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Wedding reception playlist | Brit Rader Photography

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Ah, the reception! The par-tay central! Of course, the wedding ceremony itself is beautiful and sentimental, and who doesn’t love a good cocktail bar? But the party happens at the reception! Let’s be honest, everyone loves the delicious food, free-flowing drinks, great company, and of course the wedding reception music! The wedding reception playlist has […]

The Only Wedding Reception Playlist You’ll Ever Need

Weddings

Last name change after marriage | Brit Rader Wedding Photography

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Like the design of your engagement ring or the style of your wedding, your last name change after marriage is entirely a personal decision. The majority of women adopt their husband’s last name, according to one of the largest data analyses in recent years, showing that this long-standing tradition is still widely popular.  For many, […]

The Complete Guide to Your Last Name Change After Marriage

Planning

Destination Elopement | Brit Rader Photography

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Why put together a list of the best places to elope in the world? Destination elopements are expected to become increasingly popular in the future, according to experts in the wedding business. In addition to being less expensive than a typical wedding, they also allow for more fun and creativity. The phrase “to elope” no […]

8 Best Places to Elope In the World

Destination

Reading wedding vows to each other | Brit Rader Photography

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Traditional wedding vows do the trick, sure. But, writing your own personal wedding vows can be incredibly romantic, or funny, whatever your relationship style is. I’ve certainly heard some good ones from my couples over the years.  No matter the kind of wedding you choose to have, one of the most important moments of the […]

Write the Most Memorable Wedding Vows Ever With This Guide

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Choosing a wedding theme is your time to let your personality shine! Settling on a wedding theme isn’t necessarily essential to your wedding planning, but it can help bring everything together and make your decisions easier. Once you’ve chosen a theme, it’ll narrow down your choice of venue, selecting the wedding cake, your wedding dress […]

Popular Wedding Theme Ideas to Inspire You

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