No matter if you are married, engaged, dating, just met. Never forget to Keep on Dating!! It’s vital for a good relationship. Being a wedding planner has exposed me to couples of all ages, from all walks of life and in all stages of life. I have seen really compatible and super awesome couples and I’ve seen ones that make …
The Do’s and Don’ts of Meeting Vendors
Unless you plan to exchange vows on the beach in the presence of just yourselves and the universe, you will inevitably need to interview at least one, if not many wedding vendors. While each vendor is different, there are some do’s and don’ts that apply to every interview. You’ll want to keep these in mind to set yourself up for the best possible relationships …
What Does a Wedding Planner Do?
What does a wedding planner do? Wedding planners enjoy a kind of humorous notoriety, thanks largely to the likes of Jennifer Lopez and Martin Short and their over-the-top movie portrayals. There are all kinds of fun misconceptions about wedding planners, including the favorite “they just go to parties and eat cake every weekend!” In reality, wedding planning is pretty complex, …
Make it Posh – Event Planner
Make it Posh is pleased to offer comprehensive services to those seeking an event planner specializing in all events ranging from personal celebrations to corporate events. Although located in Richmond, Virginia, our team will travel to any location needed. Whether you are planning to impress your colleagues, rebrand an entire business, launch a political campaign or welcome close friends, the …
Plan Your Way to a Stress-Free Wedding Day: Four Ways to Avoid Last-Minute Nightmares
The last thing any bride or groom wants to be doing after a wedding rehearsal is pulling an all-night seating chart planning session, or hand-lettering 200 place cards. This often happens when one or both pushes off important tasks until the last-minute, not realizing that when it comes down to the wire, no matter how tired you are, or how …
Complete Packing List: Reception + Honeymoon
Complete Packing List: Reception Escort cards, place cards and/or seating chart/list Copy of guest seating assignments sorted by last name (to help lost guests find their reception homes) Copy of guest seating assignments sorted by table (to determine who is missing, or who (gasp) moved!) Copy of the guest list by meal selection, if applicable (for the benefit of the …
Meet the Wedding Planner
Hey Y’all! It’s a new year so I thought that I would spend some time giving you a little behind-the-scenes of what life is like outside of social media. My name is Sarah; I’m the Owner and Principal Coordinator for Make it Posh. I adore creativity, design, fashion, photography and am in constant pursuit of anything pretty. I am so …
Complete Packing List: Rehearsal Dinner
Rehearsal: Marriage license Proof of completion of pre-marital counseling/church Pre-Wedding requirements Phone number and contracts for any vendors who are to work, attend, or deliver to the venue (photographers, live musicians, oficiant, DJ, etc.). Unity candle, aisle runner or other ceremonial items Programs (have a copy ready for your officiant, the church coordinator, and musicians) If not included in your …
Out of Control Budget: What You Should Do
“Dear Make it Posh. My fiancé and I set a strict budget for our wedding shortly after we became engaged. As the wedding gets closer, I’m starting to get really nervous because everything is more expensive that we expected. We really can’t stretch the budget any farther, but we still have months to go before the big day. What should …
Why Do I Need a Wedding Planner?
When you’re planning a wedding, the one thing you are guaranteed is an amusing amount of unsolicited advice. Everyone is the expert on what you need most in the world. More than one person you trust may be telling you that you should hire a planner ASAP. We don’t blame you at all for asking yourself, “Why do I need …