2023

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All Weddings Deserve A Certified Wedding Planner

Certified Wedding Planner Society

While celebrity weddings often grab headlines and get major media coverage, the weddings of everyday people are just as meaningful and important. When two people commit to spending their lives together, it's a major life event no matter who they are. The wedding day symbolizes the start of a new chapter, and the excitement and joy of two people in love is universal.

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Culinary Finance 101: Food Costs for Restaurant Owners

Planning Pod

Many restaurant owners today are struggling to avoid rising food costs eating into profits and hindering their overall growth. At Planning Pod, we’ve noticed an uptick in business owners asking for tips on lowering food costs while maximizing profits. Previous to writing for our blog, I worked with hundreds of restaurant owners to stay on top of their budgets and reduce food costs while increasing restaurant profits on our Customer Success Team.

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Don't Forget This If You Have An Outdoor Venue

Busy Bee's Events

Tents and Plan B for Outdoor Ceremony Man oh man this is such a hot topic here in sunny Florida, or maybe it might hurricane south Florida. I would say of all of the small details wedding planners have to work with in our career, making the weather call is probably the most stressful and dreaded part of our job. There is TRULY no way to foretell what the weather will actually be on a wedding day.

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A Jewish Wedding in Florence: An Elegante Extravaganza

Elegante by Michelle J

On a beautiful Italian summer’s day earlier this year, nine members of Team Elegante sit at a small, rustic restaurant in the quiet town of Fiesole. They tuck into heaped plates of homemade pasta and the street echoes with their laughter and shared stories. Walking by, you could be forgiven for thinking they were a tourist group venturing out of Florence for the day, perhaps visiting the 15th century Villa di Maiano with its blooming gardens and panoramic view of the city.

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7 Outdoor Wedding Decor Ideas You’ll Love For Your Destination Wedding in 2023

Love at First Travel

Today’s post full of outdoor wedding decor ideas is brought to you by our friends at CV Linens! Thinking of decorating ideas for an outdoor wedding can be a challenge since there can be a lot of ways to decorate an outdoor space. Usually done in a garden setting, backyard, or by the beach, newlyweds-to-be […] The post 7 Outdoor Wedding Decor Ideas You’ll Love For Your Destination Wedding in 2023 appeared first on Showit Blog.

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A Destination Wedding at High Hampton Inn

Rebecca Rose Events

Any great destination wedding weekend should build like a crescendo, with each subsequent event besting the one that preceded it, and the festivities ending on a high note, leaving guests wishing for more. When the dance floor is still packed and the guests are begging the band for an encore at the end, we know we’ve got a home run of a party on our hands.

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Iconic NYC Wedding at Wythe Hotel

Simply Breathe Events

With a simple train ride up, we never turn down a chance to plan epic weddings in NYC. And spread the word! As you’ll see below, SBE weddings are always a GOOD time. Breanna and Jamal’s wedding at Wythe Hotel in NYC was not only stunning from every angle, but we can’t help but glow a little looking back on the photos and seeing how much everyone truly enjoyed themselves.

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Where Wedding Stress Comes From + When You Should Hire a Planner

Sweet Gardenia Weddings

Do you ever wonder why you are so stressed about planning your wedding? Well, there could be many different reasons. Sometimes, part of it is because you’re hosting X amount of people, under one roof, giving directions, managing RSVPS, and it will be the first dinner party (so to say) as One. Friggin yikes, right? Research is a big part of the planning!

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Trends in Event Planning: What's Hot and What's Not

Souvenir Weddings & Events

Introduction: Event planning is an ever-evolving industry, with new trends and ideas constantly shaping the way events are organized and experienced. Staying up-to-date with the latest trends is crucial for event planners to create memorable and engaging experiences for attendees. In this blog post, we will explore the hottest trends in event planning, as well as some outdated practices that are no longer as effective.

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2024 Wedding Trends and Inspiration That’ll Be Huge This Season

Green Wedding Shoes

photo by Matt Godkin | dresses from L’eto Bridal What’s next in weddings?? OMG, we cannot wait to show you. photo by 39 North Productions | couple: Dani Dazey and Phillip Butler Wedding-gown-wise we’re seeing lots of brides step away from a traditional all-white look and go for pink wedding dresses and black wedding dresses, but it absolutely does not stop there.

