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With all of the events I've had the pleasure of being a part of for over a decade...I have so many experiences to share with you! While here, you may find inspiration for your wedding day, corporate function or the things I like to get into when I'm not planning like a BOSS!

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Intro As the holiday season approaches, you might find yourself tasked with planning a corporate Christmas wedding. You want to ensure that your event is memorable and distinctive, but with so much to consider and a deadline looming, finding unique, trending favor ideas can seem like an insurmountable task. Luckily, we’ve compiled a list of […]

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Planning a wedding in Houston can be exciting but also overwhelming, especially when it comes to finding the perfect vendors. From florists to caterers, photographers to DJs, the list of vendors needed to pull off your big day can quickly grow. But at what point do you know when you’ve found enough vendors? If you […]

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Picture this: You’re sitting at your kitchen table, surrounded by vendor contracts, with the not-so-glamorous task of figuring out who’s worth what you’re paying. Your florist is charging more than you’d pay for a used car, your DJ wants a deposit bigger than your rent, and the photographer’s bill might just require a second mortgage. […]

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Hey Brides, this post is for you! I know from both a planner perspective and a former bride perspective that planning a wedding can be as overwhelming as trying to fold a fitted sheet. You start with high hopes, but somewhere along the way, you’re lost in a pile of “must-have” Pinterest boards, seating charts, […]

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The lead up to your wedding day is an exciting time, but also a stressful one. Even if you’re the most relaxed couple in the world, there’s a lot to be done. Creating your dream wedding day takes time and effort, and there’s multiple decisions to be made. It can become overwhelming if you don’t […]

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Guide to Pre-Wedding Self-Care for You and Your Partner

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So, you’re planning your wedding and have decided to book your own caterer—exciting, right? If you’re anything like most couples, choosing the perfect food to serve your guests is a big deal! But there’s more to booking a caterer than just sampling delicious dishes (although that is the fun part). As a Houston wedding planner, […]

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When it comes to wedding planning, securing a hotel room block is one of those essential steps you don’t want to overlook. Whether you’re hosting a destination wedding or just ensuring your out-of-town guests have a convenient place to stay, a wedding room block offers a stress-free solution for both you and your guests. But […]

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Planning a wedding involves many moving parts, but one way to streamline the process and keep everyone in the loop is by creating a wedding website. Not only does it help your guests stay informed, but it’s also a great way to add a personal touch to your big day. In this post, I’ll guide […]

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Everywhere you turn—whether online or in a bookstore—there are countless wedding checklists that can feel overwhelming. Whether you came to this blog looking for a checklist or seeking an alternative way to plan your wedding, I’m here to offer a different approach. Instead of relying on a traditional wedding checklist, I view weddings through the […]