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When it comes to wedding day prep, your hair and makeup team sets the tone for everything that follows. They aren’t just there to make you look good—they’re key to making you feel confident, relaxed, and ready to walk down the aisle. In Vermont, where beautiful weddings come with cozy mornings and unpredictable weather, hiring […]

How to Choose the Right Beauty Team for Your Wedding

Advice, Vendor Spotlight, Wedding Planning

Cashmeir Bridal beauty team posing for a group photo after everyone is ready
Photo by Katie Krempholtz of the Sugarbush resort ceremony knoll

How Weddings Ended My Marriage Someone hand me an Oscar, because the performances I gave when clients told me “your husband is so lucky” deserved awards. After 10 years as a wedding planner and 15 years of marriage, I finally understood what I’d been missing. And ironically, it was weddings—hundreds of them—that showed me. The […]

Advice, Wedding Planning

How Weddings Ended My Marriage

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Some weddings feel cinematic. Others feel deeply personal. Kenna and Jon’s wedding at Belle Isle Estates, Castle & Cottages in Enniskillen, Ireland managed to be both. Set within the stone walls of a historic castle, their celebration unfolded like a romantic novel—windswept gardens, candlelit interiors, and a sense of quiet magic that never felt forced. […]

An Editorial Dream at Belle Isle Estate: Kenna & Jon’s Irish Castle Wedding

Real Weddings, Wedding Planning

A newlywed couple walking to the red barns at Sugarbush Resort

Inside Vermont’s Collaborative Wedding Planning Community Couples often ask, “Why should I hire a planner for my Vermont destination wedding?” The answer begins with the place itself. Vermont invites people to slow down, savor the moment, and celebrate with intention. The wedding planners who work here embrace those same values. We don’t just plan weddings—we […]

Wedding Planning

Why Should I Hire a Planner for My Vermont Destination Wedding?

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Tess and Will’s late summer wedding at Adirondack Camp in Putnam Station, New York was everything a camp wedding should be—laid-back, joyful, and deeply personal. Nestled between the trees and Lake George, their weekend-long celebration combined vintage charm with thoughtful details, creating a lakeside experience full of love, fun, and intentional design. A Ceremony With […]

Adirondack Camp Wedding: Tess & Will’s Vintage-Inspired Lake Celebration

Wedding Planning

Last week we dived into the 5 most common mistakes couples make when planning a wedding. We’re not fans of generic advice so you know we had to take a deep dive at some point. Here is a four part series on how location plays a Planning a wedding in New England or New York […]

Advice, Wedding Planning

5 Common Mistakes Couples Make When Planning a Wedding in New England (And How to Avoid Them!)

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When you’re planning a wedding in New England or New York—where seasons can shift in a heartbeat and stunning natural backdrops are part of the appeal—a tented wedding offers both beauty and practicality. But not all tents are created equal. From pole tents to clearspans to conservatory-style structures, and with options like vinyl, sailcloth, or […]

Planning a Tented Wedding? Read This Before You Book Anything

Advice, Tent Weddings, Wedding Planning

white pole tent flags on a summer day
wedding contracts, vendor agreements, red flags

Alright, future newlyweds! You’re deep into wedding planning, securing those dream vendors, and the contracts are starting to roll in. This is a HUGE step, and while it might feel like a mountain of legal jargon, understanding what you’re signing is absolutely crucial. Think of your contract as your wedding day insurance policy – it […]

Advice, Wedding Planning

Don’t Get Blindsided: Red Flags in Your Wedding Vendor Contracts

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When and How to Say Thank You to Your Wedding Vendors Planning a wedding is no small feat, and as your big day approaches, you’re likely feeling immense gratitude for the vendors who have helped bring your vision to life. But when it comes to showing your appreciation, you might be wondering about the best […]

The Ultimate Guide to Tipping

Advice, Budget, Wedding Planning