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Master Certified Wedding Planner Feature: Claudia Blackstone

Certified Wedding Planner Society

Claudia Blackstone Master Certified Wedding & Event Planner Black Diamond Weddings and Events LLC Colorado I have no words to describe the joy it brings me to hold the title of Master Certified Wedding Planner. Making a difference in someone's life and serving genuinely is what I value most. Being a Master Certified Wedding Planner is more than the education, it's about the people I serve.

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Planning Pod’s Catering Package Technology Gives Users New Levels of Customization

Planning Pod

If you know the Planning Pod team, you know that we build our catering management tools based on what actual catering companies tell us about their operations. When we released our food and beverage tools a couple years ago, those updates were carefully crafted through the process of interviewing real catering industry professionals who roll up their sleeves on the daily to serve people – and our latest launch is no exception.

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12 Tips to Finding Your Perfect Dress

Busy Bee's Events

When Should You Start Looking? Based on my experience, the search for the wedding dress begins right after booking the venue BUT if there is hesitation in purchasing right away then I would recommend looking AND purchasing the wedding dress at least EIGHT to TEN months before the wedding date. A rundown of things to know when searching for a wedding dress. 1.

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Kosher Vs Non-Kosher Destination Weddings: A Guide

Elegante by Michelle J

One of the most important aspects of my wedding planning approach is helping you have the Jewish wedding you want, whilst balancing your wishes with all the religious and familial requirements and traditions that are important to you. I work with Jewish couples across the whole spectrum from Jew-ish to Orthodox, and one of the conversations we regularly have at the beginning of the planning process is around kosher catering and destination weddings.

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Make It Easy for Your Guests to RSVP Yes To Your Destination Wedding!

Love at First Travel

When it comes to Wedding Planning (Destination Wedding or not), it can seem almost impossible to make everyone happy. Certainly when I chose to have a destination wedding, there were people who would have preferred that I didn’t. When I was considering having a local wedding, there were people who were also unhappy that I […] The post Make It Easy for Your Guests to RSVP Yes To Your Destination Wedding!

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A Garden Party-Style Wedding at The Mayflower Inn

Rebecca Rose Events

It’s hard to believe the one year anniversary for Hayley and Jack already came and went this past August! Last summer, we had the distinct joy of celebrating these two against the charming backdrop of Auberge Resorts Collection’s Mayflower Inn & Spa in Washington, Connecticut. Enjoy a look at this sunny late summer day, courtesy of our dear friend and photographer, Lance Nicoll.

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Wedding Planning Details You Don’t Want to Forget

The Road to Marriage

Weddings are one of the most memorable moments in a person’s life. However, with so much to plan and coordinate, it’s easy to forget some of the most important details. What is meant to be meaningful can quickly become stressful when you forget the small but essential information. In this blog, we’ll go through a list of wedding details that are often overlooked but should not be forgotten – especially if you want your celebration to go off without a hitch.

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Gorgeous Wedding at Capital One Hall in Virginia

Simply Breathe Events

You can NEVER have too many florals, right? We are so glad that Sadie and Wayne agreed! Today, we are sharing the GORGEOUS bright, and moody design we created for their wedding at Capital One Hall in Virginia. And we have to be honest – coming into the new year we have seen a shift in color palette that we are HERE for! While for the last few years, white monochromatic designs and neutrals have been the norm, more couples are seeking vibrant hues for their 2023 wedding!

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Advice: How to Deal With Wedding Guilt - San Antonio Wedding Planner

Sweet Gardenia Weddings

I was in the line at a Starbucks one morning and the lady at the window took that time to strike up a convo with me as she beeped my phone and handed me some napkins. She asked me, "What are you up to today? Doing anything fun?" It was a fun day, so I told her, "Yes actually I'm a wedding planner and we're tasting wedding food today." Her mouth dropped and she handed me my grande-brown-sugar-oatmilk-shaken-expresso as she told me, "That sounds like fun!

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What does an event planner do?

Souvenir Weddings & Events

An event planner, also known as an event coordinator, is a professional who specializes in organizing and executing events, such as weddings, corporate events, conferences, trade shows, and more. Event planners are responsible for handling every aspect of an event, from planning and coordination to execution and post-event follow-up. In this blog post, we'll explore the role of an event planner in more detail and provide insight into what they do. 1.

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How To Choose the Best Event Management Software for Your Company

Eventtia

Even with the best team, organization and expertise, an event strategy can’t succeed completely without the right event management software. Whether setting up a pop-up store or planning a large-scale product launch, the right event platform facilitates all planning operations, enhances attendees’ experience, and provides invaluable data and actionable insights.

