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The Nasher Sculpture Center – Dallas – A Perfect Wedding Setting

Open since October 2003, the Nasher Sculpture Center is devoted to the exhibition, study and appreciation of modern and contemporary sculpture. Conceived as a serene urban retreat for the enjoyment of modern art, the Nasher is home to the renowned Raymond and Patsy Nasher Collection.

Whether you are planning a bridal portrait, rehearsal dinner, or wedding reception, we invite you to celebrate amid the Nasher’s serene beauty and unparalleled sophistication.

In the heart of the Dallas Arts District, the Nasher features 10,000 square-feet of indoor space, filled with luminous light, overlooking our beautiful sculpture garden, groves of trees and sparkling fountains. Our event-dedicated space accommodates comfortable seating for a maximum of 180 guests, and cocktail receptions for as many as 1200 guests. With exclusive caterer, Wolfgang Puck Catering, the Nasher Sculpture Center is pleased to host you and your guests for an event that is truly unforgettable. For information on rentals, click here.

Wedding Reception Colors – Artful Wedding Cakes

Recently we had the pleasure of designing some tablescapes for the annual Belo Mansion open house. Brides-to-Be and their families were invited to the annual event to meet and mingle with the best Dallas has to offer in the world of weddings (and check out their work!). Frosted Art provided one of their beautiful cakes for the historic ballroom that is such a pleasure to decorate & design. This fab cake was completely covered with gorgeous sugar flowers – very impressive!

Teaming up with Posh Couture Rentals, my company, Jordan Payne Events, designed some tablescapes ranging from chic to romantic. Special thanks to Scott Hagar for the fabulous photos.

Source: Jordan Payne Events

Photography: Scott Hagar

Cake: Frosted Art

Marcy Blum and My Dove Chocolate Present Wedding and Entertaining Tips for the Summer Season

Marcy Blum, wedding and entertainment expert and author of Weddings for Dummies, offers tips to reflect this summer’s entertainment trends, with a focus on the personalization and individual touch of My Dove® chocolate.

This summer, wedding and dinner parties are all about intimate details. “Smaller, Chicer, Personal” touches are all the rage. The trend for over-the-top weddings has passed, and it is all about sharing moments with your guests. From handwritten place cards, to customized notes and personalized turndown service—everything is about intimacy.

Smaller
Keep the invite list limited to your nearest and dearest. This will give you time with those most dear to you on the most important day of your life. With a smaller guest list, every moment will be a lasting memory.

Chicer
As you plan your intimate affair, it is quality before quantity. “Mini-weddings” are the newest way to exude glamour and sophistication. Friends and family will feel treasured when treated to an elegant, intimate sit-down dinner. A unique venue like an art museum or a private yacht club allow for memorable, chic moments.

Personal
Create special memories for your guests that will last long after your dancing shoes have been put away. Be original and make them feel welcome—personalized notes for each person are an extra special touch. Or try something more engaging and leave a blank note card at each guest’s plate so everyone can write heart-felt sentiments for the happy couple. Handwritten notes will never loose their charm—enjoy reading them after the honeymoon or at your 50th wedding anniversary celebration.

While taking special care of your guests, make your wedding a reflection of you as a couple. Customize the cake, the place cards, and the wedding favors. You can make these favors reflective of your style with personalized messages printed on the inside of the foils of new My Dove® chocolate. Visit www.mydovechocolate.com, and share the most precious and intimate moments in life with your loved ones.

It’s Wedding Season, Spring Is Finally Here!

As the weather begins to warm and gardens begin to bloom, many couples choose the outdoors for their special day. A gorgeous reception venue in Dallas is the Marie Gabrielle Restaurant and Gardens, which is known for their beautiful 1.5-acre European garden complete with breathtaking views of downtown, beautiful oak and river birch trees, and a spectacular reflecting pool.

The restaurant has floor-to-ceiling windows that ensure superb garden views and accommodates up to 400 guests. Floor plans custom designed to allow for formal meals, dancing, band or a disc jockey.

So romantic for your “I Do’s”! Click here for more information.

How to Find the Perfect Wedding Reception Venue

Once you say “I do,” there needs to be a waiting location ready for a beautiful celebration with your family and friends! In addition to the wedding ceremony itself, couples also need to consider where they will have the wedding reception afterwards. Some are designed to have your wedding on site, while others are better tailored for just the receptions with weddings held off site.

There are several things that you need to consider when choosing a wedding reception. Here are some things to think about so that you find the perfect site.

How many guests?
You will first want to think about how many people you will be inviting to the wedding reception. Often, the wedding reception venue will need to be larger than the actual location of the wedding, since many couples will have more guests for the reception than the actual ceremony. Some wedding reception venues are designed to accommodate large numbers of people, while others are designed for a more intimate setting. You never want your guests to feel cramped while at the wedding, so make sure that the venue is large enough.

When is the wedding?
If you are planning to get married quickly, versus having a long engagement, your choices of wedding reception venues are going to be more limited. Popular sites tend to be reserved quickly, and if you have a dream location, reserve it as soon as possible. If you do not have a site in mind, then you should start looking right away because availability may influence your wedding date. Make sure that you get a confirmation receipt of your reservation as soon as you have found and reserved a venue.

What setting are you thinking of?
If the weather is nice, but you still want a traditional church wedding, then an outdoor reception is a good way to take advantage of the beauty of nature. However, keep in mind that there are unique challenges for both indoor and outdoor wedding receptions. With outdoor wedding receptions, you are much more dependent on the weather being nice, while indoor receptions may be limited in space. Both have their own unique catering, entertainment, and photography concerns. If you decide that an outdoor venue is right for you, an option is to consider a location that has the option of moving the party indoors if the weather does not cooperate.

Where is your wedding being held?
If your wedding is not being held at the same location as your wedding reception, then you want a venue that is nearby. Having the ceremony location and the service location too far apart can make travel difficult for guests and wedding party members.

What is your entertainment?
Depending on your wedding reception venue, noise laws may be in effect during certain times of the day. If you are having a wedding DJ or a wedding band, check into these laws before booking a site.

The key to choosing the ideal wedding reception venue is to get a start early! This will give you the widest array of options, and thus, you can plan the perfect wedding – and celebration!