Planning Basics
While your engagement is sure to be a fun and exciting time, there’s some work involved, too. We’re here to help make the wedding planning process as stress-free as possible, and provide loads of helpful advice. Whether you’re setting your budget, choosing a venue, or learning about the latest wedding trends, you’ll find everything you need to know about wedding planning right here.
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Trends & Tips
A day-of coordinator works with you to take care of smaller details leading up to the wedding and run the show on the big day.
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Etiquette
Keeping guests entertained, mingling with friends and family, and maybe trying to sneak a bite to eat can get a bit overwhelming.
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The good news is that with advanced planning, you can avoid some of these issues all together or if a problem does occur, handle it so your guests don’t even notice.
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It’s a good idea to to consider the best times to use the bathroom (whether you actually have to use the toilet or just want to freshen up) during your wedding.
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Budget
If you and your partner are paying for your own big day, follow these strategic matrimony money management tips.
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We love Iesha’s budget-friendly style and can’t wait to hear about her wedding!
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Trends & Tips
We're so excited to welcome this stylish Arizona blogger to our Engagement Edit series as she shares the scoop on her wedding celebrations in both San Diego and Arizona!
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Is a long or short engagement right for you? Read on for some key considerations.
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Etiquette
You’ve chosen your bridesmaids, groomsmen, and the flower girl and ring bearer. Now it’s time to assign usher and ceremony reader roles to your friends.
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Cathy of Poor Little It Girl sits down with us to share some details about her intimate wedding, shopping for a petite wedding dress, and of course - the honeymoon!
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This Texas blogger is sharing how she plans for her wedding not only to the man of her dreams, but a fellow blogger!