Advice & planning
Crystal Meanings: The Significance of Stones in Wedding Rings and How to Choose Yours
Weddings are not only a solemn celebration of love but also involve a series of important decisions that carry emotional and symbolic significance. One of the most notable choices is selecting wedding rings and the stones that adorn them. These stones are chosen not...
What Rental Items Do You Need for an Outdoor Wedding?
Outdoor weddings have a kind of magic you can’t find inside four walls. The sky becomes your ceiling, and nature paints the backdrop. But that dreamy setting comes with a long list of details. Unlike indoor venues, outdoor spaces often start as a blank canvas. That...
Written in the Stars: A Bride’s Guide to Zodiac Harmony and Wedding Style
photo credit: Pavel Danilyuk When two people decide to marry, the practical chores stack up fast: drafting budgets, booking musicians, tasting canapés. Yet beneath those spreadsheets lies something quietly powerful, the emotional chemistry that brought you...
7 Unique Wedding Venues for Your Special Day
Your whole celebration is built upon the location of your wedding. Couples today seek places that capture their tastes and foster lasting memories. By defining the tone, guiding design decisions, and providing the backdrop for pictures, the appropriate setting turns...
10 Timeless Wedding Decorations You’ll Love
From picking the ideal location to deciding on décor that provides a unique ambiance, wedding planning calls for many choices. Although fads in weddings come and go, some decorative accents are always quite beautiful. These classic choices not only look great but also...
Why Live Guest Painting is the Wedding Art Trend You Didn’t Know You Needed
Southern Bride spoke with live wedding painter Mollie Fox to get expert advice on what to look for when hiring a live artist and why this creative, personal touch is one of the most meaningful trends in weddings today. From honoring guests to creating unforgettable...
5 Must-Have Shots for Your Wedding Photography Checklist
photo credit: Esther Griffin Photography Your wedding day happens once in a lifetime. Therefore, it is essential to capture every beautiful moment. The right wedding photos will allow you to revisit the emotions, laughter, and love for years. Whether you are...
The Future of “I Do” – Upcoming Wedding Trends
Weddings are undergoing a beautiful transformation. While style, luxury, and celebration remain at the heart of every big day, couples are reimagining what a wedding truly looks and feels like—focusing less on perfection and more on personal meaning, authentic...
Elevate Your Wedding With These Fun Additions
Bright festivities create lifelong memories when creative touches turn weddings and celebrations into remarkable occasions. Strong concepts combine with special elements to improve every moment and provide immersive experiences that enthrall visitors and honor love....
Entertaining In Bloom: Spring Style Tips From Joanna Buchanan
There’s something magical about spring entertaining, especially when it’s for a bridal brunch! As the world begins to bloom again, it's the perfect time to celebrate love with a table that feels fresh, joyful, and thoughtful. For designer Joanna Buchanan, spring...
Expert Guide to Bridal Hair Trends & Pre-Wedding Prep
A bride's wedding day look isn’t complete without the perfect hairstyle to complement the dress and makeup, and much like the latter, the bridal hairstyle requires careful consideration and pre-wedding prep and trial. Southern Bride consulted Rachel Eggie, a hair care...
Top 10 Cities for a Romantic Proposal
photo credit: Alexandra Scott Photography When it comes to life’s most memorable moments, a proposal stands out as a heartfelt milestone -- and the setting can make all the difference. In 2025, couples are seeking cities that offer more than just a beautiful...
Spiritual Guidance for Couples with Tammy Adams, Intuitive Shaman
Spirituality and marriage are deeply connected, as both involve love, growth, and a shared journey toward deeper understanding. For couples at any phase of their relationship, it's essential to contemplate their spiritual connection, which nurtures lasting physical...
Digital Wedding Invitations Etiquette According to Experts at Lovebird
Tradition has long guided wedding etiquette, but in the digital age, the rules surrounding etiquette are evolving. This shift is evident in the growing popularity of wedding websites—after all, how can one get married without one? While personalized paper...
Conversation Topics to Avoid with Newlyweds During the Holidays
photo credit: Nataliya Vaitkevich As we come together with family and friends to celebrate the holidays, we often share updates on our lives and hopes for the coming year. However, experts at Flora & Fertility advise that sensitive topics like fertility might be...
Don’t Overlook These Simple Details for Your Wedding Ceremony
photography credit: Michelle Kennaugh Photography A wedding ceremony is one of life's most important events, filled with emotions, vows, and lifelong memories. Often, the excitement of preparing everything from the venue to the wardrobe overshadows other minor aspects...
Your Guide to Planning a Rural Wedding
photography credit: Jordan Voth Photography Hosting a wedding in the country offers a distinct, understated event that draws on the natural surroundings and simplicity of rural landscapes. Whether it's an open field, a barn, or a secluded farm, the setting allows for...
The Groom’s Checklist: Everything You Need to Know
Though it might be daunting, planning your wedding is among the most thrilling events you will ever experience. Keeping organization can help you as a groom to ensure your wedding day runs without a hitch....
