Your Champagne Wishes Events, LLC

Where to Say "I Do"

2012-01-30T10:45:00.000-05:00

So now that you are engaged, once of the first and most important decisions that you and your fiance need to make is where you two should say, "I do". You know what they say, location...location...location.

That doesn't mean that you have to get married in a church and have your reception in a ballroom though. If your style is southern, why not try a barn? You may be surprised what rental items can do for the decor.

An outdoor wedding doesn't mean it has to be in a garden. A courtyard or in front of a tree are romantic and creative options as well. Whatever you decide, make it reflect your style.

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Sneak Peek: Alycia & Ralph

2012-01-27T10:30:00.000-05:00

We wanted to share with you a sneak peek of a great fall wedding that we did the floral design and coordination for. Isn't this a beautiful bouquet? Stay tuned for lots more great pictures coming soon!

Your Champagne Wishes Events at Olive Soiree

2012-01-11T10:35:00.010-05:00

In mid October, Olive celebrated 10 years in business by having a circus themed soiree at Paisley Umbrella. Olive is a collection of vintage dresses including wedding and bridesmaids dresses designed by Katreisa Raines.

Here is a peek into the outside tented area of the party taken before guest arrived. The fall weather was cool enough for us to enjoy the night air under the lighted tent.

Everyone had a fun time taking pictures at the photo area with vintage props. Here is one of the models posing for the camera in an Olive dress.

Your Champagne Wishes Events was delighted to be asked to design the flowers for the event! We designed fun colorful centerpieces to accent the estate table.

We wish Olive many more years of success!

Great Maternity Session!

2012-01-04T10:30:00.008-05:00

We wanted our very first post of 2012 to be about a new beginning. A big congratulations goes out to one of our 2009 couples who are expecting their first child this year!

We love staying in touch with our couples and just had to show these great photos to you. Such a cute maternity session that they took to share their big news with family and friends. Don't you agree?

Photos courtesy of Morgan Cogswell

Happy Holidays from Your Champagne Wishes Events!

2011-12-21T10:00:00.004-05:00

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2012 Color of the Year

2011-12-09T10:15:00.004-05:00

Every year we anxiously wait to see what color Pantone, the authority on color, will announce as the color of the year. Last year it was Honeysuckle for 2011.

Yesterday, Pantone announced that Tangerine Tango is the "it" color for 2012. I'm sure we will see this color in plenty of upcoming weddings.

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Happy Thanksgiving!

2011-11-23T11:05:00.006-05:00

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I Do Over Premiere

2011-11-09T10:16:00.006-05:00

Back in July, I was delighted to be invited to Diann Valentine's I Do Over Premiere and Sneak Peek at The Biltmore Ballrooms in Atlanta. I Do Over finally premiers Sunday on We TV. So I wanted to show you pictures from the great party.
This is the breathtaking pink wall that lined the hallway before we entered the ballroom. Notice the flowers in the shadow boxes.

This is a great long shot of the beautiful room set up.

This is the stage and televisions where we were able to hear from the lady of the hour, Diann Valentine and be the first ones to see the premiere episode of the show.

Last but not least, this is Diann posing in her gorgeous gown in front of the We Tv wall.

I can't wait until Sunday night!

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Congratulations Nicole & William (Part 2)

2011-11-04T11:04:00.009-04:00

There's nothing more romantic than a room full of candles. Here are the floating candle and rose petal centerpieces that we did for the guest's tables.

Everyone spent most of the night on the dance floor. Including the bride who had the time of her life.

The three tiered wedding cake looked almost too pretty to eat.

Then it came time for the bouquet toss.

The wedding guests hated for the party to end, but we sent the newlyweds off with a bang!

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Congratulations Nicole & William (Part 1)

2011-11-02T10:22:00.004-04:00

This summer we assisted Nicole and William with their romantic July wedding celebration.

They were married on the pier facing the Chattahoochee River at Roswell River Landing in front of family and friends.

The lovely bride wore a gorgeous gown and the groom looked very handsome in his tuxedo against a peaceful background.

Stay tuned for pictures of their reception.

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Wish Lanterns

2011-10-26T10:02:00.008-04:00

I am all about making wishes come true. So I just love wish lanterns. They are a unique touch to add to your wedding reception celebration. Your guests will love wishing you two a great new life together. This is a wonderful send off at the end of the night.
Don't worry. These paper lanterns are biodegradable and easy to use. So...make a wish and light up the sky!

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Soiree at Paisley Umbrella Friday

2011-10-12T10:28:00.004-04:00

Come celebrate Olive style this Friday! If you haven't already done so, RSVP for the 10 year anniversary celebration at Paisley Umbrella from 6-10. It is sure to be a great night of fun, food, and cocktails. We are delighted that our flowers will be part of the celebration.

A Soiree at Paisley Umbrella!

2011-10-05T10:29:00.017-04:00

Don't you just love parties? Olive is celebrating its 10 year anniversary by having a party at Paisley Umbrella next Friday October 14Th! The party will be a traveling circus inspired soiree under a tent.
It's your chance to meet the vendors of Paisley Umbrella and have an opportunity to see floral designs by Your Champagne Wishes Events. We are excited to be a part of this event and help Olive celebrate.
Don't forget to RSVP. See you there!

Congratulations Nicole & Rashaad!

2011-09-28T09:46:00.003-04:00

On a steaming hot summer afternoon in July, Nicole and Rashaad exchanged their wedding vows and became husband and wife.

The lovely bride was escorted down the aisle of the outside ceremony at Atlanta Botanical Garden by both of her proud parents.

I had a wonderful time being the coordinator and floral designer for the husband and wife doctor and lawyer.

I used orchids,roses, and lilies to make the bride's casual yet elegant wishes come true!

Details....details.....napkin folds

2011-09-21T09:30:00.003-04:00

There are lots of details to think about when planning your wedding. Here is one that you may not even think about, but it does add to the style of the design of your table setting. Your napkins. So here are just a few possibilities if you want your napkins folded fancy.

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Meet Alycia & Ralph

2011-09-14T10:26:00.001-04:00

Meet Alycia and Ralph. In a couple of weeks, my team and I will be assisting them have the wedding of their dreams.

I have had a wonderful time working with our couple with all of the details of their day. I am excited to be doing double duty once again by being their coordinator and floral designer.

Stay tuned for pictures soon.

