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COVID-19, sometimes referred to as Coronavirus, was first confirmed in the United States in January, but it didn't take long to be the number one topic of conversation and news. Since then, it's affected nearly every aspect of life, from what businesses are open to how close you can be to someone in the checkout line. However, these guidelines on social distancing and restrictions on gatherings have also created a huge issue when it comes to weddings.
With venues closing, vendors having to pause their businesses, and travel no longer recommended, many people have had to postpone their weddings. If you're one of those couples who have had to accept that the wedding can't go off as planned, here are nine tips to help you get through this challenging time.
1. Be flexible
The changes COVID-19 has brought to society are unprecedented, and the truth is that no one really knows how to handle this time — including vendors and wedding locations. While postponing your wedding seems simple enough — just move the dates, right? — you might find that when you go to reschedule, the new date you want isn't available.
If you were hoping for a summer wedding, you might have to take December, and a Saturday afternoon wedding might end up happening on a Wednesday evening. If you don't want to have to wait another year — or even two — to get married, you'll have to be flexible on some aspects. Of your big day. And remember that it's an option to wait. If you've dreamed of a spring wedding with a pastel palette your entire life or you absolutely must get married in your partner's childhood church, pushing the wedding to 2021 could be worth it.
2. Consider going digital
Some couples affected by the ongoing crisis have opted to do the ceremony online and livestream it to friends and family. That being said, even if you don’t want to do your ceremony online, related events, such as bridesmaid's proposals — can continue digitally.
If you want to ask your BFF to be by your side when the time is right, you could still make it special by mailing her a bottle of champagne with a note on the outside that says to FaceTime you before opening the box. You may also be able to take advantage of online ordering for things that aren't date-dependent, such as supplies, favors, and decor items.
3. Communicate as much as possible
While it's normal to want to wait until you have all the details to talk to guests, the more you can keep them in the loop, the better. As soon as you know the wedding is going to be postponed, let everyone know. It's tempting to put up a banner on your wedding website or send out a mass text or email, but a personal touch goes a long way during times like these. If at all possible, call your guests personally to let them know the wedding has been postponed. If you have a large guest list, consider enlisting family members or the bridal party/groomsmen to help out.
4. Ask if deposits can be negotiated
Under normal circumstances, when you postpone your wedding, you forfeit your deposit. But because COVID-19 related cancellations are forced, it might be worth trying to negotiate. Look carefully at your paperwork to see if there is specific wording around cancellations and refunds, and it never hurts to ask. Many vendors are losing a lot of business with the restrictions on social gatherings, and they may be willing to hold your deposit and put it toward your new date rather than risking another cancellation.
5. Decide if you need to adjust the guest list
Depending on your circumstances and what happens with your reschedule, you may find that you need to take another look at the guest list. Maybe you're being forced to go to another venue because your first pick doesn't have anything available on your new date, and that means you can only invite 100 guests instead of 300. Or maybe your job has been affected by the closures and you need to make budget cuts to the wedding that mean no plus ones.
If any of this is the case, make sure to let guests know when you send out change the dates. If you have to uninvite people, briefly explain why, and consider scheduling a get-together after the wedding for everyone to celebrate.
On the flip side, you may want to extend invitations to friends and family who had to RSVP "No" to the first date. If they weren't able to attend due to a scheduling conflict, they may be happy to be a part of your big day now.
6. Start thinking about a new date
Once you postpone the wedding, the decision-making isn't done. While it may seem counterintuitive to pick out another date just as the first one's been cancelled, the bottom line is that everyone is having to postpone, and that means the next few months are going to book up fast. It might be helpful to have a few possibilities that you're okay with. If your second choice isn't available, you can move right to the next without having to rediscuss.
7. Send out change the dates
Once you have all the details on the postponement and new date settled, it's time to send out change the dates. These postcards are surging in popularity right along with the number of cancellations and are basically another version of the popular save the date card. They're quick and easy to send out, and they let your guests know as quickly as possible that things are changing. They're designed to give guests the initial heads up for planning purposes. You'll still need to follow up with guests personally and send out more formal invitations once you get closer to the wedding.
Having to postpone your wedding for any reason is stressful, but when it's because of a pandemic, it adds a whole new level of chaos. While you're working to get everything straightened out and a new date lined up, consider more tips and ideas for planning your wedding from our archives.
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COVID-19, sometimes referred to as Coronavirus, was first confirmed in the United States in January, but it didn't take long to be the number one topic of conversation and news. Since then, it's affected nearly every aspect of life, from what businesses are open to how close you can be to someone in the checkout line. However, these guidelines on social distancing and restrictions on gatherings have also created a huge issue when it comes to weddings.
With venues closing, vendors having to pause their businesses, and travel no longer recommended, many people have had to postpone their weddings. If you're one of those couples who have had to accept that the wedding can't go off as planned, here are nine tips to help you get through this challenging time.
1. Be flexible
The changes COVID-19 has brought to society are unprecedented, and the truth is that no one really knows how to handle this time — including vendors and wedding locations. While postponing your wedding seems simple enough — just move the dates, right? — you might find that when you go to reschedule, the new date you want isn't available.
If you were hoping for a summer wedding, you might have to take December, and a Saturday afternoon wedding might end up happening on a Wednesday evening. If you don't want to have to wait another year — or even two — to get married, you'll have to be flexible on some aspects. Of your big day. And remember that it's an option to wait. If you've dreamed of a spring wedding with a pastel palette your entire life or you absolutely must get married in your partner's childhood church, pushing the wedding to 2021 could be worth it.
2. Consider going digital
Some couples affected by the ongoing crisis have opted to do the ceremony online and livestream it to friends and family. That being said, even if you don’t want to do your ceremony online, related events, such as bridesmaid's proposals — can continue digitally.
If you want to ask your BFF to be by your side when the time is right, you could still make it special by mailing her a bottle of champagne with a note on the outside that says to FaceTime you before opening the box. You may also be able to take advantage of online ordering for things that aren't date-dependent, such as supplies, favors, and decor items.
3. Communicate as much as possible
While it's normal to want to wait until you have all the details to talk to guests, the more you can keep them in the loop, the better. As soon as you know the wedding is going to be postponed, let everyone know. It's tempting to put up a banner on your wedding website or send out a mass text or email, but a personal touch goes a long way during times like these. If at all possible, call your guests personally to let them know the wedding has been postponed. If you have a large guest list, consider enlisting family members or the bridal party/groomsmen to help out.
4. Ask if deposits can be negotiated
Under normal circumstances, when you postpone your wedding, you forfeit your deposit. But because COVID-19 related cancellations are forced, it might be worth trying to negotiate. Look carefully at your paperwork to see if there is specific wording around cancellations and refunds, and it never hurts to ask. Many vendors are losing a lot of business with the restrictions on social gatherings, and they may be willing to hold your deposit and put it toward your new date rather than risking another cancellation.
5. Decide if you need to adjust the guest list
Depending on your circumstances and what happens with your reschedule, you may find that you need to take another look at the guest list. Maybe you're being forced to go to another venue because your first pick doesn't have anything available on your new date, and that means you can only invite 100 guests instead of 300. Or maybe your job has been affected by the closures and you need to make budget cuts to the wedding that mean no plus ones.
If any of this is the case, make sure to let guests know when you send out change the dates. If you have to uninvite people, briefly explain why, and consider scheduling a get-together after the wedding for everyone to celebrate.
On the flip side, you may want to extend invitations to friends and family who had to RSVP "No" to the first date. If they weren't able to attend due to a scheduling conflict, they may be happy to be a part of your big day now.
6. Start thinking about a new date
Once you postpone the wedding, the decision-making isn't done. While it may seem counterintuitive to pick out another date just as the first one's been cancelled, the bottom line is that everyone is having to postpone, and that means the next few months are going to book up fast. It might be helpful to have a few possibilities that you're okay with. If your second choice isn't available, you can move right to the next without having to rediscuss.
