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Facebook Etiquette for the Newly Engaged

OMG… You’re Newly ENGAGED! Life feels like you’re dreaming, am I right? You’ve found your dream partner, said “YES” to your dream ring, and are pumped to get planning! Before you post all over your social media accounts, take a few moments to decide why you’re really posting that announcement. I’ve gathered a few tips…

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Choosing to have a First Look

You may be asking yourself: What exactly is a first look?   A first look is when couples chose to ditch the wedding tradition that states they will not see each other before the ceremony, and instead spend a few intimate moments seeing each other for the first time in a more controlled and often private…

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Five Items you HAVE to register for

Wedding planning gets crazy and everyone has their opinion on what you should and shouldn’t register for. As a brand new wifey, I realize it’s a pain trying to decide what you should and shouldn’t register for. These are my top five things I highly suggest you put on your registry! Big Ticket Item: A…

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Brookstom Creek hosts Rustic Charm in Buckley
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Brookstom Creek hosts Rustic Charm in Buckley

The Rustic Wedding of your Dreams is at Brookstom Creek Driving through Buckley, you’d never know Brookstom Creek is hidden away there; the town seems to pass in the blink of an eye. Brookstom Creek is a sweet little gem just off the beaten path, filled to the brim with Rustic Charm. Arriving at Brookstom…

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Winter Wedding Sparkles
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Winter Wedding Sparkle in 7 ways

Winter wedding sparkle can add extra magic. Something about the holidays always gets to me. Maybe it’s the snow, the decorations or just the general aura of the season, but it’s always a season of pure enchantment. Here are seven ways to make your winter wedding sparkle. Glittery branches This bundle was found at Folkart…

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8 Popular Wedding Trends for 2019
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8 Popular Wedding Trends for 2019

Congratulations! You’re newly engaged. With 2018 drawing to a close, it’s time to look for wedding inspiration and creative ideas used to personalize your 2019/2020 wedding day. Whether it’s food, drink, entertainment, decor or wardrobe, I’ve sought out 8 popular wedding trends that are sure to steal the spotlight for all the right reasons.   …

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Floral Hall: A Wedding Photographer’s Review
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Floral Hall: A Wedding Photographer’s Review

Floral Hall at Forest Park. Magic in the hills of Everett. Everett’s Floral Hall at Forest Park is one of those magical places that are super close by, but feel light years away. Nestled in the hills of Everett, Washington, this charming venue boasts beautiful greenery, a wishing well worthy of a Disney Princess and wagon…

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Glen Acres Golf and Country Club hosts Elegant Affairs
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Glen Acres Golf and Country Club hosts Elegant Affairs

Outdoor elegance at Glen Acres Golf and Country Club I was a golf captain in high school and yet it still surprises me anytime couples want to get married at a golf and country club. Glen Acres however, really surpassed my expectations for Nathan and Kendall’s Wedding. Nestled in the hills of West Seattle, this…

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Farm Fare and Floral hosts Dreamy Garden Weddings
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Farm Fare and Floral hosts Dreamy Garden Weddings

Imagine… you’ve been searching for months for that perfect, secret garden feel for your garden wedding. Each venue you’ve visited boasted gorgeous florals, expansive pristine lawns or some other feature you dreamed of. But none of them came close to giving you that “I just walked into a storybook garden” feel you were looking for….

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MV Skansonia Wedding Venue
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MV Skansonia: A Wedding Photographer’s Review

Romantic Rich History on the MV Skansonia Located near Fremont in Seattle, the MV Skansonia, lends a unique destination to your nautical wedding. The beautifully restored and retired ferry offers incredible views from the front and upper deck; you can clearly see the space needle on almost any given day. The views from the front deck…

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Traditional Wedding Timeline Samples

If you’re looking for a more traditional wedding timeline, and want to forgo the first look, you’re in the right place! Here at Wink Wedding Collective, we love both styles and have created sample timelines for each option. Below are our suggested timelines for wedding days that don’t have a first look included in the…

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Create a Sample Wedding Timeline with First Look
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Create a Sample Wedding Timeline with First Look

Now that you’ve figured out WHAT to include in your timeline, let’s make a sample wedding timeline with a first look! Our wedding packages are 6, 8, & 10 hours so I will use those as examples for the sample wedding timeline plans. The 3:30 pm Ceremony, 6 hour sample wedding timeline  With this 6 hour…

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