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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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How to Handle Overbearing Parents When Wedding Planning
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How to Handle Overbearing Parents When Wedding Planning

If your parents seem extra overbearing while wedding planning, you’re not alone. Here are our favorite tips for handling the complexities of parents while planning your wedding day.

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Bridal Party vs. Wedding Party: What's the Difference?

What's the difference between a wedding party & a bridal party? Learn more & get expert planning tips to help you prepare for the big day.

How to Fit Wedding Planning into Your Schedule
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How to Fit Wedding Planning into Your Schedule

Wedding planning is time-consuming, especially when you and your spouse lead busy lives with school, children, classes, and/or work. Here’s how to fit wedding planning into your day-to-day life, without letting it become overwhelming.

How to Create a Stunning Rehearsal Dinner at Home
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How to Create a Stunning Rehearsal Dinner at Home

Rehearsal dinners at home are the perfect intimate celebration before the big day. Read all about planning the perfect one.

The Case for Kids at Weddings
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The Case for Kids at Weddings: 'How Babysitting the Flower Girl Changed My Opinion'

What happens when one of your bridesmaid duties is babysitting a flower girl? Curious? Continue reading this heartwarming story.

Do You Have to Write Wedding Vows?
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Do You Have to Write Wedding Vows?

If you’re about to have a wedding, you may be wondering, “Do you have to write wedding vows?” Get all your questions answered here.

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How to Save Money as a Wedding Guest

Weddings are expensive—for couples and guests. Save your money—and your sanity—with our best advice on how to save money as a wedding guest.

Bridesmaid Duties
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The Bridesmaid Duties: A Full Breakdown

Being a bridesmaid means agreeing to a fairly long list of responsibilities. We’ve put together a comprehensive list of bridesmaid duties.

How to Get a Prenup
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How to Get a Prenup

If you’re considering getting a prenup, this blog post is for you. Find out everything you need to know with this comprehensive guide.

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How to Write Wedding Thank You Cards

Here are some etiquette tips and timing guidelines to help you mail your wedding thank you notes in proper style.

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Do You Need a Day-Of Wedding Coordinator?

In short, yes. However, aAsk yourself these questions to determine whether or not you need to hire a wedding coordinator day of, and you won’t regret it.

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How Soon is Too Soon To Ask Someone to Be Your +1?

So, you get to bring a plus-one to that wedding—but who should it be? Find out how to narrow down your choices and figure out if it's too soon to ask someone to be your plus-one here.

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