7. Send out change the dates
Once you have all the details on the postponement and new date settled, it's time to send out change the dates. These postcards are surging in popularity right along with the number of cancellations and are basically another version of the popular save the date card. They're quick and easy to send out, and they let your guests know as quickly as possible that things are changing. They're designed to give guests the initial heads up for planning purposes. You'll still need to follow up with guests personally and send out more formal invitations once you get closer to the wedding.
Having to postpone your wedding for any reason is stressful, but when it's because of a pandemic, it adds a whole new level of chaos. While you're working to get everything straightened out and a new date lined up, consider more tips and ideas for planning your wedding from our archives.
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Winter weddings have so much going for them!
There's no doubt that summer, spring, and fall are the hottest seasons to throw a wedding. And poor winter ... the underdog, the underrated cold-filled season ... but full of so much promise! While lots of couples choose to get married in the warmer months of the year, a magical winter wedding has tons of amazing advantages.
From the festivities of the holidays and hot drinks by the fireplace to Hallmark movie marathons and sparkling freshly-fallen snow—who wouldn't want to have a winter wonderland wedding that plays off the ambiance? If you're on the fence about this, scroll on to check out our five fabulous advantages of having a winter wedding.
1. Less Competition
Have your heart set on a particular reception hall or photographer? Winter weddings are far less common, which means you'll probably be able to snag that highly coveted venue or wedding vendor that you've been dreaming of. And since their schedule is likely to be pretty open, you won't have to settle for a less-than-ideal wedding date (such as a Friday, which can be hard for guests that work). Less competition, more freedom of choice—it's a winter wedding win-win!
2. Lower Prices
Are you a bride on a budget? A white winter wedding can save you lots of green. Because December through February is such a slow season for wedding vendors, many of them offer discounts or are willing to negotiate prices. You can save a lot of cash once you add up your savings on a DJ, florist, bakery, dress shop, etc. You can then either pocket those savings, or re-invest them into other wedding items, like decor, apparel, and accessories. Spend less, get more...another winter wedding win for the couple.
3. Fun Decor & Accessories
Winter has so many themes and motifs that you can weave into your wedding day. You can go cute with snowflakes, pinecones, and a hot cocoa/cider station at the reception. Or, you could create sophisticated romance with a palette of merlot, black, and ivory. To stay cozy and warm, you can drape yourself in elegant cover-ups and accessories. Stay fashionably warm with some faux fur ear muffs and hand warmers—or accessorize you and your bridesmaids' dresses with cute plaid wraps.
4. Beautiful Photo Ops
For unique wedding photos, just step outdoors! Winter is such a beautiful, romantic, and unique time of year. From snow dancing down to the the ground and blanketing the landscape, to frost dusted over tree branches, winter offers plenty of opportunities for stunning wedding photography. An added bonus? No fears of looking sweaty or having your makeup melt under the hot summer sun! And if your cheeks get a little rosy...well, that will just add to the beauty and romance of your wedding photos.
5. Unique & Memorable Experience for You and Your Guests
Because winter weddings are far less common, simply having your wedding in the winter will make it very unique and memorable. You and your wedding guests attend so many weddings (which mostly fall in the warmer months) throughout your lives, so having a winter wedding will be something fun and different for everyone involved. Plus there are so many elements of the season that add uniqueness to your event—wintery color palettes, blankets over guests' chairs, snow, and twinkling holiday lights that will create lots of dreamy memories.
There is so much to love about throwing a winter wedding! From less stress over the weather to better venue rates, winter weddings have a lot going for them. Happy planning!
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Winter weddings have so much going for them!
There's no doubt that summer, spring, and fall are the hottest seasons to throw a wedding. And poor winter ... the underdog, the underrated cold-filled season ... but full of so much promise! While lots of couples choose to get married in the warmer months of the year, a magical winter wedding has tons of amazing advantages.
From the festivities of the holidays and hot drinks by the fireplace to Hallmark movie marathons and sparkling freshly-fallen snow—who wouldn't want to have a winter wonderland wedding that plays off the ambiance? If you're on the fence about this, scroll on to check out our five fabulous advantages of having a winter wedding.
1. Less Competition
Have your heart set on a particular reception hall or photographer? Winter weddings are far less common, which means you'll probably be able to snag that highly coveted venue or wedding vendor that you've been dreaming of. And since their schedule is likely to be pretty open, you won't have to settle for a less-than-ideal wedding date (such as a Friday, which can be hard for guests that work). Less competition, more freedom of choice—it's a winter wedding win-win!
2. Lower Prices
Are you a bride on a budget? A white winter wedding can save you lots of green. Because December through February is such a slow season for wedding vendors, many of them offer discounts or are willing to negotiate prices. You can save a lot of cash once you add up your savings on a DJ, florist, bakery, dress shop, etc. You can then either pocket those savings, or re-invest them into other wedding items, like decor, apparel, and accessories. Spend less, get more...another winter wedding win for the couple.
3. Fun Decor & Accessories
Winter has so many themes and motifs that you can weave into your wedding day. You can go cute with snowflakes, pinecones, and a hot cocoa/cider station at the reception. Or, you could create sophisticated romance with a palette of merlot, black, and ivory. To stay cozy and warm, you can drape yourself in elegant cover-ups and accessories. Stay fashionably warm with some faux fur ear muffs and hand warmers—or accessorize you and your bridesmaids' dresses with cute plaid wraps.
4. Beautiful Photo Ops
For unique wedding photos, just step outdoors! Winter is such a beautiful, romantic, and unique time of year. From snow dancing down to the the ground and blanketing the landscape, to frost dusted over tree branches, winter offers plenty of opportunities for stunning wedding photography. An added bonus? No fears of looking sweaty or having your makeup melt under the hot summer sun! And if your cheeks get a little rosy...well, that will just add to the beauty and romance of your wedding photos.
5. Unique & Memorable Experience for You and Your Guests
Because winter weddings are far less common, simply having your wedding in the winter will make it very unique and memorable. You and your wedding guests attend so many weddings (which mostly fall in the warmer months) throughout your lives, so having a winter wedding will be something fun and different for everyone involved. Plus there are so many elements of the season that add uniqueness to your event—wintery color palettes, blankets over guests' chairs, snow, and twinkling holiday lights that will create lots of dreamy memories.
There is so much to love about throwing a winter wedding! From less stress over the weather to better venue rates, winter weddings have a lot going for them. Happy planning!
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Weddings are highly anticipated events, both for the couple and for friends and family members who are excited to celebrate the beginning of a new phase of your life. However, sometimes unforeseen circumstances can mean that your big day has to be on another date. Whether you're dealing with a family matter, a budget crisis, a relationship complication, or a pandemic, rescheduling your wedding is never fun. However, it does come with one bright side: getting to pick out your change the date cards.
Just like save the date cards, change the dates are all about letting your guests know that plans have had to be adjusted. You can pick out change the dates that match your wedding invitations, choose a coordinating pattern, or go for something totally unique to make sure it stands out in the mail. If you're deciding on change the date cards, we've created a list of 11 great designs to get you started on your search for the perfect postcard.
1. Care & Concern
If you're looking for a compassionate way to let guests know that your wedding has to be rescheduled, the Care & Concern design is a good choice. Its message of well wishes for friends and family with a positive tone and expression of concern for others. It also puts the new date front and center, making it perfect to place on a refrigerator or cork board. The raised foil adds an elegant finishing touch that's suitable for formal weddings.
2. Change the Date
This simplicity of the Change the Date card is straightforward and to the point. The black and white color scheme is both eye-catching and works with any wedding style or theme. It includes a message that directs guests to the wedding website for more information, which is perfect for couples who have already been using this platform to keep guests updated.
3. Elegant Change
Hand lettering has made a huge comeback in the last few years, and the Elegant Change design lets you get that same sophisticated look in your change the date cards without having to do the hard work of calligraphy. The message here is short and sweet, and the focus is on the new wedding date. It also includes a place at the bottom to provide contact information for guests who may have questions or who are ready to RSVP before the official invitations come out.
4. Change Is Good
If you were planning a spring wedding or are still hoping for a summer wedding, the understated watercolor greenery in the Change Is Good design can give you that fresh, natural feel. The vertical layout of this card makes it a bit more formal than postcard-style change the dates, and it makes it clear to guests to expect a formal invitation later on.
