Marriage ceremonies are steeped in tradition, fueled by our customs and heritage and passed down through generations.  Some couples love the idea of incorporating age-old traditions into their wedding to honor grandparents or parents, and some integrate beliefs to ward off evil spirits and bring good luck to their future. While these time honored traditions […]

“Kind words can be short and easy to speak, but their echoes are truly endless.”   The most sincere form of admiration and gratitude can often come in simple words of praise and recognition.  Those words can start a ripple effect that can reach far beyond what was intended…and to some there is no better “thank […]

With the hint of spring in the air, we can’t help but get excited for the upcoming 2025 wedding season. As the winter chill begins to retire into spring warmth, we are anxious about getting back out there to create some wedding magic for our clients.  Charlottesville boasts some pretty fantastic backdrops for weddings and […]

For a select few, the word “budget” has never crossed their lips…cheers to you lucky few!  But for most, a wedding budget is essential; no matter how big or how small.  Keeping track of your costs and knowing exactly where you want to spend or splurge is imperative during the wedding planning process. Preparing a […]

As with any shift in politics, comes change.  And with change, we, as both a country and individuals,  learn to adapt.  Recently, under our new administration,  we have seen a new wave of policies which threaten to increase tariffs on goods from Mexico, Canada and China; these three countries account for about 40% of all […]