All things wedding; decor, guest book items, things to make the day easier, etc!

💍 Wedding Affordable Essentials and DIY Needs: From a 2024 Bride on a budget! 💍 ✨ Provided links are affiliate links. I may make a small commission from customer purchases. ✨

As a recent bride and local photographer, I know a thing or two about planning a wedding in the tri-state area. These are the vendors I recommend time and time again, and some I've even used myself!

Cute ideas, items and themes for the bachelor and bachelorette trips or parties.

Everything I bought and used to plan my best friend's Camp Bachelorette themed weekend which had a few little naughty touches to it! This was great for a girl's weekend in the woods!

Sorry in advance for all of the Taylor Swift puns. For real though, where are all my Swifties at? I don't know about you guys, but I am over the moon excited for my dear friend, Taylor Swift (haha). Seriously, though, this is MY royal wedding. To celebrate, here's a mood board for the wedding. And Taylor, if you see this, I'd LOVE an invite!

Planning a wedding as a plus-size bride? This curated list has everything you need to feel confident, comfortable, and beautiful on your big day. From bridal shapewear and supportive undergarments to wide-width shoes, anti-chafing essentials, and curve-flattering accessories, these must-haves are designed with curvy brides in mind. Whether you’re shopping for the perfect foundation pieces, bridal robes, or day-of emergency kit items, this guide makes sure you’re covered from head to toe.

Get ready to raise a glass (or three) because this Margs & Matrimony bachelorette party is serving up tequila, tacos, and unforgettable memories 🌮🍹💍. From salty rims to spicy dance floors, it’s all about celebrating love with laughter, late-night cheers, and just the right amount of chaos. One last fiesta before the forever after!

Something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue... Gift I have given to my girlfriends who are recently engaged.

A curated list of meaningful and stylish wedding giveaways for guests from eco friendly options to DIY and personalized keepsakes.💞

All you need to finish of your wedding invitation suite and make it ready to be sent out to your wedding guests. Deocrative ribbons, vellum jackets, handmade paper, paper edge cutters and more!

If you’re a beach girly, ‘Last Toast on the Coast’ is totally the theme for you! Everything beach aesthetic before you say ‘I do’

dresses perfect for any big event this fall catered to every tax bracket

Thoughtfully curated items for your proposal or day-of gift bags. Includes gift ideas for Mum, Dad, your husband or wife-to-be, and the wedding party.

Floral supplies for weddings, events, or retail shops. Here's what is in my toolbox!

Find the perfect dresses for little girls attending weddings, from elegant guest styles to adorable flower girl gowns. Designed for ages 0 months to 12 years, these flowing dresses are comfortable, stylish, and picture-perfect for the big day. Most people choose these timeless looks to let little ones walk with grace, whether as a flower girl scattering petals or a young guest dressed to shine. 🌸🌹🪻🌺🌻🌷 #FlowerGirlDress #GirlsWeddingGuest #KidsWeddingFashion #BabyToTweenStyle #ElegantGirlDress

Wedding hacks from a graphic designer (paper items!) and wedding looks that I scoured the internet for!

Has she been scooped up by the one who makes her heart melt? Then it's time to celebrate in sweetness! Here are some my favorite finds for a stunning ice cream bridal shower 🍦 We will be going for bright pastels with gold accents.

All of the wedding things that I used & needed for wedding day, including decor & bridesmaids gifts.

Throw the ultimate Love Island bachelorette party. 📱💌 I got a text that said you need this list packed with 🌴 tropical vibes, 🔥 sizzling outfits, 🎉 epic games, and 🍹 delicious drinks. Let’s get the party started! 💃✨

This theme is perfect for a non traditional, edgy bride. It’s spooky, chic, and sure to be the newest trending theme💀

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.

Summer is just around the corner! That means there will be plenty of summer weddings. Don't worry! I've got you covered. Here's the list of my of recommended dresses for either day or evening weddings. And anything in between!

I've tested countless party products and curated a list of my absolute favorites to make your next celebration unforgettable. These picks, from dazzling decorations to thoughtful favors, will elevate any event.

Wedding season is coming! If you are invited to be a bridesmaid, the main challenge is always to find the perfect dress for the occasion without spending too much! Here is a selection of budget-friendly bridesmaid dresses that are cute, elegant and trendy based on your budget!

I was a 2024 bride and work in the wedding industry so I see weddings every day and am always keeping up with what's trending. I love seeing brides show their personal style! Whether it's a bachelorette party, rehearsal dinner, or reception dress change I love to see people's style. Because when else do you get to wear all the white glitz and glam?!

Valentine's Day cards that celebrate passionate and romantic love. Please skip the dollar store this year! It feels so nice to receive a beautiful and meaningful card from your partner on Valentine's Day! I found some awesome designer cards that express romantic love in a cool way, so you don't have to go looking yourself! :)

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!

