June, 2024

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Building Relationships as a Wedding Planner

Certified Wedding Planner Society

When I launched my career as a wedding planner, I can distinctly remember a piece of advice from a fellow wedding planner, and that was to always be yourself and make a great first impression. Why was this so important? Because following these steps have landed me so many wonderful opportunities to build beautiful relationships in the wedding industry.

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How e.l.f. Cosmetics’ Indy 500 Sponsorship Placed Women in the Driver’s Seat

Event Marketer: B to C Events

“This was more than just an event; this was a movement.” –Patrick O’Keefe, VP-Integrated Marketing Communications, e.l.f. Cosmetics e.l.f. sponsored Indy 500 driver Katherine Legge, the only woman who competed in this year’s race. When e.l.f. Cosmetics cruised into this year’s Indianapolis 500 as the first-ever beauty brand to serve as a primary sponsor of a driver, it didn’t just offer a “Lip Oil Change.

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Georgia & Tom’s Savoy Hotel Wedding

Elegante by Michelle J

Georgia and Tom were married at the iconic Savoy hotel wedding in March, gathering friends and family at one of London’s most well-known and spectacular venues. Their Jewish celebration was meticulously designed and lovingly planned, working with the Savoy’s beautiful spaces to create a wedding that was romantic, deeply personal and absolutely everything they wanted it to be – plus nothing they didn’t.

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A Glamorous Perry Belmont Wedding with Unlimited Red Roses

Simply Breathe Events

Before we share this wedding, take a second to picture a wedding that exudes elegance and romance, where red roses are the stars of the show. This was the vision Raychel had for her special day at the stunning Perry Belmont House. From our first phone call, she made it clear that red roses were a MUST — and trust us when we say we DELIVERED. Keep reading to see how we transformed this Perry Belmont wedding into a red rose wonderland.

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The Wedding Debate: Wedding Favors vs Wedding Welcome Bags

Busy Bee's Events

Ah, the welcome bags and wedding favor question… shall we supply both or pick one, and which?! If you are reading this as someone who is brand new to all things wedding planning, lets first dig into a little background of what each of these represents… Welcome bags are great if you have a lot of guests coming from out of town and usually include items that are found locally in the area, a personalized gift based on the B&G, and/or necessities to survive the next few days of par

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How to Wedding Plan With Mom: Success Tips From a Professional Planner

The Road to Marriage

When it comes to wedding planning, involving family members can be both a blessing a challenge. Among the many roles, one of the most significant and potentially complex is planning with Mom. While mothers often bring invaluable support, experience, and insights to the table, navigating the dynamics of collaborating on such a momentous event can sometimes be overwhelming.

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The 2024 Fab 50: Recognizing the Event Industry’s Top Builders

Event Marketer: B to C Events

The Best Exhibit and Event Fabricators Serving the Experiential Marketing Industry Like the industry it serves, the landscape of exhibit builders fabricating trade show booths, branded installations and outdoor activation structures for corporate clients is in a state of constant evolution. Maximalism is on trend, but so are purposeful materials. Trade shows are back with exhibitors leaning heavily into experiential principles.

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Flying With A Wedding Dress: A Destination Wedding Planner’s Advice

Elegante by Michelle J

Something I am often asked early in the planning journey of destination weddings is: ‘Do you have any tips for flying with a wedding dress? How do I get it over there safely?’. In over a decade of planning luxury weddings overseas, I have never known a bride fail at this all-important task on my watch! Here I will dispel some myths about taking your wedding dress on a plane and divulge my tips for its safe arrival – you might want to bookmark this one for later.

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A Dreamy Bridgerton-esque Wedding at Goodstone Inn

Simply Breathe Events

Planning a wedding is a journey filled with excitement, anticipation, and okay – a dash of stress. When Sam and Tim reached out to us four months before their big day, they needed a helping hand to turn their vision into reality FAST. They dreamed of hosting a romantic fall wedding at Goodstone Inn, a picturesque venue that offers stunning views of Virginia’s rolling plains.

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Magical Forest Wedding Under A Canopy Of Twinkling Lights

Ruffled

Today’s enchanting forest wedding invites you to linger – linger over the spectacular lights that mirror the stars, linger over the evergreen decor, and linger over the myriad personal details that made this celebration so unique, intentional, and utterly special.

