tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32564346491967525992009-12-22T22:08:23.905-05:00Introspect And Retrospect Into The World Of A Professional Wedding PlannerLinnyette Richardson-Hallhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04621392151875489929noreply@blogger.comBlogger181125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3256434649196752599.post-54220279082528079322009-12-14T23:44:00.002-05:002009-12-14T23:47:55.966-05:00

I'm happy to announce that my latest episode of "Whose Wedding Is It Anyway?" entitled "Bride vs. Groom" will air this coming Saturday, December 19th at 9 p.m. eastern on the Style Network. While I can't divulge anything regarding the show, I encourage all of you to tune in......it's definitely a wee bit "different" than what I normally dish out, but in true DIVA style - I make it do what it do!

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Over the past 17 years, I've seen wedding parties as small as zero and as large as 60 (yes....you read correctly - I didn't stutter!). The honor of being asked to participate as an attendant in someone's nuptials is a big deal and one that shouldn't be taken lightly. Unfortunately, there are a lot of people who really don't "get" what an awesome responsibility this is, both emotionally and

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That's what your wedding is about. You and your beloved should be celebrating this milestone moment with those people in your life who mean the most. Simply put - a wedding is about "celebration - not obligation".As a planner, I hear it all of the time. Guest lists that are crazy out of control because couples feel as if they MUST invite everyone in the known galaxy....the 4th cousin twice

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is the only word I can use to describe Ivanka Trump's wedding gown. A custom Vera Wang design, it's fashioned after the one Grace Kelly wore back in 1956 when she wed Prince Ranier of Monaco. With the beautiful jewels adorning her ears and wrist, that simply stunning bouquet AND the love of her life by her side....what more could a bride want?This is the look I think of when brides tell me they

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I couldn't resist that line from one of my absolutely favorite game shows, Family Feud :)However in this case, there's actually a survey being conducted and the researches from the University of Virginia need your help. Here are the details - if it sounds like something you'd like to participate in, contact the doctoral candidate, Christina Reitz-Krueger, directly.Engaged volunteers needed!I am

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Bridgette & JoeSeptember 18, 2009Yes - wedding planners (and their teams) get married too. When my assistant Bridgette asked me if I would do the honors of coordinating all of the festivities on the day of her wedding - I was tickled pink. And I said "yes"!! Along with TeamDIVA members Stephanie, Maia, Denise and Lisa, we set out to make sure Bridgette and her new husband had the best night ever.

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For all of my New Yorkers, Jersey peeps and Connecticut colleagues - I'm coming your way on October 19-20th! I am so honored to be asked to deliver one of the keynote presentations at the Maximize Your Brand Wedding Symposium hosted by Dawn Easter Events and Something Blue NY. Dawn & Karina have really pulled together a fab event - bringing industry powerhouses to New York for 2 days of intense

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I have the best clients. Truly. And I'd like you to meet them to see how their special day unfolds. DIVAStyle: Real Weddings is a new feature on Confessions - through my eyes and the lenses of some of the most talented photographers in the area, you'll get an opportunity to catch a glimpse of the brides and grooms TeamDIVA is honored to serve. Angela & TavonSeptember 12, 2009This wonderful

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If you are passionate about this field we call wedding planning, if you want to learn more about how to craft and manage a successful business, if you want to "up your ante" and really bring the game home - join me and a bunch of other like minded folks on November 14-15th here in Baltimore!!The Power CourseBurkshire Marriott Conference Center Hotel10 W. Burke AvenueTowson, MarylandRegistration

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Just me :) I've been "away" since May and with the falling of the leaves and the change in season, I've returned to my beloved "Confessions".I've gotten so many inquiries and emails from my readers asking "where are you" and "when are you going to start blogging again?". I thank all of you for keeping in touch with me and I'm going to answer your questions quite simply...I needed to take a break

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Just so you know - there's more than one of me in existence. My "clones" come in the form of the fabulous ladies (and gents) of TeamDIVA - these are the folks who help me bring all of the wonderful wedding and other celebrations we produce to life!Over the next few weeks, I'm going to be introducing my associates and assistants to all of you. It's a great chance for you to see the many faces of

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I cannot believe that we are showing episodes from Season 9! It seems just like yesterday that I got a call from the folks over at Style Network, saying that they wanted me to join the cast of this fabulous show!! That was season 2 and now look where we are!!!!For all of you who've been asking - your wish is being granted :) My newest episode will air tomorrow night (May 26th) at 8 p.m. EST on

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But I'm back now :) It's been so ultra hectic around these parts - and I admit to being a wee bit neglectful to all of my faithful blog readers. Will you accept my most sincerest apologies? However, I've got TONS of great information, insights, photos and a few "surprises" to share with you in the coming days and weeks - I hope you'll stay tuned!!!!

