Wedding Tips
It's My Wedding Blog Serial: Heidi & Brittany -
Nothing Has Changed And Yet...
Michele & Carey's Wedding Blog Serial:
We Did It!
Another pair of lesbian brides, Carey & Michele, tie the knot in front of family & friends and then ride off together into the sunset for a honeymoon in Hawaii. Read their wedding blog serial reflections here in their final update.How Two Grooms Celebrated Their Big Day
We always love learning about the amazing ways our clients and readers have chosen to celebrate the occasion of their exchange of vows! Today, celebrant Wilma Quantrille (of Celebrants USA) writes in with her telling of the celebration between two...One Couple's Take On Gay Wedding Vows vs. Gay Marriage Vows
If you’re like many couples—gay and heterosexual alike—you probably think of your vows simply as the words you speak to one another on your wedding day. Even if you and your partner write your own vows, chances are that you’ll pack them away with other wedding keepsakes after the big event is over. Authors Shonnie Lavender and Bruce Mulkey strongly encourage you to take a different approach. . .It's My Wedding Blog Serial: Heidi & Brittany -
A Decision To Elope
They're baa-ack! Heidi & Brittany, our lesbian brides who were raised in the Mormon faith, have had a new revelation: elope first, then party!
The Gay Marriage Vows Might Not Make It Legal, But A Lawyer Can Help
You've said, 'I do.' Now get yourself a lawyer if you haven't done so already. We're not talking about prenuptial agreements, per se. We're talking about make a sound investment in some legal advice to get yourself protected since "you...It's My Wedding Blog Serial: Heidi & Brittany -
As If Coming Out Once Wasn’t Enough!
They're baa-ack! Heidi & Brittany, our lesbian brides who were raised in the Mormon faith, are back with their reflections on what it has been like to come out as an engaged lesbian couple.
It's My Wedding Blog Serial: Carey & Michele -- Let The Show Begin!
Michele & Carey offer a few words of wisdom as their guest list grows larger and the wedding days draws closer!
It's My Wedding Blog Serial:
Michele & Carey - Coming Out of the Closet (Again and Again)
The Fabulous Adventures of Carey & Michele today offer us a reminder that any gay wedding tends to come with a little "Hi, I'm Gay" cold calling -- and, sometimes, with disappointing results.
It's My Wedding Blog Serial...
Michele & Carey Chat About the "B Word"
Welcome back to our Blog Serial -- It's not just what's for breakfast! Carey & Michelle, two gals immersed in their wedding planning share their thoughts on "the B Word."
It's My Wedding And I Can Cry If I Want To: A Blog Serial. Introducing Carey & Michele -- The Beginning
Welcome to our Blog Serial -- It's not just what's for breakfast! Meet Carey & Michelle, two gals immersed in their wedding planning, headed for the altar in October, and willing to keep us posted on their progress until then! Read on to learn more about them in our first installment!
Introducing A Blog-Serial For Gay & Lesbian Weddings!
In my group of friends, we have a little saying that goes: "stories only happen to people who can tell them." Anyone who has gotten married or is working toward that end can understand the value of this concept, and as such, we are pleased to introduce a new series to our Gay Wedding Fodder readers: It's My Wedding And I Can Cry If I Want To...
Extra! Extra! Read All About It!
Gay Wedding Paper Favor Ideal For Your Gay Wedding
As our world shrinks and as destination-style weddings have begun to happen more often than ever, we have noticed an uptick in the number of requests we receive from our blushing brides and gorgeous grooms to help them find creative solutions for communicating information about their wedding events to their guests.Choosing Your Outfit: Bridal Fashion 101
Just the gay wedding resource you've been looking for! Listen up, lesbian brides! Here's the 411 on designing and/or shopping for your dress or suite. Dame Couture (Chicago, IL) has pulled a few apron strings and tightened a few girdles to produce a special "insider's" look at shopping for your bridal attire. Don't miss it! Bridal Fashion 101: Courtesy of Dame CouturePlease, Please RSVP!: Gretchen Reviews The Importance of A Reply
Mother of a lesbian bride, Gretchen Hamm, shares her thoughts on the importance of the tried & true RSVP.
