etiquette & advice
Wedding Gift Registry Primer
We know you’re excited about your big day. You probably went straight from saying “yes” to delving into how to make your wedding a unique and wonderful celebration: the bride’s gown, the wedding party, the reception decor, the music, the food… so many details that go into making it the once-in-a-lifetime event it deserves to […]
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3 Ways to Make Social Media Work at Your Wedding
Raise your hand if you’re emotionally involved with your mobile device. Do you panic if your iPhone is out of sight (or out of your hand)?
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How To Write A Stellar Wedding Speech
Traditionally, grooms speak on behalf of the couple at a wedding, but it’s 2016 and more and more newlyweds are choosing to give a joint speech at their reception. Here are six pointers that will help you and your fiance(e) write a heartfelt and memorable wedding speech.
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Is It Time to Rethink These Wedding Traditions?
Just because something is traditional doesn’t mean it’s right for your wedding. Feel free to personalize your celebration by picking and choosing the traditions that work for you.
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Destination Wedding Do’s & Don’ts
More and more couples are choosing destination weddings. Rebecca Grinnals, founder and president of Engaging Concepts, a leading wedding industry consulting firm, shares her secrets to nuptials near and far.
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Who’s Walking You Down the Aisle?
The answer to this question is a no-brainer if you have a close relationship with your dad (after all, it is traditional for a father to give his daughter away).
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5 Ways To Make Your Bridesmaids Love You
Your bridesmaids are your closest pals on the planet. So, don’t go ruining perfectly wonderful friendships by turning into a raging Bridezilla the second you get engaged. Follow these 5 easy tips to ensure your friends will want to remain so once you’re hitched.
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How To Be A Good Wedding Guest
If one could be a professional wedding guest, Jen Doll would be an industry expert. She has attended her share of weddings, from week-long destination celebrations to intimate city hall ceremonies, and shares her nuptial-related tales (some witty, some woeful) in her book Save the Date: The Occasional Mortifications of a Serial Wedding Guest.
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5 Gift Registry Tips to Make Your Guests Love You (Even More)
1. Register. Period. Weddings and showers mean gifts. That’s just the way it is. Your friends and family want to contribute something nice to your new life together, and while some may insist on choosing for themselves, many just want to know what you would like or need.
Read More...It’s a blissful feeling, getting engaged, and it’s natural to want to share your joy with your friends and family–many of whom will be delighted to hear your news.
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