It’s a rare wedding that happens these days without being documented across social media. Photos are uploaded to Facebook and Instagram, friends and guests use Twitter to send messages of congratulations or liveblog the big day.
You could ask your guests not to do so — but let’s not kids ourselves, they’ll probably do it anyway. If you want to keep track of all the posts, the best way to do this is with a handy hashtag.
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Rustic weddings have been popular for a while and the trend for country chic is not going away. Where once brides and grooms dreamt of luxurious hotels, these days it is all about hay bales.
Barns are popular venues, as are farm houses. Barns are in fact so much in demand that they outstrip reception halls in terms of popularity. In certain locales, farmers and landowners are cashing in on the trend by re-purposing their barns and giving their property a spit and polish to appeal to the wedding market. Some have found a lucrative revenue source by adding “glamping” facilities so that guests can have the country experience without any of the inconvenience!
Getting married is a big deal. Think about it — you are choosing a person with whom to spend your life. That’s not a decision that should be taken lightly.
We all know that there are people who do. These people enter into marriage with the idea that if it doesn’t work out they can always get a divorce. This is definitely the wrong mindset to have. Granted, you may not know what spouse will be like in twenty years time, but if you are not getting married “for better or for worse” then why exactly are you?
Think about this carefully: why are you getting married? You’ll probably answer because you are in love.
But why else? If it is one of the following reasons, we strongly recommend getting counselling before heading down the aisle.
If you are getting married in 2023, you’ll be keen to know what next year’s wedding trends look set to be. That way you can either decide to do them — or avoid them! Being on trend can be a double-edged sword. On the one hand, you want your wedding to have wow factor, and new trends can give you that. On the other, if you are attending a few weddings as a guest or if you are getting married towards the latter part of the year you don’t want your wedding to look old hat. Hmmm…. Tricky! Here’s what to expect from weddings in 2023.
The 2023 American Wedding Study was recently released and there were some very interesting findings.
For one thing, engaged couples are far more likely to spend their own money to get the wedding of their dreams. Just under two-thirds either pay for the wedding themselves or contribute money towards it.
Because of their financial and personal involvement, couples want a wedding to reflect their personalities. Couples are turning to the media, both traditional and online, to look for inspiration. 72 percent turns to Pinterest and just over a third check out Instagram for ideas.
It may surprise you to hear, but the post-wedding blues are fairly common. You might think couples would be glad to be finished with the stress of planning their big day and many are, but others find themselves at a bit of a loss after all the frantic decision making, excitement and attention.
If you are the kind of person who gets a bit down after Christmas or a holiday, then it is possible you will suffer from the post-wedding blues too. However, we have 8 tips to help you get over the hump. Here they are!
If you are feeling sad, talk to your new spouse about it. He or she might feel the same way. Be sure to stress that you are not unhappy to be married, but that it is the build-up to the wedding that you’re missing.
There’s no escaping the fact that summer is over. As a Stark might put it… Winter is coming.
While the warmer months are more popular for tying the knot, winter weddings are catching up.
One particularly significant reason why is that it is possible to hire venues at a reduced rate as long as your wedding is not too close to the holiday season. If you are planning on getting hitched in the colder months, we’ve got you covered — even if your dress doesn’t! Here’s a round up of the trends from the recent 2017 Bridal Week.
Weddings, like everything else, have trends. Thanks to the iPhone this year is all about rose gold. It’s on frock, favors, and just about everywhere. And somewhat more surprisingly, the donut wall is the latest cool trend.
We’re not sure how we feel about this…
One the one hand, donuts are delicious. And a person sure gets hungry between the ceremony and the meal.
On the other hand, you never know you might do an Ariana Grande and lick them. Plus, depending on where you are, flies and other insects could be a problem. Ditto with children. If there are many kids are your wedding, neither you nor their parents want them hopped up on sugar.
Giving gifts can be a hard task. That’s particularly true for weddings. If a couple has a registry then sure, finding something they like is easy — but only if you can afford it. Unfortunately some couples treat a registry like a lottery and load it with expensive items. At other times, you don’t get round to shopping before all the registry gifts have been bought. Some couples prefer cash — hey, everyone appreciates money! That can be tricky, especially if you are on a budget.
We have all read horror stories of couples writing nasty notes complaining about gifts or the size of the cash donation they received. The truth is, nobody you invite to your wedding has to give you anything but their company. Gifts are customary, sure, but they are not obligatory.
Having said that, some gifts are just plain odd. We’ve rounded by some of the strangest ones received by couples on their wedding day.
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There you are… all dressed up in your wedding glad rags, looking happily in love and smiling for the camera and someone — or something — comes along and ruins the shot. We’ve found some of the funniest. Here they are!
1. A bride, a groomer and a naked swimmer — well, at least he is wearing a watch. That’s something — right?
Everybody has an opinion on marriage… and celebrities are not shy about sharing their. We’ve rounded up fifteen of the funniest, best and most inspirational celebrity quotes about marriage.
Before you marry a person, you should first make them use a computer with slow Internet to see who they really are.
Will Ferrell
Marriage is not just spiritual communion, it is also remembering to take out the trash.
Dr Joyce Brothers
The key to staying together is making sure you guys like each other and need each other.
Chris Rock
Are you considering a destination wedding? Destination weddings have a lot to recommend them. They are often cheaper than marrying at home; you’re likely to have fewer guests, making an intimate and budget-friendly wedding easier to achieve; and you’ve got the honeymoon and wedding all in one, again saving money, but also stress.
Mexico, Jamaica, and the Bahamas are the most popular spots for destination weddings, but Iceland, Canada and Italy are quickly gaining ground as couples look of something different. Let’s have a brief look at what’s on offer in each of these locales.
The Bahamas may be the closest thing to Paradise on earth. What’s so great about it? Well, there are 700 islands surrounded by warm, clear water perfect for scuba and snorkeling along with pristine beaches. There are also has ancient ruins; markets; spas; world-class dining and much more. The Bahamas offers both high-end luxury resorts as well as more intimate venues off the beaten track. Plus this island group is just a short plane ride from Miami.