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Life Insurance in a Prenuptial Agreement Why a Prenup and Life Insurance Belong in the Same Discussion
A prenuptial agreement is usually thought of as a document for the day a marriage ends. But that is only part of the...
5 Things Everyone Forgets When Booking Their DJ or Band
When it comes to entertainment, many people assume hiring a DJ or band is pretty straightforward. Find someone with...
How to Plan an Inclusive, Guest-Friendly Wedding
Weddings are often described as “your day.” And yes, they are. And, unless you’re planning to elope, a wedding is also...
Let’s Talk About Money (Yes, Really)
Here's a little experiment: ask your partner, "What did your family teach you about money growing up?" Then see what...
Hair & Makeup Wedding Trials: What to Expect
The wedding industry has grown rapidly over the last few decades, for better and for worse. On one hand, that growth...
Wedding Dress Alteration Timeline Explained
You’ve found the dress! That mix of excitement, happiness, and pure relief… It’s hard to beat. But if you thought...
When to Send Save-the-Dates Based on Your Wedding Date
One of the first moments when your wedding starts to feel real is when you send your save-the-dates. Before that, the...
Engagement Checklist: 10 Things to Do in the First Month
You’re engaged! You’re soaking in all the good feels. Your group chats are unhinged in the best way. And somewhere...
How long does a wedding ceremony last
We’ve all sat through wedding ceremonies that felt like they lasted hours, and others that somehow flew by in a blink....
Who buys the wedding bands?
If you’ve spent any time on wedding planning, it’s likely you’ve already had your fair share of confusing moments....
What questions to ask for the wedding shoe game
If you’ve been to a wedding in the last few years, there’s a good chance you’ve seen the shoe game. It usually gets...
Last-Minute Wedding Vendor Confirmations: What to Ask
It’s the week or two leading up to the wedding. Deposits are paid. Timelines are drafted. And yet, your brain suddenly...
Wedding Favor Ideas That Guests Actually Keep
Let’s be honest. How many wedding favors have you actually kept, or even brought home from the reception? For most...
Everything You Need to Know About Day-Of Wedding Coordinators
There’s a moment in almost every wedding planning process when couples pause and think, Wait… who’s actually going to...
Why Booking Your Wedding Team Early Saves Thousands
When planning a wedding, it can be tempting to “wait and see.” Wait and see if a cheaper option pops up. Wait and see...
Booking Wedding Vendors During Peak Season: Survival Guide
Congratulations! You’ve started the wedding planning process only to realize… your wedding is smack dab during peak...
Do You Really Need a Videographer for your Wedding? What the Data Says
You’ve locked in the venue. You’ve picked the photographer. And then someone asks the question that sends you straight...
How to Choose Your Wedding Date Based on Astrology or Numerology
Picking a wedding date can be complex: venue availability, weather, family schedules, budgets, work travel, and that...
How to write wedding vows
For many couples, crafting vows becomes this odd cocktail of pressure, vulnerability, and stage fright. You want to be...
The Ultimate Honeymoon Planning Checklist
While planning a trip can always come with some stress, planning your honeymoon is often a whole different ballgame....
Venue Checklist: What to Look for on Your First Visit
Touring venues is a little like going on a first date. You have the basic information, you’ve filled in the gaps with...
How to Choose the Right Photographer for Your Wedding Style
Each couple has different priorities. For some, the location is key. For others, the food is the star. But for most...
What to Do If Your Dream Vendor Is Already Booked
There’s a special kind of heartbreak that hits when you reach out to a vendor you’ve been dreaming about, only to...
Questions to Ask a Wedding Planner Before Hiring
Hiring a wedding planner sounds simple enough on the surface, but once couples start the process, they realize this...