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So you've made the cut as a bridesmaid for your BFF's big day — Congratulations! You might not know it yet, but you’ve just taken on one of the most important roles of the wedding. But what does it take to be a great bridesmaid? Preparation is key. Here’s a comprehensive checklist for bridesmaids...
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Some couples prefer a simple outdoor wedding over a big extravaganza in a fancy ballroom. And it’s easy to see why. A quaint and intimate celebration definitely has its own unique charm. Plus, the outdoors can offer more space, flexibility, and the effortless beauty of nature ─ just the ingredients...
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When it comes to wedding planning, every couple has unique priorities and preferences. With years of experience in the wedding industry, we've gained valuable insights into areas where investing a little extra can make a significant impact and areas where you can save without compromising on the...
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Are you a bride-to-be searching for the perfect wedding venue with a side of sunshine and sea breeze? Look no further, because a destination wedding is the stress-free option for you! Picture this: you and your love, exchanging vows on a white sandy beach with the ocean as your backdrop. And...
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If you dream of a wedding venue filled with rustic charm and history, right on the edge of San Francisco’s most famous park, look no further. The Log Cabin at the Presidio checks all those boxes and more and we are thrilled to welcome it to our family of stunning Bay Area wedding venues. Let’s take...
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Deep in the heart of historic San Francisco is the extraordinary adobe-style Officers' Club at the Presidio that boasts century-old Spanish features of wrought iron, artistic tiles, and dark wood accents. This elegant yet cozy structure accommodates weddings, holiday gatherings, Quinceanera's, and...
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Engaged couples often refer to social media for the latest trends and tips on wedding venues and vendors, and it's always an honor when Wedgewood Weddings is mentioned on these platforms. Recently, on Colorado Wedding Venues: A Community for Couples Facebook page, Mountain View Ranch by Wedgewood...
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Looking to add a wow factor to your wedding day, and you have yet to figure out that perfect detail? Look no further than late-night wedding snacks! Everyone is always looking for a tasty snack after a good night's dance; why not charm your guests with an all-time favorite light meal. Food trucks...
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With engagement season officially here, newly engaged couples often feel pressure to set a wedding date right away. In fact, one of the first questions people often hear after sharing their engagement with family and friends is, “When’s the date?” However, we advise finding the right venue first,...
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Weddings can be postponed for numerous reasons - all are legitimate, none need to be explained, and your friends will happily wait until the time is right. If you're looking for help with how to announce that you're postponing your wedding, want advice on wording and postponement templates, or need...
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Whether you're planning an intimate wedding celebration, getting hitched in a tropical location, or have guests that can't make the trip due to a global pandemic, there are many reasons why you might opt to live stream your wedding for all your friends and family to see! Thanks to technology, live...
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A favorite event among many Wedgewood Weddings team members is the Culinary Clash competition where professional kitchen teams show off their skills. In August 2021, the tasty battle returned, pairing restaurant teams with teen sous chefs to create a uniquely fantastic sandwich. The challenge...
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Meet Enyo and Etienne who tied the knot this spring at Palm Valley in Goodyear, AZ. These love birds were an absolute joy to work with every step of the way. We love how they intertwined elements of their faith and heritage and wrapped it all together with a stunning color palette of dusty blues,...
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You can hear the wedding bells by just looking at pictures of the Chapel of Our Lady. This historic chapel is a true reflection of beauty and elegance. There is plenty of room for 200 guests in the chapel, which boasts dramatic exposed beams and massive vaulted ceilings. Since 1864, the building...
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Smart couples choose all-inclusive wedding packages for the ultimate one-stop-shop experience. Say goodbye to endless vendor meetings and hello to endless margaritas by the pool. With everything from the venue to the grub, decorations, and even your wedding snaps included, you can sit back, relax...
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I always imagined that choosing my wedding venue would be long-winded and rational. We’d explore half a dozen venues, compare pros and cons, and spend weeks choosing the perfect one. Fast forward to today, I’m happy to say that choosing our wedding venue was one of the easiest decisions we’ve ever...
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Within every acre of this National Park and every detail of the Presidio venues', the history is rich and extraordinary, offering a unique experience for every event. The endless period details will give your event extra personality in this 1940s-era clubhouse—sitting upon rolling greens alongside...
