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Maddie and Will’s love story reached new heights on a sunny July day in 2023 as they exchanged vows against the stunning backdrop of Castle Hill Inn in Newport, Rhode Island. Their wedding was a vibrant and unforgettable affair, filled with bold colors, creative details, and a whole lot of love. The festivities kicked off […]

Castle Hill Inn, Event Design, Event Planning, Real Wedding, Venues, Weddings

April 1, 2024

Striking and Colorful Maximalist Wedding at Castle Hill Inn

Unraveling the Misconception When it comes to wedding planning, there’s a prevailing myth that having a venue coordinator eliminates the need for a wedding planner. This misconception has led many couples to overlook the invaluable benefits of having a dedicated wedding planner by their side. Let’s dive into the truth behind this common belief and […]

Event Planning, Planning Tips, Uncategorized, Venues, Weddings

March 15, 2024

Debunking the Myth: Venue Coordinator vs. Wedding Planner

Samantha and John’s love story reached its pinnacle on a beautiful June day in 2023 as they said “I do” surrounded by the serene beauty of Ocean House in Watch Hill, Rhode Island. Although we battled scattered thunderstorms for a majority of the day, their wedding ended up being a vibrant celebration of love, filled […]

Event Design, Event Planning, Ocean House, Real Wedding, Weddings

March 1, 2024

Vibrant Garden Wedding at Ocean House

Planning a wedding is an endeavor that requires meticulous attention to detail, strategic decision-making, and a dash of creativity. As a wedding planner with well over 13 years of experience, I understand the importance of setting the right foundation for an unforgettable celebration. In this blog post, I’ll share the crucial initial steps of your […]

Event Planning, Planning Tips, Uncategorized, Weddings

February 29, 2024

Wedding Planning: Where to Start Your Journey

On November 30th, 2022 an intimate group of Wedding Planners gathered in Newport, Rhode Island for the first Wedding Planner Strategy Session in preparation for 2023. The focus of this half-day meeting was to bring together like-minded individuals who want to better their businesses through education, discussion, and collaboration. It was the perfect opportunity to […]

Coaching, Vendors, Wedding Planner Strategy Session, Weddings

February 9, 2023

Revisiting the 2022 Wedding Planner Strategy Session

On February 1st, 2023 we unveiled a completely new look for our website featuring a sleek, modern design and elevated branding.  The overall goal was for our web presence to authentically represent our enlightened approach to full-service planning, showcase our past luxury weddings and events, and share details surrounding our service offerings.  We just love the elegant […]

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February 1, 2023

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