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When it comes to allocating your wedding budget, there are about a million different ways to do it. Each client has different event goals, each venue requires different logistics, and each market is priced differently. As an experienced wedding planner planning weddings in Richmond, Charlottesville, Northern Virginia, DC, and Maryland, here are a few tips […]
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What You Need to Know About Hiring a Wedding Planner in the DMV or Charlottesville Wedding planning is time-consuming and time-sensitive work. Make sure you know what you are getting when you hire your professional. What is a Wedding Planner: A wedding planner is hired by the couple, they are not hired by […]
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This wedding was originally planned for June 2020 with more than 200 guests. Of course the plans changed with the pandemic and we were forced to make a few really tough decisions. The couple ultimately decided that the big party could wait, but that their marriage could not. Kristina and Ryan had been together for […]
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Inspiration: The inspiration for this shoot was pulled from a variety of sources. The initial inspiration was one of my all time favorite venues in England, Anyhoe Park. They have a space, The Orangery, that is so whimsical and inspiring. The room is mostly neutrals. Shades of whites and creams with a bit […]
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Venue: When you grow up going to the Carpenter Theatre, now the Dominion Energy Center, with your mom and grandmother, it’s only natural you would host your bat mitzvah there. This family opted for a full theatre takeover to maximize the space for their guests and the many fun features we had planned. As guests […]
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Planning a large, multicultural wedding, during a pandemic is not for the faint of heart. Not to mention that in Virginia, the guidelines were changing by the day. We were restricted by guest count the whole time we were planning this wedding, however the allowances were changing frequently. We weren’t sure how many […]
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The Date Matters: Weddings take about 12-18 months to plan. If your soon to be fiancé has been dreaming of a spring wedding, time your proposal accordingly. Also, take into consideration other important dates. Decide if you want to “share” your special day with a holiday or birthday. Find out if there is […]
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This is one of the most common concerns I get as a marriage proposal planner. Where do I put the ring? The average ring box is two inches thick. When you are wearing nice clothes, and trying to keep the proposal a surprise, this is tough to conceal. The option most people go with is […]
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I have been planning weddings for some time now. I have heard A BUNCH of proposal stories. Some have been amazing, and so sweet. Others could have used some guidance and a better plan of execution. This is the beginning of your lives together. This is the first step of your future as a married […]
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Inspiration for the Editorial: It is no secret that the South East boasts hospitality, southern charm, and some seriously great food. It is also no secret that New York City is famous for the fashion, architecture, art, and it’s incredible cultural mix and social scene. So what happens when a girl from the south, falls […]
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