Last night I had an email from a bride, feeling stressed that she didn’t have a theme yet, and wondering if she needed one. This question comes up often: “Do we need a wedding theme?” Strictly speaking, you don’t need one – there’s no box on the marriage license that you fill out “theme: rustic woodland”…
Have you wondered what the best time of day to get married is? Should it be early and celebrated with brunch? Or in the afternoon and let everyone raise a glass to you over a cocktail hour. To make this decision, you need to consider all of the factors at play, including lighting, time of…
The tradition of bridesmaids wearing matching dresses dates back centuries and serves as a symbol of love and support from close friends and family. As wedding planning becomes more complex, one question that often arises is: who pays for bridesmaid dresses? Here we take a look at the usual expectations, current trends, etiquette tips, and…
The Maid of Honor plays a crucial role in ensuring the bride’s special day runs smoothly. From providing emotional support to taking on various organizational tasks, the Maid of Honor wears many hats throughout the wedding planning process and the big day itself. In this post, we’ll delve into the essential duties of a Maid…
When you’re doing something for the first time, you’re bound to make some mistakes. Luckily you can learn from the errors of others and avoid making the same mistakes with wedding invitations Here we are covering off some of the most common wedding invitation mistakes we come across when couples are getting their wedding stationery designed. Jump…
Everybody loves a great wedding, but no one loves drunk wedding guests. Yet many brides and grooms feel uncomfortable asking guests who have consumed too much to leave. Chances are you will have a bar or a supply of alcohol at your wedding. Alcohol is used to help people celebrate special occasions and a wedding…
Sending Save the Date cards is a crucial step in planning a destination wedding or scheduling your big day over a holiday weekend. However, it’s important to steer clear of common pitfalls to ensure a smooth experience. In this guide, we’ll explore the top mistakes to avoid when sending out your wedding’s Save the Dates,…
You’re engaged and pregnant too, congratulations this is an exciting time! Though it’s exciting news, it also brings up the question ‘should I get married while pregnant or wait’? Here we cover the pros and cons when deciding to postpone the wedding due to becoming pregnant. If you are choosing to stay on track with…
The wedding is over, you’re back from the honeymoon, and it’s time to face real-life once again. The final task of your wedding journey is to tackle the question of when to send wedding thank you cards. This part cannot be skipped, as sending thank you cards is a vital aspect of good manners and…
Congratulations on being chosen as the master of ceremonies for an upcoming wedding! The couple clearly sees your confidence, organization, and communication skills as valuable assets for their big day. To help you excel in your role, we’ve compiled our top five tips on how to be an exceptional master of ceremonies. Master of Ceremonies…
The bulk of weddings serve alcohol, and it’s often assumed it’ll be free. If you’re serving alcohol but expecting guests to pay for their own drinks, that is your decision. For many brides and grooms, the bar tab takes up a notable portion of a wedding budget. If you’re on a tight budget, an open…
Wedding dress code wording can have you scratching your head and wondering, what do the dress codes mean? A wedding is usually a pretty fancy affair, and it makes sense that you dress formally and in your best clothes. However, formal attire is a very broad term and there are many other dress codes that…