Wedding day timelines can be confusing and overwhelming if you have never created one before —even if you are a “career bridesmaid,” you probably paid little attention to the length of time it takes for a ceremony or dinner service. And, I swear that every couple believes they need 4+ hours for dancing, and that […]
Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor:. If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up. Also, if two lie down together, they will keep warm. But, how can one keep warm […]
As you plan your outdoor wedding or event, you’ll find that there are so many questions you need to ask — How large does my tent need to be? What type of lighting do I want? What about the floors? The air conditioning? And, who is getting the tent permit? (Hopefully, the tent company!) As you determine […]
Happy Wedding Wednesday Friends! Today, I am showing off the wedding of our incredibly sweet and kind couple, Ashley and Andrew. This sweet couple got married at the Fairmont Hotel, located on the cusp of Georgetown in Washington, DC. Ashley wore a gorgeous, lace ballgown from the Love Couture Bridal Salon, located in Potomac, Maryland. Her […]
Did you know that we have planned events, conferences and trade shows in 41 of the 50 US states? We are in the process of refreshing the Howerton+Wooten Events web site, and one of the things we are doing is updating the interactive map on the conference side of our web site. Have you seen […]
The latest issue of the Washingtonian Bride & Groom magazine is out and it is filled with great advice from local event pros. In fact, we had an opportunity to share our own advice about assigning seating at your wedding reception. Check it out!! And if you are in the throes of wedding planning, we definitely recommend […]
Hi there! Have you ever worked on a floor plan for a wedding reception and wondered if you have enough space to accommodate everyone? We’ve all been there! Here are 5 key things I believe you need to know when creating a floor plan for your wedding reception. 1. Rooms Set with Round Tables Need […]
Sure. You can ask your aunts, your cousins or even your sorority sisters to carry out at your wedding day details, but no one (not even the ladies at your church) will ensure that those fine details are carried out with the care, the precision and the creativity like a professional wedding planner. Love […]
Good morning friends! I am so incredibly honored to have my wedding planning advice (along with the advice of Mindy Weiss and Elizabeth Gopal) featured throughout an article on wedding etiquette in the 20th anniversary issue of Baltimore Bride Magazine! Wahoo! Check it out!! And, if you are in the throes of wedding planning, we definitely […]