Choosing your wedding venue is not step one, choosing your max budget is -but that’s a different post…choosing a venue is one of the harder parts of wedding planning. All our couples seem to struggle here, mostly because no venue is just right and it is the decision that shapes everything else (especially your budget).

Floral trends come and go, but every so often a new bloom (or branch) steals the spotlight. This season, smoke bush has become the unexpected star of wedding design. Its dreamy, cloud-like texture paired with statement flowers like lilies creates lush, dimensional arrangements that feel both modern and romantic. While roses and peonies will always have their place, smoke bush adds an edge that feels fresh, original, and unforgettable.

The ceremony may be about tradition, but the reception is about freedom, fun, and personality. That is exactly why more and more brides are swapping their gowns for a second look, and loving every minute of it.