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Feature Friday: PaperDolls

When it comes to wedding stationary, invitations and designs who better to ask than our friend April from PaperDolls! No detail is too small for PaperDolls when it comes to creating your dream wedding suite so read below to learn more! Photo: Sarah Vanderford Photography When did you launch PaperDolls and why? I launched PaperDolls right after I got married in 2011 because I had so...

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Lesner Inn Open House 2019

It’s that time of year again.  The time of year where our creative and motivated event and sales managers begin planning our annual Open House!  We are so excited to kick off 2019 with some of the top wedding vendors in Hampton Roads, but the only thing that could make it better is seeing the people who make it all possible… you!  Whether your planning a big or small wedding...

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Gifts to Give your Wedding Party

Your wedding party is a very special group of people for your Lesner Inn wedding, and we think they deserve some recognition today!  These awesome people help plan your wedding, throw you the perfect bachelor(ette) party, calm your nerves, and in some cases sacrifice a lot to be a part of your wedding day.  We realize that it can be hard to find the perfect way to say thank you, so...

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How to Create your Wedding Tablescape

Creating a tablescape for your wedding at Lesner Inn can seem like a daunting task, especially because most people planning their own wedding are not professionals.  However, we are here to tell you that it doesn’t have to be difficult as long as you follow these helpful tips and tricks! Choose your color scheme The best place to start is by choosing your color scheme for the wedding...

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Wedding Timeline Tips

Creating the order of events for your wedding day is no easy task but, we’re here to help!  While we believe that everyone should tailor their wedding timeline to best fit their needs, these tips should help you create the perfect timeline for YOUR wedding. Ceremony – Approximately 30 minutes: From processional to recessional, it’s very rare that a wedding ceremony would take more than...

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For your Pinspiration: Favorite Florals

There are numerous ways to dress up your wedding venue on your special day, but one of our favorite ways are through florals! With a wedding venue like Lesner Inn, that lets the view do the talking, you really don’t need much else when choosing your wedding decor. We’ve seen some arrangements that are unique to a theme, ones that go with the season, and many that are your “classic”...

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Selecting a Menu for ANY Appetite

A common concern for most of our wedding and social event clients is how to offer the best menu that will appeal to all of their guest’s appetites WITHOUT breaking the bank!  Luckily, the ladies at Lesner Inn are experts in this department and our catering menu has a variety of menu options so there is something for everyone! The Lesner Inn has three menu options for clients to choose...

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Top 5 Reasons you NEED a Wedding Coordinator

One of the most frequently asked questions we get at Lesner Inn is, should I hire a wedding coordinator? No matter if we are meeting with someone who’s a professional bridesmaid, has a well-organized maid of honor, or is even a wedding coordinator themselves the answer will always be YES!! A wedding coordinator, who isn’t on your guest list, will make your wedding day 100% stress free....

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No Hassle Favors at Lesner Inn

Wedding favors are the perfect way to say thank you to your guests for celebrating your wedding with you.  Over the years, wedding favors have made the switch from being small trinkets that will most likely end up in the trash, to food or beverage items that guests can actually enjoy!  Lesner Inn is totally behind this shift in the wedding game, and we’re here to tell you about the...

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Lesner Insights: selecting your wedding venue

Selecting the place where you will celebrate saying “I do” is one of the most important decisions in the wedding planning process.  There are so many factors to consider that many couples don’t even think about until they’ve already reserved their wedding venue. Things like the location, what’s included for the price, and of course reviews on past couple’s experiences should all be...

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Wedding Processional & Recessional Songs

For some people, selecting the songs they walk down the aisle to is as simple as saying “ I do”! For others, it can be a long process of overthinking song after song. We know this is such an important moment for every couple, so we wanted to help you out if you’re having a bit of a struggle choosing these songs for your special day! Check out some of our favorite processional and recessional...

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Wedding Highlights: Kayla & Parker 3/24/2018

We have to take a minute to brag about this AMAZING couple right here!  Kayla & Parker stole our hearts from the moment that we met them.  They are two of the most genuine people, & working with them to create their perfect day was an absolute joy!  Reflecting on this day makes us so happy that Lesner Inn could be a part of their Virginia Beach wedding, & we hope to work...

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