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Wedding Seating Plans, Simplified

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Wedding Seating Plans, Simplified

You have your venue, you’re finalizing your menu selection, and now it’s time to arrange your guests and tables for your perfect wedding reception. You’ve probably heard stories about the great wall of Post-Its with lists of names, stacks of scratch paper with endless notes, and guest list “A”...

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Why Southern California is Your Perfect Wedding Destination

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Why Choose Southern California for Your Wedding Destination

Before you can start any official wedding planning, one of the first decisions you have to consider is where you want to get married! While most couples stay local to where they live, many choose to set off to a destination that's far from home. But, destination weddings don't have to be limited to...

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Two brides by the lake at Mountain View Ranch

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How to Plan a Minimalist Wedding in Colorado

If you're planning a minimalist Colorado wedding, you can rest assured that you picked the right state. With all its natural beauty, achieving an elegant-yet-effortless vibe is super easy.

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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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Expert planning team at Secret Garden by Wedgewood Weddings

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Your Complete Team of Wedding Professionals

At Wedgewood Weddings, we live and breathe weddings. Our planners and coordinators have an average of at least 110 weddings under their belt and are masters of making sure things go correctly and smoothly. Put simply, you’re in good, no — amazing — hands with your Wedgewood Weddings team. You get a...

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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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Real Wedding at Tapestry House with Whitney and Jonah | Wedgewood Weddings

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Whitney & Jonah's Charming Wedding at Tapestry House

Northern Colorado is a favorite for gorgeous summer days and amazing scenic views; for Whitney and Jonah, it's not only the place they call home, but it was also where they said, 'I do.' On the north side of Fort Collins, they discovered their ideal wedding venue at Tapestry House by Wedgewood...

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Save the Date Cards: Etiquette & Trends

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Save the Date Cards: Etiquette & Trends

Save the date cards are a popular way for couples to announce their upcoming wedding and ensure their loved ones mark the date on their calendars. Let's explore the typical wedding etiquette for save the date cards, the best ways to send them in today's digital age, the history behind their...

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Couple having fun at the beach

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From Fiancé to Forever: 9 Ways to Strengthen Your Bond

You're absolutely smitten with your partner, and it's hard to imagine anything changing that. While every relationship requires effort, we prefer to think of it as giving attention – the kind that keeps your connection strong and vibrant. No one wants to take their loved one for granted, and you're...

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Paige and Ben - outdoor ceremony at The Pines

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I Do's And Mountain Views: Love At The Pines

Check out this beautiful summer wedding at The Pines in Golden, Colorado! Paige and Ben chose a fantastic day to tie the knot surrounded by their family and friends. They incorporated unique details such as board games and even a custom bottle of champagne to commemorate their union. Join us for a...

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a bride and groom doing a first look

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The Benefits Of Doing A First Look

By now, you've probably heard of the superstition that it's bad luck for couples to see each other on their wedding day. However, the "first look" trend has caught on over the last few years and gained immense popularity. The first look is a private, intimate moment between partners when they first...

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25 Tips to save on your wedding

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25 Clever Tips to Save on Your Wedding

Planning a wedding can be expensive, but it doesn't have to break the bank. With some thoughtful planning, you can have an amazing wedding on a budget. Start by setting realistic expectations - grand weddings often have astronomical price tags. Focus on what matters most, like celebrating your love...

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DIY Favors for guests

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DIY Low-Cost Favors Your Guests Will Actually Love

Looking for a way to thank your guests for attending your wedding? Wedding favors are a great way to show some love and appreciation to your guests! It's also something unique that will help them remember the day. And the good news is that you can give your guests memorable gifts without breaking...

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Couple on laptop

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Be the Best Virtual Guest

Received a recent wedding invite? Take this as the universe telling you to say Yes! While we all know there's nothing quite like shaking a leg on the dance floor and catching the bouquet in person, sometimes life has other plans. But here's the fun twist: attending in any way is always better than...

