So our ring bearer was three years old and I realized two months before the wedding that a satin pillow from a big box store would last approximately four seconds in his hands. If you're planning a wedding and your tiny ring bearer has sticky fingers and zero chill, these handmade pillows actually hold up, look incredible in photos, and won't slide the rings off mid-aisle. Took me weeks of scrolling so you don't have to.

Nobody warns you that the confetti moment can totally flop — cheap plastic bits that stick to everyone's hair, sad little circles that don't show up in photos, or worse, the venue bans what you bought the day before. If you're deep in wedding planning and want that dreamy shower-of-joy exit without the panic, I spent weeks hunting down handmade confetti that actually photographs well, biodegrades without drama, and makes guests gasp. Bookmark this before your timeline gets tight.

Here is your one stop place to find all things wedding! I got the list of many items I used during my wedding or things I wish I used or just love the look of! We have dresses, accessories and more for your perfect day

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!

Unless you ARE a DJ, just know music can make or break your wedding or event. Don't setle for guests leaving early - hire a DJ that gets your style and let them do what they do best!

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.

Calling all brides, join me to build our closet! Engagement Party + Bachelorette + Bridal Shower + Rehearsal 🤍🤍 so many events, so many cute dresses!

A guide to help you be the best dressed guest @ any upcoming wedding! (For all seasons)

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

I love all the personalized unique gifts you can get on Etsy and you are also supporting a small business. I feel like I put so much more thought into the gifts I give

I've been a bridesmaid, a groomslady, the minister's wife, and that trusty friend who just shows up to pitch in. I've spent years honing the perfect "oh shit" kit for almost any wedding emergency. Here’s what you’ll need to make your own:

Some of my favorite bridal looks you could wear to your engagement party, shower, bachelorette, welcome party, rehearsal dinner, second look, and honeymoon!

In search of the perfect “in lieu of wedding favors” item? Do you want to add a donation to your registry? Here are some great ideas!

These are items that my husband and I added to our wedding registry! Some items were gifted, some items I went and purchased with gift cards that were given to us, but we love all of them! I am all about making my home cozy and inviting and I feel like all of these have helped achieve that goal!

This is a list of fun ideas for gifts (and experiences) you can buy for a romantic couple. Little to large trinkets for both of them to enjoy, even if they already have everything they need. These gifts celebrate their love for each other, and give them another opportunity to cherish their time together. Maybe you can use this list to inspire you think about how you can celebrate your own relationship with your husband, wife, girlfriend or boyfriend. You can use these ideas as Anniversary or Valentine gift ideas. Many of these ideas are very similar to (or exactly) gifts I have purchased before. In face, I have a pair of Korean wedding ducks sitting in a shelf at my front door! Some of the links associated with this list may be affiliate links. I may earn a small commission if you purchase something by following my link, at no extra cost to you. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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.

This is how I imagine the most elegant and dreamlike wedding. These are a few pieces and touches I would add if I were designing an elaborate wedding for a celebrity friend!

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 )

A simple guide to favorite new wedding items, from dresses to purses to shoes. Featuring Anthropologie’s BHLDN

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?!

Our favorite wedding gifts we recieved and use all of the time!

Planning a party can feel overwhelming, but trust me, it doesn’t have to be! As someone who loves hosting, I’ve tried countless party products, and I’ve curated this list of my absolute favorites to help make your next celebration unforgettable. From stunning decorations to thoughtful party favors, these are the pieces I swear by to elevate any event.

Some of my absolute favorite designs for the 2025 holiday season - family Christmas cards, newlywed cards and ornaments, trendy striped gift wrap, gift tags and more. Obsessed with this style and the fun flourishes.

Hi newly engaged girlies! 🤍 I’m sharing everything I used to design and plan my engagement party — from services and vendors to purchases, DIY tools, and small details that made a big difference.

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!

Bridal robes and bride sweatshirts for the getting-ready morning, smoothing shapewear and strapless bras for the dress, plus wedding night lingerie and honeymoon outfits from Bali, SKIMS, Anthropologie, BHLDN, Etsy & more. Curated for brides-to-be and their crews ✨

I have been in the wedding industry for over 15 years and I LOVE seeing new trends. These are some of my favorite for guest books!

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

Everything I leaned on planning a Vancouver wedding and elopement, from the dress and the glam to decor, invites and the little keepsakes. A mix of affordable finds and the local vendors we actually loved. Sorted so you can jump to whatever you are shopping for.

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

I've got three weddings on the calendar this August and pulled together every dress I'm actually considering — floor-length maxis and gowns for black-tie affairs, a few polka dot moments since it's clearly having its trend season, and shorter midi/cocktail options for daytime or casual ceremonies. Shopping from Nordstrom, Anthropologie, Shopbop, Mumu, and a few surprise finds.