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

A wedding reception is a great time to relax and celebrate after exchanging vows. The couple can hang out with family and friends, eat food and party. Here are some festive decorating ideas as well as acccessories and favors, to help make the festivity as memorable as possible. (Some of these would make great bridal shower gifts!)

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!!

Getting a gift for the lady in your life is about more than just picking something pretty—it’s about showing that you see her, know her, and value her. Whether she’s your partner, mom, sister, or best friend, the perfect gift reflects her personality, passions, and your shared connection.

I have made a list of some of my favorite venues that I have had the pleasure to officiate some amazing wedding at!

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!

The perfect blend of Boho and Farmhouse charm for my dream wedding with my handpicked recommendations and favorite finds, with weathered wooden signs, and vintage-inspired lace accents. Elevate your tablescape with a mix of greenery and babies breath florals. My collection includes a boho-farmhouse vibe.

Love green? Having a wedding with classic foilage and simple white cream flowers. You will love my green dream ideas for that super special green hued color coordinated wedding.

She might have everything, but your Mother-in-law still deserves to be spoiled!

We are ALL so busy- this will be a carefully curated ongoing list of beautiful gifts and party supplies from incredible craftsmen (and women, hello). Including handmade birthday banners, cake toppers, invitation & clipart designers that will save MAJOR time and money. Which we can all use a little extra of!

As a maid of honor, one of my duties was hosting the bride's bridal shower. Coming up with the theme and buying items for it was a blast. Here is a list of some of the items the bride and/or guests loved the most that stood out.

From accessories to gifts - Etsy was my life saver when wedding planning! Adding a little personalized touch can go a long way! All things listed I personally used & would most definitely buy again!💍🤍

The king and queen of Kansas City are getting married. These are all the of my favorite things and all the items needed for their happily ever after ❤️

These are all of the faves I've purchased for our 2026 wedding in Brazil!! Some of the items that ALMOST made the cut had to end up on this list too - they're too good to pass up!

Looking for options? These beautiful designs let you truly customize your special day!

I love a custom gift I can remember the day by that I can use later down the road too. I curated a list of the BEST ones that anyone would love to take home with them!

These are celestial themed wedding decor and other items that I happened to stumble upon. I love galaxy themed stuff, so this stuff definitely caught my eye while I was browsing.

From engagement rings for her (& him) to jewelry insurance and buying guides.

Some of my favorite things as a northeast Ohio native. NE Ohio will always be home ❤. My recs on food as well as wedding vendors if you're a future NE Ohio bride.

I love a big barn wedding with wide open spaces for lots of guests. Set the tone for your casual yet classy ranch style nuptials with the charming Country Sunflower Western Wedding Invitations, RSVP Cards, Save the Date Announcements, Thank You Cards, Party Favors, Disposable Paper Party Products and more. This coordinated rustic chic wedding collection features a quaint floral photograph of a pair of brown leather western cowboy boots and yellow sunflower blossom with a barn wood background. Perfect inspo and ideas for your informal barn party or farm marriage ceremony and reception celebration event. Invitations are available printed for mailing or as a digital download for easy sharing digitally online.

Wedding planning can be chaotic! It’s hard to determine what you like, do not like, or what direction you even should begin at! To ease that stress and get ideas flowing, all my favorite wedding things are all right here 🤍

Class of 2025 Graduation is almost here and it's time to celebrate all of your student's accomplishments with a party. From what to eat, fun games, family trips, and invitations - here's some fun and fabulous graduation party ideas to get you going.

Hi!! I often find the best places for natural/relaxed family and engagement sessions are locations that mean something to you; hence why I love photographing people in their homes and yards - especially kids. But if you're looking for somewhere a little different, then I have some suggestions below. I've also tried to include links to my blog posts in most of the descriptions, so that you can see more photos. As always, for more general info please click here - darcytroutmanphotography.com

Looking for the perfect bridal shower theme? Discover our curated collection of trendy bridal shower ideas to celebrate the bride-to-be in style. Whether you're planning a boho garden party, a chic champagne brunch, or a modern minimalist gathering, we’ve got you covered with themes that are elegant, fun, and easy to personalize. Explore matching invitations, party decor, games, and favors to make the day unforgettable. Ideal for bridesmaids, friends, and family planning a memorable pre-wedding event. Find your favorite theme and start planning today!

These are items that I bought for my wedding from Amazon and they were great!

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!

I guess I love sparkle as much as everybody else. Precious rings make me feel like a princess! Let's dream together. I've noticed a strong return of old-fashioned designs and am showing you some of my favorite.

Use this guide to plan your wedding every step of the way! I'll show you how to save money on your wedding and all the best tips and tricks!

stepping off of my bridal era, I have so many thoughts and recommendations for all you brides to be ⭐️ this is such a fun time in your life!

Got invited to another wedding and you're in a dilemma of what to wear for this wedding? Here's some inspiration 😊

There’s nothing like dark, moody colors for a gorgeous fall wedding. My wedding was in October and these were my favorite picks!