Don't Be Overwhelmed By Underwear On Your Wedding Day
There's nothing like having an expert in the house and GayWeddings.com is pleased to have found Jennifer Michelle of A Little Lingerie Company. Recently, she and I had a discussion about the role of undergarments (specifically for lesbian brides) and making the right choices for your Big Day. I am pleased to announce that I have convinced her to share some of her expertise with us. I think you'll appreciate her approach, expertise & humor! I don't know about you, but I wished I had spoken with her before my wedding!)Gay Wedding Planning Seminar in Washington DC
Get a leg up on your wedding plans this spring with the help of, It’s About Time Events and GayWeddings.com, two pioneering companies specializing in gay weddings. Register now for Gay Weddings 101 in Washington, DC on May 16, 2006 at Sette Bello Restaurant from 7:00 - 8:30 pm. Cost: $35/couple. Pre-registration is required.How Long Should My Engagement Be?
I was reading through our discussion forum today, and took a look at the topic, Getting Engaged. Specifically, I spent a little time (and even added a post) to the thread, How Long Were You Engaged Before You Had Your...Which Finger for My Gay Wedding Ring?
Diamond solitaire or gold band for your gay wedding, pick a finger and wear it proud!
Up Do, Down Do: What Do I Do When I Say 'I Do'?
I'm sure that there are lesbians out there who are gifted in hair management and able to do much more with their hair than I am. I know how to blow dry my hair, put it in a ponytail, or,...The Importance of a Guest List When Planning Your Gay Wedding
The guest list is one of the most important elements of your planning process. Inviting your favorite friends and struggling with the decision about whether or not your dad's sister will make the cut is only half of the process!
On Which Side of the Aisle Do I Sit at a Gay Wedding?
It seems so easy at a non-gay wedding. There is a bride's side and a groom's side, and you tell the usher if you are a friend of the bride or groom and he seats you accordingly. You are now at a gay wedding.......on which side of the aisle do you sit?
The Little Things That Go A Long Way In Sending A Gay Wedding Invitation
I'm sure I don't need to remind any of you that your wedding day is an incredibly special day. And, as such, you want the details to reflect your intentions. Obviously, your ceremony will say a great deal about you and your partner and the commitment you are making to each other. I would also contend that your invitation says a lot about what your guests can expect from the ceremony and the reception.
A Shout Out to GoNYC's Gay Wedding Resource Guide
A great, free city rag (whose primary demographic is the ladies!) -- Go NYC Magazine -- just published a Wedding Resource Guide, which recommends a few knowledgeable vendors -- including yours truly!
A Sneak Peak at the Bookshelf of a Wedding Officiant
Looking for some reading to help inform your work developing a special ceremony for you and your partner? Take a look at the virtual bookshelf of Celebrant, Cindy Matchett (MA, RI).
Great Gay Wedding Guide Available Via Bay Windows!
We were pleased to be a featured resource in two articles in the recently published "It Takes Two" gay wedding guide in the Boston Bay Windows. Read on for a few tips and some anecdotes which may resonate with you if you're currently planning a wedding!Can A Gay Wedding Be Complete Without Place Cards for a Seated Dinner?
Whether you are having twenty guests or two hundred guests to your seated dinner reception, you may want to consider having place cards. Mother of A Bride, Gretchen, tells you why.DIY Ideas For A DJ At Your Same Sex Ceremony
Your entertainment choices for your reception may include live music and/or a DJ. Generally, hiring a live band, unless you've got an "in" with a talented friend, will cost much more than hiring a DJ. There are some brides and..."Where Can I Get Married?" -- Part Two: The Legality
This overview will get you started, but should remind you that there are lawyers who can help you answer this question as it pertains to your life."Where Can I Get Married?" -- Part One: The Ceremony
Kathryn begins to answer an oft-asked question: "How would it be possible to find the proper and legal church (or ceremony location)?"Where Do We Begin?
