Due to a law passed over 100 years ago and population demographics, all the married people in Japan may end up having the same last name. If you grew up having a popular name in your class (think of “Jennifer,” “Cameron,” or “Taylor”), then you know the frustration of being called on by your teacher … Read more
Looking for innovative ideas to make your wedding cake stand out from the crowd? We’ve got ’em! From bold flavor combos to incredible textures, these are the trends catching on! Read on to find out more! 11 Super Cool Wedding Cake Trends for 2024 Hey, Christie! Jordan and I are getting married at Ainsworth House … Read more
It’s become a universal problem that guests aren’t sending their RSVPs! In this blog post, we present a way to increase your chances of getting a response AND what you can do if they don’t respond to tell you if they are coming to your wedding…or not. Hey, Christie! Help! My wedding is coming up … Read more
As the trend toward smaller weddings continues, engaged couples need to get creative on how they create special roles in their weddings for cherished family and friends. Here are our suggestions! Hey, Christie! Help! Family drama overload! My fiancé, Charlie, and I are both in our early 30’s and so excited to be getting married … Read more
Hiring a wedding content creator for your wedding to take candid static photos and vertical videos is a wedding trend which is gaining momentum this year. Find out what a wedding content creator can do for you! Hey, Christie! I just attended Elissa and Tyler’s wedding and they had this wedding content creator running around … Read more
Named for Mars, the Roman god of war, the month of March can march across our landscape with a mighty blizzard or burst forth with abundant, spring sun! If you or your beloved was born in March, here is what you need to know about including March birthstones and/or birth flowers in your wedding! Hey, … Read more
Very famous people have photobombed others. Queen Elizabeth II of England photobombed two of her fellow citizens years ago. Why not a cat photobomber? Why not two cats photobombing two different couples during a marriage proposal? Read on to find out more! Hey, Christie! Has a cat ever photobombed a marriage proposal?Has it happened more … Read more
In the past, wedding guests observed the wedding but didn’t participate other than selecting fish or beef for their dinner. Now the trend is to find creative ways for your guests to have fun participating in your wedding. Read on to find out the great options for you when planning experiences for your guests! Hey, … Read more
Wedding traditions come and go like fashion trends. Just as the “Fit and Flare” style of the 1950s is back on trend, we think a few of these more obscure or extinct wedding traditions could be revived! Hey, Christie! Help? Not sure what to do… My grandmother, Amelia, offered to get me a black cat … Read more
According to Viking tradition, a new bride was given house cats to honor Freyja, the goddess of love, whose chariot was pulled by cats. (Those cats must have worked out!) In Scotland, a bride was given a kitten to bring good luck to her new home. In America in 2023, newlyweds Matt and Cara were … Read more
Each year, The Knot, a premier digital wedding planning website, evaluates thousands of submitted reviews by couples who recently married. Because Ainsworth House & Gardens garnered stellar scores, we were selected for an award given to ONLY 5% of the wedding venues in the US! Read on to find out more! Out of 31,462 wedding … Read more
For over 1,800 years, women have been allowed to propose marriage to men. Let’s take a look at how this Irish tradition evolved to become part of the Scottish legal codes! Hey, Christie! Could you help by answering a question: Can I propose marriage to my boyfriend? Here’s the situation: Terrance and I have been … Read more
In fashion, it seems that ideas from the past are often updated and reintroduced. One of the wedding trends for 2024 is floral print dresses for the mother of the bride, mother of the groom, and the attendants or bridesmaids. Read on to learn more about this trend that is blooming! Hey, Christie! Recently, I … Read more
As our culture changes, so too do wedding traditions. One of those wedding traditions which is being updated is the bride tossing her bouquet to all the single women and the groom tossing the garter to the men not married. Read on to find out what is changing! Hey, Christie! Josh and I are getting … Read more
On trend for 2024 weddings are suits for the women–the bride, bridesmaids/attendants, mothers of the brides, and mothers of the grooms. Learn more about these styling trends by reading this post! Hey, Christie! Alex and I are getting married in 2024 at Ainsworth House & Gardens. We are so excited!!! Question: I am an environmental … Read more
In the Nordic nations of Denmark, Norway, and Sweden, there is a traditional wedding cake which looks like no other in the world: the Krokan! Read on to learn more about this Viking-inspired wedding cake! Hey, Christie! Erik and I are getting married next year and are still looking for a location. We would love … Read more
Looking for world cuisine to serve at your reception? Consider Mexican Wedding Cookies! Also called “Mexican Wedding Cakes,” these spice-infused, nut filled cookies are the star of every wedding celebration! Read on to find out how they originated! Hey, Christie! Tyler and I are so excited to be getting married next year at Ainsworth House … Read more
This is a gorgeous color which could be your primary or an accent color for 2024 wedding! Read on to find out more! Hey, Christie! I know that the Colors of the Year are often announced in December. Do you have any idea what the wedding color of the year will be for 2024? Thanks! … Read more
As you plan your wedding in 2024, you might want to be aware of these trends in wedding catering. Read on to find out what is trending for 2024 wedding food! Hey, Christie! Dylan and I are getting married in 2024 at your fabulous wedding venue! We are so excited!!! OK, I am confused with … Read more
LOTR engagement rings? Yep! Gamer engagement rings? We’ve got them! Sci-fi engagement rings? Yes! Read on to find out more about engagement rings designed for those for those immersed in those interests! Hey, Christie! I need your help! I love Leonard and I think he might propose! Is there any way to nudge him toward … Read more
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