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Your color palette plays a key role in setting the tone for your entire wedding. It can express your personality and communicate your unique love story. Now, neutral palettes are classic for a reason, but bringing out the color? That's a sure way to make your big day stand out. So if you're mulling...
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A same-sex wedding is just like anyone else’s: full of love and joy, with maybe a heartfelt tear or two! We regularly host LGBTQ+ weddings at our gorgeous event venues and absolutely love them. Every wedding is a chance to form close bonds with a couple and help transform their wedding ideas into a...
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According to Brides.com, the average couple spends 15% of their budget on photography and videography—that's a pretty decent chunk! After all, your wedding photos are one of the few tangibles from your wedding day for the rest of your lives. Naturally, you'll want to make sure you have a great...
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For a small piece of paper, there are surprisingly a lot of details to master when designing, creating, and sending out your invitations. The good news is, while there's certainly a traditional way of preparing invitations, there's definitely no right or wrong way to go about it. Whether you want...
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Inviting the charming venues of San Francisco's Presidio Park into the Wedgewood Weddings family is worthy of celebration every day. Featuring a stunning natural preserve, incredible views of the bay and the Golden Gate Bridge, and numerous historic buildings, Wedgewood Weddings at The Presidio is...
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Zach and Bailey are a unique couple, and we loved supporting their love story! Engaged for five years, they decide taking their time would help them enjoy every moment of their wedding adventure more. This detail-oriented couple invited their closest family and friends to celebrate their beautiful...
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The Secret Garden in Arizona is one of our most-loved historic wedding venues, one that has been meticulously preserved and restored. This means that we hold on to those great historic features, while making sure our facilities are modern and up to date. The Secret Garden: A Historic Spanish...
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Today the Presidio Trust and Wedgewood Weddings & Events announce a new master leasing partnership for the operations of several of the Presidio of San Francisco’s iconic venues; the Golden Gate Club, the Chapel of Our Lady and the Log Cabin in Northern CA. Wedgewood Weddings & Events will lease...
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Valentine's Day (and every day) is the ideal time to show your loved one how much you care. While flowers, chocolates, and dinner dates are always great, why not switch things up with more unusual -- but just as romantic -- ideas?
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When you plan your wedding, do you see yourself getting married locally or traveling? We offer all-inclusive packages at venues nationwide, allowing destination weddings to be simple to prepare and realistic to achieve–this was the case for Autumn & Jordan's stunning winter wedding in New Hampshire.
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Winning always feels good and that's why we're sharing our latest news: Stonetree Estate by Wedgewood Weddings has received an Honor Award in the Independent Journal's Readers' Choice 2021 Awards Contest. Local residents voted for the best wedding venues in the area, and we're thrilled that they...
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Receptions are on the rise! First comes love, then comes marriage - much like first comes the ceremony, then comes the reception. Although this is the traditional order, it is becoming increasingly popular to host reception-only celebrations. We're here to help guide you towards a spectacular...
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We've got eight great reasons why rustic weddings are here to stay! When it comes to wedding style, looks and themes, rustic weddings are a classic choice that will never go out of style. With their natural beauty and relaxed atmosphere, rustic weddings are the perfect way to celebrate your love...
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Galway Downs is a fantastic venue for couples looking for an unforgettable wedding experience. With its exceptional amenities, modern architecture, and spellbinding views. Galway Downs is nestled among the rolling hills of wine country and features breathtaking views of Temecula, the Sierra Nevada...
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When it comes to wedding planning, there can be a rollercoaster of emotions. Mainly eagerness and joy sprinkled with nerves. Joshua and Adora experienced all of these feelings and more while planning their beautiful mountainside wedding. They managed to coordinate their destination celebration at ...
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Fall and love were clearly in the air for Jocelyn and Gregory, who tied the knot in October of 2020. Surrounded by orange and yellow leaves along with their closest friends and family, the happy couple celebrated their ceremony at Stonetree Estate by Wedgewood Weddings. Although their original...
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Following our well-received renovation at Sequoia Mansion by Wedgewood Weddings, we’re continuing our hard work matching Wedgewood Weddings style to couples' evolving needs.
