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10 Special Touches To Make Your Wedding Stand Out

Creating a memorable and unique wedding experience is a top priority for engaged couples today. From fun dessert displays to intimate first-look moments, innovative touches allow you to craft a celebration that uniquely reflects your style and personality.

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How to Navigate Marriage with Your Love Language

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Marriage & Your Love Language

When you're busy with work and everything that daily life brings, it's easy to take your partner for granted. We often forget to express how much we appreciate and value them. However, showing appreciation and gratitude to your partner is crucial for maintaining a healthy and loving relationship....

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Keep The Passion Alive: Why You Should Renew Your Vows

Marriage is a vibrant, evolving bond. As time marches on, we often realize how our initial promises have blossomed and adapted, mirroring the growth in our relationship. This evolution is a natural part of life, yet keeping the connection and passion alive is crucial. That's where the magic of...

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13 Relationship Strengthening Activities

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13 Couple-Centric Bonding Ideas

Looking for couple's activities to strengthen your relationship? We've got 13 ideas right here! Many people dream of the day they meet "the one" and hope that they'll fall in love, get married, and live happily ever after with their perfect partner. In reality, the best relationships happen when...

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Elegant outdoor reception at Croft Downtown

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Classy and Elegant Tablescape Ideas

There are many details to plan and coordinate when it comes to your big day, especially your wedding reception. After the ceremony, your wedding reception is a time to eat, party, and bond with your family and friends. An essential part of your celebration is your reception tablescape and décor....

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Bridal Makeup 101: Celebrity Makeup Artists Share their Tips

As the bride, all eyes will be on you, and you deserve to look and feel like the absolute best version of yourself. Your wedding makeup is pivotal in creating the ideal bridal look that enhances your natural features and reflects your style.

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Trendy & Memorable Unity Ceremony Ideas For Your Wedding | Wedgewood Weddings

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Trendy & Memorable Unity Ceremony Ideas

For many years couples have lit candles, combined sands, walked in circles, or jumped over brooms to declare their love and devotion to their significant other. Whether you choose a more minimal or decadent style for your wedding, a unity ceremony is a wonderful way to infuse some personality and ...

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How to Write Your Wedding Vows

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How to Write Your Wedding Vows

Getting married means more than just exchanging rings, it’s a promise to spend the rest of your lives together. Your wedding vows are the perfect opportunity to declare these promises and make sure your partner knows exactly what they mean to you. That’s why writing your own vows will be worth it,...

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bride and groom outside at Stonebridge Manor

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7 Tips To Help Find Your Venue

You're engaged, yay! Now what? You may be wondering where to begin when it comes to finding your ideal wedding venue. It can feel overwhelming when you have so much advice coming from well-intentioned friends and family members, but the wedding industry is constantly evolving. Luckily, our team of...

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a wedding party posing outdoors

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Dress Codes 101: What to Wear as a Wedding Guest

You received a wedding invitation to your dear friends' big day, yay! Now you need to figure out what the heck to wear. Finding that perfect outfit can be one of the most challenging parts of being invited to a wedding. After all, the last thing you want is to feel out of place because you look...

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When to Say “I Do” in 2023

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When to Say 'I Do' in 2023

Your wedding is more important than the date. In fact, we are firm believers that there are no “bad days” to get married! Your guests are much more likely to remember the gorgeous venue and fabulous ceremony than the date you choose. So have fun picking your wedding date! We’re here to help by...

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Tips For Creating The Best Wedding Hashtag | Wedgewood Weddings

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7 Tips For Creating The Best Wedding Hashtag

Having your very own wedding hashtag is a fun and creative way to celebrate your upcoming union. Not only does your clever hashtag look great when displayed throughout your venue, but these wedding hashtags also have various practical uses in the digital space. Getting your guests to use your...

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Wedding Day Essentials Every Bridesmaid Needs | Wedgewood Weddings

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Wedding Day Essentials Every Bridesmaid Needs

The big day is set, and the bride is well off on her wedding planning journey. As the big day approaches, the bridesmaids have one final task: preparing the bride for 'I do!' Let's dive into everything you can do as a bridesmaid to make the bride feel calm and excited for her wedding day.

