Certified Wedding Planner Society

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

The wedding industry is one that is largely made up of individuals who work by themselves, or may have a small team where they can serve as Lead Wedding Planners. As the business owner, you handle the day to day operations such as responding to inquiries, setting up and attending consultations, handling bookkeeping, sending out contracts, etc. The list of the responsibilities of an entrepreneur seems never ending.

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Elegante by Michelle J

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

If you spend any time on my website, blog or social media accounts you’ll find lots of dreamy destination wedding stories, expert wedding planning advice and insights into the values and approaches that are integral to Elegante by Michelle J as a business and brand. But behind all the decadent chuppahs, magnificent wedding ceremony backdrops and warm, nurtured relationships with couples is me, Michelle – a topic I don’t talk about much on a personal level!

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Destination Wedding Wedding Planner Social Media RSVP 130

Canvas Weddings

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

If you’ve spent any time around the northeast wedding scene, you’re probably familiar with my next guest. James Gop is the founder and head chef at Heirloom Fire , an open-fire catering company that is quite literally a feast for the eyes – cooking is done in full view of the guests over open fires, the chefs dress in vintage-inspired vests and hats and accessories, and the signature family style wedding dinner is presented on a 5’ long wood board delivered to each dining table.

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Green Wedding Shoes

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

photo by Kielle Laren Photography It’s 2024 so we have to ask: are you really engaged if it isn’t Instagram-official?! Now that you’ve got a ring on it, it’s time to book those engagement photo sessions, people! But before you do, there are a few things to know if you want a truly personalized experience and not a cookie-cutter one. photo: Meg Amorette Photography photo: Colagrossi & Co photo: Wild Whim Design + Photography photo: Jordan Voth photo: Jordan Voth photo:

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Engagement Wedding Shoes Photography IT 111

Event Marketer: B to C Events

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Your attendee travelers are eager to hit the road, but thanks in part to economic challenges like inflation, companies are cutting back on T&E. Those able to travel freely are combining remote work with longer leisure trips. Higher air fares are replacing the flight delay challenges of 2023. And amid it all, sustainability watchdogs are championing corporate policies that are focused on monitoring their organizations’ overall business travel emissions.

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Utilities Scheduling Transportation Celebrant 109

Iceland Wedding Planner

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Are you a lover of relaxing in natural hot springs? Like the kind that is a short walk, lovely views, and could spend all day at if you had a picnic and your favorite person? Oh la la well then we have the perfect offbeat spot for you! Join us today as we share with you all the need-to-know details on experiencing Englandshverir Hot Springs in Iceland Natural Hot Springs Near Reykjavik If you’re staying within the city limits or slightly outside of Reykjavik you may be curious about off

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Wedding Planner First Look Celebrant IT 105

Joy

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Organizing a bridal shower is a fun and rewarding experience. You get to plan a celebration for someone you care about dearly, and it’s a chance to be creative and thoughtful in the days leading up to the wedding. But planning a bridal shower can also be tricky at times. There are many moving parts and responsibilities, such as when to make arrangements and how to create a timeline.

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Event Marketer: B to C Events

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

“We had many conversations about what IP we were going to have and representation from across all the brands that didn’t feel like a trade show, but really like an experience. That was super important to be thoughtful about so the fans weren’t feeling like they were walking through a commercial.” –Stephen Kipp, EVP-Events and Brand Experiences, Paramount An in-depth look into the experiences and logistics of Paramount Mountain’s expansive footprint and virtual ride With so many brands competing

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Love Inc. Mag

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

The Presidential Suite at the Wyndam Grand Clearwater Beach hotel is a budget-friendly penthouse suite that is bach party-approved. It's easy to see why Clearwater Beach wears the badge for one of the top beaches in America. The super fine, soft, white sandy beaches give Caribbean more than Gulf Coast, and the year-round sunny, warm weather makes nearly every day a perfect beach day.

