Wedding planning a lot of times seems like a daunting task and very overwhelming but one of the hardest parts of it is knowing when to start. Well, here we are to give you all the tips as to when you should start! A lot of couples are so excited about getting married that they forget to celebrate the engagement before getting into all the stress of planning a wedding! We recommend that you wait at least 1-2 months post engagement to start even thinking about planning the actu

The topic of this week is wedding flowers do's and dont's with the one and only Heather Bay, the president of The Bay Floral Studio. There is so much that goes behind all the flowers that take part in your wedding day and she is going to go ahead and break it all down for us. One of the most common statements couples make when we sit down to chat is: “We want to use only season flowers for our wedding”. This is always a great plan to save money as well as ensure that your flo

Oh the STRESS! Wedding planning is definitely super overwhelming but we have all the gooood tips here for you! Here are a few tips on how to not stress out during the wedding planning process! 1. Make a Plan B There are so many factors in life that unfortunately, you cannot control. We all know that the weather here in Florida is the most unpredictable everrrrr, having a plan B will prevent you having to go insane the day of your wedding and having to come up with a different

I know what you're thinking. Tips?? Yes, tips. On your wedding day, as if you don't already have enough things to worry about, you should tip your vendors at the end of your service. Who do you tip you may be asking yourself? Well, here we break down who and how much you should tip on your wedding day so there's no need to stress. Hair and Makeup Hair and makeup are one of the vendors where gratuity is expected. For hair and makeup, the tip should be between 15-20%. You can p

This week's blog comes with these BEAUTIFUL photos of Jeaven and Devin's wedding, We're still melting over all the photos @delsiefigueroa.photography got. The couple's happiness is truly contagious. Jeaven and Devin, thank you for letting us be a part of your big day! We're so honored that you allowed us to help your dream day come to life, and we wish you so many years of joy, love, laughter, and health! Jeaven gave us an opportunity to ask her a few questions about her wedd

Organizing everything for your wedding can be a nightmare and often times the little accessories get overlooked. Well, don't sweat it, it's all about how much or how little you want to do. Here's our top 3 accessories that we suggest for your wedding day: Wedding shoes Your wedding shoes are one of the most important accessories. Whether you want a pair of sky high heels or a cute pair of flats they will always be a huge part of your wedding look. Your shoes should be picked

As we all know, planning your wedding is not the easiest task on the planet but here we talk all things wedding planning and how to make everything a little more seamless. One of the hardest parts when planning your wedding is oddly enough, dealing with your guests. In the long run, your wedding is all about how you envision it. Don't want plus ones? Don't have them. The beauty of planning your wedding is that you get to do whatever you want, however you want. A lot of guests

Now that you're wedding planning, all the choices you have can get very overwhelming. Usually, the first terrifying decision comes down to what your guests are going to eat and how it will be served. There are advantages and disadvantages to each meal style but at the end of the day it comes down to how you envision your big day! Today we break down the pros and the cons of buffet style catering vs. plated meals: Buffet style Pros: Buffet style catering has a lot more variety

Wedding traditions are still so popular today that even the most non-traditional couples take part in a lot of them. The reasoning behind a lot of these tradition is that if you follow them you will find eternal love and happiness. When love and happiness ever after are the outcomes, it's usually a win-win for the newly wedded couple. Today we will be breaking down and looking into the history of 5 of our favorite traditions: The White Wedding Dress A lot of women for as long

This week's blog comes with these GORGEOUS photos of Edith and Raphy, one of our first weddings of 2022! We're still melting over all the photos @delsiefigueroa.photography got. The couple's joy is truly infectious. Edith and Raphy, thank you for letting us be a part of your big day! We're so honored that we got to start the year off with you, and we wish you so many years of joy, love, laughter, and health! Edith gave us an opportunity to ask her a few questions about her we

From romantic and whimsical to traditional and hand-tied, there are so many types of wedding bouquets for brides to choose from. When planning the floral design for your wedding day, you'll have plenty of choices to make! Besides your ceremony and reception flowers for the big day, choosing your bouquet will be one of the most important choices to make. We’ll be breaking down the ins and outs of our top three iconic bridal bouquet styles. Your bouquet must be an informed deci

The first dance has been done and the cake's been cut—now it's time for the grand finale. It's easy to make your wedding exit just as exciting as your entrance with a little help from your guests. And you can customize it to fit your personalities perfectly. Whether you're timing it at the very end of the special night or as you depart from your ceremony venue, en route to the reception, this fun tradition is always super fun and interactive for everyone. 1| Toss Flower Petal

Deciding what veil to wear is a major moment in creating your overall wedding day look. With wedding veil styles ranging from a face-framing 4" to a floor-skimming 120", many brides are overwhelmed by the sheer number of options. Need more guidance? We get it. There's a lot to process when it comes to choosing a veil. These are by no means hard and fast rules, but they're helpful tips for brides looking for a starting point. A Heavily Embellished Gown If you have your heart s

Jiena and Nick's special day was held at The Edison in Dade City, and we are so honored to have been a part of it! It was a truly magical and modern wedding filled with laughter, tears and a tribute dance 🥺 Jiena has given us the inside scoop on her wedding details and her tips for future brides. How did you meet your spouse? We met at an 8th grade basketball game. I was the scorekeeper and he was on the team. What was your wedding style? Ex. Romantic, Whimsical, Modern, Rus

Hello friends! You may have started planning your wedding and have begun thinking about your ceremony, but still haven't decided on what time your should have it. I have seen a lot of ceremonies and have found three common mistakes that couples make. I wanted to share with you three important tips to avoid making these mistakes when picking your ceremony time. Let me know what time you decide to have your wedding ceremony in the comment section below. Can't wait! Tip 1: Look

So you may have gotten recently engaged and may be doing your research on what a first look is in a wedding.. Well you've come to the right place because in this week's blog we're talking all things first look. Keep reading to find out what it is and even get some inspo for your first look if you decide to have one. The first look is when a couple sees each other for the first time on their wedding day. This intimate moment typically makes for an emotional photo opportunity.

I cannot even begin to explain how much I enjoyed helping Mikah and Enzo plan their dream wedding. This magical, modern wedding took place at The Worthington on Lovelee Lake in Ellenton, FL. We asked Mikah to share a few tips and tricks that she learned along the way and this is what she had to say! When it came to planning your wedding, what was most important to you? Having a good planner and photographer. We wanted all the wonderful moments captured. And I wanted no stress

Natalie and David tied the knot this October at Courtyard Marriott Bradenton Sarasota Riverfront in Bradenton, FL. We couldn't have been happier to be a part of their special day! Here are some details about their wedding and tips for future brides. Feel free to take some inspo from her wedding! How did you meet your spouse? We started as longtime acquaintances and became close friends through some extremely challenging times prior to falling in love. How did they pop the que

Are you looking forward to your first bridal show? Bridal shows are a great way to explore new vendors and learn about all wedding details.

In a happy client spotlight, I introduce you... Nicole & Alex! Find out more about this lovely couple and their experience.