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alternative guest book ideas

A guest book is a great way for family and friends to share best wishes with you and congratulate you on your special day.  Usually filled with quotes of wisdom, loving words, and fun stories about, having a guest book is a great way to remember those who shared the...

detail your hair

I love that brides are opting to ditch the traditional veil, and are choosing alternate pieces that reflect their style. You can still look chic and stylish and still look like a bride without the bulk of a veil. Opt for a decorative hair accessory that compliments...

welcome::brittany johnson, event planner

There have been so many changes going on around here lately, and I am so excited to be able to officially announce some of them this week! First up is a team addition that we are absolutely thrilled about! Brittany Johnson first joined us as an event assistant in the...

don’t run out on roses

Think a rose bouquet is an overused cliche? Absolutely not! Classic red or white roses are always a hit, but if you want something that stands out, try spicing up your basic rose bouquet by choosing vibrant colors, mixing varying styles (like beautiful garden roses...

find your something blue on etsy

If you’re in the market for your “something blue” for you or your bridesmaids, then there is no better place to find fun, unique, and handmade pieces than at the stores of etsy. Yes, I’m a huge etsy fan, I’ll admit it!  The thing I love...

will you say goodbye to the infamous white dress?

Who says you need to wear white on your wedding day? Some brides are saying no to the traditional white wedding gown and are saying yes to bold and unique color! Dresses come in all different styles and all different colors, so if you’d like to step outside the...

press::michiana brides magazine

I was so pleasantly surprised today to find that two of our 2009 couples were featured in Michiana Brides Magazine…August bride & groom Kellie+Kevin were featured on the cover (lovely photo by JM Studios) and July bride & groom Jessica+Bryan graced an...

press::herald palladium spring brides special

We had a lot of fun contributing to “Planning the Perfect Reception,” an article featured in today’s special ‘Spring Brides’ section of the Herald Palladium, here in Southwest Michigan, and we also have 2 lovely couples featured in the...

shore bride online

Shore Bride Magazine is one of my favorite regional wedding magazines, so I was absolutely thrilled when they asked me to write a monthly piece for their new website, ShoreBrideOnline.com! You can check out my first article today! Shore Bride Magazine always has great...