August 17

Photo credit: 

Stephanie Williams

Tip of the Day: Don't be afraid to have a unique wedding registry! More often than not, guests are excited to donate to one-of-a-kind experiences, like purchasing an excursion or spa package for your honeymoon. If you're concerned that it might offend some guests, you can blend it in with your traditional registry that includes household items.

Plus, check out Wedding Registry Tips for the Couple Who Has Everything.

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25+ School-Themed Wedding Ideas

Go back to school in style with these fun wedding ideas perfect for teachers or high school sweethearts.

By: Kristen Klein

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  • Transportation

    Transportation

    What could be a more fitting transportation choice than a school bus?

    Photo Credit: J Wiley Photography

  • Invitations

    Invitations

    Draw inspiration from a composition notebook for your wedding invitation.

    Photo courtesy of Letterbox Ink/Etsy

  • Ceremony Ideas

    Ceremony Ideas

    Celebrate a healthy love of reading with a book arch.

    Photo Credit: Rubin Photography

  • Thank-You Cards

    Thank-You Cards

    Continue your theme with a "school portrait" thank-you card.

    Photo Credit: Wilton Photography

  • Ceremony Exit

    Ceremony Exit

    Paper airplanes may be a nuisance in the classroom, but it's all in good fun at your ceremony!

    Photo Credit: Mike Larson

  • Ring Bearer

    Ring Bearer

    Your ring bearer will go to the head of the class with this ring pillow replacement.

    Photo Credit: Meg Smith & Associates

  • Creative Seating

    Creative Seating

    Celebrate your chemistry with a periodic table seating chart.

    Photo courtesy of RodoCreative/Etsy

  • Ceremony Program

    Ceremony Program

    Have some nostalgic fun by designing cootie catcher ceremony programs.

    Photo courtesy of Darling Girl Paper/Etsy

  • Creative Seating

    Creative Seating

    You can also name your tables after your favorite school subjects.

    Photo Credit: Mike Larson

  • Creative Seating

    Creative Seating

    Use pencils as your escort cards, and name your tables after grade levels.

  • Paper Goods

    Paper Goods

    Time for a pop quiz! Except your students — er, wedding guests — will actually enjoy trying to answer these questions.

    Photo courtesy of Something Turquoise

  • Centerpieces

    Centerpieces

    Decorating with school supplies doesn't have to mean making your wedding look like a pre-school classroom; we love this minimalist display. 

    Photo Credit: Frenzel Studios

  • Signs

    Signs

    Recess was always the best part of the school day; point the way to fun with this sign.

    Photo Credit: Live View Studios

  • Include the Students

    Include the Students

    Display their adorable advice on a cork board.

    Photo Credit: Mike Larson

  • Include the Students

    Include the Students

    When two teachers get married, it's only fitting to include the students in some way — like collecting marriage advice from the students.

    Photo Credit: Arden Photography

  • Signs

    Signs

    This is one homework assignment we can get on board with.

    Photo Credit: Frenzel Studios

  • Guest Book Ideas

    Guest Book Ideas

    Or skip to geography class and have your guests sign their messages on their favorite part of the globe. 

  • Guest Book Ideas

    Guest Book Ideas

    Send your guests back to art class with a painted guest book.

    Photo courtesy of Bright Ideas Events

  • Signs

    Signs

    These class rules will be a piece of cake to follow.

    Photo courtesy of Partyliss

  • On the Menu

    On the Menu

    Choose crowd-pleasing menu items that'll bring back memories of the elementary school cafeteria.

    Photo Credit: Wilton Photography

  • Guest Book Ideas

    Guest Book Ideas

    Ask your guests to find a word in the dictionary that they feel reflects your relationship — and use that word in a sentence for their message to you.

    Photo Credit: Nancy Cohn Photography

  • Photo Ideas

    Photo Ideas

    A secret message on a chalkboard makes this photo even more fun.

