“Nerd things, what?” A joyfully whimsical fantasy mawwige
A six-year engagement and a mutual love of “nerd things” became the foundation for Heather and Roger’s wedding day. From Magic the Gathering save the dates to a saber-wielding cake cutting, this Kentucky wedding mixed an affordable chili cookoff with fandom-deep ceremony details. It’s proof you can DIY your dreams, even if it takes a few extra years…
Why secondhand wedding gowns are the hottest look this year
Less people are lining up for $4k gowns… they’re raiding consignment racks, Facebook swaps, and thrift scores that drip with more personality (and less debt) than anything off the rack. Far from settling, secondhand wedding gear is rebellion in lace. In 2025, the hottest flex is saying yes to a dress WITHOUT selling your soul, or your savings.
Offbeat Wed in The Guardian: Gen Z says weddings should be cheaper. Here’s how to make that happen
The Guardian asked Suki to write an article about the rise of low-key weddings amongst Gen Z. This new trend is emerging as the average wedding cost in the U.S. balloons between 30-40k. With a growing search for “simple weddings” and “nontraditional ceremonies,” that means Suki got to talk about her two favorite things: nontraditional wedding ceremonies and saving money! Don’t miss the examples from real weddings that nailed the low-key wedding assignment.
8 genius money saving tips for your wedding
Weddings can be beautiful and meaningful on any budget! That being said, who isn’t happier with a little more cash money in their pockets? We’re sharing these genius money saving tips for your wedding, including things you need to do before setting a wedding budget, ways to save on food, how to handle the limiting of Plus 1s, and how having a wedding website can actually save you money!