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Utilities IT Wedding 95

Peerspace

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Answered Event venues on Peerspace typically cost $50 — $350 per hour. See unique event venues Why Peerspace is a better option for booking a bridal shower venue What kinds of bridal shower venues can I book with Peerspace? How do I use Peerspace to book the perfect bridal shower venue? Book a historic luxury mansion in Las Vegas Get dolled up during an Atlanta luxury spa date Enjoy an exclusive VIP lounge in Chicago Find your zen in this Beverly Hills garden Feel like billionaires at this state

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Style Me Pretty

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”The Inspiration”] The vision for this event was to create an atmosphere that brought a sense of depth to a typically light, airy, and bright venue and aesthetic. We wanted something very dreamy and romantic, unlike anything we had seen before. Drapery was at the core of our vision, and how it would all come together after sunset would be the most important for us to capture.

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Event Marketer: B to C Events

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

FIVE THINGS TO KNOW THIS WEEK This week’s hot takes on hot topics in experiential marketing cover floating face serum, a smokin’ festival sponsorship and predictive palettes. THE CALI VIBES FESTIVAL WAS A TOTAL SMOKESHOW Music festivals and weed go hand in hand, but a cannabis brand has never served as a presenting sponsor of a major U.S. fest—until now, that is.

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Pinterest Social Media Installation Media 97

Green Wedding Shoes

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

When Avreeta + Mike first met in 2015, they had no idea that four years later they’d wind up in the wedding party together when their best friends got married to each other. Bridesmaid Avreeta + groomsman Mike walked away from that wedding with some serious butterflies. The two fell in love, and one wedding led to another! This beading! Avreeta found her shimmering gold and crystal embellished Indian bridal gown and dupatta at Mirage by SAMAR on a special shopping trip with her mom, maid of hono

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Maid of Honor Wedding Shoes Groomsman Bridesmaid 105

Peerspace

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Answered Event venues on Peerspace typically cost $50 — $350 per hour. See unique event venues Musicophiles, rejoice! While most of us play music at our parties, we don’t always get to throw an entire party dedicated to music. But that’s about to change! Keep reading for 12 unique music-themed party ideas that your guests will adore. Along with our music-themed party ideas ahead, we’ll also share music-party-perfect venues that you can rent on Peerspace.

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Hospitality Celebrant IT 98

Style Me Pretty

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”]Emerald Green, Mauve, Amber, Blush, Peach[/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]The overall design was to be a little wild and organic in style with rich colors. The bride wanted to focus on color vs white, and to create something that was unique in texture and shape.

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Event Marketer: B to C Events

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

“As the go-to ticket provider for the NBA, our goal of activating at Crossover is to drive awareness that Ticketmaster is the trusted marketplace for secure and verified NBA tickets. And we’re hoping that this experience, this arcade will give fans the opportunity to engage with the sport that they love and also make lasting memories.” –Sonika Patel, SVP-Marketing, Ticketmaster Ticketmaster’s retro arcade activation at NBA All-Star Weekend in Indianapolis offered basketball fans a chance t

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IT Engagement Celebrant 91

Green Wedding Shoes

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

photo: Katie Harmsworth So you’re planning a courthouse wedding , and you need a courthouse wedding dress that matches the vibes. Luckily for you, we’ve found some of the most photo-worthy outfits for a courthouse or city hall ceremony — from modern mini dresses to gorgeous white gowns! white courthouse wedding dress: Watters photography + concept: Wolf Shoots Weddings | courthouse wedding dress: Edmondson Bridal Couture chic courthouse wedding outfit: Sachin & Babi heels: Loeffl

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Wedding Dress Wedding Shoes Photography Ceremony 105

Peerspace

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Answered Event venues on Peerspace typically cost $50 — $350 per hour. See unique event venues Commitment ceremonies are a beautiful way to show your commitment to your partner without dealing with the paperwork headache of a legally binding marriage. Ahead, we share our top 12 commitment ceremony ideas for a perfect day of sharing your love with your significant other.

