Do I Really Need a Wedding Coordinator If I’ve Already Booked My Venue and Vendors? | Baton Rouge & New Orleans Wedding Planning
You’ve booked your wedding venue, secured your photographer, chosen your florist, and checked off what feels like a million items on your wedding planning checklist. So, what’s left? Do you really need a wedding coordinator, too? It’s one of the most common questions couples ask when planning their wedding in Baton Rouge, New Orleans, and […]
20 Years in the Making: A Magical Destination Elopement in New Orleans
Love has a wonderful way of taking its own sweet time, and this week, on a gorgeous Tuesday morning at 10:00 AM, we had the absolute honor of bringing Ash and Joey’s 20-year love story to its next beautiful chapter. Traveling all the way from California to the heart of Louisiana, Ash and Joey decided […]
A New Orleans Wedding Planned From New York: Morgan & Dylan’s Southern Oaks Wedding
When Morgan and Dylan decided to get married in New Orleans, they knew they wanted a wedding that felt beautiful, welcoming, and distinctly Louisiana. Although the couple was living in New York, Dylan’s family was from New Orleans, making the city a meaningful choice for their wedding day. With their venue already booked at Southern […]
Why I Love When Couples Share Their Own Wedding Vows | Baton Rouge & New Orleans
As a Louisiana wedding officiant, I’ve had the honor of standing beside hundreds of couples as they begin one of life’s greatest journeys together. From intimate elopements to elegant celebrations throughout Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Covington, Mandeville, Denham Springs, and Southeast Louisiana, every wedding is unique. Yet there’s one moment that never fails to touch […]
Baton Rouge Wedding Planning Question: Should Guests Stand When the Bride Walks Down the Aisle?
As Baton Rouge wedding planners and wedding coordinators, we’ve noticed a growing trend among some of our brides. More couples are requesting that wedding guests remain seated as the bride makes her entrance down the aisle. Many brides feel more comfortable with guests seated, while others believe it gives everyone a better opportunity to see […]
The Meaning Behind a Groom’s Cake: A Beloved Baton Rouge Wedding Tradition
In Southern weddings, traditions are cherished and passed down through generations. One sweet tradition that continues to delight couples and guests alike is the groom’s cake. Especially in Baton Rouge and throughout the Gulf South, the groom’s cake is more than just an extra dessert—it’s a meaningful way to celebrate the groom’s personality and add […]
How to Practice Your Wedding Dip
If you’re planning a wedding in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, don’t overlook one of the most iconic ceremony moments — the wedding dip after your first kiss as husband and wife. As a professional Baton Rouge wedding officiant with 14+ years of experience, I always tell my couples: the dip is not just a pose — […]
Why Couples in Baton Rouge, LA Choose a Personalized Wedding Ceremony
Couples planning weddings in Baton Rouge, LA and throughout South Louisiana often want more than a beautiful venue—they want a ceremony that feels meaningful, warm, and unforgettable. In a city known for culture, family, tradition, and celebration, your ceremony should reflect the depth of your love just as much as the joy of the day. […]
Flower Girl Duties At Wedding Ceremony
A flower girl’s duties may be small, but her role brings unforgettable charm to any Baton Rouge, Louisiana wedding. Traditionally, the flower girl walks down the aisle just before the bride, scattering petals or carrying a sweet sign to signal the moment everyone has been waiting for. In Baton Rouge wedding ceremonies, she adds joy […]
When Do You Sign Your Marriage License?
After 14 years of standing at the altar as both a Baton Rouge wedding officiant and coordinator, I’ve seen it all — the tears, the laughter, and yes… the little details that can make or break the flow of your wedding day. So let me share a secret from behind the scenes. Your marriage license […]
