Wedding planning is a whirlwind of emotions, excitement, and, let's be honest, a little bit of stress. Among the myriad decisions, creating the perfect seating chart often looms as one of the most daunting. Who sits with whom? Are Aunt Carol and Uncle Bob still feuding? Will your college [...]
You’ve said your vows—now it’s time to update your ID. Changing your name isn't a single step; it’s a domino effect. Follow this specific order to avoid getting stuck at the DMV.Get Certified Copies: Order 3–5 certified copies of your marriage certificate. You’ll be mailing these [...]
Finding a typo on your marriage license can feel like a disaster, but it happens more often than you think. Whether your officiant misspelled your name or the clerk entered the wrong birth date, here is how to fix it fast.Catch it before the ceremony: If you notice the error before the [...]
At You Had Me At I Do, we believe your wedding ceremony should be as unique as your love story. Whether you are dreaming of a mountain peak with just the two of you or a grand ballroom filled with your favorite people, the "right" way to get married is the way that feels most like you. [...]
A lot of people think the officiant just shows up, says some words, and files the paperwork. But a great officiant? We do so much more than that.At You Had Me At I Do, we’ve spent over 25 years helping couples create ceremonies that are not only legal, but meaningful, memorable, and [...]
The moment you seal your ceremony with a kiss is one of the most iconic wedding photos you’ll ever have. It’s joyful, emotional, and the first captured second of your married life. But here’s a detail that often gets overlooked: your officiant should not be in the shot.That’s [...]
At You Had Me At I Do, we’ve seen every kind of couple – from the wildly romantic to the wonderfully practical – and every kind of vow you can imagine. One of the biggest questions we get during planning is: “Should we write our own vows?”The short answer? You absolutely can – [...]
You’re standing on soft white sand, waves crashing behind you, holding hands with the love of your life. The breeze is salty, the moment is perfect… and yes, it’s all legal.If you’ve ever typed “how do I get married on the beach in Florida?” into Google or asked ChatGPT for [...]
Short answer: Nope.In Florida, you do not need any witnesses to make your marriage legal. All that’s required is a valid marriage license and a notary or officiant to sign it.That’s it. Simple. Stress-free. No extra signatures, no scrambling to find two people last-minute.Now, if [...]
There are quite a few vendors you'll need to book for your wedding. But, with so many different types and so many different schedules, where do you start?If there is a particular 'must have' vendor on your list, start there. Find out when they are available, choose your date based on their [...]