When a couple hires me, I am often asked what should we save on and what should be splurge on? Well, it all depends on what is the most important part of your vision. Questions to ask: 1. What is your budget? (this is the most important) 2. Do … [Read more...]
Seating at a Wedding
Seating at a wedding can be such a complicated endeavor. No matter the size of your wedding, you can’t help but think about how seating (or separating) certain people may turn out. After all, this is YOUR big day…and this should be the least of your … [Read more...]
Gifts vs. Donations
I first got thinking about making a donation in place of a gift at a wedding with my oldest (twin…by 25 minutes) daughter’s wedding. Let me explain a bit. My youngest daughter was diagnosed with a kidney disease when she was three. Luckily, it is one … [Read more...]
Tips for Best Photo Lighting
Everyone wants to have the best lighting for their wedding pictures. I am so fortunate to work with the best wedding photographers in Maine. This means that they will find a way to make your pictures look absolutely stunning no matter what the … [Read more...]
Wedding Trends to Consider: Summer 2018 Edition
Is it Summer yet? Spring is here, and yet there is still snow when I look out my window! It may be cold still here in Maine, but things are about to warm up soon – and that means the height of wedding season! With that in mind, I want to bring you … [Read more...]
Food Trucks At Your Wedding
Food truck weddings are #trending. And they are a perfect complement to your casual, modern yet rustic feel at your Maine wedding. Food trucks can sometimes be a difficult endeavor based on the venue you choose, but luckily, I have a breadth of … [Read more...]
Desserts
I’ve seen many couples stray from the traditional tier cake over the years. This is DEFINITELY not to say that this traditional option is not wonderful. The tier cake is a beautiful tradition. However, this trend away from the traditional cake is a … [Read more...]
Fall Weddings
The secret is out – fall is the new summer. Orange is the new…pastel? Fall weddings are continuing to grow in popularity, and Maine provides one of the most picturesque locations to experience the brilliant foliage and fantastic weather (every … [Read more...]
Creating your Guest List
for a Destination Wedding
Before you go officially inviting your boss, or the friend from college you occasionally see (but mainly know from Facebook), and happened to run into with the ring on your finger – STOP. Compile an official list with your fiance’ and your … [Read more...]
Top 10 Trendiest Bars in Portland
The North Point (35 Silver St., Portland, ME) This bar always reminds me of Europe. A beautifully quaint bar on a street you otherwise would rarely go down in Portland, this bar is a true gem. A yellow-patented exterior, with tables outside in the … [Read more...]
