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Wedding Showers & Parties

The party starts way before the wedding. From rehearsal dinners and bridal showers to bachelor, bachelorette, and engagement parties, we have the best inspiration and advice for hosting a pre-wedding celebration.

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11 Bachelorette Party Ideas the Bride-to-Be (and Her Entire Wedding Party) Will Love
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Traditional Wedding Vows for Your Ceremony
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54 Creative Wedding Favors Your Guests Will Be Excited to Take Home
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90 Short and Sweet Love Quotes That Will Speak Volumes at Your Wedding
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30 Creative Wedding Rituals That Symbolize Unity
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Bridal Shower Games and Activities That Are Actually Fun
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Bridal Shower Etiquette You Need to Know
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Father of the Bride Speeches That Knocked It Out of the Park
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Who Gets an Invitation to the Rehearsal Dinner?
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This Bridal Shower Featured a Springtime in Paris Theme, Complete With a Bouquet-Making Station
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How to Write Your Own Wedding Vows, According to an Expert
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A Resort With a Destination Vibe and a Dive Bar-Themed Cocktail Hour Set the Stage for This Wedding in California
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6 Ways to Make Sure Your Band Looks as Good as They Sound at Your Wedding
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After Being Forced to Reschedule, This Couple Stuck to Their Decision to Wed in Switzerland: "Special Things Are Worth Waiting For"
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Here's How to Eliminate 8 Single-Use Plastic Items From Your Wedding Celebrations
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Everything You Need to Know About Engagement Party Gifts
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35 Signature Drinks That Will Personalize Your Cocktail Hour
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A Basic Wedding Ceremony Outline for Planning the Order of Your I Dos
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Fun Wedding Games That'll Keep Guests Laughing
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35 Reception Dresses Brides Changed Into for Their Parties
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When Should You Have Your Bridal Shower?
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21 Elements of an Unforgettable Bridal Shower
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30 Casual Wedding Ideas for Your Low-Key Big Day
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50 Floral Wedding Centerpiece Ideas We Love
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50 Tips for Planning Your Wedding Reception
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26 Delicious Bites to Serve at Your Bridal Shower
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41 Unique Bridal Shower Ideas to Bookmark
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What to Do With Your Engagement Ring During the Wedding
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Your Bachelorette Party Etiquette Questions, Answered
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11 Unique Wedding Ceremony Readings for Your Big Day
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The Etiquette of Engagement Parties
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The Etiquette of Wedding Rehearsal Dinners
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Attending Your First Mehndi Party? Here's What You Need to Know About This Pre-Wedding Event
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What to Say When Proposing—Besides the Obvious
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This Couple's September Wedding in California Embraced the Best of Both Summer and Fall
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How to Plan an Entirely Unplugged Wedding
Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez at "The Last Duel" Red Carpet - The 78th Venice International Film Festival
A Witness Overheard Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez's Emotional Wedding Vows: "They Cried to Each Other"
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Does the Bride Have to Wear White to Her Pre-Wedding Parties?
Sarah Hyland at the 2021 E! People's Choice Awards
Over the Weekend, Sarah Hyland Hosted the Bridal Shower of Her "Dreams"
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What Should You Wear to a Low-Key Bridal Shower?
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How to Ensure Guests Attend Your Post-Wedding Brunch
AirBnB Bachelorette Party Rental
Is It Okay for a Bridesmaid to RSVP No to a Destination Bachelorette Party Invitation?
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These Are 20 of the Best Bridal Shower Favors Under $10
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Our 20 Most Inventive Ideas for Your Wedding Buffet
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Ahead of Their 10-Year Wedding Anniversary, Jessica Biel Just Revealed How Justin Timberlake Proposed
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These High School Sweethearts Hosted a Modern Wedding with Rustic Touches in Santa Barbara
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3 Ways to Make Sure Your Wedding Is an Inclusive, Accessible Event
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At Their Chateau Wedding in France, This Couple and Their Guests Danced Until Dawn
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How to Choose Between Bare Wood or Linen-Covered Tables at Your Wedding
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What Types of Plates Should You Rent for Your Wedding?
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The Couple Brought the Amalfi Coast to Texas Hill Country During Their Lakefront Rehearsal Dinner
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Ben Affleck Proposed to Jennifer Lopez During Her Favorite Self-Care Ritual
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Avril Lavigne and Mod Sun Are Engaged!
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An Elegant Poolside Rehearsal Dinner Designed to Celebrate the Couple's Shared Puerto Rican Heritage
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Eight Things Guests and Hosts Should Never Do at a Bridal Shower
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This Stylish Duo Had Three Days of Pre-Wedding Events, Including a Mini Pool Party and Earthy Rehearsal Dinner
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At This Rehearsal Dinner on Lake Tahoe, Sage Gingham Linens and Wildflower Centerpieces Added Pops of Whimsy
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Should Your Plan Your Own Bridal Shower? Etiquette Experts Share Their Thoughts
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"Jeopardy!" Champion Amy Schneider Is Engaged!
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48 of the Best Mother-Son Dance Songs—Plus, How to Choose a Tune for Your Own Meaningful Moment with Mom
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How Long Should Your Wedding Ceremony Be?
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Unexpected Wedding Food Ideas Your Guests Will Love
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A Complete Timeline for Planning a Bridal Shower