From mountaintop elopements to DIY backyard elopements—we love them all. We can’t think of a more romantic and adventurous way to tie the knot. With smaller guest-lists and endless ways to skip the stress of big weddings, more couples are opting for private elopements and micro weddings. These ceremonies are anything but traditional, but that doesn’t mean you have to skip family involvement. You can have both—it’s your wedding day after all. For couples who […]
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5 Clever Ways to Repurpose Your Wedding Decor From Ceremony to Reception
photo by Heirlume Photography If you’ve ever thought that decorating your wedding was a big undertaking, you wouldn’t be entirely wrong. From ceremony to cocktail hour to reception, there is a lot of space to fill and so many opportunities to show off your design personality! If that sounds overwhelming, we’re about to drop some knowledge to help: reusing décor elements throughout your day is a major time saver, money saver, and stress saver! Read on to […]
Freshen Up Your Barn Wedding With These 7 Modern Rustic Wedding Decor Ideas
photo by Mark Spooner Photography When it comes to wedding styles, modern weddings and rustic weddings have always been the leaders of the pack – so it came as no surprise to us when we started noticing couples combining both styles! Modern rustic weddings are a gorgeous way to express your stylish tastes in a warm and cozy environment. Read on to get inspired with our 7 favorite ways to decorate a modern rustic wedding! […]
These 6 Mid-Century Modern Wedding Decor Ideas Will Make You Swoon
photo by Addison Jones From dominating the home décor industry to inspiring influencers worldwide, mid-century modern style can now be found in almost every aspect of our lives – including weddings! We can’t get enough of this trend’s eclectic retro vibes, so you can imagine our excitement when we started to see mid-century modern details popping up in some of our favorite weddings. Mid-century modern style is easy to channel with any wedding style due to its mix-and-match nature, so […]
6 Ways to Get Your Groom Involved in the Wedding Planning Process
photo by The Image Is Found When it comes to your wedding, the most important thing is that it is a reflection of you and your hubby-to-be! So, it just makes sense that you both should have a hand in the planning process. While it might be more natural for you, as the bride, to take the lead on most of the details, there are plenty of ways for your groom to get involved. Our advice is to suggest […]
Keep Tradition With One of These Sweet First Look Alternatives
photo by Olivia Strohm Photography While we’re major proponents for doing a first look at your wedding (seriously, we’re all about them!), we understand that some couples prefer to wait until the altar to see each other on the big day. However, there are still ways to connect pre-ceremony without having to break tradition! There are a couple of reasons you might want to consider one of these first look alternatives. First, your wedding day goes […]
Why Hiring a Free Wedding Photographer Isn’t All It’s Cracked Up to Be
photo by Julia Kinnuen Photography First thing’s first – congrats on your engagement! Making the decision to say “yes” was an easy one, but now it’s time to make some tougher choices as you select the wedding vendors who will bring your dreams to life. Picking your wedding vendors has as much to do with trust as it does falling in love with their work, which is why hiring a professional is seriously important, especially when it […]
4 Major Benefits of Hiring a Rental Company for Your Wedding
photo by Peyton Rainey Photography and Chelsea Denise Photography When it comes to hiring wedding vendors, some are more obvious than others. You wouldn’t dream of having a wedding without hiring a photographer, but have you considered hiring a rental company to do their part for your big day? In case you haven’t, we’re here to tell you why working with a rental company can help you create the wedding of your dreams while relieving you of stress, […]
18 Creative Reception Bar Ideas
When planning your reception, including an interactive element is a great way to get guests mingling and get the party started! When you hear the word “bar” you might envision a mixologist pouring adult beverages behind a counter, but there are so many creative bar options beyond cocktails and glasses of wine! From burgers to Bloody Marys and beyond, get inspired by these reception bar ideas from real weddings. Biscuit Bar photo by Taylor Lord Photography; see […]
7 Reasons Why a Brunch Wedding Might be Right for You
photo by Carrie J. Photography When asking about wedding trends, most people are looking for flowers, fashion, and decor elements to incorporate in their day. However, one of the biggest trends of late actually has to do with when the wedding takes place. Brunch weddings have taken the industry by storm this year. Rather than planning an evening affair, couples are saying “I do” just after breakfast time and celebrating with their guests while the sun is […]