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Fashion, Inspiration, Planning, Rings

Nontraditional Engagement Rings

Naomijshaw 3 min read

A sampling of unique, nontraditional engagement ring ideas for same-sex, queer and trans couples that are packed with glamour and style, but dare to challenge...

Local Vendors, Photography, Planning, Pro, Wedding Planning Tools & Tips

How to Hire a Wedding Photographer for Your Gay Wedding

Kirsten Palladino 3 min read

Planning a gay or lesbian wedding? Your choice of wedding photographer is even more important when you're gay because their familiarity with same-sex weddings is...

Favors & Gifts, News, Planning, Planning, Pro, Wedding Planning Tools & Tips

Giving Back With Your Wedding Registry

Kirsten Palladino 3 min read

A spotlight on The Good Beginning, which connects couples getting married with charitable organizations that they can select for their wedding registry.

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Engagement, Planning

When You Can’t Wait A Moment Longer to Propose

Equally Wed 6 min read

Atlanta couple Amy and Lisa share their adorable proposal story from two different perspectives: hers and hers.

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Food & Drinks, Planning, Planning

Champagne Cocktail Dreams

Kirsten Palladino 1 min read

Turn it up! Your glass, I mean. Whether it's your engagement, your wedding day or New Year's Eve, there's always something to celebrate with a...

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Colors, Planning, Planning, Wedding Planning Tools & Tips

Winter Wedding Color Palettes

Kirsten Palladino 1 min read

Take a cue from these winter LGBTQ weddings and warm up your chilly day with fabulous colors!

Features, Food & Drinks, Inspiration, Planning, Planning, Sponsored

Blanc de Bleu Gives Weddings Something Blue and Sparkling

Kirsten Palladino 4 min read

To really wow your guests as well as make your toasts distinct, look to Blanc de Bleu, the world’s first blue sparkling grape wine.

Favors & Gifts, Planning, Planning, Wedding Planning Tools & Tips

Holiday Gift Guide – 2015

Kirsten Palladino 2 min read

Wedding and holiday presents shine in our handy gift guide.

Legal, Planning, Planning, Wedding Planning Tools & Tips

Altar-Bound at Last: Legal Considerations for Engaged Same-Sex Couples

Cynthia Wright 5 min read

As wonderful a day as that was, in fact, true marriage equality still does not exist in spite of the landmark Obergefell decision. While the...

Features, Holiday Specials, Pictorial, Planning, Special Advertising, Sponsored, Wedding Planning Tools & Tips...

Top Fall Wedding Registry Picks

Equally Wed 1 min read

With the crisp fall air freshening summer’s hot wake, the entertaining mood is alive with sparkle and spice.

Business Education, Engagement, General, Getting Started, How To, Planning, Pro, ...

Trends in LGBTQ Proposals and Engagements

Equally Wed 1 1 min read

What are the statistics for LGBTQ engagements and proposals? How many couples are planning their proposals together? Is there one person who's swooping down to...

Community, Planning, Viewpoints

What Happens When Bisexuals Marry?

Guest Writer 5 min read

I didn’t stop being attracted to men or transpeople when I married a ciswoman.

Cakes, Colors, Food & Drinks, Planning, Wedding Planning Tools & Tips

Trends We Love: Metallic Wedding Cakes

Kirsten Ott Palladino 2 min read

Couples are taking a shine to the glitz and the glam of metallics for their wedding cakes. From gold and bronze to silver and pewter,...

Features, Marriage Equality News, News, Planning, Videos

First gay couple gets marriage license in Rowan County

Equally Wed 1 min read

James Yates and his partner Will Smith Jr. were one of three same-sex couples denied a marriage license by Rowan County Clerk Kim Davis. Now,...

Food & Drinks, Food & Health, Planning, Planning, Receptions, Showers & Parties, Wedding Planning Tools & Tips

Choosing Your Wedding Menu

Equally Wed 2 min read

Celebratory consumption is a beautiful thing. Planning the menu for your wedding reception might seem daunting (Buffet or sit-down service? Passed hors d’oeuvres or appetizer...