"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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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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A Love Story: 66 Years Of Devotion

My Great Aunt Bette and Great Uncle Vincent have been married 66 years. She is like a grandmother to me, and they have always been my inspiration for a long-lived and devoted marriage. The above

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Bright Idea: A Starlit Dance Floor

Looking for a WOW factor for your wedding? Many couples are searching for that perfect “something.” That tiny little detail that makes your guests say, “wow.” If you are looking for this “something,” we have

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Miss Manners On Wedding Details

Let’s ask our favorite columnist Miss Manners… how much do little details like linen colors matter at a wedding? Here at Circle of Love Weddings, we absolutely love Miss Manners…she just tells it like it

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Your Wedding, Your Way

Wise words from our primary wedding consultant Daria: I was in a meeting not too long ago that really brought home one of the things I love most about wedding planning: the fact that every

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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!