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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 Guests are Prepping for Weddings in 2022
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How Guests are Prepping For One of the Busiest Wedding Years Ever

We surveyed over 2,500 wedding guests to find out how they’re getting ready for weddings this year.

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How to Tell Friends They Aren't In the Wedding Party

You can't invite everyone to be part of your wedding party even if some friends expect it. Talk to them with tact with our guide to telling friends they aren't in the wedding party.

maid of honor cries at wedding
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So, You're a First-Time Maid of Honor

Being a maid of honor is a huge, well, honor. Here's everything you need to know about being the best maid of honor and how to feel confident in your role.

Wedding Officiant Duties
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The Duties of a Wedding Officiant

Find out everything you need to know about wedding officiant duties with this informative guide. Read on for more.

Massachusetts Wedding Planning Tips
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Massachusetts Wedding Planning Tips

Your Massachusetts wedding will be a hit—especially if you take a look through these tips from Zola!

How to Navigate Wedding Planning in the Midst of Grief
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How to Navigate Wedding Planning in the Midst of Grief

Your wedding day is one of the happiest in your life, but missing a loved one can make it difficult. We've partnered with Lantern to bring you expert advice on how to make this process easier.

Black Muslim Wedding
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What to Expect at a Black Muslim Wedding

For a first-time guest, attending a Black Muslim wedding can be a unique experience. Here are a few elements you can expect at the ceremony.

drunk wedding guests
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How to Handle a Super Drunk Wedding Guest

Weddings are celebrations and things can get out of hand. Here's exactly how to deal with drunk wedding guests (and even prevent too much over-drinking).

What Percentage of Guests Should You Expect to Come to Your Wedding?
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How Many Guests Should I Expect to Come to My Wedding?

There are many factors that determine the average wedding size. One of the biggest ones? The percentage of invited guests that actually attend.

bride and groom with wedding party
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10 Common Wedding Party Disagreements—and How to Solve Them

Sometimes issues come up between wedding party members. Here are the most common wedding party disagreements, from money to attire concerns, and how to resolve them quickly.

Make Your Zoom Wedding More Interactive
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Tips to Make Your Zoom Wedding More Interactive With Guests

Adding a virtual element to your wedding day can be tricky, especially if you still want it to feel like a celebration and not a work meeting. Here are some must-know tips to make your Zoom wedding day more interactive and celebratory for guests near and far.

how to become a wedding officiant
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How to Become a Wedding Officiant

Thinking about becoming a wedding officiant? Follow these 5 steps to make it official.

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

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