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More and more these days, weddings are becoming more than just a ceremony by which couples officially exchange vows; they are a way for a couple to share their story, their personality, and their personal style. With daily inspiration from a multitude of sources, it can be difficult to incorporate details that are entirely original [...]
For weeks, the buzz has been all about the new, bold and modern cinemagraphic take on the classic American novel, The Great Gatsby. Since the first whisper of the movie’s production, the wedding world has gone wild with fantastic ideas and inspiration for Gatsby themed wedding décor, and it’s easy to say that we’ve [...]
Should We Serve Alcohol? The decision whether or not to serve alcohol at your wedding reception can be a difficult decision to make. And once you make up your mind, the more questions that follow: “Are we killing the fun of the reception?” “What kind of drink options should we serve?” “Can we afford a [...]
It does happen. You’re at a wedding, enjoying the music and mingling, but there’s just not the right food, or not enough food. Before the wedding ends, you end up leaving and pull into a drive-through for a burger. The guests at your wedding are pivotal to your wedding celebration, and they should not leave [...]
Just like finding “the one” who put the ring on your finger, every bride-to-be has “the one” when finding their wedding gown. The styles that have been popping up on runways and on the big screen—thanks to next month’s release of The Great Gatsby—have been quite dramatic. Working with light-weight linens doesn’t have to [...]
I have found that working with couples, planning the “Room Block” is one of the most irksome parts of wedding planning. It’s not every day that trying to ensure you have 10 or 20 (or more) rooms for your guests available for the convenience of your wedding celebration, nor is it an easy endeavor to [...]
As a wedding planner, I’ve had many wedding-day experiences. All sorts. Sure, I can give you a timeline to show you what I do down to each 5-10 minute increment, but that won’t necessarily show you way to really stretch your dollar further, or to provide you with that “wow” factor that your will leave [...]
Vendor In Spotlight: Michelle Wade Photography Greetings! I’d like to introduce you to a talented photographer, Michelle of Michelle Wade Photography. Coincidentally, Michelle and I didn’t meet working together at a wedding, we met at the gym Core Studio that we belong to. While we were shaking out butts off in a Zumba class [...]
Not sure what to give the bride and groom on their special day? Some couples are easier to shop for than others, while you may be more of an acquaintance and a framed invitation or blender from the registry will do, for people you are closest to, you want creative and personalized gifts. There are [...]
Having an outdoor ceremony means there are many ways to personalize your wedding day, but there are also many limitations. When choosing a venue, you’ll need to follow these 5 important considerations when having an outdoor wedding. Consider Your Guest List One of the most important choices you will make when it comes to your wedding, [...]