Wedding Blog
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When you think of a wedding planner, you probably imagine someone directing vendors and fluffing the bride’s train before she walks down the aisle. And while that’s part of it, there’s more work that happens during the big day and often in the shadows, unnoticed but crucial. Here’s a peek at the dozens of unseen […]
If your wedding colors are pastel purple, pink and wildflowers, this blog is for YOU! Cortney and Brandon’s wedding at Gathered Oaks in Alexandria, Minnesota is full of inspiration! (The venue is so beautiful itself!) As a full-service wedding planner and decorator, Hitch Studio coordinated every detail of this Minnesota wedding, from ceremony to reception […]
Hello! I’m Hope Rachelle. I can’t wait to help bring your vision to life—and make the journey just as memorable as the day itself. As a South Dakota native with over 15 years of experience in project management within the architecture and design world, I bring a unique blend of creativity, organization, and calm confidence […]
Hi, I’m Lauren! I can’t wait to get to know everyone. I’m looking forward to jumping in, learning lots, and sharing some good laughs along the way! As a lifelong Brookings County resident, I am excited to join the Hitch team! I come from a background in Marketing, Retail, and Customer Service. I love transforming […]
Still looking for a special song for your ceremony? I went through every Hitch Studio wedding we have booked so far in 2025 (these engaged couples are from Sioux Falls, Brookings, Faulkton, Mitchell, Watertown, Aberdeen, Marshall, Madison and statewide)! Here is a list of what couples are choosing for parent and grandparent processional songs, wedding […]
If you’re newly engaged and searching for the perfect wedding venue near Madison, South Dakota, Silver Creek Events should be at the top of your list. This BRAND NEW venue brings a fresh, modern aesthetic to the area with flexible indoor-outdoor options, thoughtful amenities, wonderful owners with top-notch customer service, and enough space to accommodate […]
We love data. We love weddings. Put those together, and that’s why this statistic alone deserved its own blog post: “In a recent report from TheKnot, couples in 2024 said that “guest experience” was the #1 most important factor of their wedding. 67% said staying within budget was most critical.” Let’s find a way to […]
For small businesses, we rely pretty heavily on great marketing. But another (less thought-of) strategy is the power of local branding and connections. It’s making those personal relationships that stand for something more than (and long after) a handshake. It’s what you stand for. As I was writing this, I started thinking…what DO local people […]
Hitch Studio had the absolute honor of planning and decorating a stunning Catholic wedding at the Cathedral of Saint Joseph, followed by a reception at the beautifully updated Gate City in Canton, SD. The Cathedral provided a timeless, sacred setting for the ceremony, while Gate City offered a modern, elegant atmosphere with recent upgrades that […]
Your bridal party isn’t just there for the dresses and the bachelorette party, they are the heart of your support system. These are your people, the ones who’ve laughed with you, cried with you, and now, are standing beside you on one of the most important days of your life. Honoring them in a meaningful […]