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Chloe
Chloe

Mother of one beautiful baby boy, Fine Artist of most art mediums and Fiance to a wonderful man and father.

Happily married 🎉

September 1, 2019

1726days 7hrs

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Lynnie
Footing the Bill: Modern or Traditional?
Lynnie, on April 23, 2019 at 11:17 AM

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...

Julija, Aug 5, 2022 143
Lynnie
Dessert: Modern or Traditional?
Lynnie, on April 23, 2019 at 11:17 AM

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,...

Julija, Aug 5, 2022 127
Lynnie
Ceremony Venue: Modern or Traditional?
Lynnie, on April 23, 2019 at 11:18 AM

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...

Julija, Aug 5, 2022 119
Lynnie
Bridesmaids Dresses: Modern or Traditional?
Lynnie, on April 23, 2019 at 11:05 AM

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...

Julija, Aug 5, 2022 145 1
Lynnie
Wedding Attire: Modern or Traditional?
Lynnie, on April 23, 2019 at 11:05 AM

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...

Julija, Aug 5, 2022 118
Lynnie
Living Situation: Modern or Traditional?
Lynnie, on April 23, 2019 at 11:05 AM

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...

Julija, Aug 5, 2022 129
Lynnie
Vendor Recommendations: Modern or Traditional?
Lynnie, on April 23, 2019 at 11:05 AM

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...

Julija, Aug 5, 2022 102
Lynnie
Planning Timeline: Modern or Traditional?
Lynnie, on April 23, 2019 at 11:05 AM

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...

Julija, Aug 5, 2022 119 1
Lynnie
Proposal: Modern or Traditional?
Lynnie, on April 23, 2019 at 11:05 AM

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...

Rosalie, Dec 7, 2022 129
Lynnie
Parental Permission: Modern or Traditional?
Lynnie, on April 23, 2019 at 11:05 AM

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...

Katlyn, Apr 19, 2023 170
Lynnie
Ring Shopping: Modern or Traditional?
Lynnie, on April 23, 2019 at 11:05 AM

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...

Alessia, Dec 16, 2022 181
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