5. Postponed
This simple, postcard-style change the date, appropriately named Postponed, is perfect for couples who know that the wedding will be postponed, but aren't sure about all of the details. Letting your guests know about changes in plans as soon as possible is important, and this card gives the new date and directs them to check the wedding website for updates. The soft pink background with gold foil and romantic font keeps things fun and feminine.
6. Changing Things Up
Blooms that invoke feelings of spring and summer, a delicate script for the names, and clear, easy-to-read type for the details — the Changing Things Up card has it all. This style is especially suited to outdoor weddings, country chic themes, and anything floral. The watercolor style gives it a handmade feel, and the deep hues add eye-catching color.
7. Wedding Update
Couples who are planning modern weddings or those with a more industrial farmhouse theme may like the Wedding Update design. This card strategically places the important information between lines and angles for more emphasis and better visual appeal. The black-and-white color scheme keeps things simple and understated, and there's plenty of room for details and a wedding website link without making it look too cluttered.
8. New Plan
For a couple who is known for rolling with the punches, New Plan change the dates keep that same vibe of always coming out victorious even when life throws a curveball or two. This simple, classic style is a great choice for more formal ceremonies with its elegant name scripting, black and cream colors, and clean sans-serif font for the most important details. The black border gives it added visual drama and makes for an elegant frame.
9. Postponed Our Wedding
This clean, minimalist design works with a wide range of bridal styles, and it maximizes white space to ensure the typed details stand out. The script at the top of the Postponed Our Wedding change the date makes it clear that the wedding has been rescheduled without getting too formal, and it has plenty of room for all of the important details of the newly scheduled ceremony.
10. Update Announcement
Update Announcement is a change the date that has understated charm and an elegant design that features delicate blooms and clean lines. The blue color and floral touches give it a distinctly summer feel, and the layout is unique in its use of spacing, lines, and multiple fonts to visually break up information. It includes a bottom line to let guests know about reception plans following the ceremony.
11. Our New Date
Modern, unique, and a little bit abstract, Our New Date is perfect for the couple who prefers to do things a little out of the ordinary. This change the date card has a cool blue palette and a painted look that makes it a great choice for more casual ceremonies. It keeps the message short and simple, noting that the ceremony has been rescheduled and providing the new date.
Making the decision to postpone your wedding is never easy, but sometimes, it's necessary. For couples facing that very decision, change the dates make it easy to update guests and continue to keep your wedding plans front and center in their minds with beautiful cards and heartfelt messages.
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Weddings are highly anticipated events, both for the couple and for friends and family members who are excited to celebrate the beginning of a new phase of your life. However, sometimes unforeseen circumstances can mean that your big day has to be on another date. Whether you're dealing with a family matter, a budget crisis, a relationship complication, or a pandemic, rescheduling your wedding is never fun. However, it does come with one bright side: getting to pick out your change the date cards.
Just like save the date cards, change the dates are all about letting your guests know that plans have had to be adjusted. You can pick out change the dates that match your wedding invitations, choose a coordinating pattern, or go for something totally unique to make sure it stands out in the mail. If you're deciding on change the date cards, we've created a list of 11 great designs to get you started on your search for the perfect postcard.
1. Care & Concern
If you're looking for a compassionate way to let guests know that your wedding has to be rescheduled, the Care & Concern design is a good choice. Its message of well wishes for friends and family with a positive tone and expression of concern for others. It also puts the new date front and center, making it perfect to place on a refrigerator or cork board. The raised foil adds an elegant finishing touch that's suitable for formal weddings.
2. Change the Date
This simplicity of the Change the Date card is straightforward and to the point. The black and white color scheme is both eye-catching and works with any wedding style or theme. It includes a message that directs guests to the wedding website for more information, which is perfect for couples who have already been using this platform to keep guests updated.
3. Elegant Change
Hand lettering has made a huge comeback in the last few years, and the Elegant Change design lets you get that same sophisticated look in your change the date cards without having to do the hard work of calligraphy. The message here is short and sweet, and the focus is on the new wedding date. It also includes a place at the bottom to provide contact information for guests who may have questions or who are ready to RSVP before the official invitations come out.
4. Change Is Good
If you were planning a spring wedding or are still hoping for a summer wedding, the understated watercolor greenery in the Change Is Good design can give you that fresh, natural feel. The vertical layout of this card makes it a bit more formal than postcard-style change the dates, and it makes it clear to guests to expect a formal invitation later on.
5. Postponed
This simple, postcard-style change the date, appropriately named Postponed, is perfect for couples who know that the wedding will be postponed, but aren't sure about all of the details. Letting your guests know about changes in plans as soon as possible is important, and this card gives the new date and directs them to check the wedding website for updates. The soft pink background with gold foil and romantic font keeps things fun and feminine.
6. Changing Things Up
Blooms that invoke feelings of spring and summer, a delicate script for the names, and clear, easy-to-read type for the details — the Changing Things Up card has it all. This style is especially suited to outdoor weddings, country chic themes, and anything floral. The watercolor style gives it a handmade feel, and the deep hues add eye-catching color.
7. Wedding Update
Couples who are planning modern weddings or those with a more industrial farmhouse theme may like the Wedding Update design. This card strategically places the important information between lines and angles for more emphasis and better visual appeal. The black-and-white color scheme keeps things simple and understated, and there's plenty of room for details and a wedding website link without making it look too cluttered.
8. New Plan
For a couple who is known for rolling with the punches, New Plan change the dates keep that same vibe of always coming out victorious even when life throws a curveball or two. This simple, classic style is a great choice for more formal ceremonies with its elegant name scripting, black and cream colors, and clean sans-serif font for the most important details. The black border gives it added visual drama and makes for an elegant frame.
9. Postponed Our Wedding
This clean, minimalist design works with a wide range of bridal styles, and it maximizes white space to ensure the typed details stand out. The script at the top of the Postponed Our Wedding change the date makes it clear that the wedding has been rescheduled without getting too formal, and it has plenty of room for all of the important details of the newly scheduled ceremony.
10. Update Announcement
Update Announcement is a change the date that has understated charm and an elegant design that features delicate blooms and clean lines. The blue color and floral touches give it a distinctly summer feel, and the layout is unique in its use of spacing, lines, and multiple fonts to visually break up information. It includes a bottom line to let guests know about reception plans following the ceremony.
11. Our New Date
Modern, unique, and a little bit abstract, Our New Date is perfect for the couple who prefers to do things a little out of the ordinary. This change the date card has a cool blue palette and a painted look that makes it a great choice for more casual ceremonies. It keeps the message short and simple, noting that the ceremony has been rescheduled and providing the new date.
Making the decision to postpone your wedding is never easy, but sometimes, it's necessary. For couples facing that very decision, change the dates make it easy to update guests and continue to keep your wedding plans front and center in their minds with beautiful cards and heartfelt messages.
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So many decisions to make! One of the first (and maybe hardest!) decisions of wedding planning is picking out the perfect wedding color palette. Color sets the mood and vibe for your wedding day, so it's a super important step in the planning process.
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So many decisions to make! One of the first (and maybe hardest!) decisions of wedding planning is picking out the perfect wedding color palette. Color sets the mood and vibe for your wedding day, so it's a super important step in the planning process. And well, there are millions of colors and combinations to pick from (and you probably don't want wedding colors that you have already seen 100 times), so that doesn't make it any easier.
Well, you know how much we live for color and how much our designers love crafting up fantastic new palettes, so we're here to help! Here are five factors that can rein you in before you land on your final wedding color palette.
5 Things to Consider Before Picking Your Wedding Color Palette
1. Your venueIt's a good idea to wait on a color palette until after you've booked the venue(s).You might find it helpful to scope out the colors within the interior (or even exterior) of your venue. Check out the colors already present in the décor, furniture, outdoor gardens, scenery, etc. Tented receptions, venue halls, and other neutral spaces make it simpler to create a palette from scratch. Places like hotels or country clubs—not so much. You obviously don't have to limit yourself to matching the colors of the venue spaces, but rather coming up with a wedding palette that complements and hopefully doesn't clash.
