Wedding Planning Blog

Although referred to as Day-of Coordinators, our job begins the day you hire us. We contact your vendors and let them know you have hired us and act as a liaison between you and your vendor team. We check in with you monthly and are always available to answer any questions and concerns you may have. We are more than your wedding coordinator. Our job entails many roles. We act as your event manager, designer, coordinator and creative director. In addition, we are your sounding board and advocate throughout your entire event planning journey. By working closely with our couples, we are better able to understand you and create a seamless wedding experience that illustrates your love story. This relationship allows us to take on the burden of wedding planning like budget management and vendor contacts and leave you the…
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There’s an undeniable excitement that comes with planning your wedding day. And couples are often choosing to keep the party going and celebrate with other multi-day celebratory events. These events provide couples a time to host a fun and laid-back celebration with their bridal party, family and friends and out-of-town guests, which allows them to unite, reflect and celebrate. As a full-service event planning company, the team of A Beautiful Day by Christina has the experience to successfully execute your Celebration Event. We take great care to understand the goals, vision and budget of each event, and pride ourselves on delivering excellent personal service to our clients. Our Celebration Events include in Rehearsal Dinners, Bridal Luncheons, After-Party, Post Wedding Brunches and Gift Bag Assembly and Delivery. Complimentary Consultation to discuss your Event. Assistance in Choosing a Venue to Host Your Event…
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Choosing a photographer is one of the most important decisions you will need to make in your vendor search. A good wedding photographer can capture all the memories of your big day and help ensure that you have beautiful photographs to look back on for years to come. In Ten, fifteen years from now you may not remember what you had for dinner or other details, but you will have those photos of friends and family, which are priceless. However, choosing the right wedding photographer can be difficult, especially if you don’t know what to look for. Here are a few tips: What to Look for in a Wedding Photographer Finding your dream wedding photographer becomes a whole lot easier when you know what to look for. There are two main factors that should help drive your decision: the photographer’s…
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Finding the Perfect Venue isn’t easy.  There are so many options to choose from, whether you’re looking for a laid-back country barn, an elegant ballroom, a timeless estate or country club. So, as wedding planners, we want to share our top tips for finding your dream venue. Talk to a Planner First Yes, talk to us before you start looking at possible venues. As Planners we are much more familiar with the capabilities of a space and the layout, and if it will meet the aesthetics you want. Choose a Venue That Aligns with Your Vision Seek out venues that fit the aesthetic you are looking for. If you’re planning a modern wedding, look at art galleries, and industrial/warehouse spaces. On the other hand, a wedding including more natural elements works well with outdoor venues such as parks, farms and…
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Many couples start their wedding planning journey thinking that they can do it by themselves. While a wedding can be planned without a planner, the couple normally will start to feel stressed and overwhelmed about halfway through the process. Many couples start seeking help from a planner about 6 months into their planning process, but usually want to find a planner that is inexpensive because it wasn’t part of their original budget. Because a planner is often times considered a luxury and many couples have established a budget without including this investment, they often start searching for a someone that is lower cost. While being conscious of your budget is very important, it is essential that you consider a few things before booking a planner solely because of the cost. The first thing to think about is experience. How long…
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Choosing your bridal party is fun and exciting, right? —after all, these are the people who will be by your side during most of the events leading up to the wedding and on the big day itself. However, like many wedding-related tasks, it can also be stressful. How do you know who to choose? What if your friends do not get along together? Should you ask your cousin instead of your college roommate? It can all begin to seem very overwhelming. There are many things to consider when selecting the people who will stand beside you on the big day.  Remember, these individuals are your support group, A-team and wedding-day crew. Here’s are a few tips to keep in mind when choosing your perfect bridal party. Remember That It’s Supposed to Be Fun If you are torn between picking your…
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