<p>What you have to do first when you get engaged Did you just get engaged? Are you lost as to what to do now or how to start planning? First, let me start by saying congratulations! This is the start of a magical journey between you and your fiance. I&#8217;m a big fan of attending&hellip; <a href="https://mdmassociates.wordpress.com/2021/02/23/youre-engaged-now-what-2/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">You&#8217;re Engaged! Now&nbsp;what?<

<p>Get the best tips and advice from excellent Wedding Professionals on how to handle your new engagement with grace!You&#8217;re Engaged! What to do after you say &#8220;YES!&#8221;Embrace the joy. Dance, sing, smile widely – do whatever makes you feel happiest and enjoy the moment. There are going to be plenty of people ogling your sparkling&hellip; <a href="https://mdmassociates.wordpress.com/2021/02/06/after-the-yes-an-event-planners-power-hour-of-advice-for-newly-engaged

<p>Ready to Make Wedding Planning Even Easier? After you get engaged, you&#8217;re on a total wedding high. You can&#8217;t stop dreaming about your wedding day and just want to plan, plan, PLAN!But then you sit down, ready to start planning your big day, and realize:&#8220;What the heck do I do now? Where do I begin?&hellip; <a href="https://mdmassociates.wordpress.com/2021/02/05/5-hidden-wedding-fees/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">5 Hi

<p>One of the biggest misconceptions people have about hiring a wedding planner is that it’s too expensive, however this is the total opposite. When planning your wedding, a wedding planner is able to provide support in ways you have not yet realized. Here are some examples:    1. Wedding Planners Help You to Stay on&hellip; <a href="https://mdmassociates.wordpress.com/2020/08/28/__trashed/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Five Things Your

<p>Summer is here and wedding season is in full effect! Summer weddings are amazing, the extreme heat and humifity can be quite uncomfortable, especially for guests. Below are a few summer wedding tips to ensure your guests are comfortable while you say “I Do&#8221;! &nbsp; Handheld fans are a great way to help keep your&hellip; <a href="https://mdmassociates.wordpress.com/2019/08/17/summer-lovin/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Summer lov

<p>Currently in wedding culture, the cake/cupcakes/donut wall is usually on display and served to guests at the reception. However, traditionally, wedding cakes were made to bring good luck to all guests and the couple. Modern weddings now, however, they are more of a centerpiece to the wedding and are not always even served to the guests. As far back as the&hellip; <a href="https://mdmassociates.wordpress.com/2019/08/10/let-them-eat-cake/" class="more-link">Continue reading

<p>For many centuries flowers have held and occupied an important place in our lives. Flowers are used and seen as a symbol of love, beauty and a gift of nature. Flowers are used by us to provoke the feelings of love and happiness because they have the power to make people happy and cheerful. This&hellip; <a href="https://mdmassociates.wordpress.com/2019/08/03/le-fleur/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Le Fleur</span></a></p>

<p>In order to fully capture the design, detail and thought that goes into our events, we decided to create a blog! On our blog you’ll be able to go behind the scenes of events we’ve created, keep up with current design trends and learn useful tips for any event you decide to host! We hope&hellip; <a href="https://mdmassociates.wordpress.com/2019/07/29/whats-in-our-blog/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">What&#8217;s in our&nbsp;blog&#8230;.

<p>A Signature drink is any unique or original drink that expresses the nature of the person or establishment creating it. Signature drinks often incorporate local ingredients and culture. Wikipedia Here is the Events by MDM Associates &#8211; EPIC Punch: Champagne (not extra dry or brute) Peach Schnapps Mailibu Rum Makers Mark (just a splash or 2)&hellip; <a href="https://mdmassociates.wordpress.com/2019/01/15/signature-cocktails-delish/" class="more-link">Continue reading <

<p>Many newly engage couples and their wedding guests couldn&#8217;t imagine a celebration without adult beverages, but for those with religious or financial restrictions to serving alcohol, a &#8220;dry&#8221; wedding may seem like the best option. But, is it even socially accepted to not offer alcoholic beverages at a wedding? If your goal is to save money, is&hellip; <a href="https://mdmassociates.wordpress.com/2018/12/31/to-drink-or-not-to-drink/" class="more-link">Contin

<p>Even if it is a color scheme, weddings tend to have a theme. It is best if you can pick a theme that fits your personality (and that of the groom) and all of the innovative ways we can weave the theme into their wedding. How can you make sure that your upcoming nuptials stand&hellip; <a href="https://mdmassociates.wordpress.com/2018/12/19/themes/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Themes</span></a></p>

<p>Not all bodies are created equal. It doesn’t mean they can’t look fabulous on their big day. Make sure you have the right team in place to help you choose the right style of dress for your body.  This is important for Brides, Grooms, Bridal Party and Moms of the Bride and Groom too&#8230;.</p>

<p>Wedding websites can be a great way for couples to share info with wedding guests — especially in real time and with up-to-date info. Here some of the top resources for building free wedding websites and the information you should share on the site. What to include &#8211; Short answer: Anything that you don&#8217;t want&hellip; <a href="https://mdmassociates.wordpress.com/2018/10/05/wedding-website-4-1-1-how-to-create-a-wedding-website-thatll-get-your-guests-excited-for-t

<p>Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall&#8230;all you have to do is call&#8230;Depending on the season, the theme and colors of your event can change&#8230;however the color of the year can be woven through each for a nice POP of color</p>

<p>Once you’ve defined the basic parameters, then you’re ready to proceed with planning. • Make a checklist • Develop a budget • Schedule facilities • Have plenty of food and drinks • Plan publicity/marketing •Book a speaker/entertainer • Arrange for parking • Evaluate the event • Make reflections</p>

<p>There are plenty of ways to have an eco-friendly wedding, but what about all of the items that you have when the big day is over?!  For those gently used or leftover (and unused) wedding items, it can be beneficial for you as a new bride/groom and new couples that are following in your path.&hellip; <a href="https://mdmassociates.wordpress.com/2018/08/28/top-ways-to-recycle-wedding-items/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Top Ways to Recy

<p>We&#8217;re usually posting the end result of our planning, but before the big day our team heads a detailed design process, during which we&#8217;re running around gathering inspiration, pulling samples, folding napkins, paper flowers&#8230;cutting. pasting, gluing, the works! #babyshowers #bridalshowers #mdmassociates #weddings #thedifferenceisinthedetails #thedifferenceisinthelove #thedifferenceislove #thedifferenceisus #WeekendVibes #brunch via @RiplApp</p>

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<p>During your special event you may want to honor some of your special loved ones who are no longer here to share in the joy and love of your wedding day. Let&#8217;s discuss a few unique ways to honor your loved ones Another common way is to leave a photo, flower or reserved sign at&hellip; <a href="https://mdmassociates.wordpress.com/2018/05/17/ways-to-honor-lost-loved-ones/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Ways to Honor Lost Loved&nbsp;

<p>Today I worked HARD for the money&#8230;.so hard for the money! I scheduled meetings, started building budgets for 2 events, called and connected with 20 different hotels for referral business, ran errands to get dinner and breakfast pairings for my scholar/athlete &#8211; all before 3pm. I sent silly texts with my boo&#8230;picked my mini up&hellip; <a href="https://mdmassociates.wordpress.com/2018/04/19/when-do-we-spring-clean/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span c