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I have always adored a beautiful, personal invitation and am cognizant that it's the first impression your guests have about your wedding. I found myself incredibly overwhelmed selecting my own invitations, but I also found it an incredibly creative and fun process once I narrowed down my style. Here are some of my favorites - I hope they inspire you! Note: may contain affiliate links where I get a small commission at no cost to you. I only share products I love!

My fiancé and I have started our wedding planning for our 2025 wedding!! Here is the start of a super fun year we have planned. I thought I would share how Mat and I proposed to our bridal party to help you find some ideas for your party!

Etsy is brimming full with great gifts, but some of the product are so same- samey! I have done the search for you! Check my most favorite shops on etsy & gifts that I think would be perfect to gift newly engaged couples, newly-weds, your wedding party, or even gift yourself!!! lots of love, Maggie

Several of the items I used at my daughter's wedding. The products are beautiful and they added some much to the decor of the event. Many of the items listed are being used at Engagement Parties, Bridal Showers, Weddings & Baby Showers. My Event/Parties Business allows me the freedom to try some many items to add to the experience.

Getting married and worried that kids will ruin the most important day of your life? Look no further. Here are my favourite ideas of how to keep them happy. Enjoy!

I went to SO many weddings this past year and have a lot coming up! These are my favorite dresses and shoes that I have reworn countless times! #affordable #weddingguest #weddingattire #amazonfinds

This is a worship playlist for those who are in a season of repentance. Meditate on the Word of Yah and submit all of your ways to Him. He's standing at the door and He's waiting for you to answer His knock. May the Most High bless you and guide you in this new season you're walking into. Much love, family. ♥️

Here are some ideas that I love and some that I went with for my Bridesmaids gift bags! I tried to gift a mix of cute things and also useful bits that my Bridal Party could use again.

Looking to give a wedding gift that wows but doesn’t just sit in a cabinet? This curated guide is packed with luxury gift ideas that are equal parts stunning and seriously useful — perfect for couples who appreciate both form and function. From premium kitchen must-haves like a pizza oven and stand mixer, to beautiful and practical home upgrades like a robot vacuum mop or digital photo frame, these gifts are sure to be cherished (and used!) long after the honeymoon. Think: statement-making and smart — espresso machines, heirloom-quality chess sets, high-end cookware, smart calendars, and more. Whether you’re the generous guest, family member, or part of the wedding party, this guide takes the guesswork out of gifting.

I've planned and attended several destination bachelorette parties, including my own, my sister's and my cousins! I know planning a memorable girls' weekend for a group can feel overwhelming. In this list I'm compiling bachelorette itinerary guides for destination inspo, ideas on party favors, bachelorette party outfit ideas and more. Hope this helps you with your planning!

Need ideas for your registry?? Here are the gifts from our wedding registry that we’ve loved the most. From kitchen staples to cozy home must-haves, these are the things we reach for every day (and guests will love gifting, too!).

Everything you need to host a luxe wedding on a budget and have your guests asking “YOU made this?!” (While also not going insane) ;)

Many wedding invitations look the same, and it can be difficult to find the perfect one for you when you're looking for unique ideas. So, I've compiled this list of invitations that are a little bit different, unusual, and original. ( sometimes quirky )

Wedding season is upon us! I’ve curated a list that’s practical gifts and things that will definitely be in my future registry!

Whether you're the one planning the bachelorette party or one of the ready-for-fun attendees here are some top recommendations for your bachelorette packing list. For more bachelorette party inspiration check out my detailed guides: https://www.globe-gazers.com/?s=bacheloretteNote this list may contain affiliate links through which I'd earn a small referral commission at no extra cost to you! All recommendations are thoughtfully curated

From pre-wedding parties to the big day itself, this list is packed with everything you and your bride tribe need to celebrate in style. From chic bachelorette must-haves to wedding day essentials, these picks will keep the vibes high, the memories beautiful, and the weekend stress-free.

Through the years, I've designed many different wedding invitations, but the ones on this list are some of my favorites. I tend to prefer simple and minimalist designs, but there is a little bit of everything here!

When asking my bridesmaids to be in my bridal party, I had no idea where to start in curating the perfect box of goodies. As someone who has been on both sides of the bridesmaid proposal box - here are my top picks that are sure to be useful to your bridal party :)

Since I have an upcoming wedding ceremony next year, I often find myself looking at the wedding jewelry sets that I will wear on that day. So… without further ado, here are some of the wedding jewelry sets that are elegant, expensive-looking sets but are not going to break your bank!

