Want Your Wedding Party (& Guests!) to Look Unique & Fabulous? Here’s How!
Creating the perfect look for your wedding party is all about balance and flexibility—making sure everyone looks great while staying true to your vision.Read More
Creating the perfect look for your wedding party is all about balance and flexibility—making sure everyone looks great while staying true to your vision.Read More
Do you know where most wedding traditions come from or how they started? Many of the wedding traditions we follow stem from centuries-old customs that may not resonate with modern couples.
While some traditions are beautiful and meaningful, others carry outdated or patriarchal undertones that may not align with your values. For nontraditional couples, this is your chance to rewrite the rules and craft a ceremony that truly reflects who you are.
Let’s explore the origins of some common wedding traditions and how you can reimagine them to create a wedding that feels authentic and inclusive!Read More
It’s your wedding and guests are coming out of town. Heck, YOU might even want to stay in a nice hotel for the night even if you’re local! (I know I did! It’s a time to treat yourself, and your home is probably a mess with all the wedding planning you’ve been doing).
A hotel block is a reserved number of rooms at a hotel for your wedding guests, typically at a discounted rate. Creating one ensures your guests have convenient, affordable, and accessible accommodations near your venue. (Safety first! No drinking and driving.)
Check out our tips for getting great, and affordable, hotel blocks that won’t break the bank for your guests.Read More
Weddings are a celebration of your love, and for some people, this is going to be one of the biggest expenses you have as a couple – besides buying a home.
Costs add up quickly, and couples often get “sticker shock” when it comes to how much weddings cost. Having a beautiful, connected, and fun wedding doesn’t have to break the bank! Trimming the “fat” off your wedding budget doesn’t mean sacrificing style or elegance. It’s all about making intentional choices that prioritize your vision and goals.Read More
You’ve nailed down the guestlist, now it’s time to send invitations! (If you haven’t nailed down your guest list yet, check out THIS BLOG.) There is no HARD RULE of thumb on when to send invites, and we encourage you to do what feels good to you and your family! Here are some general guidelines that might help you navigate.Read More
Creating your wedding guest list can be one of the most challenging parts of wedding planning. Deciding who will share your special day with you requires balancing your vision, goals, budget, and venue size with your relationships with important people you love.Read More
You just started wedding planning and created a joint email for you and your partner to communicate from. Great job! This is such a useful step. As you dive into planning your big day, here’s a tip that could save you both time and energy in the future! Read More
Welcome to our new series WEDDING 101 where we share with you tips and tricks about planning your wedding so you can be successful, hit your target budget, and create magical experiences for your guests!
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