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Getting Married For Less: Wedding Budget Tips

Weddings provide some of the most beautiful and memorable moments of a couple’s life. The ceremony and reception are full of so much love celebrated in front of friends and families. It’s a magical time that can feel like a dream come true.  However, we all know that weddings, although dreamlike, can cost a pretty […]

August 25, 2021

Getting Married For Less: Wedding Budget Tips

Engaged, Wedding Decor, Wedding Planning, Wedding Tips, Wedding Vendors

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Is Pinterest the Enemy of Good Wedding Planning?

We all can relate to times of feeling uninspired and less-than-creative. That’s what Pinterest is for! Need outfit inspo? Pin it! Looking for DIY gift ideas? Pin it! Wedding inspiration? Pin i— Wait a minute. Don’t pin that! Believe it or not, Pinterest can be the enemy of good wedding planning!   While the popular […]

August 18, 2021

Is Pinterest the Enemy of Good Wedding Planning?

Engaged, Event Planning, Wedding Planning, Wedding Tips

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Friday and Sunday Weddings: Pros and Cons

Being flexible about your wedding date has some major advantages. Especially with all the shifts in the wedding industry, choosing a Friday or Sunday for your wedding may be necessary. There are some perks to choosing one of these less traditional weekend dates. Pros: Make your wedding into a weekend getaway. Planning a Friday or […]

June 9, 2021

Wedding Planning, Wedding Tips, Wedding Vendors

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2020 Bride.. Rescheduled for 2021/2022 – Tips on Navigating Your New Date

Your wedding date was in 2020… now what!? Never before have we had to experience a mass rescheduling in the wedding industry. Now that we are facing lifting restrictions and savvy planning practices, how should you approach choosing a new date and re-planning your wedding? Already chose your new date? Make sure you’ve communicated to […]

June 2, 2021

2020 Bride.. Rescheduled for 2021/2022 – Tips on Navigating Your New Date

Engaged, Event Planning, Wedding Planning, Wedding Tips

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Top 10 Must-Have Wedding Midnight Snacks to Keep the Party Going

Weddings are a celebration in the fullest sense. With friends and family coming together to celebrate a loving union, who wouldn’t want to get a little rowdy? When night falls and the energy levels start to drop, how do you keep your guests going? Well, by having a bunch of excellent and creative late-night snacks! […]

February 3, 2021

Top 10 Must-Have Wedding Midnight Snacks to Keep the Party Going

Wedding Planning, Wedding Tips

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Best Wedding Planning Books

Wedding planning books are a great way to organize everything from budget to booked vendors. In today’s blog, we round up our favorite planning tools and why we love them! The Knot Ultimate Planner Binder The Knot has been a staple in the wedding industry for vendor reviews, planning organizational tools, professional tips, and so […]

January 27, 2021

Best Wedding Planning Books

Engaged, Wedding Planning, Wedding Tips

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Top 5 Ways to Add More Luxury to Your Wedding

Are you dreaming of a luxury wedding full of magical moments and unforgettable experiences? If so, you know your dream wedding will need more than just an ordinary venue with ordinary décor; you want something luxurious, unique, and special to make it stand out. The problem is, making that dream a reality is more than […]

January 20, 2021

Top 5 Ways to Add More Luxury to Your Wedding

Engaged, Wedding Decor, Wedding Planning, Wedding Tips, Wedding Vendors

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How to Announce your Engagement at a Holiday Gathering

Announcing your engagement during the Holidays requires a little extra preparation. Especially during this holiday season, friends and family are gathering differently than before. We are adapting to a new way of celebrating whether it be in person or over a video call. What are some great tips to help you let everyone know you […]

November 18, 2020

How to Announce your Engagement at a Holiday Gathering

Engaged, Wedding Tips

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What Does a Wedding Planner Really Do?

Hiring a wedding planner is the best asset to make your dream wedding a reality. We handle many aspects of the planning process to help keep you on track. What exactly does a wedding planner do? From the beginning stages until the day of execution, a wedding planner manages over 100 details when planning a […]

November 4, 2020

What Does a Wedding Planner Really Do?

Event Planning, Wedding Planning, Wedding Tips, Wedding Vendors

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Best Months for Weddings in North Carolina

Planning the perfect wedding in North Carolina means choosing the best time of year to book your date! Different wedding themes fit better during different times of year. Consider your venue, guest list size, photography, and overall vibe before choosing your date. The most preferred times of year in North Carolina to book a wedding […]

October 28, 2020

Best Months for Weddings in North Carolina

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