Today's Bride

08/26/2026

Wedding planning isn’t just for the couple… Mom deserves a little love too ✨💗

Whether you’re the Mother of the Bride or the Mother of the Groom, your love, support, and guidance help make this season so incredibly special. From finding the perfect outfit to lending a helping hand behind the scenes, every little thing you do means more than you know.

Save this post for later, send it to your mom (or future mother-in-law), and keep it handy while checking things off your wedding to-do list.

Here’s to making wedding planning a little less stressful and a whole lot more exciting ✨

08/25/2026

A lot goes into planning a wedding—and it’s easy to wonder what you should be doing next. Our Master Checklist helps you stay organized from “Yes!” to “I do!” with guidance for each stage of your planning journey.

Every wedding timeline looks a little different, so use it as your go-to guide to get started, stay on track, and make sure nothing important slips through the cracks.

Find the full Master Checklist in the latest Today’s Bride Magazine (page 12!). Read it online at www.todaysbride.com/our-magazine or pick up your free copy at one of our local pickup locations!

08/25/2026

Please help us give a warm Northeast Ohio welcome to one of our newest team members, Dan Dutch! 🤍

Dan brings a detail-oriented eye and plenty of experience to Today’s Bride as our new Business Development Representative. His favorite part of a wedding? The food! He loves seeing couples create a menu that actually means something to them rather than simply checking boxes from a list—and he’s always up for exploring a new restaurant himself.

Outside of work, you’ll find Dan trying a new dinner spot with his husband, walking his dog, or settling in for a reality TV binge. His current coffee order is a shaken espresso, but when it comes to dessert, ice cream or anything s’mores-related will win him over every time. One thing that won’t? Birds. Fun Fact: Dan has an irrational fear of pretty much anything that can fly.

As a Philadelphia native, Dan’s ultimate retirement dream is to become a ticket taker or seat guide at his hometown baseball stadium. Until then, he’s bringing his love of details to Today’s Bride!

His advice for engaged couples is to enjoy the process… even the stressful parts. Planning goes by faster than you think, so take time to appreciate all of the thoughtful decisions you and your fiancé are making together along the way.

Welcome to the team, Dan! ✨

08/24/2026

Your bouquet called… it’s ready to share the spotlight 👀

One of our FAVORITE details from our Chinoiserie Whimsy front cover styled shoot was seeing florals used in ways that went way beyond bouquets and centerpieces.

🌸 Fresh flower earrings
🌸 A floral bow tie
🌸 A statement floral arm cuff
🌸 Blooms woven into bridal hair
🌸 Floral-covered wedding shoes
🌸 And a loose, cascading bouquet that looked more like flowers growing down the dress than a traditional arrangement

Consider this your sign to ask your florist: “What else can we put flowers on?” 😍

Wedding flowers can be part of your fashion, your accessories and some of the tiniest details of your day... and we're sharing 6 unexpected ways to WEAR your wedding flowers on the blog!

Save this one to your wedding inspo board + visit the link below to see them all 💙

https://todaysbride.com/flowers/2026/08/18/ways-to-wear-flowers/

Photos: Alyssa Masters Photography
Flowers: The Bouquet Shop

08/24/2026

After years of helping brides find the dress they say “I Do” in, it’s time for CLE Bride by Expressions’ final walk down the aisle 🤍

For years, CLE Bride by Expressions has helped Northeast Ohio brides find the dress they feel incredible wearing. Now, brides have one final opportunity to shop their beautiful current inventory and save 20% on designer gowns!

CLE Bride will be closing at the end of 2026, so don’t miss their final collection sale going on now as gowns are sold on a first-come, first-serve basis!

Make an appointment to shop by calling (440) 205-3678 or scheduling online at www.clebride.com/appointments

08/18/2026

FROM OUR FRONT COVER TO YOUR FEED ✨

If this one looks familiar… there’s a reason. 💙

Meet Chinoiserie Whimsy, the stunning styled shoot featured on the front cover of our 2026 Today’s Bride Magazine!

And this cover is extra special to us. For the first time in more than a decade, our front cover features a styled shoot created right here in Northeast Ohio by an incredible team of local wedding professionals 🥹

Inspired by timeless blue-and-white chinoiserie, this Wayne County wedding vision brings together lush garden florals, classic porcelain patterns, touches of gold and an airy sailcloth tent for a look that is romantic, elegant and completely unforgettable.

