August 1st

Photo Credit: Excellence Playa Mujeres

Tip of the Day: There are so many fabulous destinations all over the world to choose from, but the choice of where you go on your honeymoon might be a family thing. If you've always vacationed at a family home or a resort you know and love well, coming back as honeymooners can be extra special. Plus, if you're a regular at a particular hotel, you might score some extra treats and freebies for your loyalty to the property. Just be sure to check with your groom first — he might prefer to go somewhere new to both of you, so that you can share the adventure of a place where you have no history.

Plus, check out 22 Top Caribbean Honeymoon Spots. Visit sharonnaylor.net for more tips and advice.

July 29th

Photo by: Belathee Photography on Inspired By This via Lover.ly

Tip of the Day: Light up the pathway from your ceremony to the reception with lanterns or candles housed in white casings. Not only does this create a gorgeous (and budget-friendly) lighting effect, but it will also prevent guests from accidentally tripping as the afternoon fades into nightfall.

Plus, check out 15 Fun Wedding Lighting Ideas here. Visit sharonnaylor.net for more tips and advice.

 

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50 Adorable Ways to Include Your Pet in Your Wedding Day

A day this glorious is meant to be shared with all of your loved ones… including the four-legged kind. Whether it’s a charming photo, a sweet token of your affection or their own special role at the ceremony, we love these adorable ideas for including your furry, feathered and finned friends in the celebration.

By: Mary Wozniak

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  • Member of the Wedding

    Member of the Wedding

    Style your canine flower girl with a pretty burlap bandanna, embellished with colorful ribbons and flowers.

    Photo credit: A Furry Tail Wedding/Etsy

  • Member of the Wedding

    Member of the Wedding

    Pearls are the purr-fect accessory for your sweet kitty.

    Photo Credit: Carrie Gems 2/Etsy

  • Member of the Wedding

    Member of the Wedding

    Dress him up in this adorable doggie tux.

    Photo Credit: Chic Canine Couture/Etsy

  • Enchanting Stationery

    Enchanting Stationery

    Turn your photos into a custom family portrait and truly unique printable invitations.

    Photo Credit: Lily DiPrima/Etsy

  • Enchanting Stationery

    Enchanting Stationery

    Add your favorite photo images to these delightful personalized invitations.

    Photo Credit: Lady Who Loves Birds/Etsy

  • Enchanting Stationery

    Enchanting Stationery

    A hand-painted bespoke invitation captures your adorable furry friend.

    Photo credit: Ginny and I/Etsy

  • Enchanting Stationery

    Enchanting Stationery

    Who could resist that face? Send a save the date message from your fur baby.

    Photo Credit: Hadley Alivia Studios 

  • Enchanting Stationery

    Enchanting Stationery

    Capture your pets in a beautiful custom watercolor, the perfect artwork for your save the dates. Feline lovers take note: this kitty bride has a sweet bouquet of cattails, catnip blossoms, and pussy willows!

    Photo Credit: Mary Jill/Etsy

  • Enchanting Stationery

    Enchanting Stationery

    Announce the big event with help from your lovable pups and these elegant beribboned signs.

    Photo Credit: The Back Porch Shoppe/Etsy

  • Creative Pet-Themed Favors

    Creative Pet-Themed Favors

    They do, too! A portion of your purchase of these soy candles will go to a rescue organization of your choice.

    Photo Credit: Yo Dog Candle Co./Etsy

  • Creative Pet-Themed Favors

    Creative Pet-Themed Favors

    Bird lover? Get your guests in touch with nature with these eco-friendly birdseed hearts.

    Photo Credit: Green Doxie Events/Etsy

  • Creative Pet-Themed Favors

    Creative Pet-Themed Favors

    Send puppy treats home in personalized wedding doggie bags.

    Photo Credit: Mavora/Etsy

  • Member of the Wedding

    Member of the Wedding

    Carry fond memories of a beloved pet with sweet bridal bouquet memorial charms.

    Photo Credit: Master PEACE Design/Etsy

  • Member of the Wedding

    Member of the Wedding

    Slow and steady gets this tortoise ring bearer down the aisle.

    Photo Credit: Laura Goldenberger Photography

  • Member of the Wedding

    Member of the Wedding

    It’s true: he loved you first!