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Phone's Away, Please! Here's How To Have An Unplugged Wedding Ceremony

One Fab Day

A simple guide on how to get your guests to put down their phones, switch off their tech and enjoy your unplugged wedding day.

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Harnessing Tech/AI for Wedding Ceremonies, Vows, and Toasts: Introducing PROVENANCE

Certified Wedding Planner Society

Imagine a world where AI transforms wedding ceremonies into unforgettable, deeply personalized experiences. Today, we bring you an exclusive conversation with Steven Greitzer, CEO and founder, and Josh Fagel, head of business development, as they unveil Provenance , an AI-driven tool revolutionizing ceremony, vows, and toast writing. Steven shares his heartfelt journey of officiating weddings for friends, which sparked the creation of Provenance, addressing the need for legally compliant, meanin

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The 2024 It List: Recognizing the Top 100 Event Agencies

Event Marketer: B to C Events

The experiential agency map is getting redrawn by newcomers, idea-centric boutiques and strategy-led shops The agency landscape is changing. Like never before. As always, clients are driving the changes. For one, a surge in post-pandemic experiential activity has finally reignited industry spending and ROI as brands fully re-lean into live events to connect with critical audiences—and the agency community is swelling as it chases their dollars.

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99 Wedding Recessional Songs for an Unforgettable Ceremony Exit

Green Wedding Shoes

photo by Safeena Noah from this Maasai Mara Inspired Wedding This is the moment you’ve been waiting for. You’ve said your “I do’s,” shared your first kiss as a married couple, and now you’re ready to walk back down the aisle hand-in-hand with your life partner — and you need the perfect soundtrack to set the mood!

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A Luxe Fall Wedding at the Intercontinental Washington, DC

Simply Breathe Events

This past year, we had the pleasure of orchestrating some truly magical celebrations at the Intercontinental Hotel at The Wharf in Washington DC. Christine and Trevor’s wedding was our third and final wedding of year at this stunning waterfront venue. We absolutely couldn’t wait to share the details with you all today! If you’re dreaming of a wedding that’s elegant, warm, and all around modern, you’re in for a treat.

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You’ll Fall In Love With The Sweet Details At This Summer Wedding

Style Me Pretty

[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”]The wedding colors incorporated different shades of pastels including pink, purple, blue, and white and green accents. [/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”] The design inspiration was the bright and romantic feel of the Netflix show Bridgerton.

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Romantic Autumn Wedding at 620 Loft and Gardens in NYC

Ruffled

As the leaves pirouette down and the air gets that refreshing bite, love finds its stage in the heart of New York City. A romantic autumn wedding at 620 Loft and Gardens, with the iconic skyline of the city that never sleeps as your backdrop.

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The CWP Society is Proud to Feature: Harmon Entertainment

Certified Wedding Planner Society

CWP Society is Proud to Feature: Michaela Thibert who is a team member with Harmon Entertainment. “ I love how in depth and personable Laurie & Krisy made this certification course! Even as a vendor, there were so many things that I learned and I am SO excited to help my couples more than ever. ” - Michaela Thibert Join the world's largest membership of Certified Wedding Planners and Professionals!

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Visit Savannah Offers Four Lessons Guiding its 11-City Summer Mobile Tour Strategy

Event Marketer: B to C Events

“We have a lot of giveaways across all 11 cities—everything from hotel stays to etched wine glasses or Savannah watercolor kits… This allowed [our small businesses] to have some representation with a minimum of 10 items. We covered the shipping costs; they just had to provide the items.” –Lauren Cleland, VP-Strategic Marketing, Visit Savannah and Visit Tybee Island Surprisingly Savannah: The Mobile Tour will make its way to 11 cities this summer.

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The Best Vintage Engagement Rings + Complete Buyer’s Guide

Green Wedding Shoes

vintage style engagement rings: Sarah O. Jewelry Antique and vintage engagement rings are made for those who want to stand out. With many vintage and antique styles having been design decades (if not centuries!) ago, you’re not only getting a slice of history, but there’s a good chance you’re getting something that’s totally unique and one-of-a-kind. vintage engagement rings photo: Grandma’s Jewellery Box photo: Jewellery Box d’un Petit Cœur Art Deco vintage r

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30 Funny Opening Lines for Wedding Speeches

One Fab Day

Best man, groom, father of the bride? Here's our list of 30 funny opening lines for wedding speeches to kick things off with a joke!

