Photo Credit: Sabesh Photography LTD via Unsplash A marriage proposal is so much more than a simple question. While the answer is what you're hoping for, the story of the moment itself is what you’ll share for decades to come. Your wedding proposal is the official kickoff to your wedding journey and a memory that … Continue reading Beyond the ‘Yes’: Planning the Perfect Proposal Story
The Smart Couple’s Guide to Financial Transparency
Photo Credit: Vitaly Gariev via Unsplash Talking about money can be one of the more challenging parts of a relationship, but it can also build a stronger, lasting partnership. Financial transparency with your partner can foster a shared sense of security, trust, and teamwork. When you openly discuss finances, you can align your goals, tackle … Continue reading The Smart Couple’s Guide to Financial Transparency
About Jean: Wedding Planning Advice From a Former Wedding Planner
If you’re looking for wedding planning tips and advice that are practical, creative, and no-nonsense, you’re in the right place. I consider myself lucky to have spent decades helping couples bring their wedding dreams to life — and now I get to share that experience with you. Photo Credit: Special Events Magazine, May/June 2009 issue … Continue reading About Jean: Wedding Planning Advice From a Former Wedding Planner
Marriage License 101: What Every Couple Needs to Know
ID 49641780 | Bride © Welcomia | Dreamstime.com Weddings are filled with wonderful details – dresses, flowers, music, photographers... These are usually chosen to fit the couples unique wedding style and vision to they have a wedding that is truly “them.” Legally, however, the requirements are much simpler. All you need is a valid marriage … Continue reading Marriage License 101: What Every Couple Needs to Know
A Guide for Newlyweds to Navigate Money Talks with Calm and Clarity
For newlyweds merging a life, the first money talk can feel strangely high-stakes, even when the numbers aren’t huge. The core tension is simple: two people can love each other deeply and still clash over a couples money mindset, marriage budgeting challenges, and the emotions tied to debt, spending, and security. When those talks turn … Continue reading A Guide for Newlyweds to Navigate Money Talks with Calm and Clarity
How to Simplify Your Wedding Invitations and RSVP Tracking
This post was sponsored by InviteDrop and written by their team. Invitations seem like the simple part of wedding planning, right up until the RSVPs start coming back. A few people reply right away. Others lose the card, or swear they mailed it, or tell your mom at the grocery store that they'll be there … Continue reading How to Simplify Your Wedding Invitations and RSVP Tracking
No, Your Wedding Invitations Are Not Late
Photo Credit: Noelle Rebekah via Unsplash I’ve been seeing a lot of questions online lately from brides asking about when to mail out wedding invitations. And when the RSVP by date should be. And they always get tons of comments. But seriously, some of the responders need to stop. You’re freaking out your fellow brides … Continue reading No, Your Wedding Invitations Are Not Late
Wedding Dress Code: A Courtesy for Guests, Not a Command
Dress codes have been a common practice for weddings for centuries. The purpose of a wedding dress code has traditionally been to help guests feel comfortable and appropriately dressed for the occasion. A dress code provides guidance. Photo Credit: ID 119731138 © Rawpixelimages | Dreamstime.com Unlike other wedding traditions and customs which have evolved over … Continue reading Wedding Dress Code: A Courtesy for Guests, Not a Command
Why a Wedding Mood Board Can Help You Save Time and Money
A lot of people start planning a wedding with dozens of different ideas floating around in their heads. They've saved photos online, seen things they like at other weddings, watched videos, and looked through magazines. Before long, they've collected hundreds of ideas, which is exactly where creating a wedding mood board can help bring everything … Continue reading Why a Wedding Mood Board Can Help You Save Time and Money
What Really Matters When Hiring A Wedding Videographer
There's no shortage of options when it comes to wedding videography; you can find videographers everywhere online. What you can’t guarantee is getting someone who is right for you and will do your wedding justice. It is one of the most important days of your entire lives so you want it to capture the way … Continue reading What Really Matters When Hiring A Wedding Videographer