37 Bridal Shower Themes That Are Truly One-of-a-Kind from Martha Stewart Weddings

Are you wanting to plan a bridal shower, but aren't sure where to start? We found a great article for you! In this article from Martha Stewart Weddings, they are sharing one-of-a-kind bridal shower themes, that your bride will love! In the article they say that the planning can get easier, "Fortunately, coordinating the perfect bridal shower is made infinitely easier when you have one very important item picked out ahead of time: Your bridal shower theme." Click here to read the full article!

7 Wedding Vase Centerpieces that Double as Table Numbers from Brides.com

Are you looking for a fun way to make your table numbers stand out? In this article from Brides.com they are showing 7 ways to use vase centerpieces for your table numbers. The sea glass vase above is beautiful, what a neat idea! In the article they say, "Table numbers are an essential reception element: They are usually displayed at the center of each table to help guests locate their assigned seat. But you don't have to stick to standard table-number cards. Instead, you should use them as an opportunity to express your personalities and wedding style." Click here to read all 7 of the ideas.

Colorful Eclectic Sonoma Wedding Featured on Knotsvilla

We're so pleased that Lidia and Justin's wedding has been featured on Knotsvilla! This wedding was held at Cornerstone Sonoma, a beautiful winery in the valley. Her girls wore pastel shades that blended with the setting so gorgeously. Their beautiful photos show off all of the heartfelt details Lidia and Justin incorporated in their special day. The wood signs with gorgeous calligraphy and those incredible, handwritten table runners captured the love of the day so perfectly! Click here to see the feature!

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Photography: D. Lillian Photography | Ceremony Venue: Cornerstone Sonoma | Reception Venue: Cornerstone Sonoma | Day-of Coordination: The Poppy Group | Rentals: Encore Event Rentals | Hair: Hair and Makeup Artistry by LiAnn | Makeup: Hair and Makeup Artistry by LiAnn | Catering: Sage Catering Co. | DJ: Denon & Doyle | Calligraphy: Fine Lines Calligraphy + Designs | Photo Booth: A Flying Camera | Wedding Dress: Paloma Blanca | Groom’s Attire: Hall Madden

24 Cute Ways to Use Balloons Throughout Your Wedding on Martha Stewart Weddings

Balloons can be an event staple! Not only can they be dressed up, they are also kid friendly too. In this article from Martha Stewart Weddings, they are sharing 24 ways to use balloons at your wedding. Here are just a few ways you can use balloons, "If you want to use balloons as an accent, tie them to signage or to mark certain spaces, like the guestbook, gift, or head table. To make them a major part of your décor, consider creating a balloon wall or arch. Spruce up the standard style by filling them with confetti or purchasing them in unique patterns." Read the full article here.

Self-Care for the Seriously Stressed out Bride from Style Me Pretty

Has the wedding planning and decision making process have you stressed? Don't worry, you are not alone. Style Me Pretty is sharing an article about self-care for stressed brides and it is so good! The beginning of the article shares about wedding being a whirlwind, "Between booking a venue, managing your MIL, and all of the milestones and to-dos in between, any bride-to-be might get seriously stressed. But when all else fails (and it's ok if it does), try a few of these simple self-care tips to combat your nerves. You got this, brides!" Read the full article here.

How to Use Color to Tie Everything Together on Your Wedding Day from Style Me Pretty

Are you looking to add a pop of color to your wedding day? You can do that by using a unique color combination, a pattern, or even an accent color. In this article from Style Me Pretty, they are sharing multiple ways to use a color to tie your wedding together. In the article, they talk about how a color can tell a story, "Adding your colors to the ceremony and reception in all design elements, down to the smallest details, is a perfect strategy for making your wedding and reception unique and memorable. " Read more about using color on your wedding day here.

13 Valentine's Day Wedding Ideas to Send Your Heart Aflutter from Brides.com

Does the lovers' holiday have your heart? If you are looking to have a romantic Valentine's Day wedding then this article from Brides.com is for you! In it, they are sharing 13 wedding ideas for a perfect Valentine's Day wedding. They say that a wedding on Valentine's Day is the, "perfect occasion to embrace your romantic side with a feminine lace dress and a crimson lip. Your guests can enjoy romantic cocktails and sweet treats. And when it comes to decor, think red roses and heart-shaped signage. Planning to get hitched in mid-February? Here, some Valentine's Day wedding ideas that are sure to send your heart a flutter." Click here, to head over to the full article to see all the ideas.

7 Annoying Wedding Planning Tasks to Get Over With ASAP from the WeddingWire

Have you found a few wedding tasks annoying? You are not alone! While some are magical, like dress shopping with your girls, some are just boring. In this article written by Wedding Wire, they are sharing the most tedious and frustrating wedding tasks to get over with quickly. One example is, "Thinking about rounding up all their names and addresses into a living document that must be kept vigilantly up to date over the next year or so? Nightmare (for most of us, anyway). Still, the wedding wouldn’t be a wedding without guests (it’d be an elopement, which is totally an option, by the way), so you’d best get to the guest list sooner than later, because it’s a necessary evil." Read about the other 6 tips and how to check them off your list quickly, here.