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Master Certified Wedding Planner Feature:Nikki M. Rodgers

Certified Wedding Planner Society

Nikki M. Rodgers Master Certified Wedding & Event Planner The Serendipity Collective, LLC Illinois It is a true honor to hold the title of Master Certified Wedding Planner with the Certified Wedding Planner Society. It allows me to bring the very best to my clients and to the industry. The partnerships, technology, ability to continue learning, and growing through constant education opportunities and hands on experience is something I am grateful for.

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8 Influencers Every Event Pro Should Be Following on Social Media

Planning Pod

#Eventprofs – get your Instagram stories ready, because you’re about to see some seriously share-worthy content! Whether you’re looking to amp up your organic social media strategy, gain inspiration for your next event, or just stay ahead of the curve on industry news, these 8 accounts are worth following and engaging with across social networks.

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Lighting, Draping & Dancefloor Wraps, Oh My!

Busy Bee's Events

Yes these are “expensive” additions to the wedding and no they’re not necessarily a “necessity” but they are very trendy. It’s all about wants versus needs and if the vendor is seeming too good to be true then they most probably are so don’t waste the money. “Too good to be true” meaning they’re quoting a quarter of the price compared to other vendors and they have less than 10 reviews online.

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How to Plan a Wedding in 6 Weeks – Elegante Piccolo

Elegante by Michelle J

Elegante ‘Piccolo’ is my signature lighter wedding planning service, small and dainty by name but not by nature. Just ask Jonathan and Katie, whose wedding I planned in a month and a half in the autumn. This way of working with me is perfect if you have got part-way through the planning but need some expert help to bring everything together. Jonathan and Katie opted for this service plus some additional planning support after deciding to have the Jewish wedding celebration they were denied throu

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How I Became a Destination Wedding Planner (+ How to Become a Destination Wedding Planner in 2023)

Love at First Travel

How to become a destination wedding planner: That’s a good question! Today, I’m sharing how I personally became a destination wedding planner, but I also included things to consider if you are thinking this might be the dream job. It really is a dream job by the way. It is also one of the most […] The post How I Became a Destination Wedding Planner (+ How to Become a Destination Wedding Planner in 2023) appeared first on Showit Blog.

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When in Rome… a Destination Wedding in Italy

Rebecca Rose Events

When our clients wish to jet off to Europe for an intimate wedding celebration in Italy with 30-40 guests, we know we’re in for the very best kind of challenge. It’s a difficult task to plan, design, and produce an international destination wedding… especially with a short turnaround. But that’s just the kind of challenge we embraced wholeheartedly when we started planning Devin and Avery’s celebration, less than six months before the wedding day!

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Leave Your Guests Wanting More: How to Create the Perfect Wedding Weekend

The Road to Marriage

Just imagine your perfect wedding day: Sipping bubbly while getting ready with your closest friends. Saying “I do” to the love of your life. And partying with your people on the dance floor to the sounds of an” enthusiastic band. Sounds sublime, right?! As a wedding planner, I strive to help you create a celebration that brings you all of the joy – and then some.

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Everything You Need To Add To Your Destination Wedding Packing List in 2023

Simply Breathe Events

Ahhhh, destination weddings. Our personal favorite around here! As a team of DC and NYC wedding planners, Simply Breathe Events has had the luxury of planning destination weddings from Puerto Vallarta to Rhode Island and beyond. No matter where your love takes you, we are here to help! Today, we are sharing a list of EVERYTHING you need to add to your destination wedding packing list in 2023, and a few helpful destination wedding packing tips!

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How to Choose a Wedding Florist

Sweet Gardenia Weddings

How do you choose a florist for your wedding? There are so many to choose from!! It's helpful to know what types of florists are out there and what kind that you'll need for your wedding. There are different kinds of florists in your area. With all types of specialties, styles, and budget accommodations. Sometimes they are a mix or only one kind of these categories: Event Florists Event florists are those that only work on special events.

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Getting Married In Switzerland: A Complete Guide

Souvenir Weddings & Events

Congratulations on taking the next big step in your life - getting married! If you're considering Switzerland as your wedding destination, you're in for a treat. Switzerland is a beautiful country known for its stunning landscapes, world-class hospitality, and rich culture. However, planning a wedding in a foreign country can be overwhelming, especially if you don't know where to start.