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SoCal Wedding Inspo: Bride and groom kissing on the beach

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SoCal Spring Wedding Inspiration

Got your eyes set on a SoCal wedding in the springtime? We love it! Sunny weather, beautiful venue options, loads of local activities—you've got lots to work with to create a classic Californian wedding. But to help you narrow your options, our SoCal wedding experts are here to provide their top...

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7 Reasons To Love A Winter Wedding

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7 Reasons To Love A Winter Wedding

Winter: Your secret weapon to a stunning, dramatic, and downright magical wedding. From snow-capped mountains to easier planning, you’ll warm right up to these unique winter wedding advantages. If you're a sucker for Hallmark holiday movies and sipping hot toddies in front of a roaring fire, then...

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Couple posing in front of trees - Carlsbad Windmill by Wedgewood Weddings

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Five Things To Consider When Picking A Date

You’re probably very aware by now that the first thing everyone asks you after you get engaged is “when's the big day?” It can seem a little overwhelming to think about scheduling when you've only just gotten engaged, and for good reason! That's why we usually recommend that you steer clear of...

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Wedding Seasons: How To Find The Ideal Wedding Date

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Wedding Seasons: How To Pick a Wedding Date

Picking a wedding date sounds like the easiest part of getting married. After all, how hard could it be to find a day that works for everyone? These days, “everyone” must include the couple of honor, their friends and families, plus the venue, the photographer, the caterer, and the list goes on....

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Find Your Venue Match

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Find Your Venue Match

You found the love of your life and want to spend together forever... that means it's time to go shopping for your wedding venue! If you're just starting your search or have a few spots in mind, let our Venue Match Quiz help you find a location that fits you, your style, and your budget. Start the...

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Tasty, On-Trend Wedding Cake Ideas

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Tasty, On-Trend Wedding Cake Ideas

Need wedding cake inspiration? Take a look at these delicious and stylish cakes that have graced our cake tables recently. Depending on your theme, these wedding cake decoration and flavor ideas may inspire your wedding cake design! What’s trendy and beautiful? We've seen many show-stopping cake...

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The Ultimate Guide to Phoenix Wedding Venues

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The Ultimate Guide to Phoenix Wedding Venues

With over 300 days of sunshine per year, it’s no surprise that Arizona has become one of the top wedding destinations for couples around the country. The heart of which is the greater Phoenix area known for its warm weather, the affordable housing market and the booming economy. Whether you’re...

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Grapes at a vineyard/winery

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Wine-Down Your Wedding Reception

Pairing wine with your meal service is a delightful way to enhance the overall dining experience for you and your guests! There are many ways that wine can be incorporated and take your meal from great to exceptional. Here are 5 general guidelines to help you effectively pair wine with meals.

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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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How to Stay in Love While Hanging at Home - 50 Questions!

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50 Questions: Deepen Your Romantic Connection

Prepare yourself to foster a deeper connection, build a stronger relationship, and enhance mutual understanding with your significant other. Ever contemplated the depths of your beloved's personality, the traits yet to be discovered, the stories yet to be told? Our guide invites you to make your...

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Latest Wedding Trends

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Latest Wedding Trends

We love that, in recent years, weddings have become a production. Thanks to Pinterest and other social media, everyone's going all-out on a gorgeous wedding, and we love seeing all the latest trends come through our venues. Refer to our up-to-the-minute wedding trend guide to stay ahead of the...

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The Latest Wedding Dress Trends | Wedgewood Weddings

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Introducing the Latest Wedding Dress Trends

When it comes to wedding dresses, classic white ball gowns are always in style. However, there are many wedding dress trends for 2023/2024 that breathe new life into the classic silhouettes we all know and love. From floral accents and earthy hues to minimalist and functional, check out our...

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Say 'I Do' at Canopy Grove in Escondido

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Say 'I Do' at Canopy Grove in Escondido

In the hidden foothills of Escondido, CA sits the newest and most luxurious ranch-style wedding venue in San Diego’s North County. We're excited to announce Canopy Grove will open for events in early 2023. This venue features gorgeous, manicured grounds, an open-air ceremony area, and a grand barn...