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Tropical Chic Wedding on Maui at Ritz Carlton Kapalua

Style Me Pretty

[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”]The colors were bright and vibrant. There were lots of dark greens, orange, yellow and tropical hues.[/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]Kelsey and Elliott are from Colorado and connected with Mauna Creative, who is both Colorado and Maui based, before finding their venue and together we decided the Ritz Carlton was the perfect venue for their early January wedding post holidays, what bett

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The 9 Best Event Photographers in Baltimore (2024)

Peerspace

Answered Photoshoot locations on Peerspace typically cost $60 — $180 per hour. See unique photoshoot locations Baltimore, MD is one of the busiest cities on the East Coast when it comes to the event world. People are constantly looking for talented photographers to tell the story of their bar mitzvah , wedding , corporate gala , town hall, or other events.

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The CWP Society is Proud to Feature: Shernavia Signature Events

Certified Wedding Planner Society

CWP Society is Proud to Feature: Shernavia Jefferson owner of Shernavia Signature Events. “ Joining CWP Society, is the best decision I ever made. I'm excited to be apart of a lifetime membership with such great CWPs who have great passion for their work. I'm looking forward to growing here! ” - Shernavia Jefferson Join the world's largest membership of Certified Wedding Planners and Professionals!

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The Brief: Philanthropic Pizzas and ‘Gaychella’

Event Marketer: B to C Events

FIVE THINGS TO KNOW THIS WEEK This week’s hot takes on hot topics in experiential marketing cover tot-protecting pants, “Gaychella” and pay-what-you-want pizzas. NEWMAN’S OWN IS DELIVERING PIZZA WITH PURPOSE Unless your diet consists of ramen and oatmeal, you’ve likely felt the effects of sky-high food prices in recent months. Enter: Newman’s Own’s Pay What You Want Pizza truck tour.

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15 Cute + Comfy Travel And Airport Outfit Ideas – 2024 Style Guide

Green Wedding Shoes

cute + comfy airport outfit ideas: cream travel outfit | LA cream hat | chic olive sweat suit | @fashion_jackson | @orlaithmelia_ | brown jumpsuit | @karinastylediaries While you’ve probably had your vacation outfits and looks picked out for weeks now, there’s one travel fashion moment that often gets overlooked: cute and comfy airport outfit ideas that get your trip started off right. cute airport outfit ideas: green travel outfit | NY baseball hat | comfy black jumpsuit | white tra

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A Dark and Dramatic Ballymagarvey Village Wedding: Libhín & Donagh

One Fab Day

Are you a fan of gothic glamour? This beautiful Ballymagarvey Village Wedding day included a darkly sumptuous wedding theme!

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High Fashion and Bold Blooms on the Cliffs of Amalfi Coast

Style Me Pretty

[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”]Pink, Blue, Magenta, Green[/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]For this beautiful wedding, a team of talented planners from Iles Events and Florists from Anna Gayduk team envisioned a floral arrangement that boasted vivid colors while maintaining classic shapes for the bouquets and arches.

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The 8 Best Wedding Videographers in Detroit (2024)

Peerspace

Answered Wedding venues on Peerspace typically cost $180 — $320 per hour. See unique wedding venues You’ve chosen your florist, caterer, wedding photographers, but how about your videographer? We have you covered with this exhaustive list of the top Detroit wedding videographers! Many people ask whether or not a videographer is a worthy addition to your wedding vendor team.

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Master Certified Wedding Planner Feature: Becky Stewart

Certified Wedding Planner Society

Becky Stewart Master Certified Wedding Planner RJ Stewart Events CT, RI, MA I am honored and thrilled to hold the title of Master Certified Wedding Planner. My commitment to providing the best possible service to my clients has always been my top priority. I knew that achieving this level of excellence required a solid foundation of education. Discovering the CWP Society was a pivotal moment for me.

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Gen Z and Music Festivals: Pinterest Shares Three Insights from its Coachella Debut

Event Marketer: B to C Events

“What we consistently hear from our users, and Gen Z in particular, is that Pinterest is their safe space to explore what they actually like, what inspires them. It’s much less about ‘what is everyone else doing,’ and more about, ‘what’s right for me?’ So we definitely leaned into that at Coachella.” –Sara Pollack, VP, Global Lead of Consumer Marketing, Pinterest Fans could embellish their looks with on-trend hair and beauty styles.

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