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How To Plan A Socially Distant Wedding
Don't give up on having great wedding because of COVID-19. Let's talk socially distant wedding planning.
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Modern Engagements - Should I Propose to Him?
It’s a tale as old as time. A boy gets down on one knee with the perfect diamond engagement ring and asks the love of his life to marry him. It’s in all the movies and it’s what everyone expects....
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Our Favorite At-Home Proposal Ideas
Getting imaginative and going ahead with your proposal plans is romantic, and shows your partner you can’t wait to be their husband or wife. To help you get started, here are 5 ideas to make your at-home proposal unique, romantic, and special!
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8 Ways To Stretch Your Engagement Ring Budget
Today’s Millennials and Gen Z are no longer buying into the notion that they need to spend 2 months' salary on an impressive bauble. It’s important to know that you can still get a gorgeous ring on a limited budget. These helpful hints show you how to get more for less!
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5 Reasons Engagement Ring Insurance Is Necessary
Insuring your engagement ring will provide you with peace of mind in case of theft, damage, or accidental loss. Accidents happen, so make sure you have everything covered and safe. Read below on 5 reasons engagement ring insurance is necessary!
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7 Tips for Planning An Affordable & Ethical Wedding
Our Top 7 helpful tips for planning an affordable & ethical wedding. Let's get planning!
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5 MiaDonna Engagement Rings Under $700
Staying within your budget is difficult when there are so many beautiful, ethical engagement rings to choose from at MiaDonna. Don’t worry, we pulled together 5 MiaDonna Engagement Rings Under $700 to help get you started!
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Our Favorite West Coast Wedding Destinations
You’ve got your lab-created diamond engagement ring, your spouse, and now it’s time to get planning! Read our newest blog post below on our favorite west coast wedding destinations.
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Top 5 Wedding Bands
Our ethical wedding bands and stackable bands are great for accessorizing any outfit and expressing your unique style. With a range of styles and colors, you’ll be sure to find just what you’re looking for at MiaDonna. We put together...
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5 Ethical Clothing Brands To Update Your Wardrobe
We love our lab-created diamonds and ethical engagement rings, and when it comes to clothes, we love brands that also craft ethically-made clothing and accessories. We thought it would be fun to share 5 ethical clothing brands to update your wardrobe this season.
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Top 10 Wedding Rom-Com Movies
Does anyone know if the engagement rings in these movies have lab-grown diamonds? We sure wish they did! Check out our list below of the top 10 feel-good wedding movies for your next movie night.
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Sustainable City Guide to Nashville, Tennessee
Full of culture, music and cuisine, we wanted to share a few of our favorite eco-friendly and sustainable places to stay, eat and shop in Nashville, Tennessee!
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Sustainable City Guide to Chicago, Illinois
We pulled together a list of sustainable places to stay, eat, or shop at in Chicago, Illinois. Read our list below and take notes for the next time you’re in Chi-Town!
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Top 5 Tips for Planning A Spring Wedding
We’re a little bias; our lab-grown diamonds certainly sparkle brighter in the sunshine! Whether you’re looking to plan your wedding for early March or late May, our list of the top 5 tips for planning a spring wedding will come in handy!
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All About Renewing Your Vows
There comes a time when you may want to renew your vows with your loved one, but with so many different directions you could go for a vow renewal, what is the best way for you and your spouse? We put together some tips and ideas for renewing your vows and how to make it the best it can be for you.
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Honeymoon in London, United Kingdom
London has an endless list of activities to do and places to stay or visit; perfect for a newlywed couple who are looking to dive in and experience this iconic city. We put together a list of our favorite spots to eat, drink, stay and play while on Honeymoon in London, United Kingdom.
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How To Select The Perfect Wedding Photographer
Many people aren’t sure where to start when it comes to searching for a photographer or videographer, so we put together a list of tips for how to select the perfect wedding photographer for your magical day.
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Top 5 Unique Valentine's Day Ideas
We came up with a list of 5 unique Valentine’s Day things to do with your partner that encourage you to explore the world around you a bit more, with your significant other in tow! Try new things, do something different, and mix it up this Valentine’s Day with some of these unique ideas.
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Sustainable City Guide to Adelaide, Australia
Next time you visit Adelaide and you’re looking for sustainable places to stay, eat, or shop at, check out our list below! We put together a Sustainable City Guide to Adelaide, Australia with some of the best sustainable spots you can experience during your time down under.
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National Spouses Day: How to Show Appreciation Everyday
We believe in love and happy couples at MiaDonna, and one of the keys to happiness is showing love and appreciation.
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Top 6 Oregon Winter Wedding Destinations
Here in the Pacific Northwest, we are quite lucky to be surrounded by everything from small, quaint beach towns and cottages, to snowy mountain-top resorts for skiing and cozy winter activities. Oregon has plenty of stunning venues for any wedding...
