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There is a moment I witness with nearly every couple. We step onto a property, and almost immediately the conversation shifts to logistics. “Where will cocktail hour be?” “Will 150 guests fit?” “Is there enough parking?” Those questions matter. They should. But they are rarely the questions that shape an exceptional wedding. The first question […]

How to Choose a Wedding Venue: Start With the Feeling

Jul 29, 2026

One of the conversations I have most often during a consultation happens before we ever talk about flowers, budgets, or venues. I’ll ask a couple, “Tell me where you are in the planning process.” Most smile and proudly respond, “We’ve already booked our venue.” Then comes the next sentence: “We just need someone to put […]

When Should You Hire a Wedding Planner?

Jul 22, 2026

Monday’s with Marshecka Monday’s with Marshecka is a journal where I share personal reflections on life, wedding planning, hospitality, leadership, and the experiences that continue to shape both my life and the way I serve my couples. The Journey Is Where the Real Magic Happens For a long time, I thought I always needed to […]

The Beauty of the Journey

Jul 20, 2026

Monday’s with Marshecka If you had asked me at the beginning of this year where I planned to invest my time and energy, my answer probably would have included education, design inspiration, business systems, or growing Marshecka Weddings & Events. Those things still matter. But the best investment I’ve made this year had nothing to […]

The Best Investment I Made This Year

Jul 13, 2026

One of the most overlooked aspects of wedding planning is cohesive design. You may be wondering, what exactly is cohesion in wedding design?Cohesive design is the intentional and harmonious blending of elements such as color, texture, lighting, florals, materials, spatial flow, and overall style to create a unified and polished experience throughout a wedding celebration. […]

How The Marshecka Method Creates a Cohesive Wedding Experience

May 12, 2026

Mondays with MarsheckaEach week, we’re guiding you through The Marshecka Method, our signature planning journey designed to help you turn vision into legacy with elegance and intention. The Marshecka Method | Phase Two: Vision MappingFrom Dream to Blueprint Photo Credit: Lupe Juarez Photography Every unforgettable wedding begins as a dream, one filled with meaning, intention, […]

From Dream to Blueprint: The Art of Vision Mapping

Jul 14, 2025

Welcome to Monday’s with Marshecka, our weekly editorial series exploring the artistry and intention behind our full-service planning approach. Over the next several weeks, we’ll be guiding you through The Marshecka Method, the seven signature phases we use to design celebrations that are as meaningful as they are magnificent. We begin where every lasting experience […]

Discovery & Connection: The First Step in Designing a Legacy Wedding

Jul 7, 2025

Embarking on the journey to your dream wedding is a path filled with anticipation, dreams, and the promise of a day that perfectly encapsulates the love you share. It’s a day where every moment is a precious memory in the making, and every detail is a reflection of your unique bond. As a Wedding Planner […]

Top 5 Essentials for a Smooth Event

Feb 29, 2024

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