Planning & Parties Blog

This Lakefront Celebration is Filled with Romance: The Real Wedding of Brandy Hanover-Ferris and Cody Ferris

After meeting on the dating app Coffee Meets Bagel, Brandy and Cody's first official date was to a Detroit Tiger's baseball game. Cody decided to try and trick Brandy when he was going to propose. He took her to Holland's tulip festival posing it as family photos for their Christmas cards.

A Scenic, Golden-Hour Golf Course Celebration: The Real Wedding of Cassie and Cole Bellair

Even though they were high school sweethearts, Cassie and Cole actually met when they were in just grade school. After dating for several years, Cole decided to propose to Cassie on a beach during a vacation to Naples. As Cassie puts it, "It was a complete and total surprise!"

7 Mistakes Newlyweds Make When Renovating Their First Home

You’ve finally found the one — your dream home, that is. It’s you and your spouse’s first home together, so it has to be remarkable. Before you dive headfirst into renovation, it pays to know the common pitfalls that could turn your house into a stress-inducing nightmare.

Choosing Sustainable Vendors for Your Wedding Is Simple With These 6 Tips

Finding sustainable vendors may feel like searching for a needle in a haystack, especially when you don’t know where and how to begin. Fortunately, there are many ways you can kick-start your search.

Marry Passion and Profit With These 8 Crucial Insights for Aspiring Wedding Industry Entrepreneurs

Helping people pull off the most romantic day of their lives is exhilarating. You might want to make that your career if you’re an aspiring wedding industry entrepreneur. Before you start investing in a business idea, check out a few insights that could propel your professional development.

Earthy, Rustic Romance in Goshen, Indiana: The Real Wedding of Courtney and Kyle Doroh

When Courtney's childhood friend Alexys and Kyle's good friend Alan invited them over for a game night, Courtney and Kyle never thought they would meet the love of their lives! After dating awhile, Kyle proposed while they were on a trip to see Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton.

Save the Date and the Down Payment: 5 Tips for Balancing Wedding and House Savings

Nothing beats the excitement of planning a wedding, but when you're also saving for a home, managing both financial goals can quickly become overwhelming. Fortunately, with some planning, it’s possible to achieve both without sacrificing your dream day or your future house.

Should You Hire Security for Your Wedding? 8 Points to Consider

Wedding planning can be so overwhelming that you might overlook mundane details, including security. Investing in professional security services can be a game-changer, ensuring a stress-free celebration.

Explore the eight reasons you should consider security personnel on your big day.

Moving in After Marriage Made Easy: 8 Points to Remember

From your proposal to your honeymoon, chances are the last few months or even years have been a whirlwind. When you and your partner are ready to move in together, remember the following tips and tricks for a smooth transition into your new home.

Raise the Bar for Your Bachelorette Party by Making These 11 Fun Changes

Are you planning a bachelorette party for your squad? Organizing this big night out can add to the stress of your wedding preparations, but don't let it stop you from popping the champagne and having a good time with your closest friends.