We asked pros in the wedding industry about trends and traditions they don't like at receptions. Favors, big cakes, and Champagne toasts can end up being a big waste of money. Wedding trends such as ...

Delivering the latest in style, inspiration, helpful tips and tricks, and everything else you need to know to plan the perfect New England wedding. Welcome to Ask a Wedding Expert, a series where ...

Wedding speeches are often the emotional heart of community participation in the reception — an opportunity for loved ones to share their joy, tell the couple's story and offer wisdom for the journey ...

Giving a toast at a rehearsal dinner or wedding reception is supposed to be an honor. So why does it cause so many bridesmaids to ruin their $300 taffeta terror-of-a-gown by breaking into a cold sweat ...

You are the maid of honor and it's your moment to shine. No, I'm not talking about making sure the bride's train is arranged just right after she's made her big entrance. I'm talking about the ...

The bad wedding speech is a movie trope for a reason: It’s easy to love someone very much and yet hard to express that concisely, in a way that is relevant to a wide audience, and without getting ...

In order to stick to their wedding budget, Olivia and Camerin chose to prioritize two vendors: photography and music. “Several other elements that may be considered ‘traditional,’ such as an ...