Nicole + Dan Herr, they celebrated their wedding day at Wildflower Estate on Friday August 23rd.. These two are such a special couple and their love story is remarkable. It’s been a true pleasure working with them on this crazy fun planning journey and when I say it was our pleasure, it is indeed an understatement. It’s pretty awesome when people raise their hand to be a part of something like this, it leaves a lasting impression on a community. Every couple deserves a proper

There are so many  opinions on who pays for what at the wedding. As a planner I get this question all of the time and it ends being totally different for every family/ couple. That being said, traditionally the brides parents were responsible for the entire event- that has since changed.  Very often today’s couples will pay for their own wedding or at least make a contribution.  The parents of the couple often make a contribution based on each individual situation. If your pa

When it comes to formal, traditional wedding invitations, there are some rules to follow. Formal invitation etiquette will tell the story of your wedding, so it’s important to get it right, after all it is the first impression. Here are a few tips to help you along the way. 1. Check the spelling. Spelling mistakes are the most common mistake. It’s the couple’s responsibility to check for all spelling, such as the spelling of names, family member names, guests as well as perti

Today’s vendor spotlight is on Cake Art . Cake Art provides unique and custom cakes for any celebration. Her storefront is located in downtown Salisbury, central to all our favorite Eastern Shore venues. Susan takes cues from your event invitation, color palette and  overall theme to create one of a kind masterpieces. A little about Susan Patt, the owner and expert. Tell us a little about your business. I am Susan Patt originally from Southern California, and still have most

Today’s vendor spotlight is on Daniel Bostwick Photography and this guy is pretty impressive not only for his amazing photography but for his passion and inspiration that goes into it. Tell us about your business I’ve been photographing weddings for 10 years now, which is crazy to say because I feel like I shot my first one just yesterday. It started sort of accidentally when I was focusing on surf photography and a friend had asked me to shoot his wedding. Over the years my

Terri Lokey with Terralee Designs is in the spotlight this week as one of the featured vendors for the Ultimate Wedding Giveaway. This giveaway is being hosted by Wildflower Estate and Eventfully Yours along with some really talented vendors right here on the Eastern Shore. A little about Terralee Designs. Terri is an Eastern Shore native, currently residing in the historic village of Quantico. Her business is her personal floral adventure, after 25 years in the industry. “I

Vittles Food Truck and Catering and Eventfully Yours have set out to give one deserving couple the ULTIMATE DREAM WEDDING. They have collaborated with some of the Eastern Shore’s top talent in the wedding industry to make this possible.  A wedding giveaway is a great opportunity for our partnering vendors to showcase their work and give back to the community doing what we do best. Here’s the Dream Team line up: Venue: Wildflower Estate, Mardela Springs, MD Catering: Vittles C

Here is a quick guide to the groom’s wedding checklist, after all it really does take two to plan your dream wedding. Every couple is different but here is a guide to help the grooms navigate through the year ahead. 10-12 Months Before: Pick out the engagement ring (if not yet selected). Kuhn’s has an amazing selection of really unique engagement rings. Announce your engagement. Discuss wedding plans and budget with fiancée and all parents. Compile your guest list. Start the

So, chances are your wedding will be the first major event you will be planning as a couple and you don’t have to do it alone. This is where a great wedding planner becomes a smart investment. The first thing to consider is obviously your vision, are you an easy-going beach bride or are you more of a luxury bride? Either way the cost of weddings (and all things related) may surprise you. While you expect to pay for things such as flowers, bands and photographers there are lot

Planning a wedding comes with a whole new set of lingo, some you have probably used interchangeably at some point. Wedding planners, wedding consultants and venue coordinators are all very different roles. I’m here to tell you today the distinctions so you can best plan and budget for the person who will most suit you and serve you best. Wedding Planner Overview This is a full-service position, a person who will work with you from the very beginning from venue selection to pl

Creating a wedding website is an excellent way to communicate with your guests leading up to the big day and your wedding planner can help navigate through this process. Your custom website gives them the information they will need pertaining to the wedding weekend, but it can also be a really cool prelude to the wedding. Share galleries, tell the engagement story, your honeymoon plans, etc. The Knot , Minted, and Wix are all great for creating your perfect wedding website! H

You’re engaged! Now it’s time to start your Eastern Shore wedding venue search, here are a few things to consider: select a venue that aligns with your aesthetic and vibe know your guest list (and possible limitations) set a budget ask questions about the venue, a planner can help you with this stay true to yourselves and be wary of trends Here are a few venues I absolutely adore; some are new, some are old and some are hidden gems. This list has been carefully curated with d

The wedding has commenced, and now you find yourself searching through Pinterest for hours for honeymoon ideas. We are all hoping for our next trip to be a once in a lifetime experience, a life changer, but our honeymoon is one that is expected to be head and shoulders above the rest. Your first trip together as husband and wife, it’s a big deal. That can be a lot of pressure with the entire world to choose from. Let’s look into some alternative, out of the box honeymoon ide

Choosing a wedding photographer is really a big deal. After all, a picture is worth a thousand words. Your wedding day needs to be one of the most epic days of your life as husband and wife. Once you’ve tied the knot, danced your first dance and toasted to your nuptials- what do you look forward to next? You check your email and social media hourly waiting for the first glimpse or a teaser from your wedding photographer. Yes, as your planner I would do the same! There are lot

Each wedding planner has their own process, their own checklist, their own “template” when planning a wedding. We all have things we need to check off our list, and believe me, that list is super important. But what about the things that don’t pick perfectly in that little box? The things that stand out? The things that aren’t for every bride, the things that make each wedding unique and signature to that couple? I’m talking about creating an experience. By definition, the wo

Bridal Trends of Spring 2019 have now hit the newsstands. Last season’s trends that made it down the aisle had a delicate touch. However, this season, designers refused to hold back. This season, the trends showcased have been “unapologetic, directional silhouettes” that made bold statements and caught everyone’s attention. To name a few, Vera Wang showcased vibrant, risk-taking colors in her designs that give brides additional color options outside of bridal white. Classic c

Wedding rules to follow, and we mean it. Because of the outdated guidelines that don’t apply to modern nuptials and the self-imposed ideas that couples pick up about a what a wedding is “supposed to be,” there will never be one big day blueprint that works for everyone. Hence, we’re giving you our most important rules we suggest you follow to ensure you have the perfect wedding day (credits to this article we found). We’re going to list our favorites. Let us know in the comme

Being an Eastern Shore wedding planner, I focus on all of the little details which makes for a perfect day. At the core, your wedding is about you and your fiancée entering this sacred bond. Don’t lose sight!  At Eventfully Yours Md. we will make sure that the smallest details are met. You should of course try to subtly reflect your interests, personalities and love story into your big day. Your story is just that “your story”, no one else’s and no two should be alike- same g

The wedding processional is the order in which the couple and bridal party actually walk down the aisle. The music sets the tone as it swells with anticipation for it’s guests of honor. Traditionally the officiant walks first followed by the groom and best man. The bridal attendants follow as couples or individually with the ring bearer and flower girl to end. Now it’s time for the bride and that special person she has chosen to escort, typically her Dad. Now that being said

Let’s consider a wedding planner! Modern couples are focusing on creating a unique, unforgettable wedding that is a true reflection of their style. Leave the stress, research, contract review and small details to your wedding planner. Your wedding day is the perfect opportunity to tell your love story to the people you most treasure in life. Chances are you have a vision but not the time to coordinate all the details nor the first clue of where to find the most talented pros