Entries by Kate Murphy

Holiday Gifts She’ll Love in 2025: Stylish + Meaningful Ideas for Brides-to-Be

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Emily and Sam Wedding - Bride Bridesmaids Bouquet - Tribeca Rooftop - Andy Gaines Photography

Emily and Sam Wedding – Bride Bridesmaids Bouquet – Tribeca Rooftop – Andy Gaines Photography

We all have that one person on our holiday list who deserves a little extra thought – and if you’re reading this, it’s probably the friend who’s getting married. Wedding planning is exciting, but even if she appears to have everything under control, you’ve known her long enough to sense the pressure she’s under. What she needs right now is a present that is thoughtful, and speaks to her style and personality.

Every woman is unique, and the key to finding the perfect gift for your wedding-planning friend is to start by asking what truly brings her joy. Is she obsessed with her dog or passionate about health and fitness? Does she find solace in the kitchen, or does she love to entertain? With these questions in mind, we searched the internet to curate the best holiday gift ideas for brides-to-be this season.
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Shifali & Vikram: A Modern Indian Wedding at Vesper

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Shifali and Vikram Wedding - Bride and Groom Portrait - Vesper - Tati and Roman Photography

Shifali and Vikram Wedding – Bride and Groom Portrait – Vesper – Tati and Roman Photography

Shifali and Vikram first met at a wedding he was officiating. Her friend – the groom – had been telling her about Vikram, but she wasn’t interested at first. “Once the ceremony started, I couldn’t stop laughing,” she recalls. “I immediately asked for an introduction.” They began dating soon after, while Shifali was living in New York City and Vikram was completing his residency at Penn. “We knew our relationship was something special early on,” she shares, “because we were both making the effort to travel back and forth to see each other.”
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Wedding Flowers: How To Incorporate Color Boldly in an Elegant and Timeless Way

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Rebecca and Robert Wedding - Tablescape Grouped Arrangments - Bryant Park Grill - Ein Photography

Rebecca and Robert Wedding – Tablescape Grouped Arrangments – Bryant Park Grill – Ein Photography

Color has the power to transform a wedding, infusing florals with personality, emotion, and unforgettable style. Yet, incorporating bold hues doesn’t mean sacrificing elegance or timelessness. With the right balance of palette, placement, and texture, wedding flowers can make a striking statement while still feeling refined and classic. In this guide, we’ll explore thoughtful ways – brought to life in our Real BB Weddings – that embrace color fearlessly, creating floral designs that are both bold and beautifully enduring.

Use a Monochromatic Palette
If a combination of bold shades doesn’t fit your wedding vision, consider choosing one color family and explore its gradient – blush to magenta, pale peach to deep coral, or soft lavender to plum. The result feels cohesive, sophisticated, and romantic.
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Rebecca and Kevin: Classic New York City Glamour at Tavern on the Green

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Rebecca and Kevin Wedding - Bride and Groom Portrait - Tavern on the Green - Lizzie Burger Photography

Rebecca and Kevin Wedding – Bride and Groom Portrait – Tavern on the Green – Lizzie Burger Photography

Rebecca and Kevin met in January 2021 during the Pandemic after matching on Hinge. Unable to sit through another date eating pasta outside in the cold under a heated lamp, Rebecca did something she ordinarily wouldn’t do – she accepted an invitation to come to Kevin’s apartment so he could cook dinner for her. Taking a risk paid off. “My thoughts on love at first sight changed,” she remembers. “The man standing in the entryway was everything I hoped for and, up until that day, never found. Kevin had made lemon pasta, spiral potatoes, and bacon wrapped dates and I never looked back.”
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Thoughtful Wedding Favors that Add Beauty to the Table

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Alexis and AJ Wedding - High Centerpiece - Maritime Parc - Bri Johnson Studios

Alexis and AJ Wedding – High Centerpiece – Maritime Parc – Bri Johnson Studios

On the planning to-do list, wedding favors are that one item that is fun to think about, but hard to make a final decision on. You want to thank family and friends for coming with something that they’ll appreciate and find useful. At the same time, you may be thinking about how these small gifts can be used to compliment your wedding aesthetic and theme. Over the years, some of the most unique wedding favors we’ve seen have doubled as reception table décor. Thoughtful, practical, and beautifully designed, the following ideas not only enhance the dining experience but also leave a lasting impression through their intention and creativity.
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Light Up Your Love: How to Decorate Your Wedding Ceremony With Candles

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Anna and Michael Wedding - Ceremony Aisle Candles - Catch - Zani and Duwayne Photography

Anna and Michael Wedding – Ceremony Aisle Candles – Catch – Zani and Duwayne Photography

A thoughtfully designed wedding evolves in mood throughout the day, with the ceremony often being the most intimate moment. Because décor plays such a powerful role in shaping the atmosphere, many couples ask us how to create a setting that feels personal and heartfelt as they exchange vows in front of loved ones. Our first recommendation? Candles. A timeless symbol of romance, warmth, and celebration, candles have an undeniable ability to transform a space. Their versatility makes them especially appealing – they pair beautifully with lush, organic florals as well as with a clean, contemporary aesthetic.
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