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5 Things to Discuss Before You Get Married

If there’s one thing you should know about SouthWind Events, it’s that we care about marriage – healthy, successful, long-term marriage. Yes, the wedding is a beautiful experience where we celebrate the joining of two lives, but it’s just one day. The marriage, however, is expected to be “until death separates” you. As such, we believe that more effort should be… Read More »5 Things to Discuss Before You Get Married

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History of the Wedding Cake

The History In 1840, Queen Victoria (the great-great-great grandmother of Prince William and Harry) married Prince Albert.  Their wedding featured the first modern, and extravagant, wedding cake. It was a large tiered cake with white icing, measured nine feet in circumference and weighed nearly 300 pounds!!  But the history of the wedding cake goes beyond the royal family. The origin of… Read More »History of the Wedding Cake

History of the Bridal Bouquet

The History Women love flowers.  They love to receive them as a gift, to decorate their home or even to wear them, but there’s nothing more special for many than to carry a bouquet of flowers on her wedding day.   A bride’s bouquet is an integral part of her wedding day “look.”  Whether the wedding itself is a lavish, opulent… Read More »History of the Bridal Bouquet

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Your Wedding Day Look: How’s the View From the Back?

Just before couples prepare to walk down the aisle, they will often take a moment to face themselves in the mirror, making sure they look their best and reflecting on the new phase of life they are about to enter.  However, you need looking beyond what you see facing forward.  As you prepare to said I Do, consider your wedding… Read More »Your Wedding Day Look: How’s the View From the Back?

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Flower Girl 101

Flower Girl Questions Do I need a flower girl in my ceremony? No, you do not need a flower girl or flower child as part of your wedding ceremony.  While flower children can add a great cute factor, but they aren’t necessary.  So feel free to do away with tradition if you’re not interested or don’t have a young person… Read More »Flower Girl 101

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Lavender and Silver, Laughter and Love | Odyssey Country Club | Ciara and Thomas

Now that I’ve finally started this blog, I get to share some of our amazing weddings. Ciara first contacted us about planning her wedding in January 2018. The months we spent with her walking through the planning process were so much fun! In fact, some of our wedding planning meetings turned into a watch party for The Voice because we… Read More »Lavender and Silver, Laughter and Love | Odyssey Country Club | Ciara and Thomas

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Wedding Rehearsals – The Real Deal

Introduction After months, or years, of planning, it’s finally the week of your big day!  All the vendors are paid and you’re counting down the hours.   One of the last major milestones is the wedding rehearsal.  So let’s address a few myths and make some things clear about this wedding related event. First things first.  Not everyone has be there. … Read More »Wedding Rehearsals – The Real Deal

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Why Wedding Vendor Discounts Should Be Cancelled

Introduction Wedding vendor discounts …let’s talk about it!   Everyone loves to save money.  We all want a good deal. A bargain. The best value. However, value is relative and comes in a lot of forms. What we offer our clients is a value because the service is impeccable. We provide a full client experience, not just a service for a… Read More »Why Wedding Vendor Discounts Should Be Cancelled