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Brooch bouquet

2011-09-07T10:06:00.003-04:00

I've written about crystal bouquets and feather bouquets as alternatives to traditional flower bouquets. Another option is a brooch bouquet. Brides are loving this current trend because some of them don't like flowers or they have floral allergies. Another great reason to do brooch bouquets is to show off family heirlooms.

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Congratulations Renee & Robert!

2011-08-31T09:22:00.010-04:00

Back in April, our team assisted Renee and Robert on their big day. The loving couple got married at the Westin in Buckhead.

The bride fused her Persian culture throughout the day's activities. One of the highlights was the belly dancer who also did a dance with a sword that was on fire!

After a fun night of dancing, the couple's three hundred guest enjoyed some of their 5 tiered wedding cake. The cake as well as the rest of the wedding nice and colorful.

Congratulations Renee and Robert. Here's to love, laughter, and happily ever after!

A Splash of Color "Wish List"

2011-08-24T10:30:00.007-04:00

I love having discussions with brides about how to incorporate color into their wedding. Most brides grow up dreaming of their wedding all of their life. One of the first choices you might make are what colors you wants to include. Once you decide on your colors, some brides don't know how to use those colors throughout the day. So here are a few ideas for you.

I found this great inspiration board. As you can see, if bringing in color is on your wish list, there are endless ways to do it. You can bring in color on your bridesmaid dresses, bouquets, invitations, shoes, men's ties, your cake, chair sashes, lighting, drapery, and my favorite, signature drinks. But you don't have to stop there. Have fun with it. Happy planning!

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Sneak Peek: Nicole & William

2011-08-17T10:00:00.008-04:00

A few weeks ago, I got to share in the wedding celebration of Nicole and William Tyler. The ceremony and reception took place at Roswell River Landing. Here is a sneak peek of the fantastic day that the newlyweds had. Stay tuned for more photos!

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Brides Against Breast Cancer Gown Sale

2011-08-10T10:20:00.008-04:00

Brides if you are looking for a wedding gown and want to help a great cause at the same time, then come to Brides Against Breast Cancer Gown Sale at Atlanta Marriott Northwest this weekend. See you there!

Sneak Peek: Nicole & Rashaad

2011-08-03T10:30:00.000-04:00

In July, I had the pleasure of being the wedding planner and floral designer for Dr. and Mrs. Rashaad Jones. The wedding took place at The Atlanta Botanical Garden. Here is a sneak peek of their big day.

Stay tuned for more pictures!

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Wedding Day Planner Launch Party

2011-07-27T09:43:00.005-04:00

Last night, I went to the Wedding Day Planner Launch Party at Sweet Water Brewing Company. I suspected that a lot of Atlanta's wedding professionals and engaged couples would be there. So, I was wondering how all of the invited guests were going to fit inside of the brewing company. I was excited to see a big white tent outside when I arrived which meant the party would be inside and outside.

Wedding Day Planner is a resource for engaged couples to assist them in finding vendors as well as giving them tips and checklists to help them stay organized.

All of the food and the desserts were delicious. I had a great time networking with the best in the Atlanta wedding industry as well. I even went on a tour of the brewery to find out how Sweet Water makes their beer.

Meet Nicole & Rashaad

2011-07-20T09:20:00.015-04:00

I want to introduce you to Nicole and Rashaad! I have the pleasure of being their wedding planner and floral designer for their wedding this weekend.

You can tell how adorable they are and how much they love each other from their engagement photos taken by Ellery Harris of A Touch of Class Photography.

I can't wait until their beautiful garden wedding this weekend. Stay tuned!

The Premiere & Sneak Peek of I Do Over

2011-07-13T10:09:00.006-04:00

July is an exciting month for Diann Valentine and WE tv. On Sunday July 24, I Do Over premieres. However, I am fortunate enough to live in Atlanta, Georgia and be a part of our wonderful wedding and event community. I have been invited to the premiere and sneak peek of I Do Over at The Biltmore tomorrow night.
Even the pictures on the invitation are gorgeous. I can't wait to see what Diann has in store for us at the premiere and on the show!

Meet Nicole & William!

2011-07-06T09:45:00.000-04:00

Nicole and William will be jumping the broom this month. I have had a wonderful time assisting Nicole plan her intimate summer wedding.

Our lovely couple did their engagement shoot at Roswell Mill and it sets the tone for their outdoor wedding. I can't wait to share their wedding celebration with you!

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I Do Over

2011-06-29T10:00:00.000-04:00

If you have read my blog before, then you have seen other posts about her. Wedding and event planner, interior designer, author, and invitation designer Diann Valentine is now the host and co-executive producer of another great wedding show on We tv! Diann has designed weddings for well known celebrities such as Usher, Lela Rochon, Martin Lawrence, Kelis, Jennifer Williams, Shawn Stockman, and Toni Braxton.
I Do Over premiers on Sunday July 24TH. On the show, Diann gives six couples with wedding disasters the opportunity for a "do over". They pull out all the stops to give the couples the weddings of their dreams. That includes the venue, caterers, the gowns, musician, decor, and all the the other many details that it takes to design, plan, and execute a fabulous wedding.
Brides, if you want to get inspired and see how wedding dream can come true, then I Do Over is not to be missed!

Atlanta Food Trucks are Here!

2011-06-22T10:20:00.019-04:00

Food trucks have been popular in other cities such as New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles for years. I am happy that they have recently come to Atlanta. I am a big fan of creativity, so I am delighted that some couples are incorporating them in their wedding celebration.

Your guest will be delighted to eat simply delicious food. Some great items that Atlanta food trucks serve are sliders, tacos, hot dogs, burritos, fries, cupcakes, cookies, and Popsicles.

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Turn up the lights in here....I want you to see this!

2011-06-08T09:45:00.009-04:00

A recent Association of Bridal Consultants Atlanta meeting is my inspiration for this post. I enjoy being an active member of this organization so much so that I assist in planning our regular meetings. This particular meeting was about transforming a room with lighting.

You have several options to choose from such as break up patterns, pin spotting centerpieces or washing the walls with color. Here are some beautiful pictures I found where lighting did just that at wedding receptions.

Remember to include lighting in your wedding planning budget.
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Inspire Smart Success Experience

2011-06-01T09:30:00.007-04:00

I am always eager to learn how to grow my business and make it better for my clients and myself. So I regularly attend conferences and networking events.

Last week, I attended Inspire Smart Success produced by Stacie Francombe. It was more than just a conference, it was an Experience. Look at all the great speakers that we got to learn from. They are top wedding and event industry planners, designers, caterers, producers, publishers, and owners of their own businesses who have been in front of or behind the scenes of television and magazines.

