If you’re facing the difficult decision of postponing your wedding, understanding the right of refusal can help you plan ahead with your wedding vendors. The thought of planning the wedding you have been planning and dreaming of for months and potentially years can feel heartbreaking. This is the reality the couples with 2020 wedding dates are facing in the continued uncertainty of the COVID19 pandemic. There are a number of factors to consider when making the difficult decision to potentially postpone. Plus, there are typically other wedding events such as bridal showers that are also up in the air or going virtual. Hosts are understandably extremely hesitant to make the…
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Can You Rent a Wedding Dress?
Yes, you can rent a wedding dress. But, your options may be limited. Walking down the aisle in a white wedding gown is a childhood dream of nearly every girl. Imagining the details of the perfect wedding dress becomes like a part-time job. Others may be less interested in wedding dress shopping. Some find it to be a very nerve-wracking process that doesn’t always go as smoothly as imagined. On top of that, wedding dresses can be pricey. And what if you are working under a really strict budget? The idea of renting a gown verses buying one seems like the dream scenario. Instead of paying thousands of dollars for…
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5 Etsy Bridesmaid Proposal Ideas – Budget Guide
You’ve gotten your proposal, now it is your turn to do the asking! Here are 10 Etsy Bridesmaid Proposal Ideas to help you make it perfect. Asking someone to stand by your side on your wedding day is a big deal. Bridesmaids put a lot of time and money into their role as a bridesmaid or maid of honor, so it is great to make asking them a special occasion. Bridesmaid proposal gifts don’t need to be expensive by any means, and putting in the effort is what matters. One great place to find meaningful bridesmaid proposal gifts for any budget is Etsy! There are so many options, so we’ve…
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4 Disney Honeymoon Ideas and Destinations
Guest Post By Brooke Miller, Travel Agent with Happily Ever Brooke When it comes to selecting where to travel for your honeymoon, a Disney Destination makes a magical option! Whether you’re seeking relaxation or adventure (or maybe a mix of both), Disney offers it all! Plus, you can register for parts of your honeymoon plans using a number of wedding registry tools. Disney even offers their own honeymoon registry. Now I am sure you’re asking yourself, “What are my Disney Honeymoon options?” Well, I am here to provide guidance! Here are 4 Disney Destinations that make magical honeymoons: 1. Disney Cruise Line Honeymoon Highlights Why a Disney Cruise Line Honeymoon? Easily…
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Fun Things To Put on Your Wedding Registry
We’ve already talked about popular wedding registry stores and ideas, but now we wanted to discuss what to actually register for. That said, this list is going to specifically cover some fun things to put on your wedding registry! There are of course a lot of practical and essential items that you can add to your wedding registry. From pots and pans (like this set by Rachel Ray), to towels and mixing bowls, it is easy to think about the household items you need or want. With that said, we thought it’d be helpful to put together a list of fun things to put on your wedding registry! 6 Fun…
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Virtual Bridal Shower Ideas (that aren’t tacky)
What is a virtual bridal shower? How does hosting a virtual shower work..? In the wake of the current global pandemic, the world is turning virtual more than ever to connect. Events and weddings across the globe are getting cancelled and postponed. Therefore, we wanted to take some time to address topics related to the current world we are living in. The idea of a virtual bridal shower may be foreign to many, however it is not a new concept. Going digital for bridal and wedding showers has been done for years as a way to more easily connect, typically in circumstances where friends and family are far away. So…
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Should You Buy a Used Wedding Dress?
One question that comes up especially from budget-conscious couples: should you buy a used wedding dress? While everyone wants a brand new, designer dress for their wedding, there are certainly benefits to a used wedding dress. The most obvious benefit is cost savings, but another great pro is it’s eco-friendly! There are also some downsides as well, but many of the myths about pre-owned wedding gowns have been debunked. Let’s talk about some of the main questions when considering a used or preowned wedding dress. How much are used wedding dresses? We’ve found used wedding dresses are typically 30-70% off the retail price depending on the condition and year it…
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Sweet Bridal Shower Music Playlist 2020
35 songs to play at a bridal shower that the guests will love Music is a key factor in every successful wedding event, including the bridal shower! Nothing sets the tone for an event more than the perfect bridal shower playlist. Our soundtrack of choice is one that is sure to delight wedding event guests of all ages. Each song on this playlist boasts romantic lyrics alongside cheerful, sweet melodies, creating the perfect background soundtrack and setting the tone for a lovely wedding shower. Bridal Shower Playlist 2020 Enjoy our curated playlist of 40 songs to help create your perfect bridal shower playlist! You and I | Ingrid Michaelson Ho…
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Wedding Website Bio Examples and Ideas
Introduce some very important people on your wedding website by highlighting your wedding party. Keep reading for wedding website bio examples and ideas! Since building wedding websites have become almost a requirement for most couples, we thought we’d put together a series of posts to answer the frequently asked questions around wedding websites. Have a burning question about building your own wedding website? Make sure to leave us a comment so we can try to address it! For the first post, we’re focusing on wedding website bio examples! Many hosts choose to use the wedding website to highlight their wedding party. Since the wedding party is a big part of the…
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Wedding Seating Chart Ideas and Tips
Creating a wedding seating chart can sometimes be one of the most tricky parts of wedding planning. You’ve finally narrowed down your guest list, collected RSVPs, and now you must dictate who will sit where. There are many things that you may have to consider here: Layout of the venue Number of seats per table Total number of guests Parties / Households (who needs to sit together) Dynamics of the attendees Will you have a ‘kids table’? Setting up your seating chart Since this process will likely include a lot of trial and error, we’d definitely recommend seeking an online tool to help you out with this process. Here are…
