We have been quoted on Martha Stewart Weddings!!

Posted in bridal, bridal consultant, bride, bride to be, Cake, event planning, Events, Food, groom, Ideas, Inspirations, special occasion cakes, Uncategorized, wedding, wedding cakes, wedding consultant, wedding coordinator, wedding planner, wedding planning, Weddings by lovelaughterelegance

We have been blessed to have been quoted in an article on Martha Stewart Weddings!! Thank you, Alexandra Kelly, for sharing this!

https://www.marthastewart.com/wedding-cake-trends-8550873

11 Beautiful Wedding Cake Trends to Inspire Your Celebration’s Dessert

Ruffles, bows, pearls, and metallics are just some of the cake designs that wedding insiders say are going to be big.

Alexandra Kelly

Alex is the senior home editor for Martha Stewart. She has over 10 years of experience producing digital content in the home and lifestyle space, ranging from cleaning and organizing to etiquette and home design.

EDITORIAL GUIDELINES

Published on January 31, 2024

dessert table with wedding cake and macaron cakes

Planning a wedding includes thinking about a ton of details—the dress, the shoes, the venue, the food. One major detail is, of course, the dessert, which is often a wedding cake. But in 2024, couples are blowing past the wedding cake designs we’ve seen over the past couple of years and bringing back some of the most timeless—and fun—elements of the ’70s and ’80s, incorporating small details like pearls, and adding a touch of glam with metallics.

Consider these rising wedding cake trends if you’re planning your own nuptials this year and are looking for a stand-out wedding dessert your guests will talk about long after the party is over.

17 Wedding Trends You’ll See Everywhere in 2024, According to Experts

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Pearls

Elegant, old-fashioned, and ever-popular in bridal fashion, pearls are jumping to wedding cakes. “Pearl-encrusted cakes are everywhere—meticulously placed edible pearls create such a luxe look on a cake and they’re a great way to tie in details from the other elements of your wedding into the cake design,” says wedding cake designer Celeste Scott of Butter Bakery.

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Textured Finishes

taylor cameron wedding cake — HEATHER PAYNE PHOTOGRAPHY

Brides are opting away from perfectly smooth finishes in favor of something with a little more texture, which can take a variety of forms. “This trend moves away from the perfectly smooth surfaces of traditional cakes, embracing instead the tactile allure of ruffles, ridges, and waves,” says wedding photographer Charles Moll. “Textured frosting adds a layer of depth and sophistication, allowing for a play of light and shadow that transforms the cake into a stunning visual element.”

29 New Takes on Traditional Wedding Cake Flavors

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Metallic Details

winter wedding cakes kmh photography — KMH PHOTOGRAPHY

Don’t forget about your cake when thinking about the glam factor—wedding professionals are seeing metallic details on the rise in wedding cakes. “Metals and particularly silver are making a comeback,” Scott says. “I’m seeing lots of silverware used in wedding styling, which is about to make its way into cake design. Silver leaf, shiny sprinkles, and edible glitter could all be big this year.”

50 Beautiful Wedding Cakes That Are (Almost!) Too Pretty to Eat

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Fresh Florals

simple white wedding cake with pressed flower decorations — GIANNY CAMPOS PHOTOGRAPHY

Flower motifs aren’t new to the wedding cake world, but more couples are beginning to lean heavily on fresh florals for their cake design. “Instead of expertly placing statement flowers on the cake or adding traditional toppers, bakers are covering their creations in florals, curating a look perfect for garden-inspired or eclectic-feeling weddings,” says Cameron Forbes, founder of Forbes Functions. “Bakers can utilize pressed and dried florals to lay flat on the cake and combine these with fresh flowers to create depth and dimension on the wedding day.”

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Lambeth Piping

What’s old is new again with this particular style of cake decor, which is characterized by maximalist flourishes—on cakes large and small. “In 2024, couples can expect to see the Lambeth style of decorated cakes, as well as other vintage styles of piping,” says wedding planner Kimberly Lehman. “These styles of piped icing are featured on classic white cakes, as well as colored iced confections.”

