One of my wonderful brides called me one afternoon while I was on lunch. I almost let it go to voicemail since I was on a lunch date, but felt that I needed to answer that particular call. I picked up and my sweet bride was in tears!
She was just two weeks out from her wedding and had contacted her hired string quartet to follow up after a week or so of no responses to her emails or voicemails. The conversation did not end well and the string quartet bailed on my bride, leaving her extremely tearful and emotional. You can imagine, right?! The "momma bird" in me immediately went to assure my sweet bride that she would get her deposit back and that we would also secure another string quartet just two weeks out from her wedding.
I made one phone call and had secured a wonderful string quartet. Thankfully, they were availalbe for her wedding day!
An added bonus of hiring a wedding coordinator is having access to our contacts! I try very hard to make sure that I have the best possible list of vendors to work with any budget, style and client. What was turning out to be a very emotional and stressful situation for my bride was quickly resolved and even allowed her more customization in her music selections for her ceremony! What a bonus!
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
New Ad
My new ad with MediaSquib in Northwest Arkansas! You can find my ad at Shotz on Dickson Street, Jose's in Springdale, La Huerta in Fayetteville, and Western Sizzlin in Springdale!
Image with car vendor credits:
Flowers by Jules Design
Photography by Photo Love
Image with Bride and Groom vendor credits:
Photography by Beaty Photography
Real Wedding: Anna and Matt
I had the privilege of doing the "Day of" Coordination for a fun, sweet and loving couple last weekend and wanted to share the details of their beautiful wedding! Anna did a wonderful job working with her vendors to get the look she wanted!
Their ring pillow was custom made for them.
They held both the ceremony and reception at the Fayetteville Town Center. Anna had Eventures drape 1/3 of the room for the ceremony from ceiling to floor in white panels. The panels were later tied back with black ribbon to allow the guests to move into the reception area.
The aisle runner was lined with black rose petals to tie their black,white and silver theme together.
Two large Crystal Trees were set on their ceremony stage to give extra heighth to the room. These were up-lit to add a warm glow and Flora adorned the crystal trees with white Gardenias. The room smelt incredibly romantic!
Large crystal chandeliers and lanters were suspended from the ceilings that were also draped in the same white panels that draped the ceremony.
Groove Productions got them started with their first dance as husband and wife! They are such a wonderful couple!
This is one of my favorite cake table linens; such texture and drama.
Anna wanted to provide extra chic seating by bringing in this leather lounge that was cornered with four chandeliers.
The large arrangement that greeted their guests to the ceremony. Black baskets held their ceremony programs that were adorned with origami flowers.
I look forward to the pictures from Jeremy Cavness, that truly reflects the beauty of their wedding and what a wonderful job Anna did!
Their ring pillow was custom made for them.They held both the ceremony and reception at the Fayetteville Town Center. Anna had Eventures drape 1/3 of the room for the ceremony from ceiling to floor in white panels. The panels were later tied back with black ribbon to allow the guests to move into the reception area.The aisle runner was lined with black rose petals to tie their black,white and silver theme together. Two large Crystal Trees were set on their ceremony stage to give extra heighth to the room. These were up-lit to add a warm glow and Flora adorned the crystal trees with white Gardenias. The room smelt incredibly romantic!Large crystal chandeliers and lanters were suspended from the ceilings that were also draped in the same white panels that draped the ceremony.All of the guest's tables were showcased with large trumpet vases filled with baby's breath. Truly a focal point!
Groove Productions got them started with their first dance as husband and wife! They are such a wonderful couple!This is one of my favorite cake table linens; such texture and drama.A beautiful and clean-lined cake from Shelby Lynn's sat at top the gorgeous cake linen. The four tier wedding cake was adorned with white sugary flowers accented with black feathers and actual black ribbon threaded on the cake.
Anna wanted to provide extra chic seating by bringing in this leather lounge that was cornered with four chandeliers.
The large arrangement that greeted their guests to the ceremony. Black baskets held their ceremony programs that were adorned with origami flowers. I look forward to the pictures from Jeremy Cavness, that truly reflects the beauty of their wedding and what a wonderful job Anna did!All vendors involved in this beautiful wedding:
Dynasty (provided their get away black strech hummer limousine)
Jeremy Cavness (also provided the photobooth)
Friday, March 11, 2011
My new obsession: Maggie Austin Cakes
I am simply obsessed with Maggie Austin Cakes! She is located in Washington D.C. metro area and offers a "fresh interpretation of cake and cookie design...her designs display symmetry, elegance, and sophistication with the subtle yet unmistakable mark of houte couture." This last sentence explains why I love her, but her portfolio also speaks for itself:
I love the simple anemone and roses
Gorgeous and feminine "Rose Frill" cake
Perfect for a spring wedding with the "Hydrange and Frill"
This "Magnolia and Frill" cake will look gorgeous anywhere, but especially wonderful in the South!
Probably my favorite, the "Peony Frill." Peony is my ultimate favorite flower, add some frill and you have yourself an outstanding cake!
Thursday, March 10, 2011
2011 Trends: Flip Photobooths
We have seen what a great and fun hit the photobooths have been at weddings, now look at the flip photobooths! Your guests have 6-7 seconds to move about in front of the camera and when they are finished they get a wonderful flip photobook. You can customize the cover with your names and wedding date! You can even have a copy of each guests' time in the booth for you to look at on your honeymoon! :-)
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Stop-motion Save the Date
I saw this come across Style Me Pretty's facebook page and thought these were so unique. What's even more amazing is that Mallory Berry is right here in Fayetteville, Arkansas! While these look like a video production, you'll be surprised to find out how she does this.
Mallory states on her website that each video is comprised solely of hundreds of still photographs taken in succession-NOT video clips. What a unique way to announce your engagement, highlight your wedding or other monumental event in your life!
Mallory states on her website that each video is comprised solely of hundreds of still photographs taken in succession-NOT video clips. What a unique way to announce your engagement, highlight your wedding or other monumental event in your life!
Friday, February 4, 2011
Pop vs. Bang
I'm a little behind on my reading due to holidays and lately, all of the snow in Northwest Arkansas. I finally sat down to read my November 2010 issue of Brides Magazine! How sad. I did come across a small article that caught my attention and thought I'd share it with you!
How to Spend Your Money
Some wedding upgrades create a little excitement (POP!); others create a lot (BANG!).
Take a look:
POP: Uplights under the cocktail tables
BANG: Strings of paper lanterns
POP: Rose petals on the hors d'oeuvres trays
BANG: Rose petals on the tables
POP: Monogrammed hand towels in the bathrooms
BANG: Monogrammed cocktail napkins
Photo courtesy of The Art of the Occasion
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