Over the last year and a half, the wedding industry has faced many obstacles because of COVID-19. As mask mandates are slowly being lifted this summer, the hope for in-person events is becoming a reality. However, these exciting times are also bringing new challenges...
A couple of years have passed since my daughter married a wonderful man. Whenever I look back on that day, I get a tug in my stomach, remembering both the worries and the joys of the moment. An engineer by trade, I always try to share the lessons I have learned. These...
For many engaged couples, deciding whether or not to legally change your last name can be an emotionally difficult decision. While it is becoming more popular to keep your last name, many couples still choose to adopt their partner’s last name. Additionally, LGBTQ+...
The wedding ceremony—that moment carved out in time when a couple comes together to make vows of commitment in front of their loved ones—can be an unexpected stressor for those uncomfortable with being the center of attention. You might worry that your guests won’t be...
Your wedding is one of the most important days of your life and calls for plenty of planning. For many people who are tying the knot, it can be easy to get swept away by checklists and deadlines. In order to avoid feeling stressed and overwhelmed and to enjoy this...
While weddings are being postponed for when loved ones can once again celebrate life’s milestones together, newlyweds are also having to rain check on their romance-filled escapes. For those looking to recreate their planned honeymoon at home, for a “homey-moon” if...
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 will last...
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...
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...
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...