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Chivalry is Not Dead! The boutonniere and its history…. Boutonnières, those little bunches of posies pinned to the lapels of the wedding party guys, may seem like an afterthought, an attempt to bring some glam to the groom’s side of the altar. These fragrant blooms actually have a long, very READ MORE…

Honeymoon Ireland – In the Green City Fun When it comes to a great honeymoon getaway, Ireland is an excellent choice, whether you like city excitement, pastoral countryside, or a mixture of the two. Airports in Dublin and Shannon make it easy to start on either the east or west READ MORE…

Winter is almost over and in Southern California that means the weather will be heating up…and fast. When planning your summer wedding, it’s important to also think about your summer catering menu. Planning menu items to keep your guests cool will keep them happy and focused on the stars of READ MORE…

Let Nature Be Your Color Guide Woodland Inspiration This is a great year for weddings and the Southern California weather affords you the opportunity to use many colors to make your day unique and extra special. The sunshine brings with it vibrant hues, elegant neutrals and prefect color combinations regardless READ MORE…

Three months until the wedding. What still needs to be done? Check your notes and wedding calendar! There are 3 months left until the big day! What do to? Are you forgetting anything? This is a great time to start checking things off your list and adding any last minute READ MORE…

Live music sets the scene Whether you are planning an extravagant event or an intimate affair, live music will set the scene. Live music is a very important aspect to any event. When planning your wedding or event, it is easy to get caught up in the details, like parking, READ MORE…

Hire a band, why? Music has been compared to angelic voices. Choosing the musical voices for your dream day deserves careful consideration. The bandleader at your reception does more than simply cue the musicians when to start and stop. Bandleaders act as the emcee, announcing significant dances, the throwing of READ MORE…

The role of the wedding toasts can vary depending on the person who is giving the toast Author: Laurie Snyder While traditionally the father of the bride toast the newlyweds, more mothers of the bride are grabbing the mic and some of the spotlight for themselves. The format for both READ MORE…