💍 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. ✨

Shopping for a wedding guest dress can be really stressful, but hopefully this list can give you some inspiration or help you find the ideal dress!

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

Everything I wore on BOTH of my wedding days as a blushing bride! We had 2 weddings, one legal ceremony in NY and one symbolic ceremony in punta cana.

I’ve used this adorable baby shower invitation myself, and it made our celebration so special! With soft pastels, charming illustrations, and a touch of elegance, it’s easy to customize and send—and my guests couldn’t stop complimenting it. Now you can use it too to make your baby shower unforgettable!

Dresses to match different occasions that I personally would love to be wearing at a wedding!

Everything from wedding events leading up to the big day and everything in the middle from a bridal consultant!

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 ✨

List of potential dresses to use for weddings. These are targeted for formal to semi formal weddings not black tie. Mainly for weddings in warmer areas. Most dresses are also targeted for a mid size body type with a lower belly and smaller chest.

Exciting news--I'm planning my wedding! I know there are a million blogs about weddings out there, but here are some recommendations from my own planning. Be sure to visit my dashboard for a list of what I'm putting on my registry, too.

With Valentine's Day next weekend, I have curated some last-minute valentine's gifts for your significant other. Whether he's a new beau or a husband, you will find something for him here. My list includes personalizable gifts too!

Spring and summer weddings are the perfect excuse to bring out bright colors, soft pastels, and flowy silhouettes. Whether you love soft blues, fresh greens, blush pinks, or bold shades like purple, yellow, and orange, there’s a wedding guest dress for every vibe and venue. I rounded up my favorite dresses by color to make shopping easy—just pick your palette and find the style that fits your mood.

Your partner deserves nothing bur the best. Adorable gifts from Etsy for your partner for any occasion. Etsy is an amazing place for handmade and personalized gifts. I want to show you some of my favorites. Here are a few recommendations!

A wedding detail box is a MUST. As someone who has photographed many weddings, the details are so necessary to making your wedding photos so special. Here’s things that will make your wedding photographer life easier:

I recently got married and I used these South African based sites to order some of my gifts. So here is my ultimate plug, especially if you don't want to order from overseas. :)

This cute bee inspired Bridal shower theme is perfect for the spring. I love the play on words with finding your “honey”, I have curated a list of tableware, invites/paper goods and decorations to help you plan the cutest Bridal shower for yourself or that special bride to “Bee”

Simple, meaningful ways to connect with your spouse while keeping Jesus at the center. Whether it’s prayer, conversation, or just slowing down, these ideas are all about love rooted in faith. These are my favorite date night ideas for couples who want something meaningful, intentional, and faith-filled (but still a little fun).

These are all of the stuff we used at my mermaid/beach themed wedding! Feel free to take fin-spiratoon from it

Wedding season calls for dresses that feel unforgettable ✨ This curated list brings together wedding dress inspo for guests, bridesmaids, and anyone dreaming of their perfect gown. You’ll find everything from elegant formal dresses and lace wedding dress styles to dramatic ball gowns, bridal gowns, and timeless mother of the bride looks. Whether you’re browsing wedding dress inspiration, pretty wedding dresses, prom-style gowns, or romantic bridesmaid dresses, this collection blends modern trends with classic silhouettes. Expect dreamy textures, wedding dresses lace details, and global favorites — свадебные платья, vestidos de novia, vestido de noiva — all chosen to help you show up confident, polished, and celebration-ready 💍

Discover the perfect setting for your dream wedding with our curated list of San Diego wedding venues. From breathtaking beachfront ceremonies and lush garden receptions to elegant ballrooms and unique urban spaces, San Diego offers a diverse array of venues to suit any couple's style and budget. Explore our selection to find detailed information on each venue, including amenities, capacity, and customizable packages, ensuring your special day is as beautiful and memorable as the city itself.

With valentine's coming up everyone wants to be prepared! So what better time than rn to keep your mind from worrying and keep your partner happy? Check out some of my recommendations to help you out:

Meaningful keepsake ideas to help you remember and honor the ones you’ve lost. From personalized jewelry, memory boxes to thoughtful storage solutions and handmade mementos. This guide offers inspiration for preserving the love and legacy of those who remain forever in your heart.

