How to include your beloved dog or pets in your wedding, whether they’re physically present or there in spirit. Table of Contents: Why Include Your Dog in Your Wedding? Your pet is an important part of your life, so of course you want to include them in your big day! Whether you’re looking to incorporate your pet in your wedding ceremony or are searching for another way to honor them, here are 18 adorable ways to include your dog in your wedding day (or your cat, bird, rabbit, or other pet!). Including your pet in your wedding day can add a special and heartwarming touch to your celebration. Whether it’s having your furry friend walk down the aisle, serve as the ring bearer, or be present for photos, involving your pet creates memorable moments and showcases their importance in your life. But don’t worry, even if your pet is happier and safer staying at home on your wedding day, there are still many ways to include them. This list offers various ways to make your pet a part of your wedding, whether they are physically present or with you in spirit. If you’re having a destination wedding and it’s not feasible for your pet to travel, but you still want their presence felt since they’re such an important part of your life, you’ll find plenty of creative ideas in the list below to include them. With a bit of creativity and planning, you can ensure that your furry friends are part of the joy and excitement of your wedding, making it a day that truly reflects your unique love story. Here are some creative ways to make your pet a special part of your wedding celebration. How to Include Your Dog in Your Wedding Your pet can be a delightful part of your wedding, adding love and joy to your big day. 1. Include your dog in your wedding ceremony. There are numerous ways you can include your dog in your wedding ceremony. They can walk down the aisle during your wedding processional (have a designated person in your wedding party walk them down), they can stand at the altar during your ceremony, or they can serve as the ring bearer by having the rings attached to their collar or wedding outfit (either tied on with string or inside a ring box). Check with your venue in advance to make sure your pets are allowed. Tip: Plan ahead. Have an on-site pet-sitter who can take care of your dog before and after the ceremony. It’s becoming increasingly common to be able to find local dog walkers or pet sitters who offer this service, and can even bring your pets back home or to your hotel/Airbnb after the ceremony. Have a plan in place for the dog(s) to exit if they start causing a disturbance during your wedding ceremony. 2. Include your dog (or other pet) in some of your wedding photos. Some options are to include your pet as part of your getting ready photos if you want to leave your pet at home, or in the bride & groom photos if you want to bring them outside. Tip: If you’re taking your dog to your wedding site for photos, you’ll need an extra person available who isn’t in the photos to hold the dog while you take the rest of your group photos. 3. Feature your dog (or other pet) in your wedding invitations. For example, on your Save the Date, invitation, or RSVP card, you can include your pet as an illustration or watercolor portrait. There are many pet portrait artists who you can hire to create a charming illustration of your pet. A good place to find a pet portrait artist is on Etsy. You can have someone design the stationery for you and ask them to add the portrait to it, or if you’re more of a DIY person you can purchase an invitation template from Etsy and add the pet portrait yourself. 4. Wear something that honors your pet on your wedding day. You can keep your pet with you in spirit all day by wearing something that honors them. It can be something visible or something hidden so only you know it’s there. For women, some ideas are a piece of jewelry with a paw print, such as the paw print bracelet shown above, jewelry with your pet’s name, or to have a picture or their name added to the inside of your dress; for men, a pocket square with your pet’s name embroidered on the inside, or a belt with your pet’s name or illustration, either on the inside or outside of the belt. Related: 20 Stunning White Dresses for the Bride-to-Be for Your Engagement Party, Bridal Shower, and Rehearsal Dinner  5. Have a custom cake topper made of your dog (or other pet). Your cake topper can be just your pet(s) or it can be of you and your significant other with your pet(s). There are many cake toppers like this available on Etsy, or if you’re crafty, you can make one yourself. 6. Provide wedding guests with cocktail napkins that feature your pet.  During your cocktail hour and dessert, provide wedding guests with cocktail napkins that feature an illustration of your pet. You can place them by the bar, on high top tables, and on your dessert table. 7. Include your dog (or other pet) in your wedding ceremony programs.  Feature your dog in your wedding ceremony programs, giving them a special mention alongside your wedding party or featuring them on the back page. 8. Place a wedding welcome sign featuring your dog (or other pet). Place a charming welcome sign at the entrance of your wedding ceremony or reception featuring your dog or pet(s). Make it even more delightful by having your dog “welcome everyone,” with a cute message like, “Welcome to the wedding of our humans.” 9. Incorporate your dog (or other pet) into your seating chart or […]

