Planning

photo: Mary Costa Whether you want to break the ice, bond with your besties, or just get everyone laughing, we’ve rounded up the best would you rather questions to whip out during your next adult game night. Here at GWS, we’re suckers for a would you rather questions game. After all, who doesn’t want to

concert outfit ideas: @kathleen.post Arguably, the only thing as fun as going to a concert is planning what to wear to a concert. With musicians stepping their game up when it comes to stage outfits (Taylor Swift, we’re looking at you!), we’re following suit with concert outfit ideas that match their energy. The result? Unforgettable

The inspiration for Jasmine + David’s wine country wedding day came from an eclectic + exciting combo of sources: The couple’s Cantonese and Jewish backgrounds. Neon and light installation art. A24. Studio Ghibli. Nature. Geometry. Working together with planners + event designers from Sampaguita Lane, Jasmine + David distilled their design vision into an undeniably

Moo-ve over minimalist nail ideas, because today we’re talking about our favorite maximalist nail trend for 2024: cute cow print nails! With a western aesthetic taking over our fashion and beauty mood boards, there’s never been a better time to try out this country-inspired look. That’s why we’re rounding up all our favorite cow print

“We wanted our wedding to be a kaleidoscopic reflection of our hobbies, interests, and backgrounds,” says couple Alex + Jack about the creative + intentional approach they took when planning their “surreal but elevated” California wedding. Eager to recreate the magic of music festivals and other unforgettable outdoor experiences, Alex + Jack hosted a visually

Finding the perfect wedding venue is no small feat, trust us….soon after getting engaged, you’ll ask yourself, “Where should I get married?!” There are so many wedding venues, and everyone will have an idea of the perfect wedding venue for you….but you need to feel that the venue is right for you, so we’re here

Gathering your loved ones together in a dreamy destination city. Ditching traditional wedding day style for a bold and colorful look. These are the things that the wildest wedding planning daydreams are made of, right? Well, then Lauren + Wade’s colorful destination celebration in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico was a wedding daydream come true.

photo: DeannaPaige Photography & Design The GWS team is full of some unabashedly geeky Star Wars fans, so we definitely perk up a little anytime a couple decides to go galactic for their day! But, let’s be honest. It’s pretty easy to get real cheesy real fast. A design misstep could be fatal to your

Grab your western boots, because today we’re talking about our favorite cute cowgirl outfit ideas for your 2024 look! If you’re anything like us, then you’ve had Cowboy Carter on repeat for weeks now, and you’re officially ready to enter your cowgirl era. And we’ve found the perfect cowgirl inspired attire to add to your

Victoria + Ricardo—who live in Zurich, Switzerland—adore Italy for all of its history and wine and art. When they began wedding planning they were dreaming of a weekend-long gathering where all of their dearest friends + fam could come together for a monumental, magical hang. Doing it Italia just made sense. They teamed up with

You’ve found your person, your soulmate, your “forever and always” best friend — and now you’re looking for matching couples tattoos and ideas that are as permanent as your love! While matching tattoos aren’t for the faint of heart (they do last forever, after all), we’ve rounded up rad and meaningful design ideas for couples who

Pastry chef Minh + physiotherapist Elliot swiped right on each other seven whole years ago, and since then their love story has been leading them to this unique + colorful wedding day. “We always wanted to get married in an atypical manner. We wanted a day that was fun-focused and a big party with our

Prepare for your heart to flutter, because today we’re rounding up our favorite butterfly nails and design ideas! Whimsical and dreamy, butterfly nail art has been having a serious moment lately — and if you’re anything like us, then it’s the style that’s currently dominating your nail inspo boards. Whether you want to add a

“Before we got engaged, Ethan and I talked about wanting our wedding day to be colorful, fun, and intentional,” remembers bride Brook. “Our goal was not only for our friends and family to have a great time together, but we also wanted every detail and aspect of the day to be chosen with purpose.” And

