{"id":11746,"date":"2026-06-01T22:50:48","date_gmt":"2026-06-01T22:50:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/completewedo.com\/akron\/?p=11746"},"modified":"2026-06-01T22:53:57","modified_gmt":"2026-06-01T22:53:57","slug":"ask-the-experts-our-feature-in-todays-bride","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/completewedo.com\/akron\/blog\/ask-the-experts-our-feature-in-todays-bride\/","title":{"rendered":"Ask the Experts: Our Feature in Today’s Bride"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n

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Today’s Bride, Ohio’s leading wedding resource, talked to our owner, Lisa Aurand about all things wedding planning!<\/p>\r\n

How can couples effectively manage their wedding budget without sacrificing their vision?<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

Start by asking yourselves what vibe you want- this helps you focus on atmosphere instead of outdated traditions. Once you know your vision, choose the 2-3 things you care most about (like photography, music or food), splurge there and simplify the rest. One of the smartest ways to save is to hire a planning team that also offers DJ, photography, planning and photobooth services. Building with one trusted company means discounts, simplified coordination and more room in the budget for what truly matters. Your guest won’t remember if you skipped chair covers or had DIY centerpieces, they’ll remember the love, the vibe and that your wedding felt authentically you.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n

What’s your best advice for couples to stay calm and stress free on the wedding day?<\/strong><\/p>\r\n

The secret is having one expert team manage it all. As your planner, we not only design and coordinate your timeline but also provide in-house services like DJ, photography and more. That means fewer vendors to juggle, no miscommunication and one dedicated crew making sure every detail runs smoothly. Our couples get to relax, stay present and enjoy their day knowing everything is handled start to finish by the same professionals.<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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