With countless details to consider and tasks to accomplish, having a reliable wedding planner book by your side is invaluable. A wedding planner book serves as your trusted ally, keeping you organized, focused, and on track throughout the wedding planning process. In this blog post, we're excited to present a carefully curated selection of the best wedding planner books for 2023. Whether you're embarking on the exciting journey of planning your special day or someone searching for a thoughtful engagement gift, these invaluable companions will become your go-to resource. From comprehensive checklists to budgeting tools, vendor tracking, and inspirational ideas, these wedding planner books offer a wealth of guidance and…
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How to plan a more sustainable wedding
Planning a wedding is a beautiful, exciting experience, but it can also have a significant impact on the environment. Luckily, there are sustainable wedding options that can help reduce the ecological footprint of your wedding without compromising on style or elegance. Vintage Engagement Rings Engagement rings are an important part of any wedding, but it’s also important to choose rings that align with your values and beliefs. Have you considered purchasing a vintage or pre-owned engagement ring? Not only is it a sustainable choice, but it’s also a unique and meaningful piece of jewelry that tells a story. Vintage rings have intricate designs and timeless beauty that can’t be found…
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Wedding Cake Alternatives: Delicious Treats for Your Big Day
When it comes to weddings, the cake is a staple of the reception. But what if you and your partner aren’t a fan of cake? Or maybe you’re just looking for something a little different or more cost effective? Fear not, because there are plenty of wedding cake alternatives out there that will have your guests drooling. Here are some of our top alternatives to wedding cake. 1. The Dirty Cookie If you’re a fan of cookies (and let’s be real, who isn’t?), The Dirty Cookie is the perfect alternative to a traditional wedding cake. Their “cookie shots” are made of delicious cookies that are baked into the shape of…
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What is event management software, and how can it help with your wedding planning?
Event management software is a suite of tools and applications designed to help individuals and organizations plan, execute, and manage events. This type of software can include features such as event registration, ticketing, email marketing, project management, scheduling, and reporting. The main purpose of event management software is to simplify and automate the planning and execution of events. Specifically for wedding planners, the most useful features are often online invitations, seating chart makers, online RSVP functionality, and more tools to simplify wedding planning and communication with guests and vendors alike. Instead of the old days of Excel spreadsheets or legal pads, you can coordinate all aspects of your wedding from…
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10 Ways to Design Your Dream Wedding!
“I do”….and here come the happy tears! Weddings are truly a fairytale come true. From the vows to the after-party, every moment is nothing short of magical. But like any other happily, ever after, there are bound to be highs and lows. To make the highs a little higher, we have concocted the perfect list to make our wedding the best day ever! Vision Board Planning for a wedding can be overwhelming and honestly, exhausting. Vision boards are a great way to make the process easier and more fun! Create a mood board and envision your dream day from start to finish. Include inspiration for the color palette, theme, swatches…
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Everything You Need on Your Wedding Guest Packing List
Whether the wedding is a destination or local, packing for one can be stressful. You want to make sure you have everything you need to look and feel your best when attending a wedding. Plus, coming prepared will help you to be the best wedding guest you can be! It can be easy to forget the little things, so we put together a comprehensive list of what you might need to pack for the special occasion. But before we dive into the packing list, let’s first go over some important considerations to keep in mind. Wedding Guest Packing List Considerations Here is our handy checklist of all the things you…
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Wedding Catering on a Budget
Unless you decide on a ceremony-only wedding, or you are planning to have a micro-wedding with just 10-15 people included, you will have to really spend a big portion of your wedding budget on food. After all, a wedding is a celebration; and celebrations almost always mean having to serve delicious meals to your guests. This also means having to allot a significant amount of food on the catering budget. You can have a great wedding reception with delicious food that doesn’t break the bank. You just need to plan ahead and know what you’re doing. In this article, we will share some ways to cut back on your catering…
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Unique Something Blue Wedding Ideas
The saying goes that, “Something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue.” These somethings are said to bring good luck to the bride during her wedding, and this is a tradition that has been carried on for many years. The tradition of wearing something blue on your wedding day dates all the way back to the time of ancient Rome, when brides wore a single blue stone called an aquamarine. The color blue symbolizes devotion and fidelity, which makes it a perfect choice if you’re getting married. It’s also considered lucky in many cultures. If you like the idea of incorporating this tradition into your big day, this post…
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How far in advance do you send bridal shower invitations?
Planning a bridal shower can be a fun and exciting process. If it’s your first time planning, however, you may have a lot of questions. Such as when to throw the shower, and when to send out invitations. Since we’ve already covered when to host the bridal shower, today we are talking about when to send out invitations. It’s important to make sure that you allow enough time for guests to receive and RSVP. So, how far in advance do you send bridal shower invitations? As a general rule of thumb, bridal shower invitations are typically sent out between 4 to 6 weeks in advance. This gives guests time to…
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Gifts For The Mom Who Doesn’t Want Anything
The 2022 holiday season is upon us! If you got married this year (congrats!), you might have an even longer list of people to shop for. Moms tend to have a habit of claiming “I don’t want anything” for every gifting opportunity. Yet, you of course want to buy the perfect gift! Don’t fret, whether it is your mom or your mother-in-law, we’ve put together a list of Christmas gift ideas, perfect for the mom who doesn’t want anything (or seems to already have everything!). Cozy Slippers You can’t go wrong with gifting slippers. We love this pair from Bombas, made from a fuzzy sherpa material! What makes them the…