I was an October 2025 bride! I was also trying to be a budget friendly bride, but still have high quality items. Here’s the stuff I really enjoyed and would recommend!

Celebrate the memory of your loved one with this beautifully designed White Hydrangea Watercolor Celebration of Life Memorial Collection. Each product in this elegant series features a digitally watercolor painted design of delicate white hydrangea flower blossoms on a soft white background, symbolizing purity, grace, and remembrance. Whether you're planning a funeral service, a death anniversary, or sending words of gratitude, this collection offers a range of fully customizable items to honor their legacy. Choose from invitations, perfect for mailing or sharing digitally, order of service programs, sympathy thank you notes, funeral guest books, foam poster boards and even memorial candles for a warm, personal touch. Each item is thoughtfully created to provide a comforting and tasteful way to remember and celebrate their life. These versatile designs are ideal for in person gatherings or virtual memorials, blending heartfelt simplicity with timeless elegance. Personalize every detail to create a unique tribute that reflects their spirit and your cherished memories.

Mostly customizable gifts for the special people in your life! All things I have given as gifts and gotten great feedback from! (This list contains affiliate links. I may earn a small commission if you purchase through them—at no extra cost to you!)

Ideas and inspirartion for a Roaring 20's party theme. So bring the 1920's into the 2020's, and see how they partied 100 years ago.

If you love a touch of elegance with a hint of sexy, these wedding necklaces and body chains are perfect for adding that extra sparkle without overdoing it!

Planning an Italian themed bridal shower with lemons as your accent? This list of recommendations was curated with the Italian summer in mind. I hope you find it as stunning and inspiring as I do.

my wedding day glam that will hold up through the sweat, tears and happy dancing! If you haven’t seen my TikTok videos about my wedding day make up and the issues leading up…go watch ! @mee_chellz Long story short I had my bridal trial two weeks before my big day and what I wanted versus what I got were two completely different things so I decided to do my own make up. That meant I had to learn how to do bridal make up from start to finish in a decent amount of time and make sure that it would last throughout the sweat the tears the dancing everything!!

I trust these people with my life! And my wedding.

I recommend a collection of dress models for friends who you will make Bridesmaids on your wedding day.

As a 2026 bride, I have collected a bunch of things so far to make my day special. From engagement pictures to bridesmaid boxes, I am slowly getting everything together! There is still more to come!

These are some of my tried and true favorite outfits for long days on my feed at weddings.

Looking for some inspiration for gifts - you have found the right list with options for a variety of occasions - espeically for bridal showers, baby events, and more.

If I were to do my wedding over again, these are the hero products and things I would re-include in my preparation to the big day and on the day of

When my sister died in 2017, we really wanted a funeral that would pay tribute to her in a beautiful way. I know everyone wants to make a celebration of life, funeral or memorial service for a loved one really special, but it can be challenging when you’re grieving and dealing with a lot of admin. I wish I’d known when my sister died that there were so many beautiful stationery, decor and favor options available online. These are some of my top picks.

From your engagement party to the rehearsal dinner,and every special moment in between, these dresses are made to celebrate you. Curated by a bridal stylist, this list features looks that are flirty, elegant, and effortlessly bridal without being too “wedding day.” Whether you're going full glam or keeping it sweet and simple, there's a dress here for every pre-wedding event on your calendar. Let the countdown to “I do” be just as stylish as the big day itself!

Elopement dress that are built for the birthplace of eloping! These dresses are fun, unique, quirky, elegant and anything but normal. I believe if you are eloping in Vegas, you want a little party in your life. These dresses, jumpsuits and accessories will help your bring the party!

If you’re looking for a wedding guest dress, I find it so hard when it comes to winter. These winter dress options are fun, elegant and timeless. I’ve chosen lots of colours to mix and match. The organza dresses are a personal favourite of mine. #weddingguestdress #wedding #weddingdress #dress #events #goingout #fashion

The best accessories, outfits, decor items, and practical gifts if you are newly engaged or have a new fiancée friend in your life!

Start here! Whether you're getting married, moving in together, or just want to refresh your everyday home essentials, this list is full of timeless, stylish, and practical finds. From elevated kitchenware to cozy home upgrades and thoughtful entertaining pieces, these are registry-worthy picks you’ll actually use (and love for years). Even if you're not tying the knot, it's a great place to find gift inspiration for a loved one—or treat yourself to a little upgrade.

This is a list of everything I used/had at my wedding in the fall of 2024! I DIY'd a lot of things, had wood sola flowers, had a very small guest list to make it feel cozy & more manageable to talk to everyone, and I made most of the signs with Canva!!