2. Wedding day themeSince color can affect our mood and emotions, it's a good idea to factor in how different colors will make you (and your guests) feel on the big day. And of course this ties in very closely with the style of your wedding. Is it elegant vintage or boho chic? Your answer will definitely factor into your wedding color palette. Pale peach and bright mauve may not tie so much into a a formal wedding, but would perfectly complement a vintage garden wedding, for instance.
3. What flatters youIt's your wedding day, so by all means don't be afraid to put yourself first! Depending on your attire, you'll be donning at least one of your wedding colors on your wedding day (flowers, shoes, or even your dress), so it can be helpful to think about the hues that are the most flattering with your skin tone. Pale peach might wash you out, while olive green brings out your golden honey skin tone. So knock peach out of the mix if it isn't doing you justice (or save it as an accent for your reception tables only). Don't forget about your SO and wedding party, too! They probably have a variety of hair colors and skin tones, so consider adding at least one color to your palette that has everyone (and you) looking their best.
4, Memories with your SO Your wedding day should be all about uniqueness and personalization. Draw color inspiration from your past, including childhood memories and time spent together. Take a walk down memory lane. Was there an event or experience you had as a couple that evokes a wonderful memory? Maybe your favorite hobby together is hiking through the northern woods, so a wedding palette of organic browns and greens suits you perfectly. Or is your favorite vacation spot in the Caribbean? A sophisticated palette of pale blue and sandy beige or burnt orange and aqua from a beachy sunset will bring you right back!
5. The season Every season offers up a kaleidoscope of beautiful color possibilities and on-trend color combos! Certain color combos also just lend themselves to particular times of the year. Jewel tones with warm oranges and yellow for fall, pastels and blush pink for spring, or navy and copper for winter ... you get the picture. Look to our wedding color trends for seasonal on-trend inspiration! Also look to the holidays for inspiration. Don't be afraid to incorporate the associated colors into your wedding day aesthetic—like metallic gold and black for New Years or blush pink and burgundy for Valentine's Day. Just keep don't go overboard so that it doesn't take away to uniqueness of your day.
Just think, once you’ve decided on your colors, all of the other details will fall into place—flowers, stationery, wedding party attire, table linens, and more!
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So many decisions to make! One of the first (and maybe hardest!) decisions of wedding planning is picking out the perfect wedding color palette. Color sets the mood and vibe for your wedding day, so it's a super important step in the planning process. And well, there are millions of colors and combinations to pick from (and you probably don't want wedding colors that you have already seen 100 times), so that doesn't make it any easier.
Well, you know how much we live for color and how much our designers love crafting up fantastic new palettes, so we're here to help! Here are five factors that can rein you in before you land on your final wedding color palette.
5 Things to Consider Before Picking Your Wedding Color Palette
1. Your venueIt's a good idea to wait on a color palette until after you've booked the venue(s).You might find it helpful to scope out the colors within the interior (or even exterior) of your venue. Check out the colors already present in the décor, furniture, outdoor gardens, scenery, etc. Tented receptions, venue halls, and other neutral spaces make it simpler to create a palette from scratch. Places like hotels or country clubs—not so much. You obviously don't have to limit yourself to matching the colors of the venue spaces, but rather coming up with a wedding palette that complements and hopefully doesn't clash.
2. Wedding day themeSince color can affect our mood and emotions, it's a good idea to factor in how different colors will make you (and your guests) feel on the big day. And of course this ties in very closely with the style of your wedding. Is it elegant vintage or boho chic? Your answer will definitely factor into your wedding color palette. Pale peach and bright mauve may not tie so much into a a formal wedding, but would perfectly complement a vintage garden wedding, for instance.
3. What flatters youIt's your wedding day, so by all means don't be afraid to put yourself first! Depending on your attire, you'll be donning at least one of your wedding colors on your wedding day (flowers, shoes, or even your dress), so it can be helpful to think about the hues that are the most flattering with your skin tone. Pale peach might wash you out, while olive green brings out your golden honey skin tone. So knock peach out of the mix if it isn't doing you justice (or save it as an accent for your reception tables only). Don't forget about your SO and wedding party, too! They probably have a variety of hair colors and skin tones, so consider adding at least one color to your palette that has everyone (and you) looking their best.
4, Memories with your SO Your wedding day should be all about uniqueness and personalization. Draw color inspiration from your past, including childhood memories and time spent together. Take a walk down memory lane. Was there an event or experience you had as a couple that evokes a wonderful memory? Maybe your favorite hobby together is hiking through the northern woods, so a wedding palette of organic browns and greens suits you perfectly. Or is your favorite vacation spot in the Caribbean? A sophisticated palette of pale blue and sandy beige or burnt orange and aqua from a beachy sunset will bring you right back!
5. The season Every season offers up a kaleidoscope of beautiful color possibilities and on-trend color combos! Certain color combos also just lend themselves to particular times of the year. Jewel tones with warm oranges and yellow for fall, pastels and blush pink for spring, or navy and copper for winter ... you get the picture. Look to our wedding color trends for seasonal on-trend inspiration! Also look to the holidays for inspiration. Don't be afraid to incorporate the associated colors into your wedding day aesthetic—like metallic gold and black for New Years or blush pink and burgundy for Valentine's Day. Just keep don't go overboard so that it doesn't take away to uniqueness of your day.
Just think, once you’ve decided on your colors, all of the other details will fall into place—flowers, stationery, wedding party attire, table linens, and more!
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Postponing Your Wedding: The Best Guide
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While there are plenty of resources available on how to have the ceremony of your dreams, the conversation gets a little thin when you start trying to find information on deciding to postpone your wedding and the logistics of handling cancellations. So, what should you do if your wedding can't go off as planned?
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While there are plenty of resources available on how to have the ceremony of your dreams, the conversation gets a little thin when you start trying to find information on deciding to postpone your wedding and the logistics of handling cancellations. So, what should you do if your wedding can't go off as planned? Find out in this guide to postponing your wedding.
Making the decision to postpone the wedding
Possibly the biggest reason for wedding postponements and cancellations in 2020 is COVID-19 (a.k.a. Coronavirus), but there are a number of other reasons you may decide that putting off your wedding is the best idea. A death in the family could mean that you need to hold off in lieu of funeral arrangements, and an illness could make it so that a treasured family member or friend can't make it to the ceremony at the scheduled date. Some couples may also decide to postpone their weddings for budgetary reasons or because they want to give their relationship more time to grow before tying the knot.
No matter the reason you're thinking about changing your wedding date — or putting it off altogether — it's a decision that requires serious consideration. You'll want to ensure you consider all sides, including how it might impact family or friends who have already spent money on dresses or travel accommodations. Also consider how long you want to postpone and how that might change your access to certain venues or vendors.
Talking to the vendors
Once you decide to postpone your wedding, the first call should be to your venue and vendors. Under normal circumstances, venues often have waiting lists, and your cancellation could open a spot for someone else. Letting your vendors know about the cancellation as soon as possible can potentially save you some money when it comes to deposits. However, if your wedding had to be postponed within just a few weeks of the date, you may be out the money, since vendors have likely already incurred expenses to be able to provide their services.
When having those conversations, try to keep the focus as positive as possible and remember that this is a disappointment to the vendor as well, since they'll be losing out on business and revenue. If you still plan to use them once you reschedule, let them know. While it's not a given, they may be able to give you a discount or apply part of your deposit to future services.
Sending out change the dates
Change the date cards are very similar to save the date cards except instead of letting your guests know that you've picked a date for the wedding, the cards let them know you're rescheduling. Change the dates can be ordered in the same design as your save the dates or wedding invitations and should be as detailed as possible. If you already know the new date, include it so guests have time to plan. If you don't, it's great to include the month or even the season, such as a message that says, "We hope to see you this fall when we reschedule!" to give guests a heads up.
You might also want to include other information such as changes to the guest list or the ability to bring a plus one if you're having to limit the number of people. If you have to drastically cut the original guest list, consider putting in a note about having a more informal party or get-together so all those who weren't able to come to the ceremony can celebrate with you at a later time.
