If Family Helps Pay for the Wedding, Do They Get a Say?
Learn how to set kind boundaries when family helps pay for your wedding, including guest lists, tastings, vendors, and decision-making.
How Many Hours of Wedding Photography Coverage Do You Really Need?
Learn how many hours of wedding photography coverage you need based on getting ready photos, first looks, family portraits, and your reception timeline.
The Essential Wedding Song Checklist for Your Ceremony and Reception
Build your perfect wedding playlist with essential songs for the ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner, dances, cake cutting, and final send-off.
Wedding Favors, Guest Books, and Photo Booths: Which Extras Are Worth It?
Learn which wedding favors, guest books, and photo booth ideas are worth the cost, plus personal and budget-friendly ways to thank your guests.
The Perfect Wedding Reception Timeline: When to Schedule Speeches, Dances, and Cake Cutting
Plan the perfect wedding reception timeline with tips for speeches, first dances, parent dances, dinner, cake cutting, and open dancing.
How to Build a Wedding Guest List Without Hurting Feelings
Learn how to create a thoughtful wedding guest list, manage family expectations, use A, B, and C lists, and invite the people who matter most.
Should We Host a Rehearsal Dinner or Welcome Party?
Should you host a rehearsal dinner or welcome party? Learn the difference, who to invite, and how to plan a warm wedding weekend.
Should We Do a Signature Cocktail for Our Wedding?
Should you do a signature cocktail? Explore wedding drink ideas, naming tips, and how to use liquors already in your bar package.
When Should Hair and Makeup Start on a Wedding Day?
Plan your wedding morning with ease. Learn when hair and makeup should start based on your party size, artists, and photo timeline.
Should You Do a First Look?
Should you do a first look? Learn the pros, cons, timeline tips, and how Bally Spring Inn helps couples plan a calm wedding day.