Why is Wedding Planning So Stressful?
Why is wedding planning so stressful? You’re only planning one of the most momentous days of your lives. You likely have no experience and are overwhelmed by all the tasks ahead of you. All of this taken together can be a recipe for stress when it comes to wedding planning. Here are some of the other reasons why wedding planning can be so stressful.
Six Creative Unity Ceremony Ideas That Aren't a Unity Candle
Looking for unique unity ceremony ideas? Check out these six creative alternatives to a unity candle that will make your wedding ceremony unforgettable.
Real or Fake Flowers: Which Should You Choose for Your Wedding?
Are you trying to decide between real or fake flowers for your wedding day? This article breaks down the pros and cons of each option to help you make the best choice.
Exploring Wedding Venues in the Quad Cities
Find the perfect venue in the Quad Cities for your upcoming wedding! Whether you're planning a small party or a large celebration, we have you covered with our venue resources.
What Does a Wedding Photographer Actually Do?
What are you actually paying a wedding photographer to do? So much more than just taking photos of your walk down the aisle! Here’s all that’s involved in preparing for and capturing a wedding.
Why Should I Care if My Vendors Have Insurance?
Your wedding day is a once-in-a-lifetime event, and hiring wedding vendors to bring your day to life is a large part of the planning process. You may have heard or read somewhere to verify your vendors are insured, but it’s easy to assume that your happy, smiling florist, photographer, or baker has insurance. Verifying that your vendors are legit, insured, and tax-paying businesses is a small step to avoid potential catastrophe down the road.
Why You Shouldn't Hire a Photographer Family Member or Friend
Do not make the mistake of hiring a friend/ family member. If you have a close friend or family member who is just getting into photography or has a professional camera, it can be tempting to accept their offer to shoot your wedding day for free (or much cheaper than a professional photographer would). But letting a non-professional photograph your wedding can result in low-quality or even terrible images, meaning you end up with no good photos of one of the most important days of your life.
What Does a $20k Wedding Look Like?
Two dollar amounts— $21k and $36k. One is the amount most QCA couples actually spend on their weddings and the other is the amount required to hire a high-quality wedding professional in all categories. So what’s the $15k discrepancy? That’s where couples prioritized and made some tough choices.
Below are some examples. Consider that the first three couples had a $20k budget and a guest count of about 150— both pretty realistic. Each couple prioritized parts of their wedding day and allotted their budgets to reflect that.