Exceptional Wedding Experiences
Effective September 27, 2021 we will be in our new location in the Cornerstone I building located at 4030 Smith Road, Suite 200. This new space is just down the street from Rookwood Tower. Our hours will remain the same: Monday 8:30am-5:00pm Tuesday 8:30am-5:00pm Wednesday 8:30am-5:00pm Thursday 8:30am – 5:00pm Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm Saturday […]
We are as excited as this guest that dancing is once again allowed at weddings in Ohio. As of March 2, 2021… the latest Covid restrictions for weddings in Ohio are as follows: WEDDING CEREMONIES Unrestricted RECEPTIONS Actual capacity determined by venues’ ability to maintain social distance FLOOR PLAN & GUEST SEATING No more than […]
While the curfew for events in Ohio has been extended to 11:00pm, there is still no dancing allowed at wedding receptions. Here is the current list of rules as of 1/29/21. Fingers crossed we will have better news soon! WEDDING CEREMONIES Unrestricted RECEPTIONS Max 300 Attendees – Actual capacity determined by venues’ socially-distant capacity *Venue […]
While it seems like the wedding ceremony and wedding reception guidelines are changing weekly, here is what we know as of today • Wedding Ceremonies: Unrestricted • Receptions: Max 300 attendees (not including catering staff and other vendors who are working the event) • The 300-person limit is per venue, not per event • Actual […]
If you are like me, your “new normal” includes a 2:00pm daily date with Governor Mike Dewine and Dr. Amy Acton. My husband makes me a latte (lucky me!), and together we get the latest updates from their informative press conferences on the COVID-19 pandemic in Ohio. Each day, I try to read between the […]
If you have decided to postpone your spring or summer wedding due to COVID-19, we are so sorry. This uninvited guest has been causing a lot of stress for engaged couples as well as everyone who works in the wedding industry. If you are not working with a wedding planner, here’s our 10 step “DIY” […]
Everyone loves to see cute little kids in weddings. On a good day, they add joy and adorable memories to your celebration. Many couples have younger family members (nieces, nephews, brothers, sisters, cousins etc…) who are counting on them to make their flower girl/ring-bearer dreams come true. And all of this usually works out just […]
Here at i-do Boutique, we are fortunate to work with wonderful vendors on a daily basis. This week we had a chance to chat with Jeff Thomas, owner of Jeff Thomas Catering. Here’s what Jeff had to say about the business he loves: Jeff Thomas Catering has a 30th birthday this year. Established in 1985, […]
The one color we cannot help but love is gold! Whether it’s the main color focus of your wedding or it’s simply being used to add some sparkle to your day, gold is very versatile. Read on to view a collection of glamorous gorgeousness we have created for you to swoon over. Mismatched bridesmaid dresses in […]
While I know “Say Yes to the Dress” has a nicer ring to it, it is far wiser to proceed with caution when it comes to wedding dress shopping. Did you know that buying a bridal gown generates the biggest number of consumer complaints from engaged couples? Here are some tips to help prevent a […]
It’s bridal show season, and that means some of you will be receiving lots of emails over the next few months. If you are like me, you probably find an overloaded inbox to be both annoying and overwhelming. Here are some tips to stop the madness before it happens: 1. Have a plan – Don’t […]
You have family you love, perhaps sisters and cousins… Then there’s your best friend since the 3rd grade… Then, you really love your soon-to-be sister-in-law… Oh! And what about those sorority sisters? Choosing a bridesmaid may seem simple but to finally sit down and make the list, you may have pause for thought. “If I […]
Did you see the article featuring i-do Boutique in Eastsider magazine? Here’s my favorite excerpt: Having recently tied the knot myself, I can finally testify to the sheer terror of planning an actual wedding. In the moments just before the ceremony I was an anxious wreck. Me, the self proclaimed Zen Bride, could not have […]
Last week we had a mother of the bride in the boutique looking for a portable champagne bottle with a built in “flute” for the bridal party’s ride from the church to the reception. She had seen them while watching the Academy Awards. A little searching on the internet led us to the Cinema Party […]
I had often been told by past clients that the top layer of wedding cake that gets frozen until the first anniversary never tastes very good when eaten a year later. When I discussed this with Carol Lanner of The Bonbonerie, she explained that the taste a year later depends on the preparation before freezing. […]
Here’s a cautionary tale for brides to be. This weekend we worked with one of the most organized brides we have ever had. I was sure the wedding day would go exactly as planned. Not so fast! When I arrived on the scene, my client was in tears because she did not like her flowers. […]
(In our own backyard) I am often asked for advice on what a bride and groom should give to their parents in appreciation for a wonderful wedding. A little over an hour from Cincinnati is a very special place called the Murphin Ridge Inn. It is the perfect “get away” for a mother and father […]
In these uncertain times, it is more important than ever to spend your wedding dollars wisely. When trying to decide between a flat rate per guest for 4 hours of open bar or being billed by the drink, consider 3 things: your guest list, your comfort level with not knowing the final bill up front […]
A wedding is a joyous occasion — no matter how big or small, expensive or inexpensive, glamorous or simple. Whatever type of wedding is planned, at the end of the day, it boils down to two people committing their lives to one another. Sounds easy, right? Nothing stressful about that idea, especially when two people […]
Argh! Public speaking for some is the equivalent of having bamboo shoots shoved into their fingernails, but a couple of tips will help wedding-day toasts from becoming awkward, embarrassing, or just plain boring. For the bride and groom: Prepare a list ahead of time of who is giving toasts, and make sure the MC or […]
When it comes to your wedding day, the goal is to not only look stunning to everyone in attendance, but to take your groom’s breath away! When you choose your gown, consider the following suggestions: Don’t worry about trends. Focus on what works for your unique body type. Necklines can make the difference! For example, […]