Music lovers Lexi + Jacob wanted their Joshua Tree wedding to be a party from start to finish.  The two tied the knot under the SoCal desert sun at a private estate that, with the help of event designers + planners from Ember & Stone Events, was filled with an unforgettably free-spirited festival feel.  One

shoes from Forever Soles Wedding shoes are the icing on the cake when it comes to your wedding day look, and we couldn’t be more excited to be sharing the best online shops to snag your perfect pair. They say the shoes make the outfit, and we know the power of a good shoe to

photog: Amanda Aceves Photography | planner: Alston Mayger Events | florals: Jodi Iverson  Just tied the knot? Congratulations! As the confetti settles and you come down from that post-wedding high, it’s time to pivot from planning to action with some post-nuptial know-how. Whether you’re dying to ditch those dozens of centerpiece vases or you’re puzzled

After months of cold weather and grey skies, we’re ready to turn up the heat with these cute and trendy summer outfit ideas! This is the time to shed your cozy cardigans and bare a little skin — and this year, we’re raising temperatures with trendy micro mini hemlines, soft sunny-hued summer outfit inspo, and bold

EverBe Creatives, the North Carolina-based event designers and planners behind this dreamlike wedding shoot, set out to explore the intersection of all things old + new and created some serious magic along the way. A major inspiration for the look of this editorial? They wanted to see what would happen if they added some depth

The bride grew up on the beaches of Naples, Florida. The groom grew up across the pond in Richmond, England. For Vivian + Max, fusing their respective hometown vibes led to the creation of their wedding’s charming + unique Coastal Garden Party aesthetic. Together with Jet Set Wed, Vivian + Max dreamed up a design

During the pandemic, UK-based couple Jenna + Adam fell down a fanciful internet rabbit hole. Bob Baker Marionette Theater—an iconic Eastside Los Angeles institution—has a Youtube channel full of their charming + virtuosic puppet shows that helped Jenna + Adam survive the long hours in lockdown. When it became clear that an enigmatic elopement was

The wedding planning dream for Emily + Austin was to tie the knot somewhere surrounded by nature—bonus points if the venue could serve as a getaway for their friends + fam.  When they found Magnolia Streamside Resort in the heart of the Poconos they knew it was the spot. And from there their warm, autumnal

In a setting where every detail sings in harmony with the gentle waves of San Diego Bay, the Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina emerges as a top choice for couples dreaming of a waterfront wedding. This venue offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and modern luxury, making it an ideal backdrop for your

By now, you’ve probably heard of the viral (and effortlessly chic) clean girl aesthetic. You’ve seen the slicked-back buns, obsessed over the latest nail trends, and wondered how you can achieve the perfect “no makeup” makeup look. And we’re right there with you! That’s why we wanted to create the ultimate clean girl aesthetic guide

If you’ve got Beyonce’s Cowboy Carter on repeat like we do, this one’s for you. This “Cowboy Chic Meets Metallic Glam” editorial shoot from planner + event designer Madlyn of MadLove Events is a contemporary country design dream. Madlyn assembled a team of creative TX-based vendors to bring her sleek + shimmery vision to life

It’s no secret: Galia Lahav is a true titan of the wedding dress world, and for good reason. Just look at Simone Biles’ + Jonathan Owens’ wedding or Whitney Simmons’ wedding and you’ll know exactly what we mean. Today we want to take you inside an absolutely enchanting wedding that featured one of *the* most

photo by Come Plum Repeat after us, “Weddings don’t have to be wasteful.” Here at GWS, we’re all about going green and making the big day as eco friendly as possible. Now, that doesn’t mean you need to skip on the things you love — florals, centerpieces, a gorgeous ring, or a darling invitation suite

When Vic + Akiva set out to plan their Melbourne, Australia wedding day, they knew they wanted to capture the playfulness of their personalities while also paying tribute to the significance of the moment. “We made sure that every decision that we made felt very ‘us,’” says the couple. “We incorporated our sense of fun

photo by Epic Love Photography, as seen in this coastal cliffside elopement in Ireland If you’re looking for a unique way to tie the knot (literally!), then a handfasting ceremony may be right up your alley. As weddings become more personal and unique, ceremonies are following suit — from symbolic tree-planting rituals to meaningful unity

Tweed. Lace. Flower crowns. Rich, muted florals. Candles. A canopy of twinkly string lights. Emily + Patrick’s enchanted Chattanooga wedding was nonstop earth-tone elegance. Both Emily + Patrick are graphic designers, so they had a design vision for their day from the start, collaborating to create elements like wedding’s paper goods together. With the help