Must-Have Great Gatsby Wedding Details May 09, 13
Who's excited about The Great Gatsby hitting theaters near you tomorrow? Any die-hard fans going to the midnight showing? For months (and longer) there's been this undeniable hype and eagerness for the upcoming film starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Carrie Mulligan. Although the overarching theme is tragic, it's hard to deny the glamour, major fashion shifts and opulence of that time period. It appeals to the rebel in us all, and a theme that translates so seamlessly into weddings.
So, we bring you our eight must-have wedding details to complete your "Great Gatsby" theme.
Art Deco Stationary
Give your guests a foretaste of what's to come with these Art Deco font invitations, RSVP cards and Save-the-Dates from NimbiDesign.
Two Things, One Favor for Your Guests May 07, 13
All of us look for shortcuts and would like one less thing to do or step to take. Here's a genius idea: Find a way to combine favors and name cards. Here are a few inspirations we found to get you started.
Photo by Style Art Life Photography
Mini tequila bottles with guest's name and corresponding table number (in Spanish, of course).
Photo via Something Tourquoise
Champagne in cans with a colorful, dotted straw with the guest's name written on a flag.
Little tins with sea salt inside for guests to take home and use to season their food with, which reads: "Thanks for adding flavor to our lives."
Two Must-Haves for Your Winter Wedding Ensemble Apr 26, 13
{Photo by Caroline Joy}
Yes, we know summer isn't even here yet, but we also know that some of you are already planning your winter wedding. Here are two must-haves that struck us as being important to your wedding ensemble: 1) berries in your bouquet to add some color festivity, 2) a fur bolero to keep out the winter chill and to add a luxurious look to your wardrobe.
What other items do you think are important to a winter wedding ensemble?
The Blushing Bride Boutique
"Where Your Love Story Begins…"
European inspired Bridal Marketplace located at 5th and Main Street in Historic Downtown Frisco.
Spring Boudoir Sale at Flirt Boudoir Photography Apr 12, 13
Flirt Boudoir Photography has some hot specials going on! Be sure to click the image to reserve and purchase your package, since it's first come, first serve.
Friday Fun: Steps to Slim Down Your Vendor List Mar 29, 13
An engaged couple is faced with countless decisions when beginning to plan their wedding: What is the theme? What are the colors? What will the décor entail? Which vendors are going to help us achieve the wedding of our dreams?
Solidifying the right vendors is one of the most important stepping stones to your wedding. If you’ve ever attended a bridal show, you know how overwhelming the sheer number choices for photographers, caterers, venues, wedding planners, bakers, designers, etc. can be. Here are some helpful hints from local expert and events and membership director, Jenna Heilman, of Cypress Club (The Reserve at Lake Travis), to assist you with your vendor selection.
Start with a reputable source
Use your resources, like Texas Wedding Guide, to compile a list of vendors that you are interested in. Don’t be afraid to ask for references; any reputable vendor will be happy to share some of their past clients with you. Then, narrow your list to no more than 3 vendors of each category. You will stress yourself out if you try to meet with every single vendor. More often than not, too many choices can be more damaging than too few.
Ask for a consultation
You need to interview your vendors, just like they need to interview you. Not every vendor is perfect for every bride. Bounce ideas off your vendors, tour the space to discuss the ceremony/reception options and ask for a personalized proposal. No two weddings are alike, so don’t settle for someone else’s template.
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FDL Bridal Show
The mission of FDL Bridal Show is to host boutique bridal shows, incorporating a high-energy, party atmosphere with bridal interaction. FDL provides instant gratification by introducing brides to immediate relationship building with future clients. They specialize in unique and outside-of-the-box thinking, inspiring brides and their clients the opportunity to do the same. They want everyone to have the time of their lives! Let them show you what it’s like to be their first priority. Join them at one of their shows today and meet their fabulous team!
Q&A: Wedding Gown Designer Kenneth Pool Reveals 2013 Trends Mar 07, 13
{Photo by F8 Photography}
Wedding gown designer Kenneth Pool made a special appearance for the Victor Harper Fashion Show at Stardust Celebrations in late February. We were able to snag this Q&A behind-the-scenes interview with him to hear the inspiration behind his designs, what brides are loving and what we have to look forward to this season in trends.
The Texas Wedding Guide: How would you sum up the essence of what the Kenneth Pool Spring 2013 collection embodies?
Kenneth Pool: It’s all about glamour.
TWG: Like “Hollywood” glamour?
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KP: It is a little like Hollywood, but not tacky Hollywood. It’s kind of old money glamour. The girls that buy from me really want to be on the red carpet when she gets married. It’s like her red carpet Oscar moment. She really wants to feel like a princess. They love embroidery, beadwork – and they really want to be over the top; they’re not shrinking violets at all.
TWG: What elements inspired this season’s bridal collection?
KP: I’ve been doing this for so long that my client really is my inspiration, and I think that’s what makes you successful because if you stray from that, and if you do things just for fun or fantasy, you’re not going to sell them. Travelling and coming to stores like this is very important because you learn from the girls you’re working with; what they want; what doesn’t work on a tall thin, girl vs. what a shorter, heavier girl needs and wants. So it’s a great learning process. If you don’t listen to your client I don’t think you can be successful.
TWG: Is there a "type" of gown you are most drawn to (i.e. romantic, avant garde, modern, etc.)?
KP: I don’t do romance. It’s too…I don’t do girly girl. I’d say my style is more of a sexy traditional. I like really low necklines and I like a lot of cleavage; love a lot of bust – can’t help that.
TWG: What are your thoughts on the popular portrait back gowns?
Friday Fun: Wedding Programs Paper- and Reader-Friendly Mar 01, 13
Don't you catch yourself marveling at the fact that while simple with a spritz of edginess, this wedding program looses none of its sophistication and charm? At how there can be so much information crammed on one piece of paper, but it doesn't leave you feeling dizzy? We love it! It even cuts down on costs and saves a few trees, for those of you who are eco-conscious. You could even turn them into fans for an outdoor wedding, so your guests can use them to keep cool.
