Essential Tips for Hiring the Perfect Wedding Photographer

Your wedding day is a once-in-a-lifetime event, and capturing its beautiful moments through the lens of a skilled photographer is crucial. A wedding photographer has the incredible responsibility of freezing time, allowing you to relive those cherished memories for years to come. With so much riding on this decision, it's important to carefully select a photographer who can bring your vision to life. In this guide, we'll share valuable tips to help you hire the perfect photographer for your special day.


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Unmasking the Hidden Fees: The Costly Truth of Planning a Wedding

Unmasking the Hidden Fees: The Costly Truth of Planning a Wedding

A wedding is a joyous and memorable occasion, symbolizing the union of love and commitment between two individuals. However, it is no secret that weddings can also be quite expensive, and many couples find themselves dealing with unexpected costs that were not initially part of their budget. These hidden fees can quickly add up, causing stress and financial strain during what should be a blissful time. In this blog post, we will uncover some of the most common hidden fees when planning a wedding, helping you be better prepared and making sure your big day remains a joyous affair without any unwelcome surprises.


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Should I Choose a Band or DJ for My Wedding?

Should I Choose a Band or DJ for My Wedding?

One of the most important decisions you have to make when planning your wedding is whether to hire a band or a DJ for your entertainment. Both options have their pros and cons, and there is no definitive answer that suits everyone. Here are some factors to consider before you make your choice.


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Wedding Cake Tips

Wedding Cake Tips

As you plan your special day, one important aspect to consider is the wedding cake. Choosing the right cake can be a daunting task, especially with so many flavors, styles, and designs to choose from. To help you make the best decision, we've compiled a list of cake tasting tips for brides and grooms.


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How Do Wedding Rehearsals Work?

How Do Wedding Rehearsals Work?

A wedding ceremony rehearsal is typically held the day before the wedding (or on another day, depending on venue availability). This is a time for your officant and wedding planner to review the processional, ceremony aspects and recessional with the wedding party. Here are some of the things that will be reviewed during the rehearsal:


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5 Things To Look For In A Wedding Planner

5 Things To Look For In A Wedding Planner

When you are considering hiring a wedding planner, there are many factors to consider! You'll be spending a lot of time talking to, emailing, and meeting with your planner over the next 12 months or more, so you'll want to make a good decision when selecting your wedding planner. What should you look for? Here are five things to look for in a wedding planner.


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Information To Include On Your RSVP Card

Information To Include On Your RSVP Card

When sending your invitations, you’ll want to include a response card. RSVP abbreviates the French phrase répondez s’il vous plaît (literally “please respond”) and asks your guests to let you know if they will attend the wedding. Let’s dissect what is included on the RSVP card!


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Why Your DJ Should Pick Your Wedding Music

Why Your DJ Should Pick Your Wedding Music

When you hire a professional DJ, you are hiring them to perform for you and your guests. They may not be singing or playing instruments, but they are still there to entertain. Read our tips for having a great reception!


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Final Detail Meetings and Venue Walk Throughs

Final Detail Meetings and Venue Walk Throughs

You’ve spent months (maybe years!) planning your wedding, and you have thousands of details floating around in your mind. The final detail meeting and venue walk through is the perfect time to review those details and be sure that you have communicated them to your team of wedding pros. Let’s take a look at the final detail meeting/venue walk through.


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The First Coast Weddings Client Portal

All of our event management and planning packages include our Client Portal to streamline the planning process and keep you and your planner on the same page. Some of the popular features include:

  • A To-Do List to help keep you track of what needs to be done when.

  • An RSVP tracker to keep track of who is coming, their table assignment, their meal choice, etc.

  • A Budget worksheet to help you keep track of expenses.

  • Worksheets to organize ceremony and reception details.

  • An Inventory List to make sure nothing is forgotten - before or after the wedding.

The Client Portal is based in Google Drive, which means:

  • You can sign in using any Google account - no new software to sign up for or learn how to use! You can even share access with anyone you would like.

  • Files are as easy to use as Word or Excel.

  • Documents can be accessed using any computer browser, via the Google Drive app on your phone or tablet, or even offline.

  • You’ll have one place to store digital copies of all of your wedding files, like contracts and floor plans. You can also add your own photos, documents and spreadsheets!

See an example of the client portal below!

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Florida Marriage License By Mail

Florida Marriage License By Mail

Many of our couples live outside Florida, and traveling to the state to get a marriage license isn’t always an easy option. Our friends at Florida Marriage License by Mail have a great solution to this dilemma, allowing you to handle all the paperwork by mail. And as a preferred partner our clients receive a special discount!


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4 Practices to Help You Cope with Wedding Stress

4 Practices to Help You Cope with Wedding Stress

There’s no doubt about it — wedding planning can be stressful! From unexpected changes to tightening budgets, it’s not all cake tastings and wedding showers. While you may not be able to avoid the wedding stress, there are ways you can cope with the frustration and get back to the joy of planning your happily ever after. Read our post and download our printables to help you manage wedding stress!


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