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How to Romanticize Your Wedding: Creating a Celebration That Feels Like Poetry
Weddings are so much more than a ceremony and a reception. They are the soft spaces where your story unfolds, the places where memory and meaning intertwine. When couples talk about wanting their wedding to feel romantic , they’re really describing a desire for depth—moments that slow time, details that feel intentional, and an atmosphere that wraps every guest in warmth and emotion. At Blue Llama Events, we believe romance isn’t an “add-on.” It’s a feeling we design into eve

Jean Rivers
Nov 293 min read


Phase 5: Perfecting the Run of Show & Celebrating the Big Day
After months of dreaming, planning, and designing, your wedding is almost here. At this stage, the focus shifts from building the...

Jean Rivers
Aug 203 min read


Phase 4: Curating Your Dream Vendor Team & Mastering the Logistics Behind Every Contract
Once your venue is booked and your event design is taking shape, the next step in bringing your wedding vision to life is building your vendor dream team. Your vendors are the artists, producers, and behind-the-scenes magicians who will execute the details and make sure every moment feels as incredible as you imagined.

Jean Rivers
Aug 112 min read


Wedding Planning Phase 2: Choosing the Perfect Venue (and Why It’s So Much More Than Just a Pretty Space)
Wedding Planning Phase 2: Choosing the Perfect Venue (and Why It’s So Much More Than Just a Pretty Space).

Jean Rivers
Jul 222 min read


Lights, Lens, Logistics: The Artistic Roots of Blue Llama Events
Before Blue Llama Events became known for thoughtfully curated weddings and seamless event experiences, our founder’s journey began with a camera in hand and a keen eye for storytelling.

Jean Rivers
Jun 22 min read


Tulips, Tents, and Timing: Secrets to a Midwest Spring Wedding
Planning a spring wedding in the Midwest is like planning a beautiful outdoor garden party with a "just-in-case" backup plan always in your back pocket. It’s a season of renewal and vibrant beauty, but it also brings unique factors to navigate carefully.

Jean Rivers
Apr 212 min read


So You’re Engaged… Now What? A Wedding Planner’s Guide to Staying Sane
Freak Out (It’s Okay, We All Do It) First things first—scream, cry, pop champagne, call your mom, and post that ring pic before your...

Jean Rivers
Apr 32 min read
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