Member Spotlight: Digital Sound Services
A wedding reception is often remembered by the moments that happen on the dance floor—the laughter, the celebration, and the songs that bring everyone together. For more than three decades, Digital Sound Services has been helping couples create those memories through personalized entertainment and exceptional customer service. Led by owner Ian Lade, the company is known for taking the time to understand each couple's vision and creating a reception experience that feels uniquely their own. Meet Ian Lade: The Music Behind the Celebration For over 32 years, Ian Lade has...
Color Palettes We’re Loving for Weddings Right Now
Color has a way of setting the tone for an entire wedding. It can influence everything from the flowers and linens to the bridal party attire, stationery, cake, and even the smallest details guests take home with them. Lately, we’ve been loving palettes that feel thoughtful and elevated without feeling overly coordinated. Soft, layered color combinations allow couples to create a cohesive look while still giving each detail room to stand on its own. Here are four color palettes inspiring us right now—and a few ideas for bringing each one...
Member Spotlight: Wanda’s Cake Decorating
Creating a wedding cake is about more than baking a beautiful dessert—it’s about designing a centerpiece that reflects a couple’s personality and celebration. For 50 years, Wanda's Cake Decorating has been helping couples bring their sweetest visions to life through custom-designed wedding cakes that are as unique as the love stories they represent. Based on decades of experience, creativity, and attention to detail, Wanda Lord-Steele continues to make wedding days, and all occasions, even more memorable, one cake at a time. Meet Wanda Lord-Steele: The Artist Behind the Cake For...
Questions to Ask Your Wedding Venue: Ceremony Spaces Checklist
Few wedding planning decisions have a bigger impact on your celebration than selecting the right venue. Beyond finding a space you love visually, it's important to understand how the venue functions on wedding day. Asking thoughtful questions during venue tours can help you compare options, avoid surprises later, and create a better experience for both you and your guests. Below are some of the most important ceremony-related questions couples should consider asking before signing a contract. Availability & Booking Before diving into logistics, start with the basics. Is our preferred wedding date...
Member Spotlight: Schilling Wedding Planning
Planning a wedding should be exciting, memorable, and enjoyable—not overwhelming. That's the philosophy behind Schilling Wedding Planning, where Founder and Director Macy Schilling helps couples navigate every detail of their celebration with expertise, creativity, and care. Based near Lucketts, Virginia, and serving couples throughout the DMV and destinations worldwide, Schilling Wedding Planning has spent the past eight years turning wedding dreams into reality. Meet Macy Schilling: Bringing Wedding Visions to Life As the Founder and Director of Schilling Wedding Planning, Macy Schilling has built her business around helping couples enjoy...
Member Spotlight: Walking Wind Farm & Florist
Flowers play a vital role in setting the tone for weddings and events, and no one understands them better than the grower. Based in Augusta, WV, Walking Wind Farm & Florist grows over 200 varieties of cut flowers, creating fresh bouquets and stunning large-scale floral designs for weddings and events. Since 2016, they’ve combined the beauty of locally grown blooms with an organic, natural design style that makes every celebration unforgettable. Meet Jessica Wysopal: The Heart Behind Walking Wind Farm & Florist Jessica Wysopal is the owner and lead designer...
Paws and Promises: How to Include Your Furry Friends in Your Big Day
Your wedding day is one of the most special days of your life—a celebration of love, joy, and the people who matter most. For many couples, that includes their beloved pets! Whether your furry friends are by your side as you say “I do” or honored through unique details, there are countless ways to make them part of your big day. From walking down the aisle to appearing on your wedding cake, here are creative and heartfelt ideas for incorporating pets into your wedding. [caption id="attachment_14499" align="aligncenter" width="1600"] Photo...
Member Spotlight: Artistic Concepts Group, Inc.
Lighting, sound, and production are the unseen forces that elevate an event from ordinary to truly extraordinary, shaping moments into lasting memories. That’s exactly what Artistic Concepts Group, Inc. (ACG) has been doing for nearly five decades. Based in Chantilly, VA, ACG is a full-service event production company specializing in lighting, A/V, theatrical design, and event rentals for weddings, corporate events, and special occasions. Meet Laura Keith Macario: The Vision Behind ACG With a background in music and drama, Laura Keith Macario, owner and president of ACG, found her way...
Your Biggest Wedding Planning Questions Answered by Experts
Planning a wedding is an exciting yet overwhelming process, and couples often have many questions about how to ensure a smooth and stress-free celebration. One of the biggest decisions you’ll make is whether to hire a wedding planner or a Day of Coordinator (DOC). To help clarify the details, we’ve compiled answers to some of the most frequently asked planning questions. 1. Do I Need a Day of Coordinator (DOC)? Absolutely! Many venues even require one. A DOC is essential for ensuring your wedding day runs seamlessly. They manage the...
Member Spotlight: Tip Top Tap Truck & Mobile Bars
When it comes to unforgettable wedding experiences, every detail counts—especially when it comes to the drinks. That’s where Tip Top Tap Truck & Mobile Bars steps in, offering couples a unique and stylish way to serve beverages that goes far beyond the traditional bar setup. Founded by Michael Stump, this mobile bar service is all about efficiency, creativity, and a little bit of unexpected fun, bringing hand-built tap trucks, interactive beverage experiences, and specialty décor to weddings and events across Virginia, Maryland, D.C., and beyond. Meet Michael Stump: The...