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15 Summer Wedding Colors (with Matching Invitations) for Your Big Day

Summer wedding colors: bridesmaids posing at the camera

The summer months are the perfect time of year for a beautiful ceremony and reception — whether you want a big, bold celebration or something more understated and casual. As you begin your wedding planning journey, one of the first decisions you’ll make is choosing your summer wedding colors.

With so many gorgeous color palette ideas to choose from, it’s no wonder so many couples get stuck at this stage. But no worries! We’re here to help with this guide to the best summer wedding colors trending right now — plus some of our favorite wedding invitations to match.
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Rustic Romance: 15 Country Wedding Ideas to Set the Scene

Country wedding invitation cards

Amazing wedding themes are abundant, but one of our favorites is a country wedding. This style featuring rustic elements is typically hosted outside and lends itself to beautiful, seasonal-inspired color palettes.

If you want to create a country wedding, you’re in the right place. Read on to discover our all-time favorite ideas to help you plan, host, and enjoy the country-themed wedding day of your dreams.
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17 Delightful Spring Wedding Colors for Your Big Day

Spring wedding colors: bride holding a bouquet of flowers

Spring is a wonderful time for a wedding. The season offers plenty of inspiration for your big day, including your color palette. Pastels, soft neutrals, and bold contrasts (like fuchsia and soft pink or navy and light blue) are perennial favorites. With so many options, how do you know which spring wedding colors to choose?

Fortunately, we have some ideas. Whether you’re planning a March wedding, April wedding, or May wedding, this guide to the best spring wedding colors will help. Discover wedding color palette suggestions, decor and styling tips, and some of our favorite wedding invitations to match the look.
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21 Groomsmen Gift Ideas to Say Thank You

Groomsmen gift ideas: gift box with a bronze ribbon

How do you thank your groomsmen for making your big day feel even more special? With the best groomsmen gifts, of course! 

Read on to discover our top gift recommendations for your best man, groomsmen, and wedding party. From cufflinks to coasters, these groomsmen gift ideas will suit a variety of budgets, tastes, and styles. 
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13 Green Wedding Ideas for a Stylish and Sustainable Celebration

For many of us, our wedding day reflects our values. We celebrate in meaningful ways to create moments we’ll cherish forever. If sustainability and minimizing your impact on the local community are important to you, planning a green wedding is a wonderful way to put your priorities into practice. 

Here, we’ve rounded up eco-friendly wedding ideas and tips to reduce your environmental footprint without sacrificing quality or style on your big day. From seasonal wedding flowers to paperless stationery, these eco-chic ideas will help you share your love not only with each other but also with Mother Nature. 
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What to Wear to a Wedding: A Guide for Every Dress Code

What to wear to a wedding: group of people smiling at the camera

You’ve received a wedding invitation, and you’re excited to RSVP for the wonderful occasion. The big question is: What do you wear?

If you’re looking for ideas on what to wear to a wedding, we have options. Discover top tips on how to decide what to wear on the happy couple’s big day along with some of our favorite go-to wedding guest outfit ideas and inspiration.
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14 Bridesmaid Gifts to Suit Every Budget and Personality

Bridesmaid gifts: bridesmaid taking out a wallet from a paper bag

Your bridesmaids are not only your closest friends and family, but they’re also your support team leading up to the big day. From helping you with wedding details and preparing the bridal shower to standing by your side as you say “I do,” they’re an important part of this momentous experience. 

So it’s no surprise that you want to show your appreciation by giving them a special bridesmaid gift. Read on to discover fun, fashionable, and thoughtful bridesmaid gifts at a variety of price points. 
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Wedding Checklist: Stay Organized With This Timeline and To-Do List

Wedding checklist: woman planning a wedding

Congratulations on being happily engaged. Now it’s time to start planning the wedding! First, take a minute to revel in the magic of this moment — we’re so happy for you and so are all of your loved ones. This is one of the most special times in your life and you deserve to be happy. 

While wedding planning can be stressful at times, having a wedding checklist will keep you organized and help you enjoy the planning process. Here, we’ll guide you through every step with a helpful wedding checklist formatted in easy-to-follow timelines. Work through each one and check off every item on the to-do list until you’re finally exchanging your vows and saying “I do.”
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Remember Every Detail With This Wedding Decor Checklist

Wedding decor checklist: outdoor wedding reception setting

Ready to start planning your dream wedding decor and want to make sure you don’t miss a single thing? What you need is a wedding decor checklist!

Use this guide to help cover all the details that play a big role in making your big day feel beautiful, special, and timeless. Forget about worrying if you’ve remembered the table linens or a welcome sign — this wedding decor checklist has it all.
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Stock the Bar Party Planning Tips to Celebrate the Happy Couple

Cocktail equipment and a stock the bar party invitation on a tablet screen

You’ve heard of wedding showers and bridal showers, but what about a stock the bar party? This trendy celebration is a co-ed gathering where guests come together to ensure the newlyweds have everything they need to imbibe in style. Use it in place of a traditional pre-wedding day shower or add it as a bonus event to get everyone together one more time.

Here, we’ll dive deeper into what a stock the bar party entails and what you need to know to plan one. We’ll cover etiquette and other tips, plus invitation designs you can customize to get the party started!
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