Creating a wedding budget is one of the first, and most important, steps in your wedding planning process. A thoughtful, realistic budget does more than manage expenses; it sets the tone for a planning journey that feels intentional, organized, and far less stressful. For couples planning a wedding, clarity around finances creates freedom rather than limitation. Here are some tips for couples to keep in mind when creating a wedding budget.
Wedding planning should feel like an exciting season of teamwork, and not a recurring argument about money. Yet one of the most common challenges couples face during wedding planning is how often the wedding budget becomes the center of every conversation. When cost dominates every decision, it quietly chips away at joy, trust, and emotional safety.
You’re trusting someone with your vision, your budget, your guests, and often your reputation. Whether you’re planning a conference, a milestone celebration, or a once-in-a-lifetime event, the right event planner can make the experience feel seamless and supported. The wrong one? That regret tends to linger long after the last guest leaves.
One of the most common questions couples ask during the wedding planning process is simple, but critical, “When should we mail our wedding invitations? And, when should guests RSVP?” These dates may seem minor, but they directly affect your guest count, catering numbers, seating chart, rentals, and overall wedding day flow.
Thanksgiving is more than just a meal, it’s a moment. A time to gather, a time to give thanks, and a time to serve up a plate full of love, intention, and a little bit of culinary magic. 🧡 And at the center of it all? That perfectly roasted turkey.
Thanksgiving is more than just a meal, it’s a gathering of hearts, a celebration of gratitude, and a moment to nourish both body and soul. It doesn’t matter if you are hosting a large family reunion or an intimate dinner with close friends, there is one question that always lingers for holiday hosts, “How much food should I make for Thanksgiving Dinner?”
Planning your wedding means juggling countless details, such as florals, timelines, menus, outfits, and more. But there’s one surprisingly simple (yet critical) detail that many couples overlook on their wedding day: the marriage license.
We’re humbled and thrilled to share that my party advice was recently featured in an article on the Martha Stewart Living website!
Here is one of the first things you will realize on your wedding day — A wedding day will not always run perfectly on time, and that’s okay!