I order everything in bulk and ahead and keep the gift stuff stocked up to make all the last minute gifts ready to go!

Everything you need to host (or show up) in style—fun finds, crowd-pleasers, and little details that make any gathering unforgettable. Consider this your go-to party kit!

Your wedding needs a unique soundtrack! These pros will create it for you!

I'm a bride-to-be and a wedding assistant and these are my favorites!

Everything you need to throw a memorable Island-Themed party! We throw a lot of these at our home because we built a tiki bar in our backyard as our pandemic project the summer of 2020. We even had a tiki-themed rehearsal dinner for our wedding this year!

It isn’t even clocking to me yet that my boyfriend stood on business, and now I’m engaged! 🤏🏽🙂‍↕️💍 Whaaat?! It feels so weird honestly, but I’ve never been happier and now all I can think about is preparing! We don’t even have a date set, but I feel this rush of energy to begin this next chapter of my life. 🥹 But this list won’t be just for the Bride-to-Be (or as I like to call it b2b). This list is for all women and girls looking to really dial in, and finally make themselves a priority. To grow, be better, do better, look better, feel better! 🌱 This list will feature Sections for what I think is necessary for the next chapter of my life to be the best it can be - Items to buy after getting engaged 💍 - Meditation videos 🧘🏻‍♀️ - Workout Clothes/Videos/Equipment 💪🏼 - Books/Journals/Planners 📓 - Other Useful Things! ✨ Let me know if you try any of these items and how they worked for you! 🫶🏻

Everything I had at my wedding (with photos!) that made it the perfect day.

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!!

✨ As I celebrate my 4th year in business as a wedding florist here in Austin, Texas, I’ve put together a list of my absolute must-haves that I use daily in my studio. These are the tools, supplies, and little luxuries that keep my floral business running smoothly and help me bring each couple’s wedding vision to life. Whether you’re a fellow florist, a budding creative, or just curious about what goes into the art of wedding flowers, these are my tried-and-true essentials I couldn’t work without!

Affordable party supplies I have purchased and reviewed. Themes are a big deal to me and I try my best to find everything that fits!

2026 bride over here! I’ve compiled lists of items I will be using (or want to be using) that I want/need for the next year or so. Here’s to being the future Mrs Jennings!🥂

As a florist specializing in weddings, I have done many different styles of weddings. In this list, I break down 5 different styles and give you my recs on bringing that vibe to life on your wedding day.

If you’re as obsessed with TSITP as I am, you’re surely hosting a watch party at some point this season to celebrate (and grieve!!) the end of such an incredible series. This list has everything you need, from TSITP decor to favors for your besties. ps team Connie baby forever 🤪❤️

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! :)

My January baby it’s cold outside baby shower must haves!

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

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’m on a mission to learn how to make crepe paper flowers for my wedding decor. I plan to make the flowers for table decoration, chair posies and to decorate the cake. My dad owns a printing business, so paper has oddly been a big thing in my life. From helping him when he brought work home (e.g. stuffing envelopes, glueing photos and binding calendars) to asking him to bring paper home for me to draw on. The art of paper flowers is a beautiful but personal incorporation into my wedding day. Of course, if I had the budget I’d rather not do the manual labour but wedding tax is real 🤣. Creating this list for anyone starting out the new hobby!

Timeless elegance meets modern romance—bridal attire designed to make every bride shine on her special day. Looking for the perfect fit for your engagement party, bachelorette, or bridal shower? Look no further!

I'm a Joshua Tree local wedding photographer. Here are the places and people I recommend for your Joshua Tree wedding.

From low key to black tie- find a dress that you 1. love 2. would actually wear again and be excited to have in your closet

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?"

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.

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

Are you a bride, newly engaged or soon to be?! I have been loving these items. Some fave engagement must haves, bridal era goodies, white outfits etc.! It is such a fun time to be celebrating and enjoying being a fiancé!

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!

Wedding bridesmaid or guest outfit inspo!

I've curated this collection of super unique wrapping paper and gift wrap for weddings, bridal showers and wedding party gifts!

These are what we are going to do for our day. Everyone is more and welcome to use our ideas

Wedding Day Emergency Kit Items from Target!

