Gourmondo!

Wednesday, I was lucky enough to tag along at a catering tasting at Gourmondo. The second we walked into the office room, I noticed treats of all sorts in bite sized pieces sitting on the smooth wooden conference table. I had not had lunch yet, so this was really exciting to see. As we discussed…

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Fabulous Flowers!

When I arrived at Fena Flowers I was immediately greeted with the sound of 80’s music blasting and the sight of flowers being rushed around for corsages, mothers day pieces, and special arrangements. I had been told that I would be making my own corsage and boutonniere for prom, and I, an uncoordinated intern, was…

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The Secrets your Dress can Hold

Weddings are obviously about two people in love coming together, which is so fun to see how the bride and groom represent themselves via the ceremony. Which is why a recent trend has become the bride and groom putting easter eggs into their ceremony! You may be thinking, “why make a wedding easter themed?” but…

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Incorporating Color Your Way

    Happy 2018 all you fabulous engaged couples out there!! The new year is here, your wedding date is set, plans are in the works and now the color of the year has been announced. Ultra violet! You got it – the color of purple. Yep, I said it. Purple. So, do you use…

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Postponing Your Wedding – What Would Emily Do?

If this is a question you are considering then you both are probably going through a lot of turmoil. Whatever the reasons may be, postponing a wedding is a tough decision. From financial issues, to losing a close family member, situations arise where your big day just cannot go on as planned. And somehow you…

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How to Plan a Kid-Friendly Wedding

Make your wedding a blast for guests of all ages! If many of your guests have children, its easy to stress out about how you’lll keep them all entertained and well behaved. But with these four helpful ideas, putting on a tantrum-free, worry-free celebration will be a piece of cake. Kid-Friendly Food The most important…

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Taking the First Look

In a traditional wedding ceremony at Tradewinds Hotel, it’s customary that the bride and groom don’t catch a look of one another until the moment she’s walking down the aisle. This first glimpse can be one of the most emotional parts of the wedding, both for the couple and the guests. However, sharing such an…

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The Great Wedding Gown Search

Finding the perfect wedding dress can be a daunting task. With so many styles, sillohuettes, fabrics, and even colors to choose from, its easy to get overwhelmed by all the options. But have no fear! Below are a few ideas to help you find exactly the right dress for your dream wedding.   If you’re…

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5 Ways to Get Creative with Flowers

Now that spring is here, its time to go crazy with the florals! Whether they’re in a centerpiece, on your cake, or down the aisle, springtime flowers are the perfect accent to your wedding look. Here’s five ways to get creative with your flowers.   Chair Garlands Who says flowers are only for centerpieces? Create…

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Flowers Shmowers, Who Needs a Floral Centerpiece?

Have bad allergies? On a tight budget? Looking for a modern twist? Then non-floral centerpieces are for you! While flowers and big bouquets are a classic spring and summertime look, these five alternatives are perfect for a fresh, unique table design! Lanterns A candle-lit lantern makes the perfect romantic centerpiece to any table. Lanterns come…

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