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Hey ladies! We  know in the midst of all of the planning and festivities, there is always several tasks that need to be dealt with before the big day. One of the most stressful and off-putting tasks is the dreaded guest list that leaves you with questions like, “Who do I invite?”, “Should I allow a plus one and hope people don’t bring 5 friends with them?” And our personal favorite “ We were friends in middle school but I haven’t talked to her in years, should I invite her anyways!?” You are not the only bride on the planet asking yourself these questions! We have put together a list of t ..read more

Whew. 2021. Honestly, this is going to be a long one and quite personal. Get ready. As most of you, I was looking forward to a fantastic 2021. After we experienced 2020, it had to be better, right? I was geared up and ready to plan gorgeous weddings for my amazing couples.  I had goals for my personal life (start a family), goals for business (expand my team and create new systems for my clients), and growth as a person for my friends and family. Well, to say the least, that didn’t happen. Unfortunately I was faced with one of the hardest decisions of my life. I was struggling in my marri ..read more

Hello friends! Whew, you’ve made it! After all of the planning building up to the wedding every precious couple needs an amazing honeymoon!  I have a few helpful hints when planning your honeymoon. While you get wrapped up in the wedding planning details, still take time to do your research for honeymoon destination spots. First, find your ideal location. Whether you’re traveling to the mountains to go skiing or relaxing on a tropical island, find the place that will be the best for you and your new hubby. After finding the destination, search for a few options of hotels or resorts. I of ..read more

Hi friends!! Today I wanted to chat with you about something we actually don’t ever want to talk about, but really need to, which is how to plan for your wedding day rain plan. Here in Alabama you really never know what’s going to happen. If you chose an all outdoor wedding venue, it’s great to have a just-as-perfect rain plan. Although you don’t hope for it to rain, it’s great to plan ahead.  When choosing a wedding venue, it’s important to make sure there is an alternative option in the case of rain. Review your options, whether it’s an indoor facility or needing to tent the area, try ..read more

  Key information to understand: Their style If they emcee and make announcements + what is their style Number of hours of service + charge for overtime Requirement for breaks Stage requirements Greenroom requirements Meal and alcohol requirements Ability to provide music / amp / mics for ceremony and cocktail hour Do they provide a lapel mic for the officiant? Do they provide a handheld/wireless mic for toasts? Do they provide a mic stand and mic for readers or soloists? If they have back-up equipment in case any fails If they have lighting options Additional questions to ask: Ho ..read more

Hey friends! Today on the blog is beautiful Lydia & Conner’s wedding at the Barn At Shady Lane. Oh how I love these two!! Lydia was one precious “Covid Bride”, she stayed calm but cautious during her wedding planning journey and I’m so happy that everything went off without a hitch.  Lydia and Conner were surrounded by their sweet friends and family all day. Their love for each other was priceless and being a part of their wedding day was so fulfilling. After a few curveballs thrown at Lydia & Conner during their engagement, it was one perfect day! The Dream Team wedding planner ..read more

Hello again & welcome to the KP Blog! Today I want to chat with you about the pros & cons of a first look on wedding day. I know every couple is different and sees their wedding day going a certain way. I love the uniqueness of each couple and how their personalities share on wedding days.  So, first things first, what is a first look? It’s simply the moment the bride & groom see each other for the first time on wedding before the ceremony. It’s a very intimate and emotional moment, as it’s just the two of them (plus photographers of course!) where they get to take a few minut ..read more

Oh my goodness I am so excited to share this gorgeous day with you all! Lydia & Chase got married in December at Hamilton Place at Pursell Farms! Sweet Lydia was an original Covid bride, as she changed her destination wedding in May, to an all inclusive wedding in December. I absolutely loved Lydia’s style and we had a wonderful time creating her design.  Lydia’s plan B was seriously just as beautiful as our original plan. Thankfully the rain held off during the day so we could get a few dreamy photos of Lydia & Chase before the ceremony. Their guests enjoyed their intimate ceremo ..read more

Hey Friends!! I am so excited to finally share Kayla and Brett’s wedding day with you all! My Associate Planner, Amanda, was the lead planner on this one and here is what she had to say about it! Kayla & Brett got married on a warm November day at the gorgeous Bridge Street Gallery & Loft in downtown Birmingham and I must say, it was absolutely perfect! You could feel the love between them & to hear Brett talk about his sweet bride would bring you to tears. Their ceremony was so romantic with string lights and candles lighting the entire loft. The two chose to have communion as the ..read more