Wedding gifts that blend timeless classics with modern to suit a variety of tastes and lifestyles

As a recent 2025 bride, here are some of the most important things that came in handy (or that I wish I had) on my wedding day! 🥰🫶🏼

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

Valentine's Day is quickly approaching and gift giving is a love language! What are you getting your special someone? Here are some cute, practical and mostly budget-friendly ideas for Valentine's Day gifts that anyone would appreciate! Hopefully this list helps you get the gift ideas flowing!

I was a 2023 Bride and I got so many sweet gifts and gave a lot of gifts. Here are some of the gifts I received, would have liked to received, or have actually given, that I would recommend. From personalized keepsakes to luxe essentials, these gifts are sure to make any bride-to-be or bridal party member feel loved and celebrated! From the bride to the groom. From the mother of the bride to the Father of the Bride. From the ring bearer to the officiant and everyone in between!

Sharing the research from my wedding planning

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 *

are you a DIY bride with a vision? as one myself, allow me to give you everything I needed to have a successful bridal season! congrats!

Planning a party soon? These are some must have products to decorate! Adding a few pics of ways I have used some of these products in my parties!

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

Stylish, eco-friendly, and lots of vintage jewelry! These wedding accessories are a must to check out!

Sharing some of my favorite wedding pieces for the bride that won’t break the bank. I love classic wedding designs that can stand the test of time - but also feel individualized. These are some dresses, accessories and products that I’d pic if I was to get married (again) this year 😆

Just call me the Hostess with the Mostess lol. One of my favorite things to do is host friends and family for gatherings. These items help make sure they are gatherings to remember.

As an April 2025 bride I’ve made a lot of purchases! Especially as the day grew closer! Here’s all my recommendations!

I've always dreamed of having a unique yet classy engagement ring! From gorgeous bands to unique stones, I love scouting for the perfect ring! This list is a collection of rings that are sure to stand out in all of the best ways!

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.

In honor of my upcoming nuptials, I want to share a few of my most coveted perfume recommendations. Whether you prefer floral, fruity or anything in between there is something for you on this list.

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

I put together a wedding day emergency kit for my friends wedding and this is all the things we actually needed

Celebrate the end of an era and the final eras tour show in style with these stunning party ideas and decorations to help close the door on a chapter we are sure to never forget 💖✨

Valentine's top picks for surprising your significant other. There is a section for sellers and teachers, anyone who needs a large fulfillment of people around these days.

Everyone on this list is someone we LOVE working weddings with! We hope you find this helpful as you put together your wedding vendor team.

Decor, style, fashion, and design for your favorite bride to be! Camp bachelorette is in full swing and this list will help you with all the deets 🏕️

I helped host my Sisters baby shower and these items were amazing quality and made the event so cute!

An equestrian wedding is a dream for passoniate horse riders. If you identify as one, or if you're simply seeking a wedding that stands out from the norm, then take a moment to explore this wedding list filled with equestrian wedding inspiration.

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.

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.

My essential wedding photography kit; bags, harnesses, lenses, backups, and an emergency kit! Everything I need to capture every moment with ease and confidence!💅🏼

Getting ready for your big day? It can get overwhelming! Here are a few recommendations to take the overwhelm to ease and allow you to feel more settled in the decisions you make.

Downtown Columbus offers so many beautiful wedding venues with a variety of aesthetics and amenities to fit any couple's needs.

My go to supplies as a floral designer

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.

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

Sometimes confused to find a gift for your loved one on a special day. Below I list my favorite best gifts

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! 🎉🍸🍹🍷

I was a destination wedding bride myself and got married in Mexico! It was the most incredible week of my life with 80 of our closest friends and family. Since we didn’t see our venue beforehand (and had to fly to our wedding), here are my favorite items that helped my planning be as smooth as possible!

the best trneding holiday cards that use letterforms as their main design element

Wedding dress shopping in Southern Ontario inspo

We've officially entered our Showgirl Era ❤️‍🔥 If you're planning a party (big or small) to ring in the new era, or to celebrate your favorite swiftie's birthday in style…check out these stunning ideas, supplies and decorations to help make your celebration shimmer in true showgirl fashion!

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.