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Perched above Saddleback Valley and adjacent to a luxurious golf course, Aliso Viejo by Wedgewood Weddings is the serene wedding venue you’ve been looking for, without straying too far from the center of Orange County. Aliso Viejo by Wedgewood Weddings offers inspiring views from its outdoor...
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We're excited to announce the introduction of a new term in the wedding lexicon: 'Nearlywed.' This innovative concept adds an extra layer of joy and anticipation to the journey of love, marking the transition from engaged couples to blissful newlyweds.
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When you plan a wedding, many people start by picking a wedding theme - Romantic, Modern, Boho, and more! Obviously, COVID-19 was never a planned theme, and Allie & Allistar were still overjoyed to create their long-awaited Harry Potter wedding theme! They were happy to share their vows at Ken...
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Let's talk about a concept at the heart of all great hospitality: ValSerVenience. This idea embodies what guests should expect - value, service, and convenience.
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Emma and Austin sweetly declared 'I do' on August 29, 2020, in Colorado. These BFFs were determined to make their wedding happen and it was the pinnacle of their year! We were so honored to stand by their side throughout this entire process. *** "The best thing about my wedding was definitely...
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There are so many things to love about a New England Wedding – from breathtaking mountain views and miles of unadulterated forests to the country’s freshest seafood. History and natural beauty intertwine in the country’s oldest clearly defined region, making it a beautiful backdrop for fairytale...
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Have you heard of Culinary Clash? For many years, our chef team at Wedgewood Weddings have been Culinary Clash winners while supporting ProStart, a national education program to help high school students find their passion for culinary arts and hospitality.
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“Everything is bigger in Texas!” We’ve all heard the phrase, and we believe it’s true. From food, to football, to hats, to the actual state itself, everything really is bigger in Texas. So, when you plan a wedding at Hofmann Ranch in Texas, you can expect it to be as big and beautiful as the lone...
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Meet Katie and Troy, who tied the knot at our vintage-feel wedding venue, Lindsay Grove in Arizona, on June 6, 2020. Katie and Troy are awesome people, their wedding was gorgeous and they were one of the first couples to have a post COVID-19 wedding! We understand that many couples with upcoming...
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With engagement season officially here, newly engaged couples often feel pressure to set a wedding date right away. In fact, one of the first questions people often hear after sharing their engagement with family and friends is, “When’s the date?” However, we advise finding the right venue first,...
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Are you venue shopping from a distance or finding yourself too busy with work to visit venues in person? If you're eager to secure your wedding venue and start planning but feel short on time for in-person tours, a virtual venue tour can be a fantastic solution!
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Life's stresses can impact everyone's mood and outlook. Let's make sure we get through tough times together with positivity and joy. Today, we're sharing some quick tips to boost your happiness during stressful periods. The best part? These apply anytime!
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First introduced by our friends at The Knot in 2019, Sequel Weddings gained more traction as a creative way to keep wedding plans intact due to COVID-19-related interruptions. and nowadays the trend remains on point especially for couples with busy, busy lives or people who want to spread out the...
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Social distancing guidelines may have put a damper on some of the in-person aspects of wedding planning, but that doesn’t mean you have to miss out on one of the most fun parts of being engaged. For many couples, cake tasting is one of the highlights of wedding planning - and why wouldn’t it be?...
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When it comes to wedding planning, we've got it all handled. From ideation to execution, we're your go-to experts seven days a week. That's right—you can skip the extra cost of a wedding planner. We've got all the expertise you need right here. Our venues are always pristine, our team is dedicated...
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Amidst blooming flowers and under sunny skies, Stephanie and Bernard delighted guests by exchanging vows on a lovely Monday evening in April at Carmel Fields by Wedgewood Weddings. A unique highlight of their special day was a live artist capturing their nuptials on canvas in real time - offering...
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Looking for the perfect Colorado wedding photography team? Look no further than LOVE & LENS Photography! Led by the talented ex-photojournalist Tom Koetting, this team knows how to capture candid, emotional moments and turn them into stunning, timeless memories. With a personalized approach to...
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Weddings are a time to celebrate love and commitment with the people you care about most. And for many couples, that includes their children. Including children in a wedding can add an extra layer of joy and excitement to the day and create memories that will last a lifetime. As with any aspect of...
