Updated on: Apr 10, 2023
Congratulations on your engagement! Getting married is an exciting and wonderful part of life, but the planning process can be long and stressful. There are so many elements that go into a wedding from the venue, the ceremony, the attire, food, decorations, party favors, photographers, entertainment, and much more. While hiring an event planner will make the experience much easier you should have a vision in mind for what your ideal wedding will be like.
We are here to make the wedding planning process easier and less stressful by compiling the best wedding ideas we can find. Take a look at our wedding ideas and imagine your dream wedding coming to life. We make wedding planning fast and easy!
Engagement, Honeymoon, and Ring Ideas

Haven't popped the question yet? Make a statement with a ring that fits your significant other's style and personality. We have guides on the most popular options for engagement rings and wedding bands and how to correctly measure for a ring.
After the engagement, we suggest marriage preparation classes and have ideas for bridal parties. You may also want to read up on the name-changing processes and brainstorm honeymoon ideas after your big day.
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- How to Measure Ring Size: Find the Perfect Fit for You
- How to Wear Wedding Sets
- 24 Tips for Picking Stunning Sapphire Engagement Rings
- Wedding Jewelry
- Bridal Party Ideas
- 16 Cheap Honeymoon Destinations in US
- 10 Reasons to Enroll in Marriage Preparation
- Changing Your Name After Marriage: 21 Helpful Tips
Groom Attire, Wedding Dresses, and Accessories Ideas

It's important to be the best-dressed person in the room on your wedding day. We have created a list of the best wedding dresses, attire for the groom, and accessories to consider when planning what you will wear.
- Your Perfect Guide to Everything Dresses
- 12 Famous Wedding Dress Designers
- Wedding Attire: The Complete Guide to Wedding Dress Code
- 6 Essential Bridal Accessories Shopping Tips
- 5 Tips for Picking the Perfect Boutonniere
- 7 Helpful Tips for Buying Jewelry Online
- 17 Fun and Stylish Groomsmen Socks
- Wedding Attire: The Complete Guide to Wedding Dress Code
Wedding Budgets and Checklists

Before approaching a wedding planner it's a good idea to draft a budget plan. This list features helpful checklists and budget worksheets that will make the wedding planning process easier.
- How to Pay for a Wedding: 11 Quality Tips
- 15 Cheap Wedding Ideas
- Easy Wedding Budget Worksheet
- Easy Wedding Checklist
- Wedding Ceremony Flowers Checklist
- Honeymoon Checklist (COVID Style)
- 10 Important Wedding Photographer Checklist Details
- Wedding Reception Checklist -5 Beneficial Tips
- Using Our Easy Rehearsal Dinner Budget Worksheet
Wedding Ceremony Ideas

How do you envision your wedding ceremony? Would you like it to be traditional or perhaps unorthodox? Is religion an important part of your life? We have compiled a list of popular ceremonies from various religions as well as secular options. We also have unique wedding ceremony ideas.
- 15 Unique Wedding Ideas
- Wedding Vows and Speeches
- 25 Unique Wedding Traditions
- 14 Seaside Wedding Tips and Theme Ideas
- Comprehensive List of 6 Wedding Processional Orders
- 75 Wedding Processional Songs for an Unforgettable Entrance
- 42 Beautiful Wedding Readings For Your Special Day
- 25 Beautiful Wedding Vows: Traditional Options
- 45 Funny Wedding Vows to Amuse Guests
- 23 Creative Handfasting Ceremony Ideas
- A Look Into a Vibrant Hindu Wedding Ceremony Program
- How Long Does a Wedding Ceremony Last? - 15 Quality Tips
- Creating the Perfect Humanist Wedding Ceremony
- 14 Beautiful Irish Wedding Blessing Ideas
- 13 Classic Methodist Wedding Ceremony Elements
- A Mormon Wedding Ceremony Guide
- Inside a Culturally Rich Native American Wedding Ceremony: Rituals and Tribes
- Creating a Stunning Pagan Wedding Ceremony
- Rose Wedding Ceremony- The How-To's
- Thai Wedding Ceremony- 15 Great Tips to Make It Better!
- 5 Ways to Create a Modern Viking Wedding Ceremony
Wedding Decorations and Invitations

The invitations and decorations for your wedding are important also. These should be selected based on your wedding's theme. Check out the list we compiled to brainstorm ideas.
- 17 Charming Wedding Centerpieces Ideas
- Event and Wedding Flower Ideas
- 19 Helpful Flower Preserving Tips
- 8 Steps to Help You Choose the Best Vase for Flower Arrangements
- Breathtaking Wedding Flowers: 46 Tips
- 40 Wedding Invitation Ideas - Themes & Great Questions to Ask
Wedding Destination Locations, Rentals and Venues

