When Strangers Become Angels
Pittsburgh Brides Community Rallies Around Young Couple Facing UncertaintyPhotos of the couple: Kaitlyn Logan Photography PITTSBURGH, PA – Sometimes the most beautiful love stories are born not from perfect circumstances, but from the moments that remind us what truly matters. For one young Pittsburgh couple, love has looked a little different than they ever imagined. Nearly two years ago, they met, soon after became engaged, and began dreaming about their future together. Their journey of planning a wedding, building a home, and beginning the next chapter of their lives had just begun....
What is an Angel Wedding?
What is an ‘Angel wedding’, one might ask? Created by our founder, Dawn Takacs, the ‘Angel Wedding Program’ helps families facing uncertain or life-threatening health issues plan their wedding ceremony or experience in a shorter time frame. The Pittsburgh Brides Community joins forces to donate goods, services, products, and spaces to help these families host some of life’s most precious moments.
The name ‘Angel Wedding’ comes from the goodwill of the volunteers; to us, they are all ‘wedding angels!’
10 Ways to Save THOUSANDS on Your Pittsburgh Wedding
Hiring a makeup artist for your wedding day is a smart investment so you can feel calm, confident, and photo-ready. Here are 9 key questions brides should ask before booking the right beauty professional.
9 Questions Every Bride Should Ask Before Hiring a Makeup Artist
Hiring a makeup artist for your wedding day is a smart investment so you can feel calm, confident, and photo-ready. Here are 9 key questions brides should ask before booking the right beauty professional.
8 Smart Questions to Ask a Wedding Planner Before Hiring
Planning a wedding can be both exciting and overwhelming. Choosing the right wedding planner is one of the most important decisions you’ll make, because they’ll help turn your vision into reality and make sure your big day runs smoothly. To help you make the best...
If I Could Have Worn a Black Wedding Dress, I Would Have!
Dress by J Jones Bridal Weddings are a celebration of love, unity, and personal expression. For many brides, the dress is a pivotal part of this expression. Traditional white dresses have long dominated the bridal scene, but what if you dared to be different? When...
Creative Guest Book Ideas to Make Your Wedding Reception Unforgettable
Your wedding day is a celebration of love. What better way to commemorate this special occasion than with a unique guest book that captures guests' memos and immerses them in the experience. These four innovative guest book ideas may be the trick! Personalized LP...
Here Are Ten Interesting Facts About Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Here are ten interesting facts about Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania: The City of Bridges: Pittsburgh is known as the "City of Bridges" because it has 446 bridges, more than any other city in the world, surpassing even Venice, Italy. Three Rivers: The city is uniquely...
Eight Secrets To Great Wedding Photos From A Local Photographer
1. Prepare what you can, and on the day of, let other people, ideally a planner or day-of coordinator, keep you to it. Have a point person so that when the venue needs a last-minute decision, you have someone they can contact besides you. Emotions run high, and it...
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