The Knot Georgia

The new Fall/Winter issue of The Knot Georgia magazine just hit stands last week. I was honored that Your Champagne Wishes Events was able to be a part of the popular publication. You can find me on page 46 in the Expert Advice Section. My feature is called Catching up with a Planner.

I was able to give brides tips on everything from making and keeping their budget, figuring out their wedding style, design details that are normally forgotten, to adding local flavor on their wedding day. Readers also got to see some colorful flower choices that I used in a bride's bouquet, centerpiece, and to decorate a cake that would be perfect accents to a fall or winter wedding celebration. 

 

 

 

 

Wedding Cake Trends

I'll admit that when I first saw the naked wedding cake, I didn't like it. I thought, where is the butter cream...where is the fondant? Are they just going to leave it like that? LOL. However, I have changed my mind. Naked cakes are pretty cool. You get to see the perfectly shaped layers of cake and get to guess the filling flavors. I love the way this cake was beautifully adorned with flowers.

Unlike the naked cake, I fell in love with the marble cake the very first time that I saw one. Who can resist looking at the smooth texture and the swirls of color? It makes me want to cut a huge piece for myself.
If you love the look of traditional wedding cakes that's great. If you want something unique then the naked cake or the marble cake are two delicious options for you.

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Brides Against Breast Cancer

I'm always excited when Brides Against Breast Cancer comes to town. They are a non-profit organization that travels from city to city with designer wedding gowns. For brides, it's a chance to find the perfect wedding dress, save up to 85%, and help those impacted by cancer. 
I have volunteered the last few years when the tour came to Atlanta. This year I am super excited because I have been asked to be the city coordinator. Once again, I get to be a part of a unique and rewarding event. 
The gown sale takes place April 6th and 7th. Brides, please visit www.bridesabc.org for more information and to register to attend. Happy shopping!

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Something Blue

Brides will be delighted to know that there is a new romantic fragrance inspired by one of the most important days of their life, their wedding day. Something Blue is a flowery scent by famous fashion designer Oscar de la Renta. The beautiful bottle had a blue top and since rings are an important part of weddings, it comes with a removable ring engraved with the designer's signature logo that she can wear.

Something Blue can be purchased at www.oscardelarenta.com, Bloomingdales or Saks Fifth Avenue. This makes a bride's search for something old, something new, something burrowed, something blue a little easier.

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Congratulations Tiffany & Aaron (Part 2)

My October bride told me what flowers she liked and here is the bouquet I designed for her. Hydrangeas, spray roses, and baby's breath look beautiful together. Visit Your Champagne Wishes Events to see more of my designs.

Tiffany did put down her bouquet for a few minutes to entertain her guests. Can you tell that she used to be a cheerleader?

This is such a sweet shot of the newlyweds posing at the bottom of the stairs to the reception area.

It was almost time to depart in their Rolls Royce getaway car, but Aaron couldn't resist dipping his new bride one more time.

Notice the popcorn? The groom loves it, so we had a popcorn favors table for guests to enjoy it too.

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Congratulations Tiffany and Aaron

I got to do some great weddings in 2012. One of which was Tiffany and Aaron's wedding celebration.

The outdoor ceremony and reception took place at Cator Woolford Gardens on a sunny October day.

I love it when I get to assist my couples with planning and floral design.

Instead of signing a traditional guest book or a framed photo, guest got to sign a quilt made for the couple.

Here are the newlyweds being announced as husband and wife at the start of their wedding reception. Stay tuned for part 2 and more great pictures!

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2013 Pantone Color of the Year

One of the things I look forward to every December is when Pantone announced the color of the year. Yesterday, Pantone unveiled that 2013's color of the year is Emerald. As a designer, I'm drawn to vibrant colors. Emerald green definitely fits the bill.

This year everyone had fun with Tangerine Tango, 2012's color of the year. I'm sure that next year won't be any different. Rest assured that you will be seeing Emerald everywhere in fashion, decor, and weddings in 2013 and I look forward to it! Photo

Congratulations Taya & Coolidge (Part 2)

The bride and groom had so much fun posing for pictures all around the facility, especially in the lounge at the piano.

Black, white, and canary were evident all throughout the day, including the beautiful wedding cake.

Everyone had a great time at Taya and Coolidge's wedding and was sad that the celebration had to end!

