Planning a wedding is very time consuming and it can be stressful at times! You don't have to plan every single detail all by yourself, it is perfectly fine to ask for help! Delegating tasks for a smooth wedding day is crucial so you can enjoy your wedding day in its full capacity. As a wedding venue, we've watched several weddings unfold, and the most relaxed, present couples are the ones who let people help them on their day! Here’s how you can delegate tasks to have a smo

You've found your dream dress, the perfect veil, your shoes and all your accessories - now it's time to get your dress alterations done for the perfect fit! Nearly every wedding dress needs alterations, even if it is just a little bit to ensure the perfect fit. So be sure to budget for these. They can get pricey and you don't want to be sticker shock like I was when my seamstress gave me the price breakdown. Dress alterations can be anywhere from $50-$1000. Aside from budgeti

"Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue!" You know this rhyme you've heard several times before? It dates back to the Victorian Era in England. It symbolized luck for the bride on her wedding day. Each "something" is an item the bride will have when she walks down the aisle. Though you do not have to do this tradition, sometimes it's fun to! Here's a few ideas of "something blue" you could use for your wedding day. Necklace Like the beautiful blue ne

Outdoor wedding ceremonies are surely more popular than they once were. They offer a lot of natural beauty and space so your guests are able to spread out a bit. Outdoor weddings have so many benefits. Emma's Photo Co Natural Beauty An outdoor wedding ceremony is beauty in itself. The sky, trees and everything surrounding you outside is already beautiful. Since an outdoor wedding already has so many beautiful things, you won't need as many decorations. This will save you tim

Recently engaged and trying to nail down that wedding date? It can be a difficult decision. Here's some things to think about when you are trying to decide your wedding date. Emma's Photo Co Weather Do you prefer the heat, warmth or do you love the cold? Depending on your answer to this, it can tell you a lot about the best month for you to get married. Typically in the Omaha/Lincoln area June-August are going to be your hottest months, April, October and November will be coo

There are so many traditions at weddings and the events leading up to your wedding that most people think they need to follow. Make this night for you and your significant other - you can adjust traditions or even throw them out the window and make your own if you want. It Can be Any Night You’d Like! Though most people have their rehearsal dinner the night before their wedding does not mean you have to. If you personally want to try to relax the night before your wedding, yo

You just got engaged and are now planning your wedding day, exciting right? Here's some important tips to ensure success: Plan a Budget Before you start to book your wedding venue, photographer, etc you need to make a wedding budget. This will tell you what you can afford so you don't go overboard. Shop for Wedding Venues A lot of times, couples rush off and book a wedding venue right after they get engaged. While this is a step in the right direction you need to remember the

You've got your girls and your Pinterest board so you're probably ready to take on wedding dress shopping! How exciting! Preparing for wedding dress shopping may be something you haven't thought of, but you will want to do before walking into your first store. Before you walk into your first bridal boutique, keep some of these things in mind to help the process go smoothly. Make an Appointment Some bridal places allow walk-ins, but most don't anymore especially with the ongoi

September is one of those months where you can't decide if you should still be celebrating summer or breaking out those fall decorations. The same thing goes if you have your wedding planned for a September date. You can really go either which way with your color scheme/decorations during this month. You can go for bright summery colors, subtle fall colors or even go for something in-bewteen. The Weather Depending on where you live, by the end of September it might be startin

Wedding Favors - Yes or No? Many people decide to give out wedding favors, and many do not. So the question is, is it totally necessary? It is said that party favors are not necessary like they once were. It’s your big day so it’s ultimately up to you! When you're deciding if you want to do wedding favors, ask yourself these specific questions: Do I feel like it will make my big day better? Does my budget allow for it? Do I have time to add this to my list with the several o

Let's face it, that traditional guest book at your welcome table at your wedding is going to get missed by guests and then it will sit in a box in your attic for the next forty years. No worries, there are so many other fun ways to have your guests sign something so you will always remember who was there to support you and your significant other on your big day. Sign a Heart Have your guests each sign a heart and drop it into a frame. After your wedding day, you can set this

If your wedding is coming up chances are you have an event or two to attend to celebrate you and your significant other before the big day! So the question is - how many white dresses/white outfits is too many?! We promise to give you all the excuses to buy as many as your heart desires. Remember, you'll never get this special time of your life back. Might as well make it count! Engagement Picture Dress Of course you can buy a new white dress for your engagement pictures! Y

If you're having a summer wedding and still knocking out all the details, be sure you don't forget the special details to keep you, your guests, your cake, and everything in between cool! Serve Water Stock up on plenty of water bottles and have your caterer serve glasses of ice water throughout the event. Having plenty of water options throughout the duration of your ceremony and reception will encourage guests to drink lots of water. You can even make it fancy and have it se

Photo by: Kim Dyer Photography Dried Flowers A biodegradable option that will make for some pretty great photos. Put the dried up flowers in a cone and have guests throw them out when you and your spouse make your exit! Sparklers Sparklers during your wedding send off is always a hit. Just be careful and be sure that everyone keeps their distance. Hole Punch Leaves Gather some leaves, use a whole puncher , and punch some hearts out of the leaves to use as confetti. This is an

The first dance song is one of the most important things you will have to decide on for your wedding day. When picking your first dance song, make sure it aligns with you and your spouse. It is also important that you both love the song you decide on. Here's some song options we really adore! Photo by Kim Dyer Photography "Perfect" by Ed Sheeran "All of Me" by John Legend "A Thousand Years" by Christina Perri "I Don't Dance" by Lee Brice "Golden Hour" by Kacey Musgraves "T

Choosing your wedding colors isn't as easy as telling someone your favorite color. There are a lot of things to think about before you officially decide. Take these things in to consideration before you officially decide on your color palette. Take a Look at Your Venue When you start your search for the perfect wedding venue, try to nail down your colors before walking in. If you are set on a certain venue and you feel like your colors do not match, you might want to consider

Want to know a secret? Florals are our FAV! They bring so much beauty and color into a wedding and we can't get enough of them. Here's some beautiful floral arrangements we think would be gorgeous to include on your spring or even summer wedding day: Hello bright yellow and green! If you are a huge fan of yellow this bouquet would be the perfect fit for your spring or summer wedding. Beauty and elegance have their name all over this bouquet! Bright pinks, anyone?! These color

You've been dreaming about this moment since you were a little girl watching your favorite princess dress up in her beautiful gown. Now, your time has finally come! You might have an idea in your head of what style of dress you want, or you may not have a clue at all. No matter what your case is, make sure you go in there with an open mind! Set a Budget You've probably been searching Pinterest for your perfect wedding dress. You never really know how much that specific dress

Ladies, is it time to help your man find the perfect wedding band that suits him just right? If so we've got you covered on several ideas he might like. There are so many different ones to choose from like: simple, flashy, gold, black and everything in between. Which one do you think he would like best?! Black & Simple Ring Silver Diamond Ring Matte Gold Ring Gold with Some Design Ring Flashy with Diamond Band "Wood Look" Ring Black Diamond Ring Simple Silver Ring These are o

Ladies, do you like simple, something that has that "wow" factor, something colorful, something small and dainty for your engagement ring? No matter what it has to suit you. That is the most important part! Here's some ideas of some beautiful rings we love: Princess Cut Round A Ring with a Halo Pear Shaped Simple 3 Diamond Ring Radiant Cut Vintage Oval with a Hidden Halo Cluster Double Halo Princess Cut Gemstone Ring These are only just a few of the different styles of engage