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Bows

Bows are big in wedding trends this year, from bridal fashion to cakes. “Bows are everywhere and I think will make their way to wedding cakes in fun and creative ways,” says Jove Meyer, an event and wedding planner. “From a series of many small bows to one large bow, bows will be here for a little while for sure!”

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Nature-Inspired Cakes

Flowers, greenery, branches—these all can have a place in your cake design this year. “Opting for a cake with elements like hand-painted flowers, cascading foliage, or even incorporating real blooms is the perfect way to add a touch of natural beauty to your special day,” says wedding planner Carissa Kruse. “Lavender, olive branches, and eucalyptus leaves are some of the most popular choices that couples are requesting for their wedding cakes this year.”

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Vintage Tiered Cakes

The ’70s and ’80s are back, baby, and so are the tiered wedding cakes that your parents probably had. “Many of my 2024 brides are opting for vintage-style cakes,” says Jennifer Hines, event planner and owner of Tie a Bow. ” And ’70s-inspired tiered cakes separated by pillars have made a comeback. I think today’s bride appreciates the fun additions of lace, bells, and bows as a nod to the types of cakes their parents might have served.”

12 Retro Wedding Trends That Are Making a Comeback, According to Event Planners

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Heart Shaped Cakes

heart shaped wedding cake — SYDNEY DARWIN PHOTOGRAPHY

Alongside those tiered confections, retro heart-shaped cakes are also popping back up. “The heart cake is also big, especially a heart cake with vintage piping around the perimeter,” says Meyer. “Cake shapes are also changing and couples are embracing the less perfect more funky shapes and textures, imperfectly perfect cakes are on the rise.”

Maddie McNabb, owner of Maddie About Cake, agrees, adding that she’s made heart-shaped cakes out of macarons as well, like the cake shown above. “Couples particularly like the heart-shaped Lambeth-style cake because they can still cut it like a traditional cake for the photo-op,” she says. “They are also a great option for gluten-free couples and guests.”

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Nontraditional “Cakes”

white pink and brown macaron tower — BIRDS OF A FEATHER

While a lot of attention is given to a wedding cake, you don’t necessarily need to have traditional cake—you can opt for something like a macaron tower, which also doubles as a gluten-free dessert option. “Some couples are stepping away from the cake trend altogether, even forgoing the cake-cutting scene entirely,” says McNabb. “I make a lot of macarons for weddings, typically for a dessert table and favors. However, I’ve seen an increase in inquiries for my macaron cakes.”

Wedding Cake Alternatives for the Couple Who Just Doesn’t Like Cake

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Sheet Cakes

Long sheet cake at a wedding — KATHY QUIRK-SYVERTSEN / GETTY IMAGES

We know what you’re thinking, but those sheet cakes you find at the grocery store are actually having a major wedding cake moment this year. Wedding photographer Kathryn Yeaton notes that “more is more” when it comes to cakes, and single-tier is no exception. “They are larger, lengthier (especially with the current popularity of table-length sheet cakes), and more adorned than ever,” she says.

“Length is the new height!” says Scott. “Couples looking to make a real statement are opting for super-long cakes rather than towering tiers. Think giant sheet cakes elevated with beautiful decorations such a flowers, edible pearls, and fruit.”

30Nov2020

We have been featured in Published! The Creative Entrepreneurs’ Magazine!

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We have been blessed to have an interview featured in the inaugural issue of Published! The Creative Entrepreneur’s Magazine!! We would like to thank Vincent Natasha Gay for sharing your story, and Samantha Lapointe for publishing it. Photos are by Jeffrey Tadlock Photography. The first issue is gorgeous! Feel free to check it out. We are on pages 10-15. Congratulations to all featured in it!