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10 Passive Ways To Boost Your Wedding Budget

Planning a wedding is an exciting time for engaged couples! As you begin budgeting for your special day, remember that creativity and flexibility can help make your wedding dreams come true, even on a budget. Focus first on what matters most - being surrounded by loved ones. Then, use these ideas...

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7 Fabulous Foodie Favors for Outdoor Weddings | Wedgewood Weddings

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7 Fabulous Foodie Favors for Outdoor Weddings

It’s your big day, and you want to thank your guests for sharing in on the special occasion too. Thoughtful wedding favors are a wonderful way to do just that! But how do you give everyone something you know they’ll love? The answer is surprisingly simple. Treat your guests to a decadent treat they...

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At-Home Wedding Proposal Ideas We Love

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At-Home Wedding Proposal Ideas We Love

After surviving a pandemic and lockdown with your partner, you may have realized that he or she is truly the one. While extravagant proposals at decadent locations are still always a great option, many people are choosing to keep it simple and propose at home. What could be more intimate and...

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Couple in front of Jefferson Street Mansion by Wedgewood Weddings

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7 Fun Ways to Make Your Wedding Extra Special

Every couple wants their wedding day to be extra special - as you should! We need every ounce of joy that we can wrangle. Lately, couples are going above and beyond to add unique and fun elements to their weddings, to make it the best day ever! Here are a couple of ways to make that happen for...

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What to Wear: Men's Wedding Attire Style Guide

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What to Wear: Men's Wedding Attire Style Guide

No matter what pronouns you use, wedding attire is all about feeling your best on the most special, jovial day of your life! The key to choosing the best formal or semi-formal wear options for your wedding day is to make it match your style and personality. From suit and tuxedo styles and...

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5 Wedding Arbor Ideas You'll Love

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5 Wedding Arbor Ideas You'll Love

The wedding arbor is often the pinnacle of your wedding ceremony. It is both the backdrop to your nuptials as well as a focal point for countless wedding party photos. Traditionally, wedding arbors are draped with tulle or adorned with elegant floral arrangements. However, many couples are getting...

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Couple with live painter at reception - Stonebridge Manor by Wedgewood Weddings

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Creative Ways to Increase Wedding Fun

A wedding should be the most romantic day of your life! After months of planning and preparation, it's easy to slip into hostess mode rather than center-of-the-party mode. The great news is that with the right team and attitude, your wedding can be blissfully easy and stress-free! This is our...

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Groomsmen jumping and cheering at Tre Bella by Wedgewood Weddings

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JIM’S FORMAL WEAR: How to Rent a Tuxedo

Hey Wedgewood Weddings couples! Get exclusive savings on your men’s wedding day attire with Jim’s Formal Wear! Only available to booked Wedgewood Weddings couples through Bliss Benefits!

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Wedding Vow Trends to Personalize Your Wedding Ceremony

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Wedding Vow Trends to Personalize Your Wedding Ceremony

While the concept of exchanging wedding vows can be traced back as far as Ancient Rome, the actual traditions surrounding the exchange of vows have adapted over the years. If you’re searching for an extra-special way to express your love on your wedding day, your vows are a great place to start!...

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SPOOKtacular Halloween Theme Wedding!

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SPOOKtacular Halloween Theme Wedding!

Are you an autumn bride, or groom? Do you love skulls, pumpkins and everything that Halloween means to you? We do too! If spooky is your style, consider a Halloween theme for your wedding. You can go all out for your festive Halloween-themed day by incorporating the season’s colors, ghosts, goblins...

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Should You Include Your Pooch in Your Wedding Party?

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Should You Include Your Pooch in Your Wedding Party?

Do you have a special furry someone in your life that you’d like to include in your special day? Having a beloved pet participate in your wedding can be fun and memorable for both you and your guests. If it’s done right, at least.

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Incorporating Fall Colors into Your Wedding

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Incorporating Fall Colors into Your Wedding

Fall is the perfect season for planning a wedding - from the cool air to the perfectly timed sunsets, autumn is a bride’s (and wedding planner’s) dream. While fall weather may be ideal for an evening filled with romance, there’s one benefit that absolutely stands out: the colors! If you are...