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Honeymoon in Bali
If you’re having a hard time finding the perfect getaway after your big day, Bali could be just what you’re looking for. Bali provides the perfect tropical atmosphere located approximately 8 degrees south of the equator, meaning the weather varies slightly.
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Portland City Guide
Located right in Portland, Oregon, MiaDonna’s office and showroom is surrounded by incredible places to eat, shop, and relax. This city prides itself on having a distinct culture, as seen by our official motto: “Keep Portland Weird!”
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Honeymoon in Fiji
Honeymoon in Fiji With consistently warm weather, beautiful beaches, and plenty of romantic resorts, a honeymoon in Fiji is the perfect way to celebrate the beginning of your married life.
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Honeymoon in Tuscany, Italy
Consider taking your honeymoon in Tuscany, Italy. Arguably, Tuscany ranks up with Paris as one of the most famous romantic destinations in the entire world.
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Honeymoon in Belize
Lying south of Cancun and west of the Caribbean islands, Belize is a tropical destination often overlooked. This Central American nation boasts a mix of jungle and island paradise making it the perfect honeymoon destination.
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10 Unique Holiday Proposal Ideas
Thinking about proposing during the holidays? Think outside the box! Here are 10 festive proposal ideas that’ll catch her by surprise!
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10 Common Wedding Superstitions
In honor of Friday the 13th, we decided to do a little research on ten common wedding superstitions. What are they? How did they originate? Read to find out!
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Honeymoon in Santorini, Greece
Full of breathtaking views of the historical town surrounded by the deep blue Mediterranean, we see why many newlywed couples choose to honeymoon in Santorini, Greece. With its rich culture and lively history, this Cyclades island is a stunning honeymoon destination.
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5 Best New York City Honeymoon Ideas
New York City is rich in culture and taste and makes the perfect honeymoon destination for couples looking for a a lively getaway.
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The 5 Best Tulum Honeymoon Attractions
Known for its unique archeological past and stunning waterfront views, Tulum it is the perfect honeymoon getaway.
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5 Maui Must-Dos for the Best Hawaiian Honeymoon
When it comes to honeymooning, Maui is undoubtedly the ultimate romantic getaway. Here's our list of the 5 must-dos to achieve the best Hawaiian honeymoon.
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The Perfect Wedding Speech
The perfect wedding speech may not come easy to you because let’s face it, we are all not public speakers - check out our tips to create a great groom's speech.
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The Perfect Guest List
Wedding dress shopping and cake tasting might be more enjoyable than say, drafting and editing the perfect guest list however, this wedding detail is critical.
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Best Man Gift Ideas
Best Man gift ideas for your best friend, best mate, brother from another mother (or maybe the same), because he deserves a special thank you on your big day.
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You're Married, But Now What?
Congratulations! You are finally married, could life be any better? The stress of the wedding is over and now your days can be spent making memories...
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Bridesmaid Gifts & Wedding Day Bliss
As traditions go, first comes love, then comes marriage, then comes....wait, wait, let me back up a second - getting married is huge, so let's stop there.
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10 Honeymoon Essentials You Must Pack
With all the stress of planning your wedding, it's easy to overlook your honeymoon essentials. Here are you must-haves for any honeymoon destination.
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Let's Get the Party Started!
With so much wedding planning going on, it can be confusing as to whether you should have a bridal shower, bachelorette party or both. Our suggestion...both!
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Choosing Her Wedding Band
Wedding bands universally symbolize commitment and everlasting love between a couple, but how they “match” your engagement ring is entirely up to you.
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Planning the Last Hurrah!
The infamous bachelor party; your last night as a free man! But how will you be sent out? Here's our guide to throwing a bachelor party you won't regret in the morning.
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Spring Bridal Guide - Wedding Inspiration
Spring is here, which means it's time to get ready for a wedding season. Just in case you needed a little inspiration, here's our favorite style for the season.
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Tips for Taking the Perfect Engagement Ring Selfie!
Before you share that first photo with everyone you know, we have a few tips to get it just right!
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Portland Proposal Ideas
Portland is more than just hipsters and craft beer - Portland is frequently recognized as one of the most environmentally conscious cities in the world.
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Fall Bridal Guide - Wedding Inspiration
Good news folks, our Fall Bridal Guide looks are in! From vintage classics to modern-day trends, there is so much to FALL IN LOVE with this wedding season! Here's a collection of our favorite fall inspired Wedding Styles… Destination Details:...
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New Year’s Eve Proposal Ideas
Were you dreaming of a white Christmas proposal, but that moment didn’t work out? Maybe the timing wasn’t right, the engagement ring was delayed or it simply didn’t snow…Well, that doesn’t mean you have to give up on your perfect...
