ceremony
Wedding Processional Order: Who Walks When
A traditional processional, who escorts the mother of the bride, who walks the groom in, and how smaller or same-sex weddings change the line.
The archive
Further from the journal
dress
Wedding Veil Lengths, from Birdcage to Cathedral
Fingertip, chapel, cathedral, and royal lengths change the aisle and the photos. A veil is optional. Match it to the gown and the walk.
stationery
When to Send Save-the-Dates
Mail save-the-dates 6 to 8 months ahead, or 8 to 12 for a destination. Invitations follow about 6 to 8 weeks before the day.
wedding
Just Engaged? Here Are the First Steps to Take After Saying Yes
Pop the champagne—you’re engaged! Cue the happy tears, the giddy smiles, and maybe a little bit of frantic internal screaming. It’s an amazing moment, right? You’ve found your person, and now you get to plan a party to celebrate! But after the initial excitement, a wave of “Now what?” can definitely wash over you. Don’t worry, friend! You’re not alone.
bridal shower
What to Wear to a Bridal Shower: Stylish Outfit Ideas for Every Season
You've just received an invitation to your best friend's bridal shower, and now you're faced with the age-old question: what should I wear? Choosing the perfect outfit for a bridal shower can be daunting, as you want to look stylish and feel confident while still being appropriate for the occasion. The key is to consider the event's location, time of day, and any specific themes or dress codes mentioned in the invitation.
wedding
Colorful Wedding Dresses: Stunning Non-White Bridal Gown Ideas for the Bold Bride
When you picture a bride walking down the aisle, what color dress instantly comes to mind? For most, it's the classic white wedding gown. This long-standing tradition has a bride draped in layers of pristine white fabric as a symbol of purity and new beginnings. But who decided that the most important dress of a woman's life had to be one specific shade? As bridal fashion continues to evolve, more and more trend-setting brides are ditching the white rule and saying I do to wedding dresses in every gorgeous color of the rainbow.