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Why I Love Fall

Ok, I’ll be honest. Fall isn’t my favorite season. It has a lot going for it, but there is the big, ugly winter that comes around right after it. I just can’t get over that nasty finale to such a pretty time of year! But we’re about positivity here at […]

Using College Colors to Decorate Your Event

One of my favorite things about fall is college football. No, not football in general, but college football. I am a proud Gamecock surrounded by a sea of Badgers, so Saturdays in September are commonly spent watching College GameDay. I know folks who bleed school colors and use them to […]

Two Day Trip to Chicago

I spent two days last week in my favorite big city, Chicago, meeting new wedding industry friends and exploring neighborhoods. It was fun to visit with a new traveling buddy, so I tried unique restaurants and stayed at a new-to-me hotel. I have my favorites, but I definitely added some […]

Modern Vintage Wedding

Earlier this year, I was approached by a bride on Etsy who had a very specific image for her wedding. She wanted a “modern vintage” look that tied in a great color combination of eggplant purple, slate gray and mustard yellow. It was going to be a relatively casual affair. […]

Happy Long Weekend & Bonus Cocktail Recipe

My American friends are preparing for a long weekend and my new friends in Australia are happy to see spring on the horizon. In short, it’s going to be a great weekend for everybody! Mark the Occasion Designs will be taking Monday off to celebrate Labor Day. I hope you’re […]