"Love does not consist of gazing at each other,
but in looking outward together
in the same direction."

~ Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

Photo by Alea Moore Photography

Love Notes

Bright ideas, wisdom and musings about weddings,
celebrations, ceremonies and life in general, from
Daria's 17 years of planning, coordinating and officiating.

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A Plea To Bridesmaids: Try On The Dress!

Dear bridesmaids, mothers, flower girls and anyone else wearing special occasion clothing to a wedding: we have a request in the name of your sanity, and the sanity of brides and wedding planners everywhere. PLEASE

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Two Is Better Than One

Photographers, That Is! Yes, while that is the title of a very cheesy song by Taylor Swift (that may be one of our guilty pleasures), it is true when it comes to marriage and photographers.

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The Best Woman For The Job

The job of maid/matron of honor, that is! You have been selected to be a maid/matron of honor and you could not be more excited, BUT you have no idea what you are supposed to

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Put Down That Phone!

We have said it a million times and we will say it again, A Wedding Is Stressful. With the help of the ones you love, a professional team and maybe a drink or two, it

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How To Hire: Wedding Transportation

Let’s talk transportation. When it comes down to it, there is a lot more transportation involved in a wedding than you may think. There is transportation to the ceremony, ceremony to reception, reception to hotel

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How to Properly Pin a Boutonniere

It is a tricky business, getting those boutonniere flowers to stay straight up and down, or even where they are placed, for that matter. Who knows, you may enjoy a nice upside-down or crooked boutonniere every now

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How To Hire: Wedding Photographer

Here are several things for you to consider when hiring a photographer. We hope this will help you avoid any photography disasters! (Plus, don’t you want a photographer who can capture moments like this one?

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Bright Idea: Monogrammed Butter

It’s All in the Details… Let’s be honest here. A wedding, correctly put together, is full of details. Little things that make the guests say “Wow, I would have never thought of that.” In fact,

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Let’s Talk Wedding Announcements

Some people invite everyone and their sister to their weddings. They want it big, and they can have it big because it’s their day! Others want a small, intimate wedding with only close friends and

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Etsy Find: Vintage Map Cufflinks

Let’s face it, it can be a challenge to find a unique gift for the non-girly contingent of a wedding party. We have found an amazing option, however. Take a look at these! Completely customizable

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An Entertaining Idea

For those who love little details…this idea is for you. One of our couples, Whitney and Robert, decided they would not settle for plain old boring regular cocktail napkins for their bar and passed appetizers.

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Our Very Own Amanda Is Engaged!

Congratulations are in order…our guest blogger Amanda is getting married! She has graciously volunteered to share her wedding planning journey with us in a series of blog posts. So without further ado, read on to learn how

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I Love...

My husband

How lucky am I to have found the love of my life?

Animals

My husband and I speak to every pup we pass on the street. Every single one.

Food

What else brings people together so well?

Language

Forever an English major at heart

Travel

New places and cultures thrill me

My family

We’re always there for each other

Reading

My escape and my relaxation

Gardening

The cycle of life through the seasons never ceases to amaze me

The beach

The sea recharges my spirit

Music

Songs and lyrics are integral to my life

Weddings

For real…always have, always will!