We don't think wedding planning should be so hard, so we do whatever we can to make it easier. On this blog, you can find all the tips and tricks to planning your wedding one step at a time. You will also find plenty of real wedding content from weddings we have been a part of. We hope it's really helpful for you, sweet Bride-to-be!
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The planning meetings with Sara & Matt were always fun because this couple valued their guest experience and were not scared to think out of the box to make it extraordinary. They limited to a small bridal party of their closest friends, and allowed the rest of their friends to have a relaxed night on […]
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If you’re a bride, I’m sure you’ve been pinning wedding gowns on your Pinterest board, and once you’re ready to shop for your dream dress, it’s so exciting! Find a few bridal gown shops near you and schedule appointments. And don’t forget to ask a couple of close friends or family to attend with you. […]
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The fall tones + cozy vibes of this wedding made it so lovely, despite a rainy weather day. The bride (Marissa) runs a wedding sign and calligraphy side business, so all of the beautiful signs and custom touches are made by her! I tagged her business in the vendor highlights below, and really suggest checking […]
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Nicole & Caleb had a rainy yet gorgeous wedding day. They came prepared with clear umbrellas which allowed for some outdoor portraits, and they were so kind as the plans changed and ceremony was inside instead of outside like they hoped for. I feel like I’m horrible at sharing reviews, but I want to share […]
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I love all my clients, but this wedding was definitely a favorite to be a part of in 2021 because Emily and I have been best friends since we were kids. My husband and I introduced her and Connor and watched their relationship from the early stages, so it was truly a privilege to play […]
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Lavender is my favorite color, so I was a big fan of the purple touches in this lavender & Rae Dunn themed wedding. Caitlin & Matthew were blessed with beautiful summer weather for their early afternoon ceremony and reception. This wedding was filled with fun, personal touches, including coffee bean favors, ceremony prayer stones, and […]
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Brittany and Dylan had vision for a new ceremony spot here at Hawks Nest, and I’m so thankful that they did! It turned out so gorgeous and now I recommend it regularly to clients that I meet with. Their wedding felt like it could’ve been taken from a magazine for a rustic, fall, Kentucky wedding. […]
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What a sweet end-of-summer wedding! Tatum & Caleb are such a fun couple, and I knew their wedding day would be a fun one too. They had a HUGE bridal party, but you could tell that they are so loved by their friends and family.
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When Daphne & Conner first contacted me about having their wedding at Hawks Nest, they were still living in California and actually booked our venue over a FaceTime call. I was so honored that they trusted us with their wedding and loved the venue from our iPhones, but anxiously awaited the day where they could […]
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With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, I thought it would be fun to share some gift recommendations for your significant other! I think these gifts are great, budget friendly gifts that would certainly show your fiance or spouse how much you love them. And if you’re last minute, many are linked to Amazon (with […]