Interview with Vincent – Natasha Gay

25Aug2020

We were featured in Bridal Guide!!

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Recently, we submitted one of the amazing photo galleries from our 1950’s Vintage Romance styled wedding photo shoot to Bridal Guide. I am happy to say that one of our photos were selected as part of a feature titled “25 Stellar Summer Centerpieces”.

Low Centerpieces

Photo credit: Spurrell Photography

Location: Arrowhead Golf and Event Center

Floral Centerpiece: Liz Nidy Floral Design

Stationery Suite: Bellus Designs

Table Design: Love, Laughter & Elegance: Wedding & Event Planning

https://www.bridalguide.com/planning/the-details/wedding-decor-flowers/stellar-summer-centerpieces#189756

If you would like to check out another fantastic gallery from our 1950’s Vintage Romance styled wedding photo shoot, with a complete list of vendors, please visit On the Go Bride. Enjoy!!

6Jul2020

We have been featured on On The Go Bride!!

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We have been blessed to have our 1950s Vintage Romance styled wedding photo shoot featured on the On The Go Bride blog! This styled photo shoot was created especially for the Arrowhead Golf & Event Center, in North Canton, Ohio. I hope you enjoy this trip down memory lane!

https://www.onthegobride.com/blog/2020/7/4/styled-shoot-a-1950s-vintage-romance

STYLED SHOOT | A 1950’S VINTAGE ROMANCE

Who loves all things vintage? *raises hand* So does Kimberly of Love, Laughter & Elegance: Wedding & Event Planning. When she was asked to plan a styled shoot for Arrowhead Golf & Event Center in North Canton, Ohio, she knew exactly how she wanted to design it:

“I am obsessed with all things vintage. Especially the 1950’s era. I love the music, red lipstick, fluffy skirts and gloves on ladies, and classic clean-cut looks on the gentlemen. It was a simpler time, full of glamour and style. This retro-inspired theme immediately came to mind, full of bright colors and fun. The main colors used were cherry red and aqua blue, with a touch of baby pink and white to accent. We added polka dots, cherries and blue birds into the design scheme for a few fun touches. We also incorporated vintage clothing and accessories, and rocked it out!”

The Details

“Many of the decor items featured in this styled shoot are vintage items from the 1950’s. I wanted to give this shoot a truly authentic retro, but very fun, feel. This timeless theme carries over well into the modern age. The floral arrangements were created based on flowers commonly used in 1950’s weddings. The stationery suite was created especially for this event, mirroring the bright colors and fun polka dots in our table settings. There was also a subtle theme of cherries, hearts, and bluebirds of happiness running through our accessories and decor items. Overall, the vibe was very happy and dreamy, as a wedding day should be.”

The Attire

“Our models donned several different looks for this styled shoot. Our handsome male model, Kyle, wore a off white tuxedo jacket, white button down shirt, and slim-fitting black trousers for the entire shoot. We accented his classic 1950’s look with dark dress socks with a cherry design. Kyle wore two different ties, the first being a classic creme bow tie with cherries printed on it, and the second being a long red and white striped satin tie. He also wore two different pocket squares in his jacket, the first an aqua blue plaid with birds printed on the one corner, and the second being a dark red with a yellow paisley design. Kyle also wore vintage cuff links to complete his stylish ensemble. Very dashing.

Our stunning bridal model, Sammy Kay, is one of those ladies that looks fabulous in everything she wears, and has timeless features that you never forget. We had several vintage looks for Sammy for this styled photo shoot. The first outfit was a vintage tea-length ivory satin dress, with an asymmetrical neckline, pleated waist, and full skirt. We added a custom ivory satin sash, with a large bow and rolled satin roses. We wanted to give her a pop of color with her dress, so we added the red petticoat underneath. The underskirt peeked out below the hem at different times during the shoot, and looked amazing. Her jewelry included a red glass beaded bracelet with cherry charm, cherry earrings, and a red pendant necklace. Her rings were a vintage wedding set belonging to my grandmother. To complete her fun wedding day look, we added a romantic red lace birdcage veil, red Mary Jane heels, vintage ivory lace gloves with red trim, and a vintage red leather clutch purse.

