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December 24, 2019

The Perfect Wedding Reception Timeline!

Cocktail Hour When your ceremony finishes, your loved ones will make way into the Cocktail hour. If you've booked your ceremony and reception at the same place, on average, a Cocktail hour should directly follow, if not, it may be spaced by 30 min to an hour-ish afterward. You'll have full advantage of this time, wind down for a bit, capture some romantic formal photos, and those with, and without your bridal party, trust me – all of the partiers can have a blast snacking and grabbing drinks from the bar! In a standard wedding reception,...

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December 23, 2019

Creating The Perfect Wedding Day Photography Timeline!

So, you have picked the venue, tasted the cake, smelled the flowers, and chosen a photographer... So what could be next?! When do you take wedding pictures? This is a prime question! You need to plan when, how, and where you should take the photos that you will LOVE for the rest of your life! It is also a huge plus if you add in a wedding videographer to your plans! You and your spouse need to come up with a list (your photographer may provide an example list) of formal photos you may want, and with loved ones, you want to take part in them!...

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December 16, 2019

Top 20 Best Wedding Venues in Santa Barbara

Have you written your vows yet? Are you excited that your special day is finally here? Do you want everything to be perfect but you just can't decide on the perfect venue yet? Whether you want a big or small wedding, a waterfront or a vineyard venue, a luxury or a modest and wallet-friendly option, we're here for you to help you choose the venue that will make everyone remember your wedding for the rest of their lives!  5 Ocean View Wedding Venues Belmond El Encanto Belmond El Encanto has been a time-honored wedding venue since the...

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