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Staci C. Franklin
- Jun 4, 2019
- 1 min
Top 10 First Dance Songs For 2019
The announcement of the happy couple as they enter the reception and glide to the center of the dance floor is the official signal that the reception has begun. However, it's that first dance song that often times sets the tone for the remainder of the reception. If you have yet to find that perfect song, here are the top 10 tunes for 2019. 1. Thinking Out Loud by Ed Sheeran 2. At Last by Etta James 3. You Are The Best Thing by Ray LaMontagne 4. All Of Me by John Legend 5.
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Staci C. Franklin
- Oct 17, 2018
- 3 min
10 Wedding Trends for 2019
If you’re like most brides planning a wedding for 2019 you want be on trend while expressing your unique style and personality as a couple but you may not know where to begin. No worries, I’ve got you’ve covered. I’ve been watching the bridal trends for 2019 and here’s how you can incorporate them into your special day. 1. Lots of bold color. Think oranges, reds and jewel tones. You can include these into various aspects of your wedding décor such as the table settings, can
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Staci C. Franklin
- Jun 13, 2018
- 5 min
What Every Wedding Needs
Don’t you hate it when you go to an event and it’s unorganized, chaotic and no one seems to know what the heck is going on? Decorations are still being put in place, the DJ is still setting up equipment and the food is not even close to being served. So why does this happen? And more importantly why does it seem to happen at events with small and large budgets? My best guess – they didn’t have a thorough event timeline, if there was one at all. Early on in my career, when
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Staci C. Franklin
- Apr 4, 2018
- 3 min
5 Reasons Why You Should Consider A Pop Up Wedding
Oh wow!! Congratulations on your engagement! You feel like you’re floating through a field of roses. The air even seems fresher as you bask in the glory of saying YES to your soulmate. And then it happens … The excitement fades. The birds stop chirping a melodious tune in your head. And “OMG” creeps in … you have to plan a wedding! The dress … the venue … the guests … the wedding party … the budget … How can you possibly handle it all? If this is your current situation, a po
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Staci C. Franklin
- May 11, 2017
- 2 min
Choosing the Right Caterer For Your Special Event
When budgeting for your event. You’ll quickly find that food is going to be the most expensive line item in your event budget. Here are a few things you’ll want to keep in mind as you are selecting your caterer. Start early. If you’re planning a wedding, you’ll want to start the process for hiring a caterer approximately 10-12 months out from your wedding date. When you begin this far in advance, you’ll have a better chance at securing your first choice caterer. Get refer
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