I'm a nerd. I love fantasy (Dragons, LOTR, Star Wars, etc.). My fiance is the same way! We will be incorporating our mutual love of dragons and LOTR in... View More
I'm a nerd. I love fantasy (Dragons, LOTR, Star Wars, etc.). My fiance is the same way! We will be incorporating our mutual love of dragons and LOTR in our wedding! It's going to be nerdy and awesome!
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September 5, 2020
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One of the first and most important questions that comes up when you start wedding planning is "who's paying?" Traditionally the parents of the bride used to foot the bill, but today many couples are...
Another place where couples have been catering to their personal preferences is dessert!! The traditional multi-tiered wedding cake is no longer a staple of every wedding reception, with cupcakes,...
The choice of ceremony venue has been switched up too! Less couples are getting married in a place of worship (just 25%!), and more couples are choosing to say "I do" in gorgeous gardens and unique...
Bridesmaids dresses are one area that's seen some major change recently! Couples have been moving away from the uniform look of an army of bridesmaids in the exact same dress (not to mention...
One of the first things you picture when someone says "wedding" is a bride in white! This tradition seems to be holding strong - we surveyed last year's couples, and 82% of them said at least one of...
Relationships have definitely changed a lot over the years!! Today's couples (on average) have dated for 2+ years, lived together, talked finances, and 35% even own a pet together! What's your...
How did you find your wedding vendors? The internet has obviously revolutionized the vendor search process, expanding your knowledge past word of mouth recommendations from friends and family to an...
Most people would say the planning doesn't start until after the proposal - but that doesn't seem to be the case with millennials! Maybe it's because we're waiting longer to tie the knot, but two out...
One tradition that doesn't seem to be going away any time soon is getting down on one knee for the proposal! Did you or your fiancé(e) get down on one knee for the proposal? Or did you try something...
One of the most important pre-proposal traditions has always been asking the bride's father for their permission... or as the tradition has (thankfully) evolved - asking your future in-laws for their...
Who picked out your engagement ring? Were you involved in the shopping process, or was it a complete surprise? Traditionally the bride had no input on her new rock, but nowadays 20% of couples pick...
What is the first holiday that you'll celebrate together as a married couple? Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years - what will it be? Thanks for telling us all about your firsts! If you missed any...
Where will you spend your first night as a married couple? On a plane to your honeymoon, in your bed, at a hotel suite? Photo from Oakland Marriott City Center in Oakland, CA Next Question: What is...
Whether it was a disagreement with your in-laws, stressing about your budget, or the 10th person who asked if they're invited to the wedding - what was your first stressful planning moment? Next...
What was the very fist venue you visited? Did it end up being the one?? Photo from B&A Warehouse in Birmingham, AL Next Question: What was your first stressful planning moment? Back to the...
What was the very first decision you made for your wedding? Was it the location, date, color scheme?? Next Question: What was the first venue you visited? Back to the Beginning: Firsts!
Who was the first person you called (or texted) after the proposal? Who did share the news with first? Photo by Captured by SP1 in Nanuet, NY Next Question: What was your first wedding decision? Back...
Whose family did you meet first? Did they meet your family first, or did you meet their's?? Photo from CK Design & Events in Jacksonville, FL Next Question: Who was the first person you shared the...
Did you plan a romantic weekend away? Did you play tourists together on an international trip and see the sights? Where did you go on your first trip together as a couple? Photo by Lavender and Love...
Who was the first person to say those 3 little words? Who said "I love you" first? Photo from Nicotra's Ballroom in Staten Island, NY Next Question: Where did you go on your first trip as a couple?...