Sammy’s second look of the day was just as romantic. She wore a vintage 1940’s tea-length lace wedding dress, that was simply elegant. For extra sparkle, we added a beaded belt, a pearl bracelet, and glittery gold heels. in her hair, we placed an ivory floral fascinator that framed her dark curls perfectly.

For Sammy’s final outfit, we imagined that she and Kyle were heading out for a formal, romantic evening during their honeymoon. Sammy wore a floor-length strapless red satin ballgown that flowed wonderfully while she and Kyle were waltzing. We added a sparkling ribbon belt to accent her waist, ivory opera-length fingerless gloves, and classic pearl and rhinestone jewelry. To complete her outfit, she wore a creme vintage cardigan sweater, trimmed in matching sequins, and a flirty little ivory birdcage veil. Sammy’s purse was a fun clutch style with a cherry pattern of cherries on gingham.”

Vendor Love

Designer & Event Planner: Kimberly Lehman of Love, Laughter & Elegance: Wedding & Event Planning Contributions: event planning, linens, wedding cake, favors, tableware, decor items,cupcakes, accessories, wedding rings, bridal garter, fashion styling, vintage ivory silk wedding dress, vintage blue bridesmaid dress and headpiece, blue pocket square, groom’s socks, cufflinks, ties, groom’s jacket

Venue: Arrowhead Golf & Event Center
Contributions: venue, chair covers

Photographer: Courtney Paige Photography

Floral: Liz Nidy Floral Design

Stationery Suite: Bellus Designs

Models: Sammy Kay Smith, Sarah Riddle, Kyle Burnett

Alterations & Bridal Sash: Lorili Design – Laurie Wallick

Handmade Items: Seasonal Accent – Jacqueline Kinsinger
Contributions: sign on cake table, small heart hanger with red ribbon

Veils: Over The Moon Bridal – Jenette McGiffin
Contributions: red lace and white birdcage veils

Vintage Truck: D. Hawthorn

Jewelry: Paparazzi Accessories – Samantha Guna

Clothing: English Rose Vintage Oh – Jacqueline Kinsinger
Contributions: 1940s vintage lace wedding dress, 1950s vintage lace wedding dress, ivory and red fascinators, bride’s shoes, cardigan sweater and clutch purse, dark pocket square

(all other clothing items not mentioned belonged to the models or Kimberly Lehman)

1Jun2020

We have been featured on Montages For You!!

Posted in bridal consultant, event planning, Events, Guest Post, Ideas, News, Ohio, party, party planner, party planning, Uncategorized, vendors, wedding consultant, wedding coordinator, wedding planner, wedding planning by lovelaughterelegance

We have been blessed to be featured along with other event planners in a blog post on Montages For You! I hope you enjoy!

https://montagesforyou.com/top-10-reasons-to-hire-an-event-planner/

Top 10 Reasons to Hire an Event Planner

Congratulations! You have something wonderful to celebrate. It may be a wedding, a bar or bat mitzvah, anniversary, birthday or other special event.

Celebrating life’s special moments with family and friends is one of the greatest joys for many. So where do you start?

Some people love planning all the details and others are completely overwhelmed with so many decisions to be made.

Many people have a vision, but just don’t have the time to research options with the demands of everyday life.

Planning an event on your own can be one of the most stressful things you’ll do – and that is where event planners can come to the rescue.

