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3 days ago
2 min

Cancer Can't Hold Back Love: Melissa and Mikey's Wedding

Imagine you’ve just received a terminal cancer diagnosis, you have a young daughter who is depending on you and a life partner who loves you

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Martine Dardignac

Aug 3
2 min

What’s the Difference in Planning an Online or In-Person Wedding?

Many people have chosen to postpone their larger receptions or to host smaller, elopement-style weddings because of the pandemic.

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Martine Dardignac

Jul 13
2 min

NYC Wedding Planner: Where Do We Go From Here?

It’s been a challenging year. I know, I know, that’s a real obvious statement. But I guess I’m also trying to explain why I haven’t poste...

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Martine Dardignac

Feb 17
2 min

All Vendors Are Not Created Equal

One of my biggest tasks when I’m wedding planning is creating a team of vendors that will be right for the couple. On the surface, this m...

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Martine Dardignac

Feb 4
3 min

Everything's Under Control

In the course of meeting with clients and potential clients, I often do a lot of educating. Sometimes it’s hard to put in to words exactl...

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Martine Dardignac

Jan 20
3 min

Wedding M.D. Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Wedding M.D. and The Capable Bride? Wedding M.D. provides wedding planning services that are designed to h...

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Martine Dardignac

Jan 6
2 min

Who's That Girl?

Welcome! My name is Martine Dardignac (pronounced dar-deen-yack, like cognac). It’s a super French name, although I am from New York. I’m...

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