The Journal is a collection of featured works, design inspiration, tips & advice, and so much more from Simply Charming Socials. From wedding venues to registry picks, our favorite planning secrets to the ultimate entertaining ideas, gift guides to photo galleries, we provide eye candy and a little light reading for the married-to-be's and newlyweds everywhere.
THE JOURNAL
is a collection of featured works,
design inspiration, tips & advice, and so much more from Simply Charming Socials
From the second that ring hits your finger, you’re likely showered with happiest wishes, questions, and, quite possibly, gifts. So, today we’re talking about how to build a Thoughtful Wedding Registry and all the other alternatives that you may or may not have yet discovered.
Read MoreLet's face it: Thank You Notes are an on-going task from the moment you get engaged. Receiving gifts from your wedding registry is thrilling, but it doesn't take much to get behind on giving thanks. Today we have some tips and tricks to help make writing your notes much more manageable.
Read MoreThe professionals that you hire to plan, design, and execute one of your most memorable celebrations can be thanked with warm note, raving review, and/or a monetary gift. Gratuity is always optional, but so appreciated. We’ve broken down the protocol for who, when, what to tip and grouped the vendors into two categories: Expected (common and customary) v. Welcomed (not expected, but appreciated).
Read MoreCommunicating with guests in a time of such uncertainty is so key, so that means swift and clear messaging. Depending on the time frame, you can utilize digital or snail mail communication. With the ever-changing nature of the pandemic. staying on top of the news and keeping your guests informed should be as seamless as possible.
Read MoreThroughout the wedding planning process, there are several must-attend meetings that you do not want to leave off the calendar. From dress fittings to tastings, some things are just better done in person. Whether you make a weekend of it or spread these tasks out over the course of a year, we give you the key appointments you can expect during your engagement.
Read MoreWedding registries are all part of the fun for engaged couples, but creating one can feel daunting at times. We have guided couples through building the perfect registry list and how to avoid the clutter. Curation is key here, so we give you our best tips on how to build your wedding registry.
Read MoreWhether you’re hoping for an intimate elopement with twenty guests or a big bash with 500 wedding guests, compiling your guest list is one of the first steps in the wedding planning process. There is an art and a science to it all. Here are some tips for compiling your guest list.
Read MoreAt the beginning of the planning process with our clients, we start by sending a Getting Started email, giving them a list of where to begin. One of our favorite tasks to tackle is the wedding website. It can seem daunting for couples and we find that there are so many assumptions made on how it should be done. We’re going to do a little wedding website myth-busting and offer you some tips on how to make this a smooth and fun process.
Read MoreDo you imagine a breezy autumn day, a sunshine-filled summer fete, a gorgeous garden wedding in the peak of spring, or a cozy winter affair? We lay out a few factors you should consider when determining the perfect wedding season for you and your spouse-to-be.
Read MoreAtlanta Wedding Planner Kristine Cholakian Cooke frequently offers expert wedding tips on go-to resource BRIDES magazine.
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