by Colleen ONeil | Jun 30, 2025 | Wedding and Party Planning Tips
Imagine exchanging vows atop a SoHo loft as the late afternoon sun paints the skyline gold, your nearest and dearest gathered just steps away. Feel the breeze carry the scent of peonies from a handcrafted floral arch, hear laughter drifting from your intimate dinner table where custom menus speak to your story. In the heart of New York City between the exposed brick walls and the hum of city life, you’ll savor every moment: the hush before you say “I do,” the clink of champagne glasses under twinkling fairy lights, and the joy of sharing a meal that’s as personalized as your love. This isn’t a grand affair, it’s your story, told in small details that leave a lifetime of memories.
by Colleen ONeil | Jun 22, 2025 | Wedding and Party Planning Tips
In Washington, DC, Pride Month offers the perfect backdrop for couples to honor their love in vibrant and meaningful ways. Here’s how to create a wedding that celebrates love in all its forms:
by Colleen ONeil | Apr 12, 2025 | Free Resources Downloads and Advice, Wedding and Party Planning Tips
New York City is the ultimate wedding destination—a city that never sleeps and offers limitless possibilities. Here’s how to navigate the planning process and pull off the NYC wedding of your dreams
by Colleen ONeil | Feb 25, 2025 | Wedding and Party Planning Tips
Planning a wedding in February comes with its own unique magic: the chill in the air, the cozy atmosphere, and, of course, Valentine’s Day setting the mood for love.
by Colleen ONeil | Nov 17, 2024 | Wedding and Party Planning Tips
At O’Neil Events, we pride ourselves on providing a seamless and stress-free wedding planning experience. But don’t just take our word for it – our clients’ glowing referrals speak volumes about our dedication and professionalism. In this blog post,...
by Colleen ONeil | Oct 24, 2024 | Wedding and Party Planning Tips
At O’Neil Events, we pride ourselves on our ability to handle last-minute changes with grace and professionalism. Here’s how we manage these challenges to ensure your day remains seamless and stress-free.
by Colleen ONeil | Sep 19, 2024 | Wedding and Party Planning Tips
Blending Tradition with Modernity: Achieving Classic Elegance At O’Neil Events, we understand that many couples want to honor tradition while also incorporating modern elements into their wedding day. Achieving a balance between classic elegance and contemporary...
by Colleen ONeil | Jul 17, 2024 | Free Resources Downloads and Advice, Shop O'Neil and Deals, Wedding and Party Planning Tips
As your wedding planner, one of my top priorities is to make sure your guest experience is the best possible. One fairly large part of your guest experience is the accommodations where guests will stay. A host hotel provides a home base for your guests to gather....
by Colleen ONeil | Jun 6, 2024 | Wedding and Party Planning Tips
Trendy Summer Wedding Fashion: Stay Stylish and Cool in the DC Heat As the temperatures rise and the sun shines bright, summer weddings in Washington, DC, offer the perfect opportunity to celebrate love amidst the vibrant energy of the season. However, dressing for a...
by Colleen ONeil | May 13, 2024 | Wedding and Party Planning Tips
Washington, DC, with its array of picturesque gardens and parks, offers an idyllic backdrop for your dream outdoor wedding. However, choosing the perfect garden venue entails careful consideration and meticulous planning to ensure your special day unfolds seamlessly. Join us as we delve into the art of planning the quintessential summer garden wedding in the heart of the nation’s capital.
by Colleen ONeil | May 10, 2024 | Wedding and Party Planning Tips
May Flowers: Must-Have Blooms for Your Spring Wedding Bouquet Spring is a season of renewal, marked by the emergence of vibrant blooms and the promise of new beginnings. For couples planning their springtime nuptials in Washington, DC, selecting the perfect bouquet is...
by Colleen ONeil | Mar 15, 2024 | Wedding and Party Planning Tips
The Language of Flowers: Symbolism for Your Spring Wedding Blooms As the chill of winter gives way to the warmth of spring, love is in the air, and what better way to celebrate this season of new beginnings than with a spring wedding adorned with beautiful blooms?...
by Colleen ONeil | Mar 7, 2024 | Wedding and Party Planning Tips
DC’s Secret Garden Venues: Ideal Settings for Your Spring Celebration As spring blooms in Washington, DC, the city becomes adorned with vibrant colors and lush greenery, offering an idyllic backdrop for weddings. While the capital boasts numerous renowned...
by Colleen ONeil | Feb 12, 2024 | Wedding and Party Planning Tips
As couples embark on the beautiful journey of wedding planning in the heart of Washington, DC, one of the most intimate and cherished moments is the exchange of vows. Crafting personalized vows adds a unique touch to the ceremony, allowing you to express your love in a way that resonates with your relationship. In this guide, we’ll explore the top tips for creating personalized vows that capture the essence of your love story, making your DC wedding truly unforgettable, especially as we approach the season of love, Valentine’s Day.
