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How to Prepare for a Bridal Show
Jenna Nelson | September 12, 2015Bridal shows are considered to be a right of passage when you are planning your wedding. Almost every bride-to-be attends at least one throughout the planning process.
Wedding Ceremony Readings You Haven't Heard Yet
Jenna Nelson | September 10, 2015“Love is patient. Love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.” Sound familiar? I am willing to bet that you are involuntarily finishing the rest of this well-known verse.
What your Wedding Planner Wants You to Know
Jenna Nelson | September 8, 2015Making the decision to hire a wedding planner or coordinator for your special day can be difficult. Your desire to save money and be self sufficient collides with your lack of time and expertise.
Men's Formalwear 101
Jenna Nelson | September 3, 2015In an industry that's all about the dress, it can often feel like the groom's attire is an afterthought. Tom Buczinski of Louie's Tux Shop weighs in on the most frequently asked questions when it comes to men's formalwear.
In Front of the Lens: A Photographer's Wedding
Joanne Csakany | September 1, 2015For almost a decade I have been photographing weddings...and on this day, I, the wedding photographer, was the bride. Much is different on such a day when you are in front of a camera, rather than behind it.
4 Bachelorette Themes You HAVE to Try
Jenna Nelson | August 25, 2015When I think of bachelorette parties, so many things come to mind. Not all of those things are 100 percent appropriate, so I will leave the details to your imagination.
How to Entertain Kids at Your Wedding
Kathy Jonas | August 24, 2015The idea of cherubic little girls running around a barn wedding with their curls and frilly dresses billowing behind them is so appealing it feels like a Hallmark card.
Why We're Falling in Love with Winter Engagement Photos
Laura Duholm | August 20, 2015When we think of winter, the first thing that comes to mind is snow, especially here in the Midwest. The first snow fall is magical. We literally get to walk through a “winter wonderland,” and it’s not fake snow like it is in California!
The Hottest Wedding Food Trends of 2015
Jenna Nelson | August 18, 2015I'm a self-proclaimed foodie. The term “foodie” means many things to many people, but it technically refers to someone with a specific interest for food.
How to Create a Dessert Bar Your Guests Will Love
Jenna Nelson | August 13, 2015If you're anything like me, when it comes to weddings, you're all about the social hour appetizers, the gourmet dinner and a delightful piece of cake that is almost always meager in proportions.