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An Enchanting, New Orleans “I Do” Dazzles on the Cover of the New Summer 2020 Issue
The Southern Bride Magazine Summer 2020 issue is officially here and oh man, this cover is everything! A gentle, loving forehead kiss, captured by Calvin Gavion Photography, provides a heart melting moment while an ivory stone fireplace adorned with florals and gold...
Tips for Couples on #GlobalForgivenessDay
Stephen WB Mitchell, Ph.D., and Erin AB Mitchell, MACP from Mitchell Counseling Services share their own experiences with forgiving each other and ways couples can practice it in their relationships. They admit that even though they have their own counseling practice...
Coronavirus + Weddings: Your Most Recent Questions Answered
Though we’re sharing answers to your most pressing questions regarding the Coronavirus + Weddings on our social media accounts (Facebook + Instagram), we also decided to round up the Q&A’s on the blog as an extra resource. If you haven’t already heard, we’ve been...
Talking About Money Before Tying the Knot
By Michelle Schroeder-Gardner With all the excitement and bustle that comes along with planning your big day, it’s easy for couples to overlook the importance of having financial conversations. Having money talks with your significant other is extremely...
Southern Bride Partners Take to Instagram to Offer Support During COVID-19
Southern Bride is blessed to be part of such a thoughtful and caring industry. All the different players that come together to curate couple’s special days, are also coming together to provide support for their local + virtual communities as well as brides-to-be who...
COVID-19 Has Postponed Your Wedding But It Doesn’t Have To Postpone Your Relationship
“You and your partner have the opportunity to connect in the disconnect.” By: Stephen WB Mitchell, PhD and Erin AB Mitchell, MACPcreateyourcouplestory.com What a tremendously uncertain time we are living in today. At the beginning of last week you may have found...
Charleston Bridal Stylists Offers Tips For Finding Your Dream Dress
Did the new year come with a new ring and a fiance? Congrats, Future MRS! Now that you have said “yes” to the one, it’s time to say “yes” to the wedding dress. Here are a few tips on finding your dream gown from Charleston bridal stylists Michelle Miller and Lindsey...
A Historic Nashville Wedding Venue Wants Brides to Know Their Insurance Options
By Maggie Burns, The Barn at Mayo Farm When little girls dream of their wedding day, they’re usually imagining a gorgeous gown, an abundance of lush flowers, a picture-perfect starry night, and of course Prince Charming. We have yet to come across a 12-year-old girl...
Personalize Your Wedding with Tips from 4 Industry Influencers
In 2020 we expect weddings to take on fresh, new elements and trends! And while we’re excited to hop on the bandwagon, we also want to encourage brides to continue incorporating those more personal details. As arguably one of the most important days of your life, your...
From Stressed Out To Blissed Out
Reducing Wedding Planning Stress with Nutrition By Hanna Sender Let's talk about stress, shall we? Plain and simple, planning a wedding is stressful. Whether you're planning a big soiree or a small, intimate dinner party - you're inevitably going to encounter moments...
Junebug Weddings Offers 4 Tips Newly Engaged Couples Need to Hear
If you’re a newly engaged couple, congratulations! You’re about to embark on quite the journey, and we’re so excited that you’ve stumbled onto this post, as we think these tips will set you up for wedding planning success. Before you get started planning your big day,...
Camp Bow Wow’s Tips for Including Your Pet in Your Big Day
How do you make your big day even more special? Have your pup join in the festivities and stand by your side as an extra addition of love and comfort! Pet Expert Erin Askeland, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA of Camp Bow Wow, North America's largest and most trusted pet care...
How to Wear Pearls from Every Day to Wedding Day
Though the more formal, vintage look of pearls can make them daunting to incorporate into your style, they're sure to add a sophisticated touch to any outfit, for any occasion. Keep pearls in your regular jewelry rotation with the suggestions below. How to Wear Pearls...
Tips & Tricks from Alys Beach’s In-House Wedding Expert
Paul Johnson Photography Offering an unrivaled sense of escape, Alys Beach is an emerging community nestled along Northwest Florida's scenic Highway 30A. Drawing inspiration from Bermuda, Antigua, and Guatemala, Alys Beach's stark white buildings and private courtyard...
Sweet Ways to Honor Loved Ones Who Have Passed
We all dream of spending our wedding day surrounded by those we love most. When the big day finally arrives though, those dear to our hearts may not still be with us. Remember those who have passed or are not able to be present with these five sweet ideas. Save Them a...
#AdoptDontShop
Today is national mutt day and a wonderful occasion to remind everyone just how important it is to adopt and not shop! Twice a year we celebrate those special mixed breeds and shed light on the fact that many of them are still longing for a forever home. So if you’re...
5 Ways to Ask Your Best Friend to Be Your Bridesmaid
Happy International Day of Friendship! We all have that one person (or more than one!) who has stood by our side through thick and thin and when it comes to getting married, you couldn’t imagine celebrating the most important day of your life without them! For all the...
Unique Ways to Thank Your Parents at Your Wedding
Have all your parents walk you down the aisleThe father of the bride doesn’t always have to give his daughter away. Have anyone that you consider a parent walk down the aisle with you! Serve your parents favorite foodWhen it comes to picking out...