by Colleen ONeil | Feb 7, 2024 | Uncategorized, Wedding and Party Planning Tips
Washington D.C. offers a plethora of enchanting venues that set the perfect stage for a February celebration filled with love and warmth!
by Alex | Feb 4, 2022 | Wedding and Party Planning Tips
1. The Venues From rustic farmhouses to lodges and villages, the venues in Deep Creek Lake have the ability to accommodate any size of a wedding. Many venues are small businesses and will provide you with a unique, family-like relationship as you prepare for...
by Colleen ONeil | Jul 21, 2019 | Wedding and Party Planning Tips
I had recently come across Forever Wedding Favor’s website and was impressed with what they have to offer. I was lucky enough to sample some of their products and was not disappointed! (This picture was taken by myself on my phone, so please do not judge too...
by Colleen ONeil | Jun 18, 2019 | Free Resources Downloads and Advice, Wedding and Party Planning Tips
Tipping at a wedding is like tipping at a restaurant, no one is making you tip, but would you walk away from dinner without tipping? Even if the service was just blah, I bet you still leave something. Unlike tipping at a restaurant, it is not clear how to go about...
by Colleen ONeil | Jun 18, 2019 | Free Resources Downloads and Advice, Wedding and Party Planning Tips
Prepare for the unexpected! Having an emergency kit for your wedding day will provide you the ability to be your own problem solver. Remember, you are most likely not getting ready at your house so you will not have the everyday comforts and help as easily accessible...
by Colleen ONeil | Jun 18, 2019 | Free Resources Downloads and Advice, Wedding and Party Planning Tips
Many couples are finding that buying their alcohol is an easy DIY wedding planning task and may help control the cost, especially if you or have a friend who works in the restaurant or alcohol industry. But when you go to make the purchase, you will be at a loss of...
by Colleen ONeil | Jun 18, 2019 | Free Resources Downloads and Advice, Wedding and Party Planning Tips
Planning a wedding is a lot to take on especially since you still have your work and life to keep organized. Over the years, we have come up with a few wedding planning tips that will help you as you start your wedding planning process. It’s a short and easy...
by Colleen ONeil | May 31, 2019 | Free Resources Downloads and Advice, Wedding and Party Planning Tips
For most couples getting married, this will be your first time going through the wedding planning process. You don’t know how to start planning, when things should be completed by and how to go about actually doing what is on your timeline. We went through our...
by Colleen ONeil | May 31, 2019 | Free Resources Downloads and Advice, Wedding and Party Planning Tips
A lot has changed since Emily Post’s book about etiquette came out. We are left to ourselves to best define what modern day dress code etiquette means. Here is a helpful list that will help you navigate modern day dress etiquette. WHITE TIE / ULTRA FORMAL...
by Colleen ONeil | May 31, 2019 | Free Resources Downloads and Advice, Wedding and Party Planning Tips
If you love everything as organized as we do, you will love using Quickbooks to keep track of your wedding budget. It is the most comprehensive wedding budget spreadsheet you will find out there! We use it for business and have also used QuickBooks it to help our...
by Colleen ONeil | May 30, 2019 | Wedding and Party Planning Tips
I am frequently asked for good ideas for groomsmen gifts, and I have found a company who has made all of our male gift-giving problems disappear – Groovy Guys Gifts! I sampled one of their products and was not disappointed. Keep reading below for my review...
by Colleen ONeil | May 29, 2019 | Wedding and Party Planning Tips
As you are planning your wedding, room blocks quickly become a lingering thought in your head. As soon as you have the date picked out, guest will start to ask about hotel blocks for the wedding. You have most likely never given hotel blocks for weddings a thought,...
by Colleen ONeil | May 29, 2019 | Invitation and Stationery Help, Wedding and Party Planning Tips
Looking for some DC inspiration?! We have found some of our favorite DC wedding invitations! SAVE THE DATES Created for you by Minted global community of designers, our unique Save The Date designs are the perfect way to announce your wedding day. All...
by oneileeventsdc | Mar 28, 2019 | Wedding and Party Planning Tips
I had recently partnered with Groovy Guys Gifts to review and check out their groomsmen gifts, check out that blog here, and I have been just introduced to their sister site Bridesmaid Gift Boutique. I am frequently asked for unique ideas for bridesmaid gifts, and...
by oneileeventsdc | Mar 28, 2019 | Wedding and Party Planning Tips
I had recently partnered with Groovy Guys Gifts to review and check out their groomsmen gifts, check out that blog here, and I have been just introduced to their sister site Bridesmaid Gift Boutique. I am frequently asked for unique ideas for bridesmaid gifts, and...
by oneileeventsdc | Mar 16, 2019 | Wedding and Party Planning Tips
I had recently partnered with Groovy Guys Gifts to review and check out their groomsmen gifts, check out that blog here, and I have been just introduced to their sister site Bridesmaid Gift Boutique. I am frequently asked for unique ideas for bridesmaid gifts, and...
