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5 WEDDING DAY DETAILS YOUR GUESTS WILL NOTICE. HOWERTON+WOOTEN EVENTS.

Quite often “experts” will tell you that the only way to make your wedding day stand out is to pay attention to all of the “fine details.” I wholeheartedly agree that those “fine details” make quite an impact on your overall day, but I also understand that this doesn’t always fit within everyone’s budget. If […]

5 Wedding Day Details That Your Guests Will Actually Notice

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Bride and Hora Dance. Black and White Photo. Howerton+Wooten Events.

Good morning friends, Are you taking care of a wedding reception that will include a hora dance? It requires a little more than you may think, so I have listed below five key things to know when planning a hora dance. 1. Make sure that everyone is on the same page regarding the music.  There […]

5 Key Things To Know When Planning for a Hora Dance

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Wedding Broom Carrier. Howerton+Wooten Events.

Do you intend to “jump the broom” during your wedding? To carry out this cultural tradition with ease, it requires a few more steps than you may think. So, I have listed below five key things to know when planning to jump the broom at your wedding — 1. Search for the Broom Early. Much to […]

5 Key Things to Know When Planning to Jump The Broom

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Water Faucet Portable Restroom. Howerton+Wooten Events.

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 […]

A “Must Have” Chart While Planning For An Outdoor Wedding (Printable)

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Estate Table. Kings Table. Baltimore, Maryland. Howerton+Wooten Events.

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 […]

5 Key Things to Know When Creating a Floor Plan for Your Wedding Reception

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Bride and Groom walking down the aisle. Howerton+Wooten Events.

We are thrilled to announce that Lauren and Manny’s wedding is featured on the Washingtonian Bride & Groom blog today! A soft color palette of blush, champagne and grey created a timeless look that was perfect for this traditional Washington DC wedding! What a beautiful day! Love & Soul Always, Kay Photos by Deb Lindsey Photography

Washingtonian Bride & Groom: Lauren and Manny are Featured Today!

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Water Faucet Portable Restroom. Howerton+Wooten Events.

As you plan your own outdoor wedding or event, how do you know that you have rented enough portable restrooms to accommodate your guests’ needs? Believe me, they will never forget it.
Here is a key that I use to help determine the minimum number of portable restrooms needed for an outdoor wedding or event with an open bar.

Make Sure You Have Enough Portable Restrooms for Your Outdoor Wedding

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When you step into an empty ballroom or tent, how do you know that the venue space is large enough to accommodate your wedding reception? To help you determine the minimum square footage required for your event venue, I have provided you with the wedding venue space planning key below. Room Size(Minimum Square Footage) Sit-Down […]

Make Sure Your Venue Is Large Enough for Your Wedding Reception

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Is it okay if a Caucasian bride jumps the broom? Do you think it is disrespectful to a cultural tradition? Here are some points to keep in mind.

White Girls Can’t Jump?

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