The Knot's Official Guidebook for COVID-19 Wedding Help

Trust us, there's still plenty that can be accomplished at home and via video chat. But first, take a moment to bask in that newly-engaged glow.

Congratulations! This is a milestone moment in your life, so you shouldn't feel guilty about celebrating your engagement and future wedding, even amid the coronavirus pandemic.

According to the CDC, group gatherings should be limited in size to reduce the spread. What does this mean for weddings during and after COVID? Here's what industry experts say.

For couples with wedding dates in 2020 and early 2021, we did the math for you. Here's exactly how to shift your planning timeline based on your wedding date.

You've made the tough decision to postpone because of COVID, now what? Here are all the steps you need to take to officially push back your wedding, broken down into a handy checklist.

No one should have to stress over email etiquette right now. To help, we've written out a set of templates so all you have to do is copy and paste. (And hit "send" of course.)

You've made the tough decision to postpone, but to when exactly? Here's a cheat sheet of holidays and other dates to be mindful of as you're rescheduling your date.

Know that what you and your partner are feeling is valid, and your feelings shouldn't be discounted. It's best to face those feelings head on. Here's how to do that.

Meet the minimony, a smaller bash before the actual day. Read up on how to host your own—plus everything else you need to know.

The good news: You can still celebrate with your loved ones. Even better news: We're here to help you do it. Read on to find out how.

Say 'I do' now, celebrate later? We support you! Here are our favorite festive ways to announce your newlywed status.

Take a page out of this influencer's book and steal her epic elopement.

Hosting an open-air celebration is one of our favorite COVID wedding ideas.

Because who doesn't love the idea of booking a venue while still wearing pajamas?

Tackle dress shopping, vendor relationships, and more wedding planning during COVID (actually get a lot done).

This is all you need to put together your wedding pro team.

Or let's be real, while snuggled up on the couch.

First things first: Postpone and plan for the future, don't cancel.

Our favorite ways for showing your vendors some love—which is a good thing to do now, but a great idea always.

From dress designers and bridal salons shifting to mask production, to venues providing shelter for healthcare professionals, our wedding vendor community is truly an inspiration.

With all that's going on, having a centralized location for all your COVID wedding updates and virtual event details is critical. The Wedding Website was never so important, TBH. You can even add an FAQ page to answer all of guests' potential questions.

Make sure guests don't miss a thing! Send text and email notifications for major updates to your Wedding Website. Our favorite part? Those email updates will match your website design, so they'll be right on theme.

Hosting a COVID wedding, full of masks, socially-distanced seating and other health and safety measures? Love it. Here are the best ways to let guests know about all those great precautions ahead of time.

Including your livestream/broadcast link on your website makes it super easy for your guests to dial in to your virtual wedding. (Psst! You can even add an FAQ page.)

Ensure their virtual celebration goes off without a glitch with our top tips—from creating a virtual dress code to designating a 'streaming administrator' for your event.

Here's what couples and guests should know about choosing attire for a Zoom wedding—and the mistakes to avoid.

Start by browsing save-the-dates, wedding invitations, day-of stationery and thank-you cards in your style, and sample any design from home with our free sample pack.

So you can order with confidence, and get a free reprint on your wedding paper should your wedding day details change.

Postponed weddings amid COVID have resulted in a new type of announcement: Meet the change-the-date, a more flexible sibling of the save-the-date.

If you haven't created your registry yet, there's no better time like the present with everyone spending more time at home. Choose from themed collections or even register for a Cash Fund.

Not sure what to put on your registry, exactly? No sweat. We've outlined everything you and your future spouse might need for your newlywed nest.

We know, asking for wedding gifts might feel a bit strange right now, but trust us—you're not alone. We're answering all those tricky registry-related FAQs.

Having a registry doesn't necessarily mean you only have to ask for physical gifts. Here's how your wedding can support a good cause.

While The Knot Registry is already super easy to navigate, there are ways you can optimize your registry for friends and family's use. Consider these our insider registry secrets.

The pandemic has thrown so many etiquette rules in limbo. Consider this your source of truth for the best ways to get your wedding gift wish list in front of the right people.

Whether you plan to attend IRL, virtually, or just by sending good vibes on the day of, keep up to date with wedding plans through the couple's Wedding Website.

As a friend or family member, the most important thing you can do is show support.

You were supposed to be in a wedding that just got postponed—what to do? First things first, be there for your friend. .

Here, our handy COVID wedding etiquette guide for those guests who have a wedding on their calendar in the coming weeks or months.

Find the perfect mask to match whatever you're wearing with our shoppable guide to wedding masks for guests, including everything from simple designs to bold colors.

Looking to give a special couple in your life a little happiness right now? We love that! Share the love and send a gift through their registry.

Remember that it's the thought that counts. Plus, we break down exactly when to give a gift based on COVID-specific scenarios, including virtual weddings, elopements and more.

Where do wedding gifts fall in all of this? We know there are a ton of questions surrounding gift and registry etiquette. Here, we dig into the answers.

Here's how to show some kindness to those people in your life who are dealing with the stress of postponing their day.

If social distancing has thrown a wrench in your pre-wedding event plans, here's how to still make the to-be-wed in your life feel celebrated. Plus, our favorite virtual bachelorette party and bridal shower games (that are actually fun).

While one might think that quarantining together isn't ideal for romance, there are definitely ways to make the most of your time together.

Here's what couples are going through, and how to work through those common issues.

It's time to #takebackthedate in the time of weddings and coronavirus. Here are our favorite ideas for making the day feel celebrated.

Our favorite tips for showing your S.O. your appreciation during this trying time, from ordering their favorite food to simply putting down your phone and actively listening.

Dinner and a movie on the couch is great and all, but sometimes you've got to spice things up. (Luxury spa night, hello!)

If you're looking for permission to do a little #treatyoself splurge, this is it.

The shelter-in-place and stay-at-home guidances are putting many couples in closer proximity than normal, which could have an impact on your relationship.

"Turns out that my husband knew how to clean thoroughly this whole time."

Pop the popcorn and grab your sweats—you've got a very important date with the couch.

A honeymoon at home, of course! Here are our favorite ideas and top tips for pulling it off—no passport required.

Plus, real couples who rocked them in style.

Postponing your wedding doesn't mean sacrificing your aesthetic. If you want to adjust your palette to align with certain times of year, there are ways to do that.

These will totally work with the rest of your wedding's decor.

Help guests stay safe and sanitized with these super cute ideas.

Plus, alternative COVID wedding ideas for what to do instead.

It feels like we're on our phones now more than ever, which makes it pretty easy to obsessively scroll through flawless wedding photos and feel all kinds of envy as a result. Avoid the spiral — here's how.

Planning a wedding during a pandemic is hard—it's okay to admit that.

Firsthand advice from one bride's experience of cutting her guest list for COVID.

If your wedding guest list is taking a hit due to social distancing guidelines, we're here to help you navigate those uncomfortable conversations.

We spoke to the experts to determine which kinds of coverage are most helpful right now.

We tapped hospitality experts to find out exactly how airline travel, resorts and hotels, and honeymoon experiences are adapting to a post-pandemic world.

Bridal salons are bracing for a new normal—here's what to expect.

Have questions about your wedding gown and shopping amid COVID-19? Thanks to a few boutiques, we've got all the answers for you.

Spoiler alert: Not in plastic.

Get computer-camera ready for your virtual bridal shower or minimony with this advice straight from the experts.