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Wedding Ideas: Wedding Planning Tips

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 […]

Thinking About Writing Your Own Vows? Read This First.

February 18, 2016 | Junebug Weddings

You’ve got the entire wedding day planned, from the getting ready playlist to the sparkler send-off, but there’s still one important piece of your wedding left to figure out: your ceremony vows! Deciding whether or not to write your own vows is key when it comes to planning your ceremony. In fact, it’s probably the first thing your officiant will ask you. Will you recite the traditional vows? Will you opt for vows written by […]

12 Ways to Make Your Luxe Wedding Totally You

January 27, 2016 | Junebug Weddings

It’s not uncommon for couples to feel overwhelmed with planning a luxe wedding; with so many details to curate and so many design elements to make cohesive, it’s easy to get lost in it all! Today we have a true expert, Kristin Banta Events, sharing her favorite ways for couples to get involved in the planning process so their true colors shine in every element of their day! Read on for tips about signature cocktails, interactive seating […]

20 Wedding Planning Tips From Real Brides

September 9, 2015 | Junebug Weddings

Photo by Focus Imaging Photography I am officially less than one month away from saying I Do and boy are those nerves starting to kick in! I decided to bring together some of my favorite bits of advice from real Junebug brides to help with the stress. I love everything these brides have to say, because it’s genuine and honest. If you’re a real bride reading this post or you’re currently planning your own wedding, feel free […]

How to Get Legally Married in the U.S.

August 26, 2015 | Junebug Weddings

Photo by Nathan Abplanalp While planning the décor and style of your wedding is important, so is tying the knot legally. The requirements of a legal marriage vary from state to state, and some are downright weird. Did you know that in Connecticut, District of Columbia, Indiana, and Montana, you may be required to present a blood test and undergo a physical examination? Our guide today offers a general outline of what can be expected in […]

How to Choose Your Bridesmaid Dresses

June 17, 2015 | Junebug Weddings

Photo by Paula O’Hara It’s all about bridesmaid dresses for today’s From Blogger to Bride! One of the smaller aspects of the wedding planning process, but definitely not the least stressful! You want your bridal party to feel great and have a fun time at your wedding, and mixing a large group of personalities, styles, and body types together can make this an overwhelming task. Today, I have Weddington Way to give us the low down on bridesmaid […]

10 Questions to Ask Your Wedding Venue Before Signing a Contract

March 25, 2015 | Junebug Weddings

Selecting a wedding venue is often the first big item that a couple checks off their list. Choosing the right venue for your day defines many of the puzzle pieces that will ultimately fit together to create your wedding: your date, where guests will need to book hotel rooms, outfits, decor, food, etc. While touring venues is fun and exciting, it can be overwhelming. What questions do you ask? What things will be covered? What […]

From Blogger to Bride – Before Planning a Wedding, Get Inspired!

February 25, 2015 | Junebug Weddings

Most people will tell you that deciding on your budget or finalizing your guest list is the first thing to do when planning a wedding. However, I couldn’t disagree more! Before you plan anything, you need to get inspired. Getting inspired means a few different things. It can mean spending hours upon hours in our Real Weddings Gallery or it can mean figuring out what inspires you most about your big day. Before you get […]

From Blogger to Bride – A Junebug Proposal Story!

February 18, 2015 | Junebug Weddings

Big news Junebug fans… I’m engaged! Over the holidays, my boyfriend of 3 years (Phil) got down on one knee and asked if I would spend the rest of my life with him. I shook, I cried, I smiled, and then I said “YES.” On October 3rd, 2015 we will be saying “I Do” and beginning a new and exciting adventure together. Inevitably, I will be sharing every detail of the wedding planning process over […]

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 […]