Introducing "The Cabins" at Cypress Club: Drivable Destination Wedding Venue Outside of Austin Jan 24, 13
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More and more brides want to do something a little different for their wedding. A trend that keeps on growing is destination weddings. The thought of leaving the day-to-day bustle of everyday life is very appealing, especially for the biggest celebration of your life! But, sometimes, the logistics (friends and family taking off of work, finding a time that works for everyone, asking people to spend their money on a trip/airfare, etc.) can make the planning process a bit difficult.
Good News! You can do your dream destination wedding within 30 miles of Austin city limits on the south shores of Lake Travis. You and your guests are sure to enjoy the accommodations at the Cypress Club.
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The Cypress Club is the perfect place to plan your wedding. Not only do we offer one of the most breathtaking settings to host your wedding and reception with pristine Lake Travis shorelines, manicured grounds, guest seating under a grove of oak trees and customized rental packages, but we are also unveiling our brand new overnight accommodations, “The Cabins.”
Our private luxury cabins, available to rent May 1, 2013, will feature 1- and 2- bedroom upscale bungalows complete with private decks, outdoor showers and fireplace in the bathroom. With outdoor teak furniture, Zen-like landscaping, light & earthy décor, these cabins provide a serene place for relaxation.
Rancho Mirando to Throw Open House to Unveil Their Event Pavilion Jan 23, 13
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Join Rancho Mirando for an open house celebration, January 27, 2-6 p.m., as they present their newly completed and stunning Event Pavilion designed by AIA award-winning architect Mark Canada. Enjoy appetizers, cocktails, cake tasting and more!
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Thursday's Trend: Valentine's Day Wedding Inspiration Jan 17, 13
If you are planning a Valentine's Day wedding this year or in the future, we wanted to whett your inspiration with a few of our favorite Valentine wedding theme finds! Even if you don't get your Valentine's Day wedding, heart-themed weddings are always in style.
We "heart" the groom's boutonniere, and the cupid-like "arrows" in the cupcakes are charming!
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Look at this hairstyle! Fabulous. You can entwine flowers or satin ribbon in the braid as a substitute for a veil.
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The "XO" designs on this cake are subtle, but super chic.
Are You Prepared for Dallas' Biggest Bridal Show of the Year? Jan 15, 13
Come experience one of the best bridal shows so great that they had to make into two days. With more than 300 wedding professionals mingling with brides at the Dallas Market Hall this January 26th and the 27th, it is sure to be the bridal event of 2013.
Where: Dallas Market Hall
Date: January 26th and 27th, 2013.
Time: 10 AM- 5 p.m. (both days)
Admission: $12 for adults; $6 for 14 years old and under. Cash only, please. Or purchase your tickets here.
Preview fashion shows, register for fantastic prizes, sample music from disc jockeys, musical performers, sample culinary delicacies, see photographers portfolios, and network with some of the best in the industry.
DMNmedia Acquires Design Guide Publishing Company, Strengthening Luxury Portfolio Jan 14, 13
Media Contact: Stephanie Hoefken
214-891-7693
stephanie_hoefken@richards.com
DMNmedia, the marketing solutions group of The Dallas Morning News, Inc., has acquired the assets of DG Publishing, Inc. (DGP), a portfolio company of Elm Creek Partners, a Dallas-based private equity firm. DGP is a magazine publisher of high-end resource guides including Design Guide Texas and The Texas Wedding Guide. The purchase further strengthens the News’ media portfolio in the luxury magazine segment and will complement FD Luxe, a premium lifestyle magazine targeting affluent consumers in North Texas.
Design Guide Texas (www.dgpublications.com), published two times per year, is the state’s premier source for the finest home furnishings, products and services available, and is distributed to interior designers, affluent homes valued at more than $750,000, newsstands, events and clients throughout Dallas, Houston, Austin and San Antonio.
The Texas Wedding Guide (www.txweddings.com), published two times per year, is the state’s ultimate wedding planner, keeping readers up-to-date on the latest wedding trends, and is distributed throughout Texas to registered brides, bridal shows, bridal boutiques and newsstands.
“The DGP brands have been leaders in their respective markets for more than 20 years,” said Richard S. Alfano, Group Publisher and General Manager, DMNmedia, who will lead this business. “We look forward to expanding the reach and comprehensiveness of our multimedia services in the home interior, wedding and luxury lifestyle categories to our consumers and clients.”
“We are delighted to have completed this transaction. Under DMNmedia’s direction, we see even more opportunities for readers, advertisers, and employees,” said Zach Wooldridge of Elm Creek Partners.
