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Even If a Wedding Is Canceled, You Should Still Give a Gift
Raina
  • Dec 30, 2020
  • 3 min

Even If a Wedding Is Canceled, You Should Still Give a Gift

A wedding I was invited to has been postponed...when do I purchase a gift? What if the couple opted for a virtual wedding or elopement...
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Survive Attending a Wedding Without a Plus-One
Raina
  • Dec 23, 2020
  • 4 min

Survive Attending a Wedding Without a Plus-One

Attending a wedding alone isn't anyone’s first choice, especially if you don’t know many people at the wedding. It doesn’t matter whether...
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8 Questions That You Shouldn't Ask Your Wedding Planner (and 20 That You Should!)
Raina
  • Dec 9, 2020
  • 10 min

8 Questions That You Shouldn't Ask Your Wedding Planner (and 20 That You Should!)

After being in the wonderful world of wedding planning for over 20 years, we understand that there is no question left unasked, not a...
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16 Steps Once You Get Engaged
Raina
  • Dec 2, 2020
  • 7 min

16 Steps Once You Get Engaged

This is the moment you've been waiting for. You just said “yes” to the man or woman of your dreams. You've got the ring and you're...
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Top 10 Ways to Encourage Social Distancing at Your Wedding
Raina
  • Nov 4, 2020
  • 5 min

Top 10 Ways to Encourage Social Distancing at Your Wedding

It's a wedding planner's job to expect the unexpected, however, I don't believe anyone could've prepared for the current state of...
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How Do I Downsize My Guest List?
Raina
  • Oct 14, 2020
  • 3 min

How Do I Downsize My Guest List?

Forced to postpone your wedding due to the pandemic? Need to reduce the guest list? We can help!
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Venue Coordinator VS. Wedding Planner: Knowing the Difference
Raina
  • Sep 30, 2020
  • 9 min

Venue Coordinator VS. Wedding Planner: Knowing the Difference

One question couples have when starting to plan their wedding is do we need a wedding planner if the venue is providing a coordinator?
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Expert Tips for Storing Your Wedding Dress
Raina
  • Sep 23, 2020
  • 4 min

Expert Tips for Storing Your Wedding Dress

If you are filled with dread at the thought of storing your dress we are here to help!
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6 Ways To Make Single Guests Feel Included
Raina
  • Sep 16, 2020
  • 4 min

6 Ways To Make Single Guests Feel Included

For the best event, be sure to incorporate our six favorite ways to make all guests feel included!
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10 Fun Ideas for Non-Dancing Guests
Raina
  • Sep 9, 2020
  • 5 min

10 Fun Ideas for Non-Dancing Guests

We all love a great playlist but your guest's entertainment doesn't need to be limited to the dance floor.
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To have and to hold and socially distance from your guests: COVID Wedding Guidelines
Raina
  • Aug 5, 2020
  • 9 min

To have and to hold and socially distance from your guests: COVID Wedding Guidelines

Let us help you be prepared for planning a wedding, regardless of when your date falls, during a global pandemic with these top safety tips.
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Love in the Time of COVID - Post Coronavirus Weddings & What to Expect
Raina
  • May 27, 2020
  • 6 min

Love in the Time of COVID - Post Coronavirus Weddings & What to Expect

While celebrations call for handshakes & hugs during milestones like weddings, with the entire world social distancing expect many changes.
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Throwing a Virtual Bachelorette Party
Raina
  • May 13, 2020
  • 4 min

Throwing a Virtual Bachelorette Party

Basically you're planning a video meeting where everyone is nice to you and gets drunk. Sounds crazy, but just trust us....
27 views2 comments
Live Streaming Your Wedding Ceremony
Raina
  • May 6, 2020
  • 3 min

Live Streaming Your Wedding Ceremony

There are many of your nearest and dearest may not be able to attend in person when you wed. Don't let them miss a moment of the magic!
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Loosing the COVID -19 (pounds, that is...)
Raina
  • Apr 28, 2020
  • 4 min

Loosing the COVID -19 (pounds, that is...)

Nutrition is key to getting a healthy and fit before the wedding, and if you want to shed the COVID-19lbs we put in quarantine we can help!
28 views2 comments
Quarantine Wedding Planning Tasks
Raina
  • Apr 22, 2020
  • 5 min

Quarantine Wedding Planning Tasks

There are quite a few things you can do while for your wedding while in quarantine. Its best to keep checking off that to-do list!
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Fun Quarantine Date Night Ideas
Raina
  • Apr 15, 2020
  • 6 min

Fun Quarantine Date Night Ideas

During social distancing due to the corona virus, we're all spending time indoors. Relieve a bit of the anxiety with some fun!
56 views3 comments
Should I postpone my Summer/Fall wedding?
Raina
  • Apr 1, 2020
  • 5 min

Should I postpone my Summer/Fall wedding?

⁠If your wedding is in late Summer, Fall or Winter of 2020, go ahead and book your vendors.
70 views1 comment
How COVID-19 Will Affect Fall or 2021 Weddings
Raina
  • Apr 1, 2020
  • 3 min

How COVID-19 Will Affect Fall or 2021 Weddings

A pandemic isn't part of any couple's plans. However, if it is affecting your wedding planning, we can help.
625 views1 comment
How To Notify Your Guests of Date Postponement
Raina
  • Mar 27, 2020
  • 2 min

How To Notify Your Guests of Date Postponement

Proper etiquette suggests that you postpone formally, by mailing a notification to your guests.
12 views1 comment
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