I got engaged December 11, 2023 in St Maarten and we got married June 20, 2025 in Toronto at Hotel X! It gave us (aka me) a year and a half to plan the wedding and prepare everything we needed. Here is a glimpse of the things I bought and wore for the big day 🤍

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!

The items that I'm considering for our wedding on a budget!

All things my wedding!!! No gate keeping when it comes to my wedding. I’ll show you my getting ready outfit, decor, and all things day of!

Planning a wedding on limited time or low funds? This is the list for you! As a 2026 Bride who planned a small wedding in a week, these are the things I would recommend getting! You don't have to break the bank to make your dream wedding happen!

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!

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.

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.

A totally random mix of things I’ve loved for myself and gifted to others, this list is a little bit of everything

Outfits and accessories for all of your bridal events! Engagement shoot, bridal shower, you name it!

All the fashion moments leading up to your big day, from engagement party dresses to bridal shower looks, rehearsal dinner outfits, and honeymoon-ready pieces.

If you are looking for pretty & timeless decor for the elegant bride, here are some of my floral favorites, candles, sparkly accessories & custom details for your big day. All recommendations are from stores and brands I’ve used as well.

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).

Looking for a way to give back to your girls in a way that’s meaningful? Here’s what I’m putting in my gift bags for my Palm Springs bachelorette in May!

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.

From engagement celebrations to bridal showers, bachelorette trips, and everything in between, these are the clothes, shoes, and accessories I’m loving throughout this special season. Whether you're looking for the perfect white dress, comfortable yet chic shoes, or the finishing touches that elevate every bridal look, I've rounded up my favorite finds to help you feel confident, stylish, and celebration-ready.

For our brides looking for the perfect accessories and jewelry gifts!

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.”

Set the tone for your casual yet classy rural ranch marriage ceremony and reception with the charming Rustic Sunflowers and Cowboy Boots Country Western Wedding Collection. Personalize wedding invitations, rsvp cards, save the date announcements, bridal shower invites, thank you notes and paper reception products. Perfect inspo or idea for cowgirl bride and cowboy groom planning an informal summer or fall farm style event. Invitations are available printed for mailing or as a digital download for easy sharing digitally online.

Items you must have on your bridal registry. I like items that are multi-functional and appeal to many different tastes.

Accidents happen. Emergencies happen. People forget stuff. You want to be prepared for it all! I promise things went wrong at my wedding and so many of these things saved my life!

Wedding dress shopping in Southern Ontario inspo

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.

Looking to add personal touches to your wedding? Here's a list of thing we used at our wedding to add unique charm and individuality to our day. From fun ideas like a message in a bottle guest book, polaroid photos, cheesecake cake with fun cake topper, and DIY buckeye favors, below is everything we used to stay in our decor budget of under $2,500.

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

Spring barn wedding ideas that I used for my own May wedding! We loved how the colors pulled together with our assortment of spring flowers and the outdoorsy vibe!

for your wedding day (and the days leading up to it) Day of emergencies, bachelorette goodie bags, decor and more. These are all the small things you wouldn’t normally think about packed into one

Check out these Disney-inspired wedding accessories! 👰✨ From magical touches to whimsical details, these accessories are perfect for adding a fairytale charm to your special day. Create a wedding as enchanting as your favorite Disney stories! 🌟💍

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

Take a look at everything I bring to a wedding as a wedding photographer. Wedding days require a lot of equipment and a lot of back up equipment. There are some fun things I like to use on a wedding day as well!

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

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.

Celebrate your entire engagement long with the cutest Bride accessories. I've curated an entire list full of chic bride swag!

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!

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.

For couples who’d rather skip the crystal swans. Smart upgrades (think fluffy robe, sauna blanket) plus the classics you’ll actually use.

YES!!!!! You are the most amazing host because you've thought of everything, down to the perfect toiletries and essential supplies for your wedding bathroom baskets! Your guests will thank you! These amenity kit items may save the day for your guests and are another thoughtful way to keep your wedding guests comfortable. Beyond the tpical toiletry items, we've included outdoor wedding essentials. 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.

As a 2025 bride who did a bunch of DIYs but also doesn't love the "look" of a DIY here are the things that absolutely saved me leading up to the big day.

I have had the joy and honor to officiate hundreds of interfaith Jewish/Christian ceremonies and this is my curated list of elements you may need for your ceremony!

A 2025 survey by theknot.com found the average wedding cost is an eye-popping $33,000! The good news is you and your significant other can have a nice wedding for far less money. (Hey, my husband and I got married for less than $5,000.) Here are resources to help you save money and have a wonderful wedding. If you make a purchase through my affiliate links, I may earn a small commission at no cost to you.

if you are getting married this year, you know that shopping for all your wedding related events and activities is a full time job! as someone who works in fashion and design, it is secretly the part of wedding planning i enjoy the most. i definitely did splurge on a couple items, but you only get married once - right? i put together a list of my recent purchases and favorites for all things bridal.

These movies are great when it’s cold outside and you just need some you time

First you find out your size 2 pants size is a size 8 dress, then you find out it’s pretty much not possible to spend less than 3 grand if you don’t want to look like everyone else. Wedding dress shopping has been crazy, so I temporarily ignored the price tags and here’s some of my favorite inspo (I did not buy these)

These are the gifts I received for my wedding that have been the most used and loved in our home. Includes what I *wish* I had registered for as well!

Invitations, party decor & outfit ideas for a citrus lemon themed Bridal Shower

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!)

