There’s a lot to think about when it comes to the wedding day. And, a lot of expenses. This might leave you questioning whether all these traditional wedding aspects are necessary. While some may tell you otherwise, the truth is there isn’t a right way to do things. This is your day, and it is really about what makes sense to you as a couple! One particular item couples tend to question is wedding programs. Are wedding programs really necessary? The short answer is no! Wedding programs are absolutely not necessary pieces of wedding stationary. That said, they are certainly a great place to communicate important information and guide guests…
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Social Distancing Wedding Signs – Free Download
When you started planning your 2020 wedding, social distancing and wearing masks were certainly not on your radar. You probably also never would have thought about a micro or virtual wedding. But, here we are! The world is more different than we could have ever imagined. Many weddings have been cancelled and postponed. And we’re all trying to adjust to this new ‘normal’ for now. If you are able to safely move forward with your wedding reception, signs are a great way to encourage guests to practice safety precautions like social distancing. But, social distance wedding signs were likely not in your original wedding budget plans. Either were that second…
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13 Free Wedding Invitation Samples By Mail
Congratulations, you're engaged! As you get started planning, you'll understandably be looking for ways to get inspired and find the right vendors for your day. On top of resources like Pinterest, one great way to start gathering wedding inspiration is through free wedding invitation samples, sent to you mostly free by mail!
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When To Go Wedding Dress Shopping
You have probably watched enough episodes of ‘Say Yes to the Dress’ to know that wedding dress shopping is not always glamorous. Some common mistakes future brides make is going wedding dress shopping too early, or too late. To avoid feeling buyer’s remorse, falling out of love with your dress, or rushing the shopping due to the lack of time, we’re bringing you a timeline (and a few helpful tips) to help prepare you for wedding dress shopping. When should you start thinking about wedding dress shopping? 12 Months before the Wedding Timeline is essential when it comes to wedding dress shopping. 12 months before the wedding is the perfect…
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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!
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The Best Wedding Hashtag Generators (Free & Paid)
Coming up with ideas for your wedding hashtag can be quite a tough task. You want something that’s unique and clever, capturing the essence of your relationship. Some couples try to come up with a pun that combines elements of the couple’s name. Some want the hashtag to represent them as a couple. Sometimes it’s tricky to think of creative, funny, or witty wedding hashtags on your own. But don’t worry! We’ve tested out some great tools and compiled a list of the best wedding hashtag generators. These will generate several hashtags and leave it up to you to decide which one you want. The best thing about them –…
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Micro Wedding Trend: What Is It?
The micro wedding trend started gaining traction years ago, but the current pandemic is bringing it to the forefront of the wedding industry. During these uncertain times, couples have been forced to change the date of their big day, and possibly the nuptials they have planned. While big wedding parties still not allowed in most places, vendors are planning new protocols and couples look to a new trend: micro weddings. As the name suggests, a micro wedding commonly includes a guest list of up to 50 guests (immediate family and close friends only), but it contains all the elements of a traditional wedding. These smaller-scale celebrations are considered a kind…
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Can You Rent Wedding Flowers?
Yes! You can rent wedding flowers to save money for your wedding. Here’s what you need to know. Anyone that has ever planned the wedding can tell you one thing: weddings are expensive. Like, really expensive. The idea of having fabulous wedding while staying within the budget may seem daunting. Fortunately, there are a number of great tips and tickets for staying on budget. In our last post we talked about renting wedding dresses. Though it may save money, wedding dress rentals can be tough. Today, we’re writing this article to introduce you to one of our favorite wedding budget hacks: wedding flower rentals. Most wedding planners recommend setting aside…
