How to Gently Let Friends Know They’re Not in Your Entourage

Weddings bring so much joy, but they also come with a few tricky conversations—like telling a friend they won’t be part of your bridal party.

If you’re feeling a little nervous about breaking the news, don’t worry! It’s completely possible to handle this with kindness and honesty while keeping your friendships intact.

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Looking for Your Wedding Scent? Here’s What Brides Wore for Their Special Day!

Our olfactory system, or sense of smell, is closely situated to the parts of our brain that are connected to memories and emotion. So, that’s the explanation why certain scents strongly trigger memories, whether from childhood or precious moments we cherish deeply. Your wedding is one such special memory that can also be preserved by a scent. That’s why a lot of brides really pay careful consideration to the perfume or cologne they choose to wear on their special day.

We went straight to our Bride and Breakfast Facebook Community to get the low down on what are some of the popular and well-loved fragrances Brides wore for their weddings. What’s special about fragrances is that you can keep enjoying them beyond your wedding. And no matter what scent you choose, it’s for sure something that is personal and special to you!

If you’re still on the lookout for your signature wedding scent, here are some wedding day fragrances loved by our community!

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This Organizing Hack Saved Me from Wedding Day Stress

Let’s be real: As fun and beautiful wedding days are, they can also be chaotic and overwhelming, especially as it nears. Questions like “Am I forgetting something?” “How many extras should I bring?” and “What am I missing?” will start to crowd your mind.

To dodge the stress and keep my sanity, I went full-on organizing nerd with labeled boxes for each part of the wedding.

Here’s the scoop on how this easy-peasy approach helped me relax and enjoy every minute of my wedding.

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Should You Go for a Photobooth or a Photo Man? Let’s Break It Down

Picking how to capture your wedding memories is a big deal, and you’ve got choices! Photobooths and roving photographers, or ‘Photo Men,’ each bring something special to the table.

Let’s take a look at what makes them tick and figure out which one might be the best fit for your big day.

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Can You Really Plan a Wedding “Too Soon”?

When it comes to wedding planning, the age-old question of “how soon is too soon?” often pops up among excited newly-engaged couples. Is there such a thing as jumping the gun on your wedding preparations? The answer is nuanced, but generally, if you’re ready to start planning, it’s not too soon—especially if you’re aiming for a dream wedding that aligns with your vision and budget.

Then again, there are pros and cons to booking your suppliers early. Let’s talk more about it.

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