Whether you’re hosting an intimate fête or renting out a banquet hall, wedding flowers are one of the most expensive items in the budget for your big day. Carrying an…
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Finding the perfect wedding venue is one of the most exciting parts of the planning process. It’s also one of the most important decisions you’ll make leading up to your…
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Like many cherished wedding traditions, registries are adapting to the times. Modern couples want a flexible solution that includes cash funds for their dream vacation and gifts that support local…
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The wedding registry has solved the qualms of the newlywed couple since 1924, the year the Marshall Field’s department store, first founded in Chicago, instituted the practice of the wedding…
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In today’s world, couples value experiences over things. Whether it’s their first trip together or they’re seasoned travelers, many couples are opting for a honeymoon registry over retail gifts. But…
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March 18, 2021 When it comes to any form of insurance, you probably don’t want to pay for it, and you definitely hope you don’t need to use it. But…
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More and more couples are choosing to go “paperless” when it comes to wedding invitations. According to a recent Joy survey, 30.4% of participants are only using electronic invitations. Meanwhile,…
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It’s no wonder wedding planning is stressful. You’re constantly being told your wedding day will be the happiest day of your life. And on top of it, you and your family…
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Unlike any other destination, Portland radiates with an idiosyncratic style enhanced by lush vegetation and stunning natural landmarks, like Mount Hood. These special ingredients make this quirky city an ideal…
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Couples often don’t realize that traveling for a wedding can be hard on guests. While friends and family who live an hour or two away may have no difficulties attending,…
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Managing all of the logistics – whether it’s juggling vendors or DIYing everything – gets insane. Family dynamics (slash drama) can push the limits of our patience. Wedding planning can…
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As you dive headfirst into the world of wedding planning, it’s time to start thinking about the importance of wedding guest communication. Look at it this way: Your guests are…
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Your wedding, above all, is a celebration. And it can be whatever kind of celebration you want it to be! For some people alcohol and awesome parties go hand in…
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The date is set, the venue is booked — it’s time to shout it out! Your save the dates are the first opportunity to let your guests know where and…
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1. Talk about it It might seem obvious, but you have to talk about finance as a couple. It might be awkward at first, but once you make it habitual…