As someone whose love language is gift giving- I always stress about getting the perfect gift for my friends during their special moments in life! And even though it is the thought that counts, you don’t want to end up gifting something that will go unused or eventually tossed away. If you are buying a gift for a friend who is recently engaged, here are 3 gifts to avoid, and 3 gifts that they are sure to use!
Read MoreI’m teaming up Patti Darby Photography and Elise of Elise Woods Designs to give one couple the destination elopement of their dreams! We are so eager to begin traveling again and know you are as well. If you’ve dreamed of getting married in Greece, Spain, France or Italy we want to hear from you. Tell us your story, what makes your relationship unique and what location you would choose!
Patti, Elise and I are excited to create an unforgettable experience for your wedding and can’t wait to hear from you!
Read MoreJust like anything else, the wedding industry ebbs and flows with trends. Although most couples like to opt for a “timeless” or “classic” aesthetic for their wedding day, there are still trends that make their way into wedding days! As a wedding planner for the past four years, here are 10 wedding trends I think we will be seeing everywhere this year!
Read MoreAs a bride, you have definitely heard this advice before “soak it all in, it goes by so fast!” And it’s true! Your wedding day will be filled with friends, loved ones, photos, dancing, mingling, etc. and you want to be in the moment for all of it. However, one thing every couple should do on their wedding day, is take some time to be ‘out of the moment.’ Whether it is 30 seconds or 15 minutes, take step back to realize the weight of the day and to truly appreciate everything that is going on. Here are some ways to work those moments into your wedding day schedule!
Read MoreBy now, we probably have all taken the enneagram test to figure out which type we are (I’m a type 5!), so why not use this knowledge to help make your wedding planning process even easier! Below is the wedding planning advice I would give based on your enneagram types:
Read MoreBeing a bride can be a tricky business! Planning a wedding is something you probably have never done before and something you hopefully won’t do again, so knowing what to expect or what you wish you could have done differently is hard knowledge to come by! That is why I have started a new blog series where past brides can pass on their wedding wisdom to you! This week is bride Casey who got married last September at the BRIK in Fort Worth. Here is what she had to say about planning her big day!
Read MoreBeing a bride can be a tricky business! Planning a wedding is something you probably have never done before and something you hopefully won’t do again, so knowing what to expect or what you wish you could have done differently is hard knowledge to come by! That is why I have started a new blog series where past brides can pass on their wedding wisdom to you! Starting off the series is bride Kelly who got married last June at the Fort Worth Club. Here is what she had to say about her big day!
Read MoreIf you do not know who “Pilot Peter” is, you probably not a reality TV lover and you are probably are very free on Monday nights. Peter, who also happens to be a pilot (yay for alliteration!) is the new star of the hit TV show “The Bachelor” and is on his journey to find love and find someone who is: there for the right reasons/ vulnerable/ walls down/ enter all other bachelor lingo here. As you know, the whole purpose of this whole show is to fall in love, get engaged, and eventually.. you guessed it, GET MARRIED!
So why would I plan a wedding for Pilot Peter? No, I am not hoping he one day sees this and hires me to be his planner (although that would be awesome, think about all the IG followers), but I wanted to show you how to incorporate personal details into your wedding design to make your wedding uniquely yours.. or in this case uniquely Peter’s!
Read More“Brent and I always say that the two best things about California are the mountains and the beach. When we went to my hometown of Los Angeles for a quick weekend trip, I didn't think anything of it when Brent suggested we take our pup Rosie to a lookout spot we had been to multiple times and then to get drinks at the beach afterwards. I had brunch with my girlfriends that morning so I was already dressed up (good planning on his part!!). We drove to the top of the mountain where the small hike to the lookout started...”
Read More“During our many travels over the past four and a half years, Calyn and I have shared many special moments together. From wintery NYC skylines, Hill Country sunsets, and Napa Valley cabs, Calyn was likely on the other side of many proposal ‘pump-fakes’ than I’d like to admit. With the proposal now in our rearview mirror, we’ve laughed (and cried) over some of these various moments throughout our relationship. ..”
Read More“Rob and I love traveling together, and we recently went on a trip to Portugal and Spain. On one of our first nights in Porto, Portugal, Rob told me that he had made dinner reservations for us, but other than that, the details were pretty vague. Our reservation wasn't until 8:00, but he was set on leaving to walk towards the restaurant by 6:00 that night, so I had some suspicions ;) As we were approaching the general area of where the restaurant was, there was a spot near the water that we had previously said would be a beautiful spot to take a picture. Rob then suggested that we stop and take a picture at that spot. It "just so happens" that the guy Rob asked to take our picture was carrying two professional cameras, so I started to get even more suspicious of what was going on. The guy took a few photos of us on Rob's phone and before I knew it, Rob turned to me and started talking about the last 5 years we had spent together and how he wanted to spend the rest of his life with me. He then got down on one knee and asked me to marry him and I said YES!! We spent the night celebrating at a special dinner with the two of us, followed by many late night FaceTime calls with family and friends back home. I'm so thankful that Rob coordinated with a photographer in Porto to capture this moment. We now have these amazing photos that we'll always cherish and remember this special day by.”
Read MoreAs the saying goes, nobody's perfect, and no wedding day is perfect either! (*Cue Hannah Montana Song) So I’m getting real honest and sharing my 5 biggest wedding day fails that I didn’t tell the bride about (Or at least waited a few days to tell her)! Spoiler alert, everything still turned out okay!
Read MoreIt is one of the questions I get asked the most from brides, other vendors, friends, strangers on facebook.. how did you get started? I love sharing my story of how I fell into the wedding world, and more importantly I love sharing tips on how to get started and what I wish I had done when I was starting!
Read MoreWe have all seen it happen, the wedding guest that leans over into the aisle way as the door opens and the bride makes her way to her new husband… all the while, completely ruining the shot for the photographer, you know, the one that the couple professionally hired to take pictures. More and more couples are opting for an ‘unplugged’ ceremony- where guests are asked to turn off their cell phones and refrain from taking any pictures. Through my 2 years of wedding planning, I would say about half of my brides choose to do an unplugged ceremony, while half choose to let guests be. Here are what I have learned are the pros and cons of having an unplugged ceremony!
Read MoreCongrats!!! You’re engaged and probably living on cloud 9! However, reality hits you hard when it sets in that you are going to have to plan a wedding- something you (hopefully) have never done before!! No need to panic, grab a glass, or a bottle, of wine and follow these 5 steps to get you started!
Read MoreWhile the majority of your wedding planning will focus on the reception, we cannot forget the real star of the show- the ceremony! Here are 5 very important details to consider when planning your ceremony!
Read MoreWe all love our friends and family who take the time to be with us on our wedding day, but let’s be real.. sometimes they can add some extra stress! Just like the holidays, weddings brings everyone together, which can mean a lot of different dynamics to navigate. Here is everything you need to let your wedding party and family know before the wedding day so everyone can sit back and enjoy the day!
Read MoreAs brides in the South, we know the fun of monogramming and know that when it comes to monograms, you can pretty much put them on anything! Here are 7 classic AND creative ways to incorporate your monogram into your wedding:
Read MoreA review of the top North Texas Wedding Venues
Read MoreNo outfit is truly complete without the perfect pair of shoes, and your wedding ensemble is no exception! Your wedding shoes are the perfect opportunity to show some style, a pop of color, and even some bling!
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