Ever feel like you’re trying to assemble a 5,000-piece puzzle where all the pieces are white, and you’re wearing a blindfold? Exciting? Absolutely. Stressful? You bet. Not your idea of fun? I bet! Care Schmidt, Owner of Sterling Weddings and Events You’re engaged! The ring is stunning, your Pinterest board is overflowing with desert-chic aesthetics, and you’ve already picked out your "getting ready" playlist. But then, the reality of planning a wedding in Arizona hits. You st

Here's the thing about trends, they often put fancy names on ideas that have existed forever. An experiential wedding simply means you're designing your day around moments and feelings, not just a checklist of traditions. Instead of asking "what's supposed to happen at a wedding?" you're asking "what do we want our guests to experience?"

One of my favorite things when working with new clients is really finding out what they love! These two didn't disappoint and were not afraid to let the love and their love of a good time, great laugh, and bacon shine throughout their wedding day. I honestly felt there were times that they were afraid to share their ideas with me, but thankfully they got over that and truly allowed themselves to have the wedding that was as fun and unique as they are. Despite being an unse