Weddings

Wedding Showers & Parties

The party starts way before the wedding. From rehearsal dinners and bridal showers to bachelor, bachelorette, and engagement parties, we have the best inspiration and advice for hosting a pre-wedding celebration.

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42 Bridal Shower Themes, From Classic to Creative, No One Will Ever Forget

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How to Choose Eco-Friendly Party Supplies for a Sustainable Celebration

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17 Wedding Trends You'll See Everywhere in 2024, According to Experts

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Darcy Miller's Tips for Picking the Perfect Party Palette

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11 Traditional Wedding Vows to Exchange During Your Ceremony

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105 Short and Sweet Wedding Quotes To Express Your Love

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30 Creative Wedding Rituals That Symbolize Unity

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47 Bridal Shower Games and Activities to Keep Your Guests Entertained

Bridal Shower Etiquette You Need to Know

Father of the Bride Speeches That Knocked It Out of the Park

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Everything You Need to Know About Engagement Party Gifts

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A Basic Wedding Ceremony Outline for Planning the Order of Your I Dos

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26 Fun Wedding Games That'll Keep Guests Laughing

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When Should You Have Your Bridal Shower?

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21 Tips for Planning an Unforgettable Bridal Shower

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30 Casual Wedding Ideas for Your Low-Key Big Day

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52 Tips for Planning Your Wedding Reception

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40 Unique and Unexpected Bridal Shower Ideas for Your Celebration

What to Do With Your Engagement Ring During the Wedding

Your Bachelorette Party Etiquette Questions, Answered

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The Etiquette of Engagement Parties

The Etiquette of Wedding Rehearsal Dinners

Attending Your First Mehndi Party? Here's What You Need to Know About This Pre-Wedding Event

What to Say When Proposing—Besides the Obvious

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Is It Rude to Invite Someone to a Shower But Not the Wedding? Here's What Experts Say

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Our 19 Most Inventive Wedding Buffet Ideas From Real Weddings

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50 of the Best Mother-Son Dance Songs—Plus, How to Choose a Tune Of Your Own

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Unexpected Wedding Food Ideas Your Guests Will Love

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29 Food Trucks and Mobile Bars That Can Roll Right Up to Your Wedding

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Unique Passed Appetizers Guaranteed to Elevate Your Cocktail Hour

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25 Finger Foods for Weddings That Will Satisfy Every Palate

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31 Wedding Seating Chart Ideas That Will Impress Your Guests

Who Gets a Bridal Shower Invitation?

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The Ultimate Wedding Day Checklist: What You'll Need for Every Part of Your Event

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15 Bridal Shower Alternatives That Guarantee a Good Time

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A Guide to 28 Signature Cocktails—Arranged by Spirit or Wine Type

Your Ultimate Wedding Reception Checklist

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30 His and Hers Cocktails to Inspire Your Own Signature Drink

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27 Bachelorette Party Games and Activities for Letting Loose with Your Bridesmaids

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What's My Fiancé's Role in the Bridal Shower?

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27 After-Party Ideas That Will Keep the Party Going

9 Bachelorette Party Games That Are Totally Classy

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21 Cocktail Hour Food Ideas Your Guests Will Love

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Insanely Creative Escort Cards and Seating Displays

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50 Ideas for an Unforgettable Post-Wedding Brunch

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24 Wedding Table Settings to Inspire Your Own

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Who Is Responsible for Throwing the Bridal Shower?

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25 Cocktail Hour Ideas from Real Weddings

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45 Guest Books From Real Weddings

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Use This Maid of Honor Speech Template for the Perfect Wedding Toast

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32 Tall Wedding Centerpieces That Will Take Your Reception Tables to New Heights

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14 Unique Wedding Vow Ideas for the Modern Couple

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10 Essential Wedding Events to Include in Your Planning Timeline

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The Pros and Cons of a Family-Style Wedding Meal

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24 Wedding Cupcakes That Will Wow Your Guests

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26 Unique Ideas for Your Wedding Exit

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The Dos and Don'ts of Dressing for an Engagement Party

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Can One of the Bride's Relative Host the Bridal Shower?

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Your Ultimate Bridal Shower Checklist and Timeline for Celebrating the Bride-to-Be

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23 Candle Centerpieces That Will Light Up Your Reception

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36 of the Best Wedding Cake Toppers

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A Complete Guide to Planning Your Wedding Recessional

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