    Photo Credit: Screech Owl Supply/Etsy

  • Member of the Wedding

    Member of the Wedding

    See the big day from a whole new prospective when your pooch carries his own GoPro.

    Photo Credit: Morning Wild

  • Member of the Wedding

    Member of the Wedding

    The littlest members of the wedding will be thrilled to accompany their four-legged friend down the aisle.

    Photo Credit: Daniel Pullen Photography

  • Member of the Wedding

    Member of the Wedding

    For a unique twist on the unity candle, join your goldfish families together with a goldfish unity bowl.

    Photo Credit: Something Blue Photography

  • Member of the Wedding

    Member of the Wedding

    Send your favorite flower girl down the aisle with a pretty bucketful of blooms. 

    Photo Credit: Matt Lusk Photography

  • Member of the Wedding

    Member of the Wedding

    Your “Best Dog” will look sharp in customized shades.

    Photo Credit: Castle Hall Creative/Etsy

  • Member of the Wedding

    Member of the Wedding

    The groom will be thrilled to have his best friend along on custom photo cufflinks.

    Photo Credit: OOak Resin Designs/Etsy

  • Member of the Wedding

    Member of the Wedding

    Attach this personalized charm to your bouquet and keep your pet close on your happy day.

    Photo Credit: Kuerwynn Forest/Etsy

  • Member of the Wedding

    Member of the Wedding

    We admit it… we love this girly pretty-in-pink tutu, fit for your pup or kitty.

    Photo Credit: One Dainty Tulip/Etsy

  • Member of the Wedding

    Member of the Wedding

    When your wedding venue is down on the farm, everyone gets fancied up for the celebration.

    Photo Credit: Artful Weddings by Sachs Photography

  • Join the Party

    Join the Party

    Have your lovable puppy pose with numbered props for clever table number cards. 

    Photo Credit: Elizabeth Walker Photography

  • Join the Party

    Join the Party

    Time to party! Your ring bearer will be happy to escort his canine buddy to the dance floor.

    Photo Credit: BG Productions Photography and Videography.

  • Must-Have Photos for Animal Lovers

    Must-Have Photos for Animal Lovers

    Every family pet can be part of the celebration. This angora goat lets his feelings be known with a custom sign from The Ritzy Rose.

    Photo Credit: Jason Diehl via The Ritzy Rose/Etsy

  • Must-Have Photos for Animal Lovers

    Must-Have Photos for Animal Lovers

    Join hands — and paw — for this too-cute family photo.

    Photo Credit: True Photography Weddings

  • Must-Have Photos for Animal Lovers

    Must-Have Photos for Animal Lovers

    An adorable wedding day pose for your lovable pup.

    Photo Credit: Laura Marchbanks Photography

  • Must-Have Photos for Animal Lovers

    Must-Have Photos for Animal Lovers

    A visit to the zoo provides unique photo ops for the animal-loving bride and groom.

    Photo Credit: Lori Barbely Photography

  • Must-Have Photos for Animal Lovers

    Must-Have Photos for Animal Lovers

    He’s been waiting for this day forever!

    Photo Credit: Cara Blome Photography

  • Must-Have Photos for Animal Lovers

    Must-Have Photos for Animal Lovers

    This stunning portrait features a gorgeous winter wonderland scene.

    Photo Credit: Konstantin Semenikhin Photography

  • Must-Have Photos for Animal Lovers

    Must-Have Photos for Animal Lovers

    A must-have sweet pose for the equestrian bride and her beloved horse.

    Photo Credit: Chard Photo

  • Must-Have Photos for Animal Lovers

    Must-Have Photos for Animal Lovers

    Show your fondness for sea creatures with an aquarium photo session.

    Photo Credit: True Photography Weddings

  • Creative Pet-Themed Favors

    Creative Pet-Themed Favors

    Offer tasty doggy treats “from our pet to yours” with custom printable signage.

    Photo credit: Printable Pixels/Etsy

  • Creative Pet-Themed Favors

    Creative Pet-Themed Favors

    Honor your pet with a donation to a local Humane Society or other animal charity. Custom favor cards adorn each place setting.

    Photo Credit: Scribbled Co./Etsy

  • Creative Pet-Themed Favors

    Creative Pet-Themed Favors

    Show off your cutie with favor tags and dog-bone cookies for your human friends.

