Wedding Planning

110 Wedding Cocktail Hour Songs for the Perfect Playlist

110 Wedding Cocktail Hour Songs for the Perfect Playlist

Get the party started with this roundup of tracks from your favorite artists....

10 months ago
120 Wedding Reception Entrance Songs Guaranteed to Start Your Party

120 Wedding Reception Entrance Songs Guaranteed to Start Your Party

Make your grand entrance extra special with one of these celebratory songs....

10 months ago
8 Hindu Engagement Traditions and Pre-Wedding Ceremonies

8 Hindu Engagement Traditions and Pre-Wedding Ceremonies

A South Asian wedding expert and event planner with over a decade of experience walks us through the key elements....

10 months ago
How to Word Your Wedding Save-the-Dates—Plus, Real Examples to Inspire Your Own Stationery

How to Word Your Wedding Save-the-Dates—Plus, Real Examples to Inspire Your Own Stationery

We're sharing etiquette advice you need no matter what type of celebration you're planning....

10 months ago
50 Day Date Ideas to Change Up Your Routine

50 Day Date Ideas to Change Up Your Routine

Date nights are far from your only option!...

10 months ago
The Golden Wedding Anniversary Marks 50 Years of Marriage—Here's How to Celebrate This Milestone

The Golden Wedding Anniversary Marks 50 Years of Marriage—Here's How to Celebrate This Milestone

Only six percent of U.S. couples reach such a number....

10 months ago
How to Name Your Signature Wedding Cocktail

How to Name Your Signature Wedding Cocktail

Come up with a creative name for this special drink....

10 months ago
10 Sweet and Meaningful Compliments to Give a Bride on Her Wedding Day

10 Sweet and Meaningful Compliments to Give a Bride on Her Wedding Day

These kind words will mean more to her than you can imagine....

10 months ago
95 Country Wedding Songs That Are All About Love

95 Country Wedding Songs That Are All About Love

Dreaming of a country party playlist? We've got the songs for you....

10 months ago
How to Play the "How Well Do You Know the Bride?" Game—Plus, 20 Sample Questions to Get You Started

How to Play the "How Well Do You Know the Bride?" Game—Plus, 20 Sample Questions to Get You Started

This activity is a must at any bridal shower or bachelorette party....

10 months ago
How to Ask Your Partner's Father for Permission to Propose

How to Ask Your Partner's Father for Permission to Propose

Plus, we share a few modern-day alternatives if this tradition isn't for you....

10 months ago
Do Parents Need to Give Their Child a Wedding Gift?

Do Parents Need to Give Their Child a Wedding Gift?

We asked three experts to weigh in on this common question....

10 months ago
5 Signs You're Being Breadcrumbed in Your Relationship—And How to Handle It, According to Therapists

5 Signs You're Being Breadcrumbed in Your Relationship—And How to Handle It, According to Therapists

This type of behavior is typically considered to be a red flag in dating....

10 months ago
A Guide to Casual Wedding Guest Attire for Men

A Guide to Casual Wedding Guest Attire for Men

An expert helps explain this, oftentimes, confusing dress code....

10 months ago
70 Mellow Wedding Prelude Songs to Play Before Your Ceremony Begins

70 Mellow Wedding Prelude Songs to Play Before Your Ceremony Begins

Set the scene with these tunes before the festivities start....

10 months ago
Your Complete Wedding-Stationery Checklist: These Are the Paper Goods You'll Need Before, During, and After Your Big Day

Your Complete Wedding-Stationery Checklist: These Are the Paper Goods You'll Need Before, During, and After Your Big Day

Keep track of every invitation, detail card, and tag via our handy checklists....

10 months ago
How to Write a Father-of-the-Groom Speech

How to Write a Father-of-the-Groom Speech

Pepper in a healthy dose of your personality and follow these general guidelines, Dad....

10 months ago
How Much Space Is Too Much Space in a Relationship?

How Much Space Is Too Much Space in a Relationship?

Alone time is important—but too much of it could be a sign that something is amiss....

10 months ago
11 Common Mother-of-the-Groom Responsibilities

11 Common Mother-of-the-Groom Responsibilities

We'll help you better understand your future mother-in-law's role in your nuptials, so you can enlist her help—and cross...

10 months ago
Here's What Women Want in a Man, According to Experts

Here's What Women Want in a Man, According to Experts

As it turns out, humor is key....

10 months ago
How to Show Your Partner You Love Them, According to an Expert

How to Show Your Partner You Love Them, According to an Expert

Hint: It's crucial that you understand their love language....

10 months ago
32 Songs to Avoid Playing at Your Wedding

32 Songs to Avoid Playing at Your Wedding

Add these songs to your do-not-play list....

10 months ago
10 Ways to Tell If a Diamond Is Real, According to Jewelers

10 Ways to Tell If a Diamond Is Real, According to Jewelers

Unsure of whether your sparkler is a synthetic? Turn to one of these methods to check....

