It's the time of the year when your Instagram feed is full of blinged-out ring fingers, your mailbox has invitations in it instead of bills, and sooner or later, someone you know will be engaged. The horror.
Wedding season is upon us, and instead of embracing the fact that we're going to be spending hundreds of dollars on bachelorette parties and staying in town for long weekends during the summer, we're seeing weddings in a whole new light. In the video above by Buzzfeed, the site does a fake (but, seriously, so real) trailer version of a horror movie about weddings.
The two-minute trailer focuses on all the horrors of being invited to a wedding from figuring out which dance to perform at the reception to which matching outfit you have to buy as a groomsman. And just wait till you hear how scary "Here Comes The Bride" sounds with horror music in the background.
Of course, wedding season also excites us in its celebration of love, dance parties and the chance to dress up. It's just a good idea to see it from the other side every once in a while — especially in such a brilliant format.
And if you are planning a wedding this season, we also have great tips on how you can budget, as well as what brides can do to avoid pissing off their bridesmaids. Remember, weddings don't have to be this frightening.
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100 Sentimental Wedding Ideas
Sweet Ideas for Parents(01 of98)
Did your mom preserve her wedding dress? If there's no chance that you or a sibling would ever wear it, ask if you can add a sentimental touch to your bouquet by wrapping a piece of her gown around the stems. Odds are that if she's kept it for so long, she'd be honored to have you use it in your wedding, even if you aren't wearing it. Related: 50+ Ideas for Your Bridal BouquetPhoto Credit: Nadia D. Photography
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You can also take a piece of your mother's wedding dress and turn it into a necklace to wear on your wedding day. Related: Timeless Wedding-Day AccessoriesPhoto Credit: Green Grass Gifts/Etsy
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If Mom doesn't want you to cut up her gown (understandable!), put it on display instead. Gather the gowns of your future mother-in-law and your grandmothers as well, if they saved them, and display them on dress forms along the path to your ceremony. Related: Weddings Through the Ages: 1900s to TodayPhoto Credit: Ashley David Photography
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Snap a photo where you each hold up a photo from your parents' wedding. Related: 50 New Must-Have Photos with Your GroomPhoto Credit: Ana Lui Photography
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Perfect framing: Take a photo of your dress with a picture of your mom in her wedding gown in the background. Related: 200+ Emotional Wedding MomentsPhoto Credit: Vanessa Joy Photography
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Re-create your favorite photo from your parents' wedding. Related: Your Wedding-Day Shot ListPhoto via Tumblr
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Take a sweet photo just for your mom and dad, and surprise them with a framed version after the wedding. Related: 50 Sweet Father-Daughter MomentsPhoto Credit: Jennifer Wilson Photography
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Have a "first look" with your dad! See more photos here.Photo Credit: Bend the Light Photography
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Or, have a first look with both of your parents.Photo Credit: Ira Lippke Studios
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Give your parents and new in-laws custom embroidered handkerchiefs. Related: 10 Wedding Thank-You Gifts for ParentsPhoto Credit: Blink of an Eye Photography
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Gather your mom and grandma for this sweet shot together.Photo Credit: Joshua McCoy Photography
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Add a tribute to your parents on your cocktail coasters. Related: 25 Sweet Ways to Give Thanks at Your WeddingPhoto Credit: Emma Case Photography
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Re-use the cake topper from your parents' wedding. Related: The Top 10 Wedding Cake ToppersPhoto Credit: William Walker Photography
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Right before you're pronounced man and wife, take a pause to give your moms one last kiss.Photo Credit: Jeremy Beasley Photography
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And before you leave the ceremony with your new husband, remind your dad that he's still an important part of your life with a goodbye kiss. Photo Credit: Kathlyn Dragna Photography