We took several breaks throughout the day to eat breakfast, lunch, and network with the speakers and each other.

The speakers lounged on white leather couches while taking turns telling us about their experiences and answering lots of questions from the attendees.

The view from our W Hotel ballroom was a breath taking view of Midtown Atlanta.

Towards the end of the day, we were delighted to indulge in the dessert bar.

I was so glad that I was able to be a part of this Experience!

Sneak Peak: Renee & Robert

2011-05-25T09:30:00.000-04:00

Last month, we had the pleasure of working with Renee and Robert on their wedding at the Westin Buckhead. Here is a sneak peak of the happy day. Stay tuned for more great pictures!

Art Vows

2011-05-18T09:45:00.000-04:00

Your wedding vows + beautiful art = a new creative way for couples to turn their personal vows into a piece of art that lasts a lifetime. Introducing Art Vows. You choose whatever text, color, and art that you like to get the look that you want on paper or canvas that lasts a lifetime.

Here are just two of the styles that I love. If you love Art Vows and want to include your parents and wedding party you can. They also have matching parents gifts and wedding party gifts.

T is for Tulip

2011-05-11T09:52:00.001-04:00

Tulips are a beautiful choice for your wedding bouquet. They not too romance, not too elegant, and not too creative...it's just right! What's even better is that the meaning of tulip is perfect love. What else needs to be said on your wedding day except we've found perfect love?

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The Royal Wedding

2011-05-04T09:31:00.006-04:00

Last Friday, I was on of the countless viewers watching Prince William marry Kate Middleton. The 1,900 invited guests began arriving at Westminster Abbey more than two hours before the ceremony began. One of the first things I noticed was all of the beautiful and creative fascinators and hats the ladies wore.

We only got a quick glimpse of the bride as she came out of the Goring Hotel. So everyone anxiously waited for Kate to step out of her car to get a better look at her. She wore a gorgeous white laced long sleeve gown by Sarah Burton. Everyone was all the buzz about her unexpected posy bouquet of myrtle, lily of the valley, sweet William, and hyacinth. Another unexpected topic of discussion was the bride's sister Pippa's white dress which was also designed by Sarah Burton, because bridesmaids do not normally wear white.

After the hour long catholic ceremony full of choir songs and readings in the church decorated with trees, the bride and groom rode in style in their horse drawn carriage to Buckingham Palace. Prince William looked very handsome in his red military uniform.

Everything was perfectly timed for the day right down to the time when everyone anxiously waited for the newly titled Duchess of Cambridge and Prince William to go out on the balcony and have their first public kiss. The newlyweds seemed a little shy about the kiss. Then all of a sudden they delighted the crowd with a second kiss.

I will admit that I was impressed with the celebration, but the entire time I was waiting for one of the many children that were the bridesmaids and pages to get restless and act up. To my surprise, they were very well behaved. Even when 3 year old Grace van Cutsem frowned and covered her ears, she was adorable.
It will be interesting to see what trends will emerged because of the things that we saw at the royal wedding. Will more brides wear long sleeved lace gowns and carry smaller bouquets? Will more guests wear hats to the ceremony? Will bridesmaids wear white? Will more couples depart in horse carriages? Will we see more trees as decor? What do you think?
Happy planning!

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Food station at your wedding

2011-04-27T09:52:00.006-04:00

A great alternative to the traditional plated or buffet dinner for your wedding reception are food stations. Food stations are a way for you to get creative with your dinner and offer a variety of choices for your guests to enjoy. This also allows guests to get what they want and exactly how much they want of it.
Some wonderful choices of food stations are: mashed potato bar, pasta, seafood, Asian, Mexican, cheese or chef carving station. That's just to name a few, because the selection is endless. This is a great idea for both large or intimate receptions.
Happy planning!

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Your Champagne Wishes Events Published!

2011-04-13T09:15:00.018-04:00

Your Champagne Wishes Events, LLC is honored to have one of our weddings featured this week on Munaluchi Bridal Magazine's blog! You may remember Zoe and Tino, they were our 2009 wedding planning contest winners. Team Wishes loved their marriage proposal story and everything about the couple. We were delighted to assist them in making their wedding wishes come true.

Here are a few of our favorite moments of their BIG day.

We were excited to see their romantic, elegant, and creative wedding on Munaluchi's blog. Don't they look great?

Eye Candy for the Romantic, Elegant, Creative Bride

2011-04-06T09:30:00.004-04:00

Did you know that Your Champagne Wishes Events also offers floral design services? We wanted to give our readers a little "eye candy" sample of our work.

Are you a romantic bride? Here is a little rustic romance for you. We just love mason jars. Don't you? If you are a modern elegant bride here is a little platinum sparkle for you. We haven't forgotten about our creative bride. Here are some colorful floral jewels just for you!

Jumping the Broom

2011-03-30T10:00:00.000-04:00

What happens when a down home groom and an upscale bride's family meet at their wedding? According to the Jumping the Broom trailer, hilarious chaos. The T.D. Jakes production starring Paula Patton, Laz Alonzo, Angela Bassett,Loretta Devine, and a cast of other great actors and actresses opens Mother's Day 2011. I think that I will be first in line in Atlanta!
FYI, jumping the broom is slave tradition done at the end of their wedding ceremony. The newlywed that jumps the highest is said to run the house.

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Fusion Wedding "Wish List"

2011-03-23T09:46:00.021-04:00

A fusion wedding is when you combine two cultures or two religion into one. With a lot of brides and grooms from different nationalities getting married to each other, their wedding day is a wonderful time to pay tribute to each of their distinct cultures and heritages.

Clothing is one way to show off your cultural pride.

The same holds true for couples of different religions getting married. Incorporating little touches of both religions will please family member on both sides.

Having communion together is a wonderful way to share your first meal.

Follow your wishes!

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Sunflowers

2011-03-16T09:49:00.002-04:00

We are up to the letter S in our flower meaning series. Deciding what flower to feature was a no-brainer. Who doesn't look at sunflowers and smile? They make a unique bouquet and may not be for every bride, but those that choose them make a statement!
Sunflowers mean adoration and devotion. If you want to show that you adore and are devoted to your soon-to-be, they make the perfect choice for your wedding flower.

