It's customary for the bride and groom to share the first dance at their wedding, but where did that tradition come from and is there a certain etiquette involved?

Planning a combined bachelor/bachelorette party requires a few particular considerations that you normally wouldn't think about when planning separate parties. Keep these tips in mind.

Choosing your wedding party can be one of the most challenging parts of planning a wedding. There are endless logistical and budgetary concerns that come into play. Perhaps the most complicated part is there are emotions involved and a chance to hurt the feelings of friends and family that you love.

Most maid of honor and best man gifts fall into the "meaningful, yet budget-friendly" category. But if you want to go all-in and get those “wow” gifts with a higher price tag, we have a few ideas for those too!

Today's bridesmaid duties are, for the most part, far less dangerous than they used to be but no less important. If you've been appointed as a bridesmaid or maid of honor, you'll need to know what's expected of you.

Without a doubt, one of the most fun and exciting parts of the wedding planning process is dress shopping. But how long before your wedding should you buy your dress? As with most things, it pays to get an early start. Here's what you need to know about your wedding dress shopping timeline. 

While you might like to think nothing can happen to derail your big day, there's an undeniable comfort in knowing you have backup, just in case. Here’s a little wedding insurance 101.

The average American wedding costs over $30,000. That's a lot of cheddar. Many couples turn to wedding loans to help shoulder the burden. While that's one way to go, it's not always the best option, and it's certainly not the only one. Bottom line: you don't have to go into debt just to get married. There are many options out there,...

The advantages of a wedding website are many. In this day and age, it's the most effective way to get all the critical information out there. Plus, creating a wedding website allows you to skip sending out paper invitations, so it's greener as well.

These days, the traditional idea of a wedding registry might seem outdated to a modern couple, leading many to seek out wedding registry alternatives. Fortunately, there are plenty of options out there, all of which should be easy to set up or link to on your wedding website

Some of us, at one time or another, have probably been to a wedding reception that just wasn't very fun. The last thing you want is a dull, stuffy affair with guests politely seated at their tables. Your reception is a chance for everybody to celebrate your marriage... so why isn't everyone celebrating?

Normally when people talk about wedding trends, they're talking about hot color palettes, trendy decor options and funky cake toppers. For 2021, our predictions revolve around the ways we approach getting married, and how they've fundamentally changed.

Picking a wedding date may not be easy! We understand that you're under a ton of pressure so, naturally, the best advice we can think of is... relax and take your time. Ultimately, the decision is up to the two of you, no matter how many unsolicited opinions you receive on the matter. The process of setting a date will...

If you're not familiar with Murphy's Law, it goes something like this: anything that can go wrong will go wrong, if given the chance. That law's basis in science is up for debate, but when you're planning a wedding, Murphy's Law can feel like a hard and true fact. That's why it's so important to plan ahead, and take steps...

If you're planning a drastically scaled-down wedding in 2021, you're not alone. Micro weddings have always been an option, but they're becoming more popular than ever and it's not only out of necessity. They’re easier to plan, less expensive to execute, and offer an opportunity to make your wedding a more unique and personal experience. Here's what you need to...

The wedding of your dreams doesn't have to be a grand, lavish affair. A micro wedding can offer all the romance and all the celebration of a big wedding but on a smaller scale. Of course, choosing the perfect micro wedding venue is key.

Think of a micro wedding as a super-scaled-down version of a wedding. It's become a more popular trend than ever before in the past year, as couples are being forced to rethink their wedding plans due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Keeping track of all the moving pieces when you're planning your wedding is enough to turn your hair gray. When you're feeling overwhelmed, use these strategies to deal with wedding planning stress and anxiety.