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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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Hiring a Day-of Coordinator
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.
11 Ways to Spend Enough Time Together During Your Wedding
Etiquette
Keeping guests entertained, mingling with friends and family, and maybe trying to sneak a bite to eat can get a bit overwhelming.
The 9 Wedding Mishaps Every Bride Stresses Over
Trends & Tips
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.
The 7 Best Times to Use the Restroom During Your Wedding
Trends & Tips
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.
The Engagement Edit: Q&A with Alex of The Fashion Brief
Trends & Tips
Read on to learn more about our favorite full-time attorney, part-time blogger and how she unwinds from wedding planning.
10 Things You'll Ask Your Mom While Wedding Planning
Trends & Tips
No matter how old you get, sometimes mothers just know best.
6 Tips for Couples Paying for Their Own Weddings
Budget
If you and your partner are paying for your own big day, follow these strategic matrimony money management tips.
The Engagement Edit: Q&A with Iesha of LivingLesh
Trends & Tips
We love Iesha’s budget-friendly style and can’t wait to hear about her wedding!
The Engagement Edit: Q&A with Danielle of Dani Arizona
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!
Pros and Cons of a Long vs. Short Engagement
Trends & Tips
Is a long or short engagement right for you? Read on for some key considerations.
10 Favorite Wedding Moments From Real Brides
Trends & Tips
Which split second stands out most to a bride?
How to Choose Ushers and Ceremony Readers
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.
The 5 Toughest Things About Wedding Planning
Trends & Tips
In WeddingWire’s brand-new 2017 Newlywed Report, we asked real couples to give us the scoop on their wedding planning experiences—including the most stressful parts.
The Engagement Edit: Q&A with Lauren of LMents of Style
Trends & Tips
Get to know our first contributor, Lauren Spann, from LMents of Style!
The Engagement Edit: Q&A with Cathy of Poor Little It Girl
Trends & Tips
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!
The Engagement Edit: Q&A with Angela of Thrifty Pineapple
Trends & Tips
This Texas blogger is sharing how she plans for her wedding not only to the man of her dreams, but a fellow blogger!