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6 Feb | Amanda Fitzsimmons | No Comments

How To Survive Changing Your Whole Life

Our last day living in Kenya, after sixteen years of living in Africa, my colleagues threw a going-away party for me. We had sold our cars, and my husband, Brian, was completing the spatial relations Jenga that is a moving container. While he worked with the movers wrestling the detritus of our life into that …

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6 Feb | Amanda Fitzsimmons | No Comments

How Do I Pick Hair And Makeup Vendors For My Diverse Wedding?

Q: I am getting married in California up in Tahoe, and am a white female. I am reaching out to hair and makeup people, and the vast majority of them have pictures of weddings they have done that only include white people. My wedding party consists of my friend who is Indian-American and my niece …

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6 Feb | Amanda Fitzsimmons | No Comments

They Wed Under the Stars + Surrounded by Art

For their wedding, this couple imagined themselves toasting champagne while dancing the night away under the stars, surrounded by beautiful works of art and the ones they loved most. With the expert assistance of Ivory and Vine Event Co., that’s exactly what they did at their Nasher Sculpture Center nuptials photographed by Stephanie Brazzle! No …

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5 Feb | Amanda Fitzsimmons | No Comments

Our Absolute Favorite 75+ Wedding Dance Songs

I’ve been to my fair share of receptions that had amazing wedding dance songs. Like, kick your granny out because the bar is closing, and she’s still busting a move kind of amazing wedding playlist. But I’ve also been to my fair share of wedding receptions that, well, didn’t have a whole lot of dancing going on. …

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5 Feb | Amanda Fitzsimmons | No Comments

This Gorgeous Black Tie Affair Came Together in 72 Hours

Three days is but a blink of the eye in terms of wedding planning. But when wild fires hit California this black-tie affair had to be completely re-worked and quick. With the help of an awesome team of vendors including Tyler Speier Events and Natalie Bray Studios, that gorgeous Plan B came to life. Feast …

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5 Feb | Amanda Fitzsimmons | No Comments

In Search of the Perf Gown? The Right Fabric Makes All the Difference

Looking beautiful on your Big Day begins and ends with the right gown, and if you dream of sailing down the aisle like a total princess, trust us on this one – it’s the fabric that can truly make all of the difference. Whether its ultra-soft Mikado, stunning tulle or romantic lace, the genius designers at Allure …

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5 Feb | Amanda Fitzsimmons | No Comments

A Wedding Editorial Crafted With Love by Italy’s Finest Artisans

Growing up as the daughter of a small business owner, it was quickly instilled in me the importance of shopping small and shopping local, so I’m totally in love with the concept behind this gorgeous Tuscan editorial designed and coordinated by Laura Bravi Events! From the couple’s attire to the stationery, many of the components …

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5 Feb | Amanda Fitzsimmons | No Comments

How Are You Paying For Your Wedding?

If there’s one word associated with weddings, it’s money. Not romance, or timeless, or dreamy, or any of those words wedding media is fond of overusing. Nope. The one thing that you really can’t avoid when it comes to weddings is spending some cash. No matter how no-frills you go, your wedding is going to …

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4 Feb | Amanda Fitzsimmons | No Comments

The Wedding Trends Every 2018 Bride Is Going to Want Included in Her Big Day

In a world of social media overload, it’s easy to become a victim of the latest wedding trend everyone is obsessing about (um, hi, burlap and mason jars). And, no bride wants to look back on her wedding photos and wonder, “What was I thinking?!” But, thankfully, 2018’s biggest wedding trends aren’t only beautiful, but …

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4 Feb | Amanda Fitzsimmons | No Comments

15 Ways to Add a Touch of Valentine’s Day to Your Newlywed Home

Wondering how to fill your home with Cupid’s touch without going over the top? We’ve done all of the shopping for you and the results are 15 seriously chic + romantic picks that belong on your registry, like now. From the cutest of tea towels to a pink stand mixer (!), these beauties will add …

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