These Are the 5 Things You Should Never Ask Your Bridesmaids to Do from Martha Stewart Weddings

Bridesmaid etiquette is a thing, but so is etiquette from the bride to her bridesmaids. In this post from Martha Stewart Weddings, they are sharing top things that a bride should never ask their bridesmaids to do. The first tip is not asking your bridesmaid to take on unrealistic tasks, "Although bridesmaids will be asked to handle various responsibilities throughout the planning process, they shouldn't be expected to take on extremely time-consuming jobs." Read the next four tips here.

Engagement Party Planning 101 on The Knot

Are you thinking of hosting an engagement party, but not sure where to start? Check out this post from TheKnot, all about engagement party planning. In the article, they explain the three reasons you should be hosting an engagement party, "to share the news of your imminent union with future wedding guests, to introduce your families to each other and to celebrate the impending, well, celebration." Read more in their post here.

Wedding Decor Upgrades to Skip, If You're On A Budget on Brides.com

Are you feeling like you are truley struggling with having everything perfect for your wedding, but also making your budget? Look no further! This article from Brides.com talks about 7 wedding decor upgrades that are not worth it when you are on a budget. They say. "There are certain décor items that, while lovely and totally drool-worthy, won't necessarily make or break your big day, yet they could break that budget." Read the full article here.

13 Wedding Trends to Watch for in 2018, According to Planners from Martha Stewart Weddings

Are you ready to see some wedding trends to watch for this year? We are so excited to share this article from Martha Stewart Weddings that share 13 wedding trends to be on the look out for. We are so excited for some fresh ideas for the new year! Read here for all the trends. 

13 Wedding Tips for Throwing A Fun New Year's Eve Wedding on InStyle

We are so excited to share that our co-founder, Amy Nichols, was featured in the InStyle post titled, "13 Wedding Tips for Throwing A Fun New Year's Eve Wedding". Amy talks about being in the holiday cheer by, "[serving up] some holiday-style drinks to help keep the holiday spirit." Read about more tips here. 

Winter Cocktail Recipes from The Knot

This article says, "Bring out the best of the winter season at your cold-weather wedding with these festive, cozy cocktails!" That is exactly what they are doing! In this article from The Knot, they are sharing 6 winter wedding cocktail recipes that will surely wow your guests and even warm them up! Check out the full article here.

25 Unique Winter Wedding Ideas on Bridal Musings

Are you looking for some winter wedding inspiration? Look no further! This article from Bridal Musings shows you 25 unique ideas for a winter wedding. In the article they say, "It’s the most romantic time of the year, filled with hot drinks, cosy evenings, tasty treats and festive decor. And such a special season to have your wedding." Read the full article here.

How to Throw a Wedding Without the Ceremony

Are you wanting a small wedding and no reception? Do you keep putting off your reception? In this InStyle article, they are chatting with wedding planners who share how to have a wedding without the ceremony. Our founder Amy Nichols was featured where she shares about having a dessert-only get together, after you tie the knot. Read more ways here.

20 Single Flower Bouquets to Love on StyleMePretty

Changing seasons, changing trends, changing colors, there is so much change in flowers to choose for your bouquet. That is where this article from StyleMePretty comes in. If you are looking to simplify your life, here is a solution for your bouquet, only choose one flower! Check out the full blog post here, that shows photos of 20 gorgeous single-flower bouquets.

Do You Need A Wedding Planner from theeverylastdetail.com

Are you thinking that a wedding planner is a fantasy, or that you don't need one? In this article from theeverylastdetail.com, the author outlines scenarios and why a wedding planner is a good investment. She say's, "Yes my friends- you NEED a wedding planner, you DESERVE a wedding planner, and you should have a wedding planner. Every engaged couple NEEDS a wedding planner.  Planning a wedding is stressful, and no one should have to have any additional amount of stress than what they already have!" Read the full article here. 

How to Host a (Tasteful) Cocktail-Centric Wedding from Brides.com

Are you looking to host a cocktail-centric wedding reception? It could definitely be a crowd pleaser! In this article from Brides.com, the author writes, "Some might read that and picture an overindulgent open bar and guests performing an overzealous rendition of "YMCA," but a true cocktail-focused reception celebrates the ways wine and spirits can bring people—and couples—together." Read the full article here.

Wedding Color Trends for 2018 from magnetStreet

Are you working on planning your wedding for 2018? Have you decided on a color scheme yet? If not, or you are looking for more colors to incorporate, this article from magnentStreet is for you! Check out all the gorgeous trendy themes for 2018. Mix and match the colors, plus get some pretty wedding decor ideas! Read the full article here.