by Lori | Jul 26, 2019 | Backdrops, Brides, Centerpieces, Ceremony, China, Dayton Weddings, Decor, Decorations, Dress, Engaged couples, Flowers, Gown, Grooms, Linens, Photographers, Photography, Photos, Planning a Wedding, Reception, Rentals, Style, Traditions, Trends, Venue, Vintage, Wedding, Wedding Gown, Wedding photography, Wedding Planning, Wedding Planning Tips, Weddng Traditions
I recently had the honor of designing and planning a styled photo shoot that took place at The Brightside Music & Event Venue in Downtown Dayton, Ohio. Here’s the story behind this Industrial Meets Victorian Charm shoot. The Victorian Era Dinner Party The...
by Lori | Jan 11, 2019 | Bridal Party, Bridal Show, Brides, Bridesmaids, Ceremony, Cost of a Wedding, Engaged couples, Gay Wedding, Grooms, Groomsmen, Planning a Wedding, Trends, Wedding, Wedding Planning, Wedding Planning Tips, Wedding show
It’s hard to believe it’s mid-January already. I think I’m still recovering from the holidays! But, we are also in the midst of “engagement season” and bridal show season is gearing up! There are many shows happening in both Dayton and Cincinnati, Ohio (and beyond),...
by Lori | Dec 3, 2018 | Bridal Party, Brides, Bridesmaids, Ceremony, Dress, Engaged couples, Flowers, Gown, Grooms, Groomsmen, Planning a Wedding, Traditions, Trends, Wedding, Wedding Gown, Wedding Party, Wedding Planning, Wedding Planning Tips, Weddng Traditions
Weddings and traditions go hand-in-hand. You’ve all heard of the bouquet toss, the garter toss, the bride wearing a white dress, and saving the top layer of the wedding cake. But just where did those age-old wedding traditions originate anyway? Here are 7 wedding...
by Lori | Nov 21, 2018 | Bridal Party, Brides, Bridesmaids, Ceremony, Dress, Engaged couples, Flowers, Gown, Grooms, Groomsmen, Planning a Wedding, Style, Traditions, Trends, Uncategorized, Wedding, Wedding Gown, Wedding Party, Wedding Planning, Weddng Traditions
Today’s weddings don’t always include the age-old traditions, and many couples may wonder where those traditions come from anyway. Let’s have some fun and look at 6 wedding traditions that shock engaged couples – and we’ll list some “normal” ones that you may still...
by Lori | Nov 8, 2018 | Brides, Ceremony, Decor, Decorations, DIY Wedding, Engaged couples, Grooms, Guest book, Planning a Wedding, Reception, Trends, Vintage, Wedding
Brides Magazine recently published an article discussing the latest unique wedding guest book ideas for today’s couples. After reading the article, I decided to share their insights with you and add a few ideas of my own. You can read the full article HERE....
by Lori | Oct 30, 2018 | Backdrops, Brides, Centerpieces, Ceremony, Decor, Decorations, DIY Wedding, Dress, Engaged couples, Flowers, Gay Wedding, Gown, Grooms, LGBQT, Linens, Photos, Planning a Wedding, Reception, Style, Trends, Venue, Wedding, Wedding Gown, Wedding photography, Wedding Planning
Simple, Yet Whimsical Wedding Photo Shoot As a new planner still building my clientele portfolio, I decided to work with a local venue this past summer on a photo shoot – also known in the wedding industry as a styled shoot – to be able to show you some of my design...
by Lori | Jun 4, 2018 | Backdrops, Brides, Centerpieces, Ceremony, Decor, Decorations, Engaged couples, Grooms, Groomsmen, Linens, Planning a Wedding, Reception, Rentals, Style, Tents, Trends, Wedding, Wedding Planning, Wedding Planning Tips
Determining the colors or theme of your wedding can be one of the most enjoyable tasks in the long list of things that need to be done before the big day. These days, weddings can have simple centerpieces and minimal décor — or you can go over the top and be...
by Lori | Jan 6, 2018 | Bridal Party, Brides, Bridesmaids, Centerpieces, Decor, Decorations, DIY Wedding, Dress, Engaged couples, Flowers, Gown, Grooms, Groomsmen, Linens, Photography, Photos, Planning a Wedding, Rentals, Trends, Wedding, Wedding Party, Wedding photography
Does the DIY craze drive you crazy? Are you on a DIY budget but don’t have the time or ability to create your centerpieces and décor? If you are like most engaged couples, you want to have a remarkable wedding and wow your guests! But how? Don’t stress out just yet! I...
by Lori | May 9, 2017 | Brides, Ceremony, Decor, Decorations, Engaged couples, Grooms, Reception, Style, Trends, Wedding
Wedding season is in full swing and by now, brides and grooms have likely seen and read too many articles about current wedding trends for 2017 and 2018. Your minds are probably flooded with what’s in, what’s hot, and what’s out. And through it...
