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Welcome to our wedding & event planning blog! We offer valuable advice and inspiration for planning your wedding or event with heart and with soul. Welcome to our wedding & event planning blog! We offer valuable advice and inspiration for planning your wedding or event with heart and with soul.

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No one spends months planning a wedding only to have their guests remember one thing: the gastrointestinal distress. Yet here we are.

What to Do When Your Salad Is the Most Dangerous Part of Your Wedding

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After nearly two decades of planning weddings, I have learned that there are two types of wedding capacities: what “technically fits” and what actually feels good to your guests. I’m here to help you know the difference.

Wedding Planning Lies Couples Have Been Told

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If you intend to get married during the month of April, May or June 2026, check out the weekend sunset schedule. This schedule is also a great list to reference if you intend to take engagement photos during the months of April, May and June 2026. 

Sunset Schedule for April, May and June 2026 Weekends

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A wedding at the Meridian House offers couples a rare opportunity to celebrate their love in one of the city’s most iconic historic estates. Here are seven (7) essential planning tips to help you thoughtfully plan your Meridian House.

What to Know When Planning a Wedding at the Meridian House

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Whether you’re hosting a luxury wedding or a corporate gala, here are six (6) essential things to know when planning an event at the Gaylord National.

What to Know When Planning an Event at Gaylord National

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A Modern Vow Renewal at the Gaylord National Resort As a professional wedding planner and a hopeless romantic, I consider it a massive honor to plan vow renewals. There is something incredibly sacred about love that has endured, evolved, and deepened over decades. My entire team and I felt this profoundly while planning Sandra and […]

Wedding Day Love for Sandra and Melvin at the Gaylord National

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Planning a wedding or event at the InterContinental Washington DC – The Wharf is an opportunity to create something truly memorable. Nestled along the Potomac River, this luxury waterfront hotel blends modern sophistication with the energy of one of Washington DC’s most vibrant neighborhoods. Whether you are planning a luxury wedding, a corporate conference, or an upscale social event, understanding how to maximize this venue will elevate both the guest experience and the overall success of your event. Listed below are five (5) essential things to know when planning a wedding, conference, or special event at the InterContinental Washington DC – The Wharf.

Planning an Event at the InterContinental Washington DC

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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.

How to Choose the Right Event Planner

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Some engaged couples delight in planning their wedding themselves, thoughtfully curating every detail to reflect their love story. But as your celebration draws near, even the most carefully laid plans deserve the touch of an experienced professional to ensure your day unfolds with effortless grace. That’s where Vows by Howerton+Wooten Events comes in.

The “Vows” Collection, by Howerton+Wooten Events

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