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Macaroons

2011-03-09T09:16:00.003-05:00

They are called macaroons. Whether you want to describe them as a cake, biscuit or a cookie, they are delicious! Originally from Italy, but made famous by the French, this light dessert is a wonderful alternative to cakes or cupcakes at your wedding reception.
As you can see from the picture, they come in a variety of colors and flavors making it easy to tie them in with your special day. It's also a great choice as a favor for your guests to take home. Edible wedding favors are always a big hit.

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Cotton Bouquet

2011-03-02T09:31:00.012-05:00

I love a lot of things about what I do, but the one thing that excites me the most is working with a bride and groom who aren't afraid to think outside the box and be creative. Here is a great example of a creative couple. I simply adore this cotton bouquet and boutonniere.
Now I will say that it isn't for everyone, but if you want your wedding to be memorable, sometimes you just have to go for it!

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Google Wedding Tools

2011-02-23T09:50:00.005-05:00

Google recently launched some new tools to help engaged couples simplify planning their wedding. Their wedding website will help you keep guests informed about all the important details of your wedding such as directions to your venue, where you are registered, and it even allows them to RSVP. Picnik allows you to use your own photos to create personalized announcements, save the dates, and etc.
Another great tool is Google Docs which helps stay organized with guest lists, to-do lists and much more. Finally, Picasa web album is a great way to share photo inspirations with your friends and family.
The designs throughout the tools were created by destination wedding planner Michelle Rago. For more information visit.
Happy planning!

A Venue with a View "Wish List"

2011-02-16T09:10:00.000-05:00

We have brides who come and to us with different ideas of what they envision for their wedding day. All brides have reasons for deciding what venue they select for their wedding celebration. Even if having a venue with a view wasn't on your "wish list", when you tour a event space with a magnificent view, you may just change your mind.

The Ventanas is one of Atlanta's newest facilities. It has floor to ceiling windows that offers a fantastic view of downtown. In fact, ventanas means windows in Spanish. Let's not forget the rooftop view or the view from the helipad.

We wouldn't do this post justice if we only showed you outside views. The Georgia Aquarium has one of the best views in town and it's inside! There won't be a lack of conversation when you have whales swimming around you.

You don't have to be a member of The Buckhead Club to host a wedding there. Here is another great view of the city. This time it is of Buckhead.

The Atlanta Botanical Garden not only has the prettiest flowers in town, but it also has a great view of the skyline from the Gazebo.

Happy planning!

You have to kiss a lot of frogs....

2011-02-14T08:45:00.001-05:00

There is a saying that you have to kiss a lot of frogs before you find your Prince Charming. Although we can't help you find your prince, when you do find each other and he proposes, that's were we come in.
So you are engaged...now what? You don't have to go through the process of wedding planning alone. Contact us so that we can discuss how we can assist you get what you want on your wish list.
Happy Valentine's Day!

Winnie Couture Atlanta

2011-02-09T08:57:00.001-05:00

Last month, I started off the new year by touring one of Atlanta's newest bridal salons. Winnie Couture has salons in Beverly Hills, Houston, and now Atlanta. They are located in the heart of Buckhead on Peachtree Road.
Winnie Couture has several collections of gowns ranging from romantic, elegant, and contemporary to cater to any bride's style. They also have a wonderful selection of destination gowns and sparkling accessories.
Happy shopping ladies!

Real Housewives of Atlanta Season Finale

2011-02-02T08:58:00.000-05:00

If you are a fan of the Real Housewives of Atlanta like I am, I'm sure that you were glued to your TV on Sunday night for the season finale. We watched in anticipation all season as Cynthia planned her wedding to Peter. I'll admit, there were quite a few times when I wondered why she didn't just hire a wedding planner.
Some brides think that they don't need to hire a wedding planner because their wedding venue has a site manager, the catering company has a banquet captain or they have a wonderful friend with style who will help out. Wrong!
Living in Atlanta myself, I know that we have a lot of wonderful vendors in this city. We all play an important part in assisting you plan and execute one of the most important days of your life.
Your full service wedding planner's job is to help you put all the pieces of your wedding together during the planning stages, wedding rehearsal, and the big day. We are there every step of the way sharing our knowledge and experience with you. Your wedding planner helps you stay organized, refer you to vendors, negotiate so that you get what you want at a price that you can afford, show you ways to cut costs, work with your vendors, as well as manages all of the details on your special day so that you can relax and enjoy it!
After all, this is a one-time thing for you, we do this for a living. We are armed with checklists and time lines....and we are not afraid to use them! So ask yourself, how do you want to spend your wedding day?

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Stop to Smell the Roses

2011-01-19T08:57:00.000-05:00

With all the different flower choices available for brides to decide from, you could spend a lot of time just selecting what flowers to use. But I say, sometimes you just need to stop and smell the roses! Okay...okay, so I wasn't the first person to say it, I know. I am just the one reminding you.
Let's face it, roses are romantic and elegant. A bride can not go wrong with roses as her choice. They come in many different colors and are available year round. Roses mean love and passion, which is exactly what you need for a marriage to last a lifetime.

A Bride for all Seasons

2011-01-12T08:58:00.005-05:00

It is time again for Four Seasons Hotel Atlanta's annual A Bride for all Seasons. This afternoon of luxury is a bride's opportunity to satisfy her 5 senses. You can see some great design ideas, hear from some of Atlanta bridal experts, taste delicious food, touch beautiful things you may have never seen before, and smell the flowers.
The event is being held at the Grand Ballroom in Four Seasons Atlanta on Sunday January 23rd at 2:00 PM. Bridal tickets are $45 and your guests pay $25. Happy planning!

A Southern Wedding "Wish List"

2011-01-05T08:58:00.005-05:00

When I think about wedding in the south, I think about the charm of an outdoor garden, winery, or farm wedding.

The ladies are using hand fans or under the shade of parasols to get a little relief from the sun. The ceremony and reception sites are full of beautiful flowers such as magnolias and hydrangeas.

You are sure to see a mason jar either as part of the decor or as a glass for some sweet tea or lemonade. Guest enjoy a big dose of southern hospitality as they eat comfort food or listen to great music.

What southern wedding would be complete without a groom's cake?

All of these things and so much more....are why I love southern weddings! Are any of these things on your "wish list"?

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2011 Color of the Year

2010-12-29T08:58:00.001-05:00

Pantone LLC, is the world-renowned authority on color. They have chosen honeysuckle as the color of the year for 2011 because it is encouraging, uplifting, courageous, confident, and vital.
You are sure to see this reddish pink color in plenty of bridesmaid and flower girl dresses this year. As well as men's ties. We look forward to seeing it in the months to come.

