Planning Basics
While your engagement is sure to be a fun and exciting time, there’s some work involved, too. We’re here to help make the wedding planning process as stress-free as possible, and provide loads of helpful advice. Whether you’re setting your budget, choosing a venue, or learning about the latest wedding trends, you’ll find everything you need to know about wedding planning right here.
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Trends & Tips
Taking the time to think about your event's accessibility will mean a more inclusive experience for your loved ones.
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The best wedding planning tools, from checklists to seating chart generators, to help you plan your big day. Oh, and did we mention they're all totally free?
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Trends & Tips
The top wedding-planning trends for 2022 are all about shifting your mindset, not blowing your budget.
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Trends & Tips
It's the final countdown! Prep for the big day with this absolutely essential week of wedding checklist.
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Marriage Proposals
Have an inkling that your partner is about to propose? Missing jewelry is just one giveaway, along with these other subtle hints.
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If you're dealing with a wedding vendor who's not meeting your expectations, don't stay silent. Here's how to handle this sticky situation.
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What does a wedding planner actually do? Probably a lot more than you'd expect. Check out our list of wedding planner duties you might not be aware of.
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Here, some clever and cute dog wedding ideas to pay tribute to your precious pup on your special day.
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Honeymoon Advice
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Wedding planners can be total lifesavers. Not quite sure you need one? Check out the top seven reasons why you should hire a wedding planner.
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If you're going back and forth about hiring a wedding planner, these couples have some helpful advice: Book that planner, stat.
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Marriage Proposals
Well, are you ready? Experts share the best ways to tell if now's the time for you to enter a long-term relationship.
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Budget
Money mysteries, solved! Experts spill on the little-known facts that will help you avoid overspending on your big day.
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Etiquette
Traditional etiquette suggests that you should include close family members in your wedding party—but what if you’d prefer to go a different route? Experts share their best advice.
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Trends & Tips
There are a lot of weddings scheduled for the coming year—and competition for vendors is fierce. Here’s how to deal if your dream wedding pro isn’t available for your big day.