But as beautiful as these photos are, our favorite part is what they represent: the level of talent couples can find right here in Northeast Ohio. Every detail was brought to life through the creativity and collaboration of local wedding pros.

It was front-cover worthy from the moment we saw it 💙

Now we're finally sharing the FULL Chinoiserie Whimsy feature online—with even more photos, inspiration and all of the talented vendors who made it happen.

🔗 See the entire shoot and the vendors that brought it to life below!

Discover blue and white Chinoiserie wedding inspiration from this styled shoot created by talented Wayne County, Ohio wedding vendors.

08/14/2026

The Bloom Edit 🌸

Bold color is making its comeback—and honestly, we're here for it.

This palette is inspired by overflowing summer gardens, European charm, and celebrations that feel joyful from beginning to end. Rich berry tones, buttery yellows, soft blush, powder blue, olive green, and warm coral come together to create a wedding day that's timeless, romantic, and full of life.

Your wedding doesn't have to follow trends to be beautiful. Sometimes the most unforgettable celebrations are the ones that embrace color, personality, and a little bit of boldness.

Save this palette for your future wedding inspiration, and tell us—which color are you reaching for first?

08/12/2026

Wedding planning isn’t just for the couple… Mom deserves a little love too ✨💗

Whether you’re the Mother of the Bride or the Mother of the Groom, your love, support, and guidance help make this season so incredibly special. From finding the perfect outfit to lending a helping hand behind the scenes, every little thing you do means more than you know.

Save this post for later, send it to your mom (or future mother-in-law), and keep it handy while checking things off your wedding to-do list.

Here’s to making wedding planning a little less stressful and a whole lot more exciting ✨

Follow along for more wedding planning tips, timelines, inspiration, and advice to help make your dream day everything you’ve imagined 💖

07/27/2026

Bo***ir photography is about so much more than beautiful images—it's about confidence, empowerment, and celebrating yourself exactly as you are.

Thinking about booking a bo***ir session but have questions? Here's what you should know:

✨ What is a bo***ir shoot?

An intimate and personal photography experience designed to capture your beauty in a positive, sensual, and artistic way.

✨ What should I wear?

Whatever makes you feel your most confident. Traditional lingerie is always an option, but so are oversized sweaters, a veil, your partner's favorite jersey, a leather jacket, a button-down shirt, or meaningful personal items that reflect your personality.

✨ What if I'm self-conscious?

You are not alone. Nearly every client walks in feeling a little nervous. An experienced bo***ir photographer will guide you through posing, angles, lighting, and movement that highlight your favorite features while helping you feel comfortable and confident throughout the session.

✨ How long does a bo***ir session take?

Most sessions range from 60–90 minutes, not including hair and makeup. Many photographers offer professional beauty services to help you feel camera-ready and fully pampered before stepping in front of the lens.

✨ Who is bo***ir for?

Everyone.

Bo***ir is not limited by size, age, gender, skin tone, or body type. Whether you're creating a wedding gift, celebrating a milestone, stepping outside your comfort zone, or simply doing something for yourself, bo***ir is about embracing who you are right now.

The best part? Most people leave their session feeling stronger, more confident, and more beautiful than when they arrived.

Because confidence never goes out of style.

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07/23/2026

No two receptions are exactly alike—and that's the beauty of it. ✨

While most celebrations follow a general flow of cocktail hour, dinner, toasts, and dancing, your reception should feel like *you*.

Want to sneak away for golden-hour portraits while your guests enjoy cocktail hour? Do it.

Dreaming of a surprise late-night snack, food truck, espresso bar, or dessert station? Make it happen.

Love the idea of ending the night with a private last dance before your grand exit? It's one of our favorite ways for couples to soak in the final moments of their wedding day together.

Your DJ, planner, coordinator, and vendor team will help keep the evening flowing smoothly and on schedule, but remember—your timeline isn't a rulebook. It's simply a guide designed to support your vision.

The best wedding receptions aren't the ones that follow a perfect schedule. They're the ones that reflect the couple at the center of it all.

So don't be afraid to customize your timeline, add meaningful moments, and create a celebration that feels uniquely yours.

Save this for wedding planning inspiration and send it to a newly engaged friend who's building their dream wedding timeline. 🤍