    Photo Credit: Wild About You Photography

  • Creative Pet-Themed Favors

    Creative Pet-Themed Favors

    These goldfish in a bag are a true low maintenance “pet”: a fun soap favor.

    Photo Credit: To Me With Love/Etsy

  • Do it With Décor

    Do it With Décor

    A personalized guest sign-in board features your pet. Bring it home for a wonderful memento of your wedding festivities.

    Photo Credit: Miss Design Berry, Inc./Etsy

  • Wedding Cake Toppers

    Wedding Cake Toppers

    Get the whole menagerie together to top off your wedding cake.

    Photo Credit: Mudcards/Etsy

  • Wedding Cake Toppers

    Wedding Cake Toppers

    Don’t forget your littlest furry critters. Top off your cake with this cute handmade guinea pig couple.

    Photo Credit: My Custom Cake Topper/Etsy

  • Wedding Cake Toppers

    Wedding Cake Toppers

    Whatever your beloved pet, there’s a wedding cake topper for you from My Custom Cake Topper. Reptile lovers can top off their wedding cake with a hand-painted gecko couple.

    Photo Credit: My Custom Cake Topper/Etsy

  • Wedding Cake Toppers

    Wedding Cake Toppers

    A simple rustic topper features kitty bride, complete with veil and sparkling ring.

    Photo Credit: Morgan the Creator/Etsy

  • Wedding Cakes

    Wedding Cakes

    He loves football, his dog, and you… treat your guy to this incredible English bulldog groom’s cake.

    Photo Credit: Pink Cake Box

  • Do it With Décor

    Do it With Décor

    The next best thing to being there? This cool ice sculpture gracing your buffet table.

    Photo Credit: Ice Art, Inc.

  • Do it With Décor

    Do it With Décor

    She can’t be there, but this incredible silk floral sculpture is a one-of-a-kind addition to your reception décor.

    Photo Credit: The French Bouquet

  • Do it With Décor

    Do it With Décor

    Sit and stay awhile! Your furry children welcome guests to the party with this printable sign.

    Photo Credit: White Pine Weddings/Etsy

  • Do it With Décor

    Do it With Décor

    He knows… all you need is love and belly rubs. Decorate your venue with this adorable printable chalkboard sign.

    Photo Credit: White Pine Weddings/Etsy

  • Do it With Décor

    Do it With Décor

    Trotting horse place cards are perfect for your rustic barn wedding.

    Photo Credit: Making Pretty Things 2/Etsy

  • Do it With Décor

    Do it With Décor

    Cat lovers can show their affection with these feline-silhouetted table numbers.

    Photo Credit: Tiff Zippy/Etsy

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10 Affordable Wines for Summer Weddings

Ah, summer…blue skies, sunny days and warmer temps… and the time of year when I like to switch from sipping merlots and pinot noirs to cooler, lighter and crisper wines. This season you’ll find a variety of sauvignon blanc, pinot grigio and rosé wines to enjoy at your many wedding festivities — and all at incredibly affordable prices. Salud! 

July 28th

Photo by: Raya Carlisle Photography on Inspired by This via Lover.ly

Tip of the Day: Your wedding favors serve as a last impression of your big day, and every time guests use them, they'll be reminded of the spectacular time that they had. Instead of gifting the same exact favor to all of your loved ones, mix it up with different designs (like these luggage tags) so that guests can choose their favorite.

Plus, check out 30 Favor Ideas From Real Weddings. Visit sharonnaylor.net for more tips and advice.

July 27th

Photo by: Pasha Belman Photography on Southern Weddings via Lover.ly

Tip of the Day: Who says that you have to wear white at your wedding? We love that this pastel blue seersucker gown is striking yet still bridal-appropriate. If you're thinking of wearing a wedding dress in a non-traditional color, select a coordinating look for your groom and ushers, like this bride did, to avoid clashing.

Here, a few more of our favorite dresses with a subtle pop of color:

tamra barneys wedding dress
Photo by: Christine Bentley on Wedding Chicks via Loverly

lilac badgley mischka dress
Photo Credit: Badgley Mischka

casablanca wedding dress
Photo Credit: Casablanca

gold wedding dress
Photo Credit: Romona Keveza Couture

theia wedding dress
Photo Credit: Theia

Plus, check out The Hottest New Gowns from the Runways. Visit sharonnaylor.net for more tips and advice.

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