Advice & Etiquette
Master the art of wedding planning with expert advice and modern etiquette tips. From navigating guest lists and RSVPs to crafting heartfelt vows and handling delicate situations, discover everything you need for a seamless and unforgettable celebration.
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Turning the Page on Planning: Interview with Jason Mitchell Kahn About His New Inclusive Wedding Planning Book
Read Article: Turning the Page on Planning: Interview with Jason Mitchell Kahn About His New Inclusive Wedding Planning BookAuthor and wedding planner Jason Mitchell Kahn sits down with editor Brittny Drye to discuss his latest book, We Do.
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Creative Ways to Infuse Personality Into Your Courthouse “I Dos”
Read Article: Creative Ways to Infuse Personality Into Your Courthouse “I Dos”As more couples opt for the intimacy of a city hall wedding, the challenge is making a government building feel like a sanctuary.
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The Second Coming Out: Why LGBTQ+ Couples Have to Come Out to Every Wedding Vendor
Read Article: The Second Coming Out: Why LGBTQ+ Couples Have to Come Out to Every Wedding VendorLGBTQ+ couples often face a “second coming out” during wedding planning, navigating repeated disclosures with vendors and seeking inclusive professionals who reduce emotional labor.
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Stand In Pride Connects LGBTQ+ People With Support When Family Won’t Show Up
Read Article: Stand In Pride Connects LGBTQ+ People With Support When Family Won’t Show UpSurround yourself in love and support with the help of Stand In Pride.
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Flipping the Traditional Timeline: How to Host a Deconstructed Wedding
Read Article: Flipping the Traditional Timeline: How to Host a Deconstructed WeddingDeconstructed weddings are getting increasingly popular.
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Renovation Experts @BrownstoneBoys Talk Marriage and Makeovers
Read Article: Renovation Experts @BrownstoneBoys Talk Marriage and MakeoversThe Brownstone Boys share their blueprints for communication, budgeting and turning a house into a home.
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To Share or Not To Share: Is a Private Vow Exchange Right for You?
Read Article: To Share or Not To Share: Is a Private Vow Exchange Right for You?Private vow exchanges are on the rise, but are they the right choice for you?
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The Ultimate Guide to the Surprise Wedding: How to Plan Your Secret Celebration
Read Article: The Ultimate Guide to the Surprise Wedding: How to Plan Your Secret CelebrationWe reached out to top wedding experts to learn about the ins and outs of planning a wedding where guests arrive thinking it’s a different event, allowing couples to bypass traditional stress and delight loved ones with an unexpected “I do.” In recent months, I’ve noticed a trend on social media that’s become increasingly popular, and that’s surprise weddings.
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What to do When Mother Nature Crashes the Wedding
Read Article: What to do When Mother Nature Crashes the WeddingGood news: it is possible to plan for the unpredictable.
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The Wedding Guest’s Guide to Attending Indian Weddings
Read Article: The Wedding Guest’s Guide to Attending Indian WeddingsWe consulted leading wedding specialists for essential etiquette and practical advice for guests attending a multi-day Indian wedding.
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Wedding Content Creator Overload? How Couples Can Choose Wisely and Manage Vendor Tag-Alongs
Read Article: Wedding Content Creator Overload? How Couples Can Choose Wisely and Manage Vendor Tag-AlongsCouples should know what to look for when hiring a wedding content creator and how to manage vendors who bring their own.
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Child-Free Nuptials: How To Gracefully Communicate Your Wedding’s Guest List Preferences
Read Article: Child-Free Nuptials: How To Gracefully Communicate Your Wedding’s Guest List PreferencesThis expert-approved guide offers sensitive and effective approaches for informing your guests that your special day will be an adults-only affair, ensuring everyone understands and respects your wishes I was recently invited to an adults-only destination wedding.
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Beyond the Portfolio: How to Tell a Wedding Vendor Isn’t For You
Read Article: Beyond the Portfolio: How to Tell a Wedding Vendor Isn’t For YouWhile a strong portfolio and good references are essential, sometimes a vendor isn’t the right fit even if they seem qualified on paper.
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7 Signs to Quickly Spot a Trustworthy Wedding Vendor
Read Article: 7 Signs to Quickly Spot a Trustworthy Wedding VendorDiscover the key green flags — from transparent pricing to heartfelt enthusiasm — that help you confidently choose a reputable wedding vendor.
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Should You Take Your Honeymoon Right After the Wedding or Wait a Year?
Read Article: Should You Take Your Honeymoon Right After the Wedding or Wait a Year?Deciding whether to take your honeymoon right after the wedding or wait a year depends on factors like budget, travel goals, and stress levels—here’s how to choose what’s best for you.
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Your Wedding Venue or Vendor Canceled? Here’s Your Six-Step Plan
Read Article: Your Wedding Venue or Vendor Canceled? Here’s Your Six-Step PlanIt’s every couple’s worst nightmare—a wedding vendor or your venue cancels on you.
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Common Wedding Day Timeline Mistakes to Avoid
Read Article: Common Wedding Day Timeline Mistakes to AvoidCrafting the perfect wedding day timeline is an art form, and even the most carefully planned day can encounter hiccups.
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The Wedding Guest’s Guide to Surviving Destination Wedding Season
Read Article: The Wedding Guest’s Guide to Surviving Destination Wedding SeasonFor expert guidance on maximizing your enjoyment of a destination wedding while ensuring you return home feeling refreshed, we reached out to experienced wedding specialists.
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When Should You Get Your Wedding Photos Back? A Realistic Guide for Newlyweds Eager to Relive the Magic
Read Article: When Should You Get Your Wedding Photos Back? A Realistic Guide for Newlyweds Eager to Relive the MagicWondering when you’ll get to relive the best day of your life through your wedding photos?
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Heirloom Is Revolutionizing Wedding Videos with Personalized Video Books
Read Article: Heirloom Is Revolutionizing Wedding Videos with Personalized Video BooksRelive your wedding day in a whole new way with personalized video books from Heirloom.
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Meet Lovebird: The All-in-One Wedding Communication Platform That Simplifies Everything
Read Article: Meet Lovebird: The All-in-One Wedding Communication Platform That Simplifies EverythingLovebird is revolutionizing how couples communicate with wedding guests.
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Inspired by YOU: Top Wedding Planners Weigh In on How to Make Your Wedding More YOU
Read Article: Inspired by YOU: Top Wedding Planners Weigh In on How to Make Your Wedding More YOUWe asked top wedding planners how they help their couples find inspiration within their own love story. JOVE MEYER, event planner and designer at Jove Meyer Events MAKE A WEDDING MOOD BOARD. Separately, each of you save 12 images that make you happy and feel like the vibe of the wedding you want to have.