Congratulations Taya and Coolidge

In September, Your Champagne Wishes Events had the pleasure of working with Taya and Coolidge on their wedding day.

The couple's wedding colors were black, white, and canary yellow. I love the way Dee's Eyes Photography made the canary bouquet pop.

The wedding ceremony and reception were celebrated at Elaborate Events Facility in Duluth.

Empire State Building & Preston Bailey Contest

Celebrity event designer Preston Bailey and New York's world famous Empire State Building are teaming up for a Valentine's Day wedding contest. Although they receive many requests on a daily bases, this annual Empire State Building contest is the only opportunity for couples to get married at the landmark location.

On February 14, 2013 three lucky couples will win their dream wedding with the help of Preston Bailey.Contest details and rules will be posted on the Empire State Building's Facebook page and www.prestonbailey.com in mid-November and the winners will be announced in early January. Photo

Congratulations Joanna and Hunter!

Joanna and Hunter were married at Oakhurst Baptist Church in July. Then they celebrated their wedding reception with their families and friends at the lovely Cator Woolford Gardens.

It wasn't just the bridal party that jumped for joy, everyone was so happy for the newlyweds.

Cator Woolford Gardens was the perfect place for guests to enjoy lawn games all evening.

Photo booths are a hit at parties. Our couple's reception was no exception. The couple and their guests had a great time with the props at this booth.

Another current wedding trend that the couple couldn't wait to enjoy were delicious cupcakes. Congratulations Joanna and Hunter! A great time was had by all.

Meet Tiffany and Aaron

Meet Tiffany and Aaron! We have the pleasure of coordinating and designing the flowers for their outdoor fall wedding next month. They are looking forward to exchanging vows in a beautiful garden, playing lawn games, dining and dancing under tents with their wedding guests.

As you can see from their photo collage, the couple loves each other and know how to have fun!

Congratulations Connie & Will (Part 2)

Our July couple took some great shots outside on the streets of Buckhead just after being pronounced husband and wife.

Their wedding guest enjoyed a great sit down dinner.

After enjoying some great hors d'oeuvres first.

Everyone spent the evening eating, drinking, dancing, and eating wedding cake with the newlyweds.

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Congratulations Connie & Will (Part 1)

Earlier this summer Your Champagne Wishes Events coordinated the wedding of Connie and Will at 103 West in Buckhead.

It was an indoor intimate wedding celebration with only the bride and groom's closest family and friends in attendance.

The couple's red and white colors could be seen all throughout the day.

The newlyweds ventured out into the summer heat to take some nice pictures outside taken by Eric Wittmayer.

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Meet Ashley and Jamal

Introducing Ashley and Jamal! I love it when I get to share our couples engagement photos with you. Don't they just make the cutest couple?

I'm looking forward to their wedding day in October. I have the honor of being their wedding planner and floral designer and I can't wait to share pictures with you!

Munaluchi Style My Wedding Contest

Brides, would you like a chance to win a free wedding dress + up to five dresses for your bridesmaids? Munaluchi Bridal is having an exciting pinterest giveaway of Kathy Ireland for Mon Cheri dresses.

Hurry! The contest ends August 3rd. Visit www.munaluchibridal.com for contest details.

Lawn games at your wedding

We love sharing popular wedding trends on this blog. This year, brides and grooms are being creative and giving guests more options to have fun at wedding receptions other than just dancing. One option is lawn games.

Your guests will have so much fun playing games like croquet or tossing bean bags in corn holes boards. Come to think of it, so will you!

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Meet Joanna and Hunter

Allow me to introduce you to Joanna and Hunter. In a few short weeks my team and I have to pleasure of assisting them make their wedding wishes come true. Your Champagne Wishes Events loves creative couples. Most wedding receptions are normally inside, but not this time. Our couple will enjoy an evening outside under a tent and in lovely gardens with their guests. We look forward to sharing their wedding with you!

Wedding Decor Trends That We Love (Part 2)!

We wanted to share with you more trends being used in weddings. Chevrons are stripes of inverted V's. They were traditionally used on military uniforms to show the length of service. Today, they are being used in all areas of wedding design including invitations, cakes, linens, etc. Ombre means the gradual shading from light to dark. It is being used on fabrics, cakes, flowers, etc. Here is a great example on these bridesmaids dresses. Photo Photo