Tips for Writing Traditional Wedding Vows

Whether you are a groom to-be, bride-to-be, or the mother of the bride or groom, it’s important to understand that the actual wedding vows represent the true ‘heart and soul’ of any wedding.  As such, these words require deep thought, which makes the process of finding the perfect words a great opportunity to solicit feedback […]

3 Reasons to Ditch the Wedding Head Table

Let me say this right off the bat – I really do not like the concept of a wedding head table.  Having the happy couple and the bridal party sit at their own special table front and center for everyone to observe is not my idea of special treatment.  I don’t know, maybe it’s me, […]

Mother of the Bride Speech Tips

Although a mother of the bride speech is not traditionally given at a wedding reception, there are some situations where this is warranted.  For example, if the bride’s father is unavailable or has passed away, or is simply too shy for public speaking, then the speech-giving burden will logically fall on the mother of the […]

The Wedding Photo Booth Trend

More and more couples are opting to rent a wedding photo booth for their reception in an effort to add an extra flair of fun and excitement to their big day.  I really like this trend a lot.  For most wedding guests, photo booths are irresistible – they are nostalgic and provide extra opportunities for […]

3 Tips for Getting Along with Your New Mother-in-Law

If you are getting married in the near future, there’s a good chance your head is probably spinning right about now.  Between the wedding reception logistics, invitations, registry, transportation arrangements, cake, DJ, and everything else, it’s a lot to manage.  Yes, I know your plate is full, but there is one other thing that you […]