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Winter weddings have so much going for them! There's no doubt that summer, spring, and fall are the hottest seasons to throw a wedding. And poor winter ... the underdog, the underrated cold-filled season ... but full of so much promise! While lots of couples choose to get married in the warmer months of the year, a magical winter wedding has tons of amazing advantages. From the festivities of the

Wedding invitations are a lot like houses: the more bells and whistles you want, the higher the price tag is going to be. But by paring back your list of must-have features and investigating lower-priced alternatives that still look phenomenal, you can honor your budget and your aesthetic and still have a thoroughly memorable big day. 1. Go in with a plan You'd be amazed how often people pick out

Maid of honor duties aren't always clearly defined ... this list will help. Now that you’re engaged, there are lots of decisions to be made. The wedding date, budget, venues, style, vision, colors, flowers—oh and choosing your wedding party, of course! As the bride-to-be, it’s likely up to you who you’d like to stand right next to you as you say your I Do’s on the big day. We’re talking about your

Things to do right after you get engaged 1. Tell your families first 2. Write down your love story 3. Decide on your wedding vision 4. Pick a date ASAP 5. Talk budget 6. Plan YOUR wedding day, not a Pinterest-perfect one 7. Insure your engagement ring 8. Pick your bridal party with care 9. Wait on inviting the whole world 10. Join online social communities Ready to kick start your wedding planning

Why you should consider a bed and breakfast for your wedding 1. They're an all-in-one wedding venue 2. You and your guests stays together 3. Provide a more intimate ambiance 4. Many have onsite or local catering & vendor perks 5. They are cost-effective with no site fees, typically 6. Offer the most perfect wedding photo ops Gorgeous couple, Maggie and Brian, ordered a lot of gorgeous wedding

A wedding in an old post office ... we love it! Kentucky couple, Megan and Chris, met through their mutual friend, Amy, not long after Megan decided to take a break from dating. She gave it another try after a bit of encouragement from Amy. Megan and Chris were set up on a date, and the rest is sweet history! Fast forward to today and to their fantastic vintage post office wedding. From the cool

Beautiful duo, Erin and Christopher, were married amidst their family and friends in Sarasota this spring. And ... wow! With their ceremony and reception in the tropical Marie Selby Botanical Gardens, it's easy to fall in love with the luxe, modish pink and navy blue wedding deets of their day. With a classic combo of navy, pink and ivory hues in their flowers, centerpieces, attire {check out the

In addition to snow, winter often brings a flurry of something else... engagements! If you're recently engaged, you might already be thinking about that first major stationery item: your Save the Date. When it comes to Save the Dates, there's a lot to love: the fun designs, the cute photos, the excitement of unveiling your wedding date (and maybe even your colors!). However, Save the Dates can

Happy New Year! Ugh! Those dreaded holiday pounds... Need a few ideas for shedding them? Planning a wedding too? Great--this post is for all of us. This new year offers a healthy start for getting in shape--more convenient, more social, and more affordable than ever. FIVE 2014 fitness trends you can build into wedding planning that are affordable & fun! Wedding planning is not for wimps. It takes

DIY Chalkboard Wedding Signs You may remember Mandy and Travis' DIY southern vintage wedding from a little while back. You may also remember their sweet signage tucked here and there throughout their ceremony and reception. Fun, charming, great communication tools, DIY chalkboard wedding signs are simply irresistible and still hugely popular for any wedding style. Today, Mandy is giving us a