Personalized Fashion(16 of98)
Embroider your wedding date into the hem of your dress using blue thread — the perfect "something blue." Related: 10 Ways to Customize Your Wedding DressPhoto Credit: Cameron Ingalls
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Or, take it a step further by adding your monogram as well. Photo Credit: Longs Photography
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Another fun way to use your monogram — embroider it on your veil! Related: Creative Ways to Use Your MonogramPhoto Credit: Katelyn James Photography
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Before you get dressed, your photographer will likely want to get a few shots of your dress on a hanger. Make sure your hanger is wedding-worthy! Related: Our Favorite Getting-Ready PhotosPhoto Credit: Good Looking Hangers/Etsy
Personalized Fashion(20 of98)
Don't forget about your getting-ready clothes, too. We love this monogrammed button-down, complete with the wedding date on the cuff. Related: What to Eat on the Morning of Your WeddingPhoto Credit: The Preppy Life
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Surprise your groom with an embroidered message on the back of his tie or on his pocket square. Related: 7 Romantic Wedding-Day Surprises for Your GroomPhoto Credit: Emilia Jane Photography
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Honor your family's heritage with custom map cufflinks. Related: Planning a Multi-Cultural WeddingPhoto Credit: Blink of an Eye Photography
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Make your wedding shoes extra special by having a hand-painted design added, like these by German-based artist Monika Maier. Related: Stunning Sky-High Wedding HeelsPhoto courtesy of Schuhnique
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Personalize your wedding-day shoes by stenciling your new married name on the heels.Photo Credit: Debra Eby on Wedding Chicks via Lover.ly
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Write a hidden message to your groom on your shoe. Or, ask your bridesmaids to each write a good luck message to you before you walk down the aisle. Photo Credit: Randi Marie Photography
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Grooms can get in on the shoe fun, too! Related: Trend We Love: Crazy Socks for GroomsPhoto Credit: Soul Echo Studios
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This bride received a handmade handkerchief from her mom, made using an old hankie from her father and embellished with lace from the bride's christening gown. Related: Sweet Mother-Daughter MomentsPhoto Credit: Jennifer Weems Photography
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Engrave the title of your first dance song inside your ring. Related: 70+ Gorgeous Ring Combos from Real BridesPhoto Credit: Blink of an Eye Photography
Honoring Lost Loved Ones(29 of98)
If your father passed away before the wedding, attach a photo of him to your shoes so that he can still walk you down the aisle. Related: 10 Powerful Ways to Honor Lost Loved OnesPhoto via Flickr
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Attach photo charms of your ancestors to your bouquet. Related: 50+ Gorgeous Bridal BouquetsPhoto Credit: Morgan Matters Photography
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For a more hidden tribute to your deceased relative, add a locket to your bouquet. Only you need to know what's inside.Photo: K & K Photography
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Gather photos of your guests who can't be with you on your wedding day, and display them inside mason jars for a unique twist on a photo table. Related: 7 Ways to Personalize Your Wedding with PhotosPhoto Credit: Joshua McCoy Photography
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Add a photo charm to the groom's boutonnière. Related: 10 Powerful Ways to Honor Lost Loved OnesPhoto Credit: Joshua McCoy Photography
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Have custom cufflinks created with your loved one's photo. Related: How to Include Your Groom's Style in the WeddingPhoto Credit: KCowie/Etsy
Just the Two of You(35 of98)
Soon after your fiancé proposes, write him a letter describing how excited you are to be marrying him. Put that message in a bottle, and have it delivered right before the ceremony. Photo Credit: Longs Photography
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Exchange love letters in a location where your photographer can capture both of your reactions together, but you won't see each other. Related: 75 Precious "First Look" PhotosPhoto Credit: Dianne Personett Photography
