Category: Wedding Planning

Our team of experienced coordinators at Purple Orchid Weddings + Events understand that planning your wedding can be an exciting yet overwhelming experience. One of the first decisions you’ll need to make is whether to hire a day-of coordinator or opt for an all-inclusive wedding planning package. To help you make the best choice for your special day, we’ve put together this guide that highlights the key differences between these two services.

After planning your dream wedding in Maine with Purple Orchid Wedding + Events, it’s time to focus on your honeymoon! Say yes to an unforgettable trip, whether it’s an adrenaline-pumping adventure, serene beach moments, or romantic European escapades. Amanda Mahan, a POE planner and certified Fora Travel Advisor, has curated a list of breathtaking honeymoon destinations to inspire you.

Planning your Maine wedding is an exciting journey filled with endless possibilities and cherished moments. In this blog, we’ll share our expertise on keeping your guests entertained and ensuring private time for you and your beloved, creating a wedding timeline that flows effortlessly from one magical moment to the next.

If you’re envisioning an intimate Maine wedding that reflects your love story without the stress, you’re in the right place. Our team of professionals at Purple Orchid Weddings + Events are a dedicated team of Maine wedding planners ready to make your intimate wedding dreams come true.

Every couple has a different style. Some want specific color schemes or a theme, others are looking more for a specific feel or vibe. One of the biggest decisions you make about your wedding is capturing it via photography. Since every photographer pro has their own style, it’s a great idea to try to find… Read More

What makes Maine special (in my opinion- from a girl who has lived here most of her life) are the four seasons we have the luxury of enjoying. Each one brings its own unique adventure, allowing a couple to further personalize their wedding experience. Winter is for outdoor sports and cozy indoor relaxing. If you… Read More

There are ideas and wedding design galore on Instagram and social media. Image after image to help you visualize your wedding’s full design potential. It’s fun to think about all the possibilities! But where is your energy best spent? From Maine and beyond, we have had the pleasure of seeing wedding industry designers create the… Read More

Getting married in Maine is not only one of my favorite things to help with, it’s also relatively easy! Here are the steps for just what you need to do about getting your marriage license to get legally married in Maine. You can get married in a park, on the ocean, at a town hall,… Read More

Jamie Mercurio Photography Inviting the kiddos. Yes or no?   When it comes to finalizing the guest-list, there are two options. Invite the kiddos,  or don’t…  One couple coos over and envisions flower girls tossing petals down the aisle and tearing up the dance floor with a toddler. Another couple thinks about cranky toddlers staying up past… Read More

Flowers and weddings go hand in hand, literally. There’s nothing like the feeling of walking down the aisle, holding a beautiful bouquet that’s been put together seamlessly- or seeing your guests gush over the foliage, textures, and colors of your floral arrangements that light up the day. Photo by Brendan Bullock Photography Why hire a… Read More