Laura Crowley

Your family has left, your friends have departed, the bouquet has been thrown. What now?
Well, if we want to get traditional about it – your new husband (or wife) should scoop you up and carry you to the bridal suite to consummate your marriage.
Do you know anyone who did that on their wedding day? Yeah, me neither.
Like most wedding traditions, the type of lingerie that brides choose to wear (or not!) on their wedding night has evolved over the decades. The result? A fantastic selection of b...

I’ve thrown a couple of bachelorette parties in my time, and if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that different personalities mean different party vibes.
If you have the honor of organizing a gathering treating your girl to one last bash before she weds, the kind of bachelorette party games you’ll play should reflect her personality.
We’ve attempted to put as many fun PG-13 games as possible in our list here. Admittedly, some toe the line, and some are downright naughty, so proceed with c...

Do you have your all-star wedding party lineup in place?
Hopefully, you’re lucky enough to have at least one guy you can count on to be your groomsman. If you’re really lucky, you’ll have more! If you haven’t asked them yet, it’s time to bust out the groomsmen proposal ideas to give you some inspo!
Who Should Be Your Groomsmen?
Of course, no matter who you ask, you need your groom posse to be as dependable as possible. Some common groomsmen include:
Your Brother(s)
Who knows you better than a...

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There’s nothing quite as romantic as exchanging vows with the sunset behind you and the gentle sound of the waves lapping gently on the sand.
Beach weddings do r...

Twenty-four years! Waiting demurely until 25, much savvier than 24, it’s an anniversary for the books.
So what shall we give our honey (or our favorite couple) for the ol’ 24th anniversary? Never fear; there are plenty of fabulous options sure to impress. Hang with us, and we’ll show you a few.
What Are The Traditional & Modern Gifts For A 24th Anniversary?
We’re kind of veterans at this anniversary-gift-picking-thing, so we think we’re in good standing to let you know that, honestly, the who...

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They asked, you said yes, and you’ve got the engagement photos to prove it!
Those pictures capture the most important moment of your lives together so far, and we can’t think of a more personal way to get the word out than by sending photo wedding invitations.
So without further ado, here a...

Note: This post is sponsored by our friends at Minted. We’re picky about who we partner with, and we’re proud to include Minted’s products in our stationery, art, and gift posts!
Looking back, many couples say their wedding reception was the best part of the entire day, which makes total sense. Everyone loves a party where you can let loose and share your joy with loved ones!
Some couples choose to keep their ceremony small and private (or forego one altogether) and focus their time and resou...

Every woman has a unique style that makes her feel as stunning as she looks on her big day. For some, the glamorous, showstopping style of a sexy wedding dress is exactly what the bride ordered!
We LOVE all the sexy wedding dresses we found for this post, but alas, we only had room for a handful. It was hard to narrow down the list, but here are our picks for some of the sexiest wedding dresses you’ll find strutting down the runway *ahem* we mean the aisle.
But first, let’s get the rundown on...

I am a staunch supporter of traditional anniversary gifts. Which, admittedly, as you get on in years, can get a bit more challenging to procure. Take the 23rd anniversary, for example; its traditional and modern gift is silver plate. This can be construed in a variety of ways, from silver dinnerware to a silver-plated item.
My husband and I have adjusted the gift suggestion here and there to fit our preferences. Still, I love following traditional anniversary gift giving! If you’re looking fo...

For whatever reason, we tend to skip to the nearest round number when it comes to “major milestone” gifts. Maybe it’s for convenience or to save money. Or maybe it’s because coming up with anniversary gifts every five or ten years is hard enough, never mind finding the perfect anniversary gift every year.
Well, we think your 22nd wedding anniversary gift should be just as special as the one you gave your honey for your 20th anniversary. Or your 1st anniversary, your 10th anniversary, and your...

Everyone slips up once in a while, and I am as guilty as the next person in accidentally forgetting about an impending birthday. If you need a last-minute birthday gift for mom, dad, your wife, or husband, we’ve got you covered!
Here are some great gifts we picked that are so fabulous, they won’t even seem last-minute. Keep scrolling (or use the table of contents below), as we’ve included a section of last-minute gifts under $25. Bonus!
Last Minute Birthday Gifts
Cookies and chocolates and go...

It’s seldom easy to know what to say or do to comfort someone who’s suffered a loss as profound as the death of a loved one. It’s a process, and everyone grieves differently.
For some, the best thing you can do is talk about the recently deceased, and for others, that’s the very last thing they feel like doing.
While you’re learning how to help that person in the best possible way for them, it’s never a bad idea to send a small token of love and comfort. In this post, we’ll show you some swee...