It’s not an easy decision to make, whether or not to invite children to your wedding. Not only do you have family members to consider, but you also have to keep in mind those that are traveling from out-of-town and that they may not have easy access to trustworthy sitters. If you do decide to have children attend your wedding, here are some fun ideas on how to keep them entertained throughout the event! Our favorite option would be to hire a babysitter or event childcare service to keep the little ones occupied for the duration of the wedding. While this may add a bit to your budget, it does g ..read more

Sparks flew on Thalia and Jesse's wedding day This magical, modern wedding took place at Bella Collina and looking at the pictures you would think you are in Italy! For ceremony, the all white aisle was lit with candles as white cherry blossom tress designed by ,Bluegrass Chic Floral Design hovered over. This ceremony set up was so beautiful and unforgettable! Jesse and his groomsmen were dressed in all white while Thalia's bridesmaids were dressed in satin champagne colored dresses After ceremony, the guests were surprised by a mariachi band who escorted them to cocktail hour The ballroom was ..read more

Vendor Spotlight Blog from The Bridal Finery The Bridal Finery owners Roberta & Tali spent years in bridal fashion working with the most prestigious designers. They joined together and opened The Bridal Finery in 2017. Personalization is what they know best! Whether you want to add some lace or part of your dress you want to replace, The Bridal Finery helps you find and create your dream dress. "Prior to wedding dress shopping, I had a pretty good idea of what I liked. I had a simple, yet elegant, vision and I knew the dress I wanted was not going to be hard to find... or so I thought! I w ..read more

Alysia and Robert got married at the lovely Spanish Farmhouse, ,Casa Feliz; located in the heart of Winter Park, FL. Every detail for the wedding was well thought out and complimented the venue beautifully Alysia was absolutely stunning and full of joy on her and Robert's wedding day This sweet couple was ready to tie the knot after a long year of wedding planning during a pandemic and spending long distance from each other due to their careers Not only were Alysia and Robert's friends and family excited to celebrate this happy couple on their wedding day, but so were their awesome team of ven ..read more

Have you heard of the saying, “Till death do us part”? This is one of the most recognizable lines in traditional wedding vows. Well, there is nothing quite like the romance of an elopement, especially during the Florida fall season. The weather is more chilly (by that we simply mean less hot than summer) and pumpkin season is in the air. The combination of dark and moody photographs, rich autumn hues, and lush florals. When you think “Elope” think of an opportunity to add attention and design to all the details. If you haven't heard the news, elopements are trending. Now more than ever, coupl ..read more

Mariah and Truitt tied the knot and had the wedding of their dreams at the gorgeous Bella Collina This sweet couple has known each other since kindergarten but did not begin dating until after graduating nursing school After three and a half years of dating, Truitt asked Mariah to be his wife and the planning for their magical wedding day began! Mariah envisioned a romantic style for the big day and wanted to use soft blush and champagne tones When it came to planning the wedding, Mariah said the most important thing to her was staying organized on the big day so that everything ran smoothly W ..read more

Selecting your wedding cake is one of the sweetest moments during the wedding planning process. Whether you already have a vision in mind and know what flavors suite your taste buds, we always recommend setting up a cake tasting with your baker. Selecting your Wedding Cake Cake Tasting: You'll get to spend an hour or so trying cake, combining cake flavors and different frosting to create your perfect cake, and then you get to eat this creating again at your wedding. How sweet is this? Blush Tip: We suggest scheduling your cake tasting with your baker around the six month out timeframe Whether ..read more

Sarah and Christian exchanged their vows at ,Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church followed by an amazing reception at the the beautiful ,Lake Nona Golf & Country Club From their Save The Dates to Sarah's amazing ,Jimmy Choo wedding heels, every detail was planned out flawlessly! Here are some of Sarah's details beautifully captured by her amazing photographer ,JP Pratt Sarah's incredible wedding dress and veil were designed by ,Monique Lhuillier This dress was absolutely breathtaking and gave us Carrie Bradshaw vibes! We couldn't imagine a more perfect bride for this dress than Sarah Keep sc ..read more

After 8 years together and the perfect proposal, Larisa and Jan finally had their dream wedding at the beautiful ,Bella Collina! How did Jan pop the question? "Jan planned a surprise proposal in Italy on the first day of our vacation. He hired a hidden photographer and I had no idea since I had planned out the entire vacation. He hid the ring in his back pack and when we went to the colosseum and he got down on one knee and popped the question!" When it came to planning your wedding, what was most important to you? "The most important part for me was the photography, videography and hair and m ..read more

Tipping wedding vendors is often an confusing etiquette and varies by the region. While tipping wedding professionals for their services is not expected, it is a generous way to show appreciation for their hard work and dedication ensuring your wedding runs successfully and stress-free! As you begin the planning process, and start your wedding budget, remember to factor in line items such as gratuities and tax, as these areas can be left unaccounted for and sneak up later in the planning process! When it comes down to who should receive a token of your appreciation, consider who went above and ..read more