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Real Weddings: Visions, Inspirations, Dreams
The story of Ciarra & Michael
The Engagement: Where it all started
In August of 2019, Ciarra and Michael took a trip to Myrtle Beach, South Carolina to celebrate their Two year Anniversary. The couple was excited to relax by the beach and enjoy some time in the sun. Prior to the trip, Ciarra explained that she had no idea what Micheals’s intentions were and was completely shocked in the moment of their engagement. After getting situated and ready to enjoy everything that vacation had to offer, Michael asked Ciarra to take a walk on the beach. He had arranged a very romantic proposal on the shoreline and made sure to include chilled champaign. The evening became even more special when Michael had included one of Ciarra’s best friends on the vacation. After that night, they knew they couldn’t live without each other.
The Inspiration & Story behind their Wedding
The happy couple recently got married at The Bishop Museum of Science & Nature. Our company loves using this location, they offer a beautiful outdoor space that accommodates any party size and has a touch of history and elegance that made it a perfect place for Ciarra and Michael to say “I do”. Ciarra explains that the inspiration behind their wedding was “family love”, it was so special to emphasize the importance of both Ciarra and Michaels families coming together to unite as one and celebrate on their Beautiful Wedding day.
The Bishop was able to match both Ciarra and Michaels’s “Wedding day look” by setting a very romantic tone through the decorations and theme of the ceremony. They decided on their Wedding colors by incorporating some simplicity and having a “clean look”- grays, silvers, and ivories with a hint of blush. Some factors that made their wedding more special were some big & little touches to make the overall experience more unique. The couple arranged an informal “mix and mingle” at the Hotels rooftop bar for Friday night. On Saturday afternoon They met their guests at the rooftop pool for a few hours and finished the festivities Saturday night by doing a sunset cruise. These events were perfect because everyone all got to interact and get to know each other. In just six months, The couple was able to pull off a stunning wedding after the craziness of Covid-19 and were fortunate to have it be in one of their favorite destinations!
Helpful Tips/Advice for Future Brides & Engaged Couples
Ciarra emphasizes the importance of “Enjoying every minute of the planning process, even the annoying parts!”. The Wedding day itself goes so fast and you should take it all in. “The most important lesson I can give any bride is to give the person you trust most and truly knows you the best, your vision and important details you want for your wedding and let them “take over”. Stay out of as much of the last-minute details as you can so you can truly enjoy every single moment.”
- The whole experience is so special and every detail counts!
- Staying positive and trusting the process is also a great piece of advice for any engaged couple
- Deciding what YOU want.
Photo Credit: Something Blue Bridal
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Dreaming of A Beach Wedding?
At Precious Moments Events LLC, we specialize in giving clients a wedding of their dreams in their very own beachfront venue. Beach weddings are alluring for more reasons than one; The ocean in the background, the sunlight beaming off the waves, and the delightful sea breeze will have you and your partner in a romantic setting while saying “I do”. Before planning, here are a few things to consider before trading in the traditional aisle, for a sandy pathway!
Photographer: Imagery By Mikaylaj
1. Make sure the beach is accessible for everyone involved.
Many people overlook the accessibility factor once they’ve found and fallen in love with a beach wedding location. Don’t forget to think about your guests’ convenience, and how easy or difficult it is to make it to the location, from a main road. This can also affect the process of setting up and transporting chairs, tables, and even food delivery. Make sure your site isn’t too out of the way, and if it is, ensure you make the right preparations.
2. Don’t Let the Sound of the Waves Drown Out Your Wedding Vows!
To work around this, get a professional sound system, and look into ways to get it powered up out on the beach. You can also rent or buy a wireless microphone and speaker for use by the officiant. Another option is to invest in a windscreen for your microphone, which will ensure the wind isn’t louder than what you’re actually trying to say.
3. Select Proper Beach Wedding Attire
- Ditch the Veil, it could be a windy battle!
- Wear Lighter Colors
- Lighter Dress/Fabrics
- No Heels
- Try an Up-do!
- Groom/Bestmen can wear light cotton shirts or Bermuda Shorts!
4. Add in Colors to Contrast the Light Color of the Sand
We recommend adding some color which will contrast with the sand to make the setting more vibrant. Think green, orange, or coral tones. It is also popular to go with a very simplistic theme and use the natural settings to accentuate the theme of your wedding!
5. Prepare for windy conditions.
Prepare for a windy day, even when not expected. Secure everything you can beforehand to avoid this. Use heavier items to weigh things down, or just get heavyweight stands. If you plan on tossing dried flower petals, wait to do this, once guests arrive.
6. Have refreshments on Hand.
Beat the heat with cold drinks. A table set up with lemonade, ice water, or a signature cocktail will go a long way in keeping guests satisfied and refreshed.
