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How to Handle Save The Dates and Invitations for 2021 Weddings That May Be Affected by COVID. While so many couples had to deal with the uncertainty of how COVID would effect their weddings in 2020 the disappointing news for couples planning a wedding (or postponed to) 2021 is that COVID is still affecting the […]
Monterey Peninsula may be famous for its natural beauty and world class golfing, but it also happens to be home to many incredible wedding venues. This combination makes weddings in the Monterey area truly unique and special. One of the many wonderful things about planning a wedding in Monterey, Carmel and Pebble Beach is there […]
Engagement season is just around the corner, and if you are one of the lucky people planning to propose to the love of your life then I have some tips for your success! These tips are designed to help you pull off the most memorable surprise proposal ever! Obviously, the proposal is the first pivotal […]
Unpopular opinions from a seasoned wedding planner You haven’t planned a wedding before. Chances are you probably haven’t planned any big parties before where there were a lot of emotions, opinions, and investments of large chucks of money. For many couples the expense of a wedding is the first time they have ever spent a […]
Yes, the future is uncertain. But it’s okay to still want to plan your wedding! If you’re newly engaged and feeling a deep sense of disappointment or despair due to the COVID-19 pandemic, I want you to know that you are certainly not alone and I understand. Like everyone in the event industry since the […]
A classic rustic elegance wedding in the fall at Holman Ranch in Carmel Valley This beautiful fall wedding took place in late October at the iconic Carmel Valley wedding venue Holman Ranch. Holman Ranch sits high above the beautiful Carmel Valley featuring beautiful views of rolling hills, vineyards, and golden sunsets perfect for a sunset […]
A budget is fundamental to successfully planning a wedding, here are some tips to get a clear budget established and on the path to happily married! Hi there, it is time to continue with part two of our short blog series on planning a wedding by discussing everyone’s least favorite part of any event […]
7 Myths about Wedding Planning Okay I am going to say it – The entire wedding industry is surrounded by myths, half truths, and misconceptions. Yes, while planning a wedding you have a ton of important decisions to make and plenty of people offering unsolicited advice. But as a whole, the planning process and the […]
I absolutely love escort card displays, its a great opportunity to do something fun, memorable and a chance to really give guests a taste of your personality and interests. Escort cards are used to tell guests what tables they are sitting at. They can also double as place cards that have the guests’ meal choice […]
With the threat of COVID-19 present in everyone’s lives, there has understandably been a lot of talk about SMALL Weddings. While small weddings have always been popular, they have become more important than ever due to social distancing and restrictions on the size of public gatherings. If you are considering a smaller wedding celebration then […]
