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Why You Need a Wedding Day Emergency Kit + What To Include!
This small makeup bag filled with "just in case" items can fix most of those little wedding-day problems—and end up saving the day! Here's a list of 32 items we'd recommend a bride and bridesmaids have handy in an emergency kit for the wedding day, plus a pinnable packing checklist.
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Engaged? Yay! Let’s get this wedding planning party started. If you’re not sure where to begin, you’re in luck because Here Comes The Guide has got you covered—from helping you find your venue and vendors, to giving you tons of wedding ideas and inspiration, along with practical planning tips.
Nautical Nuptials: Everything You Need To Know About Boat Weddings
For a wedding that’s nautical in every sense of the word, there’s no better venue than a boat. Here’s pretty much everything you need to consider before committing to a buoyant bash, including planning tips and the PROs and CONS, as well as 23 questions to ask a boat or yacht wedding venue.
Wedding Dress Shopping 101
This is probably the most epic shopping trip of your life—for potentially the most expensive dress you’ll ever wear! No pressure, right? *insert nervous laughter here* But don't worry because we're giving you our best advice on wedding dress shopping so you’ll know how to prep, what to expect, and how to feel fabulous during your appointment.
Rehearsal Dinners at Home
Make your rehearsal dinner guests really feel at home. Hosting your rehearsal dinner at home (yours or that of a very nice relative or friend!) can be a great option if you’re on a tight budget or simply want a warm, intimate environment where your nearest and dearest can connect with each other.
19 of the Funniest Wedding Signs We've Ever Seen
We're all about injecting a little humor into the big day, and one of our favorite ways to do it is with a punny wedding sign. Need some inspo? Check out 19 of the funniest wedding signs we've ever seen.
23 Things You May Forget During Wedding Planning
Feel like you're forgetting something? We've got you covered. Here are 23 things that are easy to overlook during the wedding planning process—and should be added to your to-do list!
13 Affordable Wedding Venue Options (That Don't Feel Cheap)
While the venue will take a healthy bite out of your overall wedding budget, you don't want it to consume the whole thing! When you choose a nontraditional venue, like the 13 types listed here, you're likely to enjoy a unique setting along with a lower price point. And we call that a win-win.
15 Non-Alcoholic Wedding Bar Ideas
While your typical cocktail-serving bar is always a good time, why not shake things up a bit with these non-alcoholic alternatives? From fruit juice to flavored popcorn, check out these 15 ideas for interactive wedding stations!
8 PROs + CONs of a Destination Wedding
Dreaming of jetting off to some exotic locale to say "I do"? Whether you're considering the Maldives or the Swiss Alps, there are several pros and cons you'll want to consider before committing to a destination wedding. We've listed the top 8 right here!
37 Ways To Save Money On Your Wedding
Here are 37 ways to save money on your wedding—without sacrificing style! We list our best cheap wedding ideas so you can have a champagne wedding on a beer budget.
Wedding Checklist :: Printable To-do Timeline
Has that "We're Engaged!" feeling begun to morph into "Now What?!" If so, rest assured that this is totally normal—and you've come to the right place. We're here to help with our comprehensive Wedding Planning Checklist, so all your to-dos are taken care of!
15 Swoon-worthy Small Wedding Ideas
Small weddings provide a bit more wiggle room with the budget, which allows ample opportunity to get creative. To prove it, here's a compilation of swoon-worthy ideas for a small wedding that you'll no doubt want to steal.
8 Tips for a Rainy-Day Wedding
Even the best laid plans can get slammed by Mother Nature, but rainy-day weddings don't have to be a bummer! We firmly believe that rain on your wedding day means good luck, and to help you embrace any possible showers, we've listed some of our best rainy-day wedding tips.
To-Die-For Beach Wedding Ceremony Arches
Choosing an arch that complements your already stunning beach ceremony site is no easy feat, so we've put together 6 ideas–and lots of photos–to help inspire yours.
How To Choose A Destination Wedding Location
You can't have a "destination" wedding without a far-flung location, right? But with the world at your fingertips, how are you ever supposed to settle on the perfect place to say "I do"? Our friends at LovinAway gives us their expert tips on finding a destination wedding spot that's just right for you!
How To Tip Your Wedding Vendors
You've itemized your wedding budget down to the last cent. But with all the numbers tallied up you might be forgetting a costly, but necessary, expense: Tips! We've put together the ultimate guide on tipping your wedding vendors—from who, to when, to how much?!
8 Ways To Include Mom In Your Wedding Day
Whether it's your biological mom, a stepmom, grandmother, or strong female mentor, your wedding is kind of a big deal to her. So why not show her just how much she means to you by treating her like a queen on the big day? Here are some ways to include your mother figure in your wedding.
Groom's Guide to Choosing Wedding Attire
We reached out to our friends at Generation Tux to get some comprehensive info for our grooms, groomsmen, and gals that prefer pantsuits to petticoats. They answer all your wedding attire-related questions, from "What's the difference between a suit and a tuxedo?" to "What accessories should I get?"
Living Coral Wedding Inspiration
Liven up your wedding color palette with the top tint of 2019: Living Coral! Here are a few ways to incorporate Pantone's pick for the 2019 color of the year into your wedding.
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