As our marriage resume reaches 1,095 days of wedded life, we reflect on the 3 things that lend to a connected + happy marriage from our personal experience.
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The COLLECTIVE/Couples Blog, inspired by a love-minded lifestyle, is a destination for couples dating, engaged or married. Here, we share inspiration and insights on weddings, living life together through a lens of love, wellness and intention. The COLLECTIVE/Couples Blog is authored by Lindsey Sachs, Owner and Wedding Planner for COLLECTIVE/by Sachs. To share your blog ideas or to collaborate on an upcoming post, contact Lindsey.
Look no further for the leader of your wedding day glam squad! We're spotlighting Naomi Robles, a rockstar Boulder-based hair and makeup artist - a true force of talent who can bring your wedding day beauty vision to life.
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Self care deserves a front seat in your wedding planning journey. Pressed to find the time? We're sharing 8 smart ways you can amp up your self care routine and show up on wedding day feeling like your authentic self.
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It happens to the best of us brides-to-be: We do everything we can to ensure that the big day goes perfectly and then, seemingly all of a sudden, we turn into a giant ball of stress ready to crush anything—or anyone—in our path. Hey, no one said planning a wedding was easy, they just said it would be worth it when you finally walk down the aisle into the arms of the love of your life.
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You've been asked to be a bridesmaid in your friend's wedding, but something is standing in the way of saying "YES." Here's 7 times it's ok to say no to being a bridesmaid.
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We're breaking down the details of your wedding invitations and entire stationary suite with Carina Herman of LBC Design Co. Find ideas and inspirtation to build your stationary suite!
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While we can pray to the health Gods to keep wedding week sickness away, there's a chance that won't do the trick (darn!). As a Wedding Planner who always looks in the bright side, read on for ways to be proactive this wedding season to stay healthy + tips to manage wedding week sickness yourself, or as a wedding day VIP.
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To those bride tribes out there, this is a must-read for how to be the bridesmaid she needs you to be.
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Because your wedding ceremony is the "why" behind your wedding. Here's all the things we loved about Sarah and Blake's romantic Boulder elopement. Join us in congratulating Mr. and Mrs. Hall!
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As a female entrepreneur, I've personally benefitted early in my career by the guidance and valuable lessons in finding confidence and gumption to pursue personal and professional goals. Today, I make time outside of our business to give back to help other girls and women through AAUW Boulder. As the Daily Camera quotes, "Pay inequity has met its match - AAUW Boulder workshops train women to negotiate salaries, achieve equal pay." Read more to see what we're up to!
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Ancient lore and tradition often has its way of moving through generations. When it comes to wacky wedding superstitions, we teamed up with Jenn Sinrich for Wedding Wire to see just where these wacky superstitions came from and why today's brides and grooms aren't afraid.
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We take great pride in connecting our COLLECTIVE/Couples with wedding vendors who authentically connect with their wedding vision, style and personality. For the fun and adventurous couple seeking a photojournalism/high fashion photography style, learn more about Nederland, Colorado based, Jennifer Morgan Photography.
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Boulder County has a new wedding venue and it's a dream destination! COLLECTIVE/by Sachs celebrated the grand opening of the St. Vrain in Longmont and enjoyed an unexpected surprise!
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#bachelorettepartygoals / Need we say more! Planning your bachelorette party should be all the fun without the stress. Read on to learn our favorite celebration ideas that keep plans authentic to you!
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Can you wear white to a wedding as a guest? For the bride the choice is much more clear. Read on to see how 8 wedding planners from across the country answer this question.
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What would your future self say after the wedding? With many couples planning a wedding for the first time, it’s easy to get consumed in transactional checklists, rather than stepping back to mindfully celebrate the special moments along the way starting with your engagement! Read on to find 6 Things You Should Do Right After He Proposes, published online at Martha Stewart Weddings, by Jenn Sinrich.
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“Considering love in the context of business helps to make companies human, authentic, relatable and better yet, more than a transaction,” Sachs said. “As professionals and consumers, we all understand the overwhelming feeling love plays in our emotions and decisions. A company that infuses love is more likely to stand out.”
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A professional Wedding Planner is likely to become a trusted confidant and your wedding day's Most Valuable Player and MVP. They’re not only a trained sounding board offering empathy and sound advice, they’re at the center of the action, coordinating with the venue, each vendor, and your family too. Wedding Planners manage behind the scenes so you can spend more time on things that truly matter. If they weren’t there, take a moment to imagine the distractions you may face...not ideal right?
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The collection of candid photos document your wedding day from the lens of your loved ones and likely moments you didn’t even know were happening. Their perspective is priceless and you’ll want to get your eyes on all of those images. Seems daunting to gather right? We have a solution you're going to love!
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COLLECTIVE/by Sachs caught up with recent bride, Kalie of Chicago, about how she chose a stunning combination of wedding fashion both borrowed and new. We loved Kalie’s idea so much that we had to share, hoping to inspire more brides to consider this timeless tribute to mom.
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