I initially joined Lindsay and Dee's Wedding as their Day-of Coordinator to ensure it all went as seamless as possible for them. As many times in the wedding planning process, obstacles arose and they need some extra support putting together the look and feel for a space they felt didn't completely represent them. I was thrilled to take their floral theme into The Essex Room and reflect their spirit from floor to ceiling.

We literally brought floral crowns from their heads up to the chandeliers and filled the room with bud vases and candles to create a romantic garden ambiance. It was truly such a pleasure to work with them and it was a fantastic night captured so beautifully by Addie Roberge Photography! Enjoy!

So it's clear we are in the business of entertaining and planning amazing celebrations. But sometimes when it comes to hosting our own parties with friends and family, we like to just go simple and keep the budget low. Not to mention, they are usually put together quickly because of our crazy schedules! 

For all you other "we meant well" hosts/hostesses, with little time and budget, here are some quick things you can do to turn your household items into custom Halloween decor (and back again). 

We are going to let this video speak for itself. Nothing but magic on this special night in Rhode Island. Thank you Last Take Films!

Whether you are one of those people who has been planning your wedding since you were a child or you never thought about it until all of the sudden you're engaged, these 3 tips can help get you on the right path to take the first steps to plan your special day before you even look at a venue.

Each couple has a different dynamic and we see couples of all varieties. Sometimes it's a partnership and they work together to plan the day. Sometimes the bride takes the lead and just tells the groom where to show up, sometimes vice versa! No matter what, talk it through with your partner. What are their expectations for the process and what's important to them? It's also a great communication exercise to prepare you for that adventure of marriage that comes after the wedding :)

Here are some question to help get you started:

• What three elements of the day are most important to YOU? When you look back on the day, what do you want to remember most? (Maybe photos, or music, or food?)
• What three words do you want YOUR GUESTS to use to describe your wedding at the end of the night? 

The topic no one wants to talk about is really one of the most important pieces. You can't start looking a venues until you decide how much you have or are willing to spend on your wedding. Not only how much is an important decision, but where is the money coming from? Is family contributing? Are you doing it on your own? This will help give you some perspective on what your options are. 
**Tip, if you aren't sure how much you want to spend, I like to compare it to the "$" symbols that OpenTable uses to describe restaurants. How do you want people to rate your wedding as if it was an OpenTable listing? 

$ - $100 - $300 / person
$$ - $300 - $600 / person
$$$ - $600 - 900 / person
$$$$ - $900+ / person
***the per person cost encompasses your whole budget divided by how many people - not just f&b

This is a key piece. Thinking about who you want there can be a big driver in location. If you're thinking about a destination wedding, but would never get married without your grandma who is too old to fly, this may put that into perspective. Guest count also will help frame your venue search, budget, and overall vibe of your wedding. A 50 person wedding is very different than a 200 person wedding, and where you think you'll fall is important.