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Ceremony Wedding Gifts Private Events Celebrant 97

Style Me Pretty

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”] White, orange, yellow, pale pink, and peach fuzz. [/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”] Erica and Dustin, always in love with Italy and often choose as a destination for their holidays, had the dream of getting married in Ischia, a green island and an ideal place to live a real Italian experience.

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One Fab Day

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Built in 1822, Kilshane House sits on 320 acres of private parkland in the heart of Co. Tipperary, Ireland making it the ideal wedding venue.

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Wedding Venue Wedding IT 93

Event Marketer: B to C Events

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

“I am and have always been a very firm believer in the power of experiential marketing and being able to really connect your brand with a consumer in a way that’s very meaningful to them.” –Molly Spychalski, Head of Brand Partnership Marketing, Uber A secret second room was hidden behind an installation of freezers and refrigerators. At the Super Bowl LVIII Experience, football fans had the chance to test their athletic skills, peruse memorabilia and meet NFL superstars.

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IT Installation Bouquet Engagement 84

Offbeat Wed

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

We’ve all heard of couples eloping to a tropical island… but how about an outdoor winter elopement to a frozen lake? Chia Yen and Kuo-Chieh welcomed the adventure (proposed by our friends at Broadly Entertaining) - despite never having seen snow before! Let's see this wintery wonderland through their eyes.

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Wedding Ceremony 77

Style Me Pretty

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”The Inspiration”] Primavera in Italian translates to Spring. We aimed to capture the delicate textures of the first spring blooms in everything we gathered for this day from the hand-stitched fabric petals on the menus, and the floral printed ceremony dress, to the details on the table, sun-drenched window sill, and stairway at cocktail hour.

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Bouquet Installation Bride Wedding Gown 90

One Fab Day

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Having a mixed gender wedding party? Read our post on how to style your best woman, groomsmaid, groomswoman, bridesman or man of honour!

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Event Marketer: B to C Events

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

No matter how long you’ve been in the events biz, the industry’s ever-evolving nature means there’s always fresh territory to explore. To help get the juices flowing for 2024, we analyzed 10 hot properties that offer prime sponsorship opportunities, and in some cases, new audiences worth tapping into. From BroccoliCon to the Banana Ball World Tour, here’s what we found.

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Weddings From The Heart

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Planning the perfect wedding involves numerous decisions, and one of the most crucial is determining the start time of the ceremony. The wedding start time sets the tone for the entire day, impacting everything from the reception schedule to guest attendance and even the overall ambiance of the event.

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Style Me Pretty

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”] The wedding colors featured creams, pearled ivory, peach blush, cameo rose, sheepskin, green olive, and garden green. [/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”] As Hanna & Matt’s planner, I knew hosting a wedding in Napa would feature their overall romantic yet modern aesthetic.

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Rehearsal Dinner Bridesmaid Bridesmaids Wedding Cake 90

One Fab Day

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Planning a wedding dress shopping trip? Here are the best bridal boutiques and wedding dress shops in London to makes things easy!

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Wedding Dress Boutique Wedding Wedding Engagement 97

Love Inc. Mag

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

The Presidential Suite at the Wyndam Grand Clearwater Beach hotel is a budget-friendly penthouse suite that is bach party-approved. It's easy to see why Clearwater Beach wears the badge for one of the top beaches in America. The super fine, soft, white sandy beaches give Caribbean more than Gulf Coast, and the year-round sunny, warm weather makes nearly every day a perfect beach day.

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Utilities IT Wedding 62

Green Wedding Shoes

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

“Russell and I have a pretty eclectic style,” says bride Taylor, “so we really just started off by going with things we like before having a clear vision in mind.” See the rest of this post → The post An Eclectic + Elegant Celestial Wedding in an Oregon Forest appeared first on Green Wedding Shoes.

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Wedding Shoes Bride Wedding 59

Style Me Pretty

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

You’ve got your first bridal appointment scheduled, your gown inspiration board curated, now all that’s left is to decide just how much you are willing to spend on your gown. It may seem like a simple question, you may have already set aside a specific amount when you were determining your wedding budget, or a friend or relative may be gifting you the gown and determined the budget for you.

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