The wedding planning process is full of decisions, and perhaps one of your favorites will be choosing your color palette. It’s such an exciting moment as you begin to explore how the backdrop to your wedding day will look and feel. 

Finding your dream wedding colors can set the tone for the whole event. Learn how to choose wedding colors (and determine if they suit your big day), plus discover some color inspiration that might be just what you’re looking for. 
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Wedding planning takes time, and there are many decisions you and your honey will need to make along the way. One of the most important decisions is who you’ll invite. If you find yourself wondering “how many people should I invite to my wedding?” you’re not alone. This is one of the first big decisions you’ll need to make about your big day, and it also affects the wedding venue and wedding budget. 

Here, we’ll help you answer the age-old question: How many people should I invite to my wedding? We’ll highlight a few things to consider when finalizing your wedding guest count, plus share several invitation ideas so you can have the wedding of your dreams. 
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The bride is busy with wedding planning, so it’s your honor to plan an incredible bridal shower to celebrate this exciting new journey. Whether you opt for a traditional bridal shower or a coed wedding shower, there are many elements to consider.

To pull off the best event possible, here’s your ultimate bridal shower checklist. You’ll find everything you need to know, including top party planning tips and a timeline for completing each task. 
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A bridal shower and a bachelorette party are on most brides’ events calendar leading up to the wedding day. While both are popular parties, they can be very different — with their own unique themes, venues, and activities. 

So, when it comes to a bridal shower vs. bachelorette party, which should you host? Let’s explore the main differences between these fun pre-wedding parties so you can decide whether you want one or both!
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Sending a wedding invitation involves more than choosing a gorgeous design, writing the date and time of the event, and sending it off to guests. There are some important considerations that go into a wedding invitation, including etiquette. Choosing the right wording for the moment, making clear who’s invited, and ensuring essential details make it into the invite all require attention. 

Since it’s your big day, you can choose how much you want to follow traditional wedding invitation etiquette, but however you choose to celebrate, there are a few things to keep in mind when crafting your invite. Whether you’re hosting a traditional wedding or throwing a more modern event, this guide will help you create the perfect wedding invitation.
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There’s no bad time to have a bridal shower. After all, the whole point is to celebrate the bride and make them feel special. But there are some considerations to keep in mind for when to have a bridal shower.

Throwing a party too early can diminish the excitement leading up to the big day. Having one too late can feel rushed or draw attention away from wedding events like the ceremony and reception. We’ll show you the best time to have a bridal shower and offer tips on how to make the party memorable.
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Already tied the knot and ready to announce the big news with an invitation to a fun party? “Already married” reception invitations are a great way to share your joyous announcement. Whether you had a minimony due to social distancing or simply chose to elope, an already married reception allows you to share a special day with loved ones and friends that you didn’t celebrate with on your wedding day. 

If you’re looking for ways to invite friends to your reception after you’ve already gotten hitched, you’re in the right place. Here, you’ll find tips on what to say in your already married reception invitations and discover inspirational designs. Whether you prefer a fun and lively invite or a more glamorous and formal invitation, get ready to find the perfect match. (Well, you already did that. But you get the idea.)
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Most people can agree that the best part of a traditional wedding is the wedding reception. Sure, the wedding ceremony allows you to bet on which family member will cry first. But if you were to ask your guests, nine out of 10 would say they’re most excited about the cake, dancing, and open bar.

While a few of your nearest and dearest might want to hear you profess your love, you can keep it between the two of you if you want to. Or you can host a small ceremony with your closest loved ones, then throw a big party later with all your college roomies, coworkers, and distant cousins. 

Here’s what you need to know if you plan on keeping your ceremony separate and hosting a reception-only wedding. 
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You’re planning a dreamy elopement to mark one of the most incredible moments of your life, and now it’s time to let your closest loved ones know about it. Traditionally, eloping was synonymous with spontaneity and often evoked images of a couple running off into the sunset. But things have changed. An elopement doesn’t have to mean just the two of you. It can include your nearest and dearest.

Let’s explore elopement invitations, including when to send them and how to personalize them to beautifully match your celebration.
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With a date set for your big day, wedding invitations are on your mind. While there are countless options, we’re here to help with a streamlined alternative — a wedding invitation text message. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the process of creating text wedding invitations and explore why they’re such a fantastic idea. We’ll also share some stunning designs you can customize. Before you know it, you’ll know exactly how to create your dream wedding invites with ease.
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