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Traditions Are Dead People Guilt Tripping You From The Great Beyond

Ok, you can stop clutching your pearls for a moment & hear us out. Traditions are by definition (according to Britannica ) “ a way of thinking, behaving, or doing something that has been used by the people in a particular group, family, society, etc., for a long time.” Traditions aren’t inherently bad if you resonate with them. Think of it as a buffet. Pick up what you enjoy & leave the rest. You don have to have the potatoes if you only want the mixed veggies.

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Our 10 Favorite North + Central Alabama Venues

There are so many venues out there it’s HARD to choose! Well we’ve been to a LOT so we feel we have some insider insight and wanted to share these details with you. This list is in no particular order. All 10 are equally amazing . I will say this though… if the venue you’re hoping to see is not LGBTQ+ friendly or includes the plantation in their SEO well then you might as well expect to be disappointed because it’s NOT here . That simply doesn’t align with our core values and there’s far better places that do! So let’s get to it!

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How to Find Your Ideal Hairstyle

There’s SO much inspiration, ideas, opinions and factors out there that to put it simply navigating your ideal hairstyle can be daunting. Let’s say one thing first there is NO “perfect” hairstyle. I do believe however there are ideal hairstyles for each individual depending on several factors. Think of it as a Venn diagram and in the center is your ideal look or looks. There could be a few that fit the bill. Instead of stressing or spiraling let’s look a few simple factors when narrowing down the options.

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2023 in Review

I know it’s already into the first week of January so maybe this is a bit delayed but who doesn’t love a review? It just seems to capsulate all the feel goods of the season, all the accomplishments, puts everything in perspective and almost gives a marker for further growth. So we’ve compiled our year and not just for the analytical people with stats but also noticing trends. Ready? Here we go!

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Rent Your Hair Extensions : How It Works

Hair extensions can level up a look. In some case they’re literally necessary to make the look happen. Regardless of whether it’s an absolute need or a definite want clients often say “what am I going to do with them after the wedding?”. You could wear them for a date night or maybe another wedding but then there’s the self reflective moment of “will you really?”. Honestly many won’t . For many they will sit in a drawer only to be used once in a blue moon. So then what’s the solution? RENTALS, my friend ! If you’re scratching your head and wondering how, that’s ok. Let’s walk through step by step how to have the best of both worlds.

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The Hottest Dates to Say "I Do": Wedding Trends in 2024

Title: The Hottest Dates to Say "I Do": Wedding Trends in 2024
Hey lovebirds! We've got the inside scoop on the hottest wedding dates of 2024! From mystical astrological alignments to numerological wonders and those sweet, sweet three-day weekends, we've got all the deets on why these dates are making hearts flutter all across the globe.

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Our 5 Favorite Vegan Red Lipsticks

From classic Hollywood starlets to modern-day brides, the love affair with red lipstick continues, inspiring bold looks that stand the test of time. However often time those who care about vegan products run into a problem. Don’t worry though we have our 5 favorite VEGAN reds for you !

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There's how many types of veils ?!

Did you know there’s 11 types of “traditional” veils in western weddings? Yes! And if you just got a bit of whiplash from hearing that number I don’t blame you . Perhaps after the number shock it all starts to feel a bit daunting as you when simply from the decision of veil or no veil to which type of veil. Let’s discuss them all!

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Buzzwords : Searching For YOUR Ideal Look

There are SO many inspiration photos out there & it can be daunting to say the least. Too commonly do we hear from clients that they “just couldn’t find their style” or “didn’t know what to search” so they … gave up. Took what they could find & assumed that was all they could possibly get from the internet. What if it was easier? HINT: It is! With the right search words.

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Special Deals For You!

Everyone likes a deal! Better yet when it’s professionally recommended you know it’s a worth while option. Over the years our beauty team has had the fortunate pleasure to find brands that jive with our core values + feel like we jive with theirs! Instead of you tracking down an affiliate code here + affiliate code there wouldn’t it be nice to find them all in one convenient place? We thought so too! Here’s that list which we will regularly update to keep relevant.

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Constructing Your Perfect Wedding Day Beauty Timeline

Keeping all these thing in mind & you’ll be set for a perfect day. Ultimately listen to the guidance of your artist. They are the pro & you hired them for a reason. Don’t try to rush or squeeze & instead the method behind their time. Confused or curious? Ask questions! We’re more than happy to shine a light.

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Wedding Recap: Tennessee Rive Valley 5/28-6/11

So as the past few weeks have been so busy & wedding season full force is upon us today that the priority of blogging has slipped our minds a bit would be a wee bit of an understatement but you deserve the deets! That being said it’d would just be SO much to put them all into 1 big post. Instead we’ve decided to split them up by DC/MD/ VA and the Tennessee River Valley. This is theTennessee Rive Valley recap. Read the DMV one HERE.

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Wedding Recap: Washington DC / Virginia / Maryland 5/28-6/11

So as the past few weeks have been so busy & wedding season full force is upon us today that the priority of blogging has slipped our minds a bit would be a wee bit of an understatement but you deserve the deets! That being said it’d would just be SO much to put them all into 1 big post. Instead we’ve decided to split them up by DC/MD/ VA and the Tennessee River Valley. This is the DMV recap.

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Finishing April Strong

Where did April go? Yea, I don’t know either! But we had an amazing last weekend all across our regions & can’t wait to share with you. We are thrilled every weekend but this weekend is a great example of the joy that comes from working with our familiar friend-ors while also working with new faces & learning new things. We’re open for it all & the incredible things that come from these relationships.Let’s go!

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You're a Goddess - Wedding Weekend Recap

What a weekend ! Let’s just say it was filled with fun, sweet people & some pretty hysterical moments. It really brings us so much joy & makes our work not work . This is 1 of the many reasons we love what we do! Every weekend is something new but they are all incredible & all so fun ! If you are individual who loves having a curveball & something different all the time this could truly be the path for you. And if you thrive on bringing joy to others.. it’s a sure fire fit!

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