Advice & Etiquette

Set the Mood with Tabletop Design

By David Darby, Wedding and Event Specialist at Rent-E-Quip Wedding décor is a funny thing. Each choice may seem simple but can become overwhelming trying to figure out a way to combine every Pinterest Pin into a cohesive design. But combining individual choices and...

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Start the Party with Your First Dance

Start the Party with Your First Dance

By Ashley Kipps and Jumarcelon Castro, Owners of Arthur Murray Richmond Dance Center Since the turn of the 21st-century, weddings have evolved from the traditional church setting to getting married in a barn! We’ve traded our camcorders for smartphones, and we’ve...

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Destination Wedding Checklist

Destination Wedding Checklist

By Kim Goldstein with Journeys, Inc. Here’s a sample timeline that can be used after your initial deposit for your destination wedding has been confirmed! 12+ Months Before Determine an estimated budget for your wedding ceremony, reception, any additional activities,...

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8 Reasons to Have a Photo Booth

Andrea Maradiaga Richmond Photo booth reasons photo booth wedding photos and Article by Andrea Maradiaga with Richmond Photobooth Still on the fence about adding a photo booth to your wedding? We're here to help! 1. Entertainment for your guests. While you’re off with...

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DIY Wedding Ideas

DIY Wedding Ideas

By Paula Clark Ramirez with Historic Mankin Mansion No matter how trends change, one thing that will always remain popular for weddings is the drive to DIY. It goes back to our roots. Weddings were once very personal affairs. The members of a household, community or...

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Napkin Folding 101

Napkin Folding 101

By Party Perfect Did you know you can make your tablescapes more interesting and glamorous without spending more money? An easy and fun way to make this miracle happen is through fun, festive, or fancy napkin folds! Use the napkins you already rented for your tables...

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Napkin Folding 101

Napkin Folding 101

By Party Perfect Did you know you can make your tablescapes more interesting and glamorous without spending more money? An easy and fun way to make this miracle happen is through fun, festive, or fancy napkin folds! Use the napkins you already rented for your tables...

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Be Our Guest!

By Alexa Jupe with Marylee Marmer Events The time has finally come! It’s your wedding weekend, and guests from all over are coming to celebrate your big day. With so many people arriving, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, and that there’s just no way you can greet every...

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Strolling Brunch Weddings

By Paula Clark Ramirez with Historic Mankin Mansion Sometimes couples get into a rut when thinking about when to hold their weddings. The traditional Saturday evening dinner and dancing is the default and it certainly appeals to countless people, but it’s not your...

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Main Street Station – This Changes Everything!

By Marissa McCormick “I like to say it looks like the Eiffel Tower on its side.” Jeannie Welliver, Project Development Manager, describes Main Street Station as she logs onto her computer in the government office adjacent to the station. The offices are attached to...

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