Weddings are beautiful celebrations, but they often come with a hefty environmental price tag. The average wedding wastes $624 worth of food and generates as much as 44 pounds of plastic waste. Beyond these figures, traditional weddings also contribute to environmental damage in less obvious ways. Guests’ travel can significantly increase carbon footprints, especially for … Continue reading Eloping: The Eco-Friendly Way to Say ‘I Do’
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Six Essential “Wedding Rules” Every Bride Should Know
Photo Credit: Marius Muresan via Unsplash A wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime celebration that reflects your love story. But it’s also an opportunity to share your joy with the people who matter most. Guests will remember how they felt at your wedding long after the cake is gone and the photos are framed. By following these … Continue reading Six Essential “Wedding Rules” Every Bride Should Know
7 Must-Have Essentials You’re Overlooking on Your Wedding To-Do List
Photo Credit: Jeremy Wong via Pexels CC0 License When it comes to wedding planning, most couples get the basics right. They know that they need to hire a venue, find someone licensed to perform the ceremony, book the catering team, and so on. But it turns out that there are often last-minute things that a … Continue reading 7 Must-Have Essentials You’re Overlooking on Your Wedding To-Do List
Countdown: Our Top 10 Most Popular Wedding Posts of 2024
Happy New Year! As we welcome 2025, let’s take a look back at the most popular blog posts from 2024. From creative ideas to essential tips for weddings, these 10 posts were your top picks this past year. Grab a cozy drink and join me as we count down your favorite wedding planning highlights—starting with … Continue reading Countdown: Our Top 10 Most Popular Wedding Posts of 2024
How To Choose The Best Carmel Wedding Venue
This post is sponsored by Kabir It Solutions and was written by their team. Rolling hills and sun-dappled vineyards are the perfect backdrops for the ideal wedding setting that couples can find along California's central coast. When it comes to picking a Carmel Valley wedding venue, couples will discover a wide variety of options combining … Continue reading How To Choose The Best Carmel Wedding Venue
A Modern Twist: How to Infuse Technology into Your Traditional Wedding Ceremony
Discover how to seamlessly integrate technology into your wedding for a modern twist on tradition, enhancing both planning and guest experiences. Photo Credit: William Daigneault on Unsplash | Commercial use allowed Introduction to Technology in Modern Weddings Technology is reshaping the landscape of wedding planning, transforming traditional ceremonies into personalized and accessible experiences for couples … Continue reading A Modern Twist: How to Infuse Technology into Your Traditional Wedding Ceremony
No Awkward Time Gap: Ideas for Filling the Space Between Your Ceremony and Reception
One of the biggest challenges in wedding planning is managing the time gap between the end of the ceremony and the start of the reception. Ideally a gap should be avoided, so the end of the ceremony seamlessly flows into the beginning of the cocktail hour/reception. However in reality there can be circumstances that make … Continue reading No Awkward Time Gap: Ideas for Filling the Space Between Your Ceremony and Reception
Top Wedding Flower Trends and Budget-Saving Hacks for Your Big Day
Flower trends come and go, but fresh flowers remain a timeless choice for brides, whether in bouquets, boutonnieres, centerpieces, or other décor. The great news is you don’t need to choose between trendy floral designs and budget-friendly options—you can have both! Photo Credit: Thomas Beaman via Unsplash In this post, we’ll explore some of … Continue reading Top Wedding Flower Trends and Budget-Saving Hacks for Your Big Day
Nature’s Banquet: Tips for Planning Your Dream Outdoor Wedding Reception
Photo Credit: Allef Vinicius via Unsplash Planning an outdoor wedding reception opens the door to a world of endless possibilities and natural beauty. Whether you envision saying "I do" beneath towering trees, on a sun-kissed beach, or in a blooming garden, an outdoor setting offers a canvas for creating an enchanting and unforgettable celebration. However, … Continue reading Nature’s Banquet: Tips for Planning Your Dream Outdoor Wedding Reception
Consider This Before You Plan Your Wedding Through Social Media
Don’t do your wedding planning online through social media. Or at least be aware of what you’re asking, and what you’re getting. Social media is a wonderful tool. We can share what’s going on in our lives. We can get a lot of current information. And who can resist those funny dog and cat videos? … Continue reading Consider This Before You Plan Your Wedding Through Social Media