7. Always Have A Backup Plan!
Just in case the weather changes, have a backup plan. Always have a canopy or tent at hand to keep everyone cool and dry or ensure your plan B option is somewhere indoors.
8.Prepare A Shoe Station
No one wants to spend the day with sand in their shoes. With a shoe rack, guests can put their fancy shoes in a safe place. Make provisions at the station for guests to be able to wipe or wash the sand off their feet before making the swap. You’ll want to include a seating area, towels, a place to store shoes, and a bucket of water.
Photographer: Nadine Forman
Photographer: Imagery By Mikaylaj
Photographer: Rut Photography
Photographer: Imagery By Mikaylaj
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Wedding Planner VS. Wedding Coordinator, Which do you need?
Wedding planning can be super stressful if you’re doing it all on your own! One of the biggest things that a bride needs to figure out is what, exactly, is the difference between a Wedding Planner, and a Wedding Coordinator.
Here at Precious Moments Events LLC, We want to help you decide which is for you on your big day!
Photographer: Rob Hurth Photography
Read on for a Breakdown of What Each Different Wedding Planning Pro Does
Wedding Planner
- Schedules & Attends All Vendor Meetings
- Helps Determine And Manage Your Budget
- Coordinates Hotel & Transportation
- Helps & Oversees Everything on The Wedding Day
- Save you Money On Vendors
Wedding Coordinator
- Meets with you 2-8 Weeks before the Wedding
- Reviews & goes over signed contracts and logistics
- Completes a Final Walk-Through with Client
- Manages & plans the Rehearsal
Wedding Planners
Wedding Planners are all about the extra details in planning your Wedding. They handle Vendor Referrals and Contract negotiation until the day of your Wedding. They also work closely in making your visions come true, by assisting clients with specific Wedding activities. They also ensure that everything on the big day runs smoothly and goes according to plan. Most full service wedding planners include design services to help couples select color palettes, decor, rentals, lighting, and overall aesthetic that carries through the entire event and reception.
Wedding Planner Duties
- Puts in 80 to 250 hours.
- Provides vendor referrals and negotiates contracts; schedules and attends all vendor meetings.
- Creates detailed timelines and floor plans for the client.
- Helps determine and manage your budget (saves you money & manages time)
- Attends venue tours and menu tastings with clients.
- Coordinates design details.
- Communicates with hotels (Room blocks and Transportation)
- Manages the rehearsal if one is planned.
- Oversees everything on the wedding day (makes sure everyone adheres to the timeline, handles issues, manages ALL vendors, and executes your vision on-site.
Here’s When you Should Hire A Wedding Planner
- You want the least possible amount of wedding-related stress.
- You need some Direction on Colors & Themes
- You have no free time because of a demanding job or career.
- You have no idea where to start when it comes to planning, and your organizational skills aren’t the greatest (It’s ok, we’ve got you!)
- You have a very short time frame for planning. (A few months/weeks)
- You’re throwing a destination wedding and/or a wedding weekend involving multiple events/Venues
- You’re not familiar with the Destination/Area
- You’re hosting your wedding in an unusual space, or have a vision for a different kind of venue.
Wedding Coordinators
A Wedding Coordinator is usually on a way smaller timeline than a Wedding Planner. They will confirm vendor contracts for you, and create a simple day-of plan. They will also help you stay organized by double checking guest counts, and making sure payments are in order. They will not be in charge of your budget, or be involved in early planning phases. They usually start their planning process with you a month before your wedding, and make sure that everything you’ve done up to that point is correct, they’ll make little tweaks for you if need be. On the Wedding day, they stand in as the main planner, and execute the setup and takedown of everything at the proposed venue.
Wedding Coordinator Duties
- Puts in at least 25 hours.
- Meets with you four weeks before the wedding to get a handle on what you’ve planned so far for your wedding.
- Check in with your vendors to review the signed contracts and confirm their plans and logistics.
- Creates detailed timelines for the day of.
- Completes a final walk-through of the ceremony and reception sites.
- Addresses any overlooked details last minute
- Manages the rehearsal with clients.
- Oversees everything on the wedding day.
Here’s when you should hire a Wedding Coordinator
- You’re the kind of bride that wants to control every aspect of your wedding yourself, but need some reassurance from a professional to clear up any misunderstandings.
- You’re extremely organized and detail-oriented and have done your own wedding planning research.
- You don’t have the budget for a full-service wedding planner or just don’t want one.
Before Making the Final Decision, We feel it’s important you know
- Always consider the Cost and the Amount of money you have to spend.
- Book ahead of time. As soon as you know your wedding date! (Don’t wait until the month of if you’re using a coordinator) .
- Consider the Pros & Cons of both!
- Call either professional and ask questions to figure out which one you want.
Photographer: Rut Photography
- Photographer: Something Blue Bridal
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