Bridal shower vs bachelorette party – They might sound like the same thing, but they’re actually very different. Here’s what you need to know about the main difference between a bridal shower and a bachelorette party! Both bridal showers and bachelorette parties are events to celebrate the bride-to-be and her big day, but they’re not…
From engagement parties to bridal showers, bachelorette parties, and the rehearsal dinner. There’s always a reason for a little wedding party! The bridal shower is a more intimate affair, to celebrate the bride-to-be and her upcoming married life. But, what does it involve, and what does proper etiquette say about who pays for the bridal…
Are you a bridesmaid looking for the perfect gift to give the bride-to-be? You’ve come to the right place! Whether it’s a special something to give on her wedding day or something on the bachelorette party or engagement party. This post is a compilation of our favorite gift ideas from the bride tribe to the…
So your best bud is getting married and he asked you to be part of the show? That’s awesome. But what exactly are you supposed to do, other than stand right to the side of your bud up at the altar — in an uncomfortable suit, under hot lights, where everyone will be staring? Unfortunately,…
I found figuring out bridesmaid dresses one of the more stressful parts of wedding planning. It’s hard enough finding a dress for yourself most the time, let alone picking a style that’ll flatter different body shapes, suit your dress, and that are available in just the right shade of pink. And then comes what can…
So, you’ve been asked a very important question. Your best friend is getting married! She wants you to be right up there with her as her Maid of Honor. It’s a big responsibility with a lot of work, but it’s also a real honor. What is the maid of honor? In the royal courts, a…
Being asked to be bridesmaid is a huge honour, and something you may only get to do a handful of times in your life. You get to experience the fun and excitement of a wedding day, without the pressure and stress of being the center of attention! That doesn’t mean everything will be sunshine and…
It’s a good idea to start thinking about your bridal party early in the piece, because the number of bridesmaids and groomsmen you have will affect your budget – especially if you’re going to cover the cost of their clothing. For some people, the decision of who is going to be their bridesmaids and groomsmen is…
I’ve mentioned before that looking for bridesmaid dresses stressed me the hell out. There wasn’t a ton of online shops about when I got hitched, and my attempt at online bridesmaid dress shopping was a disaster – my “pink” bridesmaid dresses from Trade Me were most definitely, incredibly PURPLE. So when the “where can I find…
They’ve been so helpful in the lead up to your wedding that you’d love to give each member a bridal party gift. But with the traditions and different opinions around of what would be appropriate and when to give it, it pays to first know if there is a gift giving etiquette to follow. In…
7 fun bridesmaid proposal gifts to give your girls when you ask them to become your bridesmaids. Wedding planning can be a lonely business. That’s why asking your favourite girls to be bridesmaids feels like such a huge priority – it’s a weight off your shoulders. Your bridesmaids are there to bounce ideas off, help with…
Your bridesmaids have been there for you an awfully large amount in the lead up to your wedding. You want to show them you appreciate all the time and love they’ve provided you, so are looking for the ultimate bridesmaid gifts to give them. The problem is though; you’re stuck on what you should pick….
When I go to a wedding, I’m there to have a good time. I don’t want worries about something relatively fixable to keep me away from celebrating with a Sav Blanc or two. Because of this, I’m one of those overpackers. My clutch is stuffed full of eyelash glue, a needle & thread, spare batteries and…
They’ve been your right-hand-ladies, threw an amazing hen’s night and scrub up alright… so you want to treat your Maid of Honour and Bridesmaids with a present to say thank you. But the wedding budget is getting tight. What do you do? No stress – we’ve collated some great bridesmaid gift ideas for under $25…
So. Things have gotten tense, people have been bitching, and it’s getting complicated. You don’t want any of the prior sentence to apply to any aspect of your wedding planning, and especially not when it comes to your bridal party choices. But if you are lying awake worrying about how a bridesmaid is going to behave, then perhaps…
I have advocated multiple times about the importance of setting expectations with your bridesmaids. Skirting the issue to avoid an uncomfortable conversation now, leads to tension and awkwardness later on in the piece. So how about setting out your expectations early in the piece with a bridesmaid contract? Or is that a step too far? Is it…
What costs are the wedding party responsible for? It varies, a lot. The number one rule of anything to do with money and weddings is talk about it up front… unfortunately, like with many things money-related, it’s an uncomfortable topic and not one you broach when asking (or answering) the “Will you be my bridesmaid?” Question….
The role of a bridesmaid is an important one in a wedding. Bridesmaids, along with the maid of honor, play a big supporting role in ensuring your wedding goes off without a hitch. The role of bridesmaids is to offer emotional support, help with organizing the bridal shower and bachelorette party, attend all the pre-wedding events…
How do you tell your friend she’s not your bridesmaid if she’s assuming she is? It’s a tough conversation, but it’s important to have it! Choosing the members of your bridal party is a pretty big deal. Your bridesmaids lend support to you throughout your wedding planning process and on the wedding day itself. It…