Spring & Summer Wedding Trends for 2023
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Spring & Summer Wedding Trends for 2023

Spring has officially arrived, and summer is just around the corner. With the new season, exciting trends are on the horizon. So if you and your partner are searching for a modern approach to your wedding, you've come to the right place. Keep reading to discover the latest wedding trends to incorporate into your celebration.

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How to Keep Your Dance Floor Packed All Night Long
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How to Keep Your Dance Floor Packed All Night Long

When you imagine your wedding reception, we know you want a packed dance floor with all your guests having fun. No one wants an empty dance floor at their reception! Nothing is worse than planning a stunning wedding ceremony and selecting the ideal meal only to discover that no one is dancing. As Wilmington, NC wedding planners, fortunately, we know a number of powerful tricks you may use to entice your guests to join you for a night of amazing partying.

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Appointments to Schedule Before You Say, "I do."
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Appointments to Schedule Before You Say, "I do."

You want to look gorgeous on your wedding day, and a stunning wedding dress doesn't complete your transformation into an alluring bride. Of course, you will need to prepare yourself, pamper your skin and get some treatment for your hair and nails. All brides want to look fresh and pretty on their wedding day since this is a big once-in-a-lifetime event. It's important to schedule some beauty treatments into your timeline for wedding planning because gorgeous hair and skin don't just appear overnight. As a wedding planner in Wilmington, NC, here are the most important appointments to book before walking down the aisle.

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Four Clever Tips to Save Money on Your Wedding Day
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Four Clever Tips to Save Money on Your Wedding Day

The biggest reason why so many couples don't know how to budget for their wedding or come to an ideal number that they want to spend is that they truly don't even know how to budget out what an event will cost 100 people or more. Check out these four tips on how to help manage costs while planning your wedding, and as planners, this is also how we can help you!

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Your Guide for An Epic Temecula,CA Bachelorette Getaway
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Your Guide for An Epic Temecula,CA Bachelorette Getaway

When it came time for bride-to-be Abby to celebrate her last fling, she knew Temecula California was the perfect bachelorette destination for her! Having always dreamed of a wine country bachelorette party, Abby couldn't wait to go with her nine besties for a long weekend of wine tasting and fun in Temecula Valley.

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   5 Wedding Trends That Took off in 2021
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5 Wedding Trends That Took off in 2021

Weddings look incredibly different these days for all involved, regardless of whether you are a planner, a vendor, the couple getting hitched, or a loved one on the guest list. The wedding industry is one that shifted almost instantly to be able to accommodate as much as possible during the pandemic so couples could still have their special day. As chaotic as the time was, some pretty awesome new trends came from it! If you are looking to incorporate something fun and exciting into your wedding day, here are the top wedding trends that took off in 2021 that would be a great addition to your day.

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5 Ways to Personalize Your Wedding Ceremony
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5 Ways to Personalize Your Wedding Ceremony

Your wedding ceremony doesn't have to be mundane and traditional if you don't want it to! Having fun during your ceremony and reception is absolutely doable if you put effort into personalizing your wedding ceremony. If you and your significant other are looking for ways to personalize your wedding ceremony and incorporate both of your personalities, here are five different ways that both you and your guests will enjoy.

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The Best Outdoor Wedding Venues for Fall in Wilmington, NC
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The Best Outdoor Wedding Venues for Fall in Wilmington, NC

Fall is one of the top seasons to get married here in Wilmington, NC, and for many reasons. The weather is gorgeous as the temperatures cool down, making it possible to have an outdoor wedding without you and your guests feeling too uncomfortable. Trees are turning their leaves, and the color palette of the ambiance is one you can't forget. If you are looking for the best outdoor wedding venue for fall in Wilmington, NC, you are in luck because there are so many great ones to choose from! However, being wedding planners in the area, here are our favorites that we definitely don't want you to overlook.

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5 Essential Tips to Planning the Perfect Honeymoon
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5 Essential Tips to Planning the Perfect Honeymoon

Regardless of where you are at in your wedding planning journey, it can be exciting to take a step back and ponder over what your honeymoon vacation will be. Maybe you know exactly where you want to go, or you are still wondering where exactly in the world to celebrate. So much becomes involved with planning a honeymoon, and most couples don’t realize that it can be almost as stress-inducing as the wedding! However, it certainly doesn’t have to be if you take the right precautions. We have picked up a thing or two about planning the perfect honeymoon in our years of working with brides and wedding clients. Here is everything you need to know to make your dream honeymoon a reality!

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The Best Places to Stay, Restaurants, Bars and Things to Do During a Wedding in Wilmington, North Carolina
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The Best Places to Stay, Restaurants, Bars and Things to Do During a Wedding in Wilmington, North Carolina

Sometimes it can be difficult to come up with recommendations of fun things to do in your own city when out of towners are looking for suggestions. Since you are already thinking about enough during your wedding planning process, we want to help take one more task off your list. I’ve compiled for you a list of the best of the best hotels, coffee shops, restaurants, bars, bakeries, and things to do in Wilmington, NC. Feel free to share your favorites on your wedding invites and wedding website for out-of-town guests to get an idea of what they can do during your wedding weekend.

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3 Tips on How to Pick the Right Vendor Team for Your Wedding | Wilmington NC Wedding & Event Planners
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3 Tips on How to Pick the Right Vendor Team for Your Wedding | Wilmington NC Wedding & Event Planners

Your wedding day has most likely been something you've dreamt about for years. You want it to be absolutely perfect, don't you? A large portion of making your dream wedding day vision come to life is having a trusty team of vendors you can rely on. However, for most brides, that can seem easier said than done. With so many wedding vendors in the Wilmington, NC, and greater Eastern Carolina area to choose from, it can be stressful to decide which vendor is perfect for you.

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The Value Behind Investing in a Wedding Planner (And Why You Need One)
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The Value Behind Investing in a Wedding Planner (And Why You Need One)

Just because you have helped plan your friend's bridal shower, or you helped her decide on a cake flavor and centerpieces, doesn't necessarily mean you are a wedding planner pro. I know many of us like to try to do all the things on our own, but planning your wedding is not something you should try and DIY. Between staying on track with your budget, finding vendors, and all the other fine details keeps you just as busy as your full-time job, which is why there are wedding planners, like me, who do this for a living! Working with a wedding planner can take all of the stress off your shoulders so that you can enjoy your engagement and not be stressed out about your big day. But what is the true value of investing in a wedding planner? Here are my top reasons.

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5 Breathtaking Waterfront Wedding Venues in Wilmington and Around Eastern NC
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5 Breathtaking Waterfront Wedding Venues in Wilmington and Around Eastern NC

Waterfront wedding venues are a favorite amongst our Wilmington, NC wedding and event planning clients. We definitely can see why as they offer stunning views and a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere for your guests. What better way to celebrate the next journey of your life than enjoying the scenery of a beach, lake or riverfront behind you. If you are getting married soon, then you will definitely want to check out these five breathtaking waterfront wedding venues in Wilmington and around Eastern North Carolina.

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