Expect the unexpected. The adage could be the motto of Tess and Marc McWilliams’ relationship, from their initial meeting to their engagement to their wedding. The pair first met four years ago on a very blind date arranged by mutual friends—neither had any idea they were being set up, and Tess did not take it…
A flair with florals runs in the family for Marydee and Ferrell Richardson, the mother-daughter duo behind The Cottage Rose. The Crossroads-based boutique floral and event design studio creates stunning arrangements for weddings and other events as well as full-service planning and day-of coordination. We talked to Ferrell, co-owner and creative director, about how she…
Jeanette Glaze and John Coleman’s road to the altar started unconventionally—with a concussion. The pair met the weekend they moved into college at the University of Missouri – Kansas City 10 years ago and had been dating since their freshman year. Then over Labor Day weekend 2016, John hatched a plan to propose: He would…
When you know, you know. Karlie Aiken had that feeling when she met her now husband, Alan, through a mutual friend. They got together for lunch, then dinner the next night, where they sat talking for five hours. “We were pretty much together every day from there on out.” Both knew what they were looking…
Savvy Bridal had the pleasure of hosting Thursday Therapy this month. Thursday Therapy is a monthly gathering for wedding professionals. Wedding vendors come together to create a night of networking and fun for other wedding vendors around the city. Delicious food and cocktails were provided, along with a photo booth. Before the event began, we…
We see brides from around the Midwest searching for their dream dress in Kansas City—and with boutiques like ours, it’s easy to see why! If you’re joining us from outside of Kansas City for a daytrip or shopping-focused weekend getaway, we have a few pointers. Do your research. Having an idea of what you do…
Tiffany and Ryan Todd’s wedding was a family affair, just like their love story. The pair met working for 90.9 The Bridge’s promotion team in college and found themselves going to five or six concerts together each week. Their friendship grew into a relationship, and after a year they found out a beautiful daughter, Maxine,…
Ask any guest what they enjoy most about going to weddings and you’re bound to get a few stock answers: celebrating with loved ones, dancing, cake…and an open bar. While no one is likely to raise complaint about busting a move or tucking into dessert, bar etiquette can get tricky. That’s why we’re breaking down…
A few weeks ago we spent a gorgeous Saturday afternoon with some amazing Kansas City wedding vendors. Tobacco Farm event space has just recently opened up its doors and we thought it would be the perfect place for a rustic styled shoot to show case the beautiful event space and very talented wedding vendors. This…
Lauren and Hank Roberts’ love story gets an A+ from us. The pair met while going through training at the Oklahoma school where they had both recently been hired as teachers. They were seeing other people at the time, but Lauren and Hank became best friends—and when they were finally both single, they took the…
Team Savvy took Las Vegas by storm August 26 thru August 28 to see all the latest in bridal fashion at the The Knot Couture Show Bridal Market. All of the hottest bridal designers were represented at Market, and Savvy Bridal got the first look! What Really Happens at Market? Bridal Market is a multiday…
When planning your big day, the venue sets the stage for everything — the style, the vibe, and the unforgettable memories. If you’re getting married in the Midwest, you’re in luck: there’s no shortage of unique Kansas City wedding venues that combine character, charm, and one-of-a-kind backdrops. Whether you’re dreaming of vintage elegance, rustic charm,…
When Madison and Manuel Fichtl tied the knot this summer, it was an international affair. Madison, originally from Nebraska, wed Manuel in his native Germany. But before their wedding came the pair’s continent-spanning love story. Manuel was working in Milwaukee when he met Madison at a bar. She liked his accent, while he liked that…
Wedding planning? There’s an app for that—in fact, there a quite a few digital ways to take the stress out of keeping track of your vendors, creating your registry and finding an invite that’s as unique as your relationship. Check out a few of our favorites: Wedding Wire. This website and app offers so many…
If it feels like you’re making a million decisions in the lead up to saying, “I do,” you’re not alone. Along every step of the wedding planning process, couples are faced with a barrage of questions—so many, in fact, that it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and agree to things you ultimately wish you hadn’t. Here,…