Wedding toasts can go one of two ways: They’re either hilarious, memorable, and totally sweet, or it’s a train wreck waiting to happen and a moment guests dread. Every couple hopes the toasts at their reception fall into the first category, but there’s no guarantee… Until now. To combat those awful speeches, Marisa Polansky and Kristine […]
Surprise dances, often referred to as “flash mobs,” took the U.S. by storm in 2003, when the senior editor of Harper’s Magazine Bill Wasik coordinated a surprise performance in a Macy’s in New York City. Intended as a “playful social experiment to encourage spontaneity,” imitators soon began choreographing and performing all worldwide. The largest recorded […]
Open bars are honestly one of the main reasons people attend weddings — and of course to witness the couple’s union or whatever. But as the recreational use of marijuana is becoming legalized across the country, we’ve seen a number of events that have opted for an open weed bar over serving alcohol, and there’s […]
Face it: Delicious food and cocktails are a big part of throwing a successful — and ~fun~ — wedding party. Your guests may not recall the color your bridesmaids wore, but there’s a chance they will remember the amazing (or awful) signature drink you served. Luckily, coming up with a beautiful cocktail that reflects you […]
As you move along through the wedding-planning process and are fast approaching your big day, are you finding yourself toeing the line between staying within your budget and spending money you don’t have? Don’t worry. We’ve got five tips for saving on wedding venue and catering costs that you may not have thought of. (You […]
Like the most memorable Fall 2017 fashion shows, the best wedding receptions leave guests wanting more. If you get a little creative, you can certainly deliver that with your post-reception bash. But if you’ve got to think beyond late-night drinks at the hotel bar. “In general, what the weddings world could borrow from the fashion […]
If you’re stressing about picking out the perfect wedding favors for your wedding, you’ll appreciate this post. There are a few things you should keep in mind to ensure that your wedding favors are perfect for your big day. Can the Item Be Used after the Wedding? The best kind of favor can be used […]
Now that you’ve exchanged vows, it’s time to party! Guests will be making a beeline for the bar (natch!) but they’ll also be looking for their reception seats. The escort card—typically a small card printed with their name and table assignment—is their guide to get there. These days, though, couples are coming up with […]
There are pros and cons to sugar flower designs (just like there are for fresh blooms). Read out tips to figure out which is best for you. When it comes to wedding cake design, there are a few things to consider when choosing between fresh blooms or sugar flowers to decorate your tiers. Fresh blooms are […]
Follow this expert advice for keeping unruly guests from getting out of hand. Rowdy wedding guests were the inspiration behind the recent movie Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates. Sure, this story of two twenty-something brothers known for ruining all family events with antics such as a drunken booze luge and bottle rocket fires may […]
