Welcome to Love, Linda, a modern blog for couples navigating the wild, beautiful world of weddings. Think of this as your behind-the-scenes pass to thoughtful planning, real talk, and insider secrets from someone who’s seen it all, and still believes in the magic of a well-thrown fête.

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Wedding planer add final touches to florals

How Much Should You Spend on Your Wedding Vendors?

Planning Tips

One of the first questions couples ask when they start planning is: “How much should we actually be spending on each vendor?” And while the honest answer is it depends on your priorities, there are some very helpful guidelines that can keep your budget feeling sustainable instead of stressful. Today we’re talking about the “big […]

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Wedding couple sharing a quiet moment together while their wedding planner manages the day behind the scenes

Do I Need a Wedding Planner?

Planning Tips

The Questions You’ll Be Answering on Your Wedding Day Without One One of the most common questions couples ask while planning their wedding is: “Do I need a wedding planner?” It’s a fair question. Weddings are expensive, and it can be hard to tell what’s truly essential and what feels optional. Many couples assume that […]

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Cedar Haven Wedding | Tasha + Lauren LGTBQ+ wedding in Victoria BC

Modern Wedding Traditions Inspired by LGBTQ+ Couples

Wedding Trends

Weddings are evolving, and much of that evolution has been led by LGBTQ+ couples who were never tied to heteronormative traditions in the first place. When a tradition does not reflect your identity, your values, or your relationship, it becomes natural to question it. That questioning has pushed the entire industry toward something more intentional […]

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Linda from Fêtes by Linda walking with the ring bearer at a Victoria BC wedding, highlighting a kid-free wedding with special exceptions.

Kid-Free Weddings: Setting Boundaries with Style

Planning Tips

One of the most personal (and often controversial) decisions couples make during wedding planning is whether or not to invite children. A kid-free wedding (also known as an adults-only wedding) can spark strong feelings from guests, especially family members or friends with young children. But here’s the truth: it’s your wedding, and you’re allowed to […]

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Linda from Fêtes by Linda setting up a wedding in Victoria BC, showing the hands-on difference a wedding coordinator makes compared to a venue coordinator.

Venue Coordinator vs. Wedding Coordinator: Why You Still Need a Wedding Planner for Your Big Day

Planning Tips

Planning your dream wedding involves countless decisions: from the dress and the flowers to the food and the venue. For many couples, booking a venue with an in-house or on-site coordinator feels like a huge win (and it is!). But here’s where some confusion often creeps in: If your venue provides a coordinator, do you […]

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