The average engagement period is 11 months, and most wedding-planning checklists that can be found online are based on having a year to coordinate the details. However, there are plenty of couples out there who pull off the wedding of their dreams with only a few months to get everything organized. Of course, doing so can create its own unique c... More »
For most couples, photography is one of the biggest priorities when selecting the vendors for their wedding. After all, besides your marriage, photographs from your wedding are the one thing you’ll still have after the big day is over. Once you get all of your pictures back from your wedding photographer, it’s easy enough ... More »
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How Bridesmaids Saved a Wedding from Being Canceled by Hurricane Florence
As Hurricane Florence wreaked havoc on the coast of North Carolina, thousands of people had to evacuated their homes and are hoping for the best upon their return. Tragically, there have already been casualties, and we can only hope the death toll and dama ge will not be at the levels of Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Maria from last y... More »
In the current era of wedding personalization, the reception tends to get a lot of attention. After all, it’s a little more of a free-for-all in terms of style and acceptable activities. When it comes to the ceremony though, people tend to feel more boxed in with their options. Sure, brides and grooms can write their own vows, but the gene... More »
Photo by Carter Rose for F8 Studio; Planning & Design by DFW Events “I always cry at weddings,” is a statement you’ve probably heard countless times. Perhaps you’ve even said it yourself! If you’re the type to get emotional at movies, weddings, or even while watching commercials, you may be worried a... More »
Whether or not you and your new spouse decide to have a grand exit, there will come a time for your reception to end. While you could simply have the band or DJ play any old tune to bring the festivities to a close, it can be fun to have the final song be thematically appropriate – a nod to the end of the evening. Listen to the playlist be... More »
Some people just can’t help procrastinating – whether it’s because they work better under pressure or the stress of potentially failing leads to putting off necessary tasks until it’s too late. The to-do lists associated with wedding planning are so long that it is understandable that couples will find themselves del... More »
While some brides have always envisioned dancing with their father to a special song that they've loved since childhood, others may be at a complete loss for which tune to choose. Just as father-daughter relationships vary, so too do the preferences of both the father of the bride and his daughter. To offer some assistance, we've gathered all of... More »
Your venue will set the tone for your magical day, so we spend a lot of time with our clients helping them select the perfect site for their wedding. Your venue will also impact many of your design details – from the style of your dress to the backdrop for your photos. Photo by Laurie Bailey Photography; Bridal Gown: Anne Barge; Planning ... More »
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See the Wedding Details from the 'Making It' Finale!
Last week the feel-good show of the summer, Making It, had a wedding on the season finale! One lucky couple, Talisa and David, were able to have their dream wedding on the set, and host Nick Offerman even officiated. The contestants on the show were challenged to create a cake topper, ceremony backdrop, and a wedding gift to represent the sweeth... More »
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