Happy July 4th ! A tribute to a Red, White & Blue Wedding

A tribute to Flower Girls

I just wanted to share some of the cutest flower girls we've seen!

Attention Latino Brides - MTV Casting Call

MTV is casting a new series for MTV Tr3s (the Latino channel of MTV) entitled Quiero Mi Boda. They are looking for couples that are from different countries or have different cultural backgrounds and are getting married this year. Think a Latino version of "My Big Fat Greek Wedding"; the idea of the series is to take an inside look at cross-cultural weddings and the hustle and bustle surrounding them.

Weddings are a special event in the life of a couple: a day where not only two people join in matrimony but also a day when two families unite. Now imagine these two families being from completely different cultural backgrounds: different tastes, traditions and sometimes even different languages. That is "Quiero Mi Boda," a show that will go behind-the-scenes as these unique couples' tie the knot.

They have asked me for couples who are planning weddings this year between now and December who would be interested. They want couples between the ages of 18-28 with diverse backgrounds (at least one should be Latino) who are entering into a mixed marriage. Ideally they want couples who have a great story to tell, and have a large families who are interesting, involved in the party planning and speak both Spanish and English.

Contact me and I will forward your information to the casting director.

Orlando Weddings - Not just for Mickey Mouse

Mention Orlando and weddings in the same sentence and you may start to envision your special day filled with mice and big black ears. But an Orlando wedding doesn't need to be all about Disney. There are so many wonderful locations in and around Orlando that your wedding can be as unique as you are.

Orlando has everything from elegant golf clubs to elite resort hotels. Or maybe art centers or museums are more your flair. Whatever wedding style you desire, it can be found in Orlando.

If you are getting married in Orlando or if you are planning a destination wedding to Orlando, give us a call and we can help you find the perfect wedding venue and the best wedding vendors in Orlando, FL.

Weddings by Stephanie http://www.weddingsbystephanie.com/ 386.627.1438

Wish Bowl ~ A twist on the traditional guest book

Guest books are a traditional way to record names of those who attended your wedding. But what will you do with it after the wedding? Rather than tuck the guest book away in a closet, why don't you opt for a Wish Bowl instead.

Guests can write their message to the couple on a note card and drop it into a bowl. After the wedding, these wishes can be compiled in a photo album, framed in a collage or added to your wedding scrapbook.

Here are a few ideas of some Wedding Wish Bowls. Maybe they will inspire you!

Ashley & Shawn's Wedding

Last night's wedding went off beautifully! The day was perfect, the bride was on time and everyone had a blast at the reception. We wish Ashley and Shawn many years of love and happiness.

Kudos to the fabulous team of vendors:

Disc Jockey/Ceremony Musician: Vern & Scott of Pyramid Disc Jockeys
Photographer: Jon Hardison Photography
Cake: Kerry & Sandi of Defore's Cake Design
Photobooth: Gregg of Fotos-R-Fun
Makeup: Katie Russo

Transportation: Old Town Trolley

Wedding Night Accommodations: Cedar House Inn
Ceremony Site: Jillian at the Hilton Historic
Reception Site: A1A Ale Works
Hair/Nails: Kim & Erin at The Hair Garage
Flowers: Sally's Roses and More

The entire day went so smoothly! The weddding started promptly at 4pm. The trolleys were on time and the guests enjoyed their narrated tour of St. Augustine.

The candy station was a wonderful idea to send the guests on their way with some tasty treats. The DJs kept the evening hopping and there was never a dull moment on the dance floor.

Chocolate brown overlays were used on the reception tables and chocolate brown sashes on the chairs to bring a pop of color into the room. Soft green petals were sprinkled on the overlays and the bride chose to use the venue's crystal oil lamps as her centerpieces to keep with her vintage feel.

The photobooth was a huge hit with all of the guests (and even some of the vendors) Check out a few of our fun and funky pictures.

Thank you to Carol, Karen & Natalie - you made the day super fun!!!!

Ashley & Shawn's Wedding - Saturday, June 27

After a year of planning, Ashley & Shawn's wedding day has finally arrived. Their ceremony will be in the banquet room at the beautiful Hilton Historic.

Ashley and Shawn have arranged a trolley car to pick up their guests at the parking garage and transport them to the Hilton. Following the ceremony, the trolley car will return for the guests and they will be treated to a narrated trolley tour of downtown St. Augustine. After the tour, the guests will be dropped off at the reception site, A1A Ale Works. The trolley will be on hand after the reception to transport guests back to the parking garage.

Ashley's wedding gown and her bridesmaid dresses are from David's Bridal.
Pyramid Disc Jockey's will be providing the evening's musical entertainment and festivities.
All of these magical moments will be captured on film by Jon Hardison Photography.

The bridal bouquet and bridesmaids flowers will be from Sally's Roses and More.

Ashley & Shawn's cake is going to be created by Defore's Cake Design.

Hair and nails will be designed by the Hair Garage and makeup by Katie Russo.
To add a bit of fun and memories, Ashley has selected to have a photo booth by Fotos-R-Fun at the reception. These images, along with the cards from the Wish Bowl will be displayed in an adorable photo album following the wedding.

A candy station will offer the guests some tasty treats for the ride home.

Check back for photos of this very special day!!