My fiance and I have lived together 3+ years so we had a lot of the basics. You want find your basic registry items here - no plates, silverware, pots and pans, or bedding. While all of that is fine this list will provide you with some unique ideas that you might be forgetting - even if you've been established on your own for some time.

Wedding bridesmaid or guest outfit inspo!

I have a handful of weddings coming up that are very formal and these are the dresses I’m considering!

For anyone who wants the gift to say the year mattered. Inside: Vada Ellery's anniversary rotation — coupes for toasts, letters, leather, and candlelight — timeless anniversary gift ideas for your spouse or for couples you love, at prices that leave room for the dinner too. Traditional-material touches (cotton, leather, silk, crystal) noted where they fit. Some links are affiliate links; I may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Decor for your next shindig, bash or raising of the roof!

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!

Planning your bridesmaid proposals or bachelorette? Start here! Consider this your quick guide to the all-in-one bachelorette gift bag or the perfect starting point for your bridesmaid ask plans.

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!

Christmas products available for personalization that would make amazing gifts for others or your own family.

Planning a wedding reception and staring at a bare venue is genuinely panic-inducing. If you're doing decorations yourself and don't want the room to look like a sad office birthday party, these are the balloon setups that actually made my space look like I hired a decorator. Grab them early because shipping delays before wedding season are real.

Wedding registry finds I truly love 🤍 From cozy everyday essentials to elevated hosting staples—these are pieces meant to last long after the vows and into real life together.

My go to supplies as a floral designer

As a 2027 Bride, I'm always on the lookout for bridal looks in the mid-size range. Here are some of my recent lookbook selections by designers who offer inclusive (and flattering) size options. Everything should go up to an XL or 14 or higher!

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!

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.

Adding some of my favorite gifts I gave to my bridal party, as well as things I’ve received and loved 💗 if you are ever going to spoil the girls you love the most, it might as well be on your big day!

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.

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

Wedding Day Lifesavers! (I used every single one)

Wedding stuff I loved + wedding stuff I forgot because I was in full panic mode. Don’t be me. Learn from my weddingchaos 💅

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

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.

My husband and I Eloped in Paris, this is everything you’ll need for your Elopement Abroad!

Planning a wedding with a tiny flower girl who has strong opinions about what she carries down the aisle? My four-year-old niece refused every basket I showed her until I started digging through handmade shops and found ones that actually made her squeal. Whether your little helper is picky, shy, or the type to dump petals in one dramatic toss — this list has something that fits. Save yourself the last-minute panic I went through.

Love is in the air, and the Amalfi is in the details! 🌊✨ Get ready to say ‘I do’ with a splash of coastal charm! Here’s your must-have guide to make this bridal shower as enchanting as a sunset over the Mediterranean. Buon Appetito and cheers to love!

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.

Planning an event and staring at rows of plain folding chairs that scream ‘corporate meeting’ instead of celebration? I spent weeks trying to figure out how to make rented chairs look intentional without blowing my entire decor budget. Whether you're DIYing a wedding, a baby shower, or a birthday party on a timeline, these are the sashes and ties that actually pulled it all together — took me three events and a lot of returns to narrow it down.

For all the 2026 brides-to-be, here's my list of potential welcome party dresses. I've been scouring the internet for months trying to find unique and fun dresses for the weekend!

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

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!

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

If your sister is like mine, the lucky in love Vegas theme is perfect for the bachelorette party theme! These are the hottest decorations and party favors to fit the theme

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)

Traditional guest books end up in a drawer. You know it, I know it. If you want something your wedding guests can sign that actually becomes wall art, this is the lineup I pulled together after weeks of comparing puzzles, frames, markers, and display supplies. Grab these before your RSVP deadline hits.

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.

These wedding day essentials include elegant bridal accessories, bridesmaid essentials, getting-ready items, jewelry, hair accessories, slippers, and wedding day must-haves — all budget-friendly and perfect for brides who want a beautiful, stress-free wedding.

Have you ever thought about a wedding in the Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg area? Even if you haven't here is your sign to DO IT! The views are amazing, there are endless options for entertainment from hiking, the Gatlinburg strip, The Island, Dollywood, etc. Here are some of the vendors in the area that we used and LOVED!

These venues are all located downtown, or west of Indianapolis, and I have personally attended weddings at each one on this list. I hope this helps out all of you Indy area brides!

