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...Read more
Wedding receptions are all about decking out the tables and adding dashes of personality to your space. Napkins, of all things, provide an easy way fun to dress up your wedding reception tablescape with creative napkin styling that will have guests talking ... and that adds that extra-special touch to the day's decor. Be inspired by these simple napkin folding ideas that you can easily do...Read more
We all know parents play a major part in our lives! They raise us and lift us into adulthood—then it's our time to show gratitude for all they've done for us. So, as we honor our dads, stepdads, granddads, and other father figures this Father's Day weekend ... let's kick it off with a compilation of how real brides honored the special men in their lives. {Grab a tissue.} We hope you find sweet...Read more
There's no doubt about it ... your mom is probably as excited as you are for the big day! Whether you've designed every detail with her by your side, gotten her advice during a dress shopping trip, or used a beloved "something borrowed" item from her ... there are so many special ways to honor Mom at your wedding. We've compiled unique ideas from real brides that have been featured on Truly...Read more
Country weddings have definitely evolved in terms of decor, ambiance, venues, and such. When it comes to wedding styles, modern weddings and country weddings have been a the top of the list—so it's no surprise that couples are combining both modern and country styles together in a perfect infusion! What makes a country modern wedding? There is tons to love about Haley and Gus' modern country...Read more
So, the wedding is over, the memories are sweet, and your dress is hanging in the spare bedroom at your mom’s house. Now what? There are several choices you have for what to do with your dress now that the big day is passed. You could donate it to one of many organizations out there, repurpose it into a cocktail or party dress, or preserve it and put it into storage, to name a few. Or you could...Read more
Be inspired by 10 save the date photo ideas from real couples! Cheers to you! You’re engaged, and now the wedding planning begins. Amid figuring out your wedding date, style, and all that other fun stuff … please take a bit of a creative break to think about how you want to share your date with friends and family. That is—with a save the date card or save the date magnet. Photo save the dates...Read more
The Pantone Color Institute announced in December that they deemed Classic Blue (PANTONE 19-4052 to be exact) as the 2020 Color of the Year . And this blue hue is just that—classic—and tranquil and ever-so-beautiful. Classic blue is the new black these days, so you can’t go wrong with how, when, or where to incorporate it. Studies have shown blue has a positive effect on our brains, which makes...Read more
Let's whisk away from the winter chill and pretend we are in the tropics, shall we? Since we can't quite do that on a moment's notice, we'll bring the tropics here with this most stunning wedding filled with exotic colors and details. This elopement took place in lush La Malvasia in Tenerife, one of the gorgeous Canary Islands of Spain. The couple and their photographer definitely went for a...Read more
Memorial Photo Ideas + 15 Program Wording Ideas Your wedding is most definitely a joyous occasion, but it can also bring bittersweet emotions and thoughts of relatives and friends who are no longer with you. If you're looking for touching ways and wording ideas for remembering your loved ones at your ceremony, we've got you covered! Adding a sentimental statement about your loved one in your...Read more
