Tip of the Day: Schedule your engagement photo session early on in the wedding-planning process (some brides do it up to a year in advance). Not only will this give you ample time to incorporate your gorgeous photos into your save-the-date, but it will also validate your choice of photographer and give you a sneak preview of the big day.

"We use this session to get to know our couples and teach them how to stand, how to sit, what to do with their hands and feet so they look their best when being photographed. Every time we do an engagement session for our couples, their wedding images turn out better and they have a great time," says Jerry W. Venz from The Storytellers, a member of Professional Photographers of America.

Tip of the Day: Your aisle runner is an opportunity to amaze. Show off your love story! Or dress it up in a way that reflects your venue. For example, if you're having a beach wedding, you can sprinkle smooth-edged sea glass along the sand so that the whole aisle twinkles.

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Tip of the Day: “Brides still like the idea of bringing elements of their gown into their stationery suite. That’s where the wide assortment of paper options really shines," says Ellen Weldon of Ellen Weldon Design.

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Tip of the Day: Just a taste, please. Tasting stations have taken over the cocktail hour, with couples showing off their favorite foods in manageable portions. From oyster shucking stations and mac ’n cheese bars, to make-it-your-own taco stands to local food trucks pulling right up to the patio, the idea is to surprise your guests with an unexpected assortment of party food.

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Tip of the Day: Getting married around the holidays? "Your goal should be to own the holiday-inspired theme without going overboard and focusing on just the holiday. Instead, make subtle nods to the special day that you are sharing your wedding with. It’s very important to let your wedding be about style, color and you…not the holiday itself," says celebrity wedding planner David Tutera.

"To keep a personal feel, decor and embellishments should drive the concept and not the holiday. For example, utilize elements available in the season: winter spices, spring flowers, summer beaches or the fall harvest are all great ways to incorporate the time of year without being too literal," he adds.

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