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Real Wedding: A Magical Union at The Retreat, CA

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Real Wedding: A Magical Union at The Retreat, CA

Join us in admiring this magical union of two remarkable brides at The Retreat by Wedgewood Weddings in Corona, CA. Kayla and Robin shared their vows in early 2020 on an absolutely picture-perfect day in Southern California. When we saw the stunning photographs from Beautiful Day Photography, we...

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Dessert bar - cake with cupcake display

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Dessert Advice For A Sweet & Flavorful Wedding

Your wedding cake and wedding dessert tables are a big deal. To help you decide what to choose for your wedding day, we've asked our experts for their tips based on what they've seen at real weddings recently. Whether you're looking to match your wedding theme, have a sweet tooth, or feel...

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Expert Advice On How To Choose Your Wedding Date - Wedgewood Weddings

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Expert Advice: How To Choose Your Wedding Date

Selecting your wedding date is one of the most notorious steps of wedding planning—and for good reason! It can have a significant impact on the style, weather, and planning of your wedding. While you may receive a lot of pressure from friends and family to set a date, don't rush this step. You'll...

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Virtual Tour of the Best Venues in Colorado

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Virtual Tour of the Best Venues in Colorado

Colorado is home to a diverse landscape of snow-covered mountains, arid desert and scenic river canyons—making it the ultimate natural playground and a popular wedding destination. Whether you’re a fan of breathtaking mountain views, babbling creeks, outdoor adventures, lush forests or small trendy...

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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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Couple feeding each other

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Wedding Menu? Here's How To!

From appetizers that tantalize to entrees that satisfy, we're here to answer your burning questions: "how to choose a wedding menu?", "what is a good menu for a wedding?", and more. Let's dive into our world of scrumptious wedding food ideas and exquisite catering options. Most people are unsure...

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Bride's Generosity Turns Cancelled Wedding into Celebration

In a remarkable display of resilience and compassion, a bride forced to cancel her wedding just days before the event transformed adversity into a memorable celebration benefiting Parents Helping Parents, a nonprofit for those raising children with disabilities. Faced with unexpected information...

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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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Wedding Color Combinations You’ll Love | Wedgewood Weddings

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Wedding Color Combos You’ll Love

Picking your color combinations for your wedding is one of the most fun parts of the planning process and it’s what ultimately ties everything together. From attire to bouquets, flower arrangements, décor, and the all-important cake, there’s a huge amount of planning that needs to go into your big...

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Exceptional Eats Options from Wedgewood Weddings

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Your Menu, Elevated: Introducing Exceptional Eats

Your wedding celebration just got even more delicious! We are thrilled to announce several mouthwatering new entrees added to our award-winning menu, available exclusively at select properties. These new dishes were carefully crafted by our expert chefs to provide your guests with an unforgettable...

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Plan Your Unique Las Vegas Wedding

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Plan Your Unique Las Vegas Wedding

When you hear the phrase “Vegas Wedding”, you may picture an Elvis impersonator performing a ceremony for a couple that met that very day. Parents/relatives are not invited, the bride and groom may or may not be sober, and the whole thing is finished in ten minutes or less. However, the beauty of...

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Welcome to Hacienda de las Flores!

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Welcome to Hacienda de las Flores!

Tucked away in the heart of Moraga, California, lies the beautiful Hacienda de las Flores. Rich with beautiful greenery including blue atlas trees, willows, palms, and flowers, the grounds of the venue are gorgeous on their own but paired with the stunning Spanish-style architecture of the...

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Charming Forest Weddings at Scenic Springs, TX

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Charming Forest Weddings at Scenic Springs, TX

Under a canopy of magnificent oaks and a wide blue sky, transform from nearly weds to newlyweds at our newest location: Scenic Springs by Wedgewood Weddings. This gorgeous 10-acre estate is located in the historic Grey Forest, among the quaint farm community of Helotes, providing a Hill Country...

