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Hello lovely friends! I hope your July 4th holiday was wonderful and you were able to spend some summer fun time with your loved ones. We enjoyed dinner at a new-to-us restaurant in Fells Point before watching fireworks from our deck! Today we’re talking about some awesome ways to memorialize your wedding long after the dancing is done. We’re talking about wedding keepsakes! While there are multiple ways to remember your wedding day, having a tangible reminder can really make an impact and be the perfect way to honor your love together. I’m a big fan of home décor and finding something to hang on the walls of your home or to place on your coffee table that you’ll see each day can be the perfect touch to a lasting reminder of the best day of your lives! First and foremost, the most popular version of a wedding keepsake is probably the cake! Long ago,

All right, today we’re letting the fellas take the lead! While we often focus on wedding dresses and not bowties when thinking about tying the knot, today I wanted to highlight some ideas to really shape the day with the guys in your wedding party. Whether you have two or 10, paying special attention to the details can make all the difference and truly set you apart as a host as well as a friend. Here are 5 ways to make their experience an awesome one to remember! Pay attention: The fact that you’re reading this article proves that you’re already halfway there! Often times as previously mentioned, wedding parties can fall to the wayside when you’re so focused on planning literally everything else. By being considerate and attentive to your wedding party, you can be sure your wedding party will go the extra mile for you.  It’s all in the details: Consider granting a plus

Hello friends! As we head into the summer season, many newly-engaged couples will begin building their dream team of wedding professionals to start their wedding planning. Today we’re talking about just what to look for to find your perfect match! There are several things to consider, so let’s get started! Location This may seem like a no-brainer, but a quick Google search for wedding pros in your area can quickly prove to be overwhelming. Narrowing this down to a 20-mile radius typically helps in providing an adequate pool of wedding pros without adding a long commute by them on the day of your wedding ceremony. This is especially important for your large teams such as catering and rentals. If your perfect match for others, such as your planner or DJ, are more than an hour away from the wedding, I’d suggest offering a hotel room for the night before. Ratings/Reviews As you do with any