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How To Be More Present On Your Wedding Day

With so much time and effort invested into wedding planning, it's easy to get caught up in the anxiety and excitement of it all that you forget to actually enjoy the day you’ve created. Living in the moment requires conscious effort, but is more attainable than you think! Here are 5 ways you can be more present on your wedding day to create a truly exceptional experience.

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How to Determine Your Wedding Style and Color Palette

Not sure which wedding style is right for you? If you are just beginning the wedding planning process, defining your style can be a daunting task. This post outlines the difference between a wedding style and a wedding theme, describes the most common wedding styles and what makes them unique, and lists important factors to consider when curating a design that feels like you.

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How Much Do Wedding Flowers Cost in Today's Market?

From bouquets, boutonnieres, and corsages to ceremony decor, centerpieces, and cake florals, wedding flowers take your wedding design to the next level. But how much do they cost in today’s market? In this post, you’ll learn what to expect from your wedding floral designer and key money-saving tips to stay within budget.

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Top Outdoor Wedding Venues in Conejo Valley

If you are looking for the perfect outdoor wedding venue in Southern California, then the Conejo Valley should be at the top of your list. Check out these top 5 outdoor venues with professional service, excellent amenities, and the perfect backdrop for you to say, “I Do.”

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How To Plan A Dream Backyard Wedding

Thinking of foregoing the traditional venue and hosting an elegant backyard wedding in Los Angeles? Check out this backyard wedding guide complete with planning tips, a rental checklist and examples from a real private estate wedding here in Los Angeles. Get inspired to plan the backyard wedding of your dreams.

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Elegant Wedding Cake Designs To Inspire

Looking for elegant wedding cake ideas? Get inspired with these 16 unique cake designs crafted by local LA wedding bakers. There are truly no limits to designing the perfect wedding cake for you! Learn about popular wedding cake trends and the different options you have in terms of icing, shape, details, and display.

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Wedding Etiquette: Who Pays For What In A Wedding?

One of the very first steps in planning a wedding is determining the budget. With that, comes the discussion of who will be contributing, how much, and what that all entails. Check out these tips on approaching the conversation with family, common ways to split the costs, and who pays for what according to tradition.

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10 Mistakes Most Couples Make When Wedding Planning

Newly engaged and just beginning the wedding planning process? First of all, congratulations! Before you dive too far deep into your Pinterest "Wedding Inspo" montage, check out these 10 mistakes most couples make when wedding planning - and how to avoid them.

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Outdoor Wedding Venues in Los Angeles

One of the many perks of getting married in Southern California is the ability to have an outdoor wedding, all year round. No matter your choice of theme or décor, an outdoor venue provides added space that you can customize alongside mother nature's beauty. I have compiled a list of my top 6 favorite outdoor wedding venues in the Los Angeles area that include both top-tier service and amazing views.

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Ultimate Guide to Booking Your Wedding Caterer

Not sure where to start in your search for the perfect wedding caterer? Check out this ultimate guide that will walk you through the different catering options, a comprehensive list questions to ask before booking, tips for choosing a menu and what to expect from your overall experience.

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6 Best Engagement Photo Locations Near Los Angeles

You’re engaged!! Now it’s time to spread the word, and what better way than to have your love captured with photos to share with family and friends. Check out our top 6 photo locations for your engagement photos!

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5 Ways to Repurpose Your Wedding Florals

Event florals can be a daunting task for anyone, let alone a newly engaged couple with so much on their minds, but today Blaire Kimball Design is giving us her floral expertise on five ways to reuse your wedding flowers throughout your day.

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