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Sweetly Paired Wishes all newly engaged couples a HUGE congrats!

2/15/2020

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Yay, so you got the ring! What next? Here are some good steps to follow so the beginning of the planning process is smooth, and sets you up for success! 

It's really exciting when things happen to change the course of your life - and getting engaged is certainly one of those times. We work with tons of newly engaged couples to find dates, venues, and get on the path to planning their curated, experiential wedding... but there are lots of couples who find pitfalls instead of rainbows - and here are some tips to avoid having a stressful beginning to your wedding planning process! These are 6 tips to help you start off on the right foot with planning your wedding! 
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 Wedding Planning Tip #1:
Hire a wedding planner right away, don't wait until you have a venue and a date! The planner can help you find a venue, because they know the venues' rules, needs, costs, and pros and cons like the back of their hands.... or at least WE do! We have multiple lead planners on the team, so you won't be limited by date by hiring us first - You'll get the full force of our team's expertise in Colorado's wedding venues, and have an awesome planning team by your side the entire way! 
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Wedding Planning Tip #2
Set your budget with your planner BEFORE venue hunting. This allows you to not find yourself what we call 'venue poor' - The wedding equivalent of being 'house poor'. This occurs when you spend too much of your budget in one place. If you don't know your budget yet, and start touring venues - you could end up in big trouble. A good wedding planner can help you sort out your budget, and understand the implications to guest experience if you do decide to splurge in a certain category - and this includes venues! 
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Wedding Planning Tip #3
​Take your planner venue hunting! This may (or may not) cost you a little extra, depending on the package you choose with the planner - but it's worth it. They know all of the ins-and-outs of the venues, including all the blemishes that the venue sales person won't show you. They know when it's a difficult space to work in, or if the staff at the venue is amazing and easy to work with or a mess and constantly replacing sales and operations staff. These things make a huge difference in your planning experience, as well as the guests' experience on the day or weekend of your wedding! 
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Wedding Planning Tip #4 - 
Give yourself time! Most weddings take 12-18 months to plan. You can plan faster than that, of course, but know the stress of making all those decisions can weigh on you and your relationships. We can plan a wedding for 150 people and 100k budget in a month... but the decisions have to be made in like a week. An average wedding takes hundreds of hours to plan, because it takes some thinking to make all of the decisions that weddings and events require. Think about how you make decisions, and how your fiancee does... and how that will affect any other decision makers in the process.. I know 6 months sounds like forever away, but truly, it's right around the corner! 
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Wedding Planning Tip #5
Choose your date carefully! You have already considered other important days in your lives - birthdays, holidays, months you love or hate, etc. Now think through the date with another lens. What will the weather be like? Are you wanting the leaves to be green? fall-colored? covered in snow? What experience do you want your guests to have? Keep these things in mind: 
  • Fridays and Sundays are often less pricey than Saturdays, and more often available. 
  • Off-season dates can be cheaper, but weather and other factors are why! Think that through before booking an off-season date. 
  • It can be tempting to go for half-days or shorter time periods for price, but keep in mind what that may do to your timeline! 
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Wedding Planning Tip #6 - 
Don't fall into the all-inclusive trap - unless you're in Mexico! This is a huge trap. There seems to be an uptick in all-inclusive venues - handling everything from the food and beverage to the DJ, officiant, photographer, and flowers. What you're really getting with these venues is what EVERY wedding they've done before you, and every one after has gotten... all packaged in a boring, repetitive box! 
  • The food is bad. Like memorably bad. Almost infallibly. They have no reason to make it better, you guys. No competition. 
  • The images look like a 1990 flash-photography wedding. They use the cheapest photographers, and pay them crap. You're better off finding a photographer on your own, and curating your look with them. Getting to know them, and getting comfortable with them. 
  • The looks are dated, and boring. Trust me, an experienced planner and designer can do so much more with less!  
​Moral of this story - hire a wedding planner at whatever level you can afford. 
  • ​They are worth their weight in gold. They often save you as much as their fee costs in not making mistakes, getting the right vendors for you r budget, and showing you cost-saving tips and tricks! 
  • Whether it's us or another planner - They're the only person in your day who has your best interest at heart in EVERY decision that's made. 
  • Planners are a wealth of knowledge - it's why they do what they do. They know all the things, and all the people. That's part of what you're buying with a wedding planner's services! 
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Stationery - the first impression