Wedding on a Budget? Here Is How to Make it Perfect
by Sierra Powell photography credit: Ryan Hamilton Photography Organizing a wedding can be one of the most thrilling but intimidating chores you will ever have to do, especially if you are attempting to keep within a limited budget. The good news is that designing...
Planning a Luxury Boat Wedding in 2024 – A Simple Guide
Lana Marie Photography Wedding planning ideas start flowing the moment a couple gets engaged. There is usually some idea of what the couple desires as their venue, but for those looking for a unique wedding venue on the water, enjoying sailing, and watching sunsets...
The Best States to Get Hitched in 2024 -Tennessee ranks #8
photo credit: Snap Happy Photography The research, conducted by custom jewelry experts Glamira, examined data on wedding attire and accessories, local food and entertainment, venues and accommodations, wedding expenses, and wedding planning and other services....
Crucial Wedding Planning Mistakes to Avoid in 2024
photo credit: Lum3n We understand how overwhelming wedding planning can be. Even the most hands-on bride and groom admit that planning their big day is not always smooth sailing, with setbacks and unexpected turns popping up along the way. While challenges are a...
Expert Advice For The Best Bridal Hairstyles for Every Neckline
photo credit: Southern & Grace Photography Rossano Ferretti, a leading luxury hair care brand who have styled the likes of Kate Middleton, Reese Witherspoon and Jennifer Lawrence, have conducted a brand new study to reveal the best bridal hairstyles for each dress...
Voast: The Perfect Virtual Toast
The second best part about getting married is the memories you make during the big day. A toast is one of those great moments, but sometimes, not everyone gets to share how they feel. That's why the team at Voast has created the perfect video toast to encapsulate...
Expert Advice on How to Plan a Wedding in Just 6 Months with Emily Coyne
Planning the perfect wedding in just six months might sound daunting, but with expert guidance from luxury wedding planner Emily Coyne of Emily Coyne Events, it’s entirely achievable. Whether you envision celebrating stateside or abroad the wedding planning process...
Bridesmaids Gifts: What To Get The Girls By Your Side
Your bridesmaids are the ones that stand by your side, lift your veil, hold your flowers, keep your tears from ruining your makeup, and dance the night away with you on one of the biggest days of your life. They may be family, they may be friends turned into family....
Makeup Tips for Brides with Facial Piercings
photo credit: Jaspereology (Pexels) Most brides wish to express their individuality through their wedding attire, accessories, and overall aesthetic. Brides with facial piercings may find themselves uncertain about whether to flaunt their facial piercings on the...
Skip the Wedding Stress and Try All Inclusive at Zion Springs
With their amazingly all-inclusive weekend wedding packages, Zion Springs ensures a stress-free wedding weekend filled with all your design dreams. Their talented designers take your dreams and turn them into reality, working with you to customize the wedding...
Choosing the Perfect Diamond for Your Engagement Ring
Choosing the right diamond for your engagement ring can often be an overwhelming endeavor. If you're not an expert in jewelry the process can quickly become confusing. Fine jewelry retailer, With Clarity, makes finding the dream ring simple for shoppers, eliminating...
Lunar New Year Customs and Wedding Planning
Lunar New Year (also known as Chinese New Year and Spring Festival) has officially begun. This year the festival started on Saturday February 10th, and will continue until the Lantern Festival on Saturday 24th. Lunar New Year begins anytime between January 21st and...
How to Find The Best Bridesmaid Dress (And Alter It) – Tips From A Tailor!
Did all of your closest friends ‘say yes’ as the new year kicked off? If so, you may be staring down the barrel of quite a few highly anticipated weddings and as the requests for bridesmaids flood in, you may be wondering where to start shopping for the perfect dress...
The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Perfect Wedding Venue
One of the very first and most important decisions you’re going to make while preparing for your wedding will be selecting the venue. The right wedding venue will provide an ideal backdrop for the commencement of your happily ever after with your spouse. The venue...
Advice From Industry Expert Courtney Ajinça
Courtney Ajinça is an event planner, interior designer, and a multi-faceted entrepreneur. She is not only the co-star of VH1’s My Celebrity Dream Wedding, but also created DINE, an immersive fine-dining experience. Courtney shares tips on how to make your dream...
Healthy, Visibly Thicker Hair with Nutrafol
As a bride-to-be, you’ve got a lot on your plate — from finding the perfect dress to booking the most unforgettable venue, it’s seemingly impossible to remember everything you need to do to get ready. Something that often falls through the cracks for many brides is...
How to Give a Heartfelt and Memorable Toast
Wedding toasts make your heart swell and a lump form in your throat. But how do you give a heartfelt and memorable toast? A great toast has three elements: it honors and celebrates the person or couple, it helps the audience learn more about them, and shares stories...
Hummingbird Harmonies: A Hip Harpist for Hire
A bride is dressed in her wedding gown, anxious and excited to finally marry the love of her life. She takes a deep breath to soothe the butterflies in her stomach. She's been waiting for this day for a long time, and all of her meticulous planning has finally come...
