Category Archives: ADVICE

South Dakota Wedding Advice – Red

As you prepare to paint the town red this weekend, we figured it would only be appropriate to give this color the credit it deserves.  Always a fan favorite, red is stylish and perfect for making a statement. Mix it up with these color combos sure to please: -All tones of deep red-not for the...

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South Dakota Wedding Advice – Green

Today we will make you green with envy.  A safe bet to add to almost any color scheme, green is great accent color for any wedding. -Green, orange & brown-Perfect fall pallet -Green, ivory & black-chic with a hint of youthfulness -Varied shades of green-natural and full of life Of course the bouquets always end...

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South Dakota Wedding Advice – Navy

Feeling blue (the color) for your wedding?  With all of the tones and variations of blue out there how does one ever decide?  Well if you ask us, we suggest navy. Navy goes great with any wedding year round depending on the pallet you choose.  You can also use navy instead of black or brown...

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South Dakota Wedding Advice – Pink

Welcome to day two of our color extravaganza.  Today we are tackling pink.  As if this color needed any introduction at all, pink may very well be one of the most common colors associated with weddings.  From soft blushes to hot look-at-me shades, pink is versatile.  There are a ton of tones and shades to...

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South Dakota Wedding Advice – Yellow

Welcome to the Week of Colors.  Each day this week, we will focus on a particular color to help you find the perfect combinations, flowers, accessories and more for your wedding! In case your Monday starts off rough, we hope the bright sunshine appeal of yellow will help perk you up.  Bold yellow is a...

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South Dakota Wedding Advice – Thank You Note Etiquette

Yes, we all love to receive gifts, and weddings are a perfect occasion for gift-giving, as friends and loved ones customarily honor the commitment of the newly betrothed by showering them with wedding gifts. As the happy couple, just remember to always feel privileged – not entitled. Approach thank-yous with as much thought and organization...

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South Dakota Wedding Advice – Wedding Floral

Aside from the bouquet you spring for each Mother’s Day, chances are you’re a novice when it comes to flowers. However, now you are a bride–to–be planning your dream wedding, and suddenly you must make decisions on bouquets, boutonnieres, reception centerpieces and ceremony arrangements. Overwhelming? We know! Fortunately, we are here to guide you through...

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South Dakota Wedding Advice – Cocktail Hour Etiquette

Along with all of the other details that go into making a great South Dakota wedding cocktail hour, there are also certain etiquette rules to follow.  The biggest thing to keep in mind is that guests should not have to pay for drinks at any point during the wedding; this means no cash bar.  Guests...

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South Dakota Wedding Advice – Cocktail Hour Décor

The cocktail hour of a wedding serves as an introduction to the reception.  It is important that the room is not only functional, but also looks like it belongs as part of the wedding. Tables & Chairs – When hosting a cocktail hour you want to encourage guests to move around and visit.  Although you...

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South Dakota Wedding Advice – Signature Drink

One way to make your cocktail hour more fun and meaningful is by creating a signature drink for the evening.  Beyond deciding which types of ingredients you would like to include, there are also a few other things to keep in mind. Season – Consider the time of year when selecting your wedding’s signature cocktail. ...

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