Dealing with the disappointment
Your wedding is a huge milestone, and it's something many couples look forward to and imagine for years, so it's perfectly normal to be disappointed at the prospect of having to postpone. Be kind to yourself during this time and give yourself permission to honor your feelings and leave some space for that disappointment and grief.
Having to cancel your wedding may not be as life changing as the death or illness of a close relative or friend, but it's still a devastating blow in an already stressful and uncertain time. You may want to take a break from planning or even thinking about the wedding for a while, or you may be ready to take this time to brainstorm new ideas for the ceremony and reception. Both of these approaches are okay. Whatever helps you deal with the changes and protects your mental health is the right path forward.
Rescheduling the festivities
Once you've made the decision to cancel and let your vendors know, it's time to start thinking about how and when you want to reschedule. Under normal circumstances, you would be able to decide on another date at your own discretion when postponing your wedding. However, because the Coronavirus is causing federal and state restrictions on travel and social gatherings, when you can have your wedding is somewhat out of your hands for the foreseeable future. The best approach may be to start brainstorming options and dates but to have a few contingency plans in case things continue to change.
While some venues may be waiting to hear about when they can start accepting reservations again, others might be willing to go ahead and schedule bookings for later this summer and forward. It's important to realize that weddings that were already booked for later in the year will probably still be on the calendar, which means you might not be able to get your original venue and may have to look elsewhere.
Having to postpone your wedding is a big deal and depending on how far along you were in the planning process, it can also be a huge inconvenience. Do what you can to make things as easy as possible for yourself and your guests, but remember that a good sense of humor and a healthy dose of flexibility can be helpful for wedding planning and the marriage itself. When you're ready to start planning again, you can get plenty of tips from our wedding planning ideas.
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While there are plenty of resources available on how to have the ceremony of your dreams, the conversation gets a little thin when you start trying to find information on deciding to postpone your wedding and the logistics of handling cancellations. So, what should you do if your wedding can't go off as planned? Find out in this guide to postponing your wedding.
Making the decision to postpone the wedding
Possibly the biggest reason for wedding postponements and cancellations in 2020 is COVID-19 (a.k.a. Coronavirus), but there are a number of other reasons you may decide that putting off your wedding is the best idea. A death in the family could mean that you need to hold off in lieu of funeral arrangements, and an illness could make it so that a treasured family member or friend can't make it to the ceremony at the scheduled date. Some couples may also decide to postpone their weddings for budgetary reasons or because they want to give their relationship more time to grow before tying the knot.
No matter the reason you're thinking about changing your wedding date — or putting it off altogether — it's a decision that requires serious consideration. You'll want to ensure you consider all sides, including how it might impact family or friends who have already spent money on dresses or travel accommodations. Also consider how long you want to postpone and how that might change your access to certain venues or vendors.
Talking to the vendors
Once you decide to postpone your wedding, the first call should be to your venue and vendors. Under normal circumstances, venues often have waiting lists, and your cancellation could open a spot for someone else. Letting your vendors know about the cancellation as soon as possible can potentially save you some money when it comes to deposits. However, if your wedding had to be postponed within just a few weeks of the date, you may be out the money, since vendors have likely already incurred expenses to be able to provide their services.
When having those conversations, try to keep the focus as positive as possible and remember that this is a disappointment to the vendor as well, since they'll be losing out on business and revenue. If you still plan to use them once you reschedule, let them know. While it's not a given, they may be able to give you a discount or apply part of your deposit to future services.
Sending out change the dates
Change the date cards are very similar to save the date cards except instead of letting your guests know that you've picked a date for the wedding, the cards let them know you're rescheduling. Change the dates can be ordered in the same design as your save the dates or wedding invitations and should be as detailed as possible. If you already know the new date, include it so guests have time to plan. If you don't, it's great to include the month or even the season, such as a message that says, "We hope to see you this fall when we reschedule!" to give guests a heads up.
You might also want to include other information such as changes to the guest list or the ability to bring a plus one if you're having to limit the number of people. If you have to drastically cut the original guest list, consider putting in a note about having a more informal party or get-together so all those who weren't able to come to the ceremony can celebrate with you at a later time.
Dealing with the disappointment
Your wedding is a huge milestone, and it's something many couples look forward to and imagine for years, so it's perfectly normal to be disappointed at the prospect of having to postpone. Be kind to yourself during this time and give yourself permission to honor your feelings and leave some space for that disappointment and grief.
Having to cancel your wedding may not be as life changing as the death or illness of a close relative or friend, but it's still a devastating blow in an already stressful and uncertain time. You may want to take a break from planning or even thinking about the wedding for a while, or you may be ready to take this time to brainstorm new ideas for the ceremony and reception. Both of these approaches are okay. Whatever helps you deal with the changes and protects your mental health is the right path forward.
Rescheduling the festivities
Once you've made the decision to cancel and let your vendors know, it's time to start thinking about how and when you want to reschedule. Under normal circumstances, you would be able to decide on another date at your own discretion when postponing your wedding. However, because the Coronavirus is causing federal and state restrictions on travel and social gatherings, when you can have your wedding is somewhat out of your hands for the foreseeable future. The best approach may be to start brainstorming options and dates but to have a few contingency plans in case things continue to change.
While some venues may be waiting to hear about when they can start accepting reservations again, others might be willing to go ahead and schedule bookings for later this summer and forward. It's important to realize that weddings that were already booked for later in the year will probably still be on the calendar, which means you might not be able to get your original venue and may have to look elsewhere.
Having to postpone your wedding is a big deal and depending on how far along you were in the planning process, it can also be a huge inconvenience. Do what you can to make things as easy as possible for yourself and your guests, but remember that a good sense of humor and a healthy dose of flexibility can be helpful for wedding planning and the marriage itself. When you're ready to start planning again, you can get plenty of tips from our wedding planning ideas.
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<![CDATA[Coronavirus & Weddings: Postpone vs. Cancel]]>
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It may be time to consider either postponing or cancelling your wedding. We've created a guide to help you decide which is best for your situation.
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Before March, you were likely eagerly anticipating your upcoming wedding and excited to celebrate your love with friends and family. But the spread of COVID-19, more commonly referred to as the Coronavirus, has put weddings on hold across the country as directives come down to limit gatherings and stay at home unless you absolutely must go out.
Popular wedding venues are closing up as they're deemed nonessential, and many vendors and catering companies have been forced to close up shop — permanently, in some cases.
Those who planned a spring — or even summer — wedding are being forced to change their plans, and many brides and grooms are scrambling to figure out what they're going to do. With the new guidelines surrounding social distancing showing no signs of being relaxed soon, it may be time to consider either postponing or cancelling your wedding. We've created a guide to help you decide which is best for your situation and provide some tips on how to make the process as smooth as possible.
Postponing to a different date
When faced with the choice between postponing or cancelling the wedding, many couples would rather postpone. However, it's important to be aware of what this could mean for you, your guests, and your vendors. Postponing your wedding means pushing the date back far enough that, hopefully, the social distancing and business closure rules will be lifted. Then, your wedding can go off pretty much as planned, albeit at a later time.
The good
Postponing your wedding is a valid option if you can't hold it as scheduled. Vendors who have been forced to stop operating as part of the shutdowns may even be grateful to be able to have work lined up as soon as the restrictions are lifted instead of having to deal with an empty calendar from couples cancelling. Postponing may also be a way to save money on the deposits you've already put down.
The bad
The big issue with postponing your wedding is that there's no way of knowing when it will be safe to gather in large groups again, so you could end up postponing the wedding just to have to postpone it again. You may also find that by the time the next date does come around, that friends and family don't have the money for travel expenses after having lost jobs or gotten behind on bills, so you may end up getting fewer yesses in the RSVP pile. With many other couples rescheduling — and others who prescheduled in those future slots before the pandemic hit — you may have to get creative with your timing.
The bottom line: If you — and your guests — are fine with keeping things flexible and your vendors are willing to work with you, postponing your wedding can be a good way to ensure you're ready to celebrate once you can.
