Since the majority of our clients have never been married before, none of them have ever gotten a marriage license. Naturally, we get so many questions about this. For simplicity sake, we’re going to outline the requirements for Tennessee weddings. Each state can make their own rules though, so be sure to visit your county […]

Outdoor weddings can be some of the most gorgeous events. We’ve seen them done right a number of times and we’ve noticed that couples who successfully plan outdoor weddings take time to consider a few extra factors on the front end: the weather, the guests, and the vendors. You can pull off an outdoor wedding […]

This topic is especially exciting to us as we recently added an in-house graphic designer to help couples with this aspect of wedding planning. One of the most effective ways to make an impression on your guests is to brand your wedding. When all of your printed goods are made in a cohesive style it […]

We encourage couples to get as many quotes as possible until they feel comfortable with a vendor for each service. But if you’re not used to reading through them, comparing quotes can be a time-consuming activity. In order to make sure you’re a quote-reading machine, here are a few tips for how to efficiently read […]

Your rentals will have the biggest impact on your overall design. But it can be confusing to navigate the ins and outs of placing an order. Here are some of the most common questions we answer. Q: When do I need to book my rentals? A: We recommend reserving your rentals within the first couple […]

We love a good signature cocktail! There are so many pros to offering these – they look great in photos, make a big impression on guests, and are super fun to create, name, and drink! But that doesn’t even cover the best part! The best part is that they’re usually more cost effective than serving […]

We love creating day-of timelines! It’s something that we’ve gotten down to a science. But it didn’t always come naturally. In the beginning, we had errors, timing that felt forced or rushed, and moments we forgot entirely. After making timelines for almost 10 years, we’ve learned a thing or two. Here’s our general process. Step […]

If there’s one area where we see couples disagree more than any other, it’s on vows. More often than not, one of you feels strongly that you should write personalized vows, and the other isn’t great with spelling out their feelings and emotions and then reciting them in front of everyone they know. Who knew […]

We heart welcome bags. Although it’s often skipped, we think giving a little gift to each room booked in your hotel block truly elevates the guest experience, and it’s not too much extra work to make it happen. Consider it the first dose of wedding festivities that the guests experience. It sets the stage for […]

When deciding what you want to do for your grand exit, keep in mind that all venues have different policies about what is and is not allowed. Sometimes the venue rules are even mandated at the county level. Start by checking your contract. It’s usually outlined there. If you’re still coming up short, give your […]