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Spend some time in the weeks leading up to your wedding writing a series of notes for your spouse-to-be, to be opened at particular times (like on your first anniversary, after your first fight, or when your first child is born). It's a wonderful way to memorialize how you're feeling at a time when you can't imagine being more in love with someone. Related: 20 Ways to Make Your Marriage StrongerPhoto Credit: Simply Kierste Blog
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Or, send the digital equivalent of a love letter! Related: Wedding Social Media Dos and Don'tsPhoto Credit: Brendon Pinola Photography
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Scent is one of the most powerful memory triggers. Choose new fragrances just for your wedding day, and when you wear that perfume or cologne afterward, you'll immediately be transported back. Related: 12 Fresh New Wedding-Day PerfumesPhoto Credit: Pickerell Creative
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Re-create your favorite love story in your photos, like this Cinderella-inspired shot. Related: Real Disney Fairy-Tale WeddingsPhoto Credit: Still Life Photography
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Use a chalkboard and snap a fun secret message for your groom right before you walk down the aisle. Related: Your Last-Minute Wedding-Day Shot ListPhoto Credit: Snappy Shots by Bev
Including Your Guests(43 of98)
A brooch bouquet is a wonderful keepsake from your special day. Make it even more meaningful by using the brooches of your nearest and dearest. An easy way to gather the pieces: Ask your MOH to include a note about your brooch bouquet with the bridal shower invites, inviting any guests who'd like to be included to bring a brooch with them to the shower. Photo Credit: William Innes Photography
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Make your escort card display more personal by including photos of all the married couples attending your wedding. Related: 50+ Eye-Catching Seating ChartsPhoto Credit: Gray Photography
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Display family photos — past and present — on a special table.Photo Credit: Kim Fox Photography
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Honor your guests who traveled from far away to be with you on your wedding day with this fun sign. Related: 10 Mistakes Brides Make When Hosting Out-of-TownersPhoto Credit: Shoreshotz Photography
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Have a loved one who can't make it to your wedding? Show that you're still thinking of her on your big day by texting a photo with a personalized sign. She'll be so touched that you took the time to give her a special shout-out!Photo Credit: Julian Kanz Photography
Including Your Guests(48 of98)
Pay tribute to the longest-married couple at your wedding with a special dance — play their first dance song with a dedication to the lovebirds. Related: Complete Guide to Wedding MusicPhoto Credit: David Schwartz Photography
Flower Girls(49 of98)
Snap a precious photo of you and your flower girl, and save it to give to her on her own wedding day! Related: Adorable Flower Girl Dresses & AccessoriesPhoto Credit: Bobby Earle
Flower Girls(50 of98)
Put a personal touch on your flower girl’s dress by adding her monogram. Related: Unique Ways to Use MonogramsPhoto Credit: Brita Photography on Southern Weddings via Lover.ly
Flower Girls(51 of98)
Who says there's an age limit on flower girls? Ask your grandmas to do the job! Related: Wedding Roles & Responsibilities: Who Does What?Photo Credit: Genevieve Leiper
Pets(52 of98)
Include your dog in your engagement photos with a cheeky sign. Related: Sweet Ways to Include Your Pet in the WeddingPhoto Credit: Waller Weddings
Pets(53 of98)
Your dog is a part of the family — show his important role in your wedding photos!Photo Credit: Gambol Photography
Bridal Party(54 of98)
Snap a photo of the bridesmaids showing how they each met the bride. Related: 30 Fun Bridal Party PhotosPhoto Credit: Katy Hall Photography
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Give each of your bridesmaids a clutch with a sewn-in message inside. After the wedding, they'll think of you every time they use it. Related: 40+ Top Bridal Party GiftsPhoto Credit: MlleBagatelles/Etsy
Ceremony Ideas(56 of98)
For a one-of-a-kind keepsake, hire an artist to paint your wedding ceremony as it happens. Related: 10 Ways to Make Your Ceremony More MeaningfulPhoto Credit: Abby Jiu Photography; Wedding Planner: Karson Butler Events; Artist: Timree