Cancelling the wedding totally
No one wants to be forced to cancel their wedding, but it's a reality that many couples are facing in 2020. Anyone planning anything more than the most intimate of gatherings is being stymied by limits on the number of people allowed in a social gathering, and many people just aren't comfortable being around even close friends and family right now for fear of carrying an illness back to at-risk loved ones. Cancelling the wedding may also be the only option for couples who were paying the costs on their own and who have lost their jobs.
While it's still possible in some places to be married at the courthouse by a justice of the peace, it's totally normal to not want to sacrifice what you had envisioned for your wedding. Couples still holding on to the hope and romance of their big day may want to cancel until things can proceed normally again.
The good
While cancelling your wedding may seem like a last resort, it doesn't have to be all bad. If you've been stressed about trying to plan the wedding around all of the COVID-19 issues or are just feeling overwhelmed dealing with changes in your work and social life, cancelling the wedding can give you more room to breathe. It also means that once everything is back and running normally, you'll be able to take the time to plan things out the way you want them without having to rush things or settle for so many compromises.
The bad
Other than the emotional letdown, cancelling your wedding can have some negative effects on your wallet. In most cases, you'll be forfeiting any money you've already paid out on deposits for venues or vendors, and it's possible that when you're ready to reschedule the wedding that your favorite location or caterer is no longer available. This can especially be an issue if you were going to get married at a highly sought after location. If you were planning a destination wedding, it might take even longer for international travel restrictions to be lifted and some guests may no longer be comfortable going out of the country.
The bottom line: Cancelling may be best for couples who can afford to lose deposits and want to ensure that their big day still lines up with everything they had pictured.
Letting your guests know
No matter which side you come down on, you'll need to inform your guests about your change in plans. It's understandable to want to wait and see what's going to happen, since changes related to the virus are happening daily. But it's best to let your guests know as soon as possible once you know that the wedding won't be able to be held as planned.
A personal phone call is the most sensitive way of handling these notifications, but if your guest list is long, an email or text can work as well (no group messages!). If you've already received gifts, the best etiquette is to offer to return them. If they want you to keep them, make sure to go ahead and send out thank you cards as soon as possible.
With a cancellation, this is really all that's needed. Just let your guests know that you're sorry things have to be changed and you'll let them know as early as possible about future plans. In the case of a postponement, you'll want to send out change the date cards as soon as possible to give guests plenty of time to prepare.
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Before March, you were likely eagerly anticipating your upcoming wedding and excited to celebrate your love with friends and family. But the spread of COVID-19, more commonly referred to as the Coronavirus, has put weddings on hold across the country as directives come down to limit gatherings and stay at home unless you absolutely must go out.
Popular wedding venues are closing up as they're deemed nonessential, and many vendors and catering companies have been forced to close up shop — permanently, in some cases.
Those who planned a spring — or even summer — wedding are being forced to change their plans, and many brides and grooms are scrambling to figure out what they're going to do. With the new guidelines surrounding social distancing showing no signs of being relaxed soon, it may be time to consider either postponing or cancelling your wedding. We've created a guide to help you decide which is best for your situation and provide some tips on how to make the process as smooth as possible.
Postponing to a different date
When faced with the choice between postponing or cancelling the wedding, many couples would rather postpone. However, it's important to be aware of what this could mean for you, your guests, and your vendors. Postponing your wedding means pushing the date back far enough that, hopefully, the social distancing and business closure rules will be lifted. Then, your wedding can go off pretty much as planned, albeit at a later time.
The good
Postponing your wedding is a valid option if you can't hold it as scheduled. Vendors who have been forced to stop operating as part of the shutdowns may even be grateful to be able to have work lined up as soon as the restrictions are lifted instead of having to deal with an empty calendar from couples cancelling. Postponing may also be a way to save money on the deposits you've already put down.
The bad
The big issue with postponing your wedding is that there's no way of knowing when it will be safe to gather in large groups again, so you could end up postponing the wedding just to have to postpone it again. You may also find that by the time the next date does come around, that friends and family don't have the money for travel expenses after having lost jobs or gotten behind on bills, so you may end up getting fewer yesses in the RSVP pile. With many other couples rescheduling — and others who prescheduled in those future slots before the pandemic hit — you may have to get creative with your timing.
The bottom line: If you — and your guests — are fine with keeping things flexible and your vendors are willing to work with you, postponing your wedding can be a good way to ensure you're ready to celebrate once you can.
Cancelling the wedding totally
No one wants to be forced to cancel their wedding, but it's a reality that many couples are facing in 2020. Anyone planning anything more than the most intimate of gatherings is being stymied by limits on the number of people allowed in a social gathering, and many people just aren't comfortable being around even close friends and family right now for fear of carrying an illness back to at-risk loved ones. Cancelling the wedding may also be the only option for couples who were paying the costs on their own and who have lost their jobs.
While it's still possible in some places to be married at the courthouse by a justice of the peace, it's totally normal to not want to sacrifice what you had envisioned for your wedding. Couples still holding on to the hope and romance of their big day may want to cancel until things can proceed normally again.
The good
While cancelling your wedding may seem like a last resort, it doesn't have to be all bad. If you've been stressed about trying to plan the wedding around all of the COVID-19 issues or are just feeling overwhelmed dealing with changes in your work and social life, cancelling the wedding can give you more room to breathe. It also means that once everything is back and running normally, you'll be able to take the time to plan things out the way you want them without having to rush things or settle for so many compromises.
The bad
Other than the emotional letdown, cancelling your wedding can have some negative effects on your wallet. In most cases, you'll be forfeiting any money you've already paid out on deposits for venues or vendors, and it's possible that when you're ready to reschedule the wedding that your favorite location or caterer is no longer available. This can especially be an issue if you were going to get married at a highly sought after location. If you were planning a destination wedding, it might take even longer for international travel restrictions to be lifted and some guests may no longer be comfortable going out of the country.
The bottom line: Cancelling may be best for couples who can afford to lose deposits and want to ensure that their big day still lines up with everything they had pictured.
Letting your guests know
No matter which side you come down on, you'll need to inform your guests about your change in plans. It's understandable to want to wait and see what's going to happen, since changes related to the virus are happening daily. But it's best to let your guests know as soon as possible once you know that the wedding won't be able to be held as planned.
A personal phone call is the most sensitive way of handling these notifications, but if your guest list is long, an email or text can work as well (no group messages!). If you've already received gifts, the best etiquette is to offer to return them. If they want you to keep them, make sure to go ahead and send out thank you cards as soon as possible.
With a cancellation, this is really all that's needed. Just let your guests know that you're sorry things have to be changed and you'll let them know as early as possible about future plans. In the case of a postponement, you'll want to send out change the date cards as soon as possible to give guests plenty of time to prepare.
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Romantic Tampa Bay Wedding At Safety Harbor Resort and Spa
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It doesn't get much more relaxed and romantic than having your wedding at a resort and spa! Be inspired by this stunning Tampa Bay wedding.
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It doesn't get much more relaxed and romantic than having your wedding at a resort and spa ... on the beach in sunny Florida! The Safety Harbor Resort & Spa in the quaint city of Safety Harbor played host for Christine and Phillip's big day last fall, and we are just fainting over all the darling details.
Located near Tampa Bay, the luxurious Safety Harbor Resort & Spa overlooks the bay and offers a spectacular backdrop for a wedding in paradise. As you can see, Christine and Phillip picked the perfect venue for their Tampa Bay wedding! They ordered their wedding stationery from Truly Engaging, and it blends in exquisitely with their softly romantic wedding theme.
Divine Romance pocket wedding invitation suite from Truly Engaging™
"We chose MagnetStreet for our wedding invitations after my sister created our engagement announcements from MagnetStreet. We received the box with the sample invites with the announcements and picked our favorite and tailored it to our style. We are currently working on our thank you cards from MagnetStreet!"
"I did have an old, new, borrowed, and blue. My ruby ring from my grandmother was my something old. She passed away when I was little but we shared the same birthday and we share the same middle name. It was how I included her in my wedding day. My borrowed were the earrings I wore which were my sister’s. My new was my dress, and my blue was the “I do” I had on the bottom of my shoes."
