Category: Destination Weddings

DC Wedding and Event Planner | The Valentine Cuff Event at House of Jonlei Atelier

April 14, 2015

Last month I had the opportunity to host an event for celebrity designer and event planner, Diann Valentine, to showcase her signature bridal collection of The Valentine Cuff.  Diann Valentine is a visionary and a true trailblazer.  Her client list consists of a celebrated A-list such as Usher, Martin Lawrence, Tony Braxton, Lela Rochon, Boyz … More DC Wedding and Event Planner | The Valentine Cuff Event at House of Jonlei Atelier

Washington, DC Metro Area Wedding Planner | Valentine’s Day Weddings

February 4, 2015

What day of the year is more romantic than Valentine’s Day? In 2015 and 2016, Valentine’s Day falls over the weekend so we will be sure to see many weddings on The Feast of Saint Valentine. The Effects of Cupid’s Arrow: In preparation for Cupid’s arrow of love, The Alameda County, California Clerk’s office has … More Washington, DC Metro Area Wedding Planner | Valentine’s Day Weddings

DC Wedding Planner | Real Weddings by Perfect Planning Events | Anthony and David

January 23, 2015

“A Marbled Wedding in the City” was the theme and inspiration for the wedding of Anthony Sims and David Butler.  My first encounter with this vibrant couple was one that was of pure exhilaration!  David and Tony were both eager to embrace a new chapter in their life and wanted to celebrate it with their … More DC Wedding Planner | Real Weddings by Perfect Planning Events | Anthony and David

R.S.V.P Etiquette Series Part 2…6 Rules of Thumb as a WEDDING PROFESSIONAL

January 20, 2015

In part one of our three part series on R.S.V.P Etiquette, we discussed 10 rules of thumb as a Wedding Guest.  Today, we address the “6 Rules of Thumb as the Wedding Professional” – yes, wedding professionals have an obligation to R.S.V.P to their client(s). As Wedding Professionals, we are so engaged with performing our … More R.S.V.P Etiquette Series Part 2…6 Rules of Thumb as a WEDDING PROFESSIONAL

R.S.V.P Etiquette Series Part 1…10 Rules of Thumb as a Guest

January 5, 2015

Many of us receive formal invitations in the mail to attend weddings, formal celebrations, retirement banquets, galas, etc.  However, when we receive the invitation do we really pay close attention to whom the invitation is addressed to and all of the fine points?  If not, we need to slow down and pay close attention to the particulars … More R.S.V.P Etiquette Series Part 1…10 Rules of Thumb as a Guest

Real Weddings by Perfect Planning Events…Keenon & Lauren

December 30, 2014

It makes our heart do a dance when we have the opportunity to encounter wonderful couples such as Keenon and Lauren, now Mr. & Mrs. Keenon Vaughan.  Lauren, a busy career girl, reached out to us to help coordinate her special – the one in which she would be saying “I Do” to her love, … More Real Weddings by Perfect Planning Events…Keenon & Lauren

4 Tips to Ringing in the New Year and Saying “I Do”!

December 29, 2014

New Year’s Eve is such a great time of year. It’s the time of year full of renewed hopes, resolutions, and new beginnings. So, why not choose New Year’s Eve to get married? Starting a new year with your new companion surrounded by all of your loved ones and friends at a fabulous party – … More 4 Tips to Ringing in the New Year and Saying “I Do”!

Real Weddings by Perfect Planning Events…Charlie and Sarah

December 19, 2014

Marriage is sharing life with your best friend, enjoying the journey along the way and arriving at every destination together (author – Fawn Weaver).  This quote perfectly describes the connection between Charlie and Sarah.  Two beautiful souls that met each other at the perfect time in life, and as they grew to know each other … More Real Weddings by Perfect Planning Events…Charlie and Sarah

Tis the Season…4 Tips to Planning Holiday Weddings

December 15, 2014

The winter holiday season is a wonderful time of year. It’s so full of color, music, whimsy, and twinkling lights. It’s no wonder many couples chose to wed at this time of year. For many couples, the holidays are the perfect time to get married since family and friends are already gathered together – plus … More Tis the Season…4 Tips to Planning Holiday Weddings

Celebrating 10 Years of Excellence…Perfect Planning Events

December 7, 2014

Last month Perfect Planning Events celebrated a joyous milestone, our 10 Year Anniversary!  Our celebration included family, friends, clients, and wedding partners within the Washington, DC metro area and beyond. The occasion highlighted our years of bringing joy, happiness, and the moments of celebrating new beginnings with persons that at first are strangers but become … More Celebrating 10 Years of Excellence…Perfect Planning Events