My girls have shown up for me through every single step of this wedding, so their gifts had to be just as special 🤍 These are the trendy, chic, and actually practical picks I'm giving my bridesmaids and maid of honor: personalized Etsy finds, getting-ready essentials, and pieces they'll use long after the last dance. Steal my list for your own bridal party! Some links may be affiliate links, so I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you 🤍
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 Eloping in Iceland is your vibe then this list is for YOU! Here is all the best inspo for your elopement day outfits and anything else you might need to make your elopement day in Iceland absolutely perfect and magical! Please keep in mind if you're planning an Iceland elopement that it is a magical place and it's our shared responsibility to keep it that way. Practicing all seven principles of Leave No Trace while you're there whether you're eloping or not is extremely important.
You know that one uncle who refuses to dance, the cousin who hides in the corner, and the friend who says she hates photos? I watched all three of them fighting over a pair of oversized sunglasses at my reception. If you're planning a party and want actual candid photos instead of stiff smiles, this is the setup that turned my most reluctant guests into the life of the party. Grab these before your next event so the photographer actually has something fun to work with.
After all the work of planning the wedding, there's also gifts for others to consider. There are some ideas I used to thank my girls and parents for being a special part of my day.
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
You spent $200 on heels and then watched them disappear into the lawn like tent stakes. If you've got a garden party, vineyard wedding, or outdoor ceremony coming up and you refuse to wear flats, this is everything I figured out after one humiliating walk across a soggy field. Grab what you need before the invite RSVP deadline hits.
This is the lighting I actually pack for Vegas weddings and corporate events. V100 and a FlashBender on camera, AD200s off camera, continuous for speeches, and the Bowens boxes they sit in. I've tried MagMod. I didn't like it. For shooters who want one speech-light kit that already lives in the bag.
Valentines is coming up! I know some couples roll their eyes and call it commercial, but it's still special to my husband and I. And don't let the title fool you, I LOVE chocolate (and flowers). However, I know that a little thought goes a long way. Here is a list of things that are thoughtful gifts that will hopefully bring a smile.
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.
Whether you're headed to a tropical destination or an adventurous escape, this curated list of honeymoon must-haves ensures you're prepped for every romantic moment. Let the post-wedding magic begin!
Planning a wedding or baby shower registry from a laptop at midnight felt impossible when I kept spotting things I loved while shopping in person. If you're the kind of person who finds the perfect towel set at the store but forgets the name by the time you get home, this whole list is the setup that finally made registering feel effortless. Took me two registries to figure this out so you don't have to.
I’ve been planning my wedding slowly and budget friendly. If I can do it myself to save money, I will.
I will be doing a court house wedding with immediate family and then a reception party with everyone to celebrate the following weekend.
Spent thousands on a dress and then panicked about storing it in a regular closet where dust settles and moths appear out of nowhere. If you're a bride who just survived wedding planning and can't stomach the idea of yellowing silk or tiny holes showing up on your gown, this is everything I actually use — figured it out through trial and error so you don't ruin yours.
I'm venturing into wedding collections, which is kind of fun…This is a suite of watercolor ivory flowers and sage green leaves designs. I painted the flowers and greenery myself, so it's a totally homegrown effort!
My essential wedding photography kit; bags, harnesses, lenses, backups, and an emergency kit! Everything I need to capture every moment with ease and confidence!💅🏼
highly recommend eloping with the love of your life :)
we got married on our 7 year dating anniversary in las vegas, a place that's very special to us. we called this time our wedding week & we spent 3 days in las vegas & then had a mini honeymoon at disneyland for 3 days. saved our money for our 2 week honeymoon in greece then a down payment for our home! :-)
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
Finding the perfect wedding guest dress can be tricky! After attending many weddings, I’ve narrowed down my top picks—elegant, stylish, affordable, and perfect for any occasion.
As a 2026 bride who doesn’t want to go into debt for a one day event, here are my favourite affordable recs that will still make your wedding day feel like your Pinterest board!
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!
Planning a celebration and realizing your mismatched kitchen drawer knives won't cut it (literally) for a cake moment worth photographing? Whether you're hosting a wedding, a milestone birthday, or a baby shower, I spent way too long piecing together serving sets that looked cheap or fell apart mid-slice. This is everything I landed on after three events and one embarrassing cake avalanche — grab what you need before your next big day sneaks up on you.
Every girl dreams of their special day and making it unique to them. Here's some things I personally used on my big day or just simply loved the idea of using. Even if I can't give you exactly what you're looking for, I hope I can set you on the right path!
One time bride, 3x bridesmaid. Use this as inspo or a checklist for your big day of what you need to pack before you head out. Both for your bridal suite, as well as for your maid of honor/bridesmaids to carry around for you. I ordered the clutch section in order of most to least important. If you can only take some, I suggest the top 5.
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
I'm getting married soon, and have been focusing on taking care of myself even more so that I can have an extra glow on my wedding day. These are products i'm loving for wedding prep, some provide immediate results and others are products i've been using overtime leading up to our big day!
