January, 2025

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10 Wedding Planning Myths Debunked

The Road to Marriage

Among the excitement of wedding planning, a landscape of myths and misconceptions can often cloud the path to your perfect day. From budgeting woes to the pressure of tradition, navigating these myths can be overwhelming for any couple. That’s why I’m here to debunk 10 common wedding planning myths, shedding light on the truth behind the veil.

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Why Do You Need a Wedding Planner? 9 Ways We Elevate Your Wedding

Elegante by Michelle J

Why do you need a wedding planner? and What does a wedding planner do? are big questions, both of which well go into detail about here. If we had to simplify the answer, though, wed say this: a wedding planner elevates your wedding and makes it a stand-out occasion through four distinct steps. We plan, we design, we curate and we coordinate. Why do you need a wedding planner?

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Unveiling the Mystery: How Much Does a Wedding Planner Cost in San Antonio?

Sweet Gardenia Weddings

Planning a wedding can be an exciting yet overwhelming experience. People expect you to like. know everything! Couples often find themselves juggling multiple tasks, from finding the perfect venue to coordinating guests RSVPs & seating chart. One question that frequently arises during this journey is, "How much does a wedding planner cost in San Antonio ?

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A Mesmerizing Wedding Weekend at Villa Balbiano on Lake Como

Style Me Pretty

[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”]ivory, metallic, green[/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]Immersing ourselves in the love story of Alina and Pavel, we discovered that their future family has a guardian guiding them, and it is a wild cat. Alinas favorite animal is the panther, while Pavel is a Leo by zodiac.

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Top 7 Colors That Are Trending For 2025 Weddings + How to Incorporate Them Into Your Big Day

Green Wedding Shoes

photography: @kimon | design + planning: @tietheknotsantorini | floral design: @bloom_de_fleur_santorini | venue: @cavo_ventus_luxury_villa | custom table: @weddingswhimsy_santorini | chandeliers Installation: @santorinievents From moody blue hues to bright pops of pink, your wedding color palette sets the tone for your entire celebration. But with an entire rainbow (and then some!

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Six Essential “Wedding Rules” Every Bride Should Know

Weddings From The Heart

Photo Credit: Marius Muresan via Unsplash A wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime celebration that reflects your love story. But its also an opportunity to share your joy with the people who matter most. Guests will remember how they felt at your wedding long after the cake is gone and the photos are framed.

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2025 alt wedding expos & events (including one we’re supporting!)

Offbeat Wed

Wedding expos have a bit of a reputation. But alternative wedding expos? Thats where the magic happens. Think inclusive, weird, artsy, colorful, queer as hell, and tailored for people who cant quite picture themselves in a big-box bridal shop. And guess what? Vendors from our curated Vendor community are not only attending these events. Theyre creating some of them!

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Rehearsal Dinner Mistakes To Avoid According to Experts

Junebug Weddings

While your wedding day naturally commands the most attention during planning, the rehearsal dinner plays a crucial role in setting the tone for your celebration weekend. We consulted Junebug’s top wedding vendors to identify rehearsal dinner mistakes couples face when organizing this important pre-wedding event. From managing your guest list effectively to creating the perfect timeline, our experts shared their insights on avoiding common pitfalls and missteps within a rehearsal dinner.

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A Fairytale Wedding in Chicago at the Amour House

Style Me Pretty

[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”]The wedding colors are Champagne with small touches of dusty blues with greenery throughout the florals. [/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”] The design was inspired by European chateau with a classic feel. Diana is very drawn to her culture and keeping the Polish wedding tradition prominent with an elevated feel.

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Love in Full Bloom: 10 Wedding Flower Trends That Will Rule 2025

Green Wedding Shoes

photo: Claire Hadler | color blocking florals by: Flowers Living Pull up your wedding Pinterest board, because we’re breaking down the wedding flower trends that are blossoming in 2025!

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Countdown: Our Top 10 Most Popular Wedding Posts of 2024

Weddings From The Heart

Happy New Year! As we welcome 2025, lets take a look back at the most popular blog posts from 2024. From creative ideas to essential tips for weddings, these 10 posts were your top picks this past year.

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Elegant Lakeside Wedding in Las Vegas

Love Inc. Mag

Antonio and Bryce's romantic, floral-filled wedding, co-starring their adorable corgis, has us swooning. Antonio and Bryces journey began on Tumblr nearly a decade ago. Eight years later, Antonio proposed on the beach in Waikiki, Hawaii. After a smooth wedding planning process, they said “I do” at South Shore Country Club Lake Las Vegas with 125 friends and family cheering them on.

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Bold & Bright English Garden Wedding Inspiration at Tin Roof Farms

Ruffled

Step into a dreamy English garden-inspired wedding brought to life at Tin Roof Farms. This vibrant celebration was expertly captured by the talented Soulshine Photo + Video and styled to perfection by Caitlin & Co. Events.

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The Ultimate Guide to Putting Together Your Wedding Playlist

Junebug Weddings

Keep reading for the ultimate guide to creating a wedding playlist that captures your vibe. Image by Martin Wilk. When you think back on the weddings you’ve been to, chances are the music stands out as a key part of the experience. Maybe it was that one song that got everyone rushing to the dance floor, or the sweet melody that brought tears during the ceremony.