Find the perfect beach bridesmaid gifts for your wedding day with these awesome beachy, tropical, and nautical bridesmaid gift ideas. If you’re planning a destination beach wedding, you’re probably wondering things like: what gift do you give a bridesmaid as a thank you gift, how much should you spend on bridesmaid gifts, and are there any bridesmaid gifts that relate to a beach wedding? If this sounds familiar, we’ve gathered 25 of the best beach bridesmaid gifts for your destination wedding at various price points. If you have a larger budget, you can always pair multiple of these items together to create a larger gift. You’ll want to thank your bridal party for all of the support, time, effort, and money they’ve put into making your wedding and wedding planning a special time for you. Although giving a gift isn’t required, it’s the traditional way to thank your bridesmaids, along with a hand-written thank you note. The amount you spend on bridesmaids gifts is up to you and what you’re comfortable with, whether that’s $50 or $250 per bridesmaid. If you decide to thank your bridesmaids in a way other than giving a gift, you should still be writing a thank you note to show your appreciation. In addition to using these bridesmaid gift ideas for your wedding day thank you gifts, they can also be used for bridesmaid asking gifts for your beach bridesmaid proposals. Some of these bridesmaid gift ideas can even work for mother of the bride gifts and mother of the groom gifts. Additionally, there are a few items that can work for bridesmaid pajama sets and bridesmaid getting ready outfits for a beach wedding. When it comes to bridesmaid gifts, you want it to feel like you chose something special for your bridesmaids, and one of the best ways to do this is to have items customized for each bridesmaid with monogrammed and personalized bridesmaid gifts. Many of the items on this list have the option to add personalization, but it isn’t required, as you can always give the item without the personalization added. Check out the best bridesmaid gift ideas for your coastal, beach, nautical, or tropical destination wedding. Table of Contents: 1 of 25 Beach Bridesmaid Gifts A Stunning Beach Necklace A beautiful beachy necklace is a special gift that can be worn and enjoyed for many years, each time reminding your bridesmaid of the fun that was had at your beach wedding and of your special bond. It will be especially loved by anyone who loves the beach! 2 of 25 Beach Bridesmaid Gifts A Monogrammed Travel Jewelry Case Your bridesmaids will appreciate a monogrammed jewelry case for travel, with a nod to the beach and fitting for a destination wedding gift. It’s something that will be useful for their future travels, and the personalization makes it more special than a plain travel jewelry case they might buy for themselves. This monogrammed jewelry case would also make for unique bridesmaid asking gifts, as you can place a handwritten note inside and a fun piece of jewelry. 3 of 25 Beach Bridesmaid Gifts A Pair of Luxurious Monogrammed Pajamas Everyone can appreciate a cozy pair of nice pajamas. A pair of monogrammed pajamas is even more luxurious when they’re made from silky-soft bamboo. These are also great if you’re looking for pajama sets for bridesmaid getting ready outfits, bridesmaid getting ready photos, or a bachelorette party. 