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!!
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.
Are you getting married at the beach? Then check out this list for all the best outfit inspo for your beach wedding! Beach weddings are some of my favorites to photograph and the bridal outfits are the most fun to find inspo for!
What I have added to my personal wedding registry! We have already lived together for almost 5 years so it was a little tricky to start this. Hope this can help you ⛪️💍
my bridal era, curated 💍✨
everything that made wedding planning a little prettier, easier, and more fun - from DIY details and bachelorette finds to fit checks, honeymoon looks and all the little bridal extras in between
Wedding registries are honestly so stressful to build! But if you don’t register for /something/ people (especially great aunts) will go off-book (and you’ll have to figure out how to return seasonal, quilted table runners…) so I do recommend taking time to register for literally anything that’ll make your life together easier! And after a couple years married, there are definitely items I swear by and others that we could totally live without- so here’s the list of my fav things we got that have really come in handy!
Are you also trying to plan a wedding without blowing your budget? Been there, done that. As my wedding day passed amazingly, I want to share some of the tips and recommendations to make your life easier. These are the affordable, easy-to-use finds that save money, time, and stress, from planning tools to DIY décor and day-of emergency fixes. Perfect for brides, grooms, and maids of honor on a budget.
Destination guests land fried, then they hit 110-degree sidewalks and a 2 a.m. after-party. These are the things I tell couples to drop in the hotel-room bag so people actually show up on time and still look human in group photos. Not the couple’s day-of kit. That list is separate.
You spent real money on the gift — then you wrapped it in crinkly dollar-store paper and a crooked bow and suddenly it looks like an afterthought. If you're the person who panics in the wrapping aisle twenty minutes before the ceremony, this is everything I figured out after botching three wedding presents in one summer.
From bridal shower gifts to veils, wedding-day must-haves, bachelorette party fun, and bridal party essentials—this list is your one-stop bridal inspiration board. A mix of sparkle, style, and thoughtful touches to make the celebrations unforgettable.
Shop everything we used to host my sister’s Pearls & Prosecco themed bridal shower. This was classy and elegant with so many opportunities for fun decor.
Writing 150 thank you cards after the wedding felt like a chore until I found stationery that didn't scream generic. If you're drowning in post-wedding obligations and want your guests to feel like you actually meant every word, not like they got a Hallmark assembly line card, this lineup saved my sanity and my reputation. Grab these before the 30-day post-wedding window closes and you become that couple.
If you love modern, handdrawn wedding details—these are SO good ❤️ Curated doodle-style wedding and bridal shower invitations that blend minimalist design with artistic charm. From elegant black-and-white sketches to playful illustrated details, these picks are perfect for creating a cohesive, stylish celebration. Includes favorites from Etsy + Zazzle for different budgets and customization styles. This list contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you purchase — at no extra cost to you.
Check out some of my posts from my Las Vegas Wedding! In this list are tips, a wedding centerpiece DIY, and a Vegas wedding favor DIY too! I also have links to the beautiful Vegas Wedding Venues I visited and some fun Vegas wedding items that can make your big day extra fun!
Planning a party doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. These are my go-to essentials for everything from kids’ birthdays to bridal showers and weddings. Decorations, hosting must-haves, and little details that make events feel special — without overspending or stressing out.
Everything you might need on your big day to prevent disaster - you just never know! Here is my personal bridal emergency kit made by my bridesmaids and I.
I feel like it is just wedding SEASON lately and I have perfected the wedding guest guide! This folder has all the wedding guest necessities and looks that you need for inspo!
Planning a Christmas or winter wedding? This list features elegant red velvet wedding stationery with evergreen branches, frosted pinecone, crimson berries, and subtle gold accents. From wedding invitations and RSVP cards to menus, place cards, favor tags, and thank you cards, these coordinated designs bring a warm, festive touch to your special day. Perfect for romantic December weddings, classic Christmas celebrations, and sophisticated winter receptions.
I love love. Valentine’s day can be such a special occasion to celebrate your partner as well as your friends- i love galentines to! I’ve put together a guide from your gifting needs to make this valentines special and stress free
I’m a wedding photographer who shoots across the U.S. and internationally. This is the exact gear I depend on to capture weddings - from camera bodies to lenses, flashes, and all the small essentials that keep things running smoothly! 🤎
Finding a wedding gift that doesn't end up in a closet is weirdly stressful — especially when every couple already has a blender and matching towels. If you're the person standing in a store thirty minutes before the reception panicking, this is every personalized Mr and Mrs gift I've given that made someone tear up, laugh, or immediately post on Instagram. Took me about eight weddings to nail this list so you don't have to waste the money I did.
This theme is a great option for mixing beach and a touch of carnival. I love the pastel colors and the inclusion of stuff like carousel horses and cotton candy, while still being beachy. Such a great blend.
