What creative or personal aspects did you include in your wedding?
So many! My aunts were my “something blue,” and we had lots of family jewelry around.
Did you do any DIY projects or create any handmade items for your wedding?
All the signage, my florals, my seating chart, and our invitations. The popcorn machine was painted by my mother, and all the decor was put together from Marketplace finds that we repainted.
What was the biggest thing you did to save money?
Florals through Bloom Culture! It saved us thousands.
What was your biggest splurge?
My husband’s suit was a splurge, which he actually paid for outside of the wedding budget. He felt so confident on our wedding day!
What was your favorite detail?
My aunts were very involved, and having them as my something blue meant the world.
What is the most memorable moment of your day?
The whole day was perfect, but probably our first look!
What’s the best advice you have for planning your wedding now that you’re on the other side?
Hire a day-of coordinator! She saved us so many headaches and money. I’m a coordinator myself, and I still paid someone else.