A collection of Anthropologie bridal finds, perfect for engagements, bridal showers, bachelorettes, wedding day details, and newlywed life. These timeless, romantic pieces make beautiful gifts and are just as perfect for brides to treat themselves! This list contains affiliate links, I may earn a small commission if you purchase through them at no extra cost to you.

Bridal attire that you'll want to use even after your wedding passes

Are you getting married sometime in 2026 or 2027? Then, this list is just for you!! Take away the stress of hopping from one website to another trying to find everything you need. With my wedding coming up May 2026, this is something I would have loved, so I decided to make it myself! 😌

Valentine's Day 2026 bride! a list of all bridal things that i love, lust, bought, was gifted or may still have my eyes on.

As a newly Bride-to-Be I am focusing on finding the things that make me feel my absolute BEST during this new season of life. Since it can bring stress in so many ways these are the things I do in my daily life to look good and feel good as I prep for the aisle!!

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!

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.

Brides on a budget! Sharing my GREAT finds that I actually used in my 2025 Valentines wedding! I hope this saves you time in your searching and also saves you money! When you’re planning a wedding, every penny counts! :)

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! 🫶🏻

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.

As a bride on a budget I am going to add everything I have gotten/will get for my Oct. 2026 wedding from Shein and Amazon!!

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.

A little buzz, a lot of love—this espresso martini-themed bridesmaid proposal is the perfect blend of glam and caffeine-fueled charm. With luxe neutrals, cheeky cocktail inspo, and that just-said-yes energy, it’s the ultimate way to pop the question in style.

Here’s some things I used to plan my wedding! I’d like to help out some other ladies by recommending BUDGET FRIENDLY options. :)

My Personal Curated Picks. I know how exciting it is to plan the perfect celebration with your friends and family. I wanted to share a curated list of decor ideas I found , perfect for creating a memorable themed party, whether you’re hosting indoors or outdoors. From cozy private spaces to beautiful garden setups, I’ve included decor pieces that really set the vibe. These items helped me bring my vision to life, and I hope they can inspire you too! These are just a few things I loved, and I think they’ll help you bring your bride to be vision to life, just like they did for me!

Celebrate with our Happy Mother's Day Yellow Floral and Green Leaves collection, featuring customizable photo gifts and personalized stationery you can tailor with your own messages. To help you create a coordinated look, I’ve curated this set to include matching Tableware & Dining essentials, alongside beautiful recommendations like Sunflower Fields teapots and botanical bedding. Whether you are hosting a brunch or looking for a unique gift, these hand-picked floral designs offer everything you need for a memorable Mother's Day.

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!

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.

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

My current favorite wedding guest dresses - all under $100!

Create the wedding ceremony of your dreams with stunning arches, romantic flower backdrops, elegant tents, and beautiful ceremony décor — all at prices that fit your budget. From intimate gatherings to grand celebrations, our curated décor pieces add style, charm, and unforgettable beauty to your special day without the luxury price tag.

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.

Everything I bought and used for my October 2025 wedding!

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!💍🤍

This is a list of dresses you can wear to your formal event or wedding without breaking the bank AND still looking like a million bucks. I love originality and wanted to link pieces I necessarily haven’t seen before!

Do you like to shop for trendy and unique products (e.g. special occasion invitations, gifts and home decor items) that can be personalized to make them unique. I know I do, so I often browse and shop for products on demand at Zazzle (zazzle.com). See my lists below for some of their cool offerings. (P.S. They have wonderful wedding sets and party invitations!)

These dresses are so beautiful and amazing quality. I love shopping showpo and they have the best selection no matter your style or size! Dive in to the sale rack or new arrivals any time and always find the perfect dress

Hi girlies! I am a 2025 destination bride (Italy) and I wanted to share some of my favorite recs so far! I love to travel so a destination wedding was a MUST. This list incorporates everything bridal + travel

no one wants to get caught off guard and add stress to their wedding day! here's what I'm keeping in my kit <3

Time to grab your gals and start a flamingle party! From flamingo party straws to the perfect pink party decor, flamingo themes bring you back to summertime and tropical vibes! Perfect theme for bachelorette parties, wedding showers, birthdays or just because you want to have a party with your friends!

Here are some of my favourite picks for this wedding season! The perfect transitional dresses for a late summer or early fall wedding

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!

This collection is made for brides and grooms who want their big day to feel like a love story set to music. Think soft pastels, vintage-inspired details, sparkling accessories, and heartfelt touches that make every moment unforgettable.

Because they’re family too. This collection includes must-have essentials to make your dog’s role in your wedding day effortless and picture-perfect — from elegant accessories and ceremony-ready outfits to comfort must-haves and smart gear for the big day.

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

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 ⛪️💍

Go ahead and RSVP “yes” to that wedding invite — because you’re going to want an excuse to wear these dresses! This list of gorgeous wedding guest looks is organized by season to make your search effortless. Let me know which one’s your favorite! 😍

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.

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

A list of the favorite locations in Kansas City for your engagement / wedding portraits.

From dreamy veils to sparkling jewelry, this is a collection of items for every bride! Discover dresses, cozy bridal pjs, accessories and more to make your wedding moments effortlessly beautiful. Whether it’s for the big day or the days leading up to it, these finds blend styles and all have a touch of bridal magic.

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.

All of the things I registered for on Amazon and am still loving over a year later!

I can't take credit for picking all these out, I owe my bridesmaids. But this is what my bachelorette party looked like!

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!

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! :)

These are locations in and around Richmond, VA that I delivered wedding cakes to on a regular basis when I made custom wedding cakes.

If you’re planning a wedding, shopping for bachelorette, elopement or honeymoon.. then this will be the thread of good finds!!