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Should You Hire a Nashville Wedding Vendor That Offers Multiple Services?

Posted on December 22, 2025October 23, 2025 by Ralph Griggs

It sounds tempting, right? You find a wedding vendor who can do everything — photography, DJ, flowers, maybe even officiating — all in one package. It looks convenient and often cheaper than hiring separate pros. But before you sign that all-in-one deal, it’s worth pausing to think it through. The Appeal: Convenience and Cost There’s…

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Pop the Question: Five Nashville Proposal Ideas!

Posted on December 9, 2025October 27, 2025 by Ralph Griggs

So, you’ve found “the one” and you’re ready to take the plunge! Congrats! Now comes the fun (and slightly terrifying) part: planning the perfect proposal. If you’re looking to ask the biggest question of your life in Music City, you’ve come to the right place. Nashville is bursting with romance, history, and stunning backdrops. Forget…

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Best Facebook Groups for Nashville Couples Planning Their Wedding

Posted on December 5, 2025October 27, 2025 by Ralph Griggs

If you’re getting married anywhere around Nashville or Middle Tennessee, there’s one tool most couples overlook — Facebook groups. Sure, it’s not the newest app on your phone, but when it comes to real advice, trusted vendors, and local know-how, nothing beats it. Let’s be real: Pinterest gives you ideas. Facebook groups give you answers….

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Should You Do a First Look Before the Ceremony?

Posted on December 3, 2025October 23, 2025 by Ralph Griggs

A Nashville Officiant’s Take on the Pros and Cons One of the biggest decisions couples face before their wedding day isn’t just about flowers or playlists — it’s whether or not to do a first look. If you’re not familiar, a “first look” is when the couple sees each other privately before the ceremony, usually…

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Wedding Music With a Nashville Twist

Posted on December 1, 2025October 27, 2025 by Ralph Griggs

Boy music really adds to (or subtracts) from wedding day celebration. You can find list of wedding music anywhere, but if you are getting married in Nashville, why not take a look at wedding music with a Nashville twist? Here is a curated list of suggestions for your Ceremony, Cocktail Hour, and Reception, blending classic…

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Why Nashville is The Hot Wedding Destination

Posted on November 29, 2025October 25, 2025 by Ralph Griggs

Hey, future brides and grooms! If you’re currently scrolling through endless venue photos and feeling that wedding planning fatigue setting in, let me throw a new idea into the mix: Nashville, Tennessee. Well, it’s home for me but apparently something is special about this place. They say 100 new people are moving here everyday! And…

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Nashville Bridal Shows 2026: What You Need to Know

Posted on November 26, 2025October 25, 2025 by Ralph Griggs

It’s been years ago, but I had a booth at a Nashville wedding show to meet couples and mostly to let them know about my online marriage prep course. If you’re planning a wedding in Nashville in 2026, you’ll have plenty of chances to meet vendors, get inspired, and maybe even win a few giveaways…

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Wedding Terms Explained by a Nashville Officiant

Posted on November 25, 2025October 23, 2025 by Ralph Griggs

Planning a wedding is like learning a new language. Suddenly you’re hearing words like processional, charge to the couple, and corkage fee—and everyone assumes you know what they mean. Don’t worry, you’re not alone. Here’s a quick crash course in wedding lingo that’ll help you sound like a pro (and feel less lost in the…

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What Are “Content Wedding Photographers” — and Do You Need One?

Posted on November 21, 2025October 23, 2025 by Ralph Griggs

If you’ve been planning your wedding lately, you’ve probably noticed a new term popping up: content wedding photographer (or sometimes “wedding content creator”). So what exactly is that — and do you really need one when you already have a professional photographer? Let’s break it down. A content wedding photographer isn’t replacing your traditional photographer…

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How to Score Black Friday Wedding Deals in Nashville (Without Losing Your Mind)

Posted on November 20, 2025November 20, 2025 by Ralph Griggs

Let’s be real: Planning a wedding in Music City is magical, but it’s also an investment. Between securing that dream venue in Germantown and finding the perfect photographer to capture your golden hour photos at Arrington Vineyards, the costs add up. But here’s the industry secret most couples miss: Black Friday isn’t just for 4K…

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  • My Tips for the Unplugged Ceremony: Including my most important pro tip.
  • Worried You'll Cry-Ugly During Your Vows? - 6 tips to calm the nerves
  • Things Your Guests Notice That You Don't - the things that get overlooked
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