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Is a Wedding Rehearsal Dinner Really Necessary?

Hey there Reader, Let’s start by saying that when it’s your wedding, you don’t need to do anything YOU don’t want to do. This can apply to rehearsal dinners the night before. These traditions might have become the norm over the years, but they absolutely aren’t necessary, no matter how much family and friends might be telling you that they are. I mean, they are nice and lovely but who says you HAVE to do it? Remember there is no rule book to your special day 😉 For replacement of the dinner...

over 1 year ago • 1 min read

Hey there Reader, The practice of giving and receiving wedding gifts should be about love, but it often it can end up in confusion and some disappointment! If your wedding guests are left to their own devices when it comes to choosing a gift, they will often select something they would want, without taking your needs into consideration. And while the gesture may be heartwarming, having a roomful of gifts you have no use for is never a good thing! Luckily, you can avoid this kind of situation...

over 1 year ago • 2 min read

Hey there Reader, Whether it’s your own children, nieces and nephews, or your best friend’s child, it’s always so special to be able to include children in your wedding, but how? It’s especially tricky to navigate this when you want to include more than one child. Today we're sharing a few ideas to inspire you as you plan your big day! 1. Give Them Something Important to Do If you plan to do a lot of DIY for your wedding day, get the children in your life involved – if they are old enough...

over 1 year ago • 1 min read

Hey there Reader, “Tell me what you want, what you really really want!” Even if the Spice Girls AREN’T on your wedding playlist, they nailed it with this song lyrics. We’re visual creatures, aren’t we? And one of the best ways to explain what you “really really want” to your wedding vendors for your Big Day, is to show them! No matter who you’re considering adding to your Wedding Vendor Dream Team, the best way to describe what you want is with pictures. How?? Create a Pinterest Board...

over 1 year ago • 1 min read

Hey there Reader, Your wedding is nothing short of a beautiful statement for you and your spouse! Decorating your table setting and meal can be a fun and a creative experience. However, it’s not always easy to know what fork goes where or how to place it all. Your place setting is the first thing your wedding guests notice when they sit down at your reception. Regardless of whether you have a more casual wedding or a more formal wedding (backyard or not), the place setting and reception...

over 1 year ago • 1 min read
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Hey there Reader, It’s easy to get swept away by the latest industry trends. What’s hot & what’s not. But your wedding is your wedding. Make it uniquely you. Your wedding day will be something you remember & share with your friends and family for a lifetime to come. Whatever your style or your taste, make sure that your special day represents you! That’s why choosing a the right wedding pro is so important. You want someone trustworthy & reliable (and dare I say, fun to work with?). Who has...

over 1 year ago • 1 min read

Hi there Reader, Often we all hear stories of brides-to-be getting overwhelmed by their wedding preparations. How many guests should we invite? What colors should we choose? What about floral arrangements? What’s the perfect wedding dress? Which vendor should I hire first? And of course… “Why are there so many decisions?! We just want to get married!” But planning the right wedding for you should be an amazing, exciting time! All it takes is smart preparations and the right information to...

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