1/5/2018

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How to make a statement right from the beginning

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Picking the right stationery is essential to kick off the announcement of your wedding day.  The Save-The-Dates and the Invitations are the window for your guests to get a glimpse of what to expect on the big day. What your theme is, what your color scheme is, is it fancy and formal, or is it a little bit more laid back and casual.  All of these things can be said through the type of paper you choose, the type of envelope you choose, the colors, the fonts, and so on.  
The most important thing to remember when designing your invites is to not do it all. Coco Chanel used to say - "Put all your accessories on, and then take one off." It is easy to get caught up in all the things you like and everything that may look good, but remember you are working with limited space and you don't want to overcrowd the paper too the point where your guests don't even know what they got invited to. Keep it concise, stick to your theme and don't be afraid to make some sacrifices. 
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Sweetly Paired offers custom stationery, invitations, and paper for weddings in Colorado, Austin, and destination weddings all over the world. We can do custom printing for all of your stationery needs. We also do custom seating charts, table names and numbers, and welcome signs! We do custom watercolor invitations as well. 

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how to choose a guestbook

12/27/2017

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Proof that all your friends and family came TO CELEBRATE!

There are so many little details when it comes to wedding planning that by the end of it you may be making choices just to make the problem go away. But keep in mind that these little details really do make all the difference when everything comes together on the big day.  You'll be so ahppy the you made mindful choices that really represent you and your loved one. One of those little (major) details is the guest book.  The guest book is a key detail because everyone who attends the wedding will see it & (hopefully) sign it. Here are a few tips to picking out the perfect guest book.
1. Representation: This day is all about you and your loved one becoming ONE unit.  So what is something that the two of you love to do? Do you love to travel together? Use a globe. Do you love to ski together? Use a set of skis. Do you love to drink wine together? Collect corks and have people sign them. There are so many possibilities, but keep in mind that it is best when it is about you.
2. Aesthetic: You can choose something based of the theme of your wedding.  Is your wedding more black-tie? Stick to a classic alternative of a beautiful bound book that will shimmer in the night. Think about the rest of your decor and see how your guest book can compliment it.
3. Keepsake: Your guest book is a keepsake that you and your partner now get to keep forever til death do you part. Want to hear a great tip? Pick something you like! Pick something you treasure and want to keep displayed around your home, not just a memento that you are going to put in a box and forget about. A framed picture for people to sign is a great decor piece that you can add to any part of your home.
4. Find inspiration: Still struggling to find "the one" for your wedding.  Turn to others for inspiration.  Ask your friends and family members what they used when they got married, or take a peek at the guest book of any weddings you may attend in the near future. Inspiration may strike at any moment! And then there is always the internet which is packed with some of the most creative ideas known to man.  So grab a cup of Joe and surf the web a bit looking at wedding blogs, Pinterest, and wedding inspiration pages. 
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our four-legged friends

12/27/2017

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your best friend to always be by your side

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Do you have someone in your life who you couldn't imagine walking down the aisle without? I'm talking about your dog of course. Our furry friends play such an important role in our lives and our relationships that it might be hard to have them miss out on the big day!  It is becoming increasingly more popular to have pets at wedding ceremonies and before you decide to buy them a little doggie bow-tie, take a look at some of these tips to ensure a great time for you and your pup!
1. The most important thing to consider is how comfortable your dog will feel. It may mean a lot to you to have them there, but consider your dog's personality.  If they adapt well to new places and don't mind large crowds of people then they will be just fine.  But if your dog has a lot of anxiety and will be frightened, it may be best to think of just doing family pictures some other time. 
2. What role will your dog have? Will they just be a guest of honor or are the going to walk down the aisle carrying the rings? If you are giving your dog a starring role make sure your pet is well-behaved because it can turn into a wild goose-chase very quickly! They may also get spooked depending on the venue location (i.e if your in the mountains and there is other wildlife) or with the large group of people watching them trot away. 
3. Talk to your venue. Depending on where you are, some venues will not allow pets of any kind (or possibly only allow service dogs).  Talk to the managers and see what the rules & regulations are.
​4. Designate a handler. Before, during and after there ceremony have a family member or close friend be in charge of your furry companion.  You and your loved one will be whisked from here to there and back again so adding a dog to that plate will be too much. This way you know your pup is safe, happy, and not getting into any trouble.
5. Have a ride home for your dog. Some venues will allow dogs for the ceremony but they will not be allowed in the reception hall.  So make arrangements in advanced for someone to take your dog home or for someone to pick them up. 
6. Talk to your photographer beforehand! You definitely want to get some awesome shots of your dog on the big day so make sure they are aware to set a little time aside for a little dog friendly photoshoot! (And maybe bring a bag of treats to help them look the camera as well). 
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From Point a to point b in style

