearly any palette. EMERALD, PEACOCK, OLIVE, GINGER, COTTON photos by Emily Star Poole, venue and event planning […]
Searching for a Cheap Wedding Photographer? We’ve Got News for You!
photo by Couple Cups We totally get that weddings are expensive and the idea of hiring a cheap wedding photographer sounds like the perfect way to trim your wedding day budget. But, after years of experience in the industry, hearing stories from hundreds of couples and photographers, and planning our own weddings, we’re here to tell you that photography is not the place to skimp! You will be spending so much time, energy, and money making sure […]
Choosing Your Wedding Size
From hiring top-notch wedding vendors to curating your ideal guest-list—there’s a lot that goes into planning a wedding. There is no one-size-fits all wedding—that fact holds true for your guest list, too. Your guest list is used as a foundation for many details in the planning process. From event space capacity to catering options—the size of your list directly affects your big day. We strongly recommend sitting down with your future-spouse and intentionally curating a […]
13 Unexpected Wedding Ceremony Readings
Just as we believe that couples should write their own wedding vows, we love when couples include wedding ceremony readings to further personalize their big day. If religious readings aren’t for you, consider passages or quotes from unexpected sources, such as your favorite children’s book, a quirky rom-com, or a classic novel. There are inspirational gems about marriage, love, and relationships everywhere. Searching for them can feel like a fun scavenger hunt—or it can […]
Calling All Couples: Let’s Talk Life Insurance
As someone who didn’t understand life insurance for the longest time, I totally get it: talking life insurance with your partner doesn’t exactly sound like stimulating conversation. However, I’m here to prove to you that life insurance is definitely a conversation that you should prioritize, whether you’re married, engaged, or financially dependent on your partner/vice versa! I’m also here to spill the beans on how my husband and I saved $70/month by signing up for […]
2019 Wedding Trends That Will Make Your Day Unforgettable
photo by Jacy Hermes Photography Planning your 2019 wedding and looking for that extra something special to make it truly unforgettable? We’ve forecasted 11 2019 wedding trends to incorporate into your table decor, fashion, floral design, reception activities, and more! From our pick for wedding color of the year to the one bridal accessory we just can’t get enough of to the style influence you’re going to want to recreate, your 2019 wedding planning starts here! […]
The One Wedding Planning App That Takes You from RSVP to Registry
photo by Patricia P Photography Wedding planning is stressful enough without having to download a handful of apps to help you with each individual part of the process. That’s why we’re obsessed with Zola, the one wedding planning app that does it all – from RSVP to registry – to make your engagement easy, stress-free, and beautiful. Conveniently manage your guest list, wedding website, and even your wedding registry picks from Zola’s elegant and streamlined app […]
The Ultimate Guide to Your Wedding Reception Bar
From properly stocking your reception bar to selecting the overall style—there are endless tasks that go into bringing to life a cozy wedding reception, bar included. Let’s be honest, the reception bar is always one of the most popular elements of your wedding—for you and for your guests. As a general rule, you should plan to allocate about 10 to 20% of your overall wedding budget for your reception bar. That includes all the bartenders, […]