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Colorful Engagement Session, with a little Texas Twist to boot!

This engagement session is full of so many things … personality, life, love, and the sunny Texas skies. Perfect moments captured by Jenny Martell Photography. All of it resonates true to a bride and groom who wanted to have a day that reflected their fun-loving personalities.

Jory and Jamie met 6 years ago at the software company where they worked. Over the years, they became close co-workers and friends. During the first 4 years as co-workers, they had significant others, but then all that changed and all the stars aligned with just one date.

Both of them told friends and family they were going out as friends/co-workers and nothing else.  Little did they know, that it took one date to know that Jamie’s soul mate was sharing the same office space with her for the past 5 years! All it took was getting out of the work space to find that they were more a like than they would have ever guessed.  After that date, they never left each others side. It’s almost uncanny how perfect they are for each other…they even complete each others sentences.

Romantic Aussie Elopement – Mad Men Style in New York City

Brian Dorsey, one of our StrictlyWeddings.com photographer’s from New York sent us this very cool shoot. Here’s what he had to say …

“I love shooting people from other countries here in my hometown of Manhattan. After awhile, we New Yorkers do get a bit jaded, it’s true – but through the eyes of out-of-towners, we can re-experience the awesomeness of this great city.

And with that introduction we meet Alison and Nick – a couple of Aussies who came to the big apple to tie the knot and experience some of the coldest temps ever in December…”

Featured Weddings – Marci & Tommy – Boot Scootin’ Together

He carved a heart with their initials into a tree when he proposed. How could you say no? StrictlyWeddings.com Dallas partner, Thisbe Grace Photography, put together this inspiration board from the wedding of Marci Brice and Tommy Dodier.

Location: Rough Creek Lodge, Glen Rose
Photographer: Thisbe Grace Photography
Bridal Gown: Oscar de la Renta
Hair: Sonia Trevino
Makeup: Marygene Walker
Flowers: Bella Flora
Cake: Frosted Art
Entertainment: The Roof Raisers
Wedding Planner: Bella Flora, Saci Brice-Owens, Ginger Brice

New York City’s Peter Callahan – Caterer to the Stars

The approach to food for New York City partner Callahan Catering is simple:

They believe food should be entertaining, hors d’oeurves should be whimsical, dinners classic and every event different than the last.

World renowned caterer Peter Callahan’s designs are featured on major tv shows and magazines for their originality, whimsy and fun. He creates an experience never seen before for a clientele who have seen it all. The team at Callahan Catering has eons of years experience among them.

They cater primarily in New York City and surrounding areas, however they have traveled the globe for events. They consider their company is like a design studio, dreaming up tomorrow’s hottest food fashions and trends. One can only imagine what they could dream up for your wedding reception.

Carolina Herrera Couture Bridal Gowns

To select a Carolina Herrera wedding gown is to choose a gown that is feminine, sophisticated, and effortlessly chic. Carolina Herrera began her bridal business in 1987 and has since created couture gowns for some of the world’s most memorable brides. Constructed from classic silhouettes and embellished with handmade details, the quality and elegance of the Carolina Herrera Bridal Collection is unmatched.

In Chicago, you can find Carolina Herrera bridal gowns at the Ultimate Bride where you’ll can choose from the complete collection of the legendary designer’s bridal gowns.

In Dallas, visit the Carolina Herrera Bridal Collection in Highland Park.

In New York City, you can find her gowns at Bergdoff Goodman.

Mark Ingram February Bridal Events

Listed below are many wonderful bridal events taking place at Mark Ingram Bridal Atelier in February. It’s by appointment only, so please call 212.319.6778.

February Bridal Events

2-Vera Wang Selling Day

7-8 Anne Bowen Selling Days

10-12 Machesa Trunk Show

15-16 Paris Trunk Show

17-19 Kevan Hall Trunk Show

21-22  Elizabeth Fillmore Trunk Show

24-26 Oscar de la Renta Trunk Show

Honeymoon Destinations – Seychelles

Planning your honeymoon? Consider this dreamy escape found under our New York City Honeymoon options.

