One of the hardest parts of planning your wedding will be creating and managing your guest list! Pulling a list together of your family and close friends is simple enough, but then it can get tricky. You’ll be amazed how many people end up getting added on after the first draft has been created. What about your parents’ friends? What about those people who invited you to their wedding 5 years ago? Who gets a plus one? Do you invite your second cousin you haven’t seen since y

Because guests will likely spend the most time at your wedding seated at the dinner table (assuming you are opting for a formal seated dinner service), it makes a great impact on the guest experience when the table is dressed up nicely. Since every couple has very different styles, this post is going to be more about the anatomy of a tabletop setting rather than the style choices on tabletop rentals. First of all, you should decide the type of table you want. Rounds? Squares?

Starting your wedding registry is something you’ll probably do early in your engagement. This part is always fun because you’re registering for all those household items you get to start your married life with, but it can also be a little overwhelming. There are so many things to remember to add, and so many different options to choose from, but don’t panic. Check out these tips below, and you’ll have an awesome wedding registry in no time! 1. Time It Right It is completely a

Seating assignments can be one of the biggest headaches of wedding planning. The RSVPs have finally come in, which means the wedding is getting close, and you have limited time to create the chart. It can be a daunting task, especially when you have guests who don’t get along or don’t know each other. To make it a little easier on you, make sure you have a system that makes it easy to move guests around (so post it notes or on online program, not just you scribbling with a pe

It happens all the time…couples are dressed and ready, everyone’s excited, and it’s only a few minutes until the ceremony begins, when all of a sudden, someone realizes that something has been forgotten. Best case scenario: You hired a wedding planner and they either have a backup or an alternative to whatever it was you forgot. Worst case scenario: Tears are shed. Panic ensues. What was a happy moment only a few minutes ago, is now a stress-filled disaster that 10 different

Weddings are stressful. As much fun as they are and even though it’s an incredibly happy day, there’s no denying that they bring on a little anxiety. Between all the planning, large amounts of family coming together, and plenty of money put toward the day, it’s easy for tensions to run high. Taking the stress out of your wedding day is important though. If you want to enjoy your day and start your marriage off with a happy beginning, follow these tips! Plan ahead. The biggest

Getting engaged is such an exciting moment, and it’s easy to want to jump right in to all things weddings. One of your first tasks on your checklist will inevitably be finding your venue! It’s easy to find a venue you love the look of but make sure that you’re considering everything when it comes to your wedding day location. Here are a few factors that you should take note of when you head to those venue tours! Location Is the venue located somewhere that your guests can act

“Hey DJ, won’t you play that song? To keep me dancing all night long!” There’s so many reasons to love weddings, but at the end of the day, let’s face it, everyone love a good party! And a good party needs great music, right? When it comes to your wedding tunes, you want it all to be perfect, so here are 5 tips guaranteed to help you get the party started. 1. Consider the moment Does it seem like an appropriate choice to walk down the aisle to? Is it the song you always want

We talked recently about how to choose the perfect bridesmaids attire, but don't forget about your guys! They've agreed to be a huge part of your special day, so here are the perfect tips to having them look as handsome as ever! Don't put it off! Typically weddings gowns and bridesmaids' dresses are ordered months in advance, but the menswear always seems to be a last-minute item. Leave plenty of time to pick out just the right attire, and give everyone time for multiple fitt

You may also use your seating plan to introduce people with similar interests, backgrounds, etc. Try to make everyone feel comfortable by of