Wedding Planning

A step-by-step guide to building a realistic wedding budget—set your total range, prioritize what matters, plan for hidden costs, allocate percentages, add a buffer, track expenses, and stay aligned with your vision without constant stress.

Confused about wedding planner vs coordinator? This guide breaks down what each role covers, when to hire them, and how to choose the right level of support so your wedding day feels seamless and stress-free.

A thoughtful guide to wedding gifts for attendants and family—meaningful ideas for bridesmaids, groomsmen, parents, siblings, and grandparents, plus timing tips, etiquette, and what to avoid.

A pro wedding planner’s wedding emergency kit checklist—everything to pack for quick fixes, beauty touch-ups, comfort needs, and day-of logistics so your wedding stays calm, polished, and stress-free.

A clear breakdown of traditional wedding coverage—what the bride and groom (and their families) typically pay for, plus how modern couples are splitting costs today so budgeting feels fair and stress-free.

A heartfelt guide to honoring your mom on your wedding day with meaningful, personal ideas—special morning moments, ceremony touches, keepsakes, toasts, photos, and gentle ways to remember her if she’s no longer here.

A practical, stress-free guide to building your wedding guest list—how to start with your vision, organize names into buckets, use A/B/C lists, set plus-one rules, and keep your count aligned with your venue and budget.

A complete wedding day essentials checklist for a calm, stress-free celebration—what the bride and groom need, ceremony and reception must-haves, an emergency kit, and simple packing tips to stay organized.

Your wedding day experience depends on your vendor team. Here are the top vendors to prioritize—planner/coordinator, photographer/videographer/content creator, and DJ/entertainment—plus a quick checklist to guide your booking decisions.

Before you tour wedding venues, read this. Here are five key things couples wish they knew—guest count, what’s included, light and layout, logistics, and when to book—plus a must-ask questions checklist to save time, stress, and money.

Even the most organized couple needs backup on wedding day. Here’s what a wedding coordinator does, why it matters, and how coordination turns stress into celebration so you can actually be present.

A curated list of 10 Lexington, Kentucky wedding venues we love—plus the cheat sheet you need to choose faster. Get venue vibes, estimated guest counts, rain plan tips, and a simple question to help you shortlist with confidence.