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The One Moment Events The One Moment Events is here to take the stress out of your special day! Specializing in designing,
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Specializing in designing, planning and orchestrating a uniquely you event. From helping you find the perfect venue and vendors to helping you design your dream day and putting it all together, The One Moment Events is here to make your wedding or event everything you imagined so you can enjoy with your loved ones!

THIS ONES FOR THE PLANNERS ⁠⁠NO SHADE BUT are you building your timelines like a jerk?⁠ 😂⁠⁠Planning a wedding is complic...
08/17/2024

THIS ONES FOR THE PLANNERS ⁠

NO SHADE BUT are you building your timelines like a jerk?⁠ 😂⁠

Planning a wedding is complicated and figuring how long things take is truly an artform, but if you aren’t working with your creative partners, you’re setting yourself up for failure and everyone else up for frustration. ⁠

If you have trouble getting behind schedule on wedding day or you’re constantly frantic with timing, try this instead! ⁠

Before you make your clients wake up at the crack of dawn, ask your photo/video team what time they need everyone to be dressed and ready. (this may be for first look, portraits etc.) then back that up by 15 minutes and give your beauty team that time as the end of service time. Ask your beauty team what time they need to get started if they finish at that time. For example: ⁠

2:30pm - Fully dressed ⁠
3:00pm - First look⁠

2:15pm - Beauty end time (there might even be more buffer if there are matching robe/pj photos, gift exchanges etc. so always check with your photog!) ⁠

Your beauty team knows their timing and usually also includes their own buffer time for services just in case someone has some last minute changes or gets locked in the bathroom 🥴

When your beauty team gives you the start time, you want to make sure everyone is there and ready to go by that time, face and hair prepped the way the beauty team requires. ⁠

If your start time is way too early because there are so many services, you can sometimes add another artist, but just check with your beauty team first! ⁠

Collaboration is the name of the game and always gets us to the finish line fast and fabulous!

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Speaking of color...We all know “Something borrowed, something blue” but we really think everyone deserves something pin...
08/09/2024

Speaking of color...We all know “Something borrowed, something blue” but we really think everyone deserves something pink on wedding day too, wouldn’t you agree? ⁠

We designed Lauren & Jays wedding full of bright pops of bold fuschia, the brides favorite color! Incorporating what you love ⁠on wedding day is a sure way to know you’ll back loving every detail big and small! ⁠

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When we say “Don’t be afraid of a little color” this is what we mean 😏⁠❤️🧡💛💚💙💜⁠Photo: ⁠Planning & Design:  ⁠Venue: ⁠Flor...
08/07/2024

When we say “Don’t be afraid of a little color” this is what we mean 😏⁠
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Today on the blog, we are breaking down a few key things to consider before you plan a destination wedding. We give you ...
08/05/2024

Today on the blog, we are breaking down a few key things to consider before you plan a destination wedding. We give you tips to avoid becoming venue poor, the nuance of pricing when it comes to other markets and what might surprise and frustrate you when getting married in a foreign land. ⁠

Let me know your thoughts and if you got married abroad, what was something you learned that surprised you? ⁠

Over the last week I went from Peru-Belgium-Germany-France-Belgium and now I’m back in the office working on an epic wed...
07/31/2024

Over the last week I went from Peru-Belgium-Germany-France-Belgium and now I’m back in the office working on an epic wedding for wonderful clients getting married in Charlottesville, Virginia! They say one of the best things about traveling is coming home and we definitely consider Cville home sweet home 🥹

When planning a wedding in Charlottesville, there are a few things you need to know outside the typical:⁠

1. The town itself is freaking awesome!! It’s a mini foodies paradise just a stones throw away from Shenandoah National Park.⁠
2. You could spend an entire week visiting all of the bucolic wineries and breweries there are and still not see half of them.⁠
3. There are some amazing lodging options from luxury resorts to boutique hotels and charming airbnbs but it books up fast so make sure it’s at the top of your priority list! ⁠

There are so many other charming reasons Charlottesville is a dream location for weddings and if you want to hear more of them, give us a call and we’ll be happy to share a few of our favorite spots! ⁠


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Got back home last night from Europe and flying back out to South America to get Jhanira and Diegos magical wedding week...
07/15/2024

Got back home last night from Europe and flying back out to South America to get Jhanira and Diegos magical wedding weekend started and it’s going to be oh so epic, I can’t wait to share! ⁠

It’s been 2 years in the making and this one is filled with so many special details, fun design elements and thoughtful touches. Of course, I’m not one to ruin the surprise so hang around with us this weekend and see the magic for yourself! ⁠

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Trends come and go, but style is timeless.⁠⁠Don’t get me wrong, I love a fun new pattern, experimenting with color and b...
07/12/2024

Trends come and go, but style is timeless.⁠

Don’t get me wrong, I love a fun new pattern, experimenting with color and being bold with our design choices, but it’s indisputable that a classic silhouette and timeless beauty never go out of style. ⁠

Isabel is the perfect example of classic style and effortless beauty. ⁠

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Who’s afraid of a little color? Not us! From bold and brilliant to muted pastels. Color combos and pattern play are fore...
07/12/2024

Who’s afraid of a little color? Not us!

