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Master Certified Wedding Planner Feature: Nikki Bettis

Certified Wedding Planner Society

Nikki Bettis Master Certified Wedding Planner Venus Rose Weddings and Events Texas To now hold the title of "Master Certified Wedding Planner" feels like the best milestone to have accomplished thus far. I have been obsessed with weddings for as long as I can remember, I started "planning" weddings for my friends and myself on PowerPoints when I was 10 years old.

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HPE Will Hold the Industry’s First Corporate Event Keynote at the Las Vegas Sphere

Event Marketer: B to C Events

The Atrium at the Las Vegas Sphere. (Credit: Sphere Entertainment Group) Step aside, U2. The corporate event marketing world is ready to take the Las Vegas Sphere and reimagine the general session experience for the industry in the process. Today, Sphere Entertainment Co. and Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) announced that Sphere will host its first keynote for a corporate event on June 18 as part of the HPE Discover conference.

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A Modern & Chic Wedding at The Intercontinental Wharf

Simply Breathe Events

In the vibrant heartbeat of the DC Metropolitan area, we had the joy of weaving a tale of love and elegance. Nikki and Brandon, with their deep roots to DC, started planning their modern and chic wedding at the Intercontinental Wharf all the way from sunny Los Angeles. Coordinating their special day across the miles was no small feat! Together, we embraced this challenge with open hearts, dedicating ourselves to crafting every detail with precision.

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Intimate Sicilian Wedding Weekend With An Explosion Of Florals

Style Me Pretty

[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”]Blush pinks, dusty rose, magenta, creams and ivory, dusty blue, and sage green.[/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”] An explosion of florals with lots of romantic pinks, creams, and greenery – very summery, whimsical. The venue has so many beautiful textures- tile, masonry, greenery in the courtyards and golden Sicilian wheat fields surrounding the winery.

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Master Certified Wedding Planner Feature: Bristol Echeverria

Certified Wedding Planner Society

Bristol Echeverria Master Certified Wedding Planner Sustainable Soirées Illinois Being a Master Certified Planner means that I have both advanced formal training and experience to draw upon as a wedding planner and, most importantly, hold myself and the vendors I work with to higher standards. About ,Sustainable Soirées: Sustainable Soirées is a wedding and event planning company led by Bristol Echeverria, a highly skilled Master Certified Wedding Planner and Certified Wedding Design Consultant.

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The 12 Best Wedding Photographers in Chicago (2024)

Peerspace

Answered Photoshoot locations on Peerspace typically cost $75 — $220 per hour. See unique photoshoot locations On the lookout for the best wedding photographers in Chicago ? We understand! Aptly nicknamed the Windy City, Chicago boasts plenty of breathtaking Instagram-worthy locations ideal for wedding photography. Many of the city’s prominent attractions, such as Millennium Park, Navy Pier, and Willis Tower, often take center stage in pictures.

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How Much to Spend on a Wedding Gift: $50 to $100 on Average

Joy

The average person spends $50-$100+ on a wedding gift, but the amount varies by their relationship with the couple and budget. After accepting a wedding invite, you probably wonder what to give the happy couple and how much to spend on a wedding gift. While there is no right or wrong price, some factors may influence your decision, such as how well you know the soon-to-be-wed and whether potential travel and lodging costs to attend are within your budget.

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Planning for Pregnancy

Certified Wedding Planner Society

According to the CDC there were 3,661,220 births reported in 2022. That’s a lot of new bundles of joy. So, for those contemplating pregnancy, or plan on growing your family in the near future, here are a few insights to keep in mind. Preparing for maternity leave: When you receive the amazing news that you are having a baby, your health care team will provide an estimated due date for delivery.

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This Custom Clear Tent At The Bride’s Family Home Was Adorned With 26,000 Twinkle Lights

Style Me Pretty

[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”] Friday: Orange, yellow, and deep pinks Saturday and Sunday: Blush and cream [/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”] Set on the private estate of the bride’s family home in the Baltimore suburbs, this Indian-Pakistani wedding celebration featured a custom clear tent design adorned with over 26,000 twinkle lights.

