This is a wedding question that never used to exist. Tradition has always taught us that it is bad luck for a groom to see his bride before she walks down the aisle. Some couples are more traditional and it’s very important to them to wait and see each other for the first time at the ceremony. It’s a very exciting moment and understandably, so special. If you don’t want to see your partner until the ceremony, you can consider an “almost first look” where you and your partner can talk to each other between a door or some other divider, so you can’t see each other but your photographer can capture photos of the two of you. I’ve seen almost first looks where couples exchanged love letters or gifts, held hands, or simply talked with each other about how…
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Wedding Planning Blog
Welcome to my Blog. May it be a source of inspiration for your next event, plus planning and design tips from the pros!
Why Choose A Beautiful Day by Christina
We are more than your wedding planner. Our job entails many roles. We act as your event manager, designer, coordinator and creative director. In addition, we are your sounding board and your friend throughout your entire event planning journey. By working closely with our couples, we are better able to understand you and create a flawless wedding experience that tells your unique love story. This relationship allows us to take on the burden of wedding planning like managing your budget and vendor contacts and leaves you the time to truly enjoy all the fun parts of the process like tasting that delicious cake and trying on your dream dress. We look forward to hearing from you!
Taking the Stress Out of Your Wedding Day
Wedding days are beautiful events that require a lot of planning, research, proper timing, and organization. They are an exciting, whirlwind celebration, but they can also include a lot of unnecessary stress, last-minute plans you weren’t aware of, and an overwhelming amount of things happening in a very short amount of time. The wedding planning process is a steady stream of decisions both big and small. While some come easily, others might leave you in confused and not know what to do next. Many couples think they can do all of the planning on their own, and that’s completely fine—UP until the day of the wedding. If you can hire a professional coordinator to handle the details on the actual day, it alleviates so much stress. After all, you should be a guest at your wedding, not the “staff.” A professional…
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Let the Planning Adventure Begin
Where to start . . . You’re Engaged – Share the News! – First share the news with your family and close friends before you have them finding out on social media. Select a Date – First decide on what season of the year you want to get married and choose a month. If you have your heart set on a specific venue, be flexible with your date as its possible that the venue may be already booked with another event on that date. Create a Budget – Establish a budget before you begin your venue search. Your budget will determine what you can and cannot afford it when comes to your plans. Create a Wedding Website – You can create a wedding website free on The Knot. A wedding website is the best way to share the details of…
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Peace of Mind on Your Wedding Day
There are so many decisions that need to be made before walking down the aisle. From choosing your vendors best suited for your vision and budget, and navigating tough etiquette issue, and more. Fortunately as your wedding planners we can be a big help in all aspects of coordinating your big day. “I always ask my couples what their peace of mind is worth. Not only are we guiding our couples through the process, but we are also saving them hours of research, and ensuring we connect them to reliable wedding professionals. As planners, we become their best friend and confidante.” From the first consultation to the conclusion of a flawless evening, we will seamlessly bring all the elements together to create an unforgettable wedding. Contact Us so we can help you have a Beautiful Wedding Day!
You’re Engaged . . . Now What?
Getting engaged is such an exciting time but we understand the process can be a bit stressful and overwhelming when you’re just starting out! We have compiled a list of some helpful tips as you begin your venue search. Establish a Budget before your Begin your Venue Search Discuss big ticket budget items – 40-50% of your budget goes to Venue, Food and Alcohol Plated Dinner vs. Stations or Buffet Open Bar vs. Beer & Wine DJ vs. Band Guest Transportation Do you want photography and video? Remember, your guest count will dictate everything – Venue, Food Service and Budget It’s important to find the right planner for you! Be sure to ask the following questions: Are they responsive? Are you working with the same people through the entire process? Do you take more than one wedding per…
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