How to Make a Wedding Planner Cringe in 10 ways..... Guest blogger: Lauren

Hello everyone! My name is Lauren Galloway and I have known Julia for over 10 years. We both graduated from Western Kentucky University majoring in Hospitality Management and shared a few late nights studying for classes. I miss seeing her and I am honored to be asked to contribute to this wonderful blog Julia has created! I am SO proud of her!


From the weddings I've coordinated, one of the things that I've noticed is working with a bride who is not very organized with her wedding plans. Vendors, set-up, decorations, budget, etc. Having a checklist, timeline, or being organized in some kind of way is SO helpful to your wedding planner. As wedding planners, we are determined to make the day go as well and beautifully as we can for you! It is YOUR day and you need to enjoy it as much as you can! Obviously, there are many times where something will come up last minute that you just can’t always plan for, but if you have done your best to inform your Wedding Planner up until the Wedding day, I can guarantee she will be able to handle those last minute things. There are many checklists and books that help with organizing which you can find online. When you decide to use a wedding planner to help your day run smoothly, she will most likely keep you organized.



Something I would like to HIGHLY recommend to brides is from the moment you start planning your wedding till the end: Keep a binder of important details. Make tabs for Vendors, Rentals, Ceremony, Reception, Transportation, etc.

I’ve enjoyed writing this entry for you all and I hope you find this information useful. Happy planning!

I've discovered something amazing....

Pinterest!!!

A lovely wedding planners dream. Pinterest allows you to organize all your ideas in one place. If you're like me, you are constantly saving websites to your toolbar and the list just keeps growing and growing.. and growing. I wanted to share a few of my favorite finds recently.
I love this for so many reasons.... 1]My obsession with pennants is out of control 2] The tree trunk cake stand is awesome, surrounded by trunk candles 3] Look at the centerpieces in the background!!



How adorable!!! These little cupcake toppers will be making an appearance at my next party.



Fabric flower garlands... how cute would these look strung outside above a patio?

How to Make a Wedding Planner Cringe in 10 Ways..... #2

Here we go folks, number 2! When trying to create a centerpiece for any event, or even just at your own dining room table, remember this: size does matter!

1] Size Matters: Make sure the size of your table is in proportion with your centerpiece. Big table means larger centerpiece. Small table means a simple, smaller centerpiece will do. Small centerpieces just look dinky [yep, dinky] on large tables. ** Secret: Tall centerpieces make the room look more full of decor AND it makes it easier for table conversations. You won't need to duck around the flowers in the middle in order to talk to the person across the table. Tall centerpieces are good for rooms with tall ceilings, because a short centerpiece would just get lost!

Check out this amazing centerpiece from my cousin's wedding.The reception venue had vaulted ceilings with spectacular chandeliers. I love the base of this centerpiece because there were colored petals surrounding it which helps break up the flow. Also, by adding other details at different heights below the tallest item on the table, makes for a nice cascading look and not so sharp. Perfect!!

A centerpiece from my best friends wedding. Again, great height for a centerpiece. The wedding was in a tent with vaulted ceilings and this really made it look beautiful!!