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How To Plan A Wedding For Under $5000 (17 Budget Ideas)

Is it possible to plan a wedding for under $5,000? Yes, it is possible to plan a wedding for under $5,000. Some of the ways to drastically lower your costs are by inviting fewer guests, choosing a non-traditional wedding venue, doing some DIY with your food and decor, and getting married outside of peak wedding…

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Best Backyard Wedding Planning Guide (And Checklist)

Are you thinking about having your wedding in your backyard (or in someone else’s backyard)? Backyard weddings are amazing! I feel like I can offer some unique insight since I planned my own backyard wedding (85 guests) Here is what we will be covering in this article: How Do You Plan A Backyard Wedding? Planning…

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100 Will You Be My Bridesmaid Proposal Ideas (2025)

Are you looking for the best “Will you be my bridesmaid” proposal ideas? We have put together this ultimate guide to help you with the process. Asking someone to be your bridesmaid or maid of honor is one of the most important things that you will do during the beginning of your wedding planning journey….

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100 Questions To Ask Your Wedding Venue (PDF Checklist)

We have put together a printable pdf checklist of about 100 questions to ask your wedding venue. You might be wondering about things like: Here is what we cover in this article: Pricing And Availability Questions To Ask Your Wedding Venue Before Booking Asking questions about venue availability and pricing should be your first priority….

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Free Wedding Planning PDF (Printable Planner Worksheets)

A good printable wedding planner isn’t just a bunch of cute pages—it’s a tool that helps you stay organized, save money, and keep your sanity during one of the busiest seasons of your life. But not all planners are created equal. The best ones include thoughtful, practical sections that walk you through the entire wedding…

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Do You Wear Your Engagement Ring Down The Aisle?

We have photographed and planned over 500 weddings, and one common question we hear from brides on the morning of the wedding is: “Should I wear my engagement ring when I walk down the aisle?” You wear your engagement ring down the aisle but temporarily transfer it to your right ring finger. This allows your…

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What If My Engagement Ring Is Too Small (How To Fix)

I just engaged, but I think that my engagement ring is too small. Getting engaged is one of the most exciting times in your life, but finding out that your engagement ring is too small can put a damper on the mood — but don’t worry! An engagement ring (or wedding band) that doesn’t properly…