    Photo Credit: Tim Tab Studios

  • Photo Ideas

    Photo Ideas

    Practice perfect penmanship with these chalkboard signs.

    Photo Credit: Live View Studios

  • Photo Ideas

    Photo Ideas

    Sneak away to the school library for some fun photos.

    Photo Credit: Wilton Photography

  • Reception Fun

    Reception Fun

    Invite your school band to perform at your reception.

  • Photo Ideas

    Photo Ideas

    Vintage desks and books make perfect photo props.

    Photo Credit: Live View Studios

  • Favors

    Favors

    Love chemistry? Create memorable favors in test tubes.

    Photo courtesy of Something Turquoise

  • Favors

    Favors

    Keep it simple by putting your favors in paper school lunch bags.

    Photo Credit: Wilton Photography

  • Cakes

    Cakes

    From the apple topper to the chalkboard-inspired tier, this cake definitely scores an A+.

    Photo Credit: Live View Studios

25+ School-Themed Wedding Ideas

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Engagement Rings in Every Color of the Rainbow

Let your colorful personality shine with these vibrantly hued engagement rings.

By: Naima DiFranco

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  • Green Emerald

    Green Emerald

    Platinum ring with emerald-cut center stone and pavé diamonds by Danhov.

  • Blue Zircon

    Blue Zircon

    Platinum ring with oval zircon stone surrounded by pavé diamonds by Suna Bros.

  • Orange Citrine

    Orange Citrine

    18kt white-gold ring with a citrine center stone and pavé diamond band by Yael Designs.

  • Pink Sapphire

    Pink Sapphire

    Platinum diamond ring with a pink sapphire center stone and pavé diamonds by Omi Privé.

  • Pink Diamond

    Pink Diamond

    Platinum ring with pear-shaped pink stone and pavé diamonds by Tiffany & Co.

  • Red Sapphire

    Red Sapphire

    Platinum ring with oval rose sapphire center stone and diamond halo by Coast Diamonds.

  • Yellow Diamond

    Yellow Diamond

    Yellow diamond set in a split pavé platinum bezel setting by Harry Kotlar.

  • Blue Aquamarine

    Blue Aquamarine

    White gold ring with emerald cut aquamarine center stone and pavé band by Effy Jewelry.

  • Orange Opal

    Orange Opal

    Fire opal ring set in 18k rose gold with pavé diamond band by Yael Designs.

  • Green Emerald

    Green Emerald

    Cushion cut emerald ring set in platinum with pavé band by Omi Privé.

  • Pink Diamond

    Pink Diamond

    Pink diamond ring with a white diamond halo set in platinum by Tiffany & Co.

  • Purple Amethyst

    Purple Amethyst

    Oval amethyst 14k white gold pavé ring by Gabriel & Co.

  • Yellow Diamond

    Yellow Diamond

    Yellow diamond double halo ring set in 18k yellow gold and platinum by Forevermark.

  • Blue Sapphire

    Blue Sapphire

    Double halo oval sapphire ring with pavé-set diamonds framed in 18k white gold by Blue Nile.

Engagement Rings in Every Color of the Rainbow

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August 15

Photo credit: 

Ciara Richardson Photography

Tip of the Day: For a hairstyle that shows off your locks and keeps your hair out of your face, try out a braid or twist that connects from one side to the other. A waterfall twist is a simple way to feature your bouncy curls in an effortless look. Add in flowers throughout for an ethereal look!

Plus, check out 50 Wedding Hairstyles for Long Hair.

August 11

Tip of the Day: Pencil in a hair and makeup trial on the same day as your gown fitting so you can make sure you have a cohesive look on your big day. "Your look should have balance and flow. This will help you ensure that one thing doesn't overpower the other," says makeup artist Donna Kelly of Donna Kelly Makeup. As for a timeline, opt for three months before your wedding date so you have plenty of time to find a look you love while allowing your beauty team to remember it.

Plus, check out 90+ Stunning Ideas for Your Wedding Makeup.

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