Donnie Brown
We all know the value of a dollar and everyone likes to get more bang for their buck. As wedding planners, part of our job is to advise you on where you can reduce costs and maximize your dollar. And that’s what we’re going to do today… Here are some of the tips we tell […]
We all have those people we grew up with, went to school with and those we became adults with in college. Clearly we would love for them all to come to our weddings. What fun would it be to have them present to celebrate the beginning of our marriage. But, the truth is, we simply […]
This week’s blog is straight out of my book! It is about ten commonly overlooked wedding costs and helpful tips when creating your budget. If you have a wedding planner though, they can often remind you of these hidden costs so you’re not caught being surprised at the end. 1. Service charge and gratuity for catering […]
Wedding season is here! Have you seen my latest wedding trends editorial featured in the Brides of North Texas magazine? If you haven’t, check it out! Comment below and tell us what your favorite upcoming trend is for this season or which one you want to incorporate into your special day! My personal favorite is […]
Did you know a bride stands on her father’s left walking down the aisle because his right arm would be free to draw his sword to protect or defend the bride if necessary? Occasionally, we forget why we do certain things and get in the habit of saying, “It’s always been done this way” or […]
The day has finally arrived. You have your first appointment to try on a wedding gown for the first time ever. It is sure to be a momentous occasion. The most important decision is of course which gown to select. But second and almost as crucial is who you take along for the fitting. […]
Because infographics are fun to read, here’s an infographic all about marriage and divorce statistics! Hope you enjoy! Some interesting highlights: Almost half of marriages end in divorce…it’s really sad! Southern & Western states tend to get married more times than Northern & Midwestern states. Women are more likely to get married than men, and […]
So you just got engaged. Or your best friend just got engaged. In preparation for the big day, one big event to look forward to is the bridal shower. Some couples even have an engagement shower before the bridal shower. While the engagement shower is geared towards the couple, the bridal shower spotlights on the […]
Ever wondered how to wish someone Happy Holidays in another country/culture? Then today is your lucky day! We have compiled a list of some different countries/cultures that differ from the American Christmas. Now you can reach out to your international friends and impress them with this new-found knowledge! Pozdrevlyayu s prazdnikom Rozhdestva is Novim Godom! […]
To the world, the ‘B’ word has an exclusive definition that I dare not repeat. However, in the world of weddings and events the ‘B’ word is still one that is difficult to cough up but, one that is core to accomplishing a clients vision. The first matter to address when meeting a new and […]