June 16th

Tip of the Day: To avoid having one of your precious invites open en route, reinforce the closure method on your envelopes by using glue or some other super strong adhesive. Licking is not only hard on your mouth (the taste! paper cuts!), it also doesn't guarantee the package will arrive in one piece. For a pretty touch, add a sticker or piece of washi tape, but don't rely on these things as the main closure method. They can fall off or catch on other items during delivery.

Plus, check out more Things You Need to Know About Mailing Your Wedding Invitations.

Marriage License 101: What You Need to Know

As you plan your wedding and prepare to take your vows, don’t forget about your marriage license! It may seem like a simple piece of paperwork, but a marriage license is the single document that legally marks you as married. Here are answers to the top six questions brides ask about marriage licenses so you’re in the know before you walk down the aisle.

June 12th

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Tip of the Day: "Even the grandest cake can appear dwarfed when placed in the middle of a 72" round table! I always recommend that venues use the smallest table that will comfortably fit so that the cake takes center stage. If you are concerned about the height, you can always use a tall cocktail table," says Marina Sousa from Just Cake.

Plus, check out 101 Amazing Wedding Cakes.

10 Wedding Registry Dos and Don'ts

With all of the details that go into planning a wedding, registering for gifts might not be at the top of most brides' priority lists. But as soon as guests receive an invitation — whether it be for the engagement party, shower or wedding reception — they will start searching for the newlyweds' registry to get them the perfect gift. As a professional planner, I have found over the years that every aspect of a wedding flows much easier (not to mention there are fewer questions!) once the registry is finalized and shared with guests.

Tried & Tested: Kangoo Workout for Brides

Kangoo is the craziest, sweatiest, and — most importantly — effective workout I have ever tried. It combines running, dance moves and jumping, all while balancing on shoes that look similar to rollerblades except they have a spring-loaded sole for maximum bounce.

My inner five-year-old was delighted: Who knew hopping around like a kangaroo could be so much fun? But don't be fooled: It's an intense workout that requires core strength, agility, and endurance. (You torch twice as many calories as running while minimizing the impact on your knees and joints by as much as 80%.)

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