7 Tips For Choosing Your Wedding Shoes
From stilettos to sneakers, your wedding shoes carry a lot of responsibility. Not only do they complete your big day look, but also have to get you down the aisle and keep you dancing at the reception. Whether you’re wanting a statement piece or shoes that...
5 Tips on Selecting Dinnerware You Can Dress Up or Down
The right dinnerware is just as essential to a knock-out tablescape as the presentation of the dishes being served. Instead of buying multiple combinations of plates, bowls, cutlery, etc., purchase one, quality set of dinnerware that you’re able to spruce up or down...
Pre-Wedding ‘Tweak’ments & Full-On Plastic Surgery
Wedding season is in full swing and that means wedding party’s all over the world are in prep mode. From florals to food, there’s always a hot new trend in the bridal industry. ‘Tweak’ments and full-on facial plastic surgery procedures rank high on engaged couples...
The Best Bridal Beauty for Every Wedding Destination
Bridal season is in full swing which means glowing skin is an absolute must. Not only does the stress of wedding planning take a toll on your skin, but a destination wedding may expose your skin to new elements that it’s not used to. To ensure your skin looks better...
Wedding #CakeGoals from Plated
More than ever, brides are seeking to DIY their special day. Whether you’re looking to bake your own cake or make one for a friend or family member, we’re reaching out with some expert tips from Plated chef, Grace Pescatello. Follow her advice below to approach a...
Wedding for a Party of Two, Please!
With more millennials eloping now than ever before, we wanted to round up 5 great ideas to make your intimate ceremony unforgettable because a party of two is just as special as a two hundred person extravaganza. 1. Hike your favorite trail. If you and your partner...
4 Hydrating Skincare Products to Help You Beat the Summer Heat
We found 4 ultra-hydrating beauty products to help your skin better acclimate to the summer sun! There’s no better way to beat the heat than by protecting your skin and showing it a little extra love. Not only are these items affordable and easy to use, they’ll also...
After 51 Years of Wedded Bliss, Gail Lets Us In on What Makes a Lasting Marriage
After spending 51 years happily married, Gail Kennedy Player has enough memories to last a lifetime. When Gail was 20 years old a man by the name of Dale Player won her over after a night of dancing the Carolina shag to The Clovers’ “Your Cash Ain’t Nothin’ But...
Etsy Trend Expert, Dayna Isom Johnson, on How Etsy Allows Couples to Feel Like Their Special Day is Truly One-of-a-Kind
In 2011, Dayna Isom Johnson was on the front end of history when she joined a small company named Etsy. Eight years later, Etsy has taken the world by storm by becoming one of the top 10 online shopping sites.When we asked Dayna to share with us why wedding shopping...
7 Great Ways to Involve Your Groom in Wedding Planning
photographer: Emma LiliWanting to happily engage your guy in the #weddingplanning process? Here are some quick tips to ensure the planning is an exciting time for both of you! photographer: Clara Mellown Photography 1. Give Him Options. Create a list of your...
Naturally Sassy’s Ballet Inspired Exercises for Toned Bridal Legs
Ballet Blast by Sassy is the first method launched in the Naturally Sassy online studio. Ballet Blast makes the ballerina physique accessible to all, fusing strength and conditioning training with ballet principles. Unlike many fitness classes that feel like you’re...
How to Find Your Missing Piece: Kendra Scott’s Go-To Guide for Picking Out Bridal Jewelry
It's All Monochromatic When Picking Out the Right Jewelry So you’re on your way to saying “I do” – you have the venue, the dress, the caterer… Now it’s time to pick your bridal jewelry! But how do you decide what to wear on one of the most memorable (and photographed)...
6 Ways Take Time for Yourself and De-stress
It’s no surprise that planning a wedding can be time-consuming and stressful. From finding the perfect venue to picking the right caterer, and everything in between. However, throughout the process of planning your wedding, it’s important to find ways to help you...
Everything You Need to Know About Engagement Rings
The 6 C’s You Must-Know from Michelle Demaree If you are one of the 2.3 million couples getting engaged this year, you are sure to set yourself apart by being in-the-know. Most websites will tell you about the 4 C’s of diamonds, but there are 2 more C’s that must be...
5 Tips For A Dream Vow Renewal by Susan Breslow
The New Romantics…Your Parents? Move over, millennials. Romance isn't just about young love but the joy of saying “I’d do it all over again with you.”If your folks have an anniversary coming up, renewing their wedding vows could be the best gift of all. To nudge them...
3 Tips For Choosing Bridal Hair Accessories
We love a floral bridal headpiece as much as the next bride. We can’t help ourselves, we live and breathe all things delicate and beautiful, and often find floral elements can add the perfect detail to a bridal look. A headpiece and veil are a simple accessories,...
6 Honest Makeup Tips For a Bride Over 30
A collection of day saving beauty tips from makeup artist, Amanda Cocanougher Williamson of Little Rosie & Co. We all like YouTube, right? Makeup tutorials are a must in my down time. Before I got married I had to have watched over 20 bridal makeup tutorials....
4 Things You Should Get Insured Before Your Wedding
Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life. Don’t fall into the trap of ‘it won’t happen to me’ because there are certainly some horror stories for brides-to-be. When you have a large group of people celebrating with alcohol, there’s always the...
