Difference Between a Wedding and Eloping: Which is Right for You?
Lately, the word "elopement" has been thrown around a lot as an alternative to having a wedding. And you may find yourself wondering: What exactly is the difference between a…
Lately, the word "elopement" has been thrown around a lot as an alternative to having a wedding. And you may find yourself wondering: What exactly is the difference between a…
Oh no -- you waited until the last minute to find your "something borrowed, something blue" and now your big day is right around the corner, or even today! Don't…
As you're planning your wedding, you might be wondering about the "rules" when it comes to flower girls and ring bearers. So... How old is "too old" to be a…
Looking for ways to incorporate a unity ceremony into your wedding but not sure the words to say or when to say them? Today I'll give you 16 scripts that…
Today we're going to be talking about how you can best keep your wedding guests safe! Of course, the safest thing to do (at the time I'm writing this at…
A wedding coordinator and a wedding planner are not the same thing: A wedding coordinator (sometimes referred to as a "day of" coordinator) is responsible for timing and logistics on…
I bought a wedding dress from Amazon for $34.99 that is meant to be worn at a simple beach or backyard wedding. You can check out the current price of…
If you're like me and you've been sitting at many weddings asking yourself, why are we still doing this [insert particular tradition]... Isn't this kind of outdated?? THEN let's explore…
I wanted to compare affordable wedding dresses that cost under $300 so I ordered and tried on 6 different inexpensive dresses from Lulus Bridal, Nordstrom, ASOS, Modcloth, Amazon, and Blushfashion.…
In this article, I'll review a wedding dress that I bought from Nordstrom that cost me under $200! It's an off-the-shoulder "princess style" (with a built-in figure-flattering corset) affordable wedding…
I'm going to review a Lulus wedding dress that has lace and really amazing bell sleeves! It's really shape-fitting, and I LOVE it! In this article, I'll go through all…
I think the first time I shopped online at Modcloth was about 10 years ago when I saw a 50's-style retro flower-patterned dress that I loved and had to have.…
So you want to have a simple wedding... great! Me too! I’m currently trying to plan my own simple and inexpensive wedding. Here you'll find a 21-Step Guide from start…
I've been to a lot of weddings. And the thing that makes them memorable, that makes us all talk about them years later, are the UNIQUE and PERSONAL details from…
Wondering whether to have a wedding shower or a bridal shower and not sure what the heck the difference is? Hopefully this will help: A bridal shower is an event…
If you've never heard of affordable wedding dresses from Blush Fashion (this links to their bridal collection page), I have some very exciting news for you my friend! I found…
So I had been eyeing ASOS wedding dresses for a while, knowing that they're affordable (many under $300 and $200) and gorgeous. I took the plunge a few weeks ago…
I did a lot of research when we were ready to send out our own wedding invitations. I knew that we didn't want to send paper invitations, because we were…
As I was researching for this article, trying to put together the "perfect" wedding ceremony order of events, I realized something: There is no "perfect" order of events and there…
We're getting married next June and as grad students and teachers, weren't willing to shell out lots of cash for our wedding. But we still wanted to have an epic…
There are honestly MANY ways of writing your own wedding vows and almost no way you do it will be the "wrong way." As long as YOU'RE the one writing…
There are so many conflicting opinions on the necessity of wedding programs out there, so I think we need to reevaluate this question critically for the MODERN couple and in…
There are a lot of misconceptions about how to have the BEST WEDDING EVER. Many people make the mistake of stressing over details that aren't memorable to anyone, including YOU…
Despite all of the trends and hype in wedding planning, what truly makes a wedding unique isn't at all about having a funky backdrop or a perfect floral centerpiece. We…
Having a wedding ceremony isn't necessary, to a certain extent. Although the rules vary from place to place, the minimum requirements for getting legally married are to show up in-person…
The question of whether or not to get a DJ for your wedding may be stressful and I completely understand your desire to save money on this service, because I'm…
If you're anything like me, in a long-term relationship and confused by the idea of wedding and/or bridal registries, you may be asking yourself the same question I did: Do…
If you're recently engaged and looking for wedding dresses like I am, you are in for a shock. And you will definitely find yourself asking the question: Why are wedding…
Thinking of using sola wood flowers as wedding centerpieces and wondering if they float in water?! I have some good news and bad news to answer your question: Yes, sola…
You may have heard about sola wood flowers as an alternative to real flowers and silk flowers -- and I agree that they're a really unique and beautiful choice for…
If you're considering using sola wood flowers for your wedding, great! That's exciting! But you may have many questions about how they look and feel in comparison to real flowers…
Have you been looking around for sola wood flowers for your wedding? They're a great, eco-friendly choice, and if you're going to be making bouquets or centerpieces with them, you…
For Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit fans, wedding readings by J. R. R. Tolkien may be something you want to include in your wedding ceremony. Tolkien's writing may…
You may be thinking about getting sola wood flowers for your wedding because of how real they look and feel, how long they last, and because of their eco-friendliness. But…
If you're like me, you have been fascinated by sola wood flowers, artificial lightweight flowers made from sola plants. And you may be asking yourself: How long do sola wood…
Choosing a month in which to get married can be a tough decision... it's a date that will follow you for the rest of your life, every anniversary! I'm here…
Looking for some wedding reading inspiration from your favorite musicals? I have compiled a list of wedding readings that you'll love! You could either have your friends and family read…
Before buying an expensive diamond ring, consumers need to know exactly what they're getting for their money... And to ask themselves the question: Is a diamond ring really worth it?…
You may be seeking out lab-created diamonds as an eco-friendly alternative to mined (or natural) diamonds. But as lab-created diamonds become more popular, the question is popping up more and…
There are a lot of rumors out there about lab-created diamonds versus mined diamonds, and you too may be asking yourself the question: Are lab-created diamonds real? In fact, lab-created…
We don't all want to spend thousands and thousands of dollars on our wedding reception meals, and we don't have to. I've written in the past about how to cater…
Here you'll find a list of perfect movies to draw on for wedding readings and vows! You can use the readings verbatim or adapt the words to suit your own…
Have you settled on a mermaid wedding dress but aren't sure what kind of shoes to wear with it? Fear not! You actually have many shoe options for a mermaid…
Looking for elegant mother-of-the-bride dresses available online? Let me help you find some great options! That's actually my own beautiful mother (and father) pictured in the photo above! It was…
I ordered 8 wedding dresses under $100 from Lulus because I was so curious about the possibility of actual BUDGET wedding dresses. I wanted to know if the quality of…
If you're reading this, you're probably on the look out for eco-friendly and sustainable (and most likely ethical) wedding dress options! It's not super hard to find that perfect "green"…
Gettin' married soon and thinking of having a backyard BBQ for your reception? Join the club! When I was doing research for my backyard wedding menu, I read a book…
This is the ultimate step-by-step guide with a detailed sample menu designed to help you cater your own wedding easily and without hassle. If you've looked into the prices of…
Are you just starting to plan a wedding on a budget, but not sure where to begin? That's the position I'm in, and I've done a ton of research to…
Planning a wedding and writing your own ceremony script? Me too! And I'm here to help you make the process easier and share all that I've learned from many authors,…