"Phillip and I met through work. We were working in different departments and over the years became friends. Two years later we were engaged!"
"We chose to not do a first look. We kept it very traditional and asked the photographers to capture the moment we saw each other."
"Our last name is Limon, which translates to 'Lemon,' so we made sure to have some yellow intertwined and we planted a lemon tree during our ceremony."
"We wanted a romantic feeling with a lot of greenery and gold accents. The main colors were soft peaches, pinks, and ivory."
We love how they cut out their wedding invite to create a super pretty and unique framed wedding guest book!
Thank you to the fabulous vendors of Christine and Phillip's wedding!
Photographer: Lifelong Photography / Venue: Safety Harbor Resort & Spa / DJ/Emcee: Grant Hemond & Associates, Inc. / Make-up: Beauty Brought Out / Flowers: The Bride’s Bouquet / Cake: Chef Michael, Let Them Eat Cake / Linens: Fancy That Specialty Linens / Officiant: Sensational Ceremonies
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It doesn't get much more relaxed and romantic than having your wedding at a resort and spa ... on the beach in sunny Florida! The Safety Harbor Resort & Spa in the quaint city of Safety Harbor played host for Christine and Phillip's big day last fall, and we are just fainting over all the darling details.
Located near Tampa Bay, the luxurious Safety Harbor Resort & Spa overlooks the bay and offers a spectacular backdrop for a wedding in paradise. As you can see, Christine and Phillip picked the perfect venue for their Tampa Bay wedding! They ordered their wedding stationery from Truly Engaging, and it blends in exquisitely with their softly romantic wedding theme.
Divine Romance pocket wedding invitation suite from Truly Engaging™
"We chose MagnetStreet for our wedding invitations after my sister created our engagement announcements from MagnetStreet. We received the box with the sample invites with the announcements and picked our favorite and tailored it to our style. We are currently working on our thank you cards from MagnetStreet!"
"I did have an old, new, borrowed, and blue. My ruby ring from my grandmother was my something old. She passed away when I was little but we shared the same birthday and we share the same middle name. It was how I included her in my wedding day. My borrowed were the earrings I wore which were my sister’s. My new was my dress, and my blue was the “I do” I had on the bottom of my shoes."
"Phillip and I met through work. We were working in different departments and over the years became friends. Two years later we were engaged!"
"We chose to not do a first look. We kept it very traditional and asked the photographers to capture the moment we saw each other."
"Our last name is Limon, which translates to 'Lemon,' so we made sure to have some yellow intertwined and we planted a lemon tree during our ceremony."
"We wanted a romantic feeling with a lot of greenery and gold accents. The main colors were soft peaches, pinks, and ivory."
We love how they cut out their wedding invite to create a super pretty and unique framed wedding guest book!
Thank you to the fabulous vendors of Christine and Phillip's wedding!
Photographer: Lifelong Photography / Venue: Safety Harbor Resort & Spa / DJ/Emcee: Grant Hemond & Associates, Inc. / Make-up: Beauty Brought Out / Flowers: The Bride’s Bouquet / Cake: Chef Michael, Let Them Eat Cake / Linens: Fancy That Specialty Linens / Officiant: Sensational Ceremonies
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Best Wedding Day Advice from Real Brides | Magnetstreet Wedding Blog
https://www.trulyengaging.com/wedding-blog/best-wedding-advice
The best advice always comes from those who've experienced all the wonderful, crazy, fun, and rough times in life. And it goest to say that the best wedding advice must come from people who are already married, right?
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The best advice always comes from those who've experienced all the wonderful, crazy, fun, and rough times in life. And it goest to say that the best wedding advice must come from people who are already married, right?
Here we've compiled wedding advice rom real brides who've learned a thing or two about getting married, planning the day and—enjoying the day. Take their advice and avoid the "I wish I would have..." Sometimes, the simplest and wisest advice is the easiest to overlook. Check out some wedding day advice from real brides, and we with you the best as you head toward your big day!
Take in every moment!
Everyone I know that has gotten married told me the day would fly by and I believed it. They told me to take in every moment and not to stress! I wish I had stopped more often on my wedding day to take it all in. I was so occupied with making sure everything was perfect that sometimes I forgot to breathe. It’s about the two of you … On your wedding day … kiss each other, hold each other, and say sweet things to each other. This day is all about the two of you and nobody else. Everyone else is there to enjoy and share in your happiness but at the end of the day it is all about you. Go on a honeymoon! No matter how expensive your wedding is, go on a honeymoon! Even if it is two towns over in a motel, make sure you get away! Our honeymoon was the best week ever and we had no worries about anything until we got back. It was the best!
- Rochelly
How to include your guests …
Choose what you want your wedding to feel like, not to look like. The best thing we did in our wedding was to include our guests in special ways: having friends and family share quotes during the ceremony, having them all give their blessing before our vows (with a big “We Will!”) and turning our first dance from a slow romantic one to a crazy one with all our favorite people on the dance floor. If you’re having a wonderful time and show it, everyone else is going to follow suit.
- Robin
Eat ... and ignore opinions!
Eat! Many married couples told me to make sure I eat on my wedding day because they never got to taste their dinner! I am glad Aaron and I got to enjoy most of our Italian feast, because we both love food so much, so we kind of made it a priority to get to take more than just one bite of each of our courses. Other people’s opinions … Often my MOH and co-workers would tell me to not worry about the opinions people would present, and many times, it was hard for me to ignore the opinions of others, despite the decisions I knew I wanted to make. In the end, I usually went with what I wanted to do, but if I had taken more stock in the “this is your wedding, you do it how you want” way of thinking, I would have eliminated a lot of back-and-forth conversations and stressful thinking.
- Christina
Don't sweat the small stuff
Stressing about the little things: Don’t stress about the little things because in the end they don’t matter and people won’t notice” I was also told that I would be the only one looking at everything really closely. Do what’s right for you! Remember that it’s your day–stay true to what you and your fiancé want. Many people will give you advice on everything … listen and smile but in the end, do what’s right for you (but at the same time, be open to what others say, as you might actually like their ideas/perspective.)
- Marta
It's okay to ask for help ... and break in those shoes
Accepting help from family & friends. We felt especially blessed by how much our families and friends wanted to help. We got the advice to let people help, because even though it may not be “picture perfect” what they do will be full of love, and that makes it perfect. We cannot agree more. If you let control go of things, the people who love you will take and run with it, and you will be so surprised with what they do! Break in those shoes! I wish that I had broken in my shoes like I was told! I had a different pair, but the glitter shoes called my name—two days before we got married! But in the grand scheme of things, we wish that we would have enjoyed our engagement more, instead of stressing about the wedding.
- Ellie
Photography and soaking it all in
I am glad I took the advice to take pictures before the ceremony. I love that we were able to take pictures with the bridal party before the ceremony. That saved time after the ceremony to get to our guests at the reception.I wish I would have slowed down and taken in the day more. It goes by so fast, like the blink of an eye, that there were many details that I do not remember. We had a large wedding of 200 people so I was not able to talk to everyone, dance to every song I wanted to, take in all the decorations, do our photo booth, or just take in the day. I wish I would have paused, slowed down, and took in everything.
- Stephanie
The day will fly by
Take in every second of the wedding from beginning to end and not to let small things bother you i.e. the curling iron caught on fire … the limo didn’t start … my dress wasn’t clipped right inside … There were a few more things but they are things we can laugh at now! Never sweat the small stuff! Eat! I wish I had gotten to eat the good food and the cake! I was bummed I was not able to eat more. Enjoy each second, even if something goes wrong–it’s still the greatest day of your life. Take everything and live it. It only happens once!
- Stephanie
Stay calm and true
Focus on staying calm. Let go and let everyone do their job! It was really tempting for me to constantly check in with everyone to make sure they were doing what they needed to and on schedule. But I tried to just let go and focus on making sure I was calm and ready. Stay true to who you are! A lot of people are going to tell you what you should and shouldn’t do or have. If you want to do it, do it. If you don’t, don’t. Stay true to who you and your fiancé are, then shape the wedding around that–not what other people have done. Also, choose your shoes for comfort rather than style!