We asked event planning experts from across the country for the top reasons why you should hire an event planner for your upcoming celebration. This is what they said:

Why You Should Hire An Event Planner

Save Time
Save Money
Reduce Stress
Have More Fun
Experience
Process
Smile More
Personal Advocate
Knowledge
Creativity

Save Time

“A planner will cut down the time every single step in the planning process will take you. Their relationships and industry connections will save you hours and HOURS of researching, contacting vendors, going back and forth on details and thinking of those little things that you don’t know to ask. A good planner can also save you money by connecting you with the right vendors at the right price points, as well as provide special vendor-only discounts.”

Brynne Magaziner

Based in the DC metropolitan area

Pop Color Events

Save Money

“Many times I am able to save my clients money and time because I know where to purchase things for a better price and I can negotiate with venues and other vendors on their behalf. Also, because I work with so many vendors I know which vendors will fit their budget and vision the best.”

Ramesh (Yaffa) Soleymani

Serving Chicago and North Shore area

Couture Event Planning

Reduce Stress

“Working with a planner can save a family time, money, and a lot of extra stress. We love checklists, and will go over them thoroughly to make sure that the client will have everything they need for the celebration. We are prepared to handle many different situations as they arise during the planning process and the event itself. We think on our feet, think outside of the box, and make sure the client and their guests have a truly memorable celebration experience.”

Kimberly Lehman

Based in Canton, Ohio

Love, Laughter & Elegance: Wedding & Event Planning

Have More Fun!

“One of the best benefits is that on event day, they get to enjoy the day’s events without stress or responsibility or worry. There are no set up or break down tasks to worry about. They get to enjoy the fun stuff.”

Tanya Costigan

Serving Southern New England

Tanya Costigan Events

Experience

“Planners are thinking about events every day. It’s their full-time job, so they know all the many tasks that need to be done at specific points throughout the planning process.”

Janice Blackmon

Serving clients in Atlanta, Orlando & Sarasota/Tampa Bay, FL areas as well as destination planning.

Janice Blackmon Events

Process

“We are very knowledgeable in respect to the process of planning an event. We know everything that needs to be done, from venue, theme, invitation details, event design, and vendor coordination such as hiring caterers, rentals, florists, photographers, etc. We would save them time & money through these processes.”

Allison Welch

Based in Denver, Colorado

As You Wish Colorado

Smile More

“We are there to make sure we do everything possible to have our clients and their guests smiling and having the best time of their lives. We work with all the vendors to create “magic” based on the client’s vision and budget.”

Amanda Hudes

Based in New Jersey Serving clients in PA/NJ/NY/CT

Smiling Through Chaos

Personal Advocate

“Events should totally represent the best of a couple or host, showcasing their personalities, experiences, and extraordinary bond to one another, therefore I provide oversight and execution while being my client’s personal advocate with their vendors.”

Ruth Bajimi

Serving clients in Travis County Texas

SPC Event Management

Knowledge

“Working with us, or someone like us, gives peace of mind to the couples. We know the industry, the best locations, we can generally access little “extras” (working with preferred vendors has its perks). We have knowledge of venues that the couple may not know about from using Google and we know the industry well.”

Shannon Mackenzie

Planning events in Cancun, Riviera Maya, and other parts of Mexico & Canadian Rocky Mountains

Riviera Reflections Weddings & Events

Creativity

“Planners help come up with creative solutions and present ideas you may have never thought of. They assist in any emergencies or last minute changes. My job is to create the most inviting atmosphere with the least amount of stress and create a memory that will last a lifetime. I think anybody can plan an event however it may not go as smoothly, or have the special little touches without a planner.”

Alyssa Belanger

Serving clients in Arizona

The Event Genies

While it’s never too late to hire a planner, and many offer “day of” services, all our event planning experts agreed that it’s better to bring them into the planning process as early as possible.

If you want to enjoy your celebration and not be stressed out about the details, hiring a planner is the best way to go.

4Apr2020

We have been added to Catch My Party!!