Where do you want your wedding to be? Are you looking for a destination wedding or do you want the ceremony to be at your local church or banquet hall? No matter what your vision is we have a number of ideas for venues, destination locations, and rentals.
- 6 of the Most Basic yet Amazing North American Destination Weddings Locations
- 38 Best U.S. Cities for a Brewery Wedding
- Affordable Ceremony-Only Wedding Venues - 7 Tips to Save
- 15 Beautiful Garden Wedding Venues
- Hawaii Wedding Venues: 20 Affordable Options
- 20 Most Popular Reception Venues - Budget Tips Included
- The Ultimate Dream Wedding Venues & Guide
- The Ultimate Party Bus Rental Guide
- 4 Key Steps to Renting Party Supplies and Questions to Ask
- 6 Easy and Essential Wedding Supplies to Rent
Wedding Entertainment and Music

After you say "I do" and it is official, the party begins. The right entertainment and music will make your wedding a blast. We have a number of music ideas for your first dance as a married couple, a heartwarming father-daughter dance, and songs that will get your guests moving on the dance floor.
- Wedding Entertainment - 50 Fun Ideas to Liven Up the Mood
- 60 Heartwarming Father-Daughter Dance Songs
- 60 Wild Garter Toss Songs
- Couple's First Dance - 5 Steps for the Best Memories
- Classical Wedding: 41 Best Songs to Fancy Up the Night!
- 75 Wedding Processional Songs for an Unforgettable Entrance
- 7 Styles of Videography
- 15 Noteworthy Ideas for Your Own Wedding Hashtags
- 15 Useful DJ Hiring Tips
Wedding Food Ideas

What type of wedding cake would you like? How would you like it to look? The wedding cake is an important part of any wedding so make sure to hire an experienced wedding cake baker.
How about the food? What kind of food would you like at your wedding? Make sure to give your guests options and consider any food allergies they may have. Perhaps you would like them to select an order or would like buffet catering.
Finally, you should consider the drinks served at the wedding reception. Will you have an open bar?
- 18 Exciting Wedding Dessert Table Ideas
- 42 Creative Wedding Drinks - Tips Included
- 9 Unique Wedding Reception Desserts
- Wonderful Wedding Cupcakes - 17 Ideas
- Hiring a Wedding Catering Service - 28 Helpful Tips and Questions
Wedding Gifts and Wedding Favors

What type of favors should you have for guests at your wedding? Should you have welcome baskets? Should you have a wedding registry and where would you set one up?
- 22 Unique DIY Edible Wedding Favors
- 18 Important Things to Know for Making a Wedding Registry
- 48 Best Bridesmaid Gifts
- 26 Best Wedding Gifts for 2021
- Bridal Shower Gift Vs Wedding Gift: 9 of Your Important Questions Answered
- 41 Friendly Welcome Basket Ideas
Wedding Ideas During COVID

If you are still planning to have your wedding during the COVID-19 pandemic or any pandemic in the future (hopefully this will never be the case again) it is important to consider CDC guidelines to keep yourself and your guests safe. We have compiled some ideas on how to prep or host your wedding safely and responsibly during these difficult times.
- 4 Helpful COVID Rehearsal Dinner Ideas
- 11 Effective COVID Wedding Workout Tips
- Honeymoon Checklist (COVID Style)
- How to Have a Covid Wedding That is Memorable
- 18 Helpful Wedding Hair Tips and Questions to Ask Your Stylist
- Important Questions to Ask Musicians if Social Distancing
Tips for Wedding Party Members

Those within your wedding party may also feel some stress from planning what they will say in their speech to what they will wear. Maybe this is the first time they will be in a wedding party or the first time they have gone to a wedding? Supplying them with these tips will best prepare them for the ceremony.
- 15 Best Man Responsibilities and Duties - The Guide to Being the Best Man Ever
- 20 of the Best Ideas for Bridesmaid Robes
- How to Choose Bridesmaid Dresses - 14 Helpful Tips
- How to Write a Maid of Honor Speech - 18 Great Tips
- 17 Important Maid of Honor Duties
- 22 Easy Best Man Speech Tips
- 8 Easy Flower Girl Dress Buying Tips
Conclusion
Planning your wedding can be an exciting and fun yet stressful experience. There are so many elements that go into planning the perfect wedding. We hope that this list of wedding ideas makes the wedding planning process easier for you. We are continuously adding new ideas and if we cannot find something that fits your ideal wedding ceremony or reception here, conduct a search on our home page.
If you need assistance from a wedding planner, we would be happy to help you plan your wedding. We have decades of experience in the event planning field and have a large variety of vendors and can make the wedding planning process fast and easy for you.
Written by Jack Leduc