When Bob and I first talked about helping out with Brides Against Breast Cancer, both of us thought we'd get a handful of donated wedding dresses. Maybe a dozen. And we'd feel pretty good about that–helping both breast cancer patients AND…
Vendor Report: Noah’s in Chandler
One of the best parts of my job is hearing from brides all of their wedding day details, from unusual footwear to funky cakes. I love learning about different wedding venues around the valley and state, and why brides have…
10 Ways a Wedding Planner Can Help
Alright, you've already heard me say that I wished I used a planner for my wedding. A day of coordinator, at the very least. But if you need more convincing on why they're awesome, check out this list from the…
Strut Bride Marianna P.
Marianna came to Strut from Tuscon earlier this summer. She had quite a predicament: she had already bought a dress but didn't love it. I don't even think she liked it any more. So she needed a new one. Fast….
A Lock on Love
I just read a little blurb about a Chinese wedding tradition that is spreading it's way around the world… Couples inscribe their name on a padlock, then attach it to a bride, and then throw away the key in the…
Wedding Dessert Trend Alert: Crepe Cakes
Do you remember when people just had wedding cakes for their wedding? Ah, the good ole days, when you just decided flavors and icing type. Now we have cupcakes, pies, lollicakes (cupcakes on sticks, like lollipops), candy bars and the…
3D Trend Hits Wedding Save the Dates!
Even with every single movie (it seems) coming out with a 3D version, I didn't foresee the trend hitting weddings any time soon. Silly me. Check out this 3D save the date card: Available on Etsy(where else?!), you can get it…
FAQ: Do I Need to Wear a Petticoat or Slip Under My Wedding Dress?
Ahhh, the age old question. To petticoat or not to petticoat. Let's start with the basics, first. Strut carries three kinds of slips or petticoats to wear under your wedding dress: ball gown, a line, and mermaid. The primary reason…
Brides Against Breast Cancer
Like many people, I have family and friends whose lives have been touched by breast cancer. So when I heard about Brides Against Breast Cancer(BABC), I had to see what Strut could do to help. BABC is a nation-wide traveling wedding…
End the “How Do You Know the Bride?” Inquiries with a Wedding Genealogy Chart!
Admit it, you've looked around a wedding or other gathering and wondered just howthat interestingly-dressed (or super cute, entertaining, funny, etc.) person could have ever met your college friend. Especially when you thought you knew all her friends! Enter the wedding genealogy…
Plus Size Wedding Dress Designers
I read a lot of online message boards and see the question asked all the time, "What are the names of plus size wedding dress designers?" Well, from the all of the research I've done, I've only stumbled across one…
Custom Cake Toppers Made to Look Just Like You!
The best weddings have the best details just right. So when we stumbled upon these awesome custom cake toppers, we had to share them with you. They're such a unique way to personalize your wedding! Check this out: 1. You…
