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When your family members and friends arrive at your wedding ceremony, there will be so many fun and unique ways to make them feel special. But, your guests’ wedding experience should begin with your invitations (or better yet your save the dates)

5 Helpful Tips for Making Your Guests Feel Welcome BEFORE Your Wedding Day Occurs

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If you have a friend or a family member who is about to get engaged or if you are planning to walk down the aisle yourself, here are 5 helpful books I believe newly engaged couples should read. You will find them to be very helpful.

5 Helpful Books Newly Engaged Couples Should Read

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Mexican Mimosas. Howerton+Wooten Events

I found this Mexican Mimosa recipe on the Don Julio Pinterest page, and I think it is a winner!

Mexican Mimosas

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Stacey Abrams

Howerton+Wooten Events managed the logistics of the Metropolitan AME Church program called “The Family Room.”  The event featured Stacey Abrams.

Howerton+Wooten Events Successfully Planned the Family Room Series Featuring Stacey Abrams

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Remember to Ask Potential Wedding Vendors the “Boring” But Important Questions When I meet with couples, we talk about their marriage proposal, their wedding party and their wedding day vision. And I love every minute of the discussion. But, I’m surprised by the lack of the “boring” questions that engaged couples ask.  You know which […]

10 Questions to Ask Wedding Vendors

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Woman Getting Massage at Spa. Howerton+Wooten Events.

Which Beauty Vendors Should I Tip? As your wedding day approaches, your schedule fills with beauty appointments. From hairstylists and makeup artists to nail technicians and estheticians, a team of talented professionals helps you look and feel radiant. These vendors are typically called your beauty vendors. With so many skilled hands contributing to your bridal […]

How Much Should I Tip at My Beauty Appointments?

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Wedding Vendor Gratuities. Howerton+Wooten Events.

If you don’t work in the world of events, the terms service charge and gratuity can seem like the same thing.  They are definitely not the same thing.  And, confusing them could negatively affect your wedding budget.

What’s the Difference between a Gratuity and a Service Charge?

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African American Couple. Garden Wedding. Howerton+Wooten Events.

Do you wonder if you should tip your wedding vendors like you tip a waiter or waitress? As you plan your wedding, do you wonder which wedding vendors should I tip?

Answers To Your Questions About Wedding Vendor Gratuities

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Gold Napkin. Wedding Reception. Howerton+Wooten Events.

To simplify the process, we created an easy-to-follow table linen worksheet that helps you manage every detail of your wedding day linen order. This practical tool ensures you know exactly how many linens you need, what sizes to request, and where each one belongs.

Make Wedding Linen Planning Effortless with Our Table Linen Worksheet

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