As a northern Virginia wedding planner, here is my TOP list of vendors that I have worked with!!💍💒👰🏼‍♀️

your go to edit for wedding guests dressed this fall and winter with all kinds of price range recs in specific lists. Shoes and accessories also included so you can put together your whole outfit without over thinking it ✨

Calling all beautiful brides-to-be! 💍✨ Are you ready to find the wedding dress of your dreams without breaking the bank? Look no further! I bring you a carefully curated collection of gowns that perfectly blend minimalist charm with designer allure all under $1000.

Bachelorette party must haves for your bride tribe and for your bride! Most of these have been bought for a Bach I’ve been on and the others were on the list to buy!

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.

Wedding days are always full of surprises, good AND bad… Enjoy your day while being prepared for anything with an essential emergency kit

AFFORDABLE wedding decor I purchased from AMAZON/SHEIN to make your special day beautiful 🤍 All recs will have actual photos of the items I purchased and used on my wedding day!

Set the tone for your casual ranch theme nuptials with the charming Rustic Cowboy Boots Western Floral Wedding Collection. Personalize wedding invitations, save the dates, rsvp cards, thank you notes, favor tags, wine labels and disposable paper reception products. Each custom wedding paper product features a black and white sepia tone farm style photograph of leather cowboy boots with a barn wood background and white flowers adorning the corners. I think these are perfect inspo or ideas for your informal barn party marriage ceremony and reception celebration event. Invitations are available as a printed invitation for mailing or as a digital download for easy sharing digitally online.

As a 2025 bride, I decided to add my recommendations for decor for my bridal shower and wedding that I have ordered and will be ordering especially for some brides on budget!

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.

For my fellow brides looking for all the cute & trendy finds on a budget!

The best way to support small business! Some of my favorite purchases over the year. From special occasions, to gifts, to little treats, here's what I've been loving from Etsy.

Whether you’re attending a romantic garden ceremony, a glamorous evening reception, or a chic city wedding.

Products I used to have long, healthy and shiny hair before my wedding day! Start using these products a year to 6 months out from your wedding for optimal results

Need some inspiration on wedding party proposal gifts or day of thank you gifts? Here is a collection of ideas ranging from meaningful keepsakes they’ll treasure forever to practical picks they’ll actually use! * Contains affiliate links *

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

Look, I’ve been to my fair share of weddings—some in vineyards, some in Vegas chapels, one in a barn that smelled faintly of hay and regret. And every single time, the same question pops up: “What on earth do I wear?” This isn’t some stiff, rule-heavy manual. It’s a friendly, no-BS roundup of dresses that actually work—whether you’re dealing with a “cocktail” invite that means nothing, a destination wedding in July, or your cousin’s ultra-formal church ceremony. Plus, real photos, real price ranges, and a gentle reminder: please, for the love of all things holy, skip the white.

Calling all brides, bridesmaids, and wedding planners! Here's some of my top wedding items that I am considering for my own wedding - including decorations, accessories, and more.

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!

Your wedding day can get so stressful and you want to make sure you have nothing to worry about! Here are some things that saved me on my wedding day

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!

After moving to Oregon a couple years ago, here are all time favorite local businesses!

A lot of items I used at my own wedding and they were a huge hit! I wanted to continue to share them with everyone else incase anyone else is on the hunt for wedding ideas. 😊

I did my own makeup for my wedding and it was super easy to do with a few good products. Even better, because these products are yours to keep! Here is a list of everything I used

Ideas and inspiration for a Love is Brewing Bachelorette party, including what to wear, party favours, DIY party products and more

In your bride era and ready to celebrate on the green? Look no further! This curated list of recommendations includes the best favors, outfits, and decor to make your golf bachelorette party unforgettable. Whether you're aiming for elegance or fun, these picks will ensure your celebration is a hole-in-one.

All things for Team Bride (or the I Do Crew), including collections covering invitations, stationery, and swag for bachelorettes/stagettes and bridal shower parties.

Great buys for others in your life! One of a kind or customized for your loved ones! These shops have given such high quality work and great communication!

Helping you plan your Boston proposal :)

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!

As a 2027 bride, here are some venues we toured! Located in NJ and PA Adding some prices but can provide more info for anyone looking 🤍

I’m a professional photographer, and here are my favorite gear! I do weddings, pregnancy shoots, baby photography shoots, concert photography +++ and it can be hard to find gear that works for every occasion! Therefore, I have gathered all my favorite products into this ONE list, so that you won’t have to worry about it! I hope you like this list as much as I do😍

I dealt with a lot of drama leading up to my wedding and waited until last minute to order nearly everything. Don't be like me! These are some of the gorgeous gifts I was able to buy and some that I missed out on. But having interacted with most of these sellers I can tell you they are kind and care about their customers! Happy shopping! 🤍

These are all dresses from Amazon for formal events that I either own and have worn or bought as options anad have tried. All are good quality to last through nights of fun on the dance floor and beyond!

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.