At the Four Seasons Resort Seychelles you’ll experience a brilliantly green coastline where tree-house villas perch on a jungled hillside. Lounge by your plunge pool, then stroll to the powder-sand beach – considered one of the island’s best. Revel in days of barefoot ease, serenaded by tropical birdsong and scented by cinnamon trees and frangipani. Recharge the spirit with storybook adventure, exploring jungle and sea. With refreshing warmth and devoted attention, Four Seasons awakens the joy of fresh discovery.

Warren Barron Bridal Events

One Day Sample Sale: January 23rd, 11am to 5pm

Our sample sales are the perfect opportunity for brides to snag amazing discounted gowns by well-known designers like Vera Wang and Oscar de la Renta. Each gown featured in the sale is in wonderful condition and marked 40 to 80 percent off the regular retail price.  No appointments are necessary during our sample sales, so stop by at your convenience (but bring your patience, please!).

(Oscar de la Renta)

Elizabeth Fillmore Trunk Show :: February 3-5, 2011 :: M-F 10am – 5:30pm, Sat 10am-5pm

Elizabeth Fillmore’s Collection features feminine and romantic silhouettes with hand done accents, draping and ribbon trim. The subtly textured fabrics evoke a couture feel and each gown has its own unique personality.

(Elizabeth Fillmore)

Lela Rose Trunk Show :: February 24-26, 2011 :: M-F 10am – 5:30pm, Sat 10am-5pm

Lela Rose’s Collection exudes casual elegance. Her gowns are truly unique.

(Lela Rose)

Source: Warren Barron Bridal Salon

Vintage, Lace and Chandelier Visions

Our Dallas Wedding Planner partner, DFW Events shared this fun wedding with us from their blog.

Heather Cunningham and Dustin Maddux tied the knot at Arlington Hall at Dallas’ Lee Park. The bride, Heather, is extremely creative and had a distinct design scheme for her wedding. The ceremony and reception were absolutely gorgeous with great attention to detail. Her vintage, lace and chandelier visions made her wedding just a dream! We could not have asked for a more perfect weather day in Dallas, and I would venture to say nor a more perfect wedding for our bride and groom!

Ceremony/Reception: Arlington Hall at Lee Park
String Quartet: Stradivarius String Quartet
Photographer: Edmonson Photography
Videographer: Larry Causey
Band: Limelight
Guitarist: Justin Cash
Décor: DFW Events, 214-505-9142
Florist: Rusty Glenn
Lighting/Ceremony Sound: Beyond
Cakes: Frosted Art
Hair: Sonia Trevino
Makeup: Mayra Rams-Sanabria
Get-a-Way Car: Blue Diamond Limo
Coordination: DFW Events, 214-505-9142

Rustic Woodland Garden Party Decor

This garden party was a pre-party to the wedding celebration. The couple is very organic, outdoorsy, and environmentally friendly and they wanted the event to reflect that.

The groom’s parents have a huge rolling lawn that backs up onto a private lake, which was the perfect backdrop to this evening. The color palette was green, khaki and ivory which are very earthy tones, and they were used in the vignettes of coffee tables, sofas, and wooden elements. Amazing appetizers from Tres LA were passed around during the cocktail hour, and the groom is a big cigar fan so we created a separate cigar and cognac lounge that guests could hang out in towards the end of the night.

There were food stations in hand-made cabanas draped with moss and burlap and the lighting was perfect with big globes hanging from the trees. The flowers were mostly succulents placed in various pieces of drift wood and birch, and the gift giveaways were pine tree saplings wrapped in burlap that could be taken home and planted in each guest’s garden.

Source: Junebugweddings.com, Floral design and decor by Exquisite Events, Images by John Solano Photography