Posted in Cake, Canton, cookies, crafts, Decor, displays, event planning, Events, Food, guests, Holidays, Ideas, Inspirations, lifestyle, Ohio, parties, party, party planner, party planning, special occasion cakes, Styled photo shoot, Trends, Uncategorized by lovelaughterelegance

We have been blessed to have our Galentine’s Day styled photo shoot added to the Catch My Party website! This was a fun afternoon, sharing Awesome Ladies, Friends and Fun! Please check out all of the gorgeous photos in the gallery on the website. Enjoy!

https://www.catchmyparty.com/parties/galentines-day

The holiday celebration of “Galentine’s Day” was made popular a few years ago by the TV show “Parks and Recreation”. I loved the idea of a day dedicated to sharing love and friendship with your best gal pals. I decided to design a styled photo shoot with some awesome ladies, sharing treats and an afternoon full of fun. The venue is really unique, The Cross-Eyed Moose Event Center, in Homeworth, Ohio. The venue was formerly a Methodist church, that had been remodeled into a wonderfully charming, rustic, event center. We used a mix of patterns in reds, pinks, and whites, to create a colorful and cozy setting for our celebration. The results were utterly adorable!

WHAT PEOPLE ATE

We had two cakes to grace our dessert table. The first is a chocolate heart shaped ice cream cake, decorated on the upper left side with a vanilla icing drizzle and hand molded chocolate pieces. The base of the cake was layered in chocolate shavings. It was so yummy! Our second cake definitely resonated with our theme of love and friendship. A darling two tier confection, the first tier was covered in pink fondant icing, white piping and dots. Small black chocolate tiles surrounded the base of the cake, each featuring a heart shape in the middle. The top tier of the cake was covered in white fondant icing, with pink piping and dots. Around this tier, there were pink chocolate tiles with black hearts and flourishes. The cake was topped with a handmade cookie, where on one side read “I Love You”, and the other read “BFFs”. It tasted as amazing as it looked!
WHAT PEOPLE DRANK

We had two tables for our Galentine’s Day celebration, one for dining, and one laden with all kinds of sweets. On our dessert table, we placed a black and red buffalo check cloth over a white linen. We created a fun centerpiece for the table with a container that read “Happy Heart Day”, with pink and red tissue, a bouquet of wrapped chocolate roses, and a stuffed heart with sequins. Both of the delicious cakes were placed on the table, along with several varieties of candies. Rounding out our holiday brunch menu, we added glazed honey buns, chocolate brownie bites, blueberry and chocolate chip waffles, and individual bottles of sparkling beverages. To finish our design, we added a sign that featured waffles and “Galentine’s Day”, a couple of small white lanterns, and LOVE letters.

Our guest table was set at one of the venue’s unique custom made wooden tables, along with rustic high backed chairs. We used a white jacquard linen, and placed a custom made table runner that was covered with hearts in different patterns. We added gold charger plates, and delicate pink floral china plates. The napkins were a mix of pink hearts on a red background, and a playful pink plaid. In the center of each place setting we laid a conversation starter card, so the ladies could have a fun, lighthearted chat over dinner. In vintage champagne glasses, we poured a lovely and sweet adult beverage. We had a lovely centerpiece on our dining table, in a tall red glass vase. We used shades of pink in the dahlias, peonies, and garden roses. At the very top of the arrangement was a single deep red rose. We added a few sprigs of greenery to balance the overall design. A pair of rose colored taper candles in silver heart shaped candlestick holders completed our table, fit for our beautiful queens.
ACTIVITIES / GAMES

We had a few cute handmade details featured in our styled shoot, including the tags tied with pink chevron straws on the mini bottles of sparkling beverages. The venue also features several intimate seating areas. We chose one of the handmade wooden benches and added colorful blankets and pillows to create a cozy setting for our lovely ladies to snuggle up, keep warm and sip hot cocoa.. Above the bench there was a large mirror, to which we added handmade paper pinwheels, a puffy tulle banner, and letters that read “BFFs, Gals, and Pals”.

