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Guides
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10 Classic Wedding Speech Jokes that Work Again & Again

Love them or hate them, jokes are at the heart of any good wedding speech. And whether you’re the master...
Ideas + Planning
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Throwing A Micro Wedding? We’ve Got A Dress For That.

One of the biggest things in weddings right now is a micro wedding.  One part elopement ease,  one part everything...
Winter Engagement Photo Ideas | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
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Wonderful Winter Engagement Photo Ideas

The period between November and February is a time when the largest proportion of couples get engaged in North America....
Most Romantic Wedding Ceremonies | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
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The Most Romantic Wedding Ceremony Settings. Ever.

How do you envision exchanging your vows? In front of stunning scenic landscape? Under an arbor laden with lush florals?...
Simple Centerpieces | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
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12 Simple Yet Stunning Centerpieces

Modern, minimal centerpiece design is having a moment. We love over-the-top lush floral masterpieces but there’s something to be said for...
Hot Pink Bridal Bouquets | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
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Think Pink | Hot Pink Wedding Bouquets

Move over blush pink, this bright shade’s got something to say. Bright, fun and bold, hot pink wedding flowers make an...
Incorporating Your Pup at Your Wedding | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
·3 min read

Adorable Ways to Include Your Pup at Your Wedding

There’s a reason dogs are called man’s best friend.  Loyal, loving, fun, it’s natural to want our faithful companions to...
Beautiful Wedding Bling | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
·2 min read

Wedding Day Bling-spiration

Twinkle, twinkle, little bride. Add some sparkle and glamour to your wedding day with rhinestones, crystals and bling (that goes...
Picture Perfect Floral Chandeliers | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
·2 min read

14 Picture Perfect Floral Chandeliers

When it comes to wedding decor, there’s nothing as romantic as a floral chandelier. After all, blooms raining down from the...
The Cutest Wedding Napkins You've Ever Seen | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
·3 min read

21 of the Cutest Wedding Napkins You’ve Ever Seen

The fun’s in the details!  Cocktail wedding napkins are often overlooked, but the truth is they’re an amazing place to...
Ideas + Planning
·5 min read

23 Ways To Save On Your Wedding (Without Looking Like You Did)

Want that luxe look on a budget? Here are some ways to stretch your dollar without anyone ever being the...
Bold Bouquets | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
·2 min read

Bright + Bold Wedding Bouquets

Vibrant and bold bridal bouquets are a dramatic choice. Packed full of lively colors and exploding with unique foliage, we...
Gorgeous Wedding Tables | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
·4 min read

9 Of The Most Gorgeous Wedding Tables. Ever.

If you are looking to wow your wedding guests, look no further than this post for some gorgeous wedding table...
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The 10 Most Iconic Wedding Dresses of All Time

There are wedding dresses that you remember.  And then there are wedding dresses that are iconic. Dresses that both set...
Outdoors In Wedding Decor Ideas | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
·4 min read

Bringing The Outdoors In At Your Wedding

The luxury of wedding decor reaches its peak when you combine outdoor elements with indoor venues. Think: lush foliage, open...
Pastel Wedding Bouquet Inspiration | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
·3 min read

12 Pretty Pastel Bouquets

For spring and summer brides, a pretty pastel bouquet is a must-do. Delicately gathered, dramatic cascading or gently rounded, any...
Unforgettable Outdoor Ceremonies | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
·3 min read

8 Unforgettable Outdoor Wedding Ceremonies

If you’re fretting over finding the perfect venue to hold your wedding ceremony, look no further than the Great Outdoors....
Fun Save the Dates | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
·2 min read

9 Fun, Fresh Save the Date Designs

Your save the date design sets the scene for your wedding. Formal, sassy or a destination escape — this is...
2016's Hottest Wedding Colors | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
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2016’s Hottest Wedding Colors

Want to know the hottest colors for 2016? Take a peek at the Pantone Spring Color Report. These 10 happy...
Pretty Ceremony Backdrops | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
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14 Pretty Ceremony Backdrop Ideas

Not only does does the right ceremony backdrop frame you as you say your vows, it will also show up...
Ideas + Planning
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10 Colorful (And Amazing) Wedding Cakes

We’ve featured some other amazing cake inspiration in the past, including glorious all-white cakes and crazy creative cakes, but today...
Intricate Wedding Cake Inspiration | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
·4 min read

16 Wedding Cakes with Stunning Details

Nothing says luxury like astounding hand-piped or handpainted touches on a wedding cake. And although that incredible detailing and intricate design...
Ideas + Planning
·2 min read

Vintage Glam Wedding Reception Tablescape Inspiration

Vintage elegance comes in all forms, across all decades. Today’s post is all about vintage going glam for wedding tablescapes and...
Ideas + Planning
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10 Amazingly Fun Save The Date Designs

Save the dates are the first hint of your wedding your guests will get, so don’t be afraid to have fun...
Great Groomsmen Gifts | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
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11 Great Groomsman Gifts

The perfect groomsmen gift not only says thank you for helping out on one of your most important days of...
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DIY
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10 Handmade Contemporary Wedding Decoration Ideas