Pro wedding dress flipper since 2016 ~ Only sharing tried and tested products ➕ Details & Tips in the CommentsI use all of the following to care for my gowns & refurbish worn dresses.Although I am a professional, these are all household-level items that perform at a professional level and can benefit you in other ways.I also try to keep things budget-friendly and cute ~ because let's be real, no one wants to put their wedding dress in an ugly overpriced bag or outdated box. Some people are SO scared of preserving, cleaning, or even steaming their wedding gowns, but with a little bit of know-how, you don't have to be! Save the bank, steam it yourself the night before your wedding. Clean at home - it's eco-friendly and cost-effective. Pack yourself for peace of mind. I hate to say it, but no one cares as much as you do about your wedding dress. Sadly, some dry cleaners don't at all.Bonus for the brave budget brides ~ BUY USED and then use these tips and tutorials on my website to bring that wedding dress back to brand new. If you're one of my lovely colorful brides, GET OUT OF HERE. Just message me, gown cleaning is on the house, I got you covered to keep that work of art prime.

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

Fun dress ideas for an impromptu wedding that bucks tradition. Lots of sparkle, short dresses and metallics.

From the "yes to the dress" spiral straight through the last dance, here's every bridal shoe and accessory I'd actually put on a bride — comfortable flats for getting ready, statement heels for the aisle, something blue for tradition, and the bags, jewelry, sunnies, and little extras that pull the whole look together. New England sentimental, Nashville practical.

Everything I purchased for DIY to make my dream wedding possible!! Invitations, wax seals, iron on vinyl & more.

Fall 2025 bride here! I’m having way too much fun dress hunting — sharing some of my faves in case they help or inspire someone too!

A curated edit of gorgeous wedding guest dresses for every dress code, season, and celebration. From romantic floral midis and chic cocktail dresses to elegant black-tie gowns, these are the styles worth bookmarking for your next wedding invitation.

✨ The Best Wedding Guest Dresses You Can Shop Now ✨ Looking for the perfect outfit to wear to your next wedding? This curated list of wedding guest dresses has you covered for every dress code and season. From chic cocktail dresses and elegant midi styles to floor-sweeping gowns and flirty floral minis, these pieces are hand-picked to make sure you look stylish, appropriate, and effortlessly put-together.

You can find anything for your upcoming wedding on this list - shoes, veils, decorations and more!

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!

With more than 200 pairs of shoes in my closet, I'd consider myself a shoe expert!! These are some of my favorites I have and a few I really want that are great for dressing up, especially for weddings.

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!

A spooky‑sweet celebration built for the bride who found her forever boo. This list pulls together all the essentials — the décor that sets the ghostly glam vibe, the outfits (yes, capes are absolutely having their moment), the playful party touches, and all the boo‑themed details that make the weekend feel fun, cohesive, and perfectly on‑theme. Think chic Halloween energy, soft neutrals, pops of black + white, and a little mischievous magic woven through every pick. It’s festive, photo‑ready, and crafted to help the bride and her Boo Crew haunt the night in style.

Would you like to be engaged, but curious on the current engagement rings trends? Check out this curated list of trending engagement rings for Summer 2025. I would always encourage you to physically try on engagement rings in person. A design may look great in a video, but take into account the shape of your fingers, the length, comfort and day to day activities.

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

Everything I used for our beautiful sage green and white wedding! Most of these images are from our wedding

Spent months watching generic wedding favors end up in trash cans at the end of every reception I attended — koozies nobody wanted, stale Jordan almonds, candles that smelled like a department store. When it was my turn to plan, I refused to waste money on stuff people ditch in the parking lot. These are the handmade favors that guests actually took home, used, and texted me about weeks later. If you're deep in wedding planning and drowning in Pinterest boards, this saves you the trial and error.

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😍

Nobody warns you that six hungry, nervous women in robes will absolutely spiral before the ceremony if you don't feed them properly. I planned a gorgeous wedding but almost forgot the morning-of fuel — cue one bridesmaid nearly fainting during photos and another snapping at the makeup artist. Took me way too long to figure out the right spread, so here's everything I'd buy again in a heartbeat.

Wedding guest dressing is an art: festive but never upstaging the bride. These 10 dresses cover every dress code — garden party to black tie — and all re-wear for other occasions. Bookmark this before wedding season hits. #weddingguestdress #weddingdresscode #guestdresses #weddingoutfit #dressguide

Every wedding season I used to panic-buy generic gift cards because nothing felt personal enough — then I started giving customized honeymoon gifts and suddenly I was the friend people actually thanked months later. If you're tired of your present ending up in a closet, this is the lineup that gets you handwritten thank-you notes. Grabbed most of these over three wedding seasons so you don't have to stress-scroll at midnight before the shower.

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.

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