Wedding Planning Blog

Choosing the right officiant can sometimes get overlooked during the wedding planning process but it is an important detail not to forget. The officiant you choose will not only have a huge influence on the tone of the ceremony, but act as a communicator of your style and belief system. Your officiant is not just a vendor, and selecting an officiant is not the same as selecting flowers or DJ. While it may and should include a business agreement, it is also a very sacred agreement. The officiant is the facilitator of the most important aspect of your wedding; the ceremony; and you will share an intimate moment in time together. I see the relationship between the couple and the officiant as more of a partnership and believe both should treat the process and relationship respectfully. Find someone you are…
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There is something truly magical and romantic about the Holiday Season. It could be stealing a kiss under the mistletoe or cuddling up on the sofa and watching the Christmas tree all aglow with shimmering lights, or just the magic of the season itself that brings out love in all of us. And, proposing during the holidays can be an especially romantic start to the new year. It’s easy to feel like love is in the air during the holiday season—because it is. Whether it’s all that holiday cheer or being together with family and friends, it’s no secret that couples like getting engaged over the holidays. In fact, about 40 percent of engagements occur between November and February, giving it the nickname “proposal season.” Here are a few good reasons for a holiday engagement. Your Friends and Family Will Already…
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Your wedding day will be a day filled with emotions; from feelings of excitement, anticipation, pure joy as well as anxiety and stress. That is why it is important to take care of yourself and practice self care in the days leading up to your big day. Here are some helpful ways you can “pamper” yourself so you are ready to take that walk down the aisle stress-free. Start Your Day with Gratitude It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of the day, so it’s important to allow yourself some alone time with your thoughts. Take time to feel it, enjoy it, and most of all be grateful for it. This is a once in a lifetime moment. Take time to reflect and relax the morning of our wedding by spending time in prayer and with the special…
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Let’s talk about wedding invitations! If you’re planning a wedding and working on budget details, you’ve probably already realized that weddings are crazy expensive.  After booking the venue, the photographer, the florist, and more, you might start thinking about what can be cut from your budget or components that you can do a cheaper way. With that being said, formal invitations are often the first thing that gets cut from the budget. To save money, some couples consider sending out electronic invitations or ordering a cheap printable invitation, but as a wedding planner who has worked with couples on their invitations this is why I feel it’s a bad idea. Professionally designed, printed, and beautiful wedding invitations are actually quite important – a visually stunning representation of your style. Your invitation sets the tone for your event The wedding invitation…
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In the age of the selfie, we are always taking fun photos of ourselves and our friends on almost every night out, and the same thing happens at weddings! The best way to get those fun photos of your guests at your wedding is by having a photo booth! Photo booths –They are SUCH a fun activity to incorporate into your wedding! As a wedding planner, I’ve observed all the fun that guests have at wedding photo booths, which is one of the many great reasons why you should have one at your wedding. Whether you hire a photo booth professional or do it yourself, here are our top 3 reasons why you should have a photo booth at your wedding: 1) They Are Great Entertainment! One of the best reasons to have a photo booth is to entertain your guests….
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He popped the question . . . you said a resounding “YES” and now you are about to embark of the wedding planning adventure, finding the perfect wedding venue. The #1 task on your list will be finding the perfect wedding venue. As exciting as it may sound, we know it can also be overwhelming when you start searching as there are so many things to consider. Style of venue, size, location, cost and capacity are just a few of the things that you’ll need to think about. But with so many venues out there, it’s often difficult to know where to possibly even begin with the search. To help with the process, we want to share a few practical tips for finding the perfect wedding venue.  You will need to patient with the search, as it sometimes it takes time to find…
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