photo by Sunshine Shannon Photography It’s finally time to raise a glass to warmer weather and longer sunny days with some new cocktail recipes that would be perfect for a spring wedding reception! Spring cocktails are all about bright flavors, refreshing finishes, and beautiful presentation. We’re loving anything with citrus, berries, and herbs right now, and all three of those flavors profiles would be the perfect addition to your signature spring cocktails. Whether you prefer whiskey […]
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7 Tips for Feeling Your Best on Your Wedding Day
From hiring top-notch wedding vendors to decorating your wedding space—there are many tasks that go into the wedding planning process. It’s easy to get overwhelmed and stressed heading into your wedding day. You’ve likely exhausted your energy and spent countless hours bringing your dream wedding to life. You’ve made it to the big day—congratulations! Now what? It’s time to celebrate the energy and hours you’ve put into making this special day happen. Your wedding day […]
What No One Tells You About Planning a Destination Wedding
photo by Vic Bonvicini Photography When planning a destination wedding, it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement and the romance of saying, “I do” in an exotic location. And we totally get it! What could be dreamier than jetting off to a location you’ve always dreamed of or that has sentimental meaning to your relationship? Part of making that dream a reality is ensuring you’re prepared for every obstacle, which is why we’ve put […]
5 Ways to Include Your Favorite Wedding Traditions in Your Elopement
photo by Maggie Grace Photography Just because you’ve decided to elope doesn’t mean you shouldn’t include some of your favorite wedding traditions in your big day. In fact, eloping gives you a golden opportunity to pick the traditions you love and leave that ones you don’t. Whether you’re saying “I do” with just a minister present or you have a handful of your nearest and dearest around you, adding one or more of these wedding traditions […]
What to Do for Your Out-of-Town Wedding Guests
photo by Carolyn Scott Photography Chances are some of your wedding guests don’t live in the city where you’re getting married, and there are some important things to keep in mind especially for them. From logistics to tokens of appreciation, these are all the things you need to make your out-of-town wedding guests feel right at home. photo by Cody and Allison Photography Find accommodations near the venue When it comes to accommodations, the closer you can […]
Everything You Need for Your Cozy At-Home Engagement Shoot
photo by Nicole Ashley Photography At-home engagement shoots are more popular than ever, so if you’re planning one yourself, this post is for you! We’re talking all things cozy, from mugs and cardigans to throw blankets and potted plants, to help you create a dreamy scene in your humble abode! If you’re not sure what to wear or you’re looking for a few pretty pieces to spice up your place before your photographer arrives, scroll on […]
6 Wedding Myths We’re Tired of Hearing (And You Should Be Too)
photo by Jeff Gilmer Photography There are quite a few wedding myths floating through the ether these days. Some are obviously based in old-school ideas and others have been propagated for so long they’ve just been widely accepted as fact. Regardless of where and why they started, we think it’s time to update the narrative. Weddings and wedding planning have changed dramatically within the last 5 years alone thanks to social media — thanks, Pinterest! So, […]
This Checklist Has Everything You Need to Include on Your Wedding Website with Joy
photos by Peyton Rainey Photography and Chelsea Denise Photography If there’s one part of wedding planning we don’t want you to stress over, it’s building your wedding website. Your wedding website not only gives your guests the information they need about when and where your wedding will be but also helps you keep up with RSVPs and answer every little question your guests may have before the big day. We’ve outlined everything you need to include on your […]
Use These Tips to Narrow Down the Wedding Guest List
photo by Jonnie + Garrett Wedding Photographers Choosing your wedding size and creating a wedding guest list with or without a wedding guest template can be one of the most stressful parts of planning. There are many factors to consider like your and your fiancé’s vision, your families’ expectations, and your friends’ feelings. It seems impossible to please everyone—because it is! After creating an all-inclusive list it’s time to do the dirty work: narrow down the wedding […]
Our Favorite Wedding Registry Essentials from Bed Bath & Beyond
Photo by Humble Gatherings // This post is sponsored by Bed Bath & Beyond Starting a wedding registry can feel overwhelming at first, especially if you’re stressed out with other wedding planning to-dos. But don’t let the stress of wedding planning ruin the fun and excitement of building your wedding registry! To give you an inside look at the whole wedding registry process, we’ve partnered with Bed Bath & Beyond, the go-to place for building your registry. From […]