February, 2022

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Crazy Wedding Stories - Wedding Planner Woes

Sweet Gardenia Weddings

After reading this blog post, I hope you understand why professional wedding planners are a *thing*. Paty Araujo Photography at Ember Ranch Emotions are at an all time high. Expectations are heavy. Personalities are strong. So many things happen during wedding planning and on wedding day. Here's just a few juicy stories and tidbits of actual weddings I have saved up just for this blog post.

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Real Wedding: A Late Fall Love-Fest at Gather Greene

Canvas Weddings

Tamar + Sabina’s Gather Greene wedding is one that I will NEVER forget. From start to finish, every detail and moment was crafted with intention. From their warm and cozy portrait session to the jubilant ceremony, stations-style dinner and the roaring dance party, this wedding was one for the record books. Photos by the incredible Tracy Jade Photography.

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Emergency Kit Must-Haves

Rachel Willis Events

Ahh the emergency kit- every wedding planner’s best friend, & every clients’ savior! You hope to never need it, but to go without would be risky. My personal emergency kit has evolved over the years and gotten more and more complex. What was once a small carry on roller is about to transform into a full-on suitcase. I’ve picked up several little tips & tricks over the years, and today I share them with you.

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How to Plan Your First Virtual-Physical Event Post-COVID

Eventtia

A virtual-physical event, also known as a hybrid event, offers event organizers the chance of getting the best of both worlds between virtual and physical (or in-person) events. This new style of event is becoming increasingly popular after the global COVID-19 pandemic forcing the cancellation of many large-scale physical events throughout 2020 and 2021 due to social distancing and quarantine policies.

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Maximizing PR During the Wedding Boom

OFD Consulting

What happens when a global pandemic makes it impossible to host a large wedding celebration for more than a year? A wedding boom! Thousands of couples have had to push their weddings from 2020 and 2021 into 2022, resulting in a wedding boom unlike anything the industry has ever seen. Weddings are now taking place one after another, leaving professionals with little time to breathe between events.

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Emily & Justin - Omni Montelucia Wedding

A Day to Cherish

I am finally getting the chance to sit down and write this blog about Emily & Justin’s wedding. They were one of our couples that unfortunately had to endure a Covid wedding. We begin working together in 2019 and they tried hard to have a 2020 wedding but unfortunately, that didn’t happen. SO, we rebooked and went for it in 2021! I must say they had so many obstacles in the planning process and they both just rolled with it.

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Hotel Room Block 101

Canvas Weddings

As a Hudson Valley and Catskills wedding planner, my specialty is what I call the “mini destination” wedding. A lot of our couples (and their guests) come from New York City and the surrounding areas. So, while we’re not arranging destination weddings to the likes of Mexico, Italy or other international destinations, most of our couples are bringing their guests for a great wedding weekend experience upstate.

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The 10 Commandments

Rachel Willis Events

(for guests) The 6 years I have had in this industry have served up a cornucopia of…interesting stories when it comes to interactions with guests. As such, there are some points of etiquette that I would love to address. My hope is that these ‘Commandments’ spread far & wide to educate guests everywhere. Something happens in a person’s mind when they’re at a wedding; similar to how clients can get “Wedding Brain” or “Wedding Goggles” the closer they are to the wedding.

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10 Tips to Follow for Physical Events Post-COVID

Eventtia

It’s no secret that event organizing is among the industries most heavily affected by the global COVID-19 pandemic, and is also one of the industries that have evolved dramatically due to the global pandemic. In early 2020, the early days of the pandemic, the majority of physical events have been canceled due to the social distancing and quarantine policies, many of them have been replaced by virtual events.

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HOORAY!

Eva Clark Events

So honored to be named alongside industry greats as “Best Planner in America” by Condé Nast BRIDES! This recognition means a tremendous amount to me and my team. DETAILS HERE Huge thanks to Justin Peay for the footage of our design work, shown here.

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Meg + Alex Downtown Market Wedding

Lauren Koster

Meg and Alex were truly dream clients. I already knew Meg from the local boutique scene, she worked part-time at my friend’s shop The Counting House. I already knew she is not only a gem of a human, but also loads of style. Meg and Alex really wanted to bring their story to their wedding day, which is my absolute favorite. They held their ceremony for closest friends and family at their historic, home in the Heritage Hill District of Grand Rapids.

