Real Weddings – Spring Murray Hill in Virginia
Spring wedding at Murray Hill in Leesburg, VA: garden ceremony, Potomac overlook, blooming florals, tented reception, golden hour portraits, relaxed flow.
Wedding Venues in Maryland: Spring Wedding at Columbia Country Club
Wedding Venues in Maryland: Spring Wedding at Columbia Country Club As a wedding planner who works at some of the most iconic wedding venues in Maryland, few places feel more special to me than Columbia Country Club and Blessed Sacrament Church in Bethesda. So when...
Real Weddings – Outdoor Maryland Wedding
Outdoor Maryland wedding with a lawn ceremony, woodland portraits, a tented reception, Chesapeake light, a smart rain plan, guest comfort, and a smooth timeline.
Real Weddings – Woodholme Country Club in Baltimore Maryland
Real Wedding Inspiration – Woodholme Country Club in Baltimore Maryland. Planned by O’Neil Events. Venue – Woodholme Country Club Caterer – Charles Levine Catering Videographer – Clickspark Films Photographer –...
The Grand in Baltimore Wedding: A Classic and Meaningful Celebration in Baltimore, MD
The Grand in Baltimore Wedding: A Classic and Meaningful Celebration in Baltimore, MD When S and A decided to celebrate their wedding at The Grand in Baltimore, they chose a venue as elegant and meaningful as their love story. The historic charm of The Grand in...
TIPPING WEDDING VENDORS
Who to tip, how much, and when: a clear wedding vendor tipping guide with norms by role, cash vs e-pay, what’s in service fees, and day-of envelope tips.
WEDDING DAY EMERGENCY KIT MUST HAVES
Build a wedding day emergency kit: fashion tape, stain remover, mini steamer, blister pads, pain relievers, snacks, chargers, sewing kit, tissues, and backups.
BUSINESS LESSONS LEARNED – MY HONEYBOOK REVIEW
Candid HoneyBook review with real business lessons. What works, what doesn’t, best workflows, invoicing, contracts, scheduler, automations, pricing, and tips.
HOW MUCH BOOZE SHOULD YOU BUY?
Wedding bar math made easy: quantities of wine, beer, liquor, mixers, ice, and glassware per guest by hours, season, and bar style, plus a simple calculator.
25 WEDDING PLANNING TIPS
25 wedding planning tips: budgeting, timelines, vendor questions, venue logistics, guest comfort, design basics, rain plans, and sanity savers from a pro.
ABOUT ME
Your Dream Wedding Starts Here…
Colleen has been planning weddings in DC and NYC for 15+ years. A DC native with deep local connections which ensures you get top-tier professionals who match your budget and style.
Need wedding planning help? Contact Colleen.