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13 ways to plan a wedding online

Even before the pandemic forced us all inside, engaged couples were increasingly relying on technology to put their big days together. After all, it was only a matter of time before wedding planning was also digitized as we now attend sports classes, conduct therapy sessions and even buy cars online.

As the world still connects virtually, exciting services keep popping up to help you plan without ever having to set foot in a salon or store. Whether you’re shopping for dresses or jewelry, or even want to do a makeup test run before the wedding, there’s a good chance you can do it right on your computer – at a time that fits your busy schedule.

Are you ready to start planning your wedding online? Read on for 13 exciting brands and product launches that can help you do this.

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For people who don’t wear jewelry regularly, choosing a wedding ring can be quite daunting. How are you supposed to know your ring size, understand the differences between precious metals, or make sure the style you choose is something you will want to wear for the rest of your life? Fortunately, Hitched’s ring home shopping kits simplify the process. Each set includes a sizing tool, handy explanation cards about the materials the rings are made from, and five real ring styles for you to try on in the comfort of your home. Buyers have the option to curate their own styles (virtual one-on-one calls are available) or choose from one of the groupings selected by Hitched. As soon as you have made your selection, simply send the jewelery back in the prepaid mailer and your ring will be sent directly to you. To make your appointment at home a success, Hitched offers an app that allows you to estimate your ring size.

Wedding flowers for rent

Real Conversation: For something that you just wear down the aisle and pose for a few portraits, a bouquet of flowers can be pretty expensive. If you’d rather spend your budget elsewhere, or perhaps planning an elopement or a small wedding without a lot of flowers, consider Wedding Flowers for Rent’s options. Co-founded by Stephanie Hall of Estelle Colored Glass – add a couple of wine glasses to your registry, stat! – This company specializes in elegant silk bouquets in a variety of styles that look so good in pictures that no one knows they aren’t real. (Also available: aisle markers, centerpieces, flower walls, and more.) Picking and shipping are a breeze – they offer matched sets and each item comes with a return label – so you can cross another item off your wedding schedule and save money in the process.

The brook

Is there anything more tedious than coordinating with a group of busy friends for a bachelorette party? The Bach app was specially developed to minimize headaches. You and your crew can use it to create an itinerary, track and split expenses, conduct group chats and even book unique experiences. The app also includes travel guides to popular destinations like Las Vegas, Chicago, and Charleston, so you’ll never be short of things to do.

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Maroo

Getting a wedding is a huge financial endeavor, and not everyone has the cash reserves to prepay everything. To cover the costs, you can take out a wedding loan or go into debt with a high-interest credit card. Or you can use a new fintech service for weddings: Maroo. The “Buy now, pay later” financing option, introduced in June 2021, enables couples to bundle their bills and split them into equal payments over a period of three to 24 months from 0% APR. Event cancellation insurance is included in the process (but does not cover COVID-related cancellations), as well as 12 free sessions with a certified financial planner from Status Money.

The power couple

When it comes to wedding planning, sometimes it can be like there are only two options: do it all yourself or spend a significant portion of your budget on a professional planner. If you’re looking for something in between, try Power Couple, a monthly subscription wedding planning service. For a monthly fee of $ 179, automatically canceled on your wedding month, you have 24/7 access to a range of digital planning tools (e.g. budget trackers, guest list RSVPs, a wedding website, and more) . plus monthly one-on-one video calls with an experienced planner to discuss key decisions. Do you have a wedding-related emergency popup? Power Couple offers 24/7 support for tricky situations.

Table planner

The free iPad app Table Planner turns the posterboard and sticky tab approach to seating plans into something completely digital. Import your guest list, determine the number of tables and then drag and drop each participant to a place. You can move people from one table to another, change their position at a table, collaborate with your spouse (or your parents or in-laws) by inviting them to work on a plan, and even have guests with helpful notes like yours. mark the choice of starter, relationship with the couple and whether they have contacted you or not. When your diagram is ready, you can export your creation as both a floor plan and a table list.

Stone paper coin

Weddings require multiple contracts with multiple providers, and each of these providers has their own payment plan. If you’re looking for a way to stay on top of things without completely overtaking your Google Calendar, give Rock Paper Coin a try. The service gives you a central place to store contracts and manage invoices for all of your suppliers. Invite your suppliers to service with an automatic email form, connect your payment methods, fill in the payment due dates, and then schedule automatic payment so you don’t have to worry about missing out on something and a late fee to pay. Please note: If you pay by credit card instead of bank accounts, there is a two percent fee.

Sugar laboratory

In the wedding design, personal details convince the Pinterest trends every time. While there’s no shortage of personalization options (e.g., invitations, signage, signature drinks), favors are a place where a couple’s quirky side can really shine. And if you want something unique and sweet, Sugar Lab can 3D print almost any shape or design you can think of as an edible sugar confection. Also fun: their playful sugar cake toppers, which can be created after your likeness with a simple iPhone scan.

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Grace + ivory

There is a lot to do when choosing your wedding dress. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the process – or maybe don’t have time to schedule a personal salon visit – give Grace & Ivory a try. The company offers a lot of stress-free trying on at home. Pick your patterns (the styles will be classic and romantic, with some fashionable surprises), invite friends to help you measure and make your choices (your kit comes with a tape measure and detailed instructions), and ship then return the samples to the prepaid mailer. Your tailor-made dress will come to your home three to four months later. Do you like a dress, but want to change the train or the neckline? Grace & Ivory stylists are available to discuss the adjustments.

Azacia

When your bridesmaids live across the country, it can be almost impossible to get everyone together to choose their outfits. With its virtual showroom, the clothing company Azazie makes it easier to make decisions together and at the same time. With the free service, your crew can browse dresses together, share comments on different styles, and the bride can even assign specific dresses to specific maids. (Helpful if you’re opting for a coordinated but not perfectly matching look.) Automatic order reminders and the ability to dictate fabric choices ensure everyone gets the right dress in the right color well in advance of the wedding.

Suit shop

Originally launched as The Groomsman Suit in 2016, this affordable suit startup puts a premium on flexible shopping for digital shoppers. SuitShop customers who want to try on them at home fill out an easy-to-understand fit finder and then receive a sample suit – and all the matching accessories they want – for a seven-day trial period. (Suits are available for women, men, and kids; prices typically go under $ 200.) Also available: virtual appointments and group coordination services with order reminders to ensure everyone arrives at the wedding in the right outfit.

Blushington

A virtual makeup test? Yes it can be done! Blushington’s one-on-one zoom bridal makeup testing service is the perfect opportunity to try your own glamor. A senior artist begins the process by customizing their tutorial to suit your desired look and recommending products and skin care options to complete your arsenal before testing. The actual trial period lasts up to 90 minutes, during which you mirror your artist as he walks you step-by-step through the steps from perfecting the contour to applying false lashes. There are guides on how to get your hair right too.

Fenty beauty

Buying makeup online can feel very intimidating, especially when it comes to choosing key staple products like foundation and concealer. For these items, Rihanna’s Fenty Beauty already has one of the most comprehensive color palettes in the business, but they recently expanded the experience with the introduction of a new “Try Shade On” feature on their website. Choose one of their products – including lip gloss and blush – and the website’s YouCam Makeup technology will virtually cover your face in the appropriate spots, of course. And if you need help narrowing it down before the virtual try-on, try the color finder quiz or book a virtual consultation.

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