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Spring Garden Wedding Inspiration at the Clifton Inn With Pops of Peach

Style Me Pretty

[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”The Inspiration”]For this shoot we wanted to fuse a classic wedding day look with bright spring tones. Keeping in mind couples who love a classic wedding Elle Loren Co. created a romantic, timeless design that mixed nude and ivory tones with reds, peach and burnt oranges for color.

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Ultimate Wedding Budget Breakdown (Plus 16 Insider Tips to Save Big

Green Wedding Shoes

photographer: Kamila Nowak Photography | planner + stylist: Rebecca Marie Weddings | florist: Sass Flower | dress + veil designer: Moon Child Bridal | jewelry: The Vamoose | hair + makeup: Daniella Makeup & Hair as seen in this Short Wedding Dress feature Planning a wedding is equal parts thrill and (lets be real) budget juggling act. With so many moving partslike venue, catering, photography, and those sneaky hidden feesthings can get overwhelming fast.

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7 Must-Have Essentials You’re Overlooking on Your Wedding To-Do List

Weddings From The Heart

Photo Credit: Jeremy Wong via Pexels CC0 License When it comes to wedding planning, most couples get the basics right. They know that they need to hire a venue, find someone licensed to perform the ceremony, book the catering team, and so on.

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New Feature Announcement: Custom Cover Photos

Timeline Genius

Ready to delight clients with a personalized touch? You can now customize each event’s cover photo in Timeline Genius! THE UPGRADE You want to to delight clients with their custom, detailed timelines. Now, with a custom cover photo , you can add a special touch that really shows your attention to detail! The new Custom Cover Photo feature in Timeline Genius is a fun way to personalize each event.

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A Dreamy Spring Wedding at Wish Well House

Ruffled

Prepare to swoon over Michael and Alices gorgeous wedding day, set against the backdrop of the picturesque Wish Well House. Their celebration, masterfully orchestrated by Eleven Roses Events, was a love letter to spring, complete with floral pillars, pastel accents, and cloud-like draping.

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Wedding Trends of 2025: Elevate Your Celebration with Style and Charm

My Wedding Planner

The world of weddings is embracing boldness, creativity, and a touch of nostalgia in 2025. From statement-making fashion to imaginative dcor, couples are celebrating their love stories with unique and personalized elements. Lets dive into the wedding trends set to take center stage this year. 1. The Get Ready With Me Gown Brides are saying goodbye to traditional silk pajamas and robes for their pre-wedding prep and welcoming a new era of glam: the Get Ready With Me Gown.

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Serene Greens and Crisp Whites at Finca Sa Casa Bona on the Balearic Islands

Style Me Pretty

[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”] The wedding day unfolded in a palette of serene greens and crisp whites, effortlessly exuding a sense of natural elegance. Delicate touches of powder pink wove through the decor, infusing the celebration with a soft, romantic charm that felt both timeless and inviting.

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This Dazzling Wedding in Vietnam Was “An Enchanted Odyssey”

Green Wedding Shoes

If I had to select just one phrase to encapsulate Thuyen + Johnny Ps wedding, an enchanted odyssey would be the perfect fit, says photographer Thien Tong of this breathtaking, immersive, Alice In Wonderland -inspired celebration that came together so beautifully at InterContinental Danang Sun Peninsula Resort in Vietnam. Can we get a round of applause for this iconic dip/kiss moment!?

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A Luxury Italian-Inspired Summer Wedding at Alfriston Gardens, East Sussex

One Oake

At One Oake, we specialise in crafting unforgettable experiences, and this summer wedding at Alfriston Gardens in East Sussex was no exception. With an Italian-inspired theme, a Persian Sofreh Aghd ceremony, and breathtaking details like cascading wisteria, this event was a dream come true. Read on for all the details of this magical day, including plenty of inspiration for your own luxury wedding!

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WII 158 – Cassie LaMere Is Redefining Success in 2025

Timeline Genius

Are you dreaming of success in 2025? At surface level, success may look like more events, or higher paying clients. But if you ask Cassie LaMere , success goes much deeper than that and only YOU can define what success means to you. Cassie is the founder and creative director of the luxury event planning company Cassie LaMere Events. Over the span of her 15-year career, shes learned a lot about event design, running a business, and becoming a luxury-level planner.

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What is Event Marketing: Key Concepts, Proven Strategies, Examples and Tips

Eventtia

Lets be honest: planning an event can feel like a big risk. You book the venue, organize speakers, send out tons of invitationsand then sit back, wondering, What is event marketing really doing for my brand? If that sounds familiar, youre not alone. In this post, Ill break event marketing down into simple steps so you can plan successful events that get great results.

