The Journal is a collection of featured works, design inspiration, tips & advice, and so much more from Simply Charming Socials. From wedding venues to registry picks, our favorite planning secrets to the ultimate entertaining ideas, gift guides to photo galleries, we provide eye candy and a little light reading for the married-to-be's and newlyweds everywhere.
THE JOURNAL
is a collection of featured works,
design inspiration, tips & advice, and so much more from Simply Charming Socials
Communicating with guests in a time of such uncertainty is so key, so that means swift and clear messaging. Depending on the time frame, you can utilize digital or snail mail communication. With the ever-changing nature of the pandemic. staying on top of the news and keeping your guests informed should be as seamless as possible.
Read MoreWedding Design Boards or mood boards are one-page inspiration collages that give a snapshot of the overall wedding design direction. They call out featured elements, have a narrative explaining the general direction and sentiment of the design, and act as a point of reference for all artists and pros involved in the wedding day aesthetics.
Read MoreThroughout the wedding planning process, there are several must-attend meetings that you do not want to leave off the calendar. From dress fittings to tastings, some things are just better done in person. Whether you make a weekend of it or spread these tasks out over the course of a year, we give you the key appointments you can expect during your engagement.
Read MorePutting together the overall wedding budget is a much deeper topic (that we can definitely help with!), but today we’re going to cover the most forgotten items on the spreadsheet. When it’s all said and done, these “extras” add up quickly. When breaking down the dollars, don’t forget about these costs associated with wedding planning.
Read MoreWedding registries are all part of the fun for engaged couples, but creating one can feel daunting at times. We have guided couples through building the perfect registry list and how to avoid the clutter. Curation is key here, so we give you our best tips on how to build your wedding registry.
Read MoreWhether you’re hoping for an intimate elopement with twenty guests or a big bash with 500 wedding guests, compiling your guest list is one of the first steps in the wedding planning process. There is an art and a science to it all. Here are some tips for compiling your guest list.
Read MoreSearching for the Perfect Wedding Venue can be exciting and daunting at the same time. There are so many factors in play besides just price and location. Here is a preview of the Questions to Ask a Wedding Venue Before You Book.
Read MoreBelieve it or not, etiquette plays a huge role in engagements, even before the wedding planning begins. Regardless of your dreams for the big day, a huge wedding or elopement, destination or home town affair, we’ll teach you how to get started. Here are the first three rules or, as we like to call it, the Etiquette of Engagement.
Read MoreRecently engaged and not sure where to start when it comes to planning your special day? We’re sharing our favorite FREE resource for engaged couples looking to kickstart their wedding planning.
Read MoreAt the beginning of the planning process with our clients, we start by sending a Getting Started email, giving them a list of where to begin. One of our favorite tasks to tackle is the wedding website. It can seem daunting for couples and we find that there are so many assumptions made on how it should be done. We’re going to do a little wedding website myth-busting and offer you some tips on how to make this a smooth and fun process.
Read MoreAs a wedding and event planning firm, our team is trained to be flexible and prepared when it comes to contingencies. We always have a Plan B - and even sometimes a Plan C! The current COVID-19 pandemic has affected almost every aspect of our lives, including our plans for celebrations and social gatherings.
Read MoreThe blissful wedding day came and went, you can no longer answer to the title Bride, and now you’re down in the dumps. Fear not, wifey. We have the best ideas for how to cure the post-wedding blues.
Read MorePinterest can be one of the best tools for planning and designing a beautiful wedding, but it can sometimes feel like an overwhelming abyss rather than a useful resource. Here are our Top 12 Tips to help you create the Ultimate Wedding Pinterest Board
Read MoreFrom boutique hotels to sprawling resorts, countryside to mountainside, we’ve rounded up our Top 9 of Minimoon Destinations in the U.S. Honestly, we want to pack our bags and visit each and every one.
Read MoreFlorals are arguably the most aesthetic element in any wedding design, but not every couple has beaucoup money for bouquets, so we’re dishing our best money-saving tips for wedding flowers. Learn how to make smart decisions so that you don’t blow that floral budget.
Read MoreEver wonder why bridesmaids dress alike? Here are our best tips for perfecting the mismatched bridesmaid look.
Read MoreBlack tie weddings are a classic for a reason. Who doesn’t love getting fancy? We give you our best tips for hosting a black tie wedding.
Read MoreDo you imagine a breezy autumn day, a sunshine-filled summer fete, a gorgeous garden wedding in the peak of spring, or a cozy winter affair? We lay out a few factors you should consider when determining the perfect wedding season for you and your spouse-to-be.
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