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Along with going to restaurants, traveling, and going into the office, wedding season looks pretty different this year. Our hearts have been with all of the couples and families whose wedding plans have been upended this year – but working in this industry has taught us that although plans may change, love does prevail. Amy… Read More

Our friends at Real Maine Weddings – a magazine, blog, and source of wedding planning inspiration – featured our fearless leader, Kristina Slocum as their expert of the month. In the article (featured below), Kristina gets into some of the different value that a planner can do for you. But at the Purple Orchid, what… Read More

Fall Wedding – It’s been a crazy month. We’re right there with you all – working from home is hard, being cooped up with the family has its difficult moments, and the uncertainty can be anxiety-producing. But, if there is one thing keeping us sane during all of this, it’s that we are in a… Read More

To our Purple Orchid Family, It is one of the greatest joys of this profession that we get to be a part of the happiest days and moments of people’s lives. During this unprecedented time, we are changing up our usual content in hopes to provide a bit of solace and joy for each of… Read More

Photo Books – Without a doubt, one of the most special parts of any wedding is the silly, light moments shared between guests. New friendships made, old ones rekindled, and buddies from all walks of life mixing on the dance floor is truly what makes the day special. We so often wish that we could… Read More

If you have worked with him, you know and love him, and if you haven’t yet… you’re about to love him! Jarron is a devoted member of our team, known for his fun attitude, styled eye, and bow ties on wedding day! Jarron embodies the Purple Orchid‘s relaxed but highly organized style perfectly. Tell us… Read More

On a record-breaking hot day in July, this Texan-couple brought the heat for their wedding at Beech Ridge Barn in Scarborough, Maine. Sonya and John celebrated with their closest family and friends from all over the world in a state that has played an integral part of their love story. This venue, located only ten… Read More

Coastal Maine Hubs – The Purple Orchid team aims for our couples to love their wedding day so much that they never want it to end. For some fun-loving groups, this means one thing: an after party. Keep your wedding day going all night long at some of our favorite bars in a few of… Read More

Tented weddings are incredibly popular for Maine summer weddings, and we must say – we’re huge fans! Tents are a great option for expanding the capacity of a venue, allowing guests to enjoy a summer evening’s breeze, and increased views and proximity to the water. That being said, there can be some important logistical things… Read More

2019 – Working as an event planner in New England is a somewhat cyclical profession. In the summer months, it’s go time. Months of diligent planning culminate in the dream events that make it all worth it. Somewhere in between the ebbs and flows of long-term planning and putting the finishing touches on seating charts,… Read More