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Happy Holidays!

2010-12-22T08:55:00.003-05:00

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Cranberry Sparkler

2010-12-15T08:58:00.004-05:00

If you are planning a holiday party this month, a simple yet delicious signature drink to serve is a cranberry sparkler. All you need is for ingredients are cranberry juice and champagne.
Directions: Pour equal parts into a chilled glass. Garnish with a cranberry and enjoy!

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Peony

2010-12-08T08:58:00.006-05:00

The peony, to me is truly the definition of romance. So when it came time for the letter P in our flower meaning series, of course I had to pick the peony. It has a large full bud. As you can see from the picture above, it is beautiful closed up or fully open.
Peonies are known to mean happy marriage. So it's the perfect choice for wedding flowers.

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Mozzarella + Tomatoes

2010-12-01T08:57:00.000-05:00

One of the perks of working in the wedding and event industry the last few years is all the delicious food I get to sample at tastings and events! Mozzarella & tomatoes is by far one of my favorites. It is a great light hors d'oeuvre to start with and your guests will love it.

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Wishing You a Happy Thanksgiving!

2010-11-22T08:59:00.006-05:00

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Get Married's Time Square Wedding

2010-11-02T08:57:00.006-04:00

As you may have heard, Get Married Media will host the first-ever wedding in Times Square on New Year’s Eve on December 31, 2010.
Bethany Phillips—the blushing bride-to-be, will marry her sweetheart-- Geoffrey Dubie, whom she met while deployed in Iraq. The two will marry in front of millions of revelers in Times Square, and millions more on TV, thanks to Get Married Media and the producers of the world famous New Year’s Eve celebration-- Times Square Alliance and Countdown Entertainment.
Not only will the two marry in front of the eyes of the world, but they will allow America to vote on each and every detail of their wedding day—from the dresses, to the cake, to the flowers and the honeymoon.
You can vote on which David’s Bridal wedding gown Bethany will wear on her big day. Week after week, you can also visit GetMarried.com for more exciting voting including the bridal gown choices starting next week Monday, November 8TH.

Orchid Bouquets

2010-10-20T08:57:00.000-04:00

We are up to O in our flower meaning series. So of course we wanted to talk about the orchid. Orchids come in thousands of different varieties. They are known to be delicate and exotic. Some of the meanings of orchids are love, affection, beauty, and refinement. It is a great choice as one of your wedding flowers, but it is beautiful enough to stand alone like seen here.

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Flower Girls

2010-10-13T08:57:00.003-04:00

It is tradition to have a flower girl included in your wedding celebration. The flower girl usually delights the wedding guests by dropping rose pedals down the center aisle for the bride to walk on. When they cooperate, they can be an adorable part of the ceremony.

One way to keep your flower girl from having the responsibility of tossing pedals, is to simple have her carry a pomander around her wrist down the aisle. These are wonderful for younger girls that may be a little frightened.

Here are some tips to help you choose the right little girls. Traditionally, flower girls range from 4-8 years old. The younger the girl, the greater the chance that she will be too frightened to perform her duties. Also, it is good to have activities during the reception to keep them occupied so that they won't get bored.

David Tutera & Diann Valentine

2010-10-06T08:55:00.001-04:00

Over the past few weeks I have had the wonderful opportunity to meet two very talented wedding and event designers while they were in Atlanta. To say they are only designer would be an understatement though, because they are each accomplished authors and television personalities.

First up in September was David Tutera who spoke to his audience at Che'ne Rouge about creating a wedding with personal style. He also talked to us about his TV show My Fair Wedding. It was great seeing pictures from his many past events and hearing funny stories about upcoming episodes of his show.

Last weekend it was Diann Valentine. One thing I noticed about her was that she never stopped smiling. Anyone near her could see how excited she was about what she does for a living. She gave the crowd great entertaining tips and told us about some of her celebrity clients such as Usher and Toni Braxton.

It was wonderful meeting two people that I really admire. They gave us a chance to ask as many questions as we liked and it was fun taking pictures with them.

David shared exciting news about his wedding gown collection and Diann showed us samples from her invitation collection. I can't wait to see what they each have planned next!

Manzanita Trees

2010-09-22T10:02:00.001-04:00

Manzanita branches have become an important part of event design in the last couple of years. One of the reasons for this is because they can be used in various ways to give you totally different looks and feels. One option is to spray paint the branches silver and have them dripping in crystals. Another option would be to hang flowers from the branches. Either way, it's a winner!

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Fig + Prosciutto

2010-09-15T08:56:00.003-04:00

I love...love...love fig wrapped in prosciutto! It's a delicious burst of flavor in your mouth. That makes it a wonderful hors' douevres for your wedding's cocktail reception. But don't just take my word for it, try it for yourself. You won't be disappointed.

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Four Weddings on TLC

2010-09-08T08:58:00.004-04:00

We all know that there are a lot of wedding shows on TV now. One show that I like watching is called Four Weddings. A new season premiers on TLC this Fridays at 10 PM. Four Weddings is a show where 4 brides compete by judging each other's weddings based on major details such as the venue, dress, food, originality, and overall guest experience. The bride that scores the most wins a four star honeymoon.
One of the reasons that I like watching the show is because I like hearing each bride's difference perceptions. It's very interesting to me how everyone can be at the same wedding and have totally difference impressions. Sometimes the wedding that I liked the best wins and sometimes I am disappointed at the outcome, but that's another reason that I like the show.

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Lilacs

2010-08-30T08:58:00.007-04:00

Another wonderful choice of a flower for your wedding is the lilac. Lilacs represent first love and youthful innocence. This is a beautiful choice in purple or white.

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Wish Upon a Wedding Atlanta Launch Party

2010-08-23T08:55:00.014-04:00

Last Thursday night, I attended the Wish Upon a Wedding Atlanta launch party.

Wish Upon a Wedding is the first non-profit wish granting organization that provides weddings for terminally ill individuals. The organization was founded in January by Liz Guthrie of California. Since then, many chapters have started in cities all across the United States.

The Atlanta chapter's launch was at The Mansion Elan. The board of directors put together a very entertaining event for attendees. The entertainment included aerial artists.

The guests, which included industry pros, volunteers, and future wish recipients, were also entertained by fire artists, and stilt walkers.

There were so many choices of hot food to eat as well as some great desserts. Including this tempting smores station.

