Wedding Showers & Parties
The party starts way before the wedding. From rehearsal dinners and bridal showers to bachelor, bachelorette, and engagement parties, we have the best inspiration and advice for hosting a pre-wedding celebration.

How to Choose Eco-Friendly Party Supplies for a Sustainable Celebration

17 Wedding Trends You'll See Everywhere in 2024, According to Experts

Darcy Miller's Tips for Picking the Perfect Party Palette

11 Traditional Wedding Vows to Exchange During Your Ceremony

95 Short and Sweet Wedding Quotes To Express Your Love

30 Creative Wedding Rituals That Symbolize Unity

46 Bridal Shower Games and Activities to Keep Your Guests Entertained

Bridal Shower Etiquette You Need to Know

Father of the Bride Speeches That Knocked It Out of the Park

Who Gets an Invitation to the Rehearsal Dinner?

Everything You Need to Know About Engagement Party Gifts

36 Signature Drinks That Will Personalize Your Cocktail Hour

A Basic Wedding Ceremony Outline for Planning the Order of Your I Dos

Fun Wedding Games That'll Keep Guests Laughing

35 Reception Dresses Brides Changed Into for Their Parties

When Should You Have Your Bridal Shower?

21 Elements of an Unforgettable Bridal Shower

30 Casual Wedding Ideas for Your Low-Key Big Day

50 Floral Wedding Centerpiece Ideas We Love

52 Tips for Planning Your Wedding Reception

26 Delicious Bites to Serve at Your Bridal Shower

41 Unique Bridal Shower Ideas to Bookmark

What to Do With Your Engagement Ring During the Wedding

Your Bachelorette Party Etiquette Questions, Answered

11 Unique Wedding Ceremony Readings for Your Big Day

The Etiquette of Engagement Parties

The Etiquette of Wedding Rehearsal Dinners

Attending Your First Mehndi Party? Here's What You Need to Know About This Pre-Wedding Event

What to Say When Proposing—Besides the Obvious

Does the Bride Have to Wear White to Her Pre-Wedding Parties?

Our 19 Most Inventive Ideas for Your Wedding Buffet

48 of the Best Mother-Son Dance Songs—Plus, How to Choose a Tune for Your Own Meaningful Moment with Mom

Unexpected Wedding Food Ideas Your Guests Will Love

29 Food Trucks and Mobile Bars That Can Roll Right Up to Your Wedding

Unique Passed Appetizers Guaranteed to Elevate Your Cocktail Hour

25 Wedding Finger Foods That Will Satisfy Every Palate

21 Tips for Throwing the Ultimate Winter Bridal Shower

30 Wedding Seating Chart Ideas That Will Impress Your Guests

Who Gets a Bridal Shower Invitation?

15 Dos and Don'ts for an Unforgettable Marriage Proposal

Reception Toasts

6 Reasons to Get Legally Married Before Your Wedding Day

Choosing Wine for Your Wedding

24 Creative Wedding Exit Toss Ideas

The Pros and Cons of Waiting Until After Dinner to Share Your First Newlywed Dance

29 Romantic Places to Propose in New York City

The Ultimate Wedding Day Checklist: What You'll Need for Every Part of Your Event

15 Bridal Shower Alternatives That Guarantee a Good Time

Unique Wedding Guest Book Ideas That Aren't Actually Books

Our Favorite Bridal Shower Themes for One-of-a-Kind Brides

A Guide to 28 Signature Cocktails—Arranged by Spirit or Wine Type

Crowd-Pleasing Engagement Party Food Ideas

Your Ultimate Wedding Reception Checklist

30 His and Hers Cocktails to Inspire Your Own Signature Drink

Your Wedding Guest List Etiquette Questions, Answered

25 Bridal Shower Centerpieces the Bride-to-Be Will Love

Bachelorette Party Games and Activities for Letting Loose with Your Bridesmaids

What Time Should We Tell Guests to Arrive for Our Wedding Ceremony?

What's My Fiancé's Role in the Bridal Shower?

How to Throw an Unforgettable Rehearsal Dinner

The Wedding Guest's Checklist: 10 Things Everyone Should Bring to a Wedding

Great Wedding Reception Venues on the East Coast

Wedding-Day Timelines, Seven Ways