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How to Choose the Right Wedding Jewelry

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How to Choose the Right Wedding Jewelry

Choosing your wedding jewelry? Let us help! Selecting men’s attire for a wedding is pretty straightforward but piecing together a bride’s look can be a bit more challenging. It’s not as simple as matching the belt with the boots and you’re ready to go. Finding the perfect dress takes creativity...

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Why Listening To Vows Made Me Rethink Love

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Why Listening To Vows Made Me Rethink Love

Find out the most special part of being a wedding coordinator and why it is difficult but inspiring! Lane says: I'm lucky couples trust me enough to express their love in front of me. It’s special, and it’s exciting. And I’m thrilled that I can learn how to become better at my job, and how to...

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People cheersing with red wine

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Wine for Your Wedding - Everything You Need To Know

Pairing the right wine with the right food at your wedding reception can feel like a high-pressure decision. Let's break it down so that you feel confident about your wine selection. Today, I'm going to run through typical features of common varietals and my favorite menu options. I was about 10...

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Couple in hedges at Eagle Ridge by Wedgewood Weddings

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7 Reasons to Love a Weekday Wedding

When planning a wedding, people often default to choosing a weekend date due to the convenience, but there's a great alternative that has its own set of perks: a weekday wedding! From cost savings to vendor availability, a Thursday wedding is sounding mighty sweet! See why more couples are choosing...

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How to Plan the Best Bachelor/ette Party | Wedgewood Weddings

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How to Plan the Best Bachelor/ette Party

Your best friend has spent months planning their special day and now it's time to celebrate their upcoming nuptials with a bachelor/bachelorette party! This "last hurrah" with friends before getting married is a time-honored tradition that provides the perfect outlet for the groom- or bride-to-be...

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Couple hugging and planning their budget

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Newly Engaged? Make These 5 Money Moves

After your exciting engagement, you're inevitably going to have a lot of planning to do. While it may be tempting to jump headfirst into scheduling an engagement shoot or sending out “save the dates,” remember that financial planning should be at the forefront of your conversations as a newly...

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9 Great Ways to Use Photos Taken by Guests | Wedgewood Weddings

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9 Great Ways to Use Photos Taken by Guests

Wedding photos are important to your special day, especially years later. While you'll likely have a professional photographer to capture all of those special moments, your guests will also take lots of pictures throughout your wedding. So, you’ll certainly want to look at ways of gathering those...

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Wedding Registry Tips: How To Start Your New Life Together

Ah, weddings! Moments where laughter bubbles like champagne and the sweet melody of love spreads like a fairytale. It's the soft glow of fairy lights reflecting in teary eyes and the electric energy of two souls stepping into a shared forever.

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25 Wedding Registry Must-Haves | Wedgewood Weddings

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Must-Have Items for Your Wedding Registry

Among all the wedding planning processes, picking items for your wedding registry is one of the most fun! The tradition of wedding registries has been around since the 1930s and has long served as a valuable way for guests to celebrate the happy couple's new lives together. Now that online...

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couple outside looking at laptop

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5 Tips For A Successful Wedding Website

Of the many experiences you'll have in your lifetime, one that will excite you the most—and one that you're sure to want to remember—is your wedding. After all, there's nothing quite like having your own celebration for the life you're looking forward to with your partner.

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Couple on the couch, laughing while on their phone

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How Tech Can Make Your Relationship Stronger

Did you find love after swiping right? It's no surprise that more and more romantic relationships begin through the use of technology. A study conducted at Stanford University reported that around 40 percent of couples now meet online. It’s wonderful to see that so many are able to utilize...

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Latest Trends in Bridesmaid Dresses | Wedgewood Weddings

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Latest Trends in Bridesmaid Dresses

Wedding bells are fast approaching. The excitement of your loved ones is uncontainable. Everything is set for the celebration, thanks to everyone who lent a helping hand leading up to the wedding day. They are close to the heart of the bride: they are her emotional support and her ray of sunshine...

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A Guide on What to Gift Newlyweds | Wedgewood Weddings

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What to Gift Newlyweds - 18 Great Ideas

18 great newlywed gift ideas to make your life easier. There's a lot of pressure to find the best gift when friends and family get married and with so many gift ideas to choose from, it can be challenging to narrow down your options. If you're going to attend a wedding soon but still need to figure...

