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How to create a wedding timeline
Planning a wedding can most definitely prove to be a stressful task for the bride, groom, and everyone in the wedding party. Staying organized by creating a wedding day timeline can really eliminate a lot of that stress leading up to the big day. When the big day finally arrives, you’ll feel a lot more relaxed knowing that your timeline has been set into place. Here are some great tips to follow in order to [...]
Wedding Dresses for Every Figure
What’s the first thing that comes to a bride-to-be’s mind when planning her wedding? The dress, of course! Every bride deserves to feel especially beautiful on her wedding day. Having the perfect dress that compliments her specific body type will help her achieve that. The perfect dress should be flattering to the bride’s unique silhouette and leave her feeling confident and straight out of a fairy tale. There are 8 main styles [...]
The Difference Between a Wedding Planner or Venue Coordinator
Many brides and soon to be married couples don’t know the difference between an independent wedding planner and an on-site venue coordinator. While independent wedding planners and venue coordinators have some similarities they are certainly not the same, and unless you’re in the wedding industry the difference between the two can be confusing. To make sure you know exactly what each professional offers, we’ve put together a list of their dos and don’ts as [...]
He Loves Me, He Loves Me Not…
Dating back to the era of ancient Greeks and Romans, the bride and groom were often adorned with garland around their necks as a good luck charm. The garland was a symbol of the couple’s new life together, representing hope and the gift of future fertility. Women also carried bouquets, but Instead of flowers, a spray of fresh herbs and spices was carried and thought to repel evil spirits and increase sexual desire! [...]
Wedding Anniversary Ideas
Wedding anniversaries are such a lovely celebration. Marriage can be tough, so every year is a milestone and an accomplishment- an accomplishment definitely worth celebrating. There are some people who like to make it a tradition to do the same thing every year. But others like to switch it up and find new ways every year to celebrate. Some people choose to be traditional and romantic, while others like to be spontaneous and adventurous. [...]
Which Wedding Gown Style Is Right For You?
There are so many different styles of wedding gowns to choose from. Finding the perfect style to flatter your silhouette can sometimes be stressful and overwhelming. A bride wants to look beautiful and flattering in every way on her wedding day. It’s important to know what styles will fit your body type the best so that you can feel comfortable and confident on your big day. Before you head to the bridal shop [...]
7 Unique ways to pop the question
Planning an unforgettable proposal can be intimidating and stressful. We’ve all seen some of the most common ways to propose in movies and on television. The infamous dinner proposal at a fancy restaurant, Christmas proposals under the tree, on the beach during vacation, or at a famous location like the Eiffel Tower or the Empire State. Maybe you’re looking to impress your significant other with something more creative and outside the box. If you [...]
How to set a wedding budget
You’re finally engaged to the person of your dreams and you couldn’t be more excited to plan the wedding of a lifetime. In your mind, the sky is the limit for how far you’ll go for the smile of your beloved and how much you’ll spend on your wedding. Once you come down from cloud nine, it will be time to get real and get down to business. How much are you going to [...]
The Origin of the First Dance
When it comes to traditions and superstitions, there are many surrounding the wedding ceremony. Standing the test of time, they have been passed down for literal centuries and are a fun way to make the big day even more special! Something old, something new, something barrowed, something blue… From the new couple cutting the cake together to throwing the bouquet, and being showered with rice, there are tons of wedding traditions we all love to [...]
Tips on writing your own vows
As you stand with the one you love on your wedding day, the feelings can be overwhelming. take a moment to breathe it all in. Be present, forget the stress, and allow yourself to imagine that it’s just the two of you. The vows, are the most important part of the big day. One way to really connect with your partner on your wedding day, is to write your own vows. This can take [...]
Unique Anniversary Gifts
Celebrating the anniversary of the day you said I do to your love, only comes around once a year… That’s why it’s important to make the most out of it. It should be a special occasion, whether it is your first year of marriage or your fortieth! Couples sometimes find that it can be hard to come up with fresh ideas when it comes to gift giving though. We fall into a pattern of [...]
DIY Wedding Bouquets & Arrangements
When you picture your dream wedding, you may envision flowers everywhere! Or maybe just a beautiful bouquet to carry down the aisle and some simple center pieces at the reception. Many people may stress about this part of the wedding planning. Yes, you can be charged an arm and a leg at the florist... but you don’t have to. Flowers can be expensive, but if you choose the right flowers based on season and [...]
TOP 50 BEST SONGS FOR YOUR FATHER/DAUGHTER DANCE
Of course there are many special memories made throughout your wedding day that you will be sure to cherish for the rest of your life. However, not too many of them can top that oh-so-sweet father/daughter dance. This is not only a very special and memorable moment for you, but for your father as well. This dance is such a monumental event in a father’s life. Chances are, he will be just as much [...]
How to make a wedding cake match your theme?
So it’s that time. You’ve chosen the colors for your wedding, decided who is going to be your attendants, started doing your invitations, and picked out your dream wedding flowers. So what about the cake? Have you thought about the cake yet? It’s so easy to incorporate the colors of your wedding into the cake. From that delicious buttercream icing dyed the perfect hue of pink for your wedding to adding sugar flowers, [...]
Unique Wedding Guest Book Ideas
Message in a Bottle Have your guests write a note to you. Place it in a bottle and open the bottle on your anniversary! Snap, stick & sign Ask your guests to take a polaroid picture of themselves and pop them in your guestbook along with a message. Jenga! Have your guests write a piece of advice on a jenga piece. Now you’ll have something to [...]
The Origin Of The Bridal Party
Wedding season is in high swing. Couples have spent months planning their special day. The dress. The tux. The flowers. The bridal party. Putting together a wedding takes time and a lot of thought. Choosing the bridal party can be overwhelming because it’s such an emotional task. To alleviate a little stress, read on for a few fun facts on the history of the bridal party. Ancient Roman Wedding Traditions [...]
Wedding Flowers to Compliment the Season
As you plan your wedding day, there are endless options. Brides typically look forward to picking out a dress and deciding on colors and décor. But figuring out which flowers to carry down the aisle can be a daunting task. You want to choose flowers that not only reflect your style and taste, but also complement the season in which you’re getting married. We’ve compiled 4 short lists of in bloom flowers, by [...]
Emergency Kit
It’s the big day! Everything is going perfectly. Your hair and makeup appointment were done on time. You get to the location of where you are getting ready. The girls and you had a light lunch. Then, It was time to get your dress on.  Your maid of honor helps you into your dress. You look down and your lipstick smudge onto your dress! It might seem like a nightmare, but things like this happen so its best to be prepared. We at Storyteller Productions put [...]
Wedding Trends 2018
If you’re planning a wedding in 2018, you might want to put it on pause until you read more about this year’s trends. Couples are shaking things up by bringing more of their own personalities and unique tastes to their wedding day. Make it personal is the new theme! Weddings are steeped in customs that go back for generations, but that doesn’t mean you can’t break with at least some of those traditions. Here [...]
Tips & Tricks for Giving a Great Wedding Speech
After the wedding, friends and family typically gather together for a reception to celebrate with the new bride and groom. There is cake to be eaten, bubbly to drink, and fun to be had. There is also the part where the wedding party, parents, close friends, other guests give a short speech and then initiate a toast in honor of the new couple. While some people are happy being the center of attention or [...]