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Luxury wedding weekend in Wiltshire

Planned For Perfection

Last Summer saw many of our postponed weddings from 2020 finally take place post restrictions being lifted. Our gorgeous couple Amelia and Matt celebrated their wedding at the brides family home in Wiltshire, after moving their wedding three times due to Covid 19. When they were finally able to celebrate their wedding, over a year later than originally planned, it was certainly worth the wait!

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Our Favorite Outdoor Wedding Venues in New York

Brilliant Event Planning

Oh how we love outdoor wedding venues in New York. Is there anything more magical than gathering family and friends at a beautiful, unique outdoor destination? As New York wedding planners , we’ve planned dozens of outdoor weddings, and we know what to look for in a top outdoor wedding venue—beautiful views, a great location, and convenient accommodations.

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Your Wedding Vendor Tipping Cheat Sheet

In the Details Wedding Planning

Almost every one of our wedding couples asks, "Who should I tip and how much should I tip?" While it may be tough to find additional funds in the budget for gratuities, tipping is always appreciated for a job well done, as well as a thoughtful and caring gesture. If you intend to tip your vendors, make sure to budget for it early on to avoid going over budget.

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The Great Flower Shortage

LLG Events

WAIT, HOW MUCH ARE ROSES NOW? If you are planning a wedding or event, you may have noticed how expensive flowers are. Yes, there is currently a massive flower shortage and the wedding boom is real. We have been working around the clock for our client’s this year and next. The result of the pandemic has not only caused postponements of original dates but industries are feeling the long term effects of the sudden boom in events, especially the floral industry.

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How to Choose a Wedding Color Palette

Availed

Photography by Forth & Able OVERWHELMED BY CHOOSING A COLOR SCHEME? WE CAN HELP! Last week on the blog we gave you all our tips on how to find your wedding style. Now that you know your style, it’s time to choose your color palette! Having a defined color palette is a crucial step in the planning process. A carefully selected color scheme will help you create a cohesive look that is uniquely yours and reflects who you are as a couple!

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Brittany + Brandon Northern Michigan Wedding

Lauren Koster

Brittany reached out in early 2021. She was pregnant with her first baby and trying to plan her dream Northern Michigan wedding, in a pandemic, of course. Looking for guidance to create an August, flower-filled, upscale tent wedding at the beautiful Deer Lake at Boyne Mountain. We stepped in and pulled in all our favorite vendors from both the North and downstate.

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Grooming Tips for the Groom

Ebeling Events

You have popped the question, told all your friends and have starting making progress on planning your wedding. However, you are probably seeing the long list of to-dos in front of you and feeling a little overwhelmed at where to begin. Regardless of where you are in your wedding planning process, it’s safe to say that you’re probably experiencing a range of emotions.

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Don’t Forget to Date!

Rachel Willis Events

Ashlen Sydney Photography Have you ever heard people say “make sure you remember to date your spouse long after you’re married”? Seems like solid advice, and so I am going to take it a step further. Make sure you’re staying connected to you love specifically during the engagement process. Planning a wedding is already an emotional & fairly challenging venture these days.

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What do you do right after you get engaged? The 5 Tips for an Easy Start to Wedding Planning!

In the Details Wedding Planning

You've just gotten engaged! Congrats! We're sure you're filled with excitement and, to be honest, apprehension about what comes next. To help you put your worries aside and focus on the positive, we've broken down the first five steps to take after your dream engagement! 1. Celebrate!! This may seem obvious, but an engagement party is one of the most exciting and fun aspects of your engagement!

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Wedding Dress Codes Explained

LLG Events

So you’ve been invited to celebrate someone’s special event… but the invitation says white tie, and you don’t know what to wear! It’s very important as a guest to be polite, and that includes wearing what the hosts request! If you can’t seem to crack these dress codes on your own, LLG has got you covered with a simple guide on what to wear for any occasion.

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How to Find Your Wedding Style

Availed

Wondering what your wedding style is and how to define it? We can help! As wedding planners and designers, we believe your wedding style is just as important as your budget. Your wedding style is what you and your partner want your event to look like and how you want your guests to feel. Whether you call it a style, a theme, or an aesthetic, you should be able to choose two to three words that describe the overall vibe of your wedding day vision.