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The home of American writer Ernest Hemingway, known as the Ernest Hemingway Home, is surrounded by swaying palms and sits in a tropical oasis in Key West, Florida. It’s here that this gorgeous couple captured their timeless love with a sweet elopement. Eloping may not be for everyone, but when it’s done right, it can […]

Many couples who reach out to our planners in search for the perfect Florida Keys wedding venue are at the very beginning stages of their planning process. They know they want a Florida Keys wedding – maybe they’ve vacationed here for years, or are looking for that tropical island feel without leaving the country – […]

Serving as the wedding planner for Brianne’s and Cody’s February wedding in Key Largo was a dream! Both the ceremony and reception took place on the beach at this stunning Playa Largo wedding, with a picture-perfect sunset as their backdrop. From their ceremony in the sand, to delicious late night waffles, and ending the night […]

A Fun, Flirty Bachelorette Party at the Don Cesar on St. Pete Beach Our team of Tampa wedding and party planners were more than excited when we were asked to organize a bachelorette party at the iconic Pink Palace. Located on St. Pete Beach, Florida and just steps from the Gulf of Mexico, this beautiful […]

If you’re getting married, or know someone that is, then you may already be familiar with the idea of a first look. For those of you that don’t know, a first look is when the couple see each other before their ceremony. We are pretty big fans of the first look, and you can read […]

A cocktail hour is a great way to start a wedding reception. In most cases, it provides the time needed to capture formal photos or to give your guests a chance to mingle with one another and give them a taste for what is to come. The time between cocktail hour and the reception  is […]

The day has finally arrived! Let’s get you ready for the most important event of your life. You’ve planned everything down to the last detail, so now it’s time to live in the moment. Weddings are fun but can also be stressful, so a little extra preparation goes a long way – and hopefully you […]

Working in the wedding industry as wedding planners, we’ve heard many different types of toasts over the years. We’ve been touched and moved by some of them, and we’ve laughed out loud at a few of them. Knowing how to properly give a wedding toast is an art form and one that takes skill. If […]

Spring is in the air—the flowers are blooming, the birds are chirping and love is in the air! Today we’re sharing a roundup of tips and inspiration for hosting a Spring wedding. Keep reading for all of our insider advice to make your day truly unforgettable. The Venue If you’re getting married in the Spring […]

Being the maid of honor to someone you’re close to is a special role. This can be both an exciting and stressful time, and as the maid of honor, you’ll have some duties to perform throughout the wedding planning process and on the day of the wedding. Below, you’ll find a lot of helpful information […]