Wedding Catering Tips
Questions to Consider When Curating Your Wedding Weekend Culinary Experience -- An interview with Bartizan’s Executive Sous Chef, Nick Lawrence What style of dinner service best suits your event? When crafting your culinary experience, first pick your style of...
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Building Stronger Relationships for the Common Wealth
In all the excitement of wedding planning, no one wants to think about divorce. Trust us, it’s not...
Luisa and Matthew at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
Matt was Luisa’s very first Tinder date. They met up at a restaurant in Carytown on July 2nd,...
Real Weddings
Building Stronger Relationships for the Common Wealth
In all the excitement of wedding planning, no one wants to think about divorce. Trust us, it’s not something we want to talk about in a wedding magazine either! But with roughly 50% of marriages ending in divorce or separation, it’s something we HAVE to talk about!...
Luisa and Matthew at the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts
Matt was Luisa’s very first Tinder date. They met up at a restaurant in Carytown on July 2nd, 2018, and immediately hit it off. Fast forward 2 months and one date to the VMFA later, Mark asked Luisa to be his girlfriend! After almost 3 years of dating and a full year...
Liz and Brittany at The Dominion Energy Center
Liz and Brittany met online in April of 2021. After eagerly awaiting a first date, both left vacations a day early to go on a lunch date —where the beginning to their forever began! One fall day, Brittany planned the ultimate date doing all of their favorite...
Min and Michael at Historic Tuckahoe
Min and Michael initially met at church in 2012. The friendship flourished over the years. After almost 10 years, the pair had their first date in August 2021! In November 2022, after some fun exploring the city and eating good food, it was time to make the trek back...
Meet the Experts
Vendor Spotlight | Stephen and Jennie with Carbone Photo Co LLC
Join us in welcoming one of our newest members to the Richmond Wedding Family... Stephen and Jennie, Owners of Carbone Photo Company LLC! Today they're giving us an exclusive look into what it's like being a husband and wife duo in the wedding industry. Keep reading...
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...
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...
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?...
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...
Upgrade Your Rehearsal | Tips to planning your rehearsal dinner
By Paula Ramirez with Historic Mankin Mansion So often couples completely and faithfully fall in line with tradition. However, these days we’re seeing fresher, more favorable upgrades to weddings, particularly when it comes to the rehearsal. Here are a few tips and...
Honeymoon & Travel
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...
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...
Honeymoon Now or Later? Traveling Safe + Smart During Uncertain COVID Times
By Kim Goldstein with Journeys Inc. Sometimes life doesn’t go exactly as planned and that impacts your travel plans. COVID-19 took the United States by surprise and forced a lot of happy couples to reconsider their honeymoons and destination weddings and move them to...
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...
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...
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,...
Agnihotri Cosmetic Facial Surgery – More than just a pretty face
Flawless Wedding Makeup Starts with Healthy Skin! By Shalese Higginbotham, POSH PR® It’s no secret that on wedding days, people want to look their absolute best. As a bride, groom, or parent, you’ve probably been dreaming of this monumental day for years. You’ll be...
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...