Planning a wedding has become slightly overwhelming (thanks Pinterest!). With endless options of fabrics, cake icing, first look photos, etc., the drama is real and the pressure is high to make your big day flawless. While we can’t take the stress away completely, check out these local Texas bridal shows to start checking off your to-do list and incorporate our must-do’s on your wedding day for a fun and personal flair. If Meghan Markle can change the stereotype for a royal wedding, you can avoid registering for the hideous fine china that your mom can’t get enough of. You’ve got this!
Zola.com is the best place to start your wedding planning. This tool allows you to create a wedding website, registry, checklist, and guest list…all in one place. Now you’re totally stress free, right? LOL. Though this may not take away alllll of the stress of planning a wedding, this site definitely simplifies the process for you and your guests.
Avoid the traditional guestbook filled with snooze-fest lines of signatures and create a photo book of your favorite memories for your guest to autograph instead. This Artifact Uprising Layflat Photo Album ($139+) is the perfect source. The book will give your guests more room to write their well wishes and it will become a wedding keepsake you’ll want to display in your home forever. Choose from various fabric colors and sizes as you customize your book and receive a high-quality photo guest book in just 8 business days + ship time.
Rent Your Bridesmaid Dresses
Being a bridesmaid comes with a hefty price tag. Sure, these girls are thrilled to stand by you through the months of planning and the big day, but it doesn’t come cheap for your best gals. Find a dress on VowToBeChic.com or RentTheRunway.com and help them save money on the dress. Let’s be real, they will only wear it for this one occasion.
Invest in a Custom Illustration
Finding a professional photographer is top-priority for your wedding day. But once those pictures are captured and all are printed and gifted to your fam, you may want something different for your wall. These custom wedding day illustrations from Austin-based Marry Me In Spring are the perfect way to remember your special day.
The perfect collaboration has formed just in time for you to dance the night away at your wedding. The masterminds at Keds and Kate Spade have created an elegant sneaker to give you both comfort and chic style. Now this is one less thing you have to worry about on your big day.
