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Lots of questions come up when planning a wedding. Find answers to all of your wedding planning questions in these articles. From which vendors to tip to most common wedding etiquette questions to how to write thank-you cards, our experts guide you through.

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Wedding planning 101

How to Plan a Dry Wedding + Tips

Planning a dry wedding might seem challenging—but it doesn't have to be! Expert wedding planners share their tips for planning a fun, memorable, alcohol-free wedding.

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Planning an Elopement: A Comprehensive Guide for the Perfect Getaway

A step-by-step guide on how to elope. We cover everything from choosing your witness to picking the location, so you don’t have to stress about a thing.

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How to Talk to Friends Who Weren't Invited to Your Wedding

You can't invite everyone to your wedding—for a number of reasons. Read on to learn how to talk to friends who aren't invited to your wedding, tactfully.

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How to Stick to a Small Wedding Guest List

Make a small guest list and stick to it with these expert tips for cutting down your wedding guest list so it fits your vision and your wedding budget.

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What Do You Write In a Marriage Advice Card?

It can be hard to find the right words and strike the appropriate tone when giving heartfelt marriage advice in a card. Here are some ideas for what to write and what to avoid, according to relationship experts.

What to Look for in a Wedding Vendor Contract
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What to Look for in a Wedding Vendor Contract

Getting ready to sign a wedding vendor contract? Learn about the important details to look for with this complete guide.

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How to Have a Small Destination Wedding

There’s something special about getting married in a beautiful travel locale with your closest loved ones. Dreaming of having a small destination wedding? We explore the top five things you need to know.

What Do Bridesmaids Pay For?
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What Do Bridesmaids Pay For?

Wondering what you’re going to have to pay for as a bridesmaid? Learn about your bridesmaid duties with this complete guide.

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How Many People Should I Invite to My Wedding?

What's the average wedding size? How do you decide who to invite? Here's everything you need to know about guest lists and who to invite.

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The First 10 Things to Do When Planning a Wedding

You're engaged—congrats! To help you ease into wedding planning, we’re here with a list of the very first things you should do once you get engaged.

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Should I Invite My Ex to My Wedding?

It may seem obvious, but sometimes exes go to weddings. Here's how to decide if you should invite your ex to your wedding, how to deal if your partner wants to invite an ex, and how to talk about it.

Who to Invite to a Rehearsal Dinner
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Who to Invite to a Rehearsal Dinner: Planning & Etiquette

Craft the perfect wedding rehearsal dinner guest list. Our guide helps you select the perfect guests for a memorable pre-wedding celebration.

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