Traditional vs Trendy

One thing I've learned from planning weddings—and from planning my own—is that everyone has an opinion.

I've found myself in plenty of conversations with friends and family about traditional versus trendy wedding choices. Is this too much? Will this trend stand the test of time? These conversations always make me smile because, at the end of the day, they're usually about something much bigger than linens, flowers, or color palettes.

I remember being so worried about certain details when I was planning my own wedding five years ago. Things that felt incredibly important in the moment, Looking back now - I barely think about most of them. What I do remember is how I felt, who was there, and how much fun we had.

That's why I always come back to the same thought: your wedding should feel like you.

If a bride sits across from me and tells me she loves hot pink, black, bold patterns, and a little bit of drama, my job isn't to convince her that she should have an all-white wedding filled with lace because that's what someone else considers timeless. My job is to listen, understand her vision, and help bring it to life.

Whether your style is traditional, trendy, somewhere in between, or completely outside the box, the right choice is the one that feels authentic to you.

And I know that's easier said than done.

Especially here in the South, where we're often raised to think about everyone else's feelings before our own. We want our families to be happy. We want our guests to enjoy themselves. We want everyone to feel included and celebrated. Those things matter. But sometimes, in the middle of trying to please everyone else, couples forget that this weekend is about celebrating their story.

What a privilege it is to be invited into that story.

Getting to help plan these weekends is something I never take for granted. I get a front-row seat to family traditions, happy tears, big hugs, nervous excitement, and so many moments that become cherished memories. It's one of the reasons I love what I do so much.

Every time I open Instagram or TikTok, I'm reminded of how much heart exists in this industry. Wedding planners, florists, rental companies, photographers, caterers, and creatives are pouring their talent, passion, and care into making these celebrations meaningful. The beautiful weddings we see online aren't just pretty pictures—they're the result of countless hours, sleepless nights, thoughtful details, and people who genuinely love serving others.

So here's your gentle reminder:

You don't have to choose traditional because someone else expects it. You don't have to choose trendy because it's what's popular right now. You don't have to justify the colors you love, the flowers you pick, or the way you choose to celebrate.

Choose what feels like home. Choose what makes you happy. Choose what tells your story.

And to my fellow vendors: your hard work is seen, appreciated, and making a difference in more ways than you know. I'm blown away.

Cheers!