From cocktail hour rooftop soirees and all white poolside parties, to rustic vineyard weddings and picnic style backyard barbecues, I’m sharing “Tara’s Tips” to plan the perfect outdoor event (with extra bonus tips that you may not have thought of 😃) to help you host an outdoor celebration full of style and substance – without...
2022 is the year of the wedding BOOM, with an expectation of over 2.6 million weddings to take place – a record 40-year-high! In addition to this resurgence, there are still the repercussions of the COVID carryover of postponed weddings from the past two years placing extraordinary demands on current availability and access. Imagine weddings...
Your wedding day is one of most memorable occasions that you will experience, and you want to celebrate every detail to include your preparation before saying I Do! Whether in a hotel room or getting dressed at home, there are some essential items you need that will get you through the morning with ease. These...
Hello L O V E Birds! Wedding season is upon us and as you prepare for one of the most memorable days of your life, I am here to help you prepare to capture the moment. I love this city, Washington, DC, just as much as my couples, and when they inform me they want...
Now that you have taken those initial steps and said “I Do” over the weekend, it is time to advance to one of the most important aspects of wedding planning: building your wedding pro dream team! Having a top-tier team of wedding professionals will bring your vision to life with precision, and in glorious ways...
Because of its yielding, unpredictable nature, planning a wedding during the COVID-19 pandemic presents a unique set of challenges amid a myriad of moving pieces. The landscape shifts and changes every day, leaving couples to face uncertain circumstances and daunting decisions. At a time when coming together is more important than ever, COVID-19 is playing...
Charlyne and Richard’s love story began unexpectedly. In an impromptu group text message, the introduction was as simple as “Rich meet Charlyne, Charlyne meet Rich.” The matchmaker sealed the introduction with a prayerful sentiment, “Have your way, Lord”. With that prayer added to the text, a blessing was etched on their hearts. Every moment that...
It’s Engagement Season! What does that mean? Well, it is the time that couples get engaged and they start preparing for an epic and hallmark celebration for themselves and their families. To spread the news, most couples prep themselves for a romantic glam session with a photographer (usually their wedding photographer) to take pictures to...
Being outdoors prevails to Nature’s beauty and evokes tranquility in its purest form, however, there are many caveats to consider when planning an outdoor celebration. Below are a few helpful tips to consider when planning an outdoor event, ie., corporate retreats/team building activities/celebrations, social events, weddings. Make sure your guests are comfortable. Consider the weather...
The sun is shining. The birds are chirping, and floral blooms are blossoming! It’s spring cleaning time and that should include your wedding gown. I waited more than 20 years to get my gown cleaned and preserved. I don’t recommend that! It was stained and yellowed, and I felt a strong sense of remorse for...
