With an overwhelming amount of wedding advice circulating online, from social media trends to well-meaning but outdated traditions, it’s easy to get caught up in misconceptions about wedding planning. These myths can create unnecessary stress, pressure, and even lead couples to make decisions that don’t truly reflect their vision.

To help you navigate the planning process with clarity and confidence, we’re debunking 10 of the most common wedding planning myths so you can focus on what truly matters—creating a celebration that feels authentic, memorable, and uniquely yours.

There’s something truly special about celebrating love in an open, natural setting. New England’s outdoor venues offer a variety of stunning backdrops, from charming farms and waterfront locations to historic estates with sprawling gardens. With plenty of space to personalize your setup and the added bonus of natural décor, an outdoor wedding provides a relaxed yet elegant atmosphere.

However, to ensure everything runs smoothly, it’s important to account for unpredictable elements from weather to additional costs and more. We break down all things you should know and consider before planning an outdoor wedding in New England!

Planning a wedding is one of the most exciting experiences, but it also comes with many details to juggle. Without the right approach, it’s easy to make mistakes that can lead to unnecessary stress, budget overruns, or last-minute chaos.

From booking vendors too quickly to forgetting hidden costs and overloading your wedding day timeline, these common mistakes can impact your big day. In this guide, we’re breaking down 10 common wedding planning mistakes and how to avoid them, so you can stay organized, stress-free, and fully enjoy every moment of your wedding journey.

Allocating your wedding budget isn’t just about crunching numbers; it’s about prioritizing what matters most to you as a couple. While traditional budget guidelines are helpful, each couple’s priorities can influence how funds are distributed.

Your wedding should reflect your unique vision and values, and your budget can be tailored to bring those dreams to life. We’ll explore standard wedding budget allocations and how to adjust your wedding budget based on your unique preferences, whether you’re design-focused, food-focused, floral-focused, or simply want it all!

Planning your wedding is an exciting milestone — but let’s be real, it’s also a massive undertaking. Between juggling countless decisions, managing your budget, hiring vendors, and coordinating every little detail, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. That’s where we come in!

Here, we pull back the curtain on what wedding planners actually do, bust common myths, and help you decide if hiring one is the right move for you.

Having the right vendors by your side on the big day (and throughout planning) can ensure the success and enjoyment of your celebration, which is why we are dedicating time to spotlight some of the very best in New England on our blog.

We are delighted to feature a long-time trusted vendor and absolute professional in wedding photography world - Felisha Lees Photography! Get valuable insight into Felisha’s wedding photography style and learn why you need her on your vendor dream team!

Having the right vendors by your side on the big day (and throughout planning) can ensure the success and enjoyment of your celebration, which is why we are dedicating time to spotlight some of the very best in New England on our blog.

We are delighted to feature a long-time trusted vendor and absolute professional in wedding photography world - Colton Simmons Photography! Get valuable insight into Colton’s wedding photography and learn why you need him on your vendor dream team!

You're knee-deep in wedding planning mode, diving into contracts, sifting through vendors, and reading all the little details. Suddenly, you stumble upon jargon that makes you pause and go, "Wait, what's the deal with this?"

We’re here to break it all down and guide you with explanations of the most commonly unknown terms + phrases you’ll likely encounter when wedding planning…because when it comes to planning your wedding, no question is a stupid one, so let’s get you started on the right foot!