One of the many questions I get during the planning process with couples is what traditional things do I HAVE to do during the ceremony and reception. My answer? Only what you want to do! In reality, you will want guests to feel like they are at YOUR wedding. Not one they attended last month, […]
With so many online options for researching and booking your own travel, what is the benefit of using a travel agent/advisor? I have seen many friends post on social media asking their connections “What is your favorite resort?”. While your Facebook friend may have loved XYZ resort you may not know why and that reason […]
It’s now November (how did that happen?) and cold outside so I thought I’d warm up with some beautiful fall weddings from over the years. Hope it warms you too! Fall in the mid-Atlantic is a great time of year to get married with reasonable temperatures and amazing colors. Make yourself a cup of hot […]
Referrals mean more to me than any other advertising because it shows that a friend or former client of mine has enough trust in me to do a good job for their friend. Today’s #TBTWedding for Laura and Joe is timely – they are about to celebrate their 1 year anniversary on the 26th! Laura’s […]
As a planner, I can work with you from the moment you say “I do!” through the honeymoon. I CAN plan and book your honeymoon (or vacation, re-tie the knot or family trip) at no cost to you. To celebrate #TBT today, I wanted to share a few honeymoon pictures from one of my […]
We’re staring a new series of #TBT posts today to highlight a randomly selected wedding we have planned and coordinated. Strolling back through the memories of each wedding we have been a part of is so much fun. Every couple we work with shows a unique style and personality in their weddings and I just […]
Have you been dreaming of a destination wedding? It can be as stress-free as this! Picture arriving at your resort with your close family and friends and enjoying a romantic wedding ceremony and reception in the beach or garden location of your choice. Then, either enjoy your honeymoon with your guests OR transfer to another […]
When you choose to hire a planner or day-of coordinator to assist with your wedding or event, there are a number of factors that help to make a successful relationship, which in turn makes a successful event. These tips apply to a majority of your vendors so here are a few things to keep in […]
Kristen and Ryan called me when good friends of theirs recommended that they have a coordinator for their wedding, namely me! Thanks, Dianna and Bjorn for the recommendation. Both living in DC, Ryan, a lawyer and Kristen, a health care advocate wanted an elegant garden wedding at the beautiful Meridian House. About 140 guests celebrated […]
Wedding Wire recently published a post about a number of ways to save money on your wedding. Along with their great suggestions, here are a few more: ~Do-It-Yourself (DIY) – while a few tasteful DIY projects can save you money and enhance your overall theme, be careful not to go overboard! Make your own programs […]