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5 Things to Know Before You Shop for Your First Home

Know your finances: It sounds obvious but it’s easy to overlook. “There are a few truly critical things to do and understand with personal finance and buying a home,” explains Keller Williams Newtown realtor Steven Masterson. “First, know your credit score. The higher your credit score the better. When preparing to buy a home there […]

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You Don’t Need To Wear White

OK, ladies, it’s time to ditch the idea that wedding dresses need to white and meringue, like seriously who sets these rules anyway. On February 10, 1840, Queen Victoria changed the wedding dress industry for centuries to come when she wore a white gown (instead of a red one, which was a tradition at the […]

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Four Unexpected Bridal Fashion Trends

Photo by Oana Lupescu from Pexels Whether it was a precise tailoring feat or a noticeably nontraditional color palette, the best trends coming out of the bridal market were fresh alternatives to the classic princess gowns you probably have on your Pinterest board. Ahead, the biggest and most unexpected wedding dress styles for fall 2019 […]

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Pockets In Wedding Gown

Photo by Daniel Moises Magulado from Pexels Is there anything more exciting than receiving a compliment on a dress and then revealing that it also cleverly conceals pockets? Yes! Finding your dream wedding dress that is armed with virtually invisible but totally functional pockets! Gone are the days of making your maid of honor carry […]

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Liberty & Lace’s Fashion Picks

Liberty & Lace is one of the city’s newest bridal boutiques. Based Manayunk and owned by Juliet Sabella and Kellie Strain, the women behind The Wall cycling studio, the pair set out to create an inclusive, relaxed shopping environment.  Opened last year, you can find everything from gowns to jewelry, to day-of accessories and other […]

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Fashion at the Deacon

Photography: Love Me Do Photography www.lovemedophotography.com Dresses: Lovely Bride Philadelphia lovelybride.com Hair & makeup: Aleksandra Ambrozy www.aleksandraambrozy.com 1. Cassidy by Kate McDonald: (https://lovelybride.com/dresses/cassidy/kate-mcdonald_cassidy_front-03193/) Regal by Sarah Seven: (https://lovelybride.com/designers/sarah-seven/) Winston by Sarah Seven: (https://lovelybride.com/dresses/winston/) Regal by Sarah Seven: (https://lovelybride.com/designers/sarah-seven/) Winston by Sarah Seven: (https://lovelybride.com/dresses/winston/)

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Best Shops For Plus-Sized Brides

Wedding dress shopping can be one of the most fun (and emotional) experiences of the wedding planning process. But, when you’re setting out to plan where to shop with your bridal crew, sometimes it’s not readily apparent which bridal salons are size-inclusive—and which might not have what you’re looking for. Bridal Garden (900 West Route […]

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Wedding Day Survival Kit

It’s your big day! But that’s doesn’t mean your body’s going to cooperate every step of the way. Between hangry moments, walking down the isle jitters and airplace germs, we got you covered. Stock up, pack a bag of essentials to have on hand throughout the day (don’t forget to include bottles of water!) and […]

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7 Bachelor Weekend Road Trips

Yes, we all know Philly’s the greatest, but sometimes you’ve just gotta trade the misery that is being stuck on the Schuylkill for an exit straight out of town. A bachelorette weekend is the perfect opportunity. While many might opt for a weekend in the city or others choose to whisk their girlfriends off to […]

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Hyatt Regency

10 Reasons to Visit: Bachelorette Getaway: Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Sightseeing is always fun and exciting, but there’s also something totally relaxing and indulgent about not having to get into a car for the entire length of your getaway. That’s right: no Ubers, no Lyfts, no traffic or GPSing. With so much to see and do, […]

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