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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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6 Things You May Forget to Do During Your Wedding
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Your wedding day is finally here! All that’s left to do is say your vows and party all night, right? Well, there are a few more things you’ll need to do on the big day.
7 Things You Should Not Go Overboard With At Your Wedding
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You don’t have to “go big” with every single aspect of your wedding. Check out a few things you shouldn’t go overboard with.
8 Social Media and Tech Tips for Your Marriage Proposal
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Incorporate social media into your proposal as much or as little as feels appropriate. Use technology the right way before, during, and after popping the question
Dress Codes, Small Weddings, Bridesmaid Gifts, and More!
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You Asked, We Answered: Dress Codes, Small Weddings, Bridesmaid Gifts, and More!
 Prepare for Bad Weather on Your Wedding Day
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It’s so important to make sure that you’re prepared for unseasonable or just plain bad, weather. Check out our top tips to handle inclement weather on your wedding day.
Your Wedding Questions, Answered: The 2015 Newlywed Report
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If you’re planning a wedding, you probably have a lot of questions.
5 Easy Ways to Save Money on Your Wedding Day
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It is very possible to have an incredible wedding on a budget – and without too many sacrifices! Check out our list of simple ways to save some cash on your wedding day.
7 Wedding Expenses You Might Forget
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Check out our list of wedding expenses that you’ll need to consider - there are lots of small expenses that you might not initially consider that can cost a bundle.
9 Things to Consider to Set Your Wedding Date
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Here are the most important things to consider when you’re deciding on a wedding date.
Kids and Weddings: Etiquette Questions, Answered!
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Check out these most-asked questions, and how to handle them.
“I got married during Hurricane Joaquin. It was awesome.”
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Mother Nature doesn’t care about when you get married. I found this out the hard way.
10 Secrets of a Happy (and Stress-Free!) Bride-to-Be
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We’ve all seen them. They’re the brides who have it all together, whose wedding planning experience has been easy, breezy, and totally FUN. What’s their secret?
16 Times You Might Think You're Getting Engaged
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When you've talked endlessly about your future together and a proposal seems imminent, even the smallest of things can be misread as proposal clues.
10 Ways to Honor Loved Ones Who Have Passed Away
Etiquette
If you have a loved one who has passed away, honoring him or her on your big day is a special gesture that can provide a sense of comfort for you and your guests.
5 Steps to Postponing a Wedding Because of Bad Weather
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Here are expert strategies for how to handle the situation.
10 Questions All Wedding Party Members Have—Answered!
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Don't worry, we're here to answer all of your pressing questions about being in the wedding party!