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Level up your event business with automation: More touchpoints with less effort

Planning Pod

We all know building strong relationships with clients is crucial in the event industry. We also know juggling multiple events, tight deadlines, and a never-ending to-do list can leave little time for the consistent communication that fosters those relationships. Thats where event business automation comes in. By strategically using technology, you can automate touchpoints with event leads and clients that enhance their experience with your teamnot to mention freeing up loads of your precious ti

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Southern Elegance Wedding With a Touch of New Orleans at Thompson Dallas

Style Me Pretty

[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”]Coral, blue, sage green[/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”] Classy, traditional, and timeless with touches of New Orleans and Texas to incorporate their families, as well as references to American Airlines (where they both met). [/field] [field title=”Proposal Story”] HOW THEY MET: The day was March 6th, 2021, and I was at DFW Airport’s Gate B34 about to hop on a flight t

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How to Confidently Choose Your Wedding Venue Without Touring in Person

Green Wedding Shoes

photo: Erin of Boston Photography | planning: Hummingbird Events & Design Choosing the perfect wedding venue is one of the biggest decisions youll make in your planning journeyit sets the tone for everything from your decor to your guest experience. But what happens when you cant visit venues in person? Whether youre planning a destination wedding, navigating a packed schedule, dealing with travel challenges, or just want to research from home before you do your onsite visits, you dont have

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A Palette of Pastel Dreams: Hanna and Tommy’s Butterfly-Inspired Celebration

Angelica & Co.

Every wedding tells a story, and Hanna and Tommys springtime celebration at Bethesda Country Club was nothing short of enchanting. As a Full Planning couple, Hanna and Tommy entrusted us with curating every aspect of their big day, allowing us to bring their butterfly-forward vision to life with exquisite attention to detail. The design centered on a romantic palette of dusty blue, soft pink, and butter yellow, perfectly capturing the essence of spring.

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WII 159 – Shannon Tarrant On What Wedding Venues Want

Timeline Genius

a Its one of the best ways to attract your ideal clients: partner with top venues. But building relationships with venues isnt easy, and you cant fake your way to the top of their referral list. So how do you create authentic connections with venues that will bring you more of the work you love? This weeks Wedding Industry Insider is all about wedding venues, and how to become your favorite venues favorite planner.

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Charming Wedding at The Kirk of Highland

A Touch of Bliss

Jordan and Eric celebrated their union in a charming wedding at The Kirk of Highland, a historic venue renowned for its beautiful stained glass windows and intricate architecture. The ceremony was a true reflection of the couples personalities and style. The groom and his groomsmen added a touch of humor with their quirky socks featuring different types of food and Sesame Street designs, while the bridesmaids dazzled in elegant sky blue dresses that perfectly complemented their vibrant sunflower

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How to Book More Weddings from Wedding Expos!

Carissa Kruse Weddings

2025 is here to come and wedding expos are popping up left and right. In 2024, wedding expos have made a remarkable comeback, with many shows seeing attendance grow by 25% to 50% compared to last year so a boom is expected in 2025. Wondering what am I gonna teach you in this article? How to book more weddings from the wedding expos. I have been in the event planning industry for a couple of decades and I can confidently say that wedding expos are one of the most effective ways to generate leads

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Inspired by Martha’s Vineyard Timeless Charm at Lambert’s Cove Inn

Style Me Pretty

[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”]Maggie and Sal’s wedding featured soft blues, whites and plenty of lush greenery to complement the beauty of the Lambert’s Cove Inn’s stunning English garden that set the scene for their ceremony.[/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”] Inspired by Marthas Vineyard and the many trips the couple has taken to the island, Maggie and Sal hosted an effortless wedding in the garden

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Ethereal + Modern: Inside This NFL Star’s Stunning Chicago Wedding

Green Wedding Shoes

Lauren + Jakes love story began in the exit row of an airplane. Snag a set of adorable traditional Italian crystal limoncello glasses like these to have some sweet + citrusy sips on hand at your celebration! Time to get the bubbly flowing! Check out our round up of the prettiest champagne glasses if you’ve always dreamed of owning glassware worthy of a celebratory champagne tower like Lauren + Jake’s.

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Southern California Venue Availability Database for Couples Affected by Wildfires

Love Inc. Mag

Our hearts are with those affected by the California fires. Of course, priorities at this time are ensuring safety and providing living necessities and resources to those in need. For those needing assistance, Mutual Aid Los Angeles Network has an active spreadsheet that they're updating. However, we understand that in the coming days/weeks, if your wedding plans have been affected, that is likely to an extra layer of stress to navigate rescheduling, alongside so many other soonlyweds facing the

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Summer Wedding at Cornwell Manor.

One Oake

A Dream Summer Wedding at Cornwell Manor Nestled in the heart of the Cotswolds, Cornwell Manor is a quintessential English country estate that sets the perfect stage for a fairytale wedding. Last summer, we had the honour of returning to Cornwell Manor to plan and coordinate an unforgettable wedding at this stunning venue, and were thrilled to share the magical details of the day with you.

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Breathtaking Celebration at Mount Vernon Canyon Club

A Touch of Bliss

Claire and Connor's wedding at Mount Vernon Canyon Club was a breathtaking celebration set against the stunning 360-degree views of the Rocky Mountains. The outdoor ceremony on the patio was graced with an elegant floral structure that was later repurposed for their sweetheart table, enhanced by a chic neon sign with their last name. The reception was a magical affair, highlighted by a beautiful rainbow that added an extra touch of enchantment to the evening.