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Pinterest wedding planning: 5 tips

Brides-to-be, you know what I’m talking about. Truthfully, all sorts of people in all different situations are falling in love with Pinterest weddings. And it’s easy to see why.

Danielle & Alex’s Franklin engagement

Allow me to introduce myself. That’s me, in the photos, along with my wonderful fiance, Alex. And it’s with great joy that I’m able to announce that I’m the newest contributor for Wed in Milwaukee.

Andrea & Chris’ Milwaukee wedding

Glance at Andrea and Chris’ outdoor wedding photos and guess what month they married in. You may not believe the answer.

Entertainment

You’ve put a lot of thought, time and hard-earned cash into planning your wedding, and the last thing you want is a lackluster celebration. Whether you’d rather have a band or a DJ, one of these Milwaukee-area entertainers is sure to provide just the wedding-day soundtrack you’re looking for, no matter your budget.

Milwaukee wedding Q&A: cinematography

Peruse any wedding website’s checklist and you’ll find “book your videographer.” It’s an often-skipped step—brides and grooms balk at the stereotypical eight-hour blow-by-blow DVD. But there’s a new and refreshing alternative on the horizon.

8 ultra-romantic first looks

A wedding day has many sweet and heartfelt moments, but few are as romantic as the first look. Since you’re likely by yourselves or accompanied by only a few loved ones, the pressure’s off and the two of you can connect before you enter the spotlight.

Florists

A talented florist will take your wedding-day decor to heights you never imagined (even if your vision is pretty amazing already). Whether your style suggests romantic peonies, contemporary protea, playful ranunculus, unique succulents or something entirely different, there’s a flower pro in our area that can help.

Alissa & Jacob’s Milwaukee wedding

Sometimes, kids seem wise beyond their years. “At the age of four, I told my mom I was gonna marry Alissa, and no one believed me,” says Jacob of his childhood friend, “but I’m proud to say, mission accomplished!”

5 ways to get fit in Milwaukee

If you’re getting married this summer—or even if you’re not!—now’s the perfect time to tone up and slim down.

Destination bridal beauty made easy

If your wedding doubles as an escape from not-so-tropical Wisconsin weather, you’ll want to pack smart so you can look your best wherever your paradise of choice may be. Take stock of what you want to bring so you can keep your hair, makeup and outfits fresh throughout your trip.

Event Planners & Coordinators

As soon as the question’s been popped (and sometimes even before), many brides and grooms jump into wedding planning like it’s a full-time job. But if you’d rather leave the logistics to someone else who’s got experience—and who can offer extra inspiration—you’re in luck: Metro Milwaukee and Southeastern Wisconsin have plenty of event planners.

Unique local registries

We know you don’t want to look greedy, but when folks find out you’re getting married, one of the questions you’re sure to encounter is, “Where are you registered?” So get on it!

Meghan & Marco’s Spring Green engagement

Known to celebrate “silly milestones,” Meghan didn’t think anything of it when, one night over a dinner he’d made, Marco handed her a card commemorating their 19-month anniversary.

Milwaukee’s 2013 wedding trends

You’ve spent the first few days in January creating a better-than-ever you, right? Well, engaged couples and wedding pros alike are busy making this year’s nuptials better than ever, too.

Best of Wed in Milwaukee 2012

At Wed in Milwaukee, we’ve had such a memorable year digging into the world of Southeast Wisconsin weddings, sharing advice and connecting engaged couples with the pros that will help put together a celebration that’s perfectly suited to them. These are the top 12 must-read posts from 2012 according to the buzz from you—our readers

Kate & Mike’s Milwaukee engagement

A seemingly ordinary Sunday afternoon turned out to be anything but for Milwaukee couple Kate and Mike. They’d taken their dog, Jameson, for a lakefront walk and were passing the art museum when they began reminiscing about the good times they’d shared nearby.