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The Best Wedding Florists in Ireland

One Fab Day

Looking for an Irish wedding florist? We're rounding up the best wedding florists in Ireland, from our recommended supplier directory.

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10 Unconventional Wedding Venues in Chicago (2024)

Peerspace

Answered Wedding venues on Peerspace typically cost $220 — $380 per hour. See unique wedding venues Looking for the most unconventional wedding venues in Chicago that suit your style and budget? Then Peerspace has you covered! Providing you access to the city’s most unique hidden gems is what we do. Chicago is the Midwest’s biggest city, not to mention that it’s only third on the list of the largest cities in the United States overall.

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57 Best Bridal Shower Gifts – What to Get for a Wedding Shower

Green Wedding Shoes

It’s time to shower the bride, and we’ve rounded up the best bridal shower gifts and gift ideas for the job! You’ve likely perused the registry (as you should), and you may have your eye on a thing or two. But if you ask us, the best wedding shower gifts are the ones that are all about the bride herself — so if you’re looking to add something special to the mix, we’ve found a few unique items (57, to be exact) that she’ll truly love. bridal shower advent calen

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Santa Barbara Wedding Overlooking The Pacific Ocean

Style Me Pretty

[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”] The wedding colors were French blue, classic navy, gold, muted blush, and white. [/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”] The word chic doesn’t really do this wedding justice because it’s so much more than that. It’s a balance between the elegance of Bacara Resort & Spa and the transformative design by Wedding Kate , perfectly captured by This Modern Romance.

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12 Things NOT To Do When You Get Engaged

One Fab Day

Newly engaged? How exciting! We've rounded up our best tips and advice for the things NOT to do when you get engaged. Essential reading!

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Going Guerrilla at SXSW: Three Lessons from Shipt

Event Marketer: B to C Events

“We wanted to take advantage of this once-a-year opportunity to reach such a large-scale, diverse audience to drive awareness and buzz for Shipt, but importantly, in service of creating connection with consumers. Our whole differentiator is bringing the human connection back to online shopping, and we just couldn’t pass up the opportunity to bring that brand positioning to life.

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How Much Does It Actually Cost to Be a Bridesmaid in 2024?

Junebug Weddings

Image by Jaime Denise. The role of a bridesmaid is not just an honor bestowed upon close friends and family. It’s also a commitment that involves time, effort, and, yes, money. In recent years, the costs associated with weddings have been slowly rising, and the expectations of bridesmaids have grown with them. As we make our way into 2024, being a bridesmaid is more than just showing up on the wedding day with a smile—it can be a significant financial burden.

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Wild Garden Wedding at San Ysidro Ranch Lush With Thousands of Flowers

Style Me Pretty

[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”]Pink, Orange, Green[/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”] From Imagine… Our design was a romantic European Old World Royal garden feel with an abundance of flowers in a warm summery palette of peaches and pinks with an accent of green textures.

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20 Things That Only Happen at an Irish Wedding

One Fab Day

If crisp sandwiches, Riverdance, and an emergency bottle of aftersun don't happen at your Irish wedding, are you even legally married?

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Expressing Love in Words: Choosing Wedding Ceremony Readings

Weddings From The Heart

Photo Credit: freestocks via Unsplash Choosing your wedding ceremony readings goes beyond mere words; it is a reflection of you and your partner’s unique connection, expressing your shared memories, dreams, and aspirations. Choosing the right wedding ceremony readings allows you to express your love in words as unique as your journey together.

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Unwrapping the Display Wedding Shower: Pros and Cons to This Gift-Giving Trend

Love Inc. Mag

Ditch the wrapping paper and awkward moments with the display wedding shower. Dive into the sparkling new trend that's been causing a stir in the wedding world: the Display Wedding Shower. Far from your traditional shower, where gifts are shrouded in layers of glossy paper and hidden behind big, bold bows, this innovative approach lays everything out in the open.

