From Wedding Planner, Danielle Pasternak
Wedding planning tips, resources, and inspiration
Wedding Management or Signature Coordination: Which is best for you?
While there a few different ways you can work with me, the two most common options are Wedding Management and Signature Coordination. Since planning services aren’t quite as obvious as other vendor categories, I’ve broken down some ways to determine which might be the better fit for you.
Carolyn and Nick’s Simple and Fun Penn Museum Wedding
Carolyn and Nick’s wedding took place in early June 2022 at the Penn Museum in Philadelphia, PA. During our first walkthrough of the space, I think I said, “THIS SPACE IS SO COOL!” about a hundred times — because it totally is.
What’s the best month to get married in Philadelphia?
Not sure which month you should get married in Philadelphia? There’s no right or wrong, but there are several factors to consider when making your decision.
Jillian and Tom’s Stone Meadow Gardens Wedding
Jillian and Tom’s Stone Meadow Gardens wedding took place on one of the most perfect Summer days with what felt like the most perfect combination of wedding pros.
Wedding Boom of 2022: What it Means for You
According to The Wedding Report, 2022 is projected to have 2.6 million weddings take place – a number that hasn’t been seen since 1984.
And while it’s AMAZING to see such an exciting return to weddings, this sudden increase – particularly after some incredibly difficult years – is having some major repercussions that you should be aware of.
Pros and Cons of a Sweetheart Table
You’ve put a lot of thought into where your guests will sit at your wedding reception — but what about where you and your partner will sit? A common question couples with a seated reception ask is, “Should we do a Sweetheart Table?”
There are certainly pros and cons to doing a Sweetheart Table, but what it comes down to is what feels best for you two.
Cheyney and Ryan’s Winter Union Trust Wedding
This gorgeous, winter Union Trust wedding had a heartfelt and deep-rooted ceremony followed by an epic dance party.
Meet “Betty”, the Emergency Kit Bag for Wedding Planners – plus a free download
For a wedding planner, being prepared means having a well-stocked emergency kit with anything you might need. And it is so important to your wedding day running smoothly that the emergency kit becomes a vital part of the team.
Ange and Seamus’s Overbrook Golf Club Wedding
Ange and Seamus’s Overbrook Golf Club wedding was the last one of our 2021 season and I don’t think we could’ve ended on a better note. After not one, but TWO, postponements — what started as a late Spring 2020 wedding became a beautiful and very intentional Holiday 2021 wedding.
7 Wedding Registry Tips for the Modern Couple
With more couples living together before tying the knot than ever before, wedding registries have evolved quite a bit over the years. There are online and alternative options to help you build a registry that truly reflects your modern relationship.
Cassidy and Sean’s Summer Lake House Inn Wedding
Cassidy and Sean are an incredible couple who had a truly beautiful Lake House Inn wedding in Perkasie, PA, even despite the pandemic.
Jen and Tyler’s Summer Race Street Pier Ceremony and La Peg Wedding Celebration
Jen and Tyler’s beautiful Race Street Pier ceremony and La Peg Wedding was one that I don’t think I’ll ever be able to forget.
11 Things You Don’t Want To Forget When Planning A Wedding
One question that I hear often during the wedding planning process is, “What are we forgetting?” This is such a great question, especially if you’ve been planning your wedding for a while.
What is Wedding Management?
On your wedding day, while getting ready to marry your person, you definitely don’t want to be worrying about whether or not everything is in the right place for your ceremony or reception, and you certainly can’t be in multiple places at once. This is where wedding management comes into play.
ArtsQuest Center at SteelStacks Wedding | Jill and Dave
Jill and Dave's SteelStacks wedding at the ArtsQuest Center in Bethlehem, PA was a day filled with so much joy and happy tears (mostly from me).
Common Questions about Hotel Room Blocks
When the task of “secure hotel room blocks” pops up on your wedding planning checklist, it can feel like an incredibly daunting task. You want your guests to be able to comfortably celebrate with you, knowing that they have somewhere to get ready (if needed) and somewhere to sleep after the party – especially if your wedding requires travel.
What To Include On Your Wedding Website
It has become more and more common to have a wedding website. And honestly? Having a wedding website makes things SO much easier for everyone. You save your sanity by making one link that’s easy to share. And your guests get the answers to the questions they have about your wedding.
How to Determine and Track Your Wedding Budget
It doesn’t matter what your budget is. As long as it’s realistic to the expectations you have. But knowing where your “financial comfort zone” lies is critical. Whether you’re investing $5,000, $50,000 or $500,000 in your wedding – knowing your budget will help you in every step of your decision making process.
