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Our blog is the place where you will find our team putting their pens to paper (or fingers to the keyboard!) and giving you all the latest tips, trends, and inspiration from the wonderful world of weddings. We will also be sharing with you highlights from our very own Dainty Details couples and spotlighting some of our favorite Virginia wedding vendors.

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It’s getting cooler and before we know it, the leaves will start changing, so you know what that means: fall wedding guest dress round up time! If you’re looking for some fall wedding guest outfit ideas, I’ve got you covered. 1. Jillian Silk Dress  This lightweight, sleeveless maxi dress exudes timeless elegance. I love how […]

Inspiration

September 11, 2025

6 Fall Wedding Guest Dress Ideas You Need for 2025

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Some wedding days simply radiate joy, and Megan and Emmett’s Poplar Springs Manor wedding was one of them. From the emotional aisle reveal to the dance floor energy (there was crowd surfing!), this June wedding in Virginia was filled with laughter, love, and so many thoughtful details that perfectly reflected who they are as a […]

Real Weddings

August 27, 2025

Poplar Springs Manor Wedding in Virginia | Megan & Emmett

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If you’ve ever wondered “What wedding planning timeline should I follow?” or “How early do I need to hire a wedding planner?” you’re not alone. As a wedding planner, one of the first questions my couples ask is when to start booking certain vendors and making key decisions. The truth is, timing matters. Popular venues […]

Planning Tips

August 14, 2025

The Ultimate Wedding Planning Timeline | What to Do & When to Do It

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Dreaming of a romantic farm wedding filled with personal touches and picturesque views? Eliza and Kevin’s celebration at Little Oatlands might be the exact inspiration you need. As a wedding planner, I’ve had the joy of helping many couples bring their visions to life, but this garden wedding in Virginia was especially close to my […]

Real Weddings

July 23, 2025

Romantic Garden Wedding in Virginia at a Family Farm | Eliza & Kevin

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If you’re searching for a Charlottesville wedding venue that blends elegance, natural beauty, and just the right amount of rustic charm, let me introduce you to one of my favorites: Castle Hill Cider. Nestled in the heart of Keswick, this cidery and elegant barn is just about 30 minutes from downtown Charlottesville. It’s a dream […]

Vendor Spotlight

July 10, 2025

Charlottesville Wedding Venue Feature | Castle Hill Cider

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Ansley and Matt’s Virginia fall wedding was filled with meaningful moments, incredible views, and the sweetest nods to their love story. From their movie-worthy first date to a wedding day that mirrored her parent’s special day 31 years earlier, everything about their celebration at The Omni Homestead in Hot Springs, VA was straight out of […]

Real Weddings

April 30, 2025

Virginia Fall Wedding at The Omni Homestead | Ansley & Matt

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There was so much to love about Katy & Justin’s fall wedding in Virginia. The beautiful Charlottesville wedding venue, the wedding florals by the mother of the bride, and stunning late October weather… What more could you ask for? Katy found me through her mom, Christa. Christa owns Cedarmere Farm and is a wedding florist. […]

Real Weddings

November 19, 2024

Beautiful Fall Wedding in Virginia at The Clifton | Katy & Justin

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When it comes to planning your big day, your wedding budget is the most important and potentially most stressful part. So much goes into creating your wedding day and, unfortunately, a lot of it costs money. As a wedding planner, I have a lot of experience with helping couples navigate, execute, and stay within their […]

Planning Tips

October 8, 2024

5 Creative Ways to Stay Within Your Wedding Budget

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Grace and Adrian’s farm wedding was a beautiful, colorful event held on Grace’s family farm in Wythveville, VA. From the rich history to the gorgeous wildflowers, not even the summer heat could put a damper on this special day! Everyone’s wedding planning journey is unique, and Grace and Adrian’s is no exception. About 4 months […]

Real Weddings

September 10, 2024

Virginia Farm Wedding | Summer At Home Wedding for Grace & Adrian

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Before Abby & Patrick’s colorful summer wedding, they had a movie-worthy meet cute. The setting was a small coffee shop in NYC. Abby was working as a barista, and Patrick’s apartment was right across the street. In classic Hollywood fashion, girl gives boy free coffee and boy misses the flirting cues for a while. But […]

Real Weddings

August 13, 2024

Colorful Summer Wedding in Virginia | Abby & Patrick

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