Gift ideas for the bride in your life for her engagement, bachelorette party, bridal shower or just because!

We had a small, intimate wedding, and I made all the décor myself. I wanted to keep it as waste-free as possible while still making it beautiful. Here, you'll find ideas for creating charming decorations with minimal waste.

When wedding planning, all decor can add up so fast and Amazon has such cute wedding decor for so affordable! Here are some decor i used and am so glad i did!

Summer is here and I am adding all of my dream coastal European wedding guest dresses to this list! Think chic and effortless elegance that will have everyone asking you,"where'd you find that dress?"

These aesthetic wedding gift ideas are all about thoughtful, beautiful, and memorable touches that your bridal party, friends, or even yourself will love.

My wedding day must-haves from kits & bags to fits & shoes and emergency essentials.

Planning a bridal shower with a charming farmer’s market twist? This “She’s Off the Market” themed list is filled with fresh, fun, and stylish finds—from rustic-inspired invitations and floral decor to produce-themed favors and signage. Whether you're going for casual and cozy or chic and elevated, these affordable yet aesthetic picks will help you throw a celebration that’s sweet, memorable, and totally on theme. Perfect for outdoor garden parties, spring and summer showers, and brides who love a fresh, farm-to-table vibe!

I was inspired by these Pastel Boho Rainbow items and had to make a list to pull them together into a fun party plan! This theme would be so cute for a baby shower or birthday party!

Wedding guest dresses and jumpsuits from my favorite brand! I own at least 6 of these. Lulus never disappoints! Their fabrics are luxurious and flattering, and the styles they release are never boring or plain. Even the most simplistic dress has small details that make it stand out.

I have a boutique business where I make all kinds of items. Like tumblers, shirts, wind spinners, pens, etc.! Here are some files I've purchased personally and would recommend!

Your ultimate guide to summer wedding recovery outfits — also known as Day 2 looks. These dresses and sets are beachy, relaxed and polished enough for post-wedding brunches, recovery pool parties or coastal celebrations. Expect white, cream and crochet moments that say “I made it to Day 2… and I still look chic.”

Variety of gifts for holidays, birthdays, anniversaries, bachelorette, etc.

This theme is still going strong. French pastries, dreamy florals, La Vie en Rose.

Beautiful, budget-friendly, and everlasting! These faux flowers are giving us the autumnal wedding look we were looking for - without the hefty price tag. A perfect way to save without sacrificing style! All the flowers included have been tried and tested by me for my own wedding!

My favorite gifts to give for any occasion: wedding, birthday, anniversary, holidays, just because, housewarming, baby gifts. I like to give gifts that you don't find everywhere.

Fall weddings are so beautiful! Here are a few dresses I will be wearing this fall and other options as well!

Are you a new bride looking for it all in your bridal dress shopping experience? Look no further. This list includes the most exclusive bridal boutiques in and around Charlotte, NC where you'll have that once in a lifetime experience with your friends and family while finding your dream dress.

Althought I'm not getting married for at least 4-5 years, here is everything I can NOT wait to buy for my wedding (that I've been planning since I was 12)!

This past weekend, my fiancé and I had both of our families together to celebrate our engagement! We found a nice sized venue and decorated the space with earth toned decor. This list includes some of the items we got off Amazon!

Set her party apart from everyone else's with beautiful, carefully curated matching coquette pink bow graduation party decorations for an unbelievably magical evening!

Planning a wedding at the same time as Taylor Swift? You’re practically besties! If you’re a true Swiftie check out these awesome ideas for a Taylor Swift themed bridal shower to celebrate your bridal era

These are my fav items that I got from my wedding registry. TBH, I felt kind of lost when I was creating them and I wish I had a list to pull from. Hope you love these recs from both Crate & Barrel and Amazon!!

Bachelorette party decor and party favors ideas for a Love Island themed bachelorette party. Complete with recommendations for a variety of budgets and even some recommendations on what’s easy to DIY. Crack on!

I got married a few years ago and still see wedding dresses and accessories show up in my feeds. I have some friends now going through the search so here are styles we have found that we love!

In your Bridal Era? Check out some of these must have items 🩷

Unique dresses for untraditional brides. Go ahead, show your true colors.

Wedding dress shopping in Southern Ontario inspo

About to be in a five year long relationship! Ok so like sure we should finish college but a girl can dream right? Here's my wedding planning starting early

I'm Jaimie Nicole Krause -- a documentary-style St. Louis Wedding Photographer, and these are (in my opinion) the best wedding venues in St. Louis. They photograph spectacularly and have wonderful service!