Your Big Send Off

2010-08-16T08:53:00.009-04:00

The way you leave your wedding or reception may be the last experience that your guests have with you of your wedding celebration. So how do you want them to see you off?
Traditionally, guests would throw rice. However most churches and venues don't allow this anymore. So here are a few options for you.

First up is rose petals. Who wouldn't want to be showered in petals?

A bubble send off is always fun. Get a bottle of bubbles in an adult's hand and fond memories of childhood come back to them. They usually have more fun with the bubbles than the children do.

Another great option, especially for night time, is sparklers. When guests find out that they get to hold sparklers, they get very excited. Have fun choosing!

Your Champagne Wishes Events on Get Married TV

2010-08-11T08:55:00.004-04:00

This Saturday, Nicole from Your Champagne Wishes Events, LLC will be on Get Married TV! If you have been living under a rock the last couple of years, you may not know what Get Married is. Get Married is what we call a triple threat. They have a national TV show, magazine, and a great website with tools and tips.
Get Married airs every Saturday on We TV at 9:30 AM. Watch host Stacie Francombe help make wedding planning a piece of cake for brides and their families.

Color Inspirations

2010-08-04T08:51:00.001-04:00

I'm not going to say much on this post, because these fabulous photos speak volumes for themselves no matter what your wedding color is!

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Congratulations Katisha & Freddie

2010-07-28T08:54:00.017-04:00

Last month, my amazing team and I had the pleasure of assisting Katisha and Freddie have the wedding of their dreams.

I can't say enough about the vibrant and bold colors our couple choose. The bride wanted to bring color into The Wimbish House. So we added pops of lime green and eggplant purple to compliment the touches of gold in the mansion.

The couple and their guests were all smiles when they were proclaimed husband and wife.

Our bride's gorgeous bouquet was a mixture of large and small white flowers. We choose classic roses with ranunculus and peonies.

The couple's dance lessons paid off as they entertained their guests during the first dance routine.

Here is a look at all the single ladies waiting for their chance to catch the bouquet.

The groom and I kept the planning of the horse and carriage ride a big secret from the bride. She was so excited when she walked outside on the porch and saw the surprise we had in store for her. Here's to another job well done!

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ABC at Georgian Terrace Hotel

2010-07-23T08:54:00.011-04:00

I love it when it is time for our Association of Bridal Consultants meetings. This time, we decided to go the the Georgian Terrace Hotel in Midtown Atlanta.

The busy hotel was recently renovated, but still remains a classic in Atlanta.

There are several ballrooms in the hotel and private dining rooms in the hotel's restaurant the Livingston to choice from for your next event.

A big part of our meetings is education. This week, our guest was Maxine from Edge Design Group who did a wonderful emergency flower demonstration for us.

Atlantan Bride at Mortons

2010-07-19T08:52:00.012-04:00

I was delighted to receive an invitation when The Atlantan Brides Magazine asked the top wedding planners in Atlanta for an exclusive preview. Last Wednesday, we enjoyed a delicious three course dinner in the private dining room at one of Atlanta's finest rehearsal dinner venues, Morton's The Steakhouse.

Here are pictures of our dinner menu, our bouquet centerpieces, the cutest DJ I've ever seen (the cake), and the great view of outside seating by the fountain.

Hydrangeas Anyone?

2010-07-14T08:53:00.013-04:00

We are up to the letter H in our flower meaning series. Another very popular wedding flower is the hydrangea. One of the meanings of hydrangeas is understanding. What more can you ask for from your new spouse?

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Engaging!

2010-07-07T07:49:00.002-04:00

Meet Katisha and Freddie. They are one of my favorite couples so far and I had the pleasure of working with them on their wedding celebration.

Here are the two having fun outside at their engagement photo session. Just one look and you can see how in love they are.

I can't wait to show you some fantastic photos from their wedding celebration. Stay tuned!

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Gerbera Daisy

2010-06-23T08:56:00.001-04:00

Gerbera daisies are one of the most popular flowers in the world. These large head flowers come in many bright bold colors like the ones seen in this wedding bouquet. Gerbera means innocence, purity, or cheerfulness. So of course that makes it the perfect flower for your wedding.

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Artmore Hotel Midtown Atlanta

2010-06-16T08:50:00.004-04:00

Last Thursday, I attended the Artmore's Night Under the Stars Event and Venue Showcase. The hotel invited local wedding and event industry professionals to tour their newly renovated suites and meeting spaces.

I must say that I loved the courtyard. The fire & water pit was a great place to hang out and socialize. When I took a peak in one of the guest's rooms, I had to resist taking a nap on one of the inviting beds.

The Artmore seems like a great place for an intimate stay or a reception right in the heart of Midtown, Atlanta on West Peachtree.

Purple Martini

2010-06-09T08:49:00.003-04:00

If one of your wedding colors is purple, a purple martini is the perfect signature drink for you. You will get the royal color that you want and your guests will love that it is a martini.

Ingredients:

2 oz of vodka

3/4 oz purple juice drink

1/2 oz triple sec

Ice

Directions:

Pour ingredients in shaker. Shake well and pour into a chilled glass. Enjoy!

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Venue Tour

2010-06-01T08:48:00.003-04:00

Last week, I had the pleasure of going on a venue tour of Windermere Country Club with Notable Weddings. Here is just a little taste of what we saw.

We rode in style in a pink Hummer with a group of lovely brides and their maids of honor and had a great time learning what Windermere has to offer for weddings. The food, cupcakes, and music were all great!

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Dahlia

2010-05-05T08:42:00.001-04:00

Isn't this a beautiful bouquet? It's made of dahlias, which come in hundreds of varieties and an endless choice of colors. It is a great summer wedding flower.

The dahlia is a native plant of Mexico, Central America, and Columbia. The meaning of the dahlia is dignity and elegance.

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ABC Regional Conference

2010-04-28T08:37:00.015-04:00

Last weekend, I traveled to Huntsville, Alabama to attend the Association of Bridal Consultants (ABC) Southeast Regional Conference at the Westin Hotel. I am proud to be a member of ABC, which is the oldest and largest group of wedding professionals in the world.

We enjoyed two days of wonderful activities starting with a book signing and networking session, a welcome reception, and a priceless round table discussion in our pajamas Saturday night!

