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During the first few weeks of your engagement, it’s as if you’re in a sweet, clueless bubble. Everything is new and exciting, and the possibilities are endless! But then you realize, the possibilities literally are endless, and that is quite an overwhelming thought! At Wedgewood Weddings, we...
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Weddings are expensive. In fact, they are one of the biggest single expenditures you are likely to make, second only to buying a house! Until you’ve planned your own wedding, it can be hard to understand why someone would spend so much money “on just one day”. However, we find that couples rarely...
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It’s finally happened! You and your sweetheart have decided to tie the knot. Wedding planning can be the most fun or most stressful thing you can partake in and knowing where to begin is a little off-putting for some couples. Before you start shopping for anything start your wedding planning with a...
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Is your big day around the corner? Perhaps you aren't the bride or groom this time, but a close friend or family member is getting married. You want to look perfect for the wedding season. Apart from finding the perfect dress and haircut, your smile should be a priority. It'll ensure you look...
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Few things are more beautiful than a bride who is radiantly happy on her wedding day. But, if you are someone who wears eyeglasses, you may be wondering whether your look will be good enough to get the photographer to snap that perfect shot. It's not uncommon for brides to wear eyeglasses on their...
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Couples want their wedding day to be a fantastic occasion, and everything from the guest list to their theme is carefully decided. One item in particular that they decide on is their color palette. Your chosen colors influence the atmosphere and set the tone of your wedding. They also help you...
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Vibrant fall hues, golden leaves, pumpkin centerpieces, metallic accents, and modern architecture all come together to create this stunner of a wedding at our beautiful New England venue, Granite Rose. This fall-themed wedding is both festive and elegant thanks to the careful styling and strategic...
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What do you envision when you imagine a romantic celebration of love in the woods alongside a babbling creek? Chances are it'll look something like this beautiful wedding at Boulder Creek by Wedgewood Weddings. Join us for a virtual tour of Katie and Robert's wedding story . . . ***
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Our team loves everything about weddings, and we truly could not be more excited for you and your spouse-to-be. If you've started the planning process and skimmed a few Pinterest boards or bridal magazine checklists, you might feel like this whole wedding planning thing is no big deal. You're an...
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While we're busy hosting stunning events at our newest Arizona venue, Secret Garden, we want to take a moment to look back on this stunning wedding story from 2020 to showcase how beautiful this venue truly is. Let's take a look . . .
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A favorite event among many Wedgewood Weddings team members is the Culinary Clash competition where professional kitchen teams show off their skills. In August 2021, the tasty battle returned, pairing restaurant teams with teen sous chefs to create a uniquely fantastic sandwich. The challenge...
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Meet Enyo and Etienne who tied the knot this spring at Palm Valley in Goodyear, AZ. These love birds were an absolute joy to work with every step of the way. We love how they intertwined elements of their faith and heritage and wrapped it all together with a stunning color palette of dusty blues,...
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The bridal shower is an exciting time to set wedding planning aside for the day and focus on the fun stuff—you and the people you love! Bridal shower games are a fun and easy way to celebrate the happy couple and help your friends and family get to know one another. Check out this guide to our...
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Every couple wants to feel happy and confident on their wedding day. For most, that starts with the building blocks of health like sleep, nutrition, and exercise. Whatever your fitness goals, a healthy movement routine and a nutritional diet are essential to help you feel your best mentally and...
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You can hear the wedding bells by just looking at pictures of the Chapel of Our Lady. This historic chapel is a true reflection of beauty and elegance. There is plenty of room for 200 guests in the chapel, which boasts dramatic exposed beams and massive vaulted ceilings. Since 1864, the building...
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Smart couples choose all-inclusive wedding packages for the ultimate one-stop-shop experience. Say goodbye to endless vendor meetings and hello to endless margaritas by the pool. With everything from the venue to the grub, decorations, and even your wedding snaps included, you can sit back, relax...
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I always imagined that choosing my wedding venue would be long-winded and rational. We’d explore half a dozen venues, compare pros and cons, and spend weeks choosing the perfect one. Fast forward to today, I’m happy to say that choosing our wedding venue was one of the easiest decisions we’ve ever...
