Embarking on the journey of wedding planning is both thrilling and daunting, and one of the first hurdles to tackle is setting a budget.
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With so many possibilities for an amazing wedding experience, décor is the route to take to elevate your wedding from awesome to absolutely extraordinary. Today Siblana Event Décor is sharing the top 2024 trends in wedding décor.
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Oh no! Your wedding day is approaching and the forecast is rain! You’d hoped to do your photos outdoors, but all is not lost. There are some popular Chicago locations that are great back-ups in case of rain.
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Since wedding dresses can take up to a year to make, it's often one of the first big purchases you'll make. With all the timeline pressures and endless gowns to choose from, how does a bride set and shop within their wedding dress budget?
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When couples are planning their photography with me, I strongly encourage them to consider having an unplugged ceremony. This simply means that guests are encouraged to refrain from using their phones and cameras during the ceremony.
Read about WHY and HOW you can ask your guests to participate in an unplugged ceremony for your wedding.
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The fact is, even though you’re planning a tiny wedding, it’s not going to just “come together” magically. There are still decisions to be made and things to do, so you need to be prepared that a tiny wedding still takes some time and effort to plan….
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So you’re planning to elope or have a tiny wedding? Here are a few tips to help ease your family and friends into your tiny wedding plans.
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The Do’s and Don’ts for the best way to maximize your floral budget from the Director of Design at Urban Allure Events! With over ten years of experience in the wedding and event industry, Michelle shares her advice for staying on budget in a time when wedding costs are at an all time high.
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Backyard weddings are so charming and personal -- they're a favorite for their intimacy and personality.
But summery backyard weddings can also pose some challenges when trying to get the best, beautifully lit photos. Here are some important things to keep in mind if you're planning on getting married in a backyard. Your photographer will thank you!
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What do you think of when you think about ice cream cakes? Did you know that ice cream cakes can also be gourmet, elegant showstoppers? That’s where Bartleby’s ice cream wedding cakes come in!
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Our friends at Hitched have put together your go-to guide to help you find the perfect wedding band to pair with your engagement ring. This is definitely a post to read before going wedding band shopping!
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Getting married at Chicago’s City Hall? Make your day memorable and special with these great ideas by Lisa Kathan Photography.
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In this article DJ Persist breaks down four of the most common reception traditions at Latino weddings. This is definitely an article for save as you are planning your wedding!
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There’s nothing quite as wonderful as a winter wedding! From the picturesque snow scenes, to the greenery, to the gown fit for a winter queen…2023 and 2024 winter brides; we can already feel the magic.
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How much should DJ entertainment cost? The DJ Firm’s Eric Sampson (Jem) breaks down the average cost for DJ Entertainment in the Chicagoland area.
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With so many bridal shops, wedding gown designers, and styles to choose from…starting to shop for a wedding dress can be overwhelming. Grace + Ivory shares 8 things that every bride should know about shopping for their wedding gown.
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The trick to looking your best isn’t about having the most expensive couture dress or fanciest bespoke suit and shoes, it’s about finding a style that makes you feel the most you.
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One of the most common lingering questions wedding planners get from couples is what to tip their vendors and which vendors do they tip. Wonder no more, because I’ll cover it all in this post! So, save it, bookmark it or screenshot it to save for later.
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