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Framing your 'I Do'

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Framing your 'I Do'

Clear vision is a wedding day must. If you wear glasses on the regular, incorporate them into your wedding look with these three tips:

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Exploring Wedding Venues

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Exploring Wedding Venues

During the first few weeks of your engagement, it’s as if you’re in a sweet, clueless bubble. Everything is new and exciting, and the possibilities are endless! But then you realize, the possibilities literally are endless, and that is quite an overwhelming thought! At Wedgewood Weddings, we...

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Manage Your Wedding Budget

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Manage Your Wedding Budget

Weddings are expensive. In fact, they are one of the biggest single expenditures you are likely to make, second only to buying a house! Until you’ve planned your own wedding, it can be hard to understand why someone would spend so much money “on just one day”. However, we find that couples rarely...

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Wedding Day Smile Bride and Groom

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Get Your Smile Wedding Day Ready

Is your big day around the corner? Perhaps you aren't the bride or groom this time, but a close friend or family member is getting married. You want to look perfect for the wedding season. Apart from finding the perfect dress and haircut, your smile should be a priority. It'll ensure you look...

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Glasses Wearing Bride - Colby Falls by Wedgewood Weddings

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Beauty Tips for Brides Who Wear Glasses

Few things are more beautiful than a bride who is radiantly happy on her wedding day. But, if you are someone who wears eyeglasses, you may be wondering whether your look will be good enough to get the photographer to snap that perfect shot. It's not uncommon for brides to wear eyeglasses on their...

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Colorful Weddings are Making a Comeback | Wedgewood Weddings Blog

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Why Colorful Weddings are On Trend This Year

Couples want their wedding day to be a fantastic occasion, and everything from the guest list to their theme is carefully decided. One item in particular that they decide on is their color palette. Your chosen colors influence the atmosphere and set the tone of your wedding. They also help you...

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Katie's Wedding At Carlsbad Windmill by Wedgewood Weddings

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Carlsbad Windmill Real Wedding: Katie & Josh

Say hello to Katie and Josh who tied the knot at the Carlsbad Windmill in February 2021! This joyful couple's wedding was absolutely gorgeous, and we loved every part of their big day, alongside their beaming family and friends.

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6 Great Reasons for a Phoenix, AZ, Destination Wedding

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6 Reasons for a Phoenix, AZ, Destination Wedding

If you're considering having your destination wedding in Phoenix, Arizona, here are six advantages you want to consider:

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Couple kissing at Carlsbad Windmill by Wedgewood Weddings

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Learn Your Partner's Love Language

You need to have the power to read other people's minds to know your partner's thoughts. People are different, and sometimes you meet a person whose love language is different from yours. Maybe they don't say 'I love you' in the same way you do, but that doesn't mean they don't feel it. Knowing a...

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How to Dress Well When Tying the Knot | Wedgewood Weddings

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How To Dress Well When Tying the Knot

Your wedding day is one of the most special days of your life, and it's a day you will remember forever. After all, this is the day when the love and commitment you share with your partner, your promises to each other, the laughter, tears, love, and celebration will be captured in photographs and...

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Ways to Curb Pre-Wedding Jitters | Wedgewood Weddings

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8 Ways to Curb Pre-Wedding Jitters

Your wedding is almost here! You're probably excited, nervous, and a bit overwhelmed... to sum it up, you're just feeling all of the feelings right now, and that's completely normal! A wedding is a beautiful ceremony for couples to vow their love and commitment to each other. With so much...

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Couple camping by rv under the stars

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Essential Tips for a Glamping Honeymoon

Your honeymoon will be one of many incredible trips you take with your future spouse. It should kick off your married life in the happiest way possible, which is why so many couples decide to go glamping.

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Planning a Wedding on a Budget | Wedgewood Weddings

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Planning a Wedding on a Budget

Are you planning a wedding and trying to stick to a budget? Don't worry! Many couples are just like you; they want an amazing day within their particular budget. Whether you're hoping for a small event at $10,000 or a larger event under $40,000, it is possible to have a beautiful and memorable...

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Your Central California weddings guide to venues and local entertainment

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Central California Weddings: An Ultimate Guide

Central California is the perfect backdrop of a wedding–from its convenient access to some of the state’s most beautiful parkland to the countless miles of rugged coastline. From its breathtaking beaches on the western coast to the towering sequoias in the east, Central California has no shortage...

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