Why Hire a Wedding Planner?

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While thinking this over, do you find yourself asking… “How can we enjoy a relaxed, stress-free wedding-planning process and wedding day with all that needs to be done?” “There are SO many options out there! How do we find ones that are right for our wedding?” “Work is crazy now. How much time do we realistically have to plan our wedding? We don’t have time to research everything!” With those thoughts running through your head, hiring a wedding planner may be the best decision you make and here’s why! So……..Why Hire a Wedding Planner? Work Hard to Keep You On Budget. Making and keeping a wedding budget can be hard when you have a $1,000,000 wedding planned on Pinterest! Overwhelmed with options for your wedding? Early on, you need to have a discussion with your partner and quite possibly, an independent third party, such as a planner to help bring your vision alive – and
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2023 Venue Review

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2023 was another fabulous year for weddings! Here I’d like to share just a little about the venues I worked at in 2023. One of the locations is a waterfront venue – a dream come true for me as I’ve always wanted to coordinate a wedding on the beach!! New to me venues this year included: 8 Chains North Winery, located outside of Leesburg, VA, is a beautiful wedding venue for a smaller wedding. Weather permitting, you can have a gorgeous vineyard ceremony, and explore the property to find the perfect spots for your newlywed pictures! For your reception, enjoy celebrating with family and friends in the rustic, yet elegant banquet room, complete with a view of the vineyard and the Barrel Room, a stunning sunset, and a delicious selection of 8 Chains North handcrafted wines!   Bowling Brook Manor, in Keymar, MD, is an Historic Mansion that was renovated from a farmhouse in 1872,
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Planning an Elegant and Eco-Friendly Wedding

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For an eco-friendly wedding that doesn’t sacrifice style or elegance, follow these tips to make your special day environmentally conscious. Choose sustainable materials and decorations, like recycled paper invitations and locally sourced flowers, to minimize the environmental impact. Serve organic, locally sourced food to support local businesses and reduce carbon emissions. Collaborate with a Local Wedding Expert When planning a wedding, it is always beneficial to work with an experienced local wedding planner (like Events by Lexi) who knows the area well and can recommend eco-friendly suppliers. Working with a wedding planner will save you time and effort in finding the right venues, vendors, and decorations for your big day. Additionally, they can help you navigate any unforeseen challenges that may arise during the planning process. Explore Venue Decorations Many wedding venues provide complimentary decorations, which can help minimize waste associated with purchasing additional decor. Inquire whether the venue offers any of these items to
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