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DJ Network Member Featured On Style Me Pretty
Posted by djnetwork in Real Wedding Stories, Tips & Suggestions, Wedding on May 29, 2011
Connecticut Barn Wedding by Robert and Kathleen Photographers
This next wedding is quintessential New England. From the chalkboard menu to the candy coated apples, it’s also a DIY goldmine! This cute couple was certainly not afraid to get their hands dirty and also made the table markers and arranged the flowers. Photographed beautifully by Robert and Kathleen Photographers, this wedding is fun, fresh, and simple and in the great words of McDonald’s advertising, “I’m loving it!” For more simple sweetness, head over to the gallery!
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From Robert and Kathleen Photographers: Melissa and Jason had a perfect DIY rustic New England wedding featuring super easy, do-it-yourself table “cards” (bell jars painted with chalkboard paint), hand-picked floral arrangements strewn around the reception, and hand-written chalkboard menu sign, candy-coated apples, acorns and a white birch wedding cake. Their deep purple color scheme was a nice change of pace from the typical rust colored Fall wedding themes. The bride even surprised the groom with his favorite car (a bright red Ferrari), his to drive for the entire wedding day.
There are some decisions in life that you agonize over for months. They’re usually the biggies – where to live, what kind of house to buy, where to go to school. They are life changing choices that can shape the course of your life. The ones that when you see so many options spread out before you it’s difficult to know which one is best.
Then there are decisions you think about for days. The smaller stuff. What outfit to wear to that special event, what color to paint a room, where to go on vacation. The kind of decisions that even as you make them, as you see the paint go up on the wall, you might thing to yourself, did I chose the right one? And there are the decisions that you think about for a few minutes, like going back and forth between two options on a menu or which gift to get for your friend. The kind of decision when you thought you knew what you wanted, but another option catches your eye last minute and makes you question your initial decision.
But sometimes there are the big decisions that you don’t even have to think about for a second. The ones that you don’t even have to hesitate before you answer. The rare life changing choices in which seeing other options actually reinforces your confidence in your decision. The kind of decision that even as you make it, you know beyond a shadow of a doubt that you are, in fact, making the right choice. Because you know it in your heart. You feel it in your gut. And your head is telling you to answer as quickly as possible because moments like these are rare and when they’re in front of you, you have to act on them right away.
That’s exactly the kind of decision it was for Jason when he asked Melissa to marry him. His friend asked him later if he was nervous when he proposed. Not at all, he answered. There was no reason to be. Because he knew this was the easiest, the smartest, decision he had ever made. Melissa makes him happier than he has ever been before and he knew she was the only woman in the world for him. Thankfully, it was very much the same for Melissa. No sooner had Jason gotten the words out of his mouth and she said yes. Because she knew it in her heart. And sometimes, that’s the only decision maker you really need.
Photography: Robert and Kathleen Photographers / Make-up: Christina from Naomi Martinez Salon/ Gown: Martina Liana / Caterer: Pavilion Catering / Cake: Cakes Unlimited / DJ: Sylvester Samuels from Atmosphere Productions / Ceremony Location: Catholic Church of St. Mark the Evangelist