Advice from the Wedding Planners...
A Blog featuring expert advice from our certified planners!

In the heart of Minnesota, nestled in the charming new venue of White & Sable , a styled shoot unfolded last year that was nothing short of a sunlit dream. The theme? A vibrant ode to the breathtaking beauty of Capri, Italy, with yellow taking center stage. This shoot was a testament to the charm of Italian elegance fused with modern wedding trends, creating an idyllic setting for any couple looking to infuse their special day with a splash of Mediterranean magic. Jennifer Sa

Hello, lovely couples! I'm delighted to share a unique and enchanting experience with you. As a Minnesota-based certified wedding planner, I am always eager to explore new themes and ideas that cater to various budgets and styles. Today, I'm excited to take you on a journey through a celestial-themed styled shoot I conducted this past April at the Neu Neu  in Minneapolis. The Inspiration Behind the Celestial Theme My primary inspiration for this theme comes from the enchantin

While planning my wedding, I wanted my guests to think, “This is definitely Emily and Bennett’s wedding.” I wanted my wedding to be unique to us, our relationship, and our love story. We used this thinking to guide our decision-making—what we love, our priorities, our hobbies, and how to incorporate them into our wedding.   As a wedding planner, I’ve had the privilege of helping several couples create unforgettable celebrations, and one thing I’ve learned is that no two weddi

Blog Post Collaboration with Beyond the Pines Photography Speaking as a 2024 bride myself, finding the right photographer was one of the very first items on my wedding to-do list, and it should be yours, too! Why? Your wedding photographer is one of the most critical vendors on your big day. They will freeze time and capture the memories and love you will cherish and hold on to for decades after the wedding. You will show these photos to your children, as well as to your gran

When I got married 7 years ago, I remember thinking, "Why does it seem that when you put the word wedding in front of something, it instantly doubles (or even triples) the price?" With recent price increases on nearly everything due to inflation, it's become even more stressful trying to figure out your budget and how it should be allocated. As wedding planners, we can help you determine where your spending priorities should fall within your wedding vision and budget. We

After the initial exc itement from your engagement calms down, the questions start coming from loved ones: "When are you getting married? Have you started planning? Are you looking at venues?" No pressure, right? So, you do a quick Google search to find out how much to budget for your wedding, and you see that in Minnesota in 2021, the average wedding cost was $24,528 ( weddingreport.com ). However, the latest First Look Report from Zola.com estimates that "the average weddin

Fun tidbit: 38% of engagements happen between December and February 14th each year. It makes sense, though, doesn't it? What a perfect holiday memory to have or a great way to kick off a New Year! Much like a wedding, a proposal is definitely one of those "I'll-never-forget-this" moments in life! If you're planning on proposing, we know how much pressure you may feel to make sure the proposal is everything your partner is dreaming of...from the ring, to the perfect proposal l

I saw the quote below on Confetti.co.uk's article, "15 Funny Wedding Planning Quotes For The Stressed Out Bride" a while back....(read it here: https://www.confetti.co.uk/wedding/planning-organising/15-funny-wedding-planning-quotes-for-the-stressed-out-bride/) : It got me thinking...we’ve all seen those picture-perfect weddings in magazines, on websites, Instagram, and of course…PINTEREST! They look so effortless, right? You think, “I can totally do that myself!” Before you

This is a GREAT question, and one we get asked frequently by engaged couples we meet. What is the difference between a wedding planner and a coordinator? The short(-ish) answer... A wedding planner is someone who helps you with the planning and design aspect of the wedding and reception-- helping you find a venue, vendors, and all the decor you need for the wedding. Unless you've planned a wedding before, it can be very overwhelming and hard to know where to start. A planner

Congratulations on your engagement! Are you ready to start planning your wedding? That's great! When we meet with couples at the beginning of their wedding planning process, and we ask, "How can we help?" The answer we get often is, "Well, we just don't know where to start, and we're already overwhelmed!" Let us assure you, that's NORMAL! For most couples, their wedding is their first! Even if it's not, the wedding industry has changed so much in the past decade...heck, not t

So you're newly engaged after the holidays and Valentine's Day? First, congratulations! I could not be more excited for you and I say that genuinely! Show off that gorgeous new ring! I'd love to see it, so PLEASE put a picture in the comments!! Second, it's the perfect time to be engaged! Even if you have no idea where to start and haven't set a date yet. Why? Because it's Wedding Show season!! If you follow us on Instagram, you know we have been attending them too--to see t

Last year, one of our event planners, Kim, planned a destination bachelorette party in Scottsdale, Arizona with a Fiesta theme! Pool parties with margaritas and themed shirts/towels were high on the ‘to-do’ list for the bride. Every bride is different on what they want to do during their bachelorette party. The key is getting some input from them on expectations for the trip. As long as the bride is having fun, everyone is having fun! Ideas for decorations and gifts started

You guys! I know this blog post has been a long time coming, but I promise you, it’s worth it! Before we get to the blog, I wanted to let you know that we have been BUSY this holiday season, gearing up for an exciting 2022! We are THRILLED to be working on several events already for 2022 and I can’t wait to share them with you! We also know that many engagements are happening around the holidays and CONGRATULATIONS to you, if you’re newly engaged! We LOVE planning parties, an

If you are reading this post, you’re probably the maid of honor trying to figure out how you’re going to pull this off. Your bride just told you she wants a destination bachelorette party! Or maybe you’re the bride, thinking about a unique way to celebrate your last “hurrah!” as a single woman with your friends, but not sure where to go or what to do! Where do you start? Planning a destination bachelorette party can be just a little daunting, especially since you want to make

A few weeks after getting engaged, you and your fiancé start discussing wedding plans. You want an elegant and timeless wedding, but your fiancé doesn't want anything too "ornate" or "over-the-top"--just a fun party with a good food and an open bar. Every time you suggest a venue for the wedding, your fiancé quickly finds something wrong with it fiancé or says, "It's too expensive for one day," and you walk away feeling defeated, sad, or even angry. How will you merge your t

Whether you just got engaged or have been engaged for awhile, you might be thinking about whether an engagement party is right for you. With many engaged couples waiting a year or more to tie the knot (thanks, COVID), an engagement party can be a way to kick-start the celebrations! But...what should your engagement party look like? The great news is that an engagement party can be as small or large as you want it to be, as elaborate or casual as you want, and it doesn't have