In a traditional wedding, couples wait until the ceremony begins to see each other for the first time that day. However, private first looks before the ceremony are becoming more popular, especially as modern couples move away from old traditions.
Read MoreYour wedding is a momentous occasion you want to be unique to you and your lifetime partner. The best way to do this is to incorporate sentimental elements into your ceremony and reception!
Read MoreCreating a wedding budget is no small feat. You need to figure out what you can realistically afford, find vendors that fit your budget, decide who will be paying for what, and at the end of the day, achieve the wedding you’ve always hoped for. Luckily, there are a few ways to help you manage your wedding budget stress-free. Follow these tips to set a wedding budget that works for you, and stick to it!
Read MoreAs we all pivot and change our events, I have started to plan small Malibu Beach Picnic Experiences for couples in love, a special marriage proposal, or for small groups of friends up to six people. My hope is to bring a spark of joy back into our lives with these small outdoor gatherings and be a source of assistance for them.
Read MoreEvery couple dreams of pulling off the “wedding of the century.” But, an epic wedding takes a fair amount of hard work. There are months of planning and countless stressful nights to create a day of memories that will last a lifetime. Are you making the right choices to ensure your wedding ceremony and reception stand out from the crowd?
Read MoreOne of the most important parts of your wedding day is your ceremony. This is the time you are completely surrounded by your family and friends to share your love for your person with them.
Read MoreBack in October I was blessed with the opportunity to plan a styled shoot with some amazing Oregon vendors!
Read MoreSo you are engaged and now mentally creating a list in your head of all of the decisions you will have to make within the next year, what do you do now? I might be slightly biased, being a wedding planner and all, but really the very first thing to do once engaged is to hire yourself a wedding planner.
Read MoreMany of you know I had an amazing bridal photoshoot on May 20th, and it was a blast! I just received the final images and video back from the talented Sarah Olivia Photo and KW Productions, and I am so excited to share them with you! This shoot was also featured on Revel, a new wedding blog, which was also very exciting for me!
Read MoreI had the honor of planning a bridal shower for the beautiful bride-to-be, Dani, in Eugene, Oregon. My main contribution was researching pricing and design for different games and décor elements, such as the photo wall backdrop, place settings, balloons, signs and flowers. The color palette was soft pinks and creams…
Read MoreWhat an honor it was planning the 2018 Induction Ceremony for the National Society of Leadership and Success at the University of Oregon while being on the Executive Board! It was so fun planning with our President, Jessica Kaiser, and the rest of the Executive Board. Our goal was to make huge upgrades from our last year’s Induction, and I am so happy to announce that we by far exceeded our goal.
Read MoreI am planning another styled shoot in Downtown Eugene on Sunday, May 20, 2018! I am working with Sarah Olivia Photo, KW Productions, Poppies and Paisley Floral, Katarina Tiley, Cheri from Fringe Hair Studio, Gilt + Gossamer, Bliss NW Bridal and Grace Mariée Original! I will be styling six models in wedding dresses, each with different hairstyles, make-up, accessories and bouquets (and possibly flower crowns!).
Read MoreHere is a small sneak peek from my photo and video team of my styled shoot from April 15th at Deep Woods Events! These images and footage are so beautiful, and I am so excited to share them with you!
Photography | Belen Isabel Photography and Ava Maria Photography
Videography | KW Productions
See the full vendor list, gallery and recap video here. Full gallery and video coming soon.
Read MoreI am so excited to officially be a Beating50Percent affiliate! Their motto directly aligns with To Be Loved Events in that we both believe in creating long-lasting marriages. I want to help couples down the aisle and also through life with as much support as I can give. Beating50Percent has a few mottos that To Be Loved Events relates with the most.
Read MoreYesterday was my first ever wedding-related event that I planned myself with help from Anela Events. Our styled shoot was such an amazing experience; from planning to execution, every detail came together so nicely.
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