From bold and brilliant to muted pastels. Color combos and pattern play are forever our favorites. Take this amethyst themed table for Mia + Jason’s wedding. We took a metaphysical crystal theme to the next level with different themed tables for each stunning mineral. Amethyst showed out bold and bright with shades of purple and pink as multi-faceted as our beautiful bride.


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My cilantro post earlier had a lot of responses and I’m relieved to say the majority of you enjoy cilantro which means w...
07/10/2024

My cilantro post earlier had a lot of responses and I’m relieved to say the majority of you enjoy cilantro which means we can dine together happily.

It’s also interesting to think about catering for large scale events and how many people avoid certain foods in order to select “safe options” they think the majority of their guests will enjoy. In my honest (if not controversial) opinion, this can lead to a bland, boring menu. Instead of offending the delicate sensibilities of a few guests, you’ve now bored the heck out of the majorities taste buds.

All this to say, go with your gut (literally) and select your wedding menu with care and passion. Don’t be afraid to be daring. Chances are aunt Gertrude who only eats beets and corn beef will either be pleasantly surprised or will stop at McDonald’s on the way home like the majority of guests at weddings with a bland menu do anyway 🤷🏻‍♀️

Picture of our stunning bride Stacey who not only didn’t serve bland food, but instead served 3 different leeks including this traditional Korean hanbok 😍 an icon, even if the verdict is still out on her cilantro opinion 👀

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We believe that everyone deserves a happy, beautiful, joy-filled wedding day. No matter the location, budget, guest coun...
07/10/2024

We believe that everyone deserves a happy, beautiful, joy-filled wedding day. No matter the location, budget, guest count or time of year. ⁠

The way we approach our wedding management says a lot about that philosophy. ⁠

Gone are the days of “day of coordinators” who show up to do the work but don’t get a chance to enhance any part of your wedding day. ⁠

Our clients end up saving time and money by hiring us but the biggest flex of all is the peace of mind we bring to the chaos when you have a million different directions in front of you and don’t know how to start or where to go! ⁠

Can’t hire us for event management? NBD! We have a Facebook group called “Wedding Planning 101” where we share helpful tools, tips, tricks and advice so you’re basically hiring us as consultants but for ✨free✨⁠

Looking for more helpful tips and guides? If you haven’t already, hop on over to our website and sign up for our email newsletter (that currently goes out once a month) and get a FREE budget spreadsheet that will help you kickstart your planning with ease and point you in the right direction! ⁠

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Last week I returned from a magical week in Provence. Celebrating my birthday in the south of France has been an incredi...
07/09/2024

Last week I returned from a magical week in Provence. Celebrating my birthday in the south of France has been an incredibly indulgent little piece of magic that I am so grateful for. It truly helps me reset mid-year and refocus what is most important.

It’s been a busy past few days of catch up but I feel I’m nearing the end of the priority list as we approach our next wedding in Peru next week!

This is also a milestone as it’s the 5th country we’ve planned events in and we honestly feel like it might end up in the rotation from just how epic it is.

I’ll just be over here preparing my body for all of the Peruvian food I can possibly consume, some epic rooftop sunsets and the best damn wedding weekend ever for 2 special people 🥹

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🍋La dolce vita🍋 A wedding on the amalfi coast is a dream come true. Suspended on a cliffside, surrounded by a lemon grov...
07/09/2024

🍋La dolce vita🍋

A wedding on the amalfi coast is a dream come true.

Suspended on a cliffside, surrounded by a lemon grove and loved ones, dining under the grape vines and dancing under the stars.

Are you ready to plan your European dream wedding?

