Maggie & Richard Wedding - Bride Groom - Castle Hotel - Tarrytown - by Sophie Kaye

Planning & Inspiration

Holiday Gift Guide For The Couple Planning A Wedding

Maggie & Richard Wedding - Bride Groom - Castle Hotel - Tarrytown - by Sophie Kaye

Maggie & Richard Wedding – Bride Groom – Castle Hotel – Tarrytown – by Sophie Kaye

 

Ask anyone who’s gone through it, planning a wedding has its ups and downs. With the added stress of the holidays, any engaged couple is going to be feeling the pressure. This makes getting an amazing gift for your soon-to-be-married friends all the more important!

Since we often work with not just the bride, but her fiance as well, we completely understand that each pair is different from the next. When looking for the perfect present, think about what their shared interests are. Are they homebodies or do they like to go out? Are they connoisseurs of food and drink? Do they have a passion for art & culture? Once you’ve pinned this down, you can get started. And to help you on your search, we put together this comprehensive holiday gift guide for the couple planning a wedding.
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Jean & Bryan Wedding - Getting Ready - Bronx Post Office - by Karen Wise

Planning & Inspiration

The Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide For The Bride-To-Be

Jean & Bryan Wedding - Getting Ready - Bronx Post Office - by Karen Wise

Jean & Bryan Wedding – Getting Ready – Bronx Post Office – by Karen Wise

 

Your best girlfriend has been planning her wedding for months. Seeing how exciting, stressful, and time consuming the process has been, you want to get her something really amazing this holiday season. A gift that speaks not only to her personality and style, but also offers her a little respite from obsessing about her upcoming nuptials.

Look no further, because we rounded up the best gifts ideas that are perfect for any bride-to-be! From top picks in beauty, health, and wellness to yummy foodie finds to must-have items for the hostess with the mostess, here is your ultimate gift guide for 2018.
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Chrysanthemum - via new plantsandflowers.com

Planning & Inspiration

Fall Wedding Décor Ideas With Chrysanthemum Flowers

Chrysanthemum - via new plantsandflowers.com

Chrysanthemum – via new plantsandflowers.com

 

Do you know which flower to give to friends and family born in November? Chrysanthemum, the month’s designated birth flower! Festive, eye-catching, and versatile, it’s also a wonderful bloom to incorporate into fall weddings. From bouquets to wedding cakes, we’ve rounded up pretty floral décor ideas with chrysanthemums, this month’s BB Bloom in Spotlight.

Chrysanthemums (commonly known as “mums”) were first cultivated in China where the flower was documented in writings as early as 15th century BC. Around 400 AD, the bloom was introduced to Japan. So taken by the flower’s beauty, the Japanese adopted it as the emperor’s crest and official seal. After being introduced to Europe in the 17th century, the chrysanthemum received its present day name, which derives from the Greek words “chrysos” meaning gold (its original color) and “anthemon” meaning flower. Cultivation over the years has produced various types and colors including white, red, and purple. In the language of flowers, the chrysanthemum represents longevity, fidelity, joy, and optimism. With attributes like these, it’s no wonder couples want the flower close by on their wedding day!
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Lorenza & Pete Wedding - Bride Groom - New York Botanical Garden - by The Hons

Planning & Inspiration

Stylishly Warm Looks For The Winter Bride

Lorenza & Pete Wedding - Bride Groom - New York Botanical Garden - by The Hons

Lorenza & Pete Wedding – Bride Groom – New York Botanical Garden – by The Hons

 

Tying the knot on a crisp day as picturesque light illuminates the glistening snow all around sounds absolutely magical, right? While the winter months are beautiful, they also bring plummeting temps, which can make parading around in delicate bridal attire uncomfortable. It’s hard to feel that wedding day glow with chattering teeth, shivers, and goose bumps.

But wouldn’t dressing for the season mean sacrificing style? Not at all! Our favorite bridal designers are offering fashionable options to keep you warm and looking fabulous. From gowns to jackets, here are stunning big day looks that embrace winter’s splendor.
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Kristen & Joe Wedding - High Centerpieces - Trumpets at the Gate - by Kim Mancuso

Weddings

Kristen & Joe Celebrate With A Beautiful, Fun-filled Reception

Kristen & Joe Wedding - High Centerpieces - Trumpets at the Gate - by Kim Mancuso

Kristen & Joe Wedding – High Centerpieces – Trumpets at the Gate – by Kim Mancuso

 

“We had the most laid-back, fun reception. The whole party danced the night away, from the flower girls to the grandparents!” Here, our featured bride Kristen shares the final chapter in her Real BB Wedding story.

Part 4: Reception, Centerpieces, and Surprise Moments

After a joyous cocktail hour, guests made their way to the reception where they were greeted by a gorgeous welcome table arrangement of peonies, roses, ranunculus, snapdragons, and stock set in chic cylinder vases of various heights. Trumpets at the Gate’s dining room is marked by large, open windows and elegant chandeliers On this day, the space was awash in natural light, casting an airy, romantic atmosphere.
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Kristen & Joe Wedding - Wedding Ceremony - Trumpets at the Gate - by Kim Mancuso

Weddings

Kristen & Joe Say “I Do” In A Breathtaking Waterfront Ceremony

Kristen & Joe Wedding - Wedding Ceremony - Trumpets at the Gate - by Kim Mancuso

Kristen & Joe Wedding – Wedding Ceremony – Trumpets at the Gate – by Kim Mancuso 

 

With its charming cottage-like building, scenic waterfront atmosphere, and breathtaking views of Moriches Bay, Trumpets At The Gate looks like a postcard come to life. Kristen says, “When my sister Rachel found the venue just six weeks from our wedding date, it completely changed our plans in the most amazing way.” After seeing the wooden walkway leading to the water, Kristen and Joe knew it was where they would have their nuptials. Here, Kristen talks about her beautiful outdoor ceremony at Trumpets At The Gate.
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