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Changing Your Name: 6 Easy Steps

by Nicole on 05.20.2013

One thing people always ask me about — or seem to be somewhat unaware about — is how to change your name after the big day. There is a lot of information out there, and even services that will take care of the name change for you, but frankly, it’s not as hard as everyone [...]

Hiatus

by Nicole on 05.15.2013

Regular readers may have noticed a lack of posts over the past few days (sorry, ladies!), so I wanted to write a brief post to let you all know that I’m on a bit of a hiatus this week. After traveling all week last week and again this week, I’ve decided to give myself a [...]

Create Unique Wedding & Home DIY Projects with the Kinkajou Bottle Cutter

by Nicole on 05.09.2013

I think you all already know how much I love DIY projects – for my wedding and now for my home. I especially love DIY projects that translate from the wedding to the home, which is why I’m loving the Kinkajou bottle cutter! The Kinkajou helps you recycle your used soda, beer and wine bottles. [...]

The Secret to a Long, Happy Marriage: 14 Tips from Happily Married Couples

by Nicole on 05.07.2013

Lately, I’ve noticed more and more 20+ year marriages ending in divorce – my parents and many of my friends’ parents included. The statistics are staggering; over the past 20 years, the divorce rate among baby boomers has increased by more than 50%, even as divorce rates overall have stabilized nationally. As a newlywed, it’s [...]

Boho Chic Wedding Inspiration

by Nicole on 05.06.2013

There are lots of great wedding trends this year, but one has really been catching my eye lately: bohemian chic! Laid-back brides looking to channel a boho chic vibe for their big day will love some of this gorgeous eye candy… {Photo credits from top left: Entertainment.ie, Katie Neal Photo on 100 Layer Cake, Sarah Gawler on Love My Dress, [...]

{Infographic} 2013 Bachelorette Party Trends

by Alison on 05.02.2013

Move over strippers — turns out spending time with friends is the best part about a bachelorette party! That’s just one of the interesting tidbits of information revealed in this infographic from TheHouseofBachelorette.com. They’re also sharing the hottest trends in bachelorette party themes and destinations for 2013, as well as spending data for brides and [...]

5 Reasons to Hire a Day-of Coordinator

by Nicole on 05.01.2013

Like many of you, I planned my wedding under a pretty tight budget. However, there’s one vendor that I highly encourage all brides hire: a day-of coordinator! While it may seem like an easy place to save in the budget, the sanity a day-of coordinator will save you is seriously invaluable. Here are a few [...]

Spring Inspired Accessories for the Entire Bridal Party

by Guest Blogger on 04.30.2013

Hi guys! Today, I’m thrilled to bring you a great guest post from Alyssa Ennis! Alyssa is a bridal-savvy blogger and avid DIY-er living in the Seattle area. Through her work as a professional wedding photographer, Alyssa has developed a keen eye for both classic wedding styles and modern-day trends (though she tends to gravitate [...]

{DIY} A Fresh Take on Wedding Cake: Driscoll’s Strawberry Cake

by Nicole on 04.29.2013

Love strawberries? Looking for a fresh new idea for a show-stopping cake? Then you’ll adore this stunning strawberry cake from Driscoll’s! This stunning cake designed by Tara Wilson of Tara Wilson Events is delicious, adds a fresh pop of color and can be used to add a burst of fresh berry goodness to your dessert table. Dressed up [...]

7 Questions to Ask Potential Wedding Photographers

by Nicole on 04.25.2013

In my opinion, your wedding photographer is one of the most important wedding vendors you’ll hire. After all, aside from the marriage itself, the rings and maybe a dried bouquet, your wedding photos are some of the only tangible things you’ll have after the big day. They’re what you’ll use to remember the most important day of [...]

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