Every couple, at some point, wants to know the answer to this burning question: "Where do we begin?" This is especially true for gay weddings, which -- though increasing in frequency these days -- aren't exactly run of the mill occasions with resources abounding. So, let's get started!Fun Photo Ideas for Your Gay Wedding With a Little Help From Snapfish
Free Gay Wedding Planning Seminar in Boston, MA
With gay wedding bells beginning to ring for the 2006 season, two pioneering companies, which specialize in gay weddings, It’s About Time and GayWeddings.com, are offering a fun and informative seminar, designed to help couples tackle tough decisions about beginning the wedding planning process. If you'll be in Boston, MA on January 24 and want to attend, read on to learn how to register.Invitation Wording Tips -- Part II
Enjoy a line-by-line guide on how to construct your gay wedding invitation, courtesy of OutVite.A Few Etiquette Tips For Any Wedding Invitation -- Gay or Straight (Part I)
Working on your invitations? Make sure you've thought through the basic practices of etiquette. Most gay grooms and lesbian brides don't want to invest several hundred dollars in invitations only to realize later that they've committed an etiquette faux pas, even if it was lovingly pointed out by the great aunt you didn't think would come to the ceremony.Holiday Ideas For Those Who Want A Gay Wedding in 2006
I don't know about you, but this is the time I begin to think about what sort of romantic gift I can get for my partner. You know, something to show her how much I care and how much I appreciate all that she does for me.
Since we're saving up for a house remodel, we are being more careful about what we spend. So, we've enacted a new gift theme. We like to call it: "If money and time were no object, here's what I'd get you for Christmas..."
Tips on Navigating The Marriage License Process For Same-Sex Couples
I receive many technical questions from gay & lesbian couples who are trying to figure out how to navigate the marriage license process in Massachusetts. Recently, I have been lucky enough to be contact with an informative, gay-friendly Justice of the Peace from Massachusetts, who has kindly offered his time and expertise to explaining this to me. Read on for the Q & A!The Tryptophan Has *Finally* Worn Off So Back To Gay Weddings!
I received an email from a Justice of the Peace from Massachusetts, named David Barrett. He's got a Justice of the Peace Blog, called Massachusetts Marriages and Weddings, which offers some great content and Massachusetts-specific tips. Read more about his blog and why we think this is a valuable resource for any gay couple.
Tips for Wedding Showers, Parties and Wonderful Recipes
Kathyrn and I often get asked, "What do you do at a gay wedding shower?" First and most importantly, it is great that people have this problem. They find themselves the maids of honor or best men for ceremonies for...Kathryn Meets Peggy Post
And Brushes Up On Her Wedding Etiquette
It's not everyday one has the chance to meet a Maven of Manners! I am currently in San Jose, CA at the Association of Bridal Consultants National Conference (of which we are members) and have enjoyed meeting wedding planners, experts...Getting Married in Toronto:
Making it Legal while Keeping it Simple
Phil Connell of Hudson Nuptials offers some assistance as a guest blogger today. His specialty: destination weddings in Toronto. Read on to learn more about how one can travel to Canada, what considerations may be involved for you, and how to enjoy a first-class wedding experience.Evaluating an Event Space for a Gay Wedding
In the Essential Guide for Lesbian & Gay Weddings, authors Tess Ayers and Paul Brown take a look at the kinds of locations available for same sex wedding ceremonies and offer their two cents on how to pick a spot for the ceremony and/or reception. Figuring Out How To Talk About Gay Marriage Equality
Seems like I'm always talking about HRC these days. But I just can't help it! They are such a great resource! Today, I received an email from them about a new project they've got going on called, "Talk About It."
Making the Yuletide Gay By Putting Your Wedding Guest List To Work!
From a fine-tuned to guest list for your gay wedding or civil union ceremony to a holiday photo card announcement or greeting, Kathryn offers a few suggestions to get from here to there.
Raise Your Glass And...Ummm....Congratulations on Your Gay Weding!
Toasts for gay weddings?!? I understood that there would be no public speaking... Here's what we have to say about the elements which we think work best in a congratulatory wedding toast.Ask Gretchen: Help Us With Our Guest List!
A groom-to-be wonders if he and his fiance should invite only family to the wedding or take the risk of extending the guest list to include members of his community whose response to the invitation is difficult to predict.Ask Gretchen: I Now Pronouce You...
Do I call him my life partner? My husband? A groom-to-be wonders what the proper etiquette is for referring to one's betrothed and how to find a term that best reflects his relationship.Setting A Budget for Gay Weddings
One can never read too many cost saving suggestions for gay weddings, lesbian weddings so why stop now?Help Me Plan My Gay Wedding!
Just getting started? Planning gay weddings can be a big job! Read on to get a few suggestions from the wedding experts at TwoBrides.com & TwoGrooms.com