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How to Mail Your Wedding Invitations

How to Mail Your Wedding Invitations

August 21, 2017 By Brigid Horne-Nestor Leave a Comment

Designing beautiful wedding invitations is very, very important when you want your guests to have a really good first impression. However, you should also know there’s absolutely no point in designing the best wedding invites in the Universe if they don’t actually get sent out. How should you mail your wedding invitations and what are the […]

Filed Under: Uncategorized, Wedding Colors, Wedding Design, Weddings Tagged With: #mailingweddinginvitations, #weddinginvitations

Are Holiday Weekend Weddings a Good Idea?

Are Holiday Weekend Weddings a Good Idea?

August 14, 2017 By Brigid Horne-Nestor Leave a Comment

Labor Day weekend is right around the corner, and that means it’s “Fireworks weekend” in our hometown. Labor Day, Memorial Day and all the other three-day weekends of the year always sound like truly great ideas for wedding dates, but in practice, they can be difficult to manage. Why is that? Why are holiday weekend […]

Filed Under: Weddings Tagged With: #holidaywedding, #holidayweekendwedding, #weddingdatetips, #weddingplanningtips

Thank You Cards Your Guests Will Definitely Love

Thank You Cards Your Guests Will Definitely Love

July 24, 2017 By Brigid Horne-Nestor Leave a Comment

Your guests deserve your best. Not only are these the people who will actually witness the moment you tie the knot, but they are also your closest friends and relatives, the people who have chosen to spend their time and their money to celebrate you and your love story. Thank You cards are absolutely mandatory […]

Filed Under: Uncategorized, Weddings Tagged With: #thankyounoteideas, #thankyounotes, #thankyounotesadvice

The Wedding Planning Difficulties You Should Prepare For

The Wedding Planning Difficulties You Should Prepare For

July 17, 2017 By Brigid Horne-Nestor Leave a Comment

You must have heard it a thousand times before: wedding planning is hard. Yet, what are the wedding planning difficulties you should actually prepare for? What are the issues most brides find difficult to handle? We have some tips for you – so read on and find out more. Planning the seating chart is much […]

Filed Under: Beautiful Weddings, Destination Wedding, Wedding Design, Weddings Tagged With: #weddingplanningadvice, #weddingplanningdifficulties, #weddingplanningissues, #weddingplanningtips

What Do Guests Want to Eat at Your Wedding?

What Do Guests Want to Eat at Your Wedding?

June 26, 2017 By Brigid Horne-Nestor Leave a Comment

It’s the wedding season – but even more than that, it is the year Millennials are finally starting to settle down. Although a generation that loves freedom and adventure more than anything, a lot of them have already reached an age when establishing a family is their number one priority. Of course, if you are […]

Filed Under: Weddings Tagged With: #luxuryweddingonabudget, #luxuryweddingtips, #weddingtips

Ideas for a Country Garden Wedding

Ideas for a Country Garden Wedding

June 19, 2017 By Brigid Horne-Nestor Leave a Comment

With summer outside, you definitely want to bring all those positive vibes into your Big Day – and having an outdoor wedding is one of the best ways to do this. How do you plan a country garden wedding, though? We have gathered some of the most beautiful ideas to inspire you – so read […]

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Be Smart When Planning Your Wedding Budget

Be Smart When Planning Your Wedding Budget

June 5, 2017 By Brigid Horne-Nestor Leave a Comment

Let’s face it: weddings are nothing short of expensive and most brides and grooms want to save as much money as possible without compromising on the uniqueness of this huge event in their lives. The great news is that you can save money and still have that utterly gorgeous dream wedding you’ve always wanted. How […]

Filed Under: Beautiful Weddings, Wedding Design, Weddings Tagged With: #weddingbudget, #weddingbudgettips, #weddingfinancestips

Top Duties for the Maid of Honor

Top Duties for the Maid of Honor

May 29, 2017 By Brigid Horne-Nestor Leave a Comment

As a Maid of Honor, you want to make sure your friend is truly happy on the Big Day – and she really needs your help to do that. What are the top duties for the Maid of Honor, especially during the wedding day? We have some tips for you – continue reading to find […]

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Tips for seating your wedding reception guests

Tips for seating your wedding reception guests

May 15, 2017 By Brigid Horne-Nestor Leave a Comment

You may think it is not absolutely necessary to create a wedding seating chart – but truth be told, it can really make or break the entire big day. How do you actually do this, though? What are the best tips to know for seating your wedding reception guests? Read on and find out more. […]

Filed Under: Beautiful Weddings, Events, Weddings Tagged With: #weddingseatingchart, #weddingseatingcharttips, #weddingseatingtips

Wedding trends to inspire your big day

Wedding trends to inspire your big day

May 8, 2017 By Brigid Horne-Nestor Leave a Comment

Your wedding has to be timeless – but that doesn’t mean you cannot steal some inspiration from the latest wedding trends on the market. Which are the best ones to give you amazing ideas for your own big day? We have gathered them right below – so read on to find out more. It’s all […]

Filed Under: Beautiful Weddings, Wedding Design, Weddings Tagged With: #weddingideas2017, #weddingtrends, #weddingtrends2017

