Real Life Insights: EA Bride Fall 2012

I have recently started working on a new article for EA Bride, Real Life Insights. The purpose of this article is to provide tips and updates on the wedding market. There is a Going Green Tip, Current Trend Alert, A Budget Buster, and advice from couples that have been married for quite some time.
This article is great to catch a tidbit of information that is useful to your planning, decorations, and marriage.

Green Candle Options for Your Reception

Wedding Bloopers: Butterfly Release

Real Life Insights- Summer 2012

I have recently started working on a new article for EA Bride, Real Life Insights. The purpose of this article is to provide tips and updates on the wedding market. There is a Going Green Tip, Current Trend Alert, A Budget Buster, and advice from couples that have been married for quite some time.
This article is great to catch a tidbit of information that is useful to your planning, decorations, and marriage.

DIY: Cork Place Cards

Words of the Wedding Wise- Summer 2012

Within each issue of EA Bride, I share a tidbit of information from the inside of the industry. A little advice from me to you. The section of the magazine is called "Words of the Wedding Wise". My advise for the Summer 2012 issue is this:

Wedding Trends: What's Hot vs. What's Not Spring 2012

Looking for the latest trends in the wedding world? Here I have highlighted what is hot and what is not within the wedding industry. The article was originally published in the Springs 2012 issue of EA Bride Magazine. To view more wedding awesomeness, view the full issue here.

What's HOT:                                                                       What's NOT:
Personal Touches during the Ceremony                                 Courthouse Marriages
Shades of Purple and Gray                                                   Red and White Color Schemes
Lantern Centerpieces                                                           Floating Candle Centerpieces
Jeweled Headbands                                                             Tiaras
Hiring a Wedding Band or DJ                                                Plugging in an MP3 Player
Custom Gobos and Event Lighting                                        Christmas Lights

Cotillion Wedding featured in EA Bride Magazine!

Hugh and Kirby have been selected to be featured in EA Bride! The Cotillion is so thrilled to see this wedding selected, their love story and photos are so fun! Look below to find all of the amazing wedding professionals that made their day so delightful.

Words of the Wedding Wise: Winter 2011

Within each issue of EA Bride, I share a tidbit of information from the inside of the industry. A little advice from me to you. The section of the magazine is called "Words of the Wedding Wise". My advise for the Winter 2011 issue is this:

Wedding Trends: What's Hot vs. What's Not Winter 2011

Looking for the latest trends in the wedding world? Here I have highlighted what is hot and what is not within the wedding industry. The article was originally published in the Winter 2011 issue of EA Bride Magazine. To view more wedding awesomeness, view the full issue here.

 What's HOT:                                                                       What's NOT:
Unique Neckline Gowns                                                         Shoulder Pad with Full Sleeve Gown
Outdoor Venues                                                                    Church Basement
Satin                                                                                    Tulle
Feather, Fabric, & Wood Centerpieces                                    Basic Floral Arrangement
Color Tinted Wedding Cake                                                    Lighten Fountain Cake
Unique Card Box                                                                   Bird Cage Card Box

Words of the Wedding Wise: Fall 2011

 
Within each issue of EA Bride, I share a tidbit of information from the inside of the industry. A little advice from me to you. The section of the magazine is called "Words of the Wedding Wise". My advise for the Fall 2011 issue is this:

"Do you have a lot of out-of-town guests fly in to Kansas City for your wedding? Chat with your venue manager to see if it would be possible to negotiate rates with nearby hotels. Pass this discount on to your guests along with a map from their hotel to all wedding activities. Make your guests fell even more special by having your caterer prepare and place Welcome Baskets in each hotel room before arrival."

Wedding Trends: What's Hot vs. What's Not Fall 2011

Looking for the latest trends in the wedding world? Here I have highlighted what is hot and what is not within the wedding industry. The article was originally published in the Summer 2011 issue of EA Bride Magazine. To view more wedding awesomeness, view the full issue here.

What's HOT:                                                                       What's NOT:
Wedding Dress Change After First Dance                            Trashing the Dress
Wedding Website                                                              Overage Charges from Cell Phone Carrier
Unique Groom's Cake                                                        Grandma's Mystery Chocolate Cake Creation
Stocked Cookie & Candy Bar                                             Screen-printed Couples Photo M&M's
Organized Children Activities with Childcare Provider            Adult Guests Chasing After Their Children
Surprise Choreographed Dance                                           Skipping Dance Lessons
Photo Thank You Cards                                                      Lifeless Wedding Stationary

Words of the Wedding Wise: Summer 2011

Within each issue of EA Bride, I share a tidbit of information from the inside of the industry. A little advice from me to you. The section of the magazine is called "Words of the Wedding Wise". My advise for the Summer 2011 issue is this:

It is crucial to develop a floor plan for your event. Leaving the layout to chance can inhibit the true potential of your reception. Ask your venue if they have sample floor plans and if they will allow you to customize the layout for your event. There are a few key point to remember before checking this task off your list:

1. Seat yourself first- and as the main focal point of the room
2. Allow for extra space around the head table
3. Allow extra space for lines around the buffet and bar
4. Don't seat guests right next to the restroom
5. Develop a plan for guest flow from the buffet, table, dance floor and bar to their tables.

To read more amazing tips from wedding professional, view the full issue here.