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Majority of my weddings will take place at a non-denominational venue, typically where the evening reception is also located. This is definitely more of a regional trend because I am from the Bible Belt and church ceremonies still have a strong presence in that part of the country. Here in Washington, only about five percent […]

When couples start building their bar menu, one of the most popular choices is beer and wine with the addition of signature cocktails. It gives your guests something elevated without the cost of a full bar, and it strikes that perfect balance between thoughtful hospitality and responsible budgeting. You still offer a cocktail experience, but […]

As we head into the winter months, this is one of the best times to regroup and get organized with your wedding plans. The slower season naturally lends itself to focus since vendors finally have breathing room after a busy summer, and you likely have a little more headspace too. After the holidays, I often […]

Locking In Your Dessert Vendor I consider dessert level 2 of planning. When you first start the planning process focus on the vendors that can only do one event a day. Once those are booked, we can start thinking about dessert! A good rule of thumb is to lock in your dessert 6-8 months out. […]

In 3 wedding seasons Prologue has helped a 100 couples go down the aisle! That is so many love stories to be apart of and girl do I have stories! 1.Your energy dictates the whole day 2. I find weddings, even more sentimental after my husband has had cancer because I’m viewing it through the […]

For some couples, having a wedding party feels like a non negotiable tradition. For others, it’s not part of the vision at all. In recent years, we’ve seen this tradition shift from being the automatic default to something couples weigh more carefully. The truth? The decision to have a wedding party shapes your day, from […]

AI is changing everything, from the way we write emails to how we plan weddings. And while it can be a helpful tool in the right context, it’s starting to creep into spaces where it’s setting people up for unrealistic beauty standards. Lately, I’ve noticed a growing trend: brides sending over inspiration boards filled with […]

Not only is a napkin a practical necessity for your guests, but it’s also a key design element in your tablescape. When choosing a napkin fold, it’s important to think about your style of dinner service. Will guests arrive to a plated salad already at their seats? Are you including printed menus? Will you have […]

The PNW can be a tricky one to plan for because the weather can be all over the place. Let’s be real: we can plan every last detail of a wedding: the flowers, the seating chart, the timeline down to the minute, but the one thing we can’t control? The weather. Here’s how to feel […]