Planning a wedding on a budget nearly broke me — I spent weeks scrolling through overpriced favor options that all looked like dollar store rejects or cost $8 per guest. If you're staring at a 150-person guest list doing mental math and panicking, this is everything I actually used and tested. Took me four months of sampling, returning, and DIY disasters so you can skip straight to what works.
Struggling with what to get your bridesmaids as a thank you for your being a part of your wedding? Here are some ideas that I used for my bridesmaid proposals and day of thank you gifts. I went PRACTICAL. I wanted them to be able to use these items time and time again.
Fall is literally the most popular time of the year for weddings. So it would stand to reason that it's one of the most popular times of year to elope too! Most of the country has ideal weather in the fall (there's a reason Tennesseee Fall is my favorite season) and there's always so many fun things to do when you go somewhere fun in the fall, I mean what town or city doesn't have some sort of fall festival? Here's my list of the top places to elope in the fall based on their weather and potentially how busy it'll be around that time of year.
Plan an epic, elegant bachelor party with our curated list of personalized black-tie poker night invites, decor, and unique favors. This list contains affiliate links. If you click on one and make a purchase, we may receive a commission, without any extra charge to you.
With how saturated the wedding market is, I highly recommend going out of your way to support local and small business owners and contractors! They will put so much more care and attention into you and your day than a big corporation. If something isn’t perfect, they will make it right and provide great customer service every step of the way. Check out some of these vendors I used for my 2023 Maple Grove, MN wedding!
Staring at a blank notebook two months before your wedding, wondering why you can write a 500-word Yelp review but not three paragraphs for the love of your life — yeah, that was me. This list is for the engaged person who keeps pushing vow writing to next weekend. Everything here helped me get words on paper, from guided journals to the pen that made it feel real. Don't wait until the week before like my cousin did.
whether it be for galentine's or valentine's, cupid is coming and these gift ideas will put a smile on any loved one's face! take a look at gifts that show your love and thoughtfulness without the high price tag. these choices are also great for partners who are difficult to shop for if you want to treat to a personalized, meaningful, unique gift!
Every anniversary, same spot, same pose, new photo. Sounds simple until you realize your hair is different, the lighting shifted, your outfit wrinkles in the car, and the prints from last year already faded on the shelf. This is for couples who do the yearly photo tradition and want each one to actually look as good as the original. Took me seven years of trial and error to nail down what works.
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.
i planned my parents' 25th wedding anniversary vow renewal and party and it was the most magical evening. i couldn't have done it without the help of small businesses whether that be a vendor or helping me with supplies. everything was perfect
A running list of the prettiest wedding guest dresses I find — the unique cuts, chic silhouettes, and those “where did you get that?” pieces that always photograph beautifully. Plus the dresses that no one else will be wearing at the event :) Whether it’s a black-tie night, a garden ceremony, or something in between, these are the dresses I’d wear myself (and would want someone to send me if I needed inspo). Updated constantly with the standout, special ones. 💌
As more couples opt for intimate weddings and meaningful experiences, elopements have become a popular choice. This collection of elopement cards features designs with and without photos, cards with custom announcement messages, and some with wedding reception/after party invite details, so that all your needs are covered!
Here's our list of recommended wedding vendors in the Central Virginia area! We don't get any kick-back for recommending them - we just know that they serve our couples well, and make for some beautiful and stress-free wedding days!
Here's to making wedding planning a little easier with decor pieces I've purchased to decorate my ceremony and reception! PLUS I am decorating my wedding on a BUDGET! Check out my section on custom vases to see how you can incorporate a budget DIY that looks EXPENSIVE!!!!
I got engaged back June 2024. It was in beautiful Banff, specifically Emerald Lake. It was so unexpected and I was so shook because we had just seen a black momma bear with her cubs. Any who, I just recently got married and was engaged for over a year and a half. So I wanted to created a list for my engaged girlies !! This is an amazing and fun season ! Enjoy every second of it as the next chapter will be even better ❤️❤️
We spent months picking out the perfect dining table after the wedding, then left water rings on it within the first week. If you're a newlywed couple moving into your first place together and you want coasters that actually mean something — not just random cork circles from a dollar store — I tracked down the ones worth keeping forever. Grab these before you host your first dinner party and panic.
Owl & Rose Ceremonies has created a growing collection of wedding ceremony scripts and resources for those folks looking to DIY their ceremony. From scripts to poems to quotes to elopement resources, this list will help you or your friend/family officiant craft a beautiful wedding ceremony.
We just had our wedding and here is everything that I’d totally buy again if we did it all over. Outfits that are affordable but still look phenomenal in photos. We did the bare minimum for decor since our venue was stunning on its own but Polaroids and guest book was 100% worth every penny!💍💕
Need help with finding the perfect wedding guest dress based off the wedding type. I am talking that garden/outdoor, beach wedding. formal/black tie wedding, city modern wedding. I got you!
PLUS SIZE GIRLIES UNITE!! I KNOW how hard it is to find a cute white dress that doesn’t look like it’s for an old lady. This is what I found that doesn’t cost a fortune and looked so cute! And TRUST me I looked EVERYWHERE!!