With all of the beautiful places in the world to get married, it’s really hard to pick a venue! If you’re at that point ...
07/08/2024

With all of the beautiful places in the world to get married, it’s really hard to pick a venue! If you’re at that point and you need some guidance, here’s what we recommend: ⁠

1. Start with your guest count and budget. What’s your max budget and minimum guest count? Did you know many of our clients spend only 10% of their budget on their venue? That means if you have a $15,000 venue, your overall budget may be $150,000.⁠

2. Create a list of 5 must haves/dreams for your wedding location. After you have both created your short list, swap lists with your partner and number them in order of importance from 1-5. Now you know what your top 3 characteristics of a venue will be. ⁠

3. This is the part where hiring a planner comes in. You know what you want, you can identify your overall budget and guest count capacity. A planner can then take that information, do the research, back and forth and rfps and find your dream venue for you! If you aren’t ready to hire a planner yet, you’ll need to do the legwork of finding the venues within certain areas that check off all the boxes but it’s much more doable now that you have the framework done! ⁠

What part of the planning process have you been stuck on?⁠


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Even if you miss out on engagement photos in the lavender field, you can always do a session with your awkward dog.     ...
07/04/2024

Even if you miss out on engagement photos in the lavender field, you can always do a session with your awkward dog.

A green striped bar and a market umbrella makes a quintessential summer soiree! ⁠⁠Vendor Team Instagram Handles:⁠Photogr...
06/27/2024

A green striped bar and a market umbrella makes a quintessential summer soiree! ⁠

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The gathering of loved ones over a meal is a sacred practice. Performed by people from all walks of life and every cultu...
06/25/2024

The gathering of loved ones over a meal is a sacred practice. Performed by people from all walks of life and every culture for as far back as recorded history goes. ⁠

This is why we spend so much time and attention to the little details and creating these magical moments you and your loved ones can savor. ⁠

When the candlelight glows just right, the menu is tantalizing and the views of the mediterranean sea lap at the cliffside below you, it can turn a curated meal into a transformative experience. This is why we do what we do.

Taco Tuesday is great, but we think these tiny tacos should be served each and every day. ⁠⁠I have long held the belief ...
06/18/2024

Taco Tuesday is great, but we think these tiny tacos should be served each and every day. ⁠

I have long held the belief that tiny food is better and that’s why crafting a custom menu with your favorite foods makes your wedding experience so special! Where are my fellow foodies at?

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oh hi there! It’s been quite a while since I’ve introduced myself and with so many new friends and new members of the TO...
06/12/2024

oh hi there!

It’s been quite a while since I’ve introduced myself and with so many new friends and new members of the TOME family I wanted to pop in and introduce myself!

My name is Rachel and I’m the founder and creative director of The One Moment Events, a company I founded a whopping 10 years ago. That’s right, my business is now double digits!!! A few fun facts people might not know about me are below to give you a little insight as to who I am!

1. I live in Richmond with my two pups, Bear & Smalls. Their personalities are absolutely apparent with this photo. I actually haven’t done any weddings in Richmond yet BUT we are very interested in doing some event in our own backyard so if you’re looking to get married here 👀 shoot me a dm and we can see what kind of amazing weekend we can dream up!

2. When I’m not in Richmond, I’m traveling! Last year I traveled to multiple continents, countries and states over half the year and filled up my passport! Now I have a fresh new one that I’m breaking in as we speak. Travel is my passion and exploring what makes places so interesting is part of why I excel at destination weddings! I currently reside half the year in Belgium and again, while I haven’t done any events here yet, there are some stunning chateaus I can’t wait to get my hands on!

3. I’ve recently revived my interior decorating & styling business. When I’m at home I’m painting, rearranging furniture, searching for gorgeous vintage finds and making home feel just as cozy and beautiful as the events I create. I’m excited for this new chapter that allows me to continue working with clients in such an intimate and fun way and create magic for them in whatever chapter of life they are in!

4. Green is my favorite color but you won’t find me shying away from any color! Last year I painted my dining room pink, last week I painted my kitchen pink and when I’m back from Europe nothing is safe from me and my paintbrush! I LOVE incorporating color, unique design and personality into events, home design etc. so if you are a fan of any of those things, let’s be friends!!!

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Color pops bold and beautifully throughout this wedding design. One of our all time favorites that we will stan into ete...
06/07/2024

Color pops bold and beautifully throughout this wedding design. One of our all time favorites that we will stan into eternity. ⁠

Just goes to show that great design is ageless. Excruciatingly beautiful design lives just outside of your comfort zone, let’s take it into the stratosphere.