12/19/2017

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An extra special ride for you and your loved one

There are plenty of details you can add in your wedding to really wow your guests. Your grand entrance or exit is just another opportunity to show off your style and make a few head turns along the way.  There are many different modes of transportation you can book, rent, borrow, design for your big day and here are just a few out of the box ideas for those looking to make an impression.
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-Antique cars are a wonderful way to go if you are looking for something different and vintage-inspired.  You have so many options so you can choose an antique car that really fits you & your significant others style and personality. 
-Horse and carriage is the perfect option if you are looking for something a little more regal and almost fairy-tale inspired.  A great big white carriage decorated with your flowers and colors will be sure to draw attention from the whole crowd.
-Limo/party bus is a more common choice these days but a great one none the less.  These two options allow you to have family/friends or the wedding party join in on the fun when you are moving from the ceremony to the reception (or from the reception to the after party!)
-Head to the water ways for a romantic scene no one will forget. If you and your loved one are a little bit more adventurous and don't mind the risk of getting splashed along the way, then take to the waters for your grand entrance!
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-Take a ride in the sky at some mountain venues that you will have the opportunity to use their ski lifts and gondolas. What a fun experience for you and your guests to take a smooth ride to the top of the mountain to take in the gorgeous, scenic views.
-Helicopters are always an option for those who are a little more daring and have quite a large budget.  But let me tell you it is sure to impress and people will never stop talking about it! 

Take a ride with sweetly paired on your wedding planning journey!

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Tips for newly engaged couples planning a wedding!

11/29/2017

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some tips from a wedding planner to make the beginning steps of wedding planning Easy and stress-free! 

So you're engaged... now what? We're using December... the month of engagements... as a chance to share these tips with newly engaged couples and set you up for success! Planning a wedding can be stressful if you don't have all the knowledge you need, and that's where we come in! We have planned, designed, and executed more than 1000 weddings, and we have contacts all over Colorado for many types of vendors. We can help you make the right decisions in the wedding planning process so that you have less stress through the planning process and don't make mistakes. Mistakes are the most expensive part of planning a wedding.  We help you to prevent them! 

Check out our Instagram feed for daily tips and advice about your new engagement! 

Tip #1: Now that you're engaged, you need to pick a season. That's the beginning of the process! It will guide you in picking a venue, style, and getting the ball rolling. It will also help you know how much time you have, we recommend 12-18 months of planning. Many venues and wedding planners book out that far, so you want to give yourself plenty of time to get going. Spring weddings can have rain, sometimes snow,  and the temperatures can be unpredictable. Summer weddings can be hot, with rain in the afternoons. Fall weddings are always lovely, but again, often unpredictable! Winter weddings are often cold and snowy! Think through how you want your wedding to feel - do you want the winter wonderland at the top of a mountain, or the summer afternoon on a lake ? 
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Tip #2: Start out by thinking big picture. Design the scope of your event as a whole. Don't worry about the details at this point.  Start coming up with an idea of a guest list and idea of a budget. Use all of your resources, sit down and chat with any financial contributors about what your options are. This way you have a better idea of what to expect when you start chatting with wedding planners, venues and various vendors. Your wedding is a project, and you need to know the scope of work so you can make the best decisions! 
Tip #3: The next step is to find a wedding planner that you connect with. Someone you feel comfortable with, and enjoy talking to is a good choice. Typical wedding planners have several options for packages from help on just the day of through full wedding planning. Figure out what you can afford based on the budget you have, and find a planner with a package that matches it. A good planner can help you through your venue search, to make sure your budget is not unbalanced and the needs of the project are met. Find the right person for you. Read reviews, check out portfolios, and make certain that they are experienced enough to handle your event. 
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    Lilli Black is a wedding coordinator, planner and designer in Denver Colorado. She works in Denver, as well as all over Colorado. She has been in the wedding industry for many years, and has planned more than 1000 weddings in Colorado. 

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