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Within every acre of this National Park and every detail of the Presidio venues', the history is rich and extraordinary, offering a unique experience for every event. The endless period details will give your event extra personality in this 1940s-era clubhouse—sitting upon rolling greens alongside...
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What's more delightful than a day to celebrate moms!? Mother's Day is a fun holiday honoring the family matriarch – more informally known as Mom! You're probably familiar with similar holidays honoring family members, such as Father's Day, Siblings Day, and Grandparents Day. Like everything great,...
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The breathtaking Presidio Chapel sits atop a forested hillside that offers spectacular views of the San Francisco Bay. The Spanish Colonial Revival architecture is complete with a private tiled patio with surrounding trees. The front of the chapel boasts extravagant steps leading up to the grand...
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Say hello to Katie and Josh who tied the knot at the Carlsbad Windmill in February 2021! This joyful couple's wedding was absolutely gorgeous, and we loved every part of their big day, alongside their beaming family and friends.
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Getting married in Las Vegas has been an exciting tradition that couples nationwide have celebrated for decades. From the traditional wedding experience to the Little White Church, complete with Elvis as the Officiant, Las Vegas is sure to be a destination wedding to remember. What if you want the...
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Your color palette plays a key role in setting the tone for your entire wedding. It can express your personality and communicate your unique love story. Now, neutral palettes are classic for a reason, but bringing out the color? That's a sure way to make your big day stand out. So if you're mulling...
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Ready to book your wedding venue? What an exciting milestone! We have lots and lots of stunning venues from coast to coast in every style and budget. Here’s what to expect when you book with Wedgewood Weddings
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It’s been said that planning your wedding is exciting, magical ... and a lot of work. But thankfully, we cut out a lot of the work for you and help you focus on a fun and simple planning process. When it's time to visit the venues that you and your significant other have narrowed down, there are...
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A same-sex wedding is just like anyone else’s: full of love and joy, with maybe a heartfelt tear or two! We regularly host LGBTQ+ weddings at our gorgeous event venues and absolutely love them. Every wedding is a chance to form close bonds with a couple and help transform their wedding ideas into a...
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According to Brides.com, the average couple spends 15% of their budget on photography and videography—that's a pretty decent chunk! After all, your wedding photos are one of the few tangibles from your wedding day for the rest of your lives. Naturally, you'll want to make sure you have a great...
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For a small piece of paper, there are surprisingly a lot of details to master when designing, creating, and sending out your invitations. The good news is, while there's certainly a traditional way of preparing invitations, there's definitely no right or wrong way to go about it. Whether you want...
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If you're considering having your destination wedding in Phoenix, Arizona, here are six advantages you want to consider:
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Inviting the charming venues of San Francisco's Presidio Park into the Wedgewood Weddings family is worthy of celebration every day. Featuring a stunning natural preserve, incredible views of the bay and the Golden Gate Bridge, and numerous historic buildings, Wedgewood Weddings at The Presidio is...
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You need to have the power to read other people's minds to know your partner's thoughts. People are different, and sometimes you meet a person whose love language is different from yours. Maybe they don't say 'I love you' in the same way you do, but that doesn't mean they don't feel it. Knowing a...
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Your wedding day is one of the most special days of your life, and it's a day you will remember forever. After all, this is the day when the love and commitment you share with your partner, your promises to each other, the laughter, tears, love, and celebration will be captured in photographs and...
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Your wedding is almost here! You're probably excited, nervous, and a bit overwhelmed... to sum it up, you're just feeling all of the feelings right now, and that's completely normal! A wedding is a beautiful ceremony for couples to vow their love and commitment to each other. With so much...
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Zach and Bailey are a unique couple, and we loved supporting their love story! Engaged for five years, they decide taking their time would help them enjoy every moment of their wedding adventure more. This detail-oriented couple invited their closest family and friends to celebrate their beautiful...
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Planning a wedding isn't easy, which is why we've built a business dedicated to stress-free weddings and special events. Whether you choose a Wedgewood Weddings venue or not, we highly recommend that you find a wedding professional to have in your corner. No matter how organized or thoughtful you...