Sunday's session was jam packed full of great food and wonderful speakers. First up was David Wood the President of ABC. We also heard from Shinar Hurd, Shay Freeman, and a representative from Sandals Resorts. Our headline speakers were the very talented author and wedding planner Mary Dann and author and magnificent designer Sasha Souza.

I had to take a picture of this adorable cake before they cut it. It was the perfect end to an exciting experience.

Ghost Chairs

2010-04-14T08:36:00.002-04:00

A great way to make your wedding reception or event very modern is to rent ghost chairs. The beautiful clear chairs match any color decor you select. They also come in a wide range of tints. I personally like the original clear and the black tinted ones.

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The Daughter-In-Law Rules App

2010-04-07T09:02:00.003-04:00

I wanted to tell everyone about a cool thing. Sally Shields, a wonderful author that I admire has an iPhone app inspired from one of her books called The Daughter-In-Law Rules. The App is called Daughter-In-Law Rules Quiz. You can download for free by going to the iAPP store on an iPhone and punching in: iDIL
Enjoy!

Calla Lily

2010-04-02T08:48:00.004-04:00

C is for calla lily of course. By far my favorite flower. I carried a similar bouquet to this one, except that it was white, when I walked down the aisle thirteen years ago to my wonderful husband.
Since purple is one of my favorite colors, I decided to show you how beautiful they can be in this royal color. In fact calla lily means magnificent beauty. I agree. Don't you?

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Tablescapes

2010-03-29T08:45:00.001-04:00

As a member of ABC (Association of Bridal Consultants) I get to participate in wonderful educational and networking meetings. At our March meeting, we had an exciting tablescape competition at 550 Trackside.

If you are environmentally conscious, you can do great things with a green themed table. Notice the cute party crashers at the table?

In February, I had the pleasure of being invited to Get Married A Toast to the South Soiree at Opera. There was a breathtaking mirrored table designed by Bold American Events & Catering.

As you can see from these great designs, you don't have to have a boring standard table design for your wedding, rehearsal dinner, shower, or any other event in your plans. Be creative!

Bells of Ireland

2010-03-24T08:41:00.000-04:00

The first time I saw these flowers my eyes got very big. I had to find out what these unique long stemmed green flowers were called. They are called Bells of Ireland and they mean good luck.

They are paired with two of my favorite flowers in this unique bride's bouquet. As you can see, they add a dramatic effect.

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Anemone

2010-03-19T08:44:00.004-04:00

This is the first post of our new Flower Meanings series. So we decided to start at the beginning of the alphabet with the letter A. We selected the beautiful Anemone. Anemone means to forsake or forsaken.

This is a clean tight centered flower and it would work well if your colors are black and white. Perfect for the bride ready to take her vow to "Forsake all others."

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More Pictures to Share

2010-03-15T08:38:00.007-04:00

Here are a few more pictures from last month's double wedding ceremony. Enjoy!

Both brides enjoying a quiet moment before the ceremony.

The couples enjoying hugs and kisses right after they are pronounced husbands and wives.

We sent the couples off to the reception with bubbles. Lots and lots of bubbles.

The two couples shared their wedding cake and the start of thier brand new lives together.

Our Family Wedding

2010-02-26T08:33:00.000-05:00

Is it true that when you marry someone that you marry their family? If so, Lucia and Marcus maybe in some trouble because of their meddling dads in Our Family Wedding. Not to mention Lucia's mom who is planning the wedding of "her" dreams.
Lance Gross and America Ferrera star as the loving engaged couple and Forest Whitaker and Carlos Mencia star as their dads. The cast also include Regina King and Diana Maria Riva. I love these stars, great wedding movies, and look forward to seeing this movie when it is released March 12, 2010.

photo courtesy of: http://www.foxsearchlight.com/

Double Wedding Ceremony

2010-02-17T08:01:00.002-05:00

What do 2 brides + 2 grooms =? Double the love of course! We had to share with you the double wedding ceremony of Cedar Wang to Howard Yu and Cindy Liu to Zhack Zhao. The two couples are very good friends who decided to share in this special time in each others lives by having their weddings together. So when was the best time to do this? Valentine's Day weekend of course.

Your Champagne Wishes Events, LLC had double duty coordinating for the couples and arranging all of the lovely flowers for the wedding and reception. It was a unique and wonderful experience working with two great brides who had very different visions to blend their styles together.

It rarely snows here in Atlanta, but wouldn't you know it snowed their wedding weekend. But a little snow wasn't going to stop these four. They drove off from the church to the reception with the top down on the bright yellow convertible Jeep as planned as if it was 90 degrees outside. Gotta love it!

Hope to share professional photos soon.

Valentine's Drink

2010-02-08T08:28:00.000-05:00

Valentine's Day is almost here. It is one of my favorite holidays, because it is a time to show the ones you love that you care. So whether you plan to spend a nice quiet romantic night at home with the one you love or have a fun night out on the town, make it special.

If you are looking for a special drink for Valentines try a Love Potion! Here is what you need:

2 oz cranberry juice cocktail

1 oz raspberry vodka
splash of grenadine

splash of lime juice

ice

Directions:

Shake ingredients in a cocktail shaker and strain into a chilled martini glass. Add raspberries and chocolate to garnish. Enjoy!

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Brides Against Breast Cancer Gown Sale

2010-01-25T08:09:00.000-05:00

Brides,
It is that time of year again!

Who: Brides Against Breast Cancer
What: Gown Sale
Where: The Defoor Centre located 1710 Defoor Avenue NW Atlanta, GA 30318
When: Sneak Preview Event! Thursday 01/28/2010: 6:00pm - 10:00pm (Reservations required for this ticketed event)
Friday 01/29/2010: 10am - 8pm (Free and open to the public)
Saturday 01/30/2010: 10am - 6pm (Free and open to the public)
Why: The gown sale allows brides-to-be a chance to find the gown of their dreams at a great price, while helping to make wishes and memory-making events come true!

Your Champagne Wishes Events, LLC wins 2010 Wedding Wire Bride's Choice Award!

2010-01-21T08:55:00.001-05:00

Atlanta, Georgia – Thursday, January 21, 2010 - WeddingWire, the nation’s leading wedding technology company, just announced Your Champagne Wishes Events, LLC has been selected to receive the 2010 Bride’s Choice Awards™ for Wedding Planning!

The annual Bride’s Choice Awards™ recognizes and celebrates excellence in quality and service within the wedding industry, as determined by recent reviews and extensive surveys from over 500,000 newlyweds.