- Kristin
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The best advice always comes from those who've experienced all the wonderful, crazy, fun, and rough times in life. And it goest to say that the best wedding advice must come from people who are already married, right?
Here we've compiled wedding advice rom real brides who've learned a thing or two about getting married, planning the day and—enjoying the day. Take their advice and avoid the "I wish I would have..." Sometimes, the simplest and wisest advice is the easiest to overlook. Check out some wedding day advice from real brides, and we with you the best as you head toward your big day!
Take in every moment!
Everyone I know that has gotten married told me the day would fly by and I believed it. They told me to take in every moment and not to stress! I wish I had stopped more often on my wedding day to take it all in. I was so occupied with making sure everything was perfect that sometimes I forgot to breathe. It’s about the two of you … On your wedding day … kiss each other, hold each other, and say sweet things to each other. This day is all about the two of you and nobody else. Everyone else is there to enjoy and share in your happiness but at the end of the day it is all about you. Go on a honeymoon! No matter how expensive your wedding is, go on a honeymoon! Even if it is two towns over in a motel, make sure you get away! Our honeymoon was the best week ever and we had no worries about anything until we got back. It was the best!
- Rochelly
How to include your guests …
Choose what you want your wedding to feel like, not to look like. The best thing we did in our wedding was to include our guests in special ways: having friends and family share quotes during the ceremony, having them all give their blessing before our vows (with a big “We Will!”) and turning our first dance from a slow romantic one to a crazy one with all our favorite people on the dance floor. If you’re having a wonderful time and show it, everyone else is going to follow suit.
- Robin
Eat ... and ignore opinions!
Eat! Many married couples told me to make sure I eat on my wedding day because they never got to taste their dinner! I am glad Aaron and I got to enjoy most of our Italian feast, because we both love food so much, so we kind of made it a priority to get to take more than just one bite of each of our courses. Other people’s opinions … Often my MOH and co-workers would tell me to not worry about the opinions people would present, and many times, it was hard for me to ignore the opinions of others, despite the decisions I knew I wanted to make. In the end, I usually went with what I wanted to do, but if I had taken more stock in the “this is your wedding, you do it how you want” way of thinking, I would have eliminated a lot of back-and-forth conversations and stressful thinking.
- Christina
Don't sweat the small stuff
Stressing about the little things: Don’t stress about the little things because in the end they don’t matter and people won’t notice” I was also told that I would be the only one looking at everything really closely. Do what’s right for you! Remember that it’s your day–stay true to what you and your fiancé want. Many people will give you advice on everything … listen and smile but in the end, do what’s right for you (but at the same time, be open to what others say, as you might actually like their ideas/perspective.)
- Marta
It's okay to ask for help ... and break in those shoes
Accepting help from family & friends. We felt especially blessed by how much our families and friends wanted to help. We got the advice to let people help, because even though it may not be “picture perfect” what they do will be full of love, and that makes it perfect. We cannot agree more. If you let control go of things, the people who love you will take and run with it, and you will be so surprised with what they do! Break in those shoes! I wish that I had broken in my shoes like I was told! I had a different pair, but the glitter shoes called my name—two days before we got married! But in the grand scheme of things, we wish that we would have enjoyed our engagement more, instead of stressing about the wedding.
- Ellie
Photography and soaking it all in
I am glad I took the advice to take pictures before the ceremony. I love that we were able to take pictures with the bridal party before the ceremony. That saved time after the ceremony to get to our guests at the reception.I wish I would have slowed down and taken in the day more. It goes by so fast, like the blink of an eye, that there were many details that I do not remember. We had a large wedding of 200 people so I was not able to talk to everyone, dance to every song I wanted to, take in all the decorations, do our photo booth, or just take in the day. I wish I would have paused, slowed down, and took in everything.
- Stephanie
The day will fly by
Take in every second of the wedding from beginning to end and not to let small things bother you i.e. the curling iron caught on fire … the limo didn’t start … my dress wasn’t clipped right inside … There were a few more things but they are things we can laugh at now! Never sweat the small stuff! Eat! I wish I had gotten to eat the good food and the cake! I was bummed I was not able to eat more. Enjoy each second, even if something goes wrong–it’s still the greatest day of your life. Take everything and live it. It only happens once!
- Stephanie
Stay calm and true
Focus on staying calm. Let go and let everyone do their job! It was really tempting for me to constantly check in with everyone to make sure they were doing what they needed to and on schedule. But I tried to just let go and focus on making sure I was calm and ready. Stay true to who you are! A lot of people are going to tell you what you should and shouldn’t do or have. If you want to do it, do it. If you don’t, don’t. Stay true to who you and your fiancé are, then shape the wedding around that–not what other people have done. Also, choose your shoes for comfort rather than style!
- Kristin
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The fun-loving couple tied the knot overlooking the San Diego skyline and Pacific Ocean surrounded by family and friends. And how they met is super sweet. Karli who grew up in Northern California, became a nurse and full time missionary in Mexico where she met Son who was also working as a missionary. Son was born and raised in Haiti and left to help others here in the states, before also working in Mexico. And well, the rest is history. Take in every glamorous detail and hear some highlights from Karli on their burgundy wedding with lace, burlap, and sunflowers abounding. 
"Our style was simple and classy. We wanted to have a classy look without overdoing it with too much. We used burlap and lace to decorate mason jars. Our colors were gray, burgundy, and yellow (sunflowers). We had a Christian ceremony, which included prayer, Bible reading, and communion." 
"The dress that I chose was one I selected quickly because I had wanted to try a long sleeve dress just to see if I liked that look. When I tried it on all of my friends and my mom cried. So we knew this was the one. The dress was lace and hung off the shoulders. It was tight all the down to the hips where it loosely flowed out. I also wore a simple lace veil. My husband wanted a simple but classy but hipster look. So he went with a grey suit, simple burgundy tie, brown suspenders, belt and shoes." 
"I especially loved when he wrote my a song and sang it in front of our guests. It was so sweet." 
"Advice: Plan for the marriage and not just the wedding. Because the wedding only lasts for one day, but your marriage will last a lifetime. Pre-marriage counseling was really helpful for us! Also, expect that things won't always go perfectly on your wedding day. But if you let it go, don't worry, and have peace about it, your day will be perfect! Because at the end of the day you get to marry your person and thats all that matters!"
The fun-loving couple tied the knot overlooking the San Diego skyline and Pacific Ocean surrounded by family and friends. And how they met is super sweet. Karli who grew up in Northern California, became a nurse and full time missionary in Mexico where she met Son who was also working as a missionary. Son was born and raised in Haiti and left to help others here in the states, before also working in Mexico. And well, the rest is history. Take in every glamorous detail and hear some highlights from Karli on their burgundy wedding with lace, burlap, and sunflowers abounding. 
"Our style was simple and classy. We wanted to have a classy look without overdoing it with too much. We used burlap and lace to decorate mason jars. Our colors were gray, burgundy, and yellow (sunflowers). We had a Christian ceremony, which included prayer, Bible reading, and communion." 
"The dress that I chose was one I selected quickly because I had wanted to try a long sleeve dress just to see if I liked that look. When I tried it on all of my friends and my mom cried. So we knew this was the one. The dress was lace and hung off the shoulders. It was tight all the down to the hips where it loosely flowed out. I also wore a simple lace veil. My husband wanted a simple but classy but hipster look. So he went with a grey suit, simple burgundy tie, brown suspenders, belt and shoes." 
"I especially loved when he wrote my a song and sang it in front of our guests. It was so sweet." 
"Advice: Plan for the marriage and not just the wedding. Because the wedding only lasts for one day, but your marriage will last a lifetime. Pre-marriage counseling was really helpful for us! Also, expect that things won't always go perfectly on your wedding day. But if you let it go, don't worry, and have peace about it, your day will be perfect! Because at the end of the day you get to marry your person and thats all that matters!"
