You just got engaged, are getting excited to start wedding planning and finally put together your wedding budget. You probably thought about all the big things you'll have to pay for, but what about some of the smaller items that will add up? Here are some wedding costs you may have not included in your budget. Postage Stamps You'll need stamps to mail your wedding save the dates, invitations and RSVP's. It may not seem like a big deal, but if you have bulkier invitations, th

Fun wedding seating charts are all the hype right now. You've probably seen lots of different ones on Etsy and TikTok lately. With the ongoing COVID pandemic, seating charts are more important than ever. Here's some fun ones you can DIY! Picture Frame Buy a giant picture frame, an easel stand and printable seating chart plans for this easy DIY seating chart. It's also super inexpensive to make! Window Panes Grab an old window and write your seating chart directly on it wit

We know, it feels like a lifetime ago when things were "normal". With the rise of the Delta variant, it is important to be on top of all the precautions you'll need to think about when planning your wedding. Have a Health & Safety Plan We encourage you to have some sort of plan in place when getting married during this unknown time. Talk to your wedding vendors about local mandates and restrictions that may currently be in place. You'll want to discuss wedding count, masks, l

Your budget is important! What’s important to you will show in where you spend your budget. Here’s a suggested guide to help you breakdown costs as you plan. 40% Venue, Catering & Rentals Half of your budget will go towards renting out your venue, hiring a catering company and renting out all items from chairs to dinnerware. Sometimes, a cake could also be included in this chunk as well. 15% Decor Your decor budget includes bouquets, flower arrangements, ceremony and receptio

September is one of those months where you can't decide if you should still be celebrating summer or breaking out those fall decorations. The same thing goes if you have your wedding planned for a September date. You can really go either which way with your color scheme/decorations during this month. You can go for bright summery colors, subtle fall colors or even go for something in-bewteen. The Weather Depending on where you live, by the end of September it might be startin

Wedding Favors - Yes or No? Many people decide to give out wedding favors, and many do not. So the question is, is it totally necessary? It is said that party favors are not necessary like they once were. It’s your big day so it’s ultimately up to you! When you're deciding if you want to do wedding favors, ask yourself these specific questions: Do I feel like it will make my big day better? Does my budget allow for it? Do I have time to add this to my list with the several o

Let's face it, that traditional guest book at your welcome table at your wedding is going to get missed by guests and then it will sit in a box in your attic for the next forty years. No worries, there are so many other fun ways to have your guests sign something so you will always remember who was there to support you and your significant other on your big day. Sign a Heart Have your guests each sign a heart and drop it into a frame. After your wedding day, you can set this

If your wedding is coming up chances are you have an event or two to attend to celebrate you and your significant other before the big day! So the question is - how many white dresses/white outfits is too many?! We promise to give you all the excuses to buy as many as your heart desires. Remember, you'll never get this special time of your life back. Might as well make it count! Engagement Picture Dress Of course you can buy a new white dress for your engagement pictures! Y

Trying to find ways to make your wedding one to remember for your guests? The answer - lawn games! If your wedding venue has a large outdoor space this idea would be perfect. Lawn games are a fabulous way for guests to have even more fun at your wedding. If you are a DIY type of person, you can make your own lawn games to your liking or you can buy stuff that is already personalized! Here are some perfect yard game ideas we love! Corn Hole A game of corn hole can really be pe

The circular arch has grown in popularity with brides over the years. It’s a beautiful accent and backdrop as the bride and groom say ‘I do!’. Inspired, by one of our most recent brides DIY skillz, here’s a step-by-step guide on how you can make your own floral circular wedding arch. Lady Grey Photography 1. Buy a Plain Gold Circular Arch Start by purchasing some type of circular arch . It doesn't have to be anything too fancy since you are going to jazz it up. Once it arr