Wedding Planning Blog

One of the questions I ask my clients in my initial conversation with them is what’s important to them on their special day and almost invariably they say, “We Just Want Our Guests to Have Fun.” I find that couples are thinking about their guests experience as much as their own. Here are a few tips that I have found to help enhance your guest experience. 1) Make Sure your Wedding Details are Clear From your Save the Date card to your formal wedding invitation, it is important to provide detailed information about your wedding plans. First, you want to include the basics, such as the date and time of your wedding. You should also include a response card with a pre-stamped and addressed mailing envelope so they can mail the card back at no cost to them. One other…
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When it comes to planning for a wedding, most couples put much effort into preparing for their dream wedding day come true. However exciting it may seem, time constraints, hours of researching vendors and unexpected issues may come along the way. This is why many couples now opt to hire the services of a wedding planner and/or a coordinator to free themselves of such burdens. These two terms are oftentimes interchangeably used, but they are actually two different professions in the wedding industry. What a Wedding Coordinator Does Most wedding coordinators will assist you in the final weeks leading up to your wedding, but some only play a role on the wedding day itself. Ultimately, they are there to ensure the day runs smoothly from start to finish. This includes coordinating and communicating with you, the wedding party, and the…
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When building your dream home, you would never do so without first hiring an experienced project manager to work with you and manage the entire process. You trust them to manage your budget, select and coordinate a trustworthy team of outside contractors, and oversee the design of your home such that it meets and exceeds all your expectations. A project manager is your guide throughout the entire design, planning, and building process and is critical to protecting your investment.   When it comes to wedding planning, a full-service planner is no different. Choosing your wedding planner wisely is the first important step in your journey to the aisle. At A Beautiful Day by Christina, we are the wedding professionals you hire to guide you through the entire wedding planning process, deliver on your vision, and exceed all of your expectations. Just…
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A Beautiful Day by Christina is excited to announce that we have partnered with Minted Weddings to offer Exclusive Benefits and Discounts to our clients to bring your wedding vision to life through Minted design. These benefits are not available on their website, but only through A Beautiful Day by Christina in partnership with Minted. Discounts Include:  35% off Save the Dates 25% off All Wedding $250 off Custom Design Services Free Monogram Maker FREE wedding website upgrade to custom URL Benefits Include: Complimentary session with a Minted Wedding Concierge to provide an overview of the products and services available to you – the best way to “Meet Minted.” FREE personalized samples of any design. Just tell us what you want samples of, and we will contact Minted and have them shipped directly to you. Once we have a signed…
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Your furry family member is a big part of your life, and many couples wish to include their fluffy best friend in life events and milestones. The question is, how do you go about including your dog in your wedding? Here are a few tips to consider when deciding how to involve your pet in your special day and make the day even more memorable! Consider your Canine’s Temperament If you dog has socialization issues, you may want to re-think on how to include them in your wedding so not to be disappointed or concerned about their safety as well as your guests.     Include them on Your Save-the Dates, Invitations and Ceremony From your wedding invitations to pre and post ceremony photography, your dog can be featured in fun ways that make a life-long impression. Also, remember to…
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A Day of Coordinator can save your big day by being present and on site to ensure that event set up and execution of services go off without a hitch. Hiring a day of coordinator benefits not only the wedding couple, but the entire vendor team and venue as well. Here are the top 5 reasons why a day of coordinator is an invaluable part of your wedding day. The team of A Beautiful Day is eager to help you have your dream wedding. Number One ~ You want to handle most of planning process yourself but would love assistance on the day of your wedding or event. A day of coordinator can be essential for any wedding couple who wants to do most of the planning themselves, but when their wedding day arrives, they want a professional to execute…
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