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Amanda Fitzsimmons

7 Feb | Amanda Fitzsimmons | No Comments

Feeling Like People Just Don’t Get Your Nontraditional Wedding?

Living in New York City is basically synonymous with living creatively. From perfecting the art of using your oven as storage space to the careful bribery of getting the coffee shop downstairs to accept your packages, the city can make it difficult to do anything… normally? And weddings are no exception. Venues’ rental fees alone …

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Modern, Colorful Wedding 101

If you’re a bride whose style skews a little more modern or who likes a touch of color but still wants to achieve a romantic vibe for your special day, look no further for inspiration. At Jeremy Chou‘s latest workshop, he and Natalie Choi Events + Design pulled off that tricky combination, and we’ve got …

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6 Feb | Amanda Fitzsimmons | No Comments

Our $35K, LGBTQ Wedding Was Clear Eyes, Full Hearts, And Texas Forever

constance, Assistant Principal & melissa, market communications strategy specialist Sum-up of the wedding vibe: Texas Summer, Austin Chic. Planned budget: $30,000 Actual budget: $35,000 Number of guests: 100 LOCATION: Hutto, Texas Where we allocated the most funds: Venue, Flowers, Photographer, DJ Where we allocated the least funds: Dress and Suit: Melissa’s dress was actually cheaper than the …

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This Wedding Proves Home is Where the Heart Is

You know what is the epitome of sweet? Building an entire wedding celebration around the idea of home. Crafted by Amorology, with florals by The Dainty Lion and images by Meiwen Wang, this seaside affair combines the beauty of alfresco dining with genius nods to Home, Sweet Home. Ahem brilliant backdrop, we’re looking at you.

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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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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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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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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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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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