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While I certainly have my own tips for what to ask and consider when choosing particular vendors, I though it would be more beneficial for you to hear from the experts. So, over the next few months, you will be hearing from some of my sweet friends about their craft. Yay! This week we are […]

Sweet Beginnings: Selecting Your Photographer

For Brides

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Have you ever reached out to someone feeling like you already know their heart and passions? Like you just know you’ll become great friends? Well, Lovelies, that is how I felt sending my first email to my sweet friend Alex. She has such a huge heart for people, love stories, marriage and God. Her passions […]

HHE Friends: Everlasting Love Photography

For Brides

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Vendor selection is often an overwhelming topic for my couples. They have one or two in mind, but then haven’t the slightest clue how to go about finding and deciding upon the rest of their stellar vendor team. I remember that feeling as well, as a bride. There are so many more resources available now than […]

Sweet Beginnings: Where to Start

For Brides

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Today is not about earth-shattering advice or novel ideas. Today’s post is all about the best thing you can do for your wedding and your future. That, Lovelies, is working on your communication skills and remembering to do so throughout your entire planning process. In life and wedding planning, the most important thing to remember […]

Sweet Beginnings: Communication

For Brides

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I am publishing this with nerves like crazy, friends. For a long time, I have wanted to share some of my trials and errors as a business owner and help encourage those of you starting out. When I started Harper Hadley, resources were limited. While there will not be a webinar or google search that […]

Coffee Dates: Tips for Productivity

Business

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