Small town mama, saving money on wedding recommendations I used at my wedding! It was elegant and beautiful without breaking the bank!

Some super cute, not too expensive ideas for wedding guests as the weather cools down!

Spring is time for garden parties and that’s why I thought to share my picks for all the cool things that can make any party special. Birthday parties happen all year around. And a cocktail party doesn’t have a season, it can happen any time and they are fun. To make your party super special you only need one or two thing that will stand out. Pick from my list and have a great party! 🎉🍸🍹🍷

✨ Getting ready for the big day ✨ I’m on the journey to find the one — the dress that feels just as unforgettable as the moment itself. 💫 Here are the stunning Anthropologie bridal gowns I’ve added to my shortlist… and trust me, they’re all worth falling in love with. 💖

Check out these unique wedding guest book ideas if you're looking for a way to remember your special day.

Prepping for you wedding is so fun but can feel super overwhelming - putting together my favorites in different categories to help you during your bridal era

Get wedding-ready with the best workout gear for brides! From supportive sports bras and stylish leggings to fitness accessories designed to keep you motivated, this guide covers the top bridal workout essentials.

Looking for some versatile gifts at a variety of price points? Look no further. Surely something, somewhere on here will be at least a little bit interesting to you. There are gifts for music lovers, friends, partners, newlyweds...the list goes on.

These are all the things I loved having and leaned on after I got engaged and leading up to our wedding (and nothing that I didn’t bc there is a LOT of stuff you really don’t need, I promise)

I'm a passionate party planner, and I've put together a list of my must-have party essentials to make your next event truly unforgettable. From eye-catching decorations to thoughtful favors, these items will elevate any celebration, big or small.

Whether you're into timeless elegance, modern simplicity, or free-spirited boho vibes, I've got the perfect wedding gown for every bride's unique style. I've curated this selection of dresses to help you find your dream dress for your big day. Hopefully you'll find the one that speaks to you – Stay gorgeous!

A roundup of the best 10 Love Island themed party supplies for bombshells on a budget! Crack on!

Showpo has the cutest, best quality dresses I’ve found. Although they can be pricey, they’re well worth their money with the comfortability, material, and chicness.

Here is my guide to the perfect witchy event down to the cobweb 🕸️🐈‍⬛ This was the perfect party as a September Libra celebrating with an October Libra ♎️

This is your sign to plan the destination wedding you've been thinking about. I just planned my destination wedding and I'll be sharing all the tips I learned here.

LGBTQ+ Wedding + two brides are better than one. I'm not going to lie, the wedding industry has not evolved enough for queer couples. Hopefully my list will give you all the right places to look. #lesbianwedding #wedding #lgbtqwedding #loveislove #winterwedding #weddinginspo #pride

My fiancé is going on his bachelor trip this weekend so I packed them all “adult” goodie bags as my way of saying thank you for attending. Think hangover kit meets mans needs and hobbies.

Planning a bachelorette party in Montreal? Here is a list of the cutest supplies for a “poutine a ring on it” theme that the bride will love!

Editable Canva templates for itineraries, invites, games, etc. to make bach or bridal shower planning fun and easy, or easier ;)

Pink themed bat mitzvah party decorations, invitations, and favors with personalized name over the white Star of David. Lots of cute desserts and welcome signs with your photo. Favorite pink dresses at the bottom of the list.

Bring a sprinkle of fairy dust to your little one’s first birthday with this collection of editable Canva templates. From enchanting invites to whimsical food signs and magical party games, everything is customizable (no Canva Pro required) and designed to make your celebration unforgettable. Simply edit, download, and print!

As the owner of an award winning bakery in the Bend, Oregon wedding industry, I have an overwhelming experience working with all of the local small businesses and vendors! I’m here to verify who will impress without a doubt so you can chill on your wedding day knowing everything is taken care of!

Tossing the clichéd floral bouquet and coffee mug is a necessity at this point. Moms everywhere can now get it in one guess what they will be gifted for a special occasion like Mother's Day - the horror! The last thing you want is to become so predictable that your mom is now outsmarting you! There is no time like the present to shake things up and keep her guessing about her gift, one that also has just the right touch to convey a strong "I love you to bits" message. These gift ideas may very well be on her wishlist!

Invited to Everything? These dresses will be your wedding season MVPs. Whether you're headed to a breezy beach ceremony, a black-tie evening affair, or a backyard bash, this list of wedding guest dresses has you covered. From trending colors and flattering silhouettes to budget-friendly picks and head-turning styles, these dresses are perfect for every dress code and vibe.