Jessica and Matthew at The Dominion Club

Jessica and Matthew at The Dominion Club

Jessica and Matthew’s love story began in the most unexpected of places—amid the hustle and bustle of their workplace. It was March 2016 when Jessica, a fresh recruit at the USPS, found herself shadowing Matthew to learn the ropes of the job. Their connection grew...

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Jessica and Matthew at The Dominion Club

Jessica and Matthew at The Dominion Club

Jessica and Matthew’s love story began in the most unexpected of places—amid the hustle and bustle of their workplace. It was March 2016 when Jessica, a fresh recruit at the USPS, found herself shadowing Matthew to learn the ropes of the job. Their connection grew...

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Heather and Jack at The Estate at River Run

Heather and Jack at The Estate at River Run

Heather and Jack were introduced through a mutual friend in their college town at Virginia Tech! Jack made his move and asked Heather to join him at his fraternity’s date function and they began officially dating shortly after that.  Due to both of their heavy...

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Real Richmond Wedding | Bailey and Liam at Linden Row Inn

Real Richmond Wedding | Bailey and Liam at Linden Row Inn

Bailey and Liam September 3, 2022  Bailey and Liam: a modern-day love story. It all started with a ‘like’ on an incoming freshman Facebook page for Christopher Newport University. This turned into a follow on every other social media platform all within 5 minutes!...

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Meet the Experts

Vendor Spotlight | Sharon with Tiffanys Bridal

Vendor Spotlight | Sharon with Tiffanys Bridal

We're taking a dive into the world of Sharon, Owner and Manager of Tiffany's Bridal! Keep reading as she shares the intricacies of her journey, from starting as the go-to girl for wedding planning to becoming a beloved bridal salon owner. Learn about her cherished...

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Vendor Spotlight | Dianna Lester with Inn at Blackstone

Vendor Spotlight | Dianna Lester with Inn at Blackstone

We are so excited to get a sneak peek into the life of The Inn at Blackstone's Director of Sales & Events, Dianna Lester! If you didn't get a chance to meet the lady behind the business at our Richmond Weddings Summer Show, you get a second chance. Dianna is...

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Vendor Spotlight | Gillian with Mankin Mansion

Vendor Spotlight | Gillian with Mankin Mansion

Today we're meeting... Gillian Zehr, Wedding and Event Planner, with Mankin Mansion. Gillian is giving us the inside scoop behind the wedding process and spilling her secrets... Keep reading to learn more! If you care to share, how did you get to where you are now?...

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Food & Drink

Add a WOW Factor to Your Cocktail Hour

By Kim Moody, The Estate at River Run The cocktail hour is typically immediately following the ceremony before the formalities of the reception begin. Usually, during this time, you and the wedding party will be taking pictures, so it’s important that there’s a sense...

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Honeymoon & Travel

Honeymoon Tips on a Budget

Honeymoon Tips on a Budget

Champagne Taste, Beer Budget: How to Afford the Tropical Honeymoon of Your Dreams By Christine Hardenberger, Owner of Modern Travel Professionals Alright lovebirds, you've splurged on the perfect dress, the freshest flowers, the fanciest venue, the mouth-watering...

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Wedding Planning | Honeymoon Timeline | Journeys Inc

Wedding Planning | Honeymoon Timeline | Journeys Inc

By Kim Goldstein with Journeys Inc.  Wedding planning is fun, but it also can be stressful at times. However, the honeymoon is the only part of all the planning that is just for the wedding couple! It’s the beginning of your new life together, and in many cases, this...

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The Biggest Honeymoon Booking Mistake

The Biggest Honeymoon Booking Mistake

By Christine Hardenberger, Owner of Modern Travel Professionals Once you say the “I do’s” and the getaway car pulls away, we’re guessing you’re going to be ready to relax and get the post-nuptial vacation started. Hooray! Time to get the honeymoon started! You drive...

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Beauty & Wellness

Five Ways to Enhance Your Smile on Your Wedding Day

By. Emilie Ellis Hygienist with Cosmetic and Laser Dental Spa of Richmond To prepare for your wedding day, it is encouraged to do an initial consult with an orthodontist or dentist approximately one year in advance. This allows enough time to know when to start each...

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Hair and Makeup Planning Tips for Your Wedding Day

Hair and Makeup Planning Tips for Your Wedding Day

By Candice Hardy, Society 11:11 Book a beauty team for both you and your bride tribe 6-12 months out Hair and makeup artists are highly sought and tend to book FAST. Not only are they serving brides, they are also working in television & film, photography,...

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