THE CROSS-EYED MOOSE EVENT CENTER

Venue

www.crosseyedmooseeventcenter.com
JENNA MCCARTY PHOTOGRAPHY

Photographer

www.jennamccartyphotography.com
EAT CAKE 216

Bakery

www.facebook.com/eatcake216/
COLD STONE CREAMERY

Bakery

https://www.facebook.com/ColdStoneCreamery1924NilesCortlandWarren/
OLD NEW & SOMETHING BLUE

Decorations, Florals, Resale

www.oldnewsomethingblue.com
MELISSA WALKER

Paper Pinwheel Artist

Melissa created the folded paper decorations above the mirror where the ladies are seated with their cozy blankets and mugs of hot chocolate.
SAMMY KAY SMITH

Model
BETH ANN STARRETT

Model
OLGA NAGDASEVA

Model
LOVE, LAUGHTER & ELEGANCE: WEDDING & EVENT PLANNING

Wedding & Event Planner

We planned this styled shoot, and provided linens, tableware, desserts, and other decor.

Kimberly L wrote:

This was such a fun afternoon, creating and sharing lots of laughter and stories with these ladies! I am blessed to collaborate with some of the most talented people in Northeast Ohio. I am happy to share our party with everyone. Enjoy!

APR 04, 2020

28Feb2020

We have been mentioned on WeddingWire!!

Posted in bridal, bridal consultant, bride, bride to be, engagements, event planning, groom, Ideas, Inspirations, Ohio, Uncategorized, wedding, wedding consultant, wedding coordinator, wedding planner, wedding planning by lovelaughterelegance

We have been blessed to have been mentioned in an article on WeddingWire!! Thank you, Jenn Sinrich!!

https://www.weddingwire.com/wedding-ideas/planning-your-own-wedding

7 Things to Know Before Planning Your Own Wedding

By Jenn Sinrich

February 26, 2020

Experts share their top words of wisdom for couples who are planning their own wedding, from creating a budget to deciphering contracts.

Whether or not budget is a big concern when it comes to planning your wedding, you may be on the fence about hiring a wedding planner. This is especially true if you want to be very hands-on with the planning. Well, there are plenty of reasons to hire a wedding planner, and many couples say it was one of the best hires they made for their wedding, but some couples choose to go a different route. If you and your partner are planning your own wedding, all the power to you!

So where to begin? When it comes to planning your own wedding without the help of a planning professional, there’s quite a lot to know. You want to make sure you’ve thought of everything before it’s too late—last-minute wedding arrangements aren’t so easy to string together.

To help guide you along the way, here are some important things that can make planning your own wedding smooth sailing, according to experts.

Determine your budget before you start planning.

Many couples who are planning their own wedding think it’s okay to hire a vendor or two before truly sitting down and ironing out their budget. Big mistake, according to Rothweiler. ”You should never just start spending money because you’ll fall down a rabbit hole that you’ll never dig your way out of,” she says. “Have a serious conversation with anyone contributing to the budget to find out exactly how much they are giving you.”

You can hire a planner for a day or two instead.

Before shutting the door on the wedding-planner idea completely, it’s worth knowing that not all planners are all or nothing. In fact, some offer a variety of packages that can be more practical for a budget-conscious couple. For Danielle Rothweiler of Rothweiler Event Design in Verona, New Jersey, offers mini-packages where couples get 10 hours of her company’s time to use however they want! “This could be helpful in finding the venue, designing the budget or whatever the couple is struggling with,” she explains.

Organization is key.

Any planner will tell you the immense importance of using checklists and spreadsheets for planning any event, but especially such a large-scale one like your wedding. “There are many wedding planning binders available for purchase, and free tools lists online, that will cover all of the relevant categories and details related to planning your own wedding,” says Kimberly Lehman of Love, Laughter & Elegance in Massillon, Ohio. In fact, WeddingWire offers totally free wedding planning tools keep track of everything in a shareable and concise way.

