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The Ultimate Wedding Registry Guide: From Basics to Etiquette

March 29, 2024How-To'sLondon K

Your wedding registry is more than just a list of gifts; it’s a blueprint for your new life together! Crafting the perfect registry requires thoughtful consideration, strategic planning, and a touch of etiquette. Let’s dive into the essentials of creating a wedding registry that reflects your style, meets your needs, and makes the gift-giving process seamless for your guests. Start Early, Plan Strategically: Begin crafting your registry as soon as possible to give guests plenty of time to shop. Take inventory of what you already have and identify items you need or want to upgrade. Think about your lifestyle, future plans, and shared interests as a couple to guide … Continue reading The Ultimate Wedding Registry Guide: From Basics to Etiquette →

Bachelorette Bliss: Trending Ideas for Crafting the Perfect Pre-Wedding Celebration!

February 23, 2024How-To'sLondon K

As wedding season approaches, brides-to-be and their closest friends are gearing up for one of the most memorable pre-wedding celebrations: the bachelorette party. This party is a perfect time to spend quality time with the bride before her big day! It’s a time for laughter, connection, and creating unforgettable memories. If you’re the one tasked with planning this important event, you’ll want to make it unforgettable. Here are some trending ideas to consider for an epic bachelorette bash: 1. Destination Getaways: One of the most popular trends in bachelorette parties is jet-setting to a dream destination. Whether it’s a tropical beach retreat, a bustling city escape, or a cozy … Continue reading Bachelorette Bliss: Trending Ideas for Crafting the Perfect Pre-Wedding Celebration! →

Toast of Love: Crafting the Perfect Wedding Speech

January 26, 2024How-To'sLondon K

When tasked with the honor of delivering a wedding speech, it is natural for nerves to kick in. Whether you are the best man, maid of honor, a close friend, or a family member, the pressure to deliver a heartfelt and memorable speech can be daunting. However, with a bit of preparation and confidence, you can deliver a speech that will leave the newlyweds and guests with warm memories to cherish. Here are some of our biggest tips and advice to guide you through the art of giving a wedding speech. Think About the Bride and Groom: Before you embark on crafting your speech, take a moment to reflect … Continue reading Toast of Love: Crafting the Perfect Wedding Speech →

“Beyond Vows: Unveiling 2024’s Wedding Trends”

January 19, 2024How-To'sLondon K

1. Guest Dress Codes: When it comes to weddings in 2024, guest dress codes are taking center stage in the style department. Couples are embracing unique and creative ways to guide their guests on what to wear. This year, expect to see color schemes playing a significant role, with couples choosing specific colors to set the tone for their celebration. Themed dress codes are also gaining popularity, where guests get to express their personalities while also contributing to the overall aesthetic of the event. From vintage glam to modern chic, the options are limitless. 2. Grab & Go Dessert Boxes: A sweet trend that’s gaining … Continue reading “Beyond Vows: Unveiling 2024’s Wedding Trends” →

Vendor Contracts: What You Need to Know

December 9, 2023How-To, How-To's, Wedding Plannersadmin

Your wedding day is such a special day, but it can have a lot of moving parts in the months leading up to it. Vendors are one area of wedding planning that can get a little confusing to keep track of. In this guide, we’ll dive into the need-to-knows about wedding vendor contracts so that you can feel conifident you are signing on for exactly what you want. With these tips, your wedding day dreams can become reality–with a lot less stress! 1. Understand the Basics Before getting stuck on all the details of a vendor, take some time to go over the basics. What services are you looking for … Continue reading Vendor Contracts: What You Need to Know →

Wedding Photography: Behind the Lens with Branson Maxwell!

October 19, 2023How-To's, Photographyadmin

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We reached out to our incredibly talented friend Branson Maxwell to learn a little bit more about wedding photography and ask the questions you all have been wondering! At Salt Lake Bride, we’re so lucky to have a community of passionate photographers dedicated to ensuring your perfect day is beautifully captured! Let’s get into the interview! 1. What got you started in wedding photography? In videography? I started doing travel photos/videos which is how I learned lighting and editing and then grew my company from there. 2. What is your favorite part of wedding photography and videography? My favorite part is seeing my couple’s reactions whenever I deliver … Continue reading Wedding Photography: Behind the Lens with Branson Maxwell! →

2023 Wedding Trends We Want To See

October 7, 2023How-To, How-To's, Reception Ceremony Sitesadmin

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If you are planning a wedding during 2023, here are 3 things that we are hoping to see in the weddings this year! Intimate Ceremonies- After Covid-19, there are many people who don’t want to have a big wedding or ceremony. This year we are hoping to see smaller, more intimate ceremonies with just family and close friends. Smaller ceremonies allow you to be even more personal and can be more comfortable if you don’t want to be in front of a large group. Charcuterie Tables- We all know that charcuterie boards are everywhere and we love them, but have you ever considered doing a charcuterie table for our reception … Continue reading 2023 Wedding Trends We Want To See →

