Weddings are one of the most beautiful and most financially draining days most couples will have in their lifetime. Although civil weddings tend to cost less than religious weddings, licenses can still run up to $115 and only go up from there when the honeymoon and other wedding events are considered.  Using my tips below, you can … Read more →

It’s that time of the year again; one of your acquaintances or close friends is getting married, and they invited you to their civil wedding at the courthouse.   Having been to my fair share of weddings, I agree that choosing what to wear to this long and often socially complicated event isn’t always easy. Here … Read more →

Wine and weddings. The two go together better than peanut butter and jelly. Couple this amazing combination with breathtaking vineyard views, and it’s no wonder why many couples choose to tie the knot at a winery. You received the invitation and your RSVP is already in the mail. Next comes the question, “What to wear … Read more →

All’s fair in love and wedding venue war, or whatever John Lyly wrote. Battling my bridezilla blues to masterfully secure the most extravagant venue tends to bring me to incredible locations. Prices overwhelm me, but I need to know how to negotiate a wedding venue. I called an orchard once after reading about their prices … Read more →

Wedding days often go by in a frenzied blur ‒ at least mine did. It made that airport security checkpoint mad dash we all do to empty our pockets and remove our shoes seem almost tranquil and relaxing in comparison. Time is more valuable than a hard drive full of Bitcoin on a wedding day … Read more →

A friend got married not too long ago, and even though she didn’t do a garter toss at her reception, I still made her a personalized garter for her hip flask. If you are getting married or know someone who is, you might want to know how to make wedding garters. They are straightforward to make … Read more →

When I got married, I stayed organized by keeping a very long, very detailed list of everything that had to be done. That list included the dress, the tux, the food, the venue – and, well, a lot more! As with any bride, there were small details that struck me throughout the planning process. The … Read more →

The exact history of when wedding rehearsals came to be is hard to pin down, but they are largely considered an important part of weddings today. Primarily an American tradition, wedding rehearsals and the rehearsal dinner are essentially a run-through of the ceremony, ending with a smaller, more intimate celebration in the form of a … Read more →

Gypsy wedding dresses are flamboyant, eye-catching, and luxurious. They often have bedazzled bodices and massive, flowing skirts that always manage to take my breath away. There is nothing understated about these dresses; they make any bride feel like a fairytale princess. But just how much is a Gypsy wedding dress? Price Range and Factors Extravagant Gypsy wedding dresses can … Read more →

Weddings are often considered to be one of the most magical nights of a person’s life. However, creating all the magic can be a costly ordeal. As a result, many people have begun to utilize the DIY, or “do it yourself,” method of wedding planning for part or all of their process. Wedding invitations are … Read more →