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(Select Event Rentals) (BBJ Linen)(BBJ Linen)(Gala Cloths)(Gala Cloths)(Select Event Rentals) (Select Event Rentals)I admit to being passionately fanatical about linen and tablecoverings - for me, they are one of the important elements to any great tablescape. So for the "I Do Brunch", I partnered with three of the finest companies on a local and nationwide basis to provide the elegant pieces of

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(Diamond Minor Design) (Diamond Minor Design) (Diamond Minor Design)(Momental Designs)(Momental Designs) (Momental Designs)(Momental Designs)(Carla David Design)(Carla David Design)(Carla David Design)I love the written word. There is something magical about gathering your thoughts, then transferring them with the sweep of a pen to paper. Words in all of their finery were truly on display at

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(Flowers By Gina D.)(Flowers By Gina D.) (Flowers By Gina D.) (Flowers By Gina D.)(Richardson's Flowers) (Richardson's Flowers) (Richardson's Flowers) (Wicked Willow) (Wicked Willow) (Wicked Willow) (Wicked Willow)(Crimson & Clover Designs) (Creative Custom Cardboxes) (Crimson & Clover Designs) (Crimson & Clover Designs) (Crimson & Clover Designs)Historic Savage Mill Manor was the perfect

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The first ever "I DO Brunch" For Wedding Planners was held this past Saturday, April 4th at the charming Savage Mill Manor in Howard County, Maryland. And judging from the wonderfully positive response I received from my guests - I can say that it was a success!!! Many, many heartfelt thanks go out to the lovely ladies who attended this new venture of mine, I really appreciate your support!I'm

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Finally - some professional images to share with you from last month's "Aisle Style" bridal event sponsored by Baltimore Magazine! "Glamour - The AfterPARTY" was the design vignette I was tasked with creating, so using the materials on hand at the hotel with a few other little "fripperies" thrown in - my team and I designed a luxurious, comfortable space for the happy couple and their posse to

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I can't help myself - this is so, so pretty, I have to share it!The uber-fabulous Kristy Rice of Momental Designs is graciously sharing her talents with us for the upcoming "I DO Brunch" next Saturday. I gave a design idea to a few collaborating "teams" and the results will be on display at the event. Kristy posted her inspirations to her blog today, and I was so thrilled with the result that I'm

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(acknowledgement menu - created by Diamond Minor Designs) (pillows with a personal touch of bling - the jeweled pins are out of my collection!)(this hotel pillow is normally burgundy chenille, but with a little bit of fabric - I gave it a new look!)(a sparkling monogrammed pin is a great way to inject a bit of you and your spouse into the surrounding decor!)(A luxurious "throw" to add panache

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If you are passionate about this field we call wedding planning, if you want to learn more about how to craft and manage a successful business, if you want to "up your ante" and really bring the game home - join me and a bunch of other like minded folks from June 6-7th here in Baltimore!!The Power CourseBurkshire Marriott Conference Center Hotel10 W. Burke AvenueTowson, MarylandRegistration

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As the "I DO Brunch" gets closer - our studio is starting to fill up with all of the trinkets and goodies we've assembled for our very special guests. Vendors on both the local and national level are bestowing the newest, coolest, prettiest, tastiest items in the wedding and special event upon the Brunch so that my colleagues are able to see and experience first hand some of the finest wares

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As I was perusing over some of the daily blog alerts I receive, there was one in particular that caught my eye. Florida-based photographer Kathryn Brown's latest blog entry was singing the praises of the professional wedding planner and how from her vantage point - on the other side of the lens - she sees the benefit to couples who make that choice.I may be biased, but I couldn't agree more.

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I wanted to share this post from my friend and fellow wedding planning colleague, Jeannie Ward of The Wedding Jeannie in Southern California. Normally, I would just provide a link so that you could read it - but I think this particular missive deserves a full blown print out. It's one more example of why wedding planners are NOT a luxury, but a wise and prudent investment into the success of your

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For those of you who are planning a wedding in the metro area, I invite you to come out on Sunday, March 22nd for Baltimore Magazine's Aisle Style Event. This truly elegant, truly luxurious gathering held at the Hilton Hotel will feature the top vendors and service providers in the greater metro region along with yummy hors d'ouevres, champagne by Moet-Chandon, entertainment, great giveaways and

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