Wedding Trends 2025
Darlings, the Boutique Venue Revolution Is Here And It's Not What You Think
The boutique wedding venue revolution isn't what you think: why intimate properties and vendor flexibility are reshaping how 2026 couples celebrate.
Wedding Tips
Wedding Planning
I Called 100 Wedding Venues Pretending to Be Engaged, Here's The Real Cost Breakdown They Don't Want You to See
I called 100 wedding venues pretending to be engaged. 'Starting at' prices jumped 112% in final quotes, the hidden fees and questions to ask first.
Wedding Planning
I Analyzed 847 Venue Websites So You Don't Have To (And What I Found Will Shock You)
I read 847 wedding venue websites and found the same misleading patterns. What 'starting at' really hides and what transparent venues do differently.
Relationships
Why Falling in Love with Someone Who Has a Child Might Be the Best Thing That Ever Happens to You
So you met someone incredible. They’re kind, grounded, hilarious, hot in that ‘they know where their passport is’ kind of way... and they have a kid.
DIY wedding
How to Plan a DIY Wedding in San Diego: The Laid-Back Bride’s Guide
Some cities just get weddings. San Diego is one of them. You've got the coastline, the cactus-dotted canyons, golden sunsets, ocean breezes, and a whole lot of easygoing charm.
Relationships
10 Things Every Couple Should Talk About After Getting Engaged (Before You Pick the Cake)
You said yes. You popped champagne. You posted the ring pic (obviously). But now what? Before you dive into cake tastings and Pinterest spirals, take a breath. Because as exciting as wedding planning is, marriage planning is where the real magic happens.
WedStay-Style Wedding
San Diego: The Ultimate Destination for Estate‑Style Weddings of Every Size
San Diego isn’t just about beaches, perfect weather, and taco trucks, it’s also one of the most epic locations for an Airbnb-style wedding.
Wedding Vendors
The Ultimate Wedding Vendor Guide: A Former Bride's Tell-All
A bride's tell-all vendor guide: which categories to splurge on, which to skip, and the red flags that signal a vendor will ghost you mid-planning.
WedStay-Style Wedding
5 Creative Ways to Find a Venue for Your Backyard Wedding
In this guide, we’re sharing 5 creative ways to find a venue for your backyard wedding that blend practical, helpful tips with the painful truths of DIY planning. By the time you get to the final tip, you'll see why it’s a total no-brainer to use a dedicated platform to cut through all the chaos.