An animal-centered wedding is an interesting concept, and it can mean a lot of things. This could include everything from having animals, of any kind, as a theme. It could also mean actually incorporating pets or wild animals into your ceremony or party. Let’s explore different approaches to bringing the animal world into your special day. You may just decide that a wedding with a wild element is perfect for you and your new partner.

As an autumn or winter bride, you can let your imagination go wild and find a theme that highlights the personality of you and your spouse as a couple. One idea that could be a lot of fun for the right couple is to look to the past for inspiration. If you have a favorite aesthetic, style, or age from the past, your wedding could be the perfect opportunity to bring that beloved era to life. 

Especially with all of us fending in the kitchen for ourselves in the past year, cooking is in! And, more than that, fine dining, gourmet ingredients, and the latest Instagram-minded delicacies are all in too.

Choosing a color for your big day can be a lot of fun. But it is also one more decision to have to make! Don’t let yourself get overwhelmed. Let’s take a look at cultural meanings behind some popular colors, and some ideas of how to put them to use. 

While men are often described as hard, and especially find gifts, for. It is a notorious dilemma, finding that perfect present for your husband, your dad, your brother, etc. So, what do you do when you have about 5-7 guys, completely central to your life, who all deserve a token of appreciation? It can be a challenging idea, finding something meaningful, useful, and memorable.

It can create mixed feelings, being tasked with throwing a baby shower. While it is obviously an honor, there can also be feelings of heavy responsibility and a fear of disappointment on the part of the expectant mother. Let’s look at some do’s and don'ts to help keep you, and the party, positive, fun, and relaxing.

Dating back 3,000 years, wedding rings have a storied history. The ancient Egyptians were the first to use the ring as a symbol of eternity, with its “never-ending” shape. With the introduction of the Greeks, under Alexander the Great, the symbol was appropriated. The Greeks would use the circle, in the form of a ring, as a present for their romantic partners. In like fashion, when the Romans came and conquered the Greeks, they themselves began using the symbol. The Romans are the first group to be recorded using the rings in marriage ceremonies. And so the tradition began!

As the focus on the environment grows to never-before-seen levels, some of the trends and traditions we see at weddings are changing and evolving. Just as throwing around a bunch of rice or littering the ground with glitter is no longer acceptable, other things may weigh on couples’ minds. Depending on your level of engagement, you may want to think about incorporating some natural elements into your ceremony. Or, at the very least, you could replace your cut flowers with some more eco-friendly, and affordable, alternatives.

We all have our own family histories, with twists and turns through the generations. Beyond being fun and exciting, globally-inspired traditions are a meaningful way to connect your two families and to share your roots with your guests

The best idea is to talk with your parents and older relatives about your roots. Ask them if they had any special activities at their event that you could try out. You may also consider the import of some different traditions from any nation, and see if there is something you can do that would highlight that idea for your own ceremony.

As the months wind down and the evenings get cooler, the traditional wedding season is coming to a close. But, for some, this is when the real fun will begin. An autumn wedding can be a great way to celebrate. It can be a little more elegant and a lot less sweaty, and you can have nature decorating for you, depending on where you will be throwing the party.