History of the Garter Toss
History of the Garter Toss Kara Hyden When it comes to wedding traditions, there are many for the ceremony and many for the wedding reception. During the wedding reception, there’s a long-standing tradition for the bridal bouquet toss and the garter toss. Have you ever wondered where the tradition of the garter toss came from? […]
Having a Fairytale Wedding
Fairytale Themes in Your Wedding Zay Burry Having a fairytale wedding is a common theme that many couples consider when trying to decide what they want their wedding to feel like and look like. A fairytale wedding is a fairly ambiguous term, it very much depends on what type of fairytale you would like to […]
The History of Wearing White to Your Wedding
Ever Wondered Why We Wear White to Our Wedding? Coco Dietz Today you would be hard pressed to find a bride who chooses to not wear a shade of white on their wedding day. That tradition has been so deeply ingrained into many young girls let alone young brides minds that it is difficult for […]
The Send Off
The Send Off Coco Dietz “And they Lived Happily Ever After” One tradition that many people have taken and adapted to fit their unique wedding styles is that of the send off. At the end of the reception after all the dancing, cake cutting, and general merriment all the guests line up outside and give […]
Other than a Guest Book
Other than a Guest Book Coco Dietz One of the most common themes throughout many new brides is the want to take traditions that are more old-fashioned and give them a fresh new life. One of these is the idea of a guest book. It’s not that the idea of having memorabilia to encapsulate who […]
A Toast to the Happy Couple
A Toast to the Happy Couple By: Coco Dietz When planning a wedding, a lot of brides are choosing to look for options that are different and unique, straying away from the typical wedding that you might see. As your creativity grows, so can the cost if you are not careful. Luckily, we have a […]
Wedding Dress and Reception Dress
Wedding Dress and Reception Maggi Gallaspy Congrats on saying yes to the dress! Now all that’s left is to decide if you’ll wear your dream gown all night long or do an outfit change before the reception. While there are pros and cons to both and it ultimately comes down to your preference, a lot […]
The Officiant
The Officiant Coco Dietz Finding someone who will lead the marriage ceremony is an important decision. They will talk about you and your partner’s love and relationship. If possible, they should be someone that was there for the entirety of your relationship. If that is not an option, then give them as much information as […]
Under the Alter
Under the Alter Coco Dietz Call to your mind a “wedding” and one thing you’ll probably see is a couple standing hand in hand in front of a beautiful set piece. Think of a “modern wedding” and you’ll probably see an archway; decked out in flowers, probably wooden, and pretty simplistic. Since weddings are ceremonies, […]
Lubbock Area Bakeries
Lubbock Area Bakeries Maggi Gallaspy Whether you’re planning your bridal shower, crafting wedding favors or want to incorporate a dessert table at your reception, local bakeries are a great place to start. From decadent pastries to customized wedding cakes and everything in between, the Lubbock bakery scene is overflowing with sought-after treats, sweet and savory, […]