4 of 25 Beach Bridesmaid Gifts Personalized Beachy, Nautical, or Coastal Stationery Personalized bridesmaid gifts show that you put extra effort to find something special for your bridesmaid, and personalized stationery is a thoughtful bridesmaid gift. With a great option for beach, nautical, or coastal stationery, you’ll be able to choose which is most fitting for each bridesmaid, or you can get all of them as a mix and match set. Don’t miss: 20 Stunning White Dresses for the Bride-to-Be for Your Engagement Party, Bridal Shower, and Rehearsal Dinner 5 of 25 Beach Bridesmaid Gifts A Monogrammed Woven Tote Bag for the Beach (or Anywhere) A monogrammed woven tote bag adds a thoughtful personal touch to a classic summer bag. A woven bag can be used day or night, as it goes with anything, and can even double as a beach bag. 6 of 25 Beach Bridesmaid Gifts A Beautiful Beach Picture Frame If you’re looking for unique bridesmaid gift ideas, a beautiful beachy picture frame with a special photo of you and your bridesmaid is a special reminder of how important your bridesmaid is to you. The beach theme of the frame gives a nod to your wedding day. 7 of 25 Beach Bridesmaid Gifts A Luxurious Monogrammed Throw Blanket If you’re interested in luxury gifts for bridesmaids, a monogrammed fringe throw blanket will get a lot of use in their home and looks and feels luxurious. Choose one of the many shades of blue to represent the ocean, or choose them based on your bridesmaids’ favorite colors. 8 of 25 Beach Bridesmaid Gifts A Personalized Nautical Necklace As far as unique bridesmaid gifts for nautical and beach weddings go, a custom personalized necklace is a special gift. This necklace also ties in with your destination beach wedding while remaining fun and neutral enough for year-round wear. Related: 15 Cute Coastal, Nautical, and Beach Gifts for Women Under $15 9 of 25 Beach Bridesmaid Gifts A Monogrammed Luggage Tag and Passport Case Set As a nod to your beach destination wedding, let your bridesmaids travel in style with these personalized bridesmaid gifts of a monogrammed luggage tag and passport case. 10 of 25 Beach Bridesmaid Gifts A Personalized Hand-Painted Wine Glass For unique and thoughtful bridesmaid gifts, commission a personalized hand-painted wine glass with a beach scene. Pair it with a bottle of wine (or a fancy alcohol-free drink). This is also a great idea for a destination wedding bridesmaid proposal, a beach bridesmaid proposal, bridesmaid gift boxes, mother of bride gifts, and mother of […]

With so many pre-wedding events to celebrate, you’ll need a stunning white dress (or two). When you think about wedding outfits for the bride, the first thing that comes to mind is a wedding gown. But what about all of the other outfits brides need leading up to the big day? Here I’ll break down all of the occasions brides need an outfit for, and share my top suggestions for white dresses you can wear to these events.  Don’t miss these great little white dress options for brides: wedding rehearsal dinner dresses for brides, wedding engagement party dresses for brides, wedding bridal shower dresses for brides, wedding engagement pictures dresses for brides, wedding welcome drinks dresses for brides, wedding after-party dresses for brides, and farewell breakfast dresses for brides. Table of Contents: White Dresses for Wedding Events For bridesmaid gift ideas, check out: 25 Best Beach Bridesmaid Gifts for Your Destination Wedding Bridal and Wedding Events Where You Can Wear a White Dress Is it required that you wear a white dress to all of these events? Definitely not — you can wear anything you’d like! But many brides-to-be love to celebrate this special time in their life by wearing white. What to Wear With a White Dress One of the reasons I love a white dress is how easy it is to style for different occasions. With just a few accessory swaps, the same dress can work for a casual daytime look or a more elevated evening outfit. For a casual or daytime look Keep things light and effortless with flat or low-heel sandals in neutral, raffia, white, or metallics. Pair your dress with simple jewelry like a dainty necklace, pearl earrings, or a pretty bracelet. If you want to add a little more personality, fun earrings or a statement bracelet are an easy way to dress it up slightly while still keeping the look relaxed. For a dressier or evening look Elevate your white dress with nude, metallic, or black heels, including strappy sandals or classic pumps. Add a clutch in a coordinating neutral or metallic finish for a polished outfit. Jewelry can go either way depending on your style. Choose delicate pieces like a simple necklace and bracelet for a more refined look, or go with statement earrings or a bold bracelet to make the outfit feel more styled. Related: The Best Stores to Shop for Women’s Petite Clothing Save This List of White Dresses Pin one of these dresses or the below graphic on Pinterest so you can continue to refer back to this list of white dresses. And don’t forget to follow Stars & Anchor on Pinterest for more beach and coastal lifestyle inspiration. There are many stunning white dresses that brides can wear to all of their wedding events. Whether your events are formal or casual, and whether you prefer mini dresses, midi dresses, or maxi dresses, there are tons of great options to choose from. Which of style of white dresses is your favorite? Let everyone know in the comments.