The recent fires in Southern California have me thinking about couples whose weddings are impacted by natural disasters. As a professional wedding planner, I know how heartbreaking this can be. Here are seven steps to help you confidently navigate this difficult time.
Last week, I had the absolute pleasure of giving a motivational presentation at the luxury floral conference, Intrigued Experience, and I can only describe it as the “happiest place on earth.” Floral superstar Sarah Campbell curated an extraordinary, pink wonderland (in a pink hotel, no less!) where positive energy radiated, and every encounter was a joy.
Earlier this week, I had the pleasure of attending a VIP tour and dinner at the Manor 1858, located in Leesburg, Virginia. I enjoyed this tour and dinner with my wonderful colleagues in the wedding industry. The evening attire was themed “Ralph Lauren meets Chloé,” a beautiful fusion of elegant denim, flowing femininity, and just […]
The Manor 1858 is the newest luxury event venue in Loudoun County, and I was eager to see what it had to offer. Initially, I had my reservations about the distance—a 90-minute drive from Bowie, Maryland can feel like quite the trek. But the moment I arrived, I knew the journey had been more than worth it.
Nestled in Maryland’s scenic beauty, the historic Black Walnut Point Inn provides a backdrop that feels like it’s straight out of a fairytale. The gardens and the surroundings create an ambiance that is both romantic and tranquil, making it the ideal location for your special day — especially your wedding ceremony.
When your wedding has the most gorgeous flowers, created by the talented team at Sarah Khan Event Styling and Design, you step back to soak it all in. The colors of these gorgeous blooms felt so rich that they looked like silk.
Professional wedding planners wear many hats. Sure, the “planner” hat may be the largest and most important, but when it comes to our couples, our role extends far beyond the boundaries of coordinating logistics.
If you are a getting married, you are more than likely going to have wedding guests traveling to town to attend your wedding. As a courtesy, you should secure a block of hotel rooms for them at a nearby, reputable hotel. Unless you work in the hospitality industry, you may not know everything to goes into booking a hotel room block.
If you are planning to host a wedding or event, consider the newly renovated Oaks Waterfront Hotel on Maryland’s Eastern Shore