If you are a lover of modern and contemporary designs and you want your wedding to be infused with lovely...
Amazing Non-traditional Wedding Reception Seating | Preowneweddingdresses.com
Ideas + Planning
·3 min read

Amazing (Non-traditional) Wedding Reception Seating

Recently we covered unique layouts and choices for ceremony seating, so why not receptions, too? It may seem impossible to shake...
Wedding Reception Candles Ideas | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
·2 min read

Romantic Reception Candles

It’s hard to deny the magic of candlight. Long a wedding decor mainstay, they bring sophistication and romance to any...
Ideas + Planning
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The Most Charming Mini Wedding Cakes Ever

Delicious things come in small packages…even grand wedding cakes. Perfect for favors, a dessert and sweets bar or just beautiful...
Yummy Midnight Snack Ideas | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
·4 min read

20 Fun Midnight Snack Ideas for Your Wedding

It’s about 11:15 pm, and the reception is kicking into high gear … what’s will delight your guests right now? Food!...
Groom's Cakes | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
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14 Fabulously Fun Groom’s Cakes

Considered a Southern tradition, groom’s cakes actually became popular in Victorian England. These days they’re gaining popularity all over thanks to...
Fabulous Foliage at Weddings | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
·4 min read

Gorgeous Wedding Greenery

How green does your wedding grow? Lush foliage is a hot wedding look these days, for many great reasons. Not only...
Showstopper Wedding Cakes | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
·3 min read

18 Wedding Cakes Your Guests Will Remember

It’s said we eat with our eyes. If that’s the case, get ready to devour today’s post because dramatic, over-the-top cakes are...
Classic Cakes | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
·2 min read

15 Simple, Classic Wedding Cakes

Whether you go with fondant or buttercream, square or round, there’s no denying the classic romance of a simple, tiered wedding cake....
Stunning Wedding Exits | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
·2 min read

17 Stunning Wedding Exits

The vows have been exchanged, the first dance has finished and the bouquet has been tossed. The only thing left...
Delightful Donut Displays | PreOwnedWeddingDresse.com
Ideas + Planning
·2 min read

18 Delightful Doughnut Displays

Today’s post is one you do-nut want to miss. You’ll want to read the hole thing! Okay, puns aside, if...
Fresh Bridesmaid Dress Inspiration | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
·1 min read

Fresh Bridesmaid Dress Inspiration

Want a totally amazing look for your bridesmaids?  Then don’t miss this fresh, contemporary (and totally chic!) inspiration. Varied lengths,...
Must-Have Wedding Day Photos | Preownedweddingdresses.com
Ideas + Planning
·4 min read

Must Have Wedding Day Shots

There are some shots your wedding photographer is bound to get of your wedding day: walking down the aisle, ring...
Wedding Updos | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
·2 min read

Wedding Updos That Perfectly Complete Your Look

Classic bridal beauty looks include a classic bridal updo. Whether you sweep your luscious locks up into a simple French twist,...
Gifts Your Bridesmaids Will Love | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
·4 min read

20 Gifts Your Bridesmaids Will Adore

You can’t really thank your best girlfriends enough for the role they’ll play in your wedding.   From midnight guest list...
Beautiful Long Wedding Hair Ideas | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
·2 min read

Romantic Inspiration For Wedding Hair (Long Hair Brides)

If you’ve got lovely long locks, you’ll adore this wedding inspiration. It’s full of loose, romantic styles dressy enough for...
Elegant Invites | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
·3 min read

11 Wedding Invites You Won’t Want To Miss

Wedding invites are a gorgeous piece of mail  and they also build your guests’  anticipation. And after you become a Mrs.,...
Ideas + Planning
·1 min read

7 Romantic Bridal Bouquets

While some might say shoes or accessories complete your wedding day look, we think it is your bouquet.   And if...
Adorable Bridesmaid Asks | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Archives
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6 Adorable Ways to Ask Your Bridesmaids

It’s all in the asking.  And asking your besties to stand with is a great time to show them how...
Wedding Table Inspiration
Ideas + Planning
·1 min read

Come Pin With Us!

They call it Pinterest-worthy for a reason.  If you’re looking for the perfect inspiration for your Big Day, you won’t...
Ideas + Planning
·2 min read

Chic, Stylish Wedding Invitation Inspiration

Timeless sophistication at a wedding looks incredibly easy but is difficult to pull off. We believe it all starts with...
Ideas + Planning
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Bouquet Inspiration: Delicate Pastels

Are you envisioning carrying a bouquet of soft, romantic colors down the aisle? We’ve highlighted some of our favorite bridal...
Ideas + Planning
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Imagine Wearing 12 Wedding Gowns!

Dream wedding dress? Imagine being lucky enough to wear twelve! That’s just what this PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com seller did. As Hong Kong...
Low Wedding Centerpiece Inspiration | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
·3 min read

Elegant Low Centerpiece Inspiration

Easy conversation, soft lighting and luxurious lines of flowers go together at weddings like cake and champagne. Create a feeling...
Gifts for Bridesmaids | PreOwnedWeddingDresses.com
Ideas + Planning
·3 min read

13 Unique + Thoughtful Bridesmaids Gifts

If you are looking for elegant, thoughtful presents for your bridesmaids to thank them for their help and support on your...
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