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Read Advice from Real Couples!

Submitted by Lexi Schafer

Each year, I ask some of my prior year couples to share advice while planning for and favorite memories from their wedding day!! Tina & Robert shared: “day-of coordinator was essential; having one decreased the amount of stress significantly smaller guest list meant that we actually were able to spend time with every guest drone pictures are cool but they are unexpectedly noisy so I would not use them invest in a great photographer (Scott Cech was everything we wanted and more) plan for an unexpected guest or two doing pictures of the two of us before the ceremony meant we could spend more time with our guests” And their favorite memories: “Walking down the aisle and seeing my groom waiting for me probably my favorite moment. The pictures in the pine forest were also great.” Kathleen & Jeffrey’s advice: “Share the effort of wedding planning. We split the responsibilities 50/50 and it kept

Beauty Tips for the Big Day!!

Submitted by Lexi Schafer

Happy almost May friends! This month has been a whirlwind of Easter celebrations, weddings, and more! I can’t believe we’re heading into May already. Halfway through the year, almost! The time is flying by. I wanted to go over some quick tips and tricks for your wedding day beauty routine. While you can certainly start working on your beauty regime prior to your wedding, there are definitely a few things that would be helpful to remember going into your wedding. Whether you are a groom or a bride, prioritizing your skin will make photos that much more beautiful. Make sure you’re hydrating properly prior to the big day as water can make an incredible impact on the skin as a whole! Additionally, I always instruct my couples to book a trial makeup session with their makeup stylist (as well as hair) to ensure the look you are going for is achieved prior to your actual

How to Honor and Remember Loved Ones on your Wedding Day

Submitted by Lexi Schafer

Weddings are a beautiful reason to get all of your loved ones – family and friends – to join you and your new spouse and celebrate your new life together. That said, there may be some friends or family that have gone on before you that you’d like to honor in a special way at your ceremony or reception. In this post, we’re going to be talking about some different and creative ways to share their spirit with others at your wedding and to keep them close by in remembrance. Many brides with whom I’ve worked have set up a small table, candle and photo, or even saved a seat for their loved ones at the ceremony. While you certainly don’t want to be sad on one of the best days of your life, you also don’t want to forget the loved ones that helped you get there. Here are just a few creative ways