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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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Turning down a wedding invitation
Wedding planning 101

How to Tell a Loved One You Don't Feel Comfortable Attending Their Wedding

Turning down a wedding invite can be hard, but if you’re not comfortable attending due to COVID-19 concerns, here’s how to say ‘no thanks’ nicely and effectively.

What Happens if You Don't Get a Prenup
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What Happens if You Don't Get a Prenup?

We’ll walk you through the best way to approach the topic with your partner—and what to do if you disagree.

January Wedding? Here’s Everything You Need to Know
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January Wedding? Here’s Everything You Need to Know

Jump into a new year and new beginnings by throwing a January wedding. Here's your guide to planning your ceremony this month.

rsvp cards and reminders
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How to Politely Remind Guests to RSVP

Late RSVPs are a part of every wedding. Don't stress. Instead, follow our guide to kindly reminding your guests to please RSVP for your wedding.

bride with bridesmaids on wedding day
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Period Coming On Your Wedding Day? Here's What to Do

Periods happen—even on your wedding day. Here's expert advice on how to manage your period on your wedding day and how to keep calm about the situation.

couples dance at wedding reception
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We Were Invited to a Friend's Wedding—Do We Have to Invite Them to Ours?

It's not always black and white—sometimes you should invite someone who invited you to their wedding, other times you don't have to. Let's break down the etiquette around this tricky guest list question.

bilingual wedding sign
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How to Plan a Bilingual Wedding

While you and your spouse likely speak the same language, your guests may not. Here’s how to plan a bilingual wedding

wedding readers read at wedding ceremony
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How to Choose Wedding Readers

Wedding readers have the important job of reading passages or poems during your ceremony, but who is best for the job? Here's how to choose wedding readers—and some potential wedding reader options.

couple getting married in DC
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How to Get Married in Washington DC: A Complete Guide

Dreaming of saying your “I Do’s” in the nation’s capital city? From venue options and wedding costs to the best places for photos, here’s everything you need to know about getting married in Washington, DC.

couple exits church after wedding
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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.

Does the Mother of the Groom Give a Speech at the Rehearsal Dinner?
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Does the Mother of the Groom Give a Speech at the Rehearsal Dinner?

Wondering if the mother of the groom will give a speech at the rehearsal dinner? Continue reading to find out.

Not Inviting Family to Your Wedding: Do's and Don'ts
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Not Inviting Family to Your Wedding: Do's and Don'ts

When creating your wedding guest list, you have to decide what family members to invite to your special day.

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