A bridal shower is a fantastic way to celebrate a bride-to-be officially. Not only is it one of the first pre-wedding events where friends and family from both sides get to meet each other, but it’s also filled with fun decor, snacks, gifts, and games—and it’s the perfect excuse to get fancy! If you’re in …
A bridal shower is a fun, celebratory occasion that allows the bride’s close friends and family members to spend time together before the big day. It’s also a practical opportunity for guests to “shower” the bride-to-be with gifts to help her establish a home with her future spouse. Bridal showers originated centuries ago during the …
Rustic, nautical, white wedding; you must have run into more than a few wedding themes while browsing for inspirations or attending weddings, but have you thought about what goes behind each theme? We think that a wedding theme should be about more than mere looks or trends. Above all else, a wedding theme should reflect …
Knowing how to pick your wedding colours is sometimes easier said than done, but it’s an important step in your planning process. In addition to being an extension of your styles as a couple, a carefully chosen colour palette can make all the difference when creating a cohesive wedding aesthetic. It’s a good idea to …
A themed wedding is a perfect opportunity for creative couples to celebrate their union in a style that reflects their personalities. If you’re thinking of having a themed wedding, here are some pros and cons to consider. Does your wedding need a theme? There’s been quite a shift in the last 6 to 10 years …
Corsages are worn for weddings, proms, formal events, Mother’s Day, holidays, semi-formal occasions, memorials, graduations and any significant occasion. They identify people in a group, show a person’s convictions, honour someone and complement the attire as a fashion accessory. Corsages are made with any type of flowers, ribbons and ferns. They can be creative, elegant …
Online invitations are a fabulous option for all your pre-wedding events—we’re talking engagement parties (yes, your loved ones might throw you more than one!), the bridal shower, bachelor/ette parties, welcome cocktails and more. Online invitations are more affordable, eco-friendly alternatives to paper invites—and they’re gorgeous and customisable to suit your style. We firmly stand by …
It’s common for brides to spend many months finding their perfect wedding dress, while not as much thought goes into finding the perfect groom’s suit, and this can end up being left until the last minute. While finding your husband-to-be’s ideal suit might not be as high up the priority list as securing the wedding …
Congrats—you’re the best man! It’s a pretty good feeling when one of your friends or relatives asks you to be their right hand for the wedding. But lurking beyond all the fun, harmless stuff—planning an epic bachelor party and crushing the dance floor, to name a couple—is your final, and arguably most meaningful, duty: the …
Being a bridesmaid means agreeing to a fairly long list of responsibilities. As a part of the Bride Tribe, a bridesmaid is expected to plan and attend all pre-wedding parties, help out with aspects of the wedding planning as needed, and be present and available to the bride on the wedding weekend. We’ve divided the …
Your rehearsal dinner is (usually) the final pre-wedding party before the big day, and it’s an important one. Not only will it give you one extra night of fun to share with your friends and family, but it’s also the perfect time to set your plans for the wedding day in stone. If you don’t …
Usually, when you’re trying to work out the meaning of a word or phrase, you’ll head to the English Oxford Dictionary, but for this one, we’re heading to Urban Dictionary. You better believe it. According to Urban Dictionary, a hen night is “a girl’s night outlaid on for the bride getting married the next day”. …
When you’re pulling together an entire look for the rehearsal dinner, you also have to keep in mind the rest of what you need to wear beyond just your clothing. “For accessories, try to figure out one piece of your outfit to be a focal point,” Bergthold said. “Don’t be afraid to layer jewellery, whether …
This is going to be a quick and easy guide to what camera to get when starting concert photography. I literally get this question daily. I keep telling people to go to dpreview.com – which is good, it’s an amazing site you can compare cameras side by side, and they even have these fantastic buying …
Mirrorless cameras, (also known as MILCs: Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Cameras), offer a great compromise between size, features, image quality, and price. Amateur photographers looking to up their game from a point and shoot can get the hang of them quickly, and prosumers looking for portability without sacrificing options love them too. So which are the …
Having a flower girl as part of the wedding party dates back to the Victorian Era or earlier. The original intention was to use her as a way to provide entertainment to wedding guests who would ooh and aah as she walked down the aisle. These days her main purpose might not be to entertain, …
You likely test-drove several vehicles before buying your last car, read every tech blog possible to see which smartphone was best for you, and even texted a few dressing-room pics of yourself to a friend before buying that cute maxi dress. As an educated, modern woman, you know researching your options and getting a few …
To plan a Kitchen Tea is a lovely way to include friends and family of all ages, from the little flower girls to the elderly ladies. This needn’t be a formal affair and could take place in a home, a pretty garden or formal venue. It is usually the responsibility of a sister, friend or …
Research indicates you can get mad as hell or avoid conflict altogether. But the positivity must outweigh the negativity by five to one. If you are worried about the future of your marriage or relationship, you have plenty of company. There’s no denying that this is a frightening time for couples. More than half of …
First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes the crushing realisation that, sheesh, this whole ’til death do us part thing takes a lot of work. A few years into marriage, many couples find that the top reasons for divorce become a little clearer. The truth is nearly 20 per cent of married couples divorce …
Are you planning your wedding and needing a way to inject a little bit of magic or glamour? Can you not decide what that extra special touch should be to make your day incredible? It can be challenging to determine if wedding fireworks are a good or bad thing for weddings, and you do need …
Sending your wedding invitations means that things are about to get real—your big day is quickly approaching, and you’ll soon find out who will be attending the celebration. When thinking about when to send wedding invitations, it’s essential to mail them out during that sweet spot, a time that’s not too close to your wedding …
A “Gobo” is a small stencilled circular disc and used in lighting fixtures to create a projected image or pattern. The term Gobo is short for “Go Between Optics”, describing the location where it needs to be positioned in the light path of a lighting fixture. While Gobos are not a new technology, they are …
Of course, you’re going to look stunning at the altar. And while all eyes turn to the bride, the groom gets his fair share of attention too. So finding your groom’s style is just as important as finding your own. But where to start? We’ll always love a classic tux, but some trends shouldn’t be …
To help answer this question we’ve provided this quick and easy guide for you to reference. The first step is identifying which styling of lighting you are wanting to achieve – Accent, Moderate, or Maximum. Then you can see how many lights you need based on the number of guests, the room dimensions, or square …
Your ceremony went off without a hitch, and your reception was a major hit. Itmight be hard to believe that your wedding day is over, and, after the epic party you just threw, your guests likely feel the same way. For the ultimate ending to the perfect day, send them off with something to remember …
When it comes to being a bridesmaid in a wedding, preparedness is your new best friend. The day may begin early in the morning and hopefully, ends after midnight. And you better believe there isn’t a lot of time for a Target run. That’s why packing your wedding day tote bag with all the essentials …
Your wedding reception is a major part of your wedding. It’s the “social” part of the day, and your guests will be looking forward to the food, alcohol, and dancing. That is why choosing the right wedding caterer is so important. There are two things your guests will remember: the quality of the food and …
Choosing the right food and drink options is essential to pulling together your vision for your wedding. Your wedding menu will likely be impacted by what foods are in season and are typically associated with the time of year you get married. Keeping in mind the season will ensure that you are serving your guests …
Delight yourselves and your wedding guests with our dry ice for your first dance. Be the bride and groom that dance on a cloud. Create a unique effect that will be remembered by you and your guests forever. It looks amazing in your wedding photos too! As a newly married couple, you are announced into …
