Are you planning a bouquet or garter toss for your wedding? Not sure whether you want to? You’re not alone. A somewhat surprising number of my clients ask me what I think about doing a bouquet or garter toss. The answer, as with most wedding-related traditions, is that it’s a matter of personal preference.
Read moreLittle Changes for Big Sustainability Impact
We’re wrapping up Sustainability Month here at Risa James Events with one last post on a variety of little things you can do when planning your wedding to reduce your carbon footprint and increase the overall sustainability of your wedding.
Read moreSustainable Wedding Ideas: Venue & Catering
It’s still “Sustainability Month” over here at Risa James Events. This is Part 3 in my sustainability series on how to reduce the carbon footprint of your wedding. Part 1 covered Sustainable Wedding Stationery, while Part 2 discussed Sustainable Wedding Florals. Today I’m talking about finding a sustainable wedding venue and choosing eco-friendly catering and beverages.
Read moreSustainable Wedding Ideas: Florals
This is part 2 in a series about how to reduce your wedding’s carbon footprint and cut down on waste. If you missed part 1 about stationery and paper goods, you can find it here. Today’s post is about sustainable wedding ideas for florals and décor.
Read moreWedding Trend Alert: Grazing Tables
The grazing table trend is happening! These beautiful spreads are filled with cheese, meats, breads, fruits and more. The arrangements are beautiful and the tastes are better. If you can't wait to include your very own grazing table at your wedding, check out these grazing table ideas from Shari's Berries. Get creative with tropical themes or dessert stations! If food brings people together, these luxurious spreads are sure to spark conversation as your guests pick and choose which bites to graze on.
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