With summer arriving it’s time to think ahead a bit and consider the benefits and drawbacks of planning weddings in the fall. Did we mention we love a Fall Wedding? It’s actually hard to come up with many “cons”. Fall in the mid-Atlantic is usually pretty temperate compared to the oppressive heat of late summer and bitter cold of winter …
When Did I Become a Manager? Working With Your Team of Wedding Professionals
You probably didn’t realize when you set out to plan your wedding that you were actually accepting a new and demanding job: Vendor Manager. We always say that weddings have hundreds of moving parts, and among the most important of those parts are your wedding professionals. Since you don’t want to make the news for your epic-ly terrible management skills, …
Destination Weddings Facts You Should Know
Destination weddings are on the rise worldwide. Couples like you are seeking intimacy, adventure, economy, and a connection with heritage and culture that they can’t always get at home. While scouring Destination Weddings Travel Group’s 2015 Destination Weddings Report recently, I noted that many of the trends in this growing industry sound familiar – the top four wedding destinations, for …
The Do’s and Don’ts of Wedding Toasts
One of the most nerve-wracking responsibilities for honor attendants and parents is delivering a wedding toast. You want to say something that will make guests laugh and cry, and leave them wanting more (not booing you off the dance floor!). We can’t necessarily take the anxiety and anticipation out of the duty, but we can share our do’s and don’ts …
Bless Your Heart – How to Southern Up Your Wedding
It’s easy, and frankly a whole lot of fun, to incorporate a little Southern Hospitality into your wedding planning. Décor, food, and fashion all are opportunities for you to celebrate our rich, delicious culture. Of course, it’s impossible for me to squeeze all of the best of the South into one tiny post, but I’ll try to highlight as many …
Wedding Rentals – A Beginner’s Guide
Peaked tents, chandeliers, chivari chairs, and luxurious linens – they are the basic building blocks of Pinterest-worthy weddings. Most big events require some kind of rental, whether the couple arranges for items directly or they are handled through a venue, event planner, or wedding designer. Since many couples have at least something to do with choosing their own rentals, we …
Can’t Stand the Sand? Discover Five Incredible Non-Beach Wedding Destinations
It seems inconceivable to a beach lover like me, but there are a good number of people around who do not love the sand and sun (gasp!). Lucky for them, there are many romantic venues and resorts around the world that offer the perfect settings for exchanging I Do’s. Below are five of our favorite non-beach wedding locations. Quebec, Canada …
“I-Do” for Two: Elopements on the Rise
“Run away with me” – they are some of the most romantic words ever uttered sparking visions of a barefooted couple standing in the sand in front of rolling waves. Elopements, small weddings for two, are the stuff of dreams. Practically speaking, however, elopements are more than just romance-fests. They are relatively easy to plan at the last minute and …
Tech Tools to Help You Plan Your Wedding
Face it – we’re basically fully integrated with our laptops, cellphone and smart devices. When you want a deal, you can choose from hundreds of shopping apps to find the latest rebates or offers. If you want something to eat in a strange town, all you need to do is ask Siri or another tech tool and you’ll receive a …
Pace Yourself – A Wedding Planning Timeline Can Keep You Sane and on Track
We hear from overwhelmed couples all the time. Weddings are enormous events with a whole lot of moving parts. They have a tendency to drive even the toughest duos just a little nuts. It’s completely normal to feel lost or confused, but suffering unnecessary. Take things step by step and it will all be okay! Step 1: Wedding Planning Timeline. …