Over the last few years, the trend of having mismatched bridesmaid dresses—whether in style, color, or pattern—has been on the rise. My hot take? I love it. Allowing your bridesmaids to choose their dresses, within limits, can make them feel much more comfortable and confident. Not everyone has the same body type, skin tone, or…
Author: Reagan Gorkow
5 Ways To Cut Your Wedding Budget Without Losing The Magic
If you’re planning your big day and feeling overwhelmed by your wedding budget, you’re not alone. Between the venue, food, flowers, and every little detail in between, it adds up fast. But the good news is you can absolutely have a beautiful, memorable wedding without spending a fortune. Focus on what really matters and be…
Hot Take: Stop Obsessing Over “Pinterest-Perfect”
Let’s be honest, the idea of “Pinterest-Perfect” has kind of ruined wedding expectations. Don’t get me wrong, I love a well-styled ceremony and reception, all with a perfectly cohesive theme. But somewhere along the way, we let inspiration turn into a blueprint. Like you have to follow every detail, every napkin fold, to make the…
10 Wedding Details You Can Totally Skip
Wedding are beautiful, of course, but they can also be overwhelming… and expensive. The good news? There are plenty of “traditional” wedding details that you can leave out of your big day. If you’re looking to save time, money, or a bit of your sanity, here are 10 things you can skip without anyone batting…
Elopements Are Trending: Here’s Why
“Eloping” used to mean sneaking off to Vegas and getting married in secret by an Elvis impersonator. But now, elopements are an increasingly popular way for couples to tie the knot. With a growing shift toward authenticity, flexibility, and financial mindfulness, more couples in 2025 are choosing to ditch the big wedding in favor of…
10 Steps to Planning Your Wedding
Newly engaged and trying to plan your special day? Planning a wedding is a daunting task, but knowing what to do and when to do it can ease the stress. Here’s a step-by-step guide to the key steps of planning your wedding. Step 0: Before It All Before you start planning your wedding, and even…






