14 Gorgeous Engagement Photos Just in Time for Valentine’s Day
With Valentine's Day right around the corner, we wanted to feature some of our favorite engagement photos from the last year or two. These couples are from all different walks of life, had weddings at various times of year, and live in very diverse areas across Michigan and Florida. The one thing they have in common, though they showcase it in different ways, is that they are all madly in love. If you are engaged (or about to be!) please get some inspiration from these photos - but let us be the first to tell you that you and your fiance will have your own unique flavor. We can't wait
Holiday Gift Ideas for an Engaged Friend or Couple
By Kristin Joseph, Sales and Online Media |As we discussed in our last blog, thousands of couples get engaged between Thanksgiving and New Year's Day every year. Here are some thoughtful holiday gift ideas for any of your friends or family members who are planning a wedding.1) MoneyThere's no dancing around it - putting on a wedding is incredibly expensive. If you can spare some cash for the happy couple, then gift it with a little note like: "Please add to the [rehearsal dinner/bachelor party/wedding/honeymoon] fund!"2) Spa TreatmentsMost people who have not gone through the process of planning an event as big and important as a wedding cannot truly relate
5 Ways to Slim Your Wedding Budget to Get What You Really Want
Your venue, food, and beverages will statistically be the place that you spend the most money on your wedding. You can end up wasting a lot of cash that could be used in more meaningful places if you’re not careful. Being smart about your guest list and catering is the best way to make sure your wedding budget goes to what's really important to you (especially in regards to photography and videography). Here are 5 ways to build a perfectly-sized guest list and catering plan so that you get the most out of your budget. 1) Prioritize your initial guest list into groups. Share a spreadsheet with your soon-to-be-spouse and color code