the journal

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Do I need a wedding planner? How much does a wedding planner cost? What does a wedding planner do? I answer these questions and more. A must read for any newly engaged couple!

A Comprehensive Guide to Hiring a Wedding Planner

January 24, 2023

Bride enters white wedding chapel.

“You should look like you on your wedding day. You are beautiful in your own skin.” Learn how to get that perfect wedding makeup with Evergreen Beauty owner, Lyssa!

How to Get Perfect Wedding Makeup

May 4, 2023

Do you dream of a destination wedding, but dread the idea of planning a cross continental wedding? Get a behind the scenes look to inspire you with a destination wedding in the Virginia Wine Region.

Roman Holiday: Destination Wedding in the Virginia Wine Region

March 28, 2023

Newlyweds in vintage black corvet driving into the sunset

Is every vineyard venue starting to blend together? Don’t worry! There is a venue for you. Read to find out my picks for the 5 best unique wedding venues in Virginia!

5 Unique Wedding Venues in Virginia

March 6, 2023

Stone manor house with a bridal couple embracing in the driveway

Must read for newly engaged couples! Your fairytale wedding awaits at The Estate at River Run. Read and see our tour and review of this RVA wedding venue!

Venue Tour and Review: The Estate at River Run

February 20, 2023

Brick estate surrounded by rolling hills and a circle drive.

Catch up with the ladies of Lemon Drop and see what we have going on, and what’s in store this year!

January in Review

February 6, 2023

Monogrammed L and D logo with lemon at the center

Take a tour of Hazy Mountain Vineyard and Brewery, and discover everything you need to know before you book Charlottesville’s latest wedding venue.

Hazy Mountain Vineyard and Brewery: A Wedding Venue Review and Tour

January 30, 2023

Lamppost in front of mountain view

Get all the info on two Virginia venues, Dover Hall and Early Mountain Vineyard. A must read for engaged couples looking for an exceptional venue!

Statement Venues: Dover Hall and Early Mountain Vineyard

January 17, 2023

For those newly engaged! Read up on the upcoming 2023 wedding trends! What’s in? What’s out? Your wedding, your rules.

The Anti-Trend: 2023 Wedding Trends

January 9, 2023

Are you planning to propose soon? Read this blog before you do to ensure a perfect proposal! A “how to” on proposing to that special someone!

How to Plan the Perfect Proposal

January 2, 2023