Friends and family are there to help you.

Without a planner to give you their venue and vendor recommendations, the next best place to turn are your recently married friends, according to Rothweiler. “Did they like their vendors? What did they spend?” she says. “Ask your friends to be open and honest about what they would’ve done differently and look into their recommendations first.”

Consider timing well in advance.

The timing of your wedding day won’t get fully ironed out until about two months before the date, according to Rothweiler, however, she recommends being conscious of these logistics throughout the entire planning process. “For instance, if you have elaborate ideas for floral design, but your venue only allows 90 minutes for set-up, you might want to consider a venue that gives you the whole day, or you’ll have to tell your florist before booking what the time constraints are,” she says.

Don’t sacrifice quality for quantity.

Remember that more guests will cost you, so determine which is your priority—having more people you love there at a greater cost or a smaller, more intimate wedding that’s lower cost. Prioritize your budget and see where money can be moved around, suggests Lehman. “Smaller, more intimate weddings are the trend this year,” she says. “I also always advise my couples to select the best services and goods possible, within their budget—for example, excellent photography is a must.”

Read your contracts—twice.

“I cannot tell you how many details have caught my clients off guard that were right there in black and white,” says Rothweiler. “Once you sign on the dotted line and put down that first payment, it’s too late to potentially make changes or discuss anything really.” Also, remember that being told something verbally isn’t a contract—it must be in writing. And if there’s something you don’t understand on a wedding vendor’s contract, never hesitate to ask!

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11 Beautiful Wedding Cake Trends to Inspire Your Celebration’s Dessert

Pearls

Textured Finishes

Metallic Details

Fresh Florals

Lambeth Piping

Bows

Nature-Inspired Cakes

Vintage Tiered Cakes

Heart Shaped Cakes

Nontraditional “Cakes”

Sheet Cakes

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Recently, we submitted one of the amazing photo galleries from our 1950’s Vintage Romance styled wedding photo shoot to Bridal Guide. I am happy to say that one of our photos were selected as part of a feature titled “25 Stellar Summer Centerpieces”.

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We have been blessed to have our 1950s Vintage Romance styled wedding photo shoot featured on the On The Go Bride blog! This styled photo shoot was created especially for the Arrowhead Golf & Event Center, in North Canton, Ohio. I hope you enjoy this trip down memory lane!

STYLED SHOOT | A 1950’S VINTAGE ROMANCE

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We have been blessed to be featured along with other event planners in a blog post on Montages For You! I hope you enjoy!

Top 10 Reasons to Hire an Event Planner

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We have been blessed to have our Sugar & Spice styled wedding photo shoot featured on the Aisle Society website!! This is the gallery from Art Goans Photography, originally featured on Storyboard Wedding. Enjoy!!

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We have been blessed to have our Stargate Atlantis inspired styled wedding photo shoot featured on the Love and Lavender website! This is the second photo gallery from this photo shoot, by KatShot Designs. Enjoy!!

Stargate Atlantis-Inspired Styled Wedding

Photo Highlights

Styled Shoot Story

Vendors in this Wedding

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We have been blessed to have our Galentine’s Day styled photo shoot added to the Catch My Party website! This was a fun afternoon, sharing Awesome Ladies, Friends and Fun! Please check out all of the gorgeous photos in the gallery on the website. Enjoy!

WHAT PEOPLE ATE

WHAT PEOPLE DRANK

ACTIVITIES / GAMES

THE CROSS-EYED MOOSE EVENT CENTER

JENNA MCCARTY PHOTOGRAPHY

EAT CAKE 216

COLD STONE CREAMERY

OLD NEW & SOMETHING BLUE

MELISSA WALKER

SAMMY KAY SMITH

BETH ANN STARRETT

OLGA NAGDASEVA

LOVE, LAUGHTER & ELEGANCE: WEDDING & EVENT PLANNING