5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Marriage Article by: Rachel Cruze Marriage is one of the biggest decisions you’ll ever make, so the last thing you want to do is go in unprepared. Money is the number one issue couples fight about. In fact, Ramsey Solutions released a study that shows money … [Read more...]
Avoiding Wedding Stress
Avoiding Wedding Stress Article by: Aubrey Hanson When I was in high school babysat at a wedding for a family friend with some other girls my age. The wedding was large so people were running everywhere working to get every detail in order before the service. As everyone was getting seated the … [Read more...]
How To Incorporate Kids Into Your Wedding!
Kid Things Will little ones be part of your wedding party? Here’s what the experts suggest to keep things running smoothly By Carley Lintz, CTW Features We’ve all heard horror stories of flower girls throwing tantrums rather than petals or ring bearers having an accident in their suits. So, if … [Read more...]
Real Brazos Valley Love Stories: Perishia + Patrick
Perishia + Patrick Patrick and I both grew up singing in Gospel groups at various churches. One day, over 15 years ago, we met at this church called Bethlehem Baptist church in Roans Prairie, TX. He was smitten by my beauty, but at the time, I was focused on school and being a stellar athlete … [Read more...]
Real Brazos Valley Love Stories: Odessa + Trey
Odessa + Trey The Bride and Groom met while both attending Texas Tech University, Trey was an offensive lineman on the Texas Tech football team, Odessa was a student intern on the nutrition staff for the football team. Trey and Odessa met over omelets at a team breakfast before a football … [Read more...]
Gentleman’s Quarters
The Gentleman's Quarters Article + Photos by | Caitlin Curbello-Rodriguez Brides aren’t the only people who need to feel and look their best on their wedding day. Grooms and their entourage should be pampered, too! What better way to ready yourself for your ‘I dos” than a fresh haircut, straight … [Read more...]
Choosing Bridesmaid Dresses
Choosing Bridesmaid Dresses Article by | Erin Joyner of Wonderfully Wed ♥ Cover Photo by | Madalynn Young Photography I was thinking about one of my favorite lines from one of my favorite movies last night. From 27 Dresses... Bride: Aren't these dresses great? And the best thing about them, is … [Read more...]
Our Multicultural Wedding
Our Multicultural Wedding Article by: Laila Melissari Photos by: Lauren Melissari + Sarah Burns Photography “The beauty of love is that, you can fall into it with the most unexpected person at the most unexpected time.” -Rita Ghatourey Our love story began right here at Texas A&M … [Read more...]
For goodness sake, wear comfortable shoes!
For goodness sake, wear comfortable shoes! Article by Erin Joyner One of the craziest things I see as a wedding coordinator is women (mostly) who wear the most beautiful, AND the most uncomfortable shoes at a wedding. It’s not just the bride, it’s her bridesmaids, the mothers and many … [Read more...]
Every Season is Wedding Season
Every Season is Wedding Season Article By: Party Time Rentals Winter, spring, summer or fall – every season is wedding season, especially in Texas. Regardless of the time of year you choose for exchanging your vows and saying “I Do”, you’ll want to consider seasonality in making your wedding … [Read more...]
Sweets For Days
Sweets for Days Bakers of the Brazos Valley No matter what your taste buds crave, these local cake artists can create works of art to match your style! Sweets for Her Busha's Custom Cookies Cake Junkie Cakes By Blondie Sandee's … [Read more...]
Honeymoons Made Easy
Honeymoons Made Easy Article by Kelley Austin, Cruise Planners Photos provided by Kelly Austin Honeymoons often take a backseat to the arrangements and plans of the actual wedding, but you owe it to yourself to give honeymoon planning greater and more careful attention. After all, the wedding … [Read more...]
Ask Ashley & Co.
Ask Ashley & Co. Article by Ashley Sanders, Owner of Ashley & Co. We love how modern weddings have turned into such personalized events. Keep your personal interests and wedding etiquette in mind when detailing your special day and that will keep you right on track! These are several … [Read more...]
The ‘Social’ Guide for Brides and Grooms
How to set and enforce digital rules for your wedding By Kristen Fischer CTW Features Your wedding, your rules. But not everyone knows what you want – and don’t want – posted online. Want to set the social media boundaries firmly to ensure your big day goes off without a reveal … [Read more...]
Ask the Bride: Take Two
WE ASKED REAL BRAZOS VALLEY BRIDES FOR THEIR WORDS OF WISDOM, ADVICE AND GUIDANCE TO PASS ON TO BRIDES-TO-BE! CHECK OUT THESE REAL PEARLS OF WISDOM AND TIPS FROM BRIDES JUST LIKE YOU. Maricella Raiford – Wedding Date: March 3, 2016 During the wedding planning process, someone told me, … [Read more...]