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Tropical Drag-Themed Wedding in Sacramento

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Tropical Drag-Themed Wedding in Sacramento

What do you get when you mix bold tropical colors, vivacious drag queen energy, and a flash mob on your wedding day? Possibly the most joyous and exciting occasion of your life! Ryan and Ry are two bright spirits and their beautiful sequel wedding celebration at Union Brick in Sacramento was...

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May the 4th: Star Wars Wedding Inspiration

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May the 4th: Star Wars Wedding Inspiration

May The 4th Be With You! Happy May the Fourth to every Star Wars fan! In observance of this special day, we've put together an out-of-this-universe gallery of Star Wars wedding ideas for you—because let’s face it—the Force is strong, and we can’t help ourselves. Welcome to the wedding side! ***

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Marry in SoCal Wine Country at Bel Vino Winery

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Marry in SoCal Wine Country at Bel Vino Winery

Introducing Bel Vino Winery by Wedgewood Weddings in Temecula, California. This gorgeous SoCal winery is the newest addition to Wedgewood Weddings and we’re so excited to bring amazing weddings and events to life at this 40-acre vineyard property.

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April & Oliver's Elegant Summer Wedding

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April & Oliver's Elegant Summer Wedding

Meet April & Oliver! We're here to gush a bit over their elegant summer wedding that took place at The Ranch at Silver Creek in San Jose, California. With navy blue and blush pink as their primary wedding colors, this romantic wedding had the perfect backdrop with the stunning rolling hills...

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Introducing The Ranch at Silver Creek in San Jose

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Introducing The Ranch at Silver Creek in San Jose

Escape the city and fast pace of downtown San Jose at the newest Wedgewood Weddings venue: The Ranch at Silver Creek. As our second property in the beautiful city of San Jose, The Ranch at Silver Creek joined the Wedgewood Weddings family in July of 2021 with manager Jonno Roman leading the venue’s...

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Favor Inspo: Eco-Chic & Trendy Favor Options

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Favor Inspo: Eco-Chic & Trendy Favor Options

Are you and your significant other planning to give a little take-home treat to your wedding guests? Choosing “party favors” can be both fun and challenging. There are endless options, and we here at Wedgewood Weddings have picked up on some of the latest reception trends to help you get inspired!

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Ultimate Bridesmaid Wedding Checklist Checklist

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The Ultimate Bridesmaid Wedding Checklist

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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Simple Outdoor Texas Wedding: A newlywed couple kissing outdoors, surrounded by trees and a barn close-by.

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Simple Outdoor Texas Wedding Ideas

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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Renee & Lauren's Gorgeous Colorado Wedding

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Renee & Lauren's Gorgeous Colorado Wedding

Weddings are guaranteed to make you smile, so enjoy this hat tip to Renee and Lauren's gorgeous event and romantic celebration. Their attention to detail and bold design choices paired perfectly with the natural scenery of Ken Caryl Vista. Lauren and Renee’s gorgeous Colorado wedding serves as true...

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5 Types of Wedding Locations You Need to Consider

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5 Types of Wedding Locations You Need to Consider

It’s happening, you’re starting the exciting process of planning your wedding. There is no doubt in your mind that you’ll find the perfect place for the celebration. You’ve attended other weddings before and will never forget the glamorous hotel, the vintage church, or even the scenic garden that...

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How To Prepare For Your Venue Tour

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How To Prepare For Your Venue Tour

Ready to choose your venue and select your wedding vendors? You can prep by discussing a few key ideas with your fiancé ahead of time. Grab a drink, get comfy and get ready to chat about these four major wedding topics.

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Goth inspired wedding decor at Carlsbad Windmill by Wedgewood Weddings

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Ghoulishly Gothic Fall Wedding Ideas

If you and your fiancé love moody thunderstorms, scary movies, dark color palettes and unconventional adventures, a spooky Halloween-themed wedding might just be perfect for you! Skulls and pumpkins make wonderful gothic decor but gone are the days of taking this theme so literally! Think: dark and...

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