When all is said and done, your wedding photos will be THE lasting memory of your special day, so it's very important to give some thought to your wedding photography. Standing for posed photos may not seem like much fun, but don’t make the mistake of skipping them. This is a special day that will … Continue reading Say “Cheese!” 5 Ways to Make the Most of Posed Photos at Your Wedding
9 Tips to Help Manage Your Reception Costs
We all know that weddings cost a lot of money. The best advice we offer brides and grooms on budgets and reception costs is "Spend where you need to, save where you can." The reception tends to be the biggest ticket item of the entire wedding budget, and major savings on your reception costs can … Continue reading 9 Tips to Help Manage Your Reception Costs
Why You Need a Rehearsal for Your Wedding Ceremony
Every now and then we come across a couple who doesn't think they need a rehearsal for their wedding ceremony. Maybe it’s because they’ve been in several friends' weddings as bridesmaids or groomsmen, they think they can skip the wedding rehearsal. They are convinced that everyone can just show up … Continue reading Why You Need a Rehearsal for Your Wedding Ceremony
Wedding Q & A – Are Thigh High Boots Acceptable With a Wedding Dress?
Are you wondering if it's acceptable to wear unconventional bridal footwear on your wedding day? Then check out our latest Wedding Q & A. Are Thigh-High Boots Appropriate Bridal Footwear? Q. - Are thigh high boots acceptable with a wedding dress? A. - Since I'm not a wearer of thigh high boots myself, the first … Continue reading Wedding Q & A – Are Thigh High Boots Acceptable With a Wedding Dress?
Wedding Q & A – Can You Bring a Guest to a Wedding If the Invitation Did Not Specify and Just Said “We Request the Honor of Your Presence”?
Q. - Can you bring a guest if the wedding invitation did not specify and just said "we request the honor of your presence"? A. - "We Request the Honor of Your Presence" indicates what is being done - you (singular and plural) are being invited. The “you” is not the specific indication of who … Continue reading Wedding Q & A – Can You Bring a Guest to a Wedding If the Invitation Did Not Specify and Just Said “We Request the Honor of Your Presence”?
Hello. How much do you charge?
"How much do you charge?" That is usually the first question I get from a newly engaged bride or groom. And it’s definitely a valid question. It's important to know what the cost of a wedding planner is. However, my answer is “It depends.” Now you’re probably thinking, “why does she give a vague ‘it depends’ … Continue reading Hello. How much do you charge?
How to Find Inspiration for Your Wedding
You have gotten engaged and thought about a date for your wedding; now it is time to begin searching for inspiration for your wedding day. It may seem easy to just jump online and begin saving beautiful images you come across, or using a website such as Pinterest to add photos to boards to revisit … Continue reading How to Find Inspiration for Your Wedding
Top Wedding Trends (Then and Now)
It's fun to go back and see what wedding trends were popular a few years ago compared to what is "in" now. You know what? For the most part, what was trending in 2013 is still popular with couples getting married and planning their own weddings. https://weddingsfromtheheartblog.net/2014/08/12/fun-wedding-trends/ Wedding trends that are still going strong are: … Continue reading Top Wedding Trends (Then and Now)
Real Wedding – Joanne and Robert (Doltone House Jones Bay Wharf, Sydney)
(This "Real Wedding" was submitted by Blumenthal Photography, located in Sydney, Australia. I immediately fell in love with her wedding gown and had to share. Hope you enjoy it, and find inspiration for your wedding). What’s your love story? How did you meet originally and get together? Robert and I actually met at work. We … Continue reading Real Wedding – Joanne and Robert (Doltone House Jones Bay Wharf, Sydney)
Wedding Q & A – How to Avoid Latecomers to the Ceremony
No one wants to deal with late guests for their wedding. Here's our latest Wedding Q & A. How Can We Avoid Late Guests to Our Wedding Ceremony? Q. - I’m worried that we’ll have guests walk in late and take attention away from our ceremony. What can I do to keep this from … Continue reading Wedding Q & A – How to Avoid Latecomers to the Ceremony