Your Champagne Wishes Events, LLC is among the top five percent of all vendors in the WeddingWire community, which includes over 100,000 wedding professionals across the US and Canada. Awards were given to winners across 19 different service categories, from wedding venues to wedding photographers.

“We are excited to recognize and honor the success of the top wedding professionals within the WeddingWire Community” said Timothy Chi, WeddingWire’s Chief Executive Officer. “The annual Bride’s Choice Awards™ program has given us the unique opportunity to highlight the best wedding professionals in each region as reviewed by brides and grooms who have utilized their services in the past year.”

We are happy to announce that Your Champagne Wishes Events, LLC is among the very best Wedding Planning within the WeddingWire Network, which includes WeddingWire and Martha Stewart Weddings. We would like to thank our past newlyweds for nominating us for the 2010 Bride’s Choice Awards™.

For more information, please visit our WeddingWire Storefront today here .

About WeddingWire, Inc. WeddingWire is the only online wedding planning resource designed to empower both engaged couples and wedding vendors. WeddingWire enables engaged couples to search, compare and book over 100,000 reviewed wedding vendors nationwide, from wedding photographers to wedding cakes. WeddingWire also offers an online community and a suite of cutting-edge planning tools, including wedding websites and wedding checklists, all at no charge. For wedding vendors, WeddingWire provides free online management tools creating the only market opportunity that gives businesses control over their clients, reviews, leads and performance. In addition, WeddingWire has partnered with Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia, Inc. (NYSE: MSO) to provide its network of local vendors and online wedding-planning tools in the Weddings section of http://www.marthastewartweddings.com/. For additional information, please visit http://www.weddingwire.com/.

Bacon Wrapped Shrimp

2010-01-11T07:55:00.002-05:00

Bacon + Shrimp = Heaven. Two of my favorite foods paired together. What could be better?
If you are looking for a dish for your wedding reception or rehearsal dinner that will surely be a big hit with your guests, why not try bacon wrapped shrimp?
It is shrimp kicked up a notch. Sounds so good! Don't you agree?

Wedding Guest List 101

2010-01-04T08:41:00.002-05:00

One of the first things that you should tackle in your wedding planning process is your guest list. You should consider what family, friends, and coworkers that you want to invite. Your fiance will also have people that he will want to invite. Let's not forget both sets of parents will remind you of people that you must include. Before you know it, you have a huge guest list.
Your guest list is very important because it determines everything from the number of invitations, place cards, and guest favors that you order to the size of the room and number of tables and chairs that need to be reserved. The more tables and chairs you need, the more linens and centerpieces you will need as well. Your guest list also determines the amount of food, beverages, and staff you must pay for to have happy guests.
Some people choose to have two guest lists. The first list is the must invite list. Those close family members and friends that you can not see celebrating one of the most important days of your life without. The second group are people that you would like to attend if someone from the first list is unable to make it. This method works well for many people. Use whatever system works best for you and your family so that you will have an enjoyable day.

Merry Christmas Everyone!

2009-12-21T09:07:00.001-05:00

2010 Wedding Trends

2009-12-16T08:49:00.006-05:00

I wanted to share with you some predictions for 2010 wedding trends by Get Married and The Wedding Report.
Among the top 10 bridal trends for 2010 appealing to recently engaged brides are:

1. Non-linear aisle
2. Comfort foods with a kick
3. Gifting techie gadgetry
4. Texture-inspired invitations
5. Old, new, borrowed and cobalt blue
6. Wear-again bridesmaid dresses
7. Three-dimensional save-the-dates
8. Old Hollywood glam, for men!
9. Blogger brides abound
10. Personalized plus

According to Get Married, the new bridal trends are all about personalization and expressing your unique bridal style.

Here are some trends from The Wedding Report that I love:

1. From the dress to shoes, vintage will be in big demand.
2. June 2010 will be busier than normal. Couples that put off their 2009 June wedding, because of the recession have booked for June 2010.
3. Candy buffets will be very hot.
4.Warm, bright, bold, and vibrate color tones are in for 2010.
5. In vintage style, black and white photography shots will be in higher demand.
6. While it hasn't gone mainstream, video streamed live weddings will continue to gain interest.
7. Tungsten is the hot metal for 2010, couple are looking for both engagement rings and wedding bands in tungsten.

Candy Cane Martini

2009-12-07T08:24:00.000-05:00

It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas! Christmas time means corporate events, holiday parties, and family gatherings. If you are looking for a great drink this season, try a candy can martini.

Ingredients:
1/2 oz Peppermint Schnapps
1/2 oz Creme de CaCao
1/2 oz vodka
Ice

Directions:
Shake ingredients well and strain into a martini glass rimmed with crushed candy cane. Then garnish with a candy cane. Enjoy!

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Wedding Gown Styles

2009-12-01T08:38:00.005-05:00

Selecting a gown to wear is one of the biggest decisions you will have to make for your special day. Not only do you want to feel beautiful, but all eyes will be on you after all!

Here are a few gown styles to give you some inspiration on the choices that you have to choose from. If romance is your style, then a princess gown like the one above may be for you.

You may prefer a classic A-line like the one above. Unless you prefer a sexy mermaid style seen below.

Or you may want a slinky sheath like the picture below on your special day.

Whatever style you prefer, take your time and select the gown that makes you feel like a queen for the day!

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Ring the Alarm

2009-11-12T08:45:00.000-05:00

Ring the alarm, it is almost time for engagement season to start! A lot of men use the holiday season to propose to their girlfriends. So men, whether you choose Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years, or Valentines day to propose, here is a little ring inspiration for you.

Chocolate Fondue Heaven!

2009-11-09T08:07:00.004-05:00

A couple weeks ago I went to a premier tasting event for Dipp'd-The Fondue Experience. I love love love chocolate so deciding whether or not to attend this event at the Alpharetta Athletic Club was not an option.
This is one of the tables set up with milk chocolate and a milk chocolate flavor creation with whiskey in it. We also enjoyed white chocolate and dark chocolate tables with delicious flavors such as pumpkin with our strawberries, marshmallows, and brownies.
A fondue is a great idea for an intimate dinner or dessert for two or a large group. Talk about delicious!

A Lounge at Your Wedding Reception

2009-11-04T08:37:00.002-05:00

Adding a lounge at your wedding reception will be a big hit with your guests. Not only is it a comfortable place for people to congregate, but it is a great focal point if your reception room is a little on the boring side. Your rental company has many different styles to choose from so that you can get the look and feel that you desire.

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