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Women Supporting Women -- October 26, 2021
How The Chicago Period Project is Making an Impact
It's estimated that menstrual hygiene products for a period lifetime cost around $1700. That’s roughly 629 cups of coffee, 461 gallons of milk, or 955 cartons of eggs. For the 29 percent of Chicagoans living below the poverty line, periods are an expense they just can’t afford. Thanks to the work of the Chicago…
Wedding Dress Tips -- October 15, 2021
Your Grace + Ivory Wedding Dress For Your Zodiac Sign
Day after day we hear from brides “I want a wedding dress that feels like me.” With so much pressure on finding the one, from mom, mother-in-laws, even the looming thought of what your future hubby or wifey will think...it can be easy to loose sight of what makes you feel like you. Especially when…
Wedding Dress Tips -- October 7, 2021
5 Non-White Wedding Dress Options for the Rebel Bride
Planning a wedding comes with its fair share of traditions. From the seating chart, to the bouquet toss, to the things we include just for grandma...it can be easy to lose sight of what you want in the process. Especially when it comes to finding your dress. Perhaps you’ve even been eyeing a non-white wedding…
Women Supporting Women -- September 30, 2021
Women Owned Business: Perfect Your Brand With Rose Boutique Photography
At Grace + Ivory, supporting and uplifting women has always been a core value. We want you to not only look but feel your best on one of the most important days of your life...without the hassles, the pressure, and breaking the budget. But wedding dresses aside, finding and supporting other like-minded, women-owned businesses is…
Wedding Ideas -- September 21, 2021
The Ultimate 'Classic' Wedding Mood Board: From The Big Fake Wedding DC 2021
Described as not simply a “black-tie” event that is equal parts traditional and bold...The Big Fake Wedding DC 2021 definitely wow’ed. They took us back to the basics with an event geared towards the modern couple who appreciates classic wedding elements with a sprinkle of artistic exploration. Incorporating shades of white and gray, interesting textures,…
Bachelorette Party Ideas -- August 17, 2021
A Bride's Guide to The Best Bachelorette Weekend: Chicago Edition
It’s no secret that planning your big day can (and will) get stressful. With an infinite list of “to-do’s,” locking in your venue, searching for the perfect gown, confirming the guest list, etc... it’s easy to neglect the one item on that checklist that can be argued as the most important: the bachelorette weekend! …