Ceremony Ideas(57 of98)
Craft a custom box for your wedding rings; not only will it look adorable when your ring bearer carries it down the aisle, but you can use it to hold your rings long after you say "I do." Related: 10 Cute Ideas for Your Ring BearerPhoto Credit: Jennifer Weems Photography
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This incredible DIY aisle runner tells the couple’s story together, from their first date to the proposal. Related: 5 Hot Ideas for Your Ceremony Aisle DecorPhoto Credit: The Other Sister Photography via Oh Lovely Day
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Instead of having your guests toss bird seeds or flower petals as you leave the ceremony, toss something meaningful to you and your family — this couple used wheat from the groom's family farm. Related: Eco-Friendly Confetti IdeasPhoto Credit: Solar Photographers
Personalized Décor(60 of98)
Display your "love story" at the ceremony entrance.Photo Credit: Ashley Photographer
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You can also include your love story and all of the must-know details of your big day on one oversized poster. Related: What You Need to Know About Ceremony ProgramsPhoto Credit Whatchawantdesign/Etsy
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Display "dating facts" along the way to your ceremony location. Related: 20 Cheap Date-Night IdeasPhoto Credit: Kellie Kano
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Line your aisle with photos of you two growing up — start with baby photos at the back, getting older as you approach the altar. Related: 7 Creative Ways to Use Photos in Your WeddingPhoto Credit: Mustard Seed Photography
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We love this fun way to help guests get to know the bride or groom better! Create personalized cards with five fun facts about him for the bride's guests and five fun facts about her for the groom's guests.Photo Credit: Seahorse Bend Press/Etsy
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Create a signature drink that appeals to both of your palates, and name it a portmanteau of your names. Related: 10 Creative Signature Cocktail IdeasPhoto Credit: AkaPertyfultings/Etsy
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Put the reasons why you love each other on display. After the wedding, hang these in your bedroom for a daily reminder of your love for each other. Related: How to Reuse Wedding Items as Holiday DécorPhoto Credit: Casey Fatchett Photography
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Or, take a more homespun approach by creating a garland of paper hearts with reasons why you love each other. Display it above the dessert display or near your guest book. Related: Gorgeous Rustic Wedding IdeasPhoto Credit: Scott McNamara Photography
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Give your dessert table an even sweeter feel by hanging a photo timeline of your years together above it. Photo Credit: Kathleen Hertel Photography
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At the sweetheart table, hang childhood photos from your chairs. Related: 25+ Gorgeous Ways to Decorate Your ChairsPhoto Credit: Katie Stoops Photography/Created By: Karson Butler Events
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Are you both bookworms? Gather your favorite love stories, and create an arch to stand under during your ceremony. Related: Stunning Ceremony Decor IdeasPhoto Credit: Rubin Photography
Family Heirlooms(71 of98)
Include a family heirloom in your wedding, like this Celtic loving cup. Related: Irish Wedding TraditionsPhoto Credit: Kathleen Hertel Photography
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This groom, wearing the kilt of his family's tribe, used his grandfather's sword to the cut the cake.Photo Credit: Brawns Photography
Guest Books(73 of98)
If you and your guests are religious, a signed Bible makes a wonderful guest book. Ask each guest to sign next to their favorite Bible verse. Related: Top 10 Unique Wedding Guest BooksPhoto Credit: Joshua McCoy Photography
Guest Books(74 of98)
Have one of your engagement photos broken up into a puzzle! Each guest can sign a piece of the puzzle, representing that they make you "you." Related: 13 Memorable Guest Books We LovePhoto Credit: Bella Puzzles Too
Guest Books(75 of98)
Ask each guest to sign a scrap of fabric; compile all of the pieces into a one-of-a-kind quilt that you can proudly display in your new home together.Photo Credit: Daniel Kim Photography
Guest Books(76 of98)