10 months ago
8 Mistakes to Avoid If You're Proposing During the Holidays

8 Mistakes to Avoid If You're Proposing During the Holidays

It's the most joyful time of the year—and also one of the most popular for engagements....

10 months ago
44 Great Date Ideas to Keep Your Marriage Fresh

44 Great Date Ideas to Keep Your Marriage Fresh

Keep the spark alive by dating your spouse even after the big day....

10 months ago
6 Signs Your Partner Is Committed to You, According to Relationship Experts

6 Signs Your Partner Is Committed to You, According to Relationship Experts

Here's how to know if your significant other is in it for the long haul....

10 months ago
Here's What to Eat and Drink on Your Wedding Day, According to Registered Dietitians

Here's What to Eat and Drink on Your Wedding Day, According to Registered Dietitians

Three experts shares their top nutrition tips....

10 months ago
23 Things to Do When You're Single on Valentine's Day

23 Things to Do When You're Single on Valentine's Day

You don't need a date to celebrate this holiday....

10 months ago
Your $10,000 Wedding Budget: Where Should the Money Go?

Your $10,000 Wedding Budget: Where Should the Money Go?

Make your funds go as far as possible with our advice....

10 months ago
How to Leave a Toxic Relationship in 6 Steps, According to Psychologists

How to Leave a Toxic Relationship in 6 Steps, According to Psychologists

First things first: Understand that you aren't alone....

10 months ago
What to Do If Your Partner Doesn't Like Your Best Friend

What to Do If Your Partner Doesn't Like Your Best Friend

It can be a tough pill to swallow, but your boyfriend and your best friend might not get along—and that's ultimately oka...

10 months ago
When to Cut Your Hair Ahead of Your Wedding Day

When to Cut Your Hair Ahead of Your Wedding Day

Achieve your ideal length by your big day with this advice....

10 months ago
How to Ask Your Flower Girls and Ring Bearers to Be in Your Wedding Party

How to Ask Your Flower Girls and Ring Bearers to Be in Your Wedding Party

We're sharing fun proposal gift ideas for your youngest wedding party members....

10 months ago
How Many Bridesmaids Are Too Many Bridesmaids?

How Many Bridesmaids Are Too Many Bridesmaids?

Let's break this down by the numbers....

10 months ago
Is Rain on Your Wedding Day Really Good Luck?

Is Rain on Your Wedding Day Really Good Luck?

We’re breaking down this long-standing superstition....

10 months ago
How Much Alcohol Do You Need for Your Wedding?

How Much Alcohol Do You Need for Your Wedding?

Our experts break down the numbers....

10 months ago
How to Even Out Tan Lines Before Your Wedding Day

How to Even Out Tan Lines Before Your Wedding Day

Hide the evidence of a sun-filled season with these expert tips....

10 months ago
5 Japanese Wedding Traditions

5 Japanese Wedding Traditions

If you're planning a Japanese wedding, these are the important customs to keep in mind, according an expert....

10 months ago
20 Hors D’Oeuvres That Only Look Expensive, According to Top Chefs

20 Hors D’Oeuvres That Only Look Expensive, According to Top Chefs

Plus, full recipes so you can try them on your own!...

10 months ago
11 Thoughtful Ways to Thank Your Wedding Planner

11 Thoughtful Ways to Thank Your Wedding Planner

A physical gift for your wedding planner is one option—but there are a myriad of ways to express your gratitude....

10 months ago
How to Include Your Stepchildren in Your Blended Family Wedding

How to Include Your Stepchildren in Your Blended Family Wedding

Meaningfully become one big blended family with these ceremony ideas and suggested roles....

10 months ago
What Is a Spiritual Wedding Ceremony and Should You Have One?

What Is a Spiritual Wedding Ceremony and Should You Have One?

It's an ideal option for anyone who wants a subtly religious vow exchange....

10 months ago
5 Thoughtful Ways to Surprise Your Fiancé at His Bachelor Party

5 Thoughtful Ways to Surprise Your Fiancé at His Bachelor Party

Surprise your partner with a token of your love and excitement for your soon-to-be wedding....

10 months ago
8 Conversation Topics to Chat About With Your In-Laws

8 Conversation Topics to Chat About With Your In-Laws

Whoever said conversing with your in-laws had to be awkward (or boring)?...

10 months ago
16 Signs You Have a Fear of Commitment—And How to Overcome It

16 Signs You Have a Fear of Commitment—And How to Overcome It

A professional matchmaker and dating coach breaks down everything you need to know....

10 months ago
When Should Speeches Take Place During the Wedding Reception?

When Should Speeches Take Place During the Wedding Reception?

Great wedding toasts are all about timing....

10 months ago
Why We Settle for Less in Relationships—Plus, 9 Signs It's Happening to You

Why We Settle for Less in Relationships—Plus, 9 Signs It's Happening to You

A psychologist also shares when it's time to move on....

10 months ago