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Wedding Weekend Do’s and Don’ts

It’s no secret to our Special Moments Event Planning team that a wedding weekend is hugely popular. We see plenty of them, and not just for Tampa Bay destination weddings. This week, our blog will explore fun ideas, myths, and trends about welcoming wedding guests.   Wedding Weekend Guests attending Tampa Bay Area weddings often…

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How To Stop Time On Your Wedding Day

One of the biggest comments our Special Moments Event Planning team hears from couples after their wedding is how quickly the day goes by. We understand that comment. The truth is that many of our couples have spent months planning their wedding day, and it’s over in a flash. Today’s blog post offers suggestions on…

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bride and groom at thier oputdoor wedding

Nice Day For a June Wedding?

Yes, we know it’s November, and our Special Moments Event Planning team is in the middle of one of our busiest seasons. Our last blog post talked about wedding traditions. This week, we wanted to go one step further and discuss the history of June weddings.  The tradition of June weddings dates back thousands of…

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Wedding Traditions and Customs Unraveled

Our Special Moments Event Planning team knows all too well that weddings are full of traditions. Some things we do are driven ‘just because,’ while others are based on our family’s ethnic and cultural customs. We know that unless you are a total wedding geek – lots of hands raised in our office – you…

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Florida Destination Wedding Treats!

Our Special Moments Event Planning team works with many couples planning Florida destination weddings. Even those local couples have wedding guests traveling in from across the country and around the world. We’ve got a lot of experience showcasing fun local items for welcome bags, wedding favors, and sweet treats that showcase Florda-themed and regional products.…

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Bride and groom at The Howey Mansion.

Jordan and Tyler’s Wedding At The Howey Mansion

You’ll find the Howey Mansion in Central Florida in Howey-in-the-Hills. The 1920s Mediterranean Revival-style mansion created the perfect backdrop for Jordan and Tyler’s wedding.     All About The Details The day started with onsite hair and makeup services for Jordan and the ladies while Tyler and the guys chilled in one of the Howey…

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A traditional Jewish wedding ceremony at the Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach.

8 Incredible Wedding Ceremony Readings

It’s Friday, October 11th, and it’s been a week like no other. Our Special Moments Event Planning team is safe and putting together all the pieces – personal and professional. We had this blog post tucked away for the future, but this week seemed the perfect week to share it.   Love, Love, Love This…

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Bride and groom at the Opal Sands Resort

Lauren and Mike’s Opal Sands Wedding

If you knew nothing else about Lauren and Mike’s Opal Sands wedding except for this photo, you’d know a lot.     This sweet, fun couple has surrounded themselves with loving family and incredible friends who always enjoy a good time! The details of their day are thoughtful, heartfelt, and beautiful. We love the soft…

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Bride and groom inside of Holy Trinty Orthodox Church in Clearwater.

Kali and Zach’s Incredible Sand Key Wedding!

Every couple and every wedding is unique. It’s infused with their personalities and sense of humor. For Kali and Zach’s Sand Key wedding, that might be the understatement of the year. You see, Kali is a writer and performer with her own one woman show. Need we say more?     Rumor is that Kali…

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A beautiful sea foam green seating chart for a beach wedding

The A, B, C’s of Wedding Seating Charts!

In our previous Special Moments Event Planning blog post, we discussed Everything You Need To Know About Escort Cards and Place Cards! We touched on a great deal of information to help you gather the information you need to create a seating plan for your wedding guests. However, sometimes couples create a decorative Seating Chart…

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Everything You Need To Know About Escort Cards and Place Cards!

Every few years, our Special Moments Event Planning team creates a blog post about the do’s and don’t of escort cards, place cards, and seating charts. Too often, couples and their families struggle with how these simple pieces of paper affect how smoothly their guests can find their seats at the wedding reception. So, here…

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Bride and groom on the rooftop deck at BluVuat the Westin Tampa Bay.

Briana and Alex’s Westin Tampa Bay BlueVu Wedding

BluVu at the Westin Tampa Bay, with its views of the shimmering water and blue skies, provided incredible backdrops for Briana and Alex’s wedding. Our Special Moments Event Planning team was so excited to provide Wedding Day Management services for their fabulous day!     Let’s Get This Party Started! The day began early for…

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