Wedding Day Photography- What to Look For in Your Wedding Photographer

April 4, 2023How-To's, Photographyadmin

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Photos are one of the most special keepsakes you can have from your wedding day. You want to make sure that you pick a good photographer! It can be overwhelming to pick one, because it seems like there are so many to choose from. We’re giving you some of our favorite tips for choosing your perfect wedding photographer here at Salt Lake Bride! Choose a Photographer That Suits Your Style Photographers edit their pictures differently, so look at multiple photographers and check out their social media pages and websites! It’s worth the extra time and effort to find your dream photographer. See if you like how they edit their … Continue reading Wedding Day Photography- What to Look For in Your Wedding Photographer →

Your Reception Menu

March 16, 2023Cakes / Desserts, Catering / Food, How-To, How-To'sadmin

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Reception Food Ideas Planning your reception is a fun part of your wedding. You get to be as creative or as traditional as you want to be! Your reception should reflect who you are as a couple. It can be helpful to think of some things that are unique to you and your significant other. What are your favorite activities to do together? Your favorite songs? Your favorite food? It can add a fun, personal touch when you add some of your favorite things into the details of your reception. When it comes to picking out food for your reception, we’ve got some ideas for you! Dinner or dessert? … Continue reading Your Reception Menu →

Flat Lay Wedding Photography

February 28, 2023How-To, How-To's, Photographyadmin

We’ve been loving the trend of using flat lay photography to capture the details of your wedding aesthetic! Wedding flat lays are a beautiful way to capture the mood and emotion of your big day. Don’t know where to start? We’ll walk you through some of your wedding flat lay must-haves! What to Include What you choose to incorporate into your wedding flat lay is entirely up to you. You can get as creative or traditional as you would like. Here are a few of our favorite ideas: -wedding invitation and envelope -wedding rings -wedding shoes -earrings, necklaces, or other jewelry -veil, headband, or other accessories -perfume and … Continue reading Flat Lay Wedding Photography →

Top 3 Date Night Ideas

February 14, 2023How-To'sadmin

We have all been there, trying to plan date night and get stuck in the process with so many ideas or none at all. We asked around and here are 3 of the top dates ideas that are fun, easy to plan, and can also be inexpensive. Dining In A fun way to save money but still have a unique and creative date night is trying a new recipe you have never made before. It could as simple as homemade pizza or trying something fancy like carbonara pasta with homemade sourdough bread. You can find a new recipe, plan out the meal, and even add some ambience with some candles … Continue reading Top 3 Date Night Ideas →

Picking Out the Perfect Spring Florals

February 9, 2023Flowers, How-To, How-To'sadmin

Flowers are such an important part of your wedding. They’re the perfect way to tie in your color scheme with the season, all while adding your own personal flair. It can be overwhelming to choose how you want your flowers to look, but don’t worry! We’ve got the perfect tips for you so that you are able to have the spring florals of your dreams. Start with a Vision Pinterest and Instagram are great resources when it comes to finding your dream wedding bouquet. There are thousands of wedding bouquet pictures on the internet! You can check out what’s been done before and then put your own spin on it! … Continue reading Picking Out the Perfect Spring Florals →

Tips for Choosing Your Wedding Color Scheme

January 24, 2023How-To, How-To'sadmin

You’re planning a wedding! CONGRATS! Now you have to pick your wedding color scheme… where do you even start? The task may seem daunting at first – but don’t worry! We’ll be sharing four tips with you that will help you pick a perfect color scheme for your big day. Pay attention to the season: This is a good place to start. Different seasons call for different color schemes! If you’re getting married in the winter, statement colors will stand out against the snowy backdrop of your bridals. Pretty pastels will be sure to capture the new growth of spring and the blossoming of new life. Summer calls … Continue reading Tips for Choosing Your Wedding Color Scheme →

Making the Most of Your Winter Wedding

January 17, 2023How-To, How-To'sadmin

Love is in the air, and so is the snow! If you’re planning your winter wedding in Utah and wondering what things to keep in mind, we have three tips that can help you make sure your special day is one to remember for the right reasons and not the wrong ones! Opt for an indoor venue. One thing is certain when it comes to planning a wedding in the winter months, you can’t gamble with the weather. With many venues across the Utah valley, it can take a lot of work to narrow down your favorite few. However, the cold weather might help make the decision a little easier. … Continue reading Making the Most of Your Winter Wedding →

How to Pick Your Wedding Colors

November 11, 2022Decorations / Rentals, How-To'sBrigham

From centerpieces to flowers to bridesmaid dresses, color plays a prominent role in the ambiance and energy of a wedding. With so many to choose from, picking your wedding colors can seem a little daunting. Here’s a short guide for choosing colors so you can look at your pictures years down the road and still love your look. Color Affects Mood When picking your wedding colors, consider the effect that color has on mood and atmosphere. Science studies have shown that brighter colors like green and yellow are more energizing, warmer colors like red and orange evoke more passion, and cooler colors like blues and violets are calming and … Continue reading How to Pick Your Wedding Colors →

How to Have a More Sustainable Wedding

November 4, 2022How-To'sBrigham

As beautiful and memorable as they are, weddings can produce a lot of waste! We want you to enjoy your wedding day to the fullest but we also want to help you be sustainable. Here are just a few ways that you can reduce waste on your special day. A lot can be done with florals to improve your wedding sustainability. Many people don’t realize that the wedding flower industry produces mass amounts of CO2. Most wedding flowers are grown outside of the United States and have to be flown in and then transported by delivery trucks. All of those miles of gas add up. Because of this, it’s much … Continue reading How to Have a More Sustainable Wedding →