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Understanding Exactly What It Means to Be a Luxury Wedding Planner – The Why Behind the Price

Style Me Pretty

The editorial team here at SMP recently had the exciting opportunity to interview planner extraordinaire Becca Atchison, Founding Partner & Creative Director at Rebecca Rose Events. She's spilling all the details about exactly what it means to be a Luxury Wedding Planner - from their typical clientele and the average cost of their services, to words of advice and questions to ask before signing the dotted line.

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Say 'I Do' to the Martinstown House Open Day This April

One Fab Day

If you've always dreamed of hosting your wedding in a beautiful country home, Martinstown House in Co. Kildare could be the spot for you.

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The Brief: Rainbow Hunting and Mountaintop Skincare

Event Marketer: B to C Events

FIVE THINGS TO KNOW THIS WEEK This week’s hot takes on hot topics in experiential marketing cover mountaintop skincare at the Kiehl’s Ski Lounge, sexy 3D printing and St. Patrick’s day rainbow-hunting. KIEHL’S We’ve never hit the slopes only to find a skincare bar waiting at the bottom of the mountain, but consumers gliding through Wyoming’s Jackson Hole Mountain Resort earlier this month did.

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Tips for Creating a Wedding Budget

Love Inc. Mag

Top strategies for crafting your dream wedding budget without breaking the bank. It's probably not a shocker to learn that a wedding is a massive expense. What might be a bit of a shock is just how much of an expense it can genuinely be. According to statistics, the average wedding in 2023 cost $30,000 — a $2,000 increase over the past year — and a number that shows no signs of slowing down.

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An Austin Rehearsal Dinner With Elevated Western Style

Style Me Pretty

[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”]The rehearsal dinner palette is blue and white with deep and bright reds, oranges, and yellows. [/field] [field title=”Design / Vibe / Vision”]We definitely played up on the Texas location, with a western themed after party. Guests entered through a floral archway covered in straw cowboy hats, and guests were given colorful bandanas to wear.

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Wedding Celebrant, Solemniser or Officiant: What's the Difference?

One Fab Day

A common question is what is a wedding celebrant, an officiant and a solemniser? Well, we explain the differences right here!

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This transgender lesbian wedding had a PB&J unity sandwich

Offbeat Wed

We were high school sweethearts! I asked Cassandra on our first date because I wanted her to take me to prom, but I planned to split up when she left for college in the fall. We've been glued together for eight years now.

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37 Best Taylor Swift Tattoo Ideas That Are Classy and Cute

Green Wedding Shoes

When a friendship bracelet just isn’t enough, these Taylor Swift tattoo ideas will take your Swiftie status to the next level! As fellow Swifties, we LOVE the idea of memorializing your favorite song or album with a rad tattoo. Whether its the line that changed your life or a cute symbol to represent the Eras Tour , these tattoos are the perfect way to commemorate your love for all things Taylor — forever & always. via @swiftovia temporary tattoos: wearFINK on Etsy via @kirakiratattoos

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Where Trends Meet Tradition in a Pastel Palette at The Guild

Style Me Pretty

[section title=”The Planning”] [field title=”Wedding Colors”] Soft and romantic tones of lilac, blush, champagne and buttercream paired with neutrals in taupe, sage and terra-cotta with citrus and poppy touches and gold accents for the first day then transitioned into neutrals of creams, sand, walnut and deep sage with soft tones of apricot, peach and blush paired with Bordeaux, berry and accents of marigold and wood for the second day!

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FAQ: Should You Invite Your Mum To Your Hen Party?

One Fab Day

Handy rules for this delicate hen party dilemma

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The 8 Best Lifestyle Photographers in Destin (2024)

Peerspace

Answered Photoshoot locations on Peerspace typically cost $75 — $220 per hour. See unique photoshoot locations Lifestyle photography is one of our favorite genres because it covers so much ground! From family portraits to branding and boudoir photography , anything can be lifestyle photography so long as it conveys a narrative about real-life events from an artistic lens.