July 4th is the perfect excuse to break out the pyrotechnics! Red and blue smoke bombs make for a dramatic and unique portrait session. Plus they can be used before the sun goes down, giving you the chance to get some gorgeous shots when the light is perfect. 

When it comes to searching for wedding advice, the internet has no shortage of design inspiration, gift ideas, and how to guides. But when it comes to the very real, very human, issue of a rift in your bridal party, the help is few and far between.

Think about the last time your mailbox brought you joy. That last moment when you were aimlessly sifting through a stack of bills, magazines and junk mail to find the unexpected corner of a brightly colored envelope peeking out.

The smallest members of your bridal party bring a level of cuteness to the ceremony you couldn't possibly hope to achieve on your own. But when little ones are involved in a wedding, chaos is only just a tantrum away. Lucky for you there are some simple tips and tricks you can use to keep the flower girl and ring bearer entertained and smiling.

Let's face it. The list of wedding etiquette rules is long and ever changing. And there will never be a "one size fits all" map for wedding planning. However, there are some basic do's and don'ts that apply to most modern nuptials. And whether you're the happy couple or a guest of honor, we've compiled our basic "Must Follow" guidelines for you below.