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Author: Sydney ForbesImages: Ed and Aileen PhotographyReception tables are one of the main places where your guests will spend most of their evening, so thoughtful design can make a huge impact. One of the first things guests will do when they enter your reception is admire the space before searching [...]

Author: Sydney ForbesImages: Jennifer Wahlbrink, Meghan Lee Harris, The Paper Elephant, Ashton Gonnering, Jake Anderson, Christy TylerChoosing your wedding colors is one of the biggest decisions to make when starting to plan your wedding. They help create the mood and atmosphere, and feeling of your entire day. It is also [...]

Author: Sydney ForbesImages: The Uttkes, Jake Anderson, Paper ElephantYour reception is more than just dinner and dancing—it’s the moment you and your partner get to celebrate with family and loved ones. Whether you envision a lively dance floor that feels like prom all over again or a more intimate celebration, [...]

Author: Sydney ForbesImages: C. Mae Photography, The Paper Elephant, Meghan Lee Harris, Autumn Sylvia PhotographyOne of the biggest fears that couples have is what if it rains on their wedding day? This is also one of the biggest frustrations because it is the most unpredictable part and something you cannot [...]

By: Sydney Forbes Images: Meghan Lee Harris Photography, Color and Beam Meghan Lee Harris Photography When planning a wedding, it’s easy to get caught up in traditions, trends, and details that feel like must-haves. While those elements certainly have their place, the most memorable weddings aren’t necessarily the most [...]

By: Sydney Forbes Images by: Janelle Rose Photography One of the best ways to create a calm, stress-free wedding morning is to pack an emergency kit ahead of time. We have all had those days when we are out somewhere and forget something we know we have at home, [...]

By: Sydney Forbes Images: Ashton Gonnering Photography When planning a wedding, it is easy to focus on the big things. The venue location, florals, colors, and your dress. Often, it’s the smaller details that can easily slip through the cracks that make the biggest difference on your wedding day. [...]

Author: Chloe McClure Images by: Whitney and Matsaya Photography Welcome to wedding planning! An exciting, once-in-a-lifetime experience filled with meaningful decisions (and often, many more decisions layered on top). While the process is incredibly rewarding, it can also feel overwhelming without the right structure and support in place. At [...]

By: Sydney Forbes Photography: Autumn Sylvia One of the biggest mistakes couples make is underestimating how quickly the morning goes by. A rushed morning sets the tone for the entire day, and that is not how anyone should feel on such a special occasion. The goal isn’t perfection, it’s [...]

Author: Chloe McClure Photography: Morgan Madeline Photography If you’ve spent any time in the wedding world, you’ve likely come across countless trend forecasts predicting what will define the upcoming year. We’re told which colors are “in,” what photography styles are hot, and even which types of cakes are supposedly [...]