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It’s no secret that inflation is affecting everyone’s lives, from gas prices to your grocery bill. The wedding industry is no exception. Consumer prices are up about 8.6 percent from…

During the wedding planning process, one of the most exciting things to look forward to is wedding dress shopping. You may have always dreamed of what you’d look like on…

Starting to plan your big day can make your head spin, whether you’re thinking about the simplest to-do item or your ever-growing wedding budget. If you’re stress-prone and feeling overwhelmed,…

If you’ve ever been a guest at a wedding, you may notice that there’s a certain flow to the event. Flowers from the ceremony make their way onto the wedding reception…

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…

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…

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…

When Hurricane Irene hit the East Coast in August 2011, Jason and Julia Hill had to postpone their wedding that was supposed to take place on the beach in Avalon,…

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…

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…

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,…

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…

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,…

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…

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…