The Dallas Morning News Acquires Design Guide Publishing Company, Strengthening Luxury Portfolio Dec 24, 12
DG Publishing, Inc. is excited to announce it has joined forces with The Dallas Morning News. Design Guide Texas and The Texas Wedding Guide look forward to working with them to continue delivering quality to our homeowners, design professionals, brides, and wedding professionals.
Below is the formal press release.
Media Contact: Richard S. Alfano
214-977-8995
ralfano@dmnmedia.com
The Dallas Morning News Acquires Design Guide Publishing Company, Strengthening Luxury Portfolio
DALLAS-December 19, 2012- The Dallas Morning News announced today that it has acquired certain assets of DG Publishing, Inc. (DGP), a magazine publisher of high-end resource guides including Design Guide Texas and The Texas Wedding Guide. The purchase further strengthens The Dallas Morning News’ media portfolio in the luxury magazine segment and will complement FD Luxe, the premium lifestyle magazine targeting affluent consumers in North Texas.
Design Guide Texas (www.dgpublications.com), published two times per year, is THE source for the finest home furnishings, products and services available and distributed to interior designers, affluent homes valued at more than $750,000, newsstands, events and clients throughout Dallas, Houston, Austin and San Antonio.
The Texas Wedding Guide (www.txweddings.com), published two times per year, is the ultimate wedding planner, keeping readers up-to-date on the latest wedding trends and distributed throughout the state of Texas to registered brides, bridal shows, bridal boutiques and newsstands.
“The DGP brands have been leaders in their respective markets for over 20 years," says Richard S. Alfano, Group Publisher & General Manager, The Dallas Morning News, who will lead this business. "We look forward to expanding the reach and comprehensiveness of our multimedia services in the home interior, wedding and luxury lifestyle categories to our consumers and clients."
The Twelve Pains of Christmas Dec 12, 12
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We are delighted to once again present Texas-based wedding planner and superstar, Donnie Brown, Donnie Brown Weddings and Events, in his eighth installment of many upcoming, monthly contributing columns. You may know him from the popular TV show, “Whose Wedding is it Anyway?”
Well-known for his direct and vivacious personality, he is sure to keep us in stitches with his humorous opinions and sometimes, unbelievable tales from his experiences as a planner over the years. In addition, he will keep readers up-to-date on the latest bridal trends and “must haves.”
Here, in his next column, Donnie takes a brief detour from weddings to spread Christmas cheer, or should we say, fear?
Hilton Garden Inn
Whether planning rehearsal dinners, weddings ceremonies and receptions or even honeymoon stays, in-the-know brides have learned that at Hilton Garden Inn they can have the same on-site banquet halls, delicious food and attentive service for a greater value. You can count on us to make your event a success.
Cabbage Roses vs. Peonies Nov 26, 12
Peonies have become quite the must-have flower for brides when it comes to their bouquets and floral arrangements. Who can blame them? They're a full flower, but still have a delicate, graceful air to them. They're a stunning and happy sort of flower. Unfortunately, peonies are not always in season. We recently discovered they have two seasons: Domestic and Peruvian. The Domestic peonies are in bloom from the end of May through mid June, while the Peruvian peonies bloom from the last week of November through about the second week of January.
Before you despair, take heart! We have glad tidings to share. There is this wonderful alternative flower, which almost look identical to peonies and is pretty much available all year round. You may even love this flower more than the peony. It's called a Cabbage Rose. This particular rose has a large petal count and open very similarly to peonies (or cabbages, hence the name). Look at the two photos posted above. Can you tell which bouquet is made up of peonies versus cabbage roses? We can tell you the one on the right is not made up of peonies.
So, there you have it and now you know there are alternatives/look-alikes to flowers that are not in season.
What the Groom Really Thinks About Weddings Nov 20, 12
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We are delighted to once again present Texas-based wedding planner and superstar, Donnie Brown, Donnie Brown Weddings and Events, in his third of many upcoming, monthly contributing columns. You may know him from the popular TV show, “Whose Wedding is it Anyway?”
Well-known for his direct and vivacious personality, he is sure to keep us in stitches with his humorous opinions and sometimes, unbelievable tales from his experiences as a planner over the years. In addition, he will keep readers up-to-date on the latest bridal trends and “must haves.”
Here, in his next column, Donnie lets us eavesdrop on a few exchanges between bride and groom, and things the guy will say during wedding preparations:
I have heard the groom say so many hilarious things about weddings and the planning process. It reminds me of that episode of I Love Lucy when the girls traded places with the guys for a week. Ricky and Fred found out real quick what Lucy and Ethel had to deal with day after day. Here are some of my favorites.