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“Evening falls. Someone’s playing a dulcimer⁠Northampton-style, on the porch out back.⁠Its voice touches and parts the a...
06/03/2024

“Evening falls. Someone’s playing a dulcimer⁠
Northampton-style, on the porch out back.⁠
Its voice touches and parts the air of summer,⁠

as if  it swam to time us down a river⁠
where we dive and leave a single track⁠
as evening falls. Someone’s playing a dulcimer⁠

that lets us wash our mix of dreams together.⁠
Delicate, tacit, we engage in our act;⁠
its voice touches and parts the air of summer.⁠”
-Marie Ponsot



perfect precious peach and brilliant bright blue. This color combo such a classic! ⁠⁠We created a lovely layered look fo...
05/30/2024

perfect precious peach and brilliant bright blue. This color combo such a classic! ⁠

We created a lovely layered look for Caroline and Forrests special day with 3 different looks that linked together to create magic. This look, a blue paisley setting topped with mango wood charger, a blue plate and hints of blue in the salad plate all sat as the perfect pedestal for a custom menu card with hand lettered es**rt card ban. ⁠

An ivory napkin wrapped lightly in a natural horn napkin ring is placed atop flanked by the most delicate birch wood flatware. You’re looking at 9 vendors combined to create this tablescape lewk that never stops serving. ⁠





















There are trends and then there are just plain old good ideas. Doing a dress change into something sleek and stylish for...
05/29/2024

There are trends and then there are just plain old good ideas. Doing a dress change into something sleek and stylish for dancing is now officially a MUST in our book. ⁠

Things we can do without? Bouquet tosses, his side/her side and until the ceremony to see each other. ⁠

What’s on your wedding day must have list?

Holiday weekends are best for celebrating what’s important and getting the most out of ever minute! ⁠⁠I wrote for an art...
05/27/2024

Holiday weekends are best for celebrating what’s important and getting the most out of ever minute! ⁠

I wrote for an article on to help you make the most of your 3 day wedding weekend so if you’re contemplating one, go check it out! Link in bio! ⁠

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It’s the weekend, kick off your weekday woes and step into your dancing shoes. The TOME team has double weddings this we...
05/25/2024

It’s the weekend, kick off your weekday woes and step into your dancing shoes. The TOME team has double weddings this weekend in Charlottesville and Leesburg! We’ll be styling all the dreamy details for both weddings and capturing each mesmerizing detail.

best dressed guests! ⁠⁠When it comes to your wedding design, why not let your guests play a part?⁠⁠Long gone are the day...
05/22/2024

best dressed guests! ⁠

When it comes to your wedding design, why not let your guests play a part?⁠

Long gone are the days of vague 2 word dress codes and leaving loved ones to raid racks hoping for the best!⁠

One of our favorite things about wedding websites is adding all the dreamy details like mood boards and inspo for dress code so everyone understands the assignment. ⁠


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The springtime breeze, the shimmering image of the trees mirrored in the water, and the boundless affection from loved o...
05/21/2024

The springtime breeze, the shimmering image of the trees mirrored in the water, and the boundless affection from loved ones. A magical ceremony led to cocktails in the garden followed by a 5 course meal and special libations for all to enjoy well into the evening. Cheers to A&B on your anniversary!

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For every new client we book, I’ve decided we will donate $100 to a charity. A few weeks ago I shared another shelter we...
05/19/2024

For every new client we book, I’ve decided we will donate $100 to a charity. A few weeks ago I shared another shelter we donated to and today Squish’s story captured me and we have donated to help little Squish with her recovery! If you also want to make a donation, no matter how small, you can visit the link in this initial post! Any little bit helps these shelters doing the work to help the pups!! ❤️

On your wedding day, why not zip off for a moment while the party happens and the sun sets. First voyage as a married co...
05/14/2024

On your wedding day, why not zip off for a moment while the party happens and the sun sets. First voyage as a married couple! We’re chuffed to bits! 🇬🇧

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Perfectly placed settings are just one of my passions. Assembling the look with color, contrast and a bountiful amount o...
05/06/2024

Perfectly placed settings are just one of my passions. Assembling the look with color, contrast and a bountiful amount of texture is key. It takes a village and we are always happy to create something dreamy with our awesome community for our fabulous clients 😍

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Happy birthday Steve!I’ve historically tried to keep my social media pretty strictly business and separate from my perso...
05/04/2024

Happy birthday Steve!

I’ve historically tried to keep my social media pretty strictly business and separate from my personal life but in 2024 I’m blurring the lines a little bit to introduce 2 parts of my life that are huge and inevitably intertwined.

Steve and I met in Portugal in the summer of 2022 and have been fortunate to travel together ever since. We have been to multiple continents and countries and have had the most epic experiences and gone through some frustrating trials. All the while hand in hand and ever stronger.

I feel blessed to celebrate his birthday with him this weekend, especially because we live an ocean away.

So happy birthday Steve, the one who makes me believe in myself, in fairytales and that true love exists. I’m so happy I get to spend it with you! ❤️❤️

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