There are some wedding vendors you probably know you need before you even start planning. A photographer? Of course. Someone to feed everyone? Definitely. But there are also plenty of vendors and services that couples don’t realize they need until much later in the planning process. Overall, I think the most commonly forgotten vendors are […]

Your wedding may be the main event, but when you have friends and family traveling to celebrate with you, it can be really fun to make the most of having everyone together. That’s where wedding weekend planning comes in. A full wedding weekend doesn’t mean every hour needs to have something scheduled. In fact, I […]

When couples ask me for a Northern Virginia wedding venue that feels like an escape without being hours away from Northern Virginia or Washington, DC, Hilltop Farm is always one that comes to mind. Tucked away on 30 acres of scenic farmland in Fairfax, Virginia, Hilltop Farm offers the beauty of a Virginia countryside wedding […]

One of the biggest decisions for couples to make during the planning process is deciding between the different types of wedding catering. And the answer isn’t straight forward – it really depends! Your wedding menu is about so much more than feeding your guests. The style of service affects the flow of the evening, the […]

Every couple wants a stress free wedding day. And while I wish I could promise nothing unexpected will happen, that’s just not realistic. Weddings involve a lot of people, moving parts, and timelines, so little hiccups are almost inevitable. But I have good news! They rarely become problems when you plan ahead. As a wedding […]

When couples hear the words “wedding design,” they often think flowers, linens, and color palettes. And yes, those things are part of it. But great wedding design is really about creating a feeling. It’s the way your guests experience your wedding from the moment they arrive. It’s how all the pieces work together to tell […]

If you ask me the best time for a Charlottesville wedding, my answer is almost always going to be October. And honestly, there are a few very real and practical reasons couples (and I) gravitate toward it. Charlottesville in October just hits differently. The mountain views, the crisp air, the vineyards changing colors, the cozy […]

One of the first conversations I have with couples after they inquire is figuring out what level of support actually makes sense for them. Because the truth is, there’s no “right” answer when it comes to full wedding planning vs partial planning. It really comes down to your personalities, your schedules, your priorities, and frankly, […]

When I think about 2026 wedding trends, there’s one that stands out above everything else — and it has nothing to do with color palettes or design styles. It’s intentional wedding planning. And sure, calling it a “trend” feels a little ironic. But it is very much a shift I’m seeing with my couples. Instead […]

There are some venues you walk into and immediately start thinking about all the possibilities. Solara Ridge is one of those places. We had the opportunity to design and plan a styled shoot followed by an intimate dinner at this luxury Virginia wedding venue, hosted by Emily and James Hancock as they celebrated 10 years […]