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Why “Day-Of Coordination” Is a Misleading Term
If you’ve started scoping out wedding planners, chances are you’ve seen the term “day-of coordination” pop up everywhere. It sounds comforting. Simple. Like someone will just show up, take over, and make everything run smoothly. Here’s the truth most couples don’t hear until it’s too late: There is no such thing as true day of coordination. And expecting someone to walk into your wedding with zero context and magically run it flawlessly? That’s where stress and confusion sne

The SAEP Team
6 days ago3 min read


What’s the Difference Between a Micro Wedding and an Elopement?
If you’ve been scrolling Pinterest or TikTok lately, you’ve probably noticed two buzzwords that are taking over the wedding world:...

The SAEP Team
Aug 21, 20253 min read


How to Plan a Wedding Weekend That’s Anything But Basic
Let’s be real... one day just isn’t enough. Weddings have evolved into full weekend experiences, and honestly? We’re obsessed. Welcome...

The SAEP Team
Jul 22, 20253 min read


Best St. Petersburg Florida Wedding Venues
If you are looking for the best St. Petersburg Florida wedding venues, we have you covered with this post all about our favorites.

The SAEP Team
Sep 24, 20243 min read


Top 5 Wedding Venues in Tampa
As trusted wedding planners, we are sharing the top wedding venues in Tampa, FL that you should tour as you plan your wedding day.

The SAEP Team
Jul 10, 20243 min read


Should You Hire a Wedding Content Creator for Your Wedding?
Let's talk about the real MVPs of our wedding industry... wedding content creators🤭. We all know that we are in an era where vibes are...
Stephanie Arias
May 7, 20242 min read


What Does A Wedding Planner Actually Do?
Planning a wedding can be an exciting journey, but as you start thinking about all the details, decisions, and research involved, it can...
Stephanie Arias
Jan 16, 20243 min read


Mastering Your Wedding Budget: Smart Strategies for a Luxurious Yet Cost-Effective Wedding
Welcome to the world of SAEP, where we believe that your dream wedding doesn’t have to come with a nightmare price tag. Define Your...

The SAEP Team
Jan 8, 20242 min read


Book A Power Hour With Us Today!
Do you feel stuck in your wedding planning process? Do you feel like the wedding planning process has been way more overwhelming than it...

The SAEP Team
Jan 3, 20231 min read


Wedding Traditions That We Know and Love
Times are changing in the wedding industry! So many traditions that were so beautiful before have changed and become even more beautiful...
Stephanie Arias
Nov 29, 20222 min read


What Is Event Management?
There are so many different wedding packages out there it’s so hard to choose from. Even on our website we have 3 different ones at 3...
Stephanie Arias
Nov 22, 20222 min read


Who Is Stephanie Arias Event Planning??
Today is National Entrepreneurs day and that totally resonates with me! It is a day to celebrate all those who embarked on a journey to...
Stephanie Arias
Nov 15, 20222 min read


3 Tips Every Bride Should Know Before Starting The Planning Process
Wedding planning is one of the most beautiful times of your life as well as a very stressful part of your life! Here are a few things you...
Stephanie Arias
Nov 8, 20222 min read


How to Say No to a "Plus One" in a Nice Way
As we all know, planning your wedding is not the easiest task on the planet but here we talk all things wedding planning and how to make...

The SAEP Team
May 24, 20222 min read


Top 10 First Dance Songs for 2021
The first dance is a wedding tradition that remains popular! Find out the latest in song trends for 2021.

The SAEP Team
Jul 20, 20211 min read


Tips for Your Wedding Dress Alterations!
Congratulations! You're probably reading this blog because you just said YES to the dress, or maybe you are doing your research for when...

The SAEP Team
Jul 6, 20212 min read


Top Three Must Haves For Photographers On Your Wedding Day!
There are tons of things you need to consider having ready for your photographer the day of your wedding. Here are the top three!

The SAEP Team
Jun 29, 20212 min read
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