Place a booklet on each table with a prompt that guests can answer. Encourage them to swap booklets with another table once everyone has filled it out. Related: 15 Ways to Make Your Reception More FunPhoto Credit: Captured by Aimee
Guest Books(77 of98)
Set up a photo area, and provide a chalkboard and chalk for guests to leave you photographed messages. Related: 7 Ways to Create a Wedding to RememberPhoto Credit: Jesse Holland Photography
Guest Books(78 of98)
Have each guest sign a small wooden heart and drop it in a shadow box frame. This creative guest book becomes a fun piece of art in your home after the wedding.Photo Credit: Happily Ever After
Guest Books(79 of98)
Mark each table with a bottle of wine. Ask the guests at that table to sign a message on the bottle, and enjoy it on that number's anniversary!Photo Credit: William Walker Photography
Guest Books(80 of98)
Or, set up an area with empty bottles where guests can insert messages for you to read on upcoming anniversaries. Photo Credit: Lisa Hessel Photography
Table Numbers(81 of98)
Love to travel? Name your tables after destinations you've visited together, and include your favorite photo from that spot. Related: A Gorgeous Travel-Themed WeddingPhoto Credit: Shoreshotz Photography
Table Numbers(82 of98)
Name your tables after places that have special meaning to you as a couple, and include a caption explaining why that place is significant. Related: 5 Creative Ideas for Your Table NumbersPhoto Credit: Bartlett Pair Photography
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Table Numbers(84 of98)
Add your favorite quotes about love on your table numbers.Photo Credit: Carrie Wildes Photography
Desserts(85 of98)
Incorporate the lyrics of your first dance song on your cake. Related: 101 Amazing Wedding CakesPhoto Credit: Millimeter Photography/Courtesy of Tantawan Bloom
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Dress up your wedding cake with edible photos of you two together. Related: 5 Hottest Wedding Cake TrendsPhoto Credit: Janet's Cakery
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Use your favorite Bible verse or line from a song or poem as your cake topper. Related: 8 Wedding Desserts Almost Too Cute to EatPhoto Credit: Anecdotes and Apples
Favors(88 of98)
A personalized newspaper is a wonderful way to share your love story with your guests. Related: 12 Keepsake Favors Guest Will Actually UsePhoto Credit: Carrie Wildes Photography
Favors(89 of98)
If you recently lost a loved one to an illness or disease, make a donation in their memory to an organization dedicated to its fight in place of favors. Related: Products That Support Breast Cancer ResearchPhoto Credit: Mari Darr~Welch Weddings
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Is your family known for a particular food item? Turn it into your favor. Related: Edible Favors Your Guests Will LovePhoto Credit: Figlewicz Photography
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Send each guest home with a potted plant — it's a lovely sentiment because it'll continue to grow as your love grows. Related: Eco-Friendly Wedding FavorsPhoto Credit: Continuum Wedding Photography
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Or, give each guest a packet of seeds that reflect your wedding flowers. Photo Credit: 2BeUDesign/Etsy
Saying Thanks(93 of98)
At each place setting, include a special thank-you to your guests. Related: 25 Ways to Give Thanks at Your WeddingPhoto Credit: The Youngrens
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If you're having a small wedding, make it even more intimate by writing out a personalized note to each guest. Bonus: The notes double as place cards and give your guests a sweet surprise as they take their seats. Related: How to Plan a $5,000 WeddingPhoto Credit: Bobbi+Mike
After the Wedding(95 of98)
Snap this photo on your honeymoon! Related: The World's Most Amazing BeachesPhoto Credit: Yvonne Dunbar
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Also, bring home some sand and turn it into a one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry.Photo courtesy of Dune Jewelry
After the Wedding(97 of98)
Have the lyrics of your first dance song overlaid on your favorite photo from your first dance together. Related: The Most Popular First Dance SongsPhoto Credit: Studio Jones/Etsy
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Guests pick out such beautiful cards and write such sweet messages inside — you won't want to throw them out! But instead of shoving them in a drawer, never to be seen again, turn them into a beautiful keepsake by creating a mini album. Photo Credit: Something Turquoise