Southern Made Rentals

Congratulations Tara and Mike! It was truly amazing and I be a part of your day! I have known Mike since I was a kid, and watching him marry such a sweet, beautiful, kind woman was such a blessing! You guys will be our favorites forever! Love you both! Tara Langlois Cotton Mike Cotton.

The Berry Barn & The Greenery at Liuzza Farms

Event season is back in full swing! Balloons and backdrops are keeping us busy!!!

🌴 Vacation! 🌴
We will be out July 10 - July 20 taking a little time to unplug and make some memories with our family!

Congrats Alexis and Cameron! Thank you for letting us be a part of your day!

Bonus- I got to work with some amazing vendors again!

One wedding tradition we are seeing couples rethink lately… where parents sit during the ceremony.

Traditionally, the bride’s family sits on the left and the groom’s family sits on the right. But more couples are choosing to have parents sit on the opposite side so they can actually see their child’s face during the ceremony instead of the back of their head.

And honestly… there are pros and cons to both!

Traditional seating pros:
✔ Keeps with classic wedding traditions
✔ Helps guests know where to sit
✔ Looks balanced and familiar in photos

Traditional seating cons:
✔ Parents mostly see the back of their child during the ceremony

Opposite side seating pros:
✔ Parents get to watch their child’s expressions and emotions
✔ Can create really emotional and meaningful moments
✔ Parents often feel more connected during the ceremony

Opposite side seating cons:
✔ Can confuse guests if not communicated clearly
✔ Some couples prefer the traditional visual setup

At the end of the day, there is no “right” answer. Your ceremony should feel meaningful to YOU and your families

Bouquet toss and garter toss… are they still necessary?

These traditions used to be a staple at almost every wedding, but couples today are realizing it’s completely okay to skip anything that doesn’t fit their personalities, comfort level, or vision for the day.

The pros:
✔ Fun, high-energy reception moment
✔ Guests often enjoy participating
✔ Can create funny and memorable photos
✔ Keeps traditional wedding moments alive

The cons:
✔ Some guests feel uncomfortable being singled out
✔ Not everyone enjoys being pulled onto the dance floor
✔ The garter toss especially can feel awkward for some couples
✔ It takes time away from dancing and other reception moments

And the truth is… your wedding should feel like YOU.

Some couples still love these traditions, some modify them, and others replace them completely with things like:
✔ Anniversary dances
✔ Shot tosses or t-shirt tosses
✔ Stuffed animal tosses
✔ Giving the bouquet to parents/grandparents
✔ Private last dances instead

There is no “right” answer. If it sounds fun and meaningful to you, do it. If it feels stressful, awkward, or unnecessary, skip it without guilt

Choosing the right DJ is about WAY more than just music 🎶

One of the biggest questions couples should ask themselves is:
Do you just need someone to play music… or do you need a DJ who also acts as an MC?

A DJ focuses mainly on:
✔ Playing music
✔ Managing playlists and transitions
✔ Keeping the dance floor going

An MC-style DJ often also helps with:
✔ Making announcements
✔ Guiding guests through the timeline
✔ Introducing the bridal party
✔ Keeping reception events moving smoothly
✔ Helping direct guest attention throughout the night

Neither option is wrong, it just depends on the vibe you want for your wedding.

Some couples want a quieter DJ presence with minimal talking, while others want someone energetic who helps control the flow and keeps guests engaged all night.

Our biggest advice:
Before booking, ask to hear how they normally interact during receptions. Every DJ has a different style and personality, and making sure that matches your vision is SO important.

A great DJ can completely change the energy of a wedding reception 🤍

Wedding rehearsals are SO much more important than people realize 🤍

A rehearsal is not just “walking down the aisle.” It helps everyone understand timing, positioning, entrances, exits, cues, and expectations before wedding day actually arrives.

And honestly… it can prevent a LOT of confusion and stress the next day.

If someone is participating in the ceremony, they really should attend the rehearsal whenever possible:
✔ Bridal party
✔ Parents & grandparents involved in the ceremony
✔ Flower girls & ring bearers
✔ Readers or speakers
✔ Anyone walking down the aisle
✔ Anyone helping direct guests or lineups

The more everyone understands the plan ahead of time, the smoother and more relaxed wedding day feels for EVERYONE.

It also gives your coordinator time to answer questions, adjust logistics, solve possible issues ahead of time, and make sure everyone feels comfortable before the big day.

A good rehearsal creates confidence, and confidence creates a smoother wedding day