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Everything You Need to Know about the Bouquet Toss
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Everything You Need to Know about the Bouquet Toss

Questioning if you should really throw your beautiful wedding bouquet during your reception? We walk through the pros of both going for it and opting for an easy alternative.

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Wedding Coloring Pages for Kids: How to Include and Entertain Your Smallest Guests

Plan a child-friendly wedding with these fun coloring pages and activities for kids.

August Wedding? Here's Everything You Need to Know
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August Wedding? Here's Everything You Need to Know

We’re gathering all the details you need to pull off your August wedding.

how long is a wedding reception
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How Long Is a Wedding Reception? - Reception Timeline

As most venues charge by the hour, having insight into a wedding reception's length is critical to your plans and budget. Find out what to expect.

Where to Buy Bulk Wedding Favors
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Bulk Wedding Favors: Where to Buy Them + 12 Ideas

Wedding favors are more affordable in bulk. Here’s where to buy bulk wedding favors for your special day.

Best Wedding Favors
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30 Wedding Favor Ideas To Make Your Guests Smile

From koozies to succulents, infused oil to hand sanitizer, there are a lot of wedding favors to consider when selecting for your big day. With that in mind, we’ve compiled the best wedding favors, to take the guesswork out of gifts for your guests.

2022 Wedding Traditions
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The Wedding Traditions We'll See in 2022—And The Ones We Won't

In Zola’s First Look Report, over 3,000 engaged couples shared the wedding traditions that they’re keeping, leaving, and are split on for their 2022 weddings. Here’s what they had to say.

Boho Wedding Favors
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Bohemian Wedding Favors for the Carefree Couple

How to pick favors with boho flair your guests will love.

How Old Should a Ring Bearer Be?
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How Old Should a Ring Bearer Be? Tips for Choosing One

Find the ideal age for a ring bearer. Tips for selecting a charming young participant in weddings. Make the ceremony special with our guide

Best Plant Wedding Favors
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15 Plant Wedding Favors Ideas You’ll Love

Grow in love with these popular plant wedding favors.

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Wedding Night Confessions: 10 Newlyweds Dish on How to Manage Expectations

What happens on the wedding night? Read stories from real couples about what they expected…and what actually happened!

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A Guide to Wedding Vows

Learn all you need to know about wedding vows and use our flowchart to determine whether you should write your own—plus find tons of examples of traditional vows to inspire you.

Find even more wedding ideas, inspo, tips, and tricks

We’ve got wedding planning advice on everything from save the dates to wedding cakes.