Planning a wedding is a beautiful, exciting experience, but it can also have a significant impact on the environment. Luckily, there are sustainable wedding options that can help reduce the ecological footprint of your wedding without compromising on style or elegance. Vintage Engagement Rings Engagement rings are an important part of any wedding, but it’s also important to choose rings that align with your values and beliefs. Have you considered purchasing a vintage or pre-owned engagement ring? Not only is it a sustainable choice, but it’s also a unique and meaningful piece of jewelry that tells a story. Vintage rings have intricate designs and timeless beauty that can’t be found…
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Wedding Cake Alternatives: Delicious Treats for Your Big Day
When it comes to weddings, the cake is a staple of the reception. But what if you and your partner aren’t a fan of cake? Or maybe you’re just looking for something a little different or more cost effective? Fear not, because there are plenty of wedding cake alternatives out there that will have your guests drooling. Here are some of our top alternatives to wedding cake. 1. The Dirty Cookie If you’re a fan of cookies (and let’s be real, who isn’t?), The Dirty Cookie is the perfect alternative to a traditional wedding cake. Their “cookie shots” are made of delicious cookies that are baked into the shape of…
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How to create qr code for wedding invitations
Qr Codes have become popular and really grown in popularity in recent years. Previously, they have been used primarily in marketing, but they can be very practical in every day use. The main purpose of qr codes is to provide quick information to a smartphone owner, so how does this relate to wedding invitations? Your wedding invitation could include a QR code that when scanned will take invitees to your wedding website and/or online RSVP. Not sold yet? Let’s talk about the benefits. Benefits of using a qr code for wedding invitations 1) It’s easy for guests to use. Guests who receive your invitation will easily be able to scan…
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A complete guide to faux wedding flowers
When it comes to setting the tone and style of a wedding, florals are one of the most important decisions. Picking flowers is also one of the most fun parts! But amazing flower arrangements typically don’t come cheap and many couples struggle to stay within their floral budget. With ever improving quality of faux flowers, more and more couples are considering fresh flower alternatives as a less expensive, more durable floral option. First, let’s look at two of the most popular faux wedding flowers: Sola wood and Silk Flowers. Sola Wood Flowers What are sola wood flowers? Sola wood flowers are an affordable and sustainable alternative to fresh flowers. They…
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What Are The Wedding Colors of 2021?
We are already one month into 2021. While many of the 2020’s weddings have been postponed, we are hoping the same fate won’t happen to the weddings of 2021. To show how optimistic we are, today we are bringing the bright and cheerful hues that will mark this year’s weddings. Ready to see the wedding color trends of 2021? It’s not a lie that wedding colors are some of the most important (if not the most important!) details of your day. People even think they have the power to set the tone for the entire day. So, when planning your wedding the first thing you might want to finalize is…
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Your Guide To Moissanite Engagement Rings
If you’ve started researching engagement rings, you’ve likely come across the term “moissanite”. That’s because moissanite engagement rings have been increasingly popular in recent years. While moissanite isn’t a diamond, it looks really similar! So why moissanite engagement rings instead of diamonds? We’ll discuss the pros and cons, keep on reading! What is moissanite? Moissanite is actually a precious gemstone. Natural moissanite though is really rare, so these stones are lab grown. They are durable for everyday wear, which on top of looking like a diamond, make them a great choice for engagement rings. Also like diamonds, moissanites range in color and quality. It wasn’t until 2015 that technology was…
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Floral Bridesmaid Dresses for 2020 / 2021
One trend we’ve been noticing creeping into weddings is patterned bridesmaid dresses. Traditionally, bridesmaid gowns are solid colored, commonly in a tulle or chiffon fabric. But the pattern trend is interrupting that! Floral bridesmaid dresses instantly make your wedding party look more unique without being *too* trendy. If you’re going for really trendy, consider mix and maxing different patterns and prints for your party’s look. Where To Buy Floral Bridesmaid Dresses Whether you’re having a garden ceremony or a beach wedding, we adore this floral bridesmaid dress trend. So we’ve been loving seeing retailers starting to carry floral bridesmaid dresses! That said, floral maxi dresses have been trendy in the…
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How To Throw A Virtual Wedding
Weddings as we know them have come to a screeching halt. Thousands of weddings worldwide have been postponed. The couples who have decided not to prolong their big day have been forced to downsize their guest lists. We have talked about the micro wedding trend as one way couples are dealing with coronavirus. Another idea for a wedding in the coronavirus age is to host a virtual wedding by a live stream. You can think of a virtual wedding as a temporary placeholder for the real thing. To us it sounds like a beautiful alternative to postponing or canceling! New York Governor announced on Twitter he issued an Executive Order…
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Wedding Invite Trends for 2020 with Basic Invite
Your save the date and wedding invite are typically the first interaction your guests will have with your wedding day. Plus, chances are you may want to have them photographed and keep a copy as a memento. We’ve teamed up with Basic Invite to take a look at what wedding invite trends couples are loving so far this year! From trendy to classic black tie designs, couples can choose from over 900 wedding invitation sets at Basic Invite. 2020 Wedding Invite Trends Ready to see what couples are loving this year? Let’s dig into the 5 biggest wedding invite trends of 2020. No Envelope Wedding Invitations Seal and send wedding…
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How To Host a Drive-By Bridal Shower
The impact of Coronavirus on the wedding and event industry has been devastating. But, the show must go on! When it comes to wedding creativity, only sky is the limit! Plus, nothing says “2020” like having to host a virtual or drive-by bridal shower! Some may have concerns that a drive-by shower could be considered tacky. But, we're happy that loved ones are finding ways to celebrate milestones (like weddings and baby showers) safely during these strange times. With some planning, a drive-by shower can be a wonderful way to celebrate a mom or bride to be!
