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THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO LGBTQ+ PRIDE FLAGS
Gilbert Baker’s rainbow Gay Pride Flag is one of many created over the years to represent LGBTQ people and liberation. Individual communities within the LGBTQ spectrum (lesbian, bisexual, transgender and others) have created their own flags and in recent years, variations on Baker’s rainbow have also become more prominent. “We invest in flags the role of being the single most important icon to represent our countries, our states and our cities, our organizations and our groups,” says vexillologist Ted Kaye, who is also the secretary of North American Vexillological Association. “There’s something about the fabric waving in the air that stirs people.” In light of ongoing conversations about Baker’s flag and whom it represents, here is a guide to flags to know in the LGBTQ community.
HOW TO COUNT EVERYTHING: WEDDING BUDGET BREAKDOWN
It’s no secret that one of the trickiest parts of getting hitched is figuring out your wedding budget breakdown (that’s why it’s step one in our how to plan a wedding step by step guide). So to help you figure out your exact breakdown of wedding costs — and what wedding budget percentages to divide among catering, attire, flowers, music — we surveyed thousands of couples around the country in our report to share their wedding budgets with us — and we’re sharing the average wedding budget breakdown here, so you can make the most informed decision for your day.
HISTORICAL LGBTQ FIGURES YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT, PART 4
From those you know to those you don’t, these are the queer people whose stories and struggles have shaped the LGBTQ culture and the community as we know it today.
TAKE A PIC: AMAZING BRIGHT AND LGBTQ FRIENDLY PHOTO BOOTHS
Here our top of friendly LGBTQ photo booths for your wedding ceremony.
LGBTQ+ WHAT THIS ABBREVIATION MEANS?
LGBTQ is the more commonly used term in the community; possibly because it is more user friendly! You may also hear the terms “Queer Community” or “Rainbow Community” used to describe LGBTQ2+ people. This initialism and the various terms are always evolving so don’t try to memorize the list. The most important thing is to be respectful and use the terms that people prefer
HOW TO HANDLE 2 MOMS AT YOUR LESBIAN WEDDING
If you’re lucky enough to have two happy, engaged mothers supporting you and your fiancée as you plan a lesbian wedding, congrats! But, while it’s sometimes preferable to plan a wedding with the emotional and financial support of parents, it can be tricky when there are two mothers of the brides. Traditionally, the MOB is the second most important lady of the hour at a wedding, with her own set of rituals and time in the spotlight at an opposite-sex wedding. For queer couples with two brides, it can be an awkward tightrope exercise to make sure both MOBs feel celebrated and important during the lesbian wedding planning and on the big day.
HERE THE TOP OF OUR SUPER LGBTQ FRIENDLY WEDDING CATERERS
If you are planning your wedding ceremony, you surely want to know who will be the best for your wedding day. That’s why in this article we offer you to find the best LGBTQ friendly wedding caterers team for your ceremony.
MAIN RULES OF WRITING YOUR SPECIAL LGBTQ WEDDING VOWS
Traditional wedding vows can be — how should we say it — heteronormative? The process of writing gay wedding vows can be challenging as you might need to sort through a variety of templates to find some examples that work for your LGBT wedding. On the flip side, as a queer or trans couple, you have a lot of freedom to craft wedding ceremony vows that represent your identity and your relationship without a ton of worry about tradition. In fact, a majority of same-sex couples choose to write their own wedding vows compared with about a third of opposite-sex couples.
HISTORICAL LGBTQ FIGURES YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT, PART 3
From those you know to those you don’t, these are the queer people whose stories and struggles have shaped the LGBTQ culture and the community as we know it today.
OH MY, HOW BEAUTIFUL IT IS: LGBTQ FRIENDLY WEDDING VENUES
Planning your wedding ceremony and try your best to make everything perfect? This article can help you to find perfect LGBTQ friendly wedding venue for your wedding.
THE MOST AWKWARD LGBTQ WEDDING QUESTIONS: WE WILL ANSWER!
If you’ve never been to a same-sex wedding, we have some potentially bad news: They’re not all that different from straight weddings. Still, weddings between LGBTQ people are still fairly rare and, chances are, you might have some burning questions about what to expect from your first one.
WHAT IS HAPPENING: ABOUT SAME-SEX MARRIAGE AROUND THE WORLD
Same-sex marriage has become legal in a growing number of countries in recent years.
The United Kingdom’s Parliament in London recently legalized same-sex marriage in Northern Ireland, which had been the last UK constituent country to bar gay and lesbian couples from marrying. Same-sex marriages also became legal this year in Ecuador, Taiwan and Austria.
HISTORICAL LGBTQ FIGURES YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT, PART 2
From those you know to those you don’t, these are the queer people whose stories and struggles have shaped the LGBTQ culture and the community as we know it today.
WE WILL RENT IT: WONDERFUL AND TRUSTFUL LGBTQ FRIENDLY RENTAL COMPANIES
We know how important for you to prepare just a perfect wedding ceremony. Don’t worry, we know how to help you. Our top of LGBTQ friendly rental companies is here for you!
5 INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT LGBTQ MARRIAGE
On June 26, 2015, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a landmark ruling that granted same-sex couples a constitutional right to marry. The 5-4 decision in Obergefell v. Hodges legalized gay marriage nationwide, including in the 14 states that did not previously allow gays and lesbians to wed. The decision rested in part on the court’s interpretation of the 14th Amendment; the justices ruled that limiting marriage to heterosexual couples violates the amendment’s guarantee of equal protection under the law.
As we approach the fourth anniversary of the ruling, here are five key facts about same-sex marriage:
HISTORICAL LGBTQ FIGURES YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT
From those you know to those you don’t, these are the queer people whose stories and struggles have shaped the LGBTQ culture and the community as we know it today.
WEDDING FASHION: GET SOME IMPORTANT ADVICES
When it comes to LGBTQ weddings, only the sky is the fashion limit. That’s both the good news and the bad news. With so many choices, it can be tough to decide no matter who you are, how you identify, or what you usually wear. Two dresses? Two tuxes? One suit and one tux? One dress and one suit? Or maybe just go super casual? Or get crazy matchy? You get the idea.
WILL MAKE IT ESPECIALLY BEAUTIFUL: LGBTQ FRIENDLY WEDDING DECOR TEAMS
The most important thing at wedding ceremony is love, I tell you. But if you really want have the gorgeous and amazing celebrating you probably should think about some decor. Okay, okay, we know super LGBTQ friendly teams who will help you decorate your ceremony with love and style. Let’s go!
FACTS ABOUT LGBTQ MARRIAGE THAT YOU NEVER HEARD
11 FACTS ABOUT SAME-SEX MARRIAGE THAT YOU NEVER HEARD
EVERYTHING YOU WANT TO KNOW ABOUT LGBTQ DESTINATION WEDDING
This is your one-stop shop for all you need to know about LGBTQ Destination Weddings!
To begin, there are 22 nations worldwide that recognize gay weddings. There are so many places to visit to tie the knot! Here are some frequently asked questions all about LGBTQ weddings.
FAMOUS LGBTQ FIGURE: BILLIE JEAN KING AND HER FIGHT
We dare you to find someone who doesn’t love Billie Jean King.
The legendary tennis player, who has been a champion for women and LGBTQ people for decades, is — and I don’t use this term lightly — a national treasure.
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