Sure, some of the old rules of wedding etiquette have been rewritten. For example, it’s now common for the groom’s parents to chip in on the wedding bill, and many brides have ditched the “only wear white” tradition. But some wedding-day rules still apply (sorry, an email will never replace... read more →
Jul
16
Jun
28
Why did you choose RiverCrest? We chose to have our wedding at RiverCrest because of the wide variety of food selections for cocktail hour as well as for the reception. After our tasting, we knew we made the right choice! What is your favorite wedding moment? Our favorite wedding moment... read more →
Jun
20
Nowadays, everyone seems to get a crash course in curating playlists (thanks, Spotify and Pandora!). But planning a wedding reception set list is more involved—and trickier—than you might think. At RiverCrest, we help make the process easier for you. Here, a shortlist of things to consider when planning your reception... read more →
Jun
05
No, you can’t get married at St. George’s Chapel or wear Queen Mary’s diamond tiara, as Meghan Markle did. And it’s safe to say you won’t have George Clooney pouring tequila cocktails behind the bar (as was rumored to have happened at the royal reception!), but there are plenty of... read more →
May
25
Finding a wedding venue — and taking into account aesthetics and logistics — can be overwhelming. How to make the process easier? When you arrange a site visit, come prepared! Asking the right questions will ensure that a venue can meet your needs, and will help you avoid any last-minute... read more →
May
16
When planning your wedding, you have plenty of sartorial decisions to make: what you’ll wear, how you’ll outfit your bridal party and, finally, how you’ll instruct your guests to dress. That final decision is an important one, as it can dictate the look and feel of your wedding. So should... read more →
May
08
Ready to begin thinking of your big-day decor? Choosing your wedding flowers, bouquet and centerpiece style can seem either super-easy (how can fresh flowers look anything other than gorgeous?) or overwhelmingly difficult (inspiration overload!). But if you begin the process armed with a few quick tips and tricks, you’ll have... read more →
Apr
30
So your wedding invitations are out and you’ve received your RSVPs. Now comes the hard part: figuring out who sits where. Planning your wedding reception seating arrangement is a lot like piecing together a puzzle: You want to make sure that tables aren’t overcrowded, and that guests are comfortable with... read more →
Apr
22
While the larger elements of a wedding are incredibly important—a great venue, terrific food, good music—it’s the smaller details and thoughtful touches that make the event unforgettable. Here are five ways to create a lasting impression on your guests, and to keep your wedding feeling anything but cookie-cutter. For other... read more →
Apr
16
Most photographers will ask you to provide them with a list of must-capture wedding-day moments and important guests. And you’ll most likely want to get the typical Big Moment shots: the first look, the first dance, the family portraits, etc. But there are smaller, quieter moments that you should keep... read more →