I love an outdoor wedding ceremony. Lush green settings, fragrant flowers, the sounds of birds chirping. And considering the popularity of outdoor wedding venues, it’s obvious that many brides and grooms do too. But not every outdoor location was designed with the needs of a wedding ceremony in mind, which causes it’s own set of … Continue reading 9 Things You Must Consider For A Joyous Outdoor Wedding Ceremony
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Dog of Honor? – Including Your Adorable Dogs in Your Wedding
Well, after 23 years of planning weddings, Weddings From The Heart experienced a first. Earlier this month was the first time that one of my couples included their dogs in the wedding ceremony. And things could not have gone smoother! Their dogs, Molly and Kava, were the sweetest, most well behaved pups ever! (Molly even gave … Continue reading Dog of Honor? – Including Your Adorable Dogs in Your Wedding
45+ Ways to Save Money on Your Wedding
Spending money on your wedding can be easy - way too easy. But if you're not careful, it can be hard on your wedding budget. The good news is saving money on your wedding is easy too! Here are over 45 ways to save money on your wedding. General Ways To Save Money On Your … Continue reading 45+ Ways to Save Money on Your Wedding
3 Money Saving Tips Without Sacrificing Style for Your Wedding
Looking for ways to save money without sacrificing the overall feel of your wedding? Check out these money saving tips. Décor Greenery and candles are still one of the best ways to save money on centerpieces. It’s elegant and cost effective. Want something with big impact, but not the big price tag? How about a … Continue reading 3 Money Saving Tips Without Sacrificing Style for Your Wedding
Why I Have a Love-Hate Relationship with Wedding “Trends”
Ugh. My Love-Hate relationship with wedding trends continues. However, this time it’s not because of any specific practice or trend that is currently showing popularity among engaged couples . . . . . . but with the seemingly loose usage of the word “Trend.” Over 60 million couples got married in the U.S. last year … Continue reading Why I Have a Love-Hate Relationship with Wedding “Trends”
Tips for Choosing The Perfect Wedding Reception Music
Without question, you’re going to have music at your wedding reception. But picking out your wedding reception music may be one of the most difficult things you’ll do. With the hundreds of thousands of songs out there, yeah, it can definitely be daunting. You’ll want songs that you and your fiancé like (it is YOUR … Continue reading Tips for Choosing The Perfect Wedding Reception Music
More Ways to Stay Stress Free Before Your Wedding
In January I shared 5 proven ways to beat your wedding stress. The following month, Martha Stewart Weddings came out with the article Smart Coping Strategies for the Overwhelmed Bride. Offering fabulous tips, and stating, “If you're starting to feel overwhelmed by all things wedding-related, take heart in knowing you are not alone,” their wonderful … Continue reading More Ways to Stay Stress Free Before Your Wedding
Wedding Planning Q & A – I’m Vegan and Really Don’t Want Meat at My Wedding
Q. - I’m a vegan. I really don’t want to serve meat or other animal products at my wedding. Am I expected to? A. - No you do not have to serve animal products. It’s your wedding and you can serve (or not serve) whatever you choose. If you want to have a vegan wedding … Continue reading Wedding Planning Q & A – I’m Vegan and Really Don’t Want Meat at My Wedding
Your Engagement – The First Thing to Do When You Get Engaged
Congratulations to all the couples who got engaged over the holidays. The next thing you should be doing is . . . . . . enjoy your engagement and being an engaged couple. I know you’re excited (and rightly so!), and probably want to dive in with all of the fun of planning your big … Continue reading Your Engagement – The First Thing to Do When You Get Engaged
Need vs Want: What Do You Need to Get Married?
Are you wondering if you need a wedding planner? While talking with a bride several months ago, she mentioned that a friend of hers told her that she doesn’t need a wedding planner. She then asked me what I thought. Of course, since I am a wedding planner, you’re probably thinking that my answer was, … Continue reading Need vs Want: What Do You Need to Get Married?