Discussions by Pirate & 60s Bride

Did you take any fun or silly engagement pics? Or capture any funny bloopers on film? Show 'em! I adore Save The Dates with funny pics because it really shows a couple's personality (and it makes me...

Time to show off your wedding pics or some inspiration pics! What will (or did) your dessert table look like? We had a swanky 50/60’s themed local reception using black/white and a dash of polka dots....

Our local DIY reception was last summer but finally time to share pics… Theme: Late 50s/early 60s swanky Rat Pack nightclub. Guests were required to dress era appropriate (adorable pics but don’t want...

Where are you staying for your honeymoon: hotel, cruise ship, B&B? Why did you choose that location and that venue? Post some pics! One reason we got married at Calistoga Ranch in Napa was...

What's your style: quietly walking in, a formal announcement and entrance, or a playful march in as a couple or with your wedding party? Share some details! Post pics too, if you're already married....

TIP: Remember your wedding venue! Whether in your home town, or in a far away land, you’ll want a few gorgeous landscape photos to remember details like…the look of your venue, the weather,...

There are many linen options that can transform a wedding! For funsies, let’s say you’re having a pink wedding. Of these options, which design (not color) is your cup of tea? 1) plain satin? 2)...

I LOVE bridal bouquets! Show off yours, or an inspiration photo. How does it tie into your wedding? Our wedding colors were golds, browns and oranges—I wanted orange roses with some white freesia and...

Arguably, one of the best parts about a wedding (especially for guests)! Did you opt for brunch or dinner? Buffet, sit-down, multi-course food & wine pairing, or something else? Share your wedding...

Are you hiring any ceremony musicians—violinist, guitarist, string quartet, or your cousin who’s a famous opera singer? Inquiring minds want to know! Newlyweds…any tips for choosing musicians? Here’s...

Will you hire a DJ, band or other musicians for your wedding reception? If you already got married, do you have any tips for reception entertainment that’ll rock the house? TIP: I lost it when my...

What items did/will you rent for your décor? Which are you most excited about? Luckily for us, the venue provided cross-back chairs, farm tables, glassware, linens, and best of all—wine barrels!!! We...

I love seeing how couples transform their venue into their dream wedding! Can you share a "before" photo of your venue (pic may be in their profile page here or in Google Images/Pinterest), and then...

To help the newly engaged, WHY did you take engagement photos and WHAT did you use them for? Worth the cost? We didn't plan to do this. But hubby found a great Groupon deal so we dressed up in the...

Rope/twine décor fits soooo many wedding styles: rustic, boho, nautical, beach, country. Our pirate wedding had a lot of DIY—here’s a wine jug and unity candle I decorated (note: glue gun is freakin’...

Anyone make one? Please share! And link to your wedding photos if avail. During our planning, I cut & paste images of our venue's wine cave, items we bought, and rented decor into a Microsoft...