Top reasons why you should hire a wedding planner

Top reasons why you should hire a wedding planner

May 1, 2017 By Brigid Horne-Nestor 8 Comments

Planning a wedding is never an easy task – but with enough attention to detail, determination, and patience, you can definitely pull off a spectacular event. If you are like most couples, you will definitely wonder if hiring a wedding planner is worth it – and we’re here to show you that yes, hiring a […]

Filed Under: 2017 Wedding Trends, Beautiful Weddings, Weddings Tagged With: #weddingplanneradvantages, #weddingplanningtips, #whyhireweddingplanner, #whyweddingplanner

Wedding Spotlight – Kelly + Clay

Wedding Spotlight – Kelly + Clay

October 22, 2015 By Christina Brown Leave a Comment

We had the pleasure of working with this sweet couple, Kelly + Clay, back in July for their wedding at Hyde Park Country Club. What a beautiful day it was.  In fact, we had a very hard time selecting only a few of our favorite photos to showcase here. Congratulations you two! Vendor Love: Photographer: Claire […]

Filed Under: Beautiful Weddings, Featured Weddings, Photography, Recent Weddings, Weddings

Choosing Your Bridesmaids

Choosing Your Bridesmaids

December 30, 2014 By Christina Brown Leave a Comment

You have family you love, perhaps sisters and cousins…  Then there’s your best friend since the 3rd grade…  Then, you really love your soon-to-be sister-in-law…  Oh!  And what about those sorority sisters? Choosing a bridesmaid may seem simple but to finally sit down and make the list, you may have pause for thought.  “If I […]

Filed Under: Ceremony Ideas, Events, Helpful Hints, Wedding party, Weddings

Frozen Cake

Frozen Cake

November 1, 2014 By Christina Brown Leave a Comment

I had often been told by past clients that the top layer of wedding cake that gets frozen until the first anniversary never tastes very good when eaten a year later. When I discussed this with Carol Lanner of The Bonbonerie, she explained that the taste a year later depends on the preparation before freezing. […]

Filed Under: Creative Ideas for Brides, Helpful Hints, Weddings

An ounce of prevention…

An ounce of prevention…

October 15, 2014 By Christina Brown Leave a Comment

Here’s a cautionary tale for brides to be. This weekend we worked with one of the most organized brides we have ever had. I was sure the wedding day would go exactly as planned. Not so fast! When I arrived on the scene, my client was in tears because she did not like her flowers. […]

Filed Under: Flowers, Helpful Hints, Weddings

A Great Escape at Murphin Ridge Inn

A Great Escape at Murphin Ridge Inn

October 2, 2014 By Christina Brown Leave a Comment

(In our own backyard) I am often asked for advice on what a bride and groom should give to their parents in appreciation for a wonderful wedding. A little over an hour from Cincinnati is a very special place called the Murphin Ridge Inn. It is the perfect “get away” for a mother and father […]

Filed Under: Creative Ideas for Brides, Destination Wedding, For the Parents, Helpful Hints, Weddings

A Stress-free Wedding?  Is it possible?

A Stress-free Wedding? Is it possible?

September 1, 2014 By Christina Brown Leave a Comment

A wedding is a joyous occasion — no matter how big or small, expensive or inexpensive, glamorous or simple.  Whatever type of wedding is planned, at the end of the day, it boils down to two people committing their lives to one another. Sounds easy, right?  Nothing stressful about that idea, especially when two people […]

Filed Under: Ceremony Ideas, Creative Ideas for Brides, Events, For the Parents, Helpful Hints, Weddings

Cheers!

Cheers!

August 15, 2014 By Christina Brown Leave a Comment

Argh!  Public speaking for some is the equivalent of having bamboo shoots shoved into their fingernails, but a couple of tips will help wedding-day toasts from becoming awkward, embarrassing, or just plain boring. For the bride and groom: Prepare a list ahead of time of who is giving toasts, and make sure the MC or […]

Filed Under: Events, For the Parents, Helpful Hints, Weddings

Wedding Dress Advice

Wedding Dress Advice

August 3, 2014 By Christina Brown Leave a Comment

When it comes to your wedding day, the goal is to not only look stunning to everyone in attendance, but to take your groom’s breath away!  When you choose your gown, consider the following suggestions: Don’t worry about trends.  Focus on what works for your unique body type. Necklines can make the difference!  For example, […]

Filed Under: Helpful Hints, Uncategorized, Weddings

When Being a Bridesmaid Costs Too Much

When Being a Bridesmaid Costs Too Much

July 15, 2014 By Christina Brown Leave a Comment

Being a bridesmaid is an honor – but being a bridesmaid can be expensive.  In fact, recent statistics estimate that between the dress, travel, gifts, and accessories, a bridesmaid may spend up to $1600.  Consider these ideas to help control the costs for your bridal party:   Select color swatches (think Home Depot paint aisle!) […]

Filed Under: Creative Ideas for Brides, Helpful Hints, Products, Uncategorized, Weddings

Fathers of the Bride

Fathers of the Bride

June 1, 2014 By Christina Brown Leave a Comment

As Father’s Day approaches, let’s explore some creative ways to honor dad during the wedding! Remember that Tinkerbell necklace that dad gave you for your 8th birthday?  Incorporate it into your bouquet to honor your first love. Plan a special dance with your dad that will both entertain your guests and remind your dad that […]

Filed Under: Ceremony Ideas, Creative Ideas for Brides, For the Parents, Helpful Hints, Uncategorized, Weddings

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