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Wedding planning, Utah venues, and photo booth inspiration, one post at a time.
Photo Booth Ideas
Photo Booth Prop Ideas That Aren't Cheesy
Foam cowboy hats and plastic mustaches on a stick, we love you, but it is time to move on. Here is how to style a prop table that looks as good as the rest of your reception.
June 9, 2026 · 5 min read
Bridal Showers
Throwing a Bridal Shower Nobody Will Forget
The best showers feel less like a checklist of games and more like a beautiful afternoon with the people who love the bride most. Here is how to host one that guests talk about for months.
May 14, 2026 · 6 min read
Inspiration
Reception Decor Ideas Straight Off Pinterest
The saved pins are gorgeous, but which ones actually translate to a real reception? Here are the looks worth recreating and how to pull them off without blowing the budget.
April 22, 2026 · 6 min read
Venues
12 Utah Wedding Venues That Feel Like a Movie Set
From a French chateau at the mouth of a canyon to a castle beneath Mount Timpanogos, these are the Utah venues where the light, the architecture, and the mountains do half the work for you.
March 18, 2026 · 8 min read
Wedding Planning
How to Actually Plan Your Reception Timeline
A great reception runs on a timeline your guests never notice. Here is a realistic hour by hour flow, plus the buffer time and small details that keep the whole night feeling effortless.
February 20, 2026 · 7 min read
Trends
The Wedding Trends We're Actually Excited About
Minimalism is taking a back seat and color, drama, and real guest experiences are back. Here are the 2026 wedding trends worth paying attention to, from someone who spends every weekend at receptions.
January 15, 2026 · 6 min read