Wedding showers aren’t just for your grandma and your great aunt anymore. This sometimes-stuffy affair has gotten a modern makeover — starting with its name. Formerly known as the bridal shower, wedding showers are a more inclusive interpretation.

Just by changing one word, you’ve opened the door for a co-ed guest list. You can make it a couple’s shower and invite your entire “I do“ crew, or you can keep your guest list limited to the bridal party while hosting a more casual event.

Unlike the pastel and doily bridal shower themes of days gone by, modern wedding showers allow you to incorporate more spunky, funky, and fun themes — like a BBQ, pool party, or brewery bash. (The days of teetotaling showers have also gone by the wayside, so you’re free to sip mimosas all morning if you want to.)

We’ll cover some of our favorite new wedding shower trends and walk you through the planning process, from coming up with your theme to sending out invites and planning activities. Here’s your complete guide to throwing a modern wedding shower.
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You once said your vows to the one you love. Now it’s time to think about doing it all over again and celebrating your lasting love with a wedding vow renewal ceremony (also called a recommitment ceremony). Maybe it’s only been a few years or perhaps it’s your 20th milestone anniversary — no matter how long, we have all the wedding vow renewal ideas you’ll need. 

Planning a vow renewal can feel similar to planning a wedding — after all, there are many of the same elements in both. Consider these 14 ideas on venues, themes, what to wear, and how to make your event feel even more special. 
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You’ve made the decision to get married and now it’s time for the fun part — planning the most fantastic gay wedding! It’s the perfect moment to honor your love for each other, celebrate marriage equality, and throw an impressive celebration for your loved ones. 

Fortunately, these gay wedding ideas will help jumpstart the process. Whether it’s choosing a quirky venue or creating your own wedding rituals, these ideas run the gamut from traditionally inspired to wonderfully obscure. 
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Every couple who’s been married for years knows what a beautiful accomplishment it is to stay together and in love. Marriage requires daily dedication, and unions that stand the test of time deserve to be celebrated. One way you can pay tribute to your marriage and reaffirm your commitment is with a vow renewal ceremony.

To help with the planning process, we’ve put together this vow renewal checklist. Whether you choose to host a small soiree or a large bash, this guide will help you tie together all the different planning strings. It makes for an easy, stress-free way of hosting a vow renewal event.
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Planning your lesbian wedding is an exciting journey. Not only are you celebrating your love, but you also get to delight in the beauty of marriage equality. As with any wedding planning process, you can be as traditional or unconventional as you want with your nuptials.

To help you plan the lesbian wedding day of your dreams, we’ve gathered some of our favorite ideas, from where to celebrate to what to wear and how to style your big day. 
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Rainbows are all around these days. These bright, sunny reminders of beautiful things to come make perfect sense as a wedding theme. This is one wedding trend that’s likely to stick around, thanks to its joyful energy. Whether you want to add a sprinkle of color to your big day or go all-in on the rainbow wedding theme, we’re here to help.

Take a look at our collection of rainbow wedding ideas and tips for inspiration to help you build the colorful wedding day of your dreams. 
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The details of a wedding are what make it memorable: that special shawl from your great-grandmother that you’ve chosen to wear down the aisle; the whimsical poem that encapsulates your personalities perfectly; or the color scheme inspired by the first bouquet of roses you received from your betrothed. All of these well-thought-out elements make your day more unforgettable — for you and for your guests. 

A surefire way to make your big day even more special is to pick the perfect song to walk down the aisle to. Not sure which one to choose? Whether you want something traditional or a song that’s uncommon and all your own, you’ll find a tune on this list of wedding songs to walk down the aisle to.
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Weddings are romantic by nature, but you can certainly lean into love with stationery, color schemes, and wording that all evoke romance. To set the mood for your special day, you’ll want to use romantic wedding invitation wording to match your gorgeous invites. Use this guide to find the right words and begin crafting a dreamy invitation that will take you from wedding ceremony to wedding reception. 
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It used to be traditional for the bride’s parents to host the marriage of their daughter to her partner. But these days, it’s not uncommon to see that the couple is hosting along with both sets of parents.

If this fits your scenario, you might be wondering how to honor this on your wedding invites. In this guide to “together with their families” wedding invitation wording, we’ll take you through general etiquette tips, what to include in your invites, and inspiring ideas to create the perfect invites. 
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With gorgeous weather and a feel-good atmosphere, it’s no surprise that summer is such a popular time of year for weddings. Mirror these good vibes with a fun theme for your summer wedding. If you’re searching for the best wedding themes for summer, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve gathered together 12 of our favorites, plus decor and styling tips to help you pull off the look. 
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