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The Secret Garden in Arizona is one of our most-loved historic wedding venues, one that has been meticulously preserved and restored. This means that we hold on to those great historic features, while making sure our facilities are modern and up to date. The Secret Garden: A Historic Spanish...
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Today the Presidio Trust and Wedgewood Weddings & Events announce a new master leasing partnership for the operations of several of the Presidio of San Francisco’s iconic venues; the Golden Gate Club, the Chapel of Our Lady and the Log Cabin in Northern CA. Wedgewood Weddings & Events will lease...
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Valentine's Day (and every day) is the ideal time to show your loved one how much you care. While flowers, chocolates, and dinner dates are always great, why not switch things up with more unusual -- but just as romantic -- ideas?
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When you plan your wedding, do you see yourself getting married locally or traveling? We offer all-inclusive packages at venues nationwide, allowing destination weddings to be simple to prepare and realistic to achieve–this was the case for Autumn & Jordan's stunning winter wedding in New Hampshire.
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We’re so thrilled to announce our newest venue Hofmann Ranch by Wedgewood Weddings in Castroville, Texas! This venue expands us into our seventh state, so we're excited to start hosting incredible country weddings in this new area.
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Winning always feels good and that's why we're sharing our latest news: Stonetree Estate by Wedgewood Weddings has received an Honor Award in the Independent Journal's Readers' Choice 2021 Awards Contest. Local residents voted for the best wedding venues in the area, and we're thrilled that they...
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Most people start thinking about their wedding well before they get engaged. With all the bridal magazines, Pinterest posts, and weddings on TV, it’s only natural to start picturing your own wedding day. That’s why when our wedding planners meet with newly engaged couples, they usually already hear...
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Receptions are on the rise! First comes love, then comes marriage - much like first comes the ceremony, then comes the reception. Although this is the traditional order, it is becoming increasingly popular to host reception-only celebrations. We're here to help guide you towards a spectacular...
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We've got eight great reasons why rustic weddings are here to stay! When it comes to wedding style, looks and themes, rustic weddings are a classic choice that will never go out of style. With their natural beauty and relaxed atmosphere, rustic weddings are the perfect way to celebrate your love...
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Galway Downs is a fantastic venue for couples looking for an unforgettable wedding experience. With its exceptional amenities, modern architecture, and spellbinding views. Galway Downs is nestled among the rolling hills of wine country and features breathtaking views of Temecula, the Sierra Nevada...
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When it comes to wedding planning, there can be a rollercoaster of emotions. Mainly eagerness and joy sprinkled with nerves. Joshua and Adora experienced all of these feelings and more while planning their beautiful mountainside wedding. They managed to coordinate their destination celebration at ...
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Fall and love were clearly in the air for Jocelyn and Gregory, who tied the knot in October of 2020. Surrounded by orange and yellow leaves along with their closest friends and family, the happy couple celebrated their ceremony at Stonetree Estate by Wedgewood Weddings. Although their original...
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Following our well-received renovation at Sequoia Mansion by Wedgewood Weddings, we’re continuing our hard work matching Wedgewood Weddings style to couples' evolving needs.
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Perched above Saddleback Valley and adjacent to a luxurious golf course, Aliso Viejo by Wedgewood Weddings is the serene wedding venue you’ve been looking for, without straying too far from the center of Orange County. Aliso Viejo by Wedgewood Weddings offers inspiring views from its outdoor...
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We're excited to announce the introduction of a new term in the wedding lexicon: 'Nearlywed.' This innovative concept adds an extra layer of joy and anticipation to the journey of love, marking the transition from engaged couples to blissful newlyweds.
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The wedding story of Aaron and Lynnea is full of twists, turns and surprises, but the best surprise of all was announced during the wedding reception (spoiler alert!). These two love birds brought a blizzard of love and energy to this event from the moment they walked in the door. We loved working...
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Your honeymoon will be one of many incredible trips you take with your future spouse. It should kick off your married life in the happiest way possible, which is why so many couples decide to go glamping.
