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By Jenn Hall While semi-formal sit-down dinners are still a thing for weddings, many couples are looking to add a bit of fun and creativity to their meals. The obsession with charcuterie boards isn’t a new trend. In fact, Americans are implementing them into almost every occasion – including weddings. “We wanted to introduce our

By Jenn Hall It’s no surprise that social media has shaped the engagement ring industry. Younger brides are looking at nontraditional options because they’re different. “(Brides) have all of these beautiful pictures on Pinterest and Instagram now, with the world at their fingertips,” said Jessica Mann, owner of Peace Love Mann and a gemologist at

By Jenn Hall Brides still want flowers for their weddings, yet florists are seeing industry-wide shifts. “There’s a lot more DIY with more utilization of things that are not floral in (brides) bouquets,” said Stacy Fisher, owner of Garden Gate in Downtown St. Joseph. “They’re including forage, the sustainability factor is starting to factor into

By NewsPress Now The least fun chat to have about your wedding is cost. To make it easier, come up with a budget, stick to it and start mapping out potential expenses. Talk to each family and figure out what they can and cannot afford. Share your wedding vision with them. We compiled a quick,

By NewsPress Now Weddings contain all sorts of moments the bride and groom will want to look back on. Here are the shots to make sure the photographer captures. Pre-ceremony The bride hanging out with her bridal party. The bride getting her hair and makeup done. The bride putting on her dress. Photos of the

By NewsPress Now Divide and conquer is the best way to knock out all those wedding details. This guideline can help in figuring out what to do and when. Twelve months before: Finalize venue and date. Choose theme/style/colors. Shop for your dress. Research and hire a photographer. Book hotel rooms for out-of-town guests. Select your