Chloe with The Preserve at Dundee

Chloe with The Preserve at Dundee

Meet Chloe, Director of Hospitality and Events with The Preserve at Dundee! Chloe found her love for events while working in sweet home Alabama. Read about how her past experience led to her current role, and what wedding trend she's been loving! Tell us how many...

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Natalie and Zack at The Barns of Kanak

Natalie and Zack at The Barns of Kanak

April 6, 2024 How They Met Natalie and Zack first met after being set up by a mutual friend. After first meeting at youth group on Wednesday, they went on their first official date that Friday where Zack took Nat to a soccer field to try and teach her how to play...

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Lindsey and Daniel at Upper Shirley Vineyards

Lindsey and Daniel at Upper Shirley Vineyards

November 12, 2022 Fate was working hard for Daniel and Lindsey. Daniel was living life in New York before a job opportunity called him to Virginia. Lindsey found herself calling Richmond home after her studies in college. After a few friendly connections and work...

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Ceanna and Faiz in Maidens, VA

Ceanna and Faiz in Maidens, VA

October 14, 2023 Ceanna and Faiz have been friends since high school and by chance went to college together at James Madison University. It was during their senior year when they decided to make things official.  Ever since the two started dating, summertime...

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Cross and Rachel at The Gala 417

Cross and Rachel at The Gala 417

February 2, 2024 It all began when one of Rachel's high school friends begged her to tag along to a fall ball game one September evening. After some convincing, Rachel caved and happened to interact with a boy she had seen around but never actually talked to. They hit...

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Chloe with The Preserve at Dundee

Chloe with The Preserve at Dundee

Meet Chloe, Director of Hospitality and Events with The Preserve at Dundee! Chloe found her love for events while working in sweet home Alabama. Read about how her past experience led to her current role, and what wedding trend she's been loving! Tell us how many...

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Savannah with The Berkeley Hotel

Savannah with The Berkeley Hotel

Today we have the lovely Savannah, Director of Sales with Kalyan Hospitality! Savannah is giving us the scoop on how she got into the wedding industry and her unique tips for engaged couples who need help choosing their vendors. Keep scrolling to read more! Tell us...

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Samuel with The Byrd Theatre Foundation

Samuel with The Byrd Theatre Foundation

We have a local favorite on the blog today... The Byrd Theatre Foundation. This historic landmark not only services entertainment needs, but is also a dream ceremony venue! Samuel Hatcher, Event Coordinator with The Byrd Theatre is giving us the inside scoop on their...

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Amanda M Perry LLC

Amanda M Perry LLC

Introducing the beautiful, lovely, and amazing Amanda Perry, owner of Amanda Perry LLC. Today we're talking all about how she got her start in the industry from the beauty guru herself. Tell us how many years have you been in the wedding industry. I started doing...

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Food & Drink

Wedding Catering | Food Service Styles

Choosing A Reception Style that is Best for You Learn Common Service Styles + the Pros and Cons to determine what is best for your wedding By Carter Sutton Aines with A Sharper Palate Catering & Events The food at your wedding is undoubtedly one of the key...

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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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Stylish Mother of the Bride and Groom Attire for the Wedding

Stylish Mother of the Bride and Groom Attire for the Wedding

For the MOMs: It’s Your Special Day Too! By Cindy George, Caryn's Bridals, Formals and Tuxedos  Your son or daughter has found the love of their life. The proposal went like a charm. The wedding date has been set and the planning begins; venue, caterers, florist and...

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