Give Yourself Enough Time to Snag Your Dream Dress There are dozens of articles out there hoping to help you with your wedding timeline. It’s overwhelming, we know. There are a few things to decide before really determining when you should buy your wedding dress: What is your budget? And do you know what you…
Pieces to Accompany Your Wedding Dress on Your Big Day The wedding dress is just one piece of what really brings together your whole bridal look. There are a variety of bridal accessories to consider adding to complete your look and add the polish that you’re looking for. What bridal accessories are available, and what…
Before you physically go into to shop for a wedding dress, you’ll probably do some browsing. That’s great! You’ll have an idea of the vision you want to portray on your wedding day ready to go for your stylist. But just HOW do you communicate what you’re looking for if you’re totally overwhelmed by words…
Are you looking for that perfect space to celebrate your union with the love of your life? Finding the perfect wedding event venue can be tough. There’s a budget that our savvy brides have to keep in mind, after all. If you’re looking for a unique space for your wedding, check out some of these…
Making a wedding budget is important. Make sure that you know what to set aside for your wedding dress budget so that you’ll be able to pull off your big day without breaking the bank.
How much do your friends love you? Those friends and wedding guests will spend $627.72 celebrating your wedding, according to a new survey from BankRate.com. That’s how much a close friend or family member pays between a bridal shower, bachelor or bachelorette party and wedding. Wedding party members can expect to shell out even more—$728.19…
If you’ve ever started planning a wedding and thought, “How am I ever going to manage this?” you’re not alone. Fortunately, wedding coordinators like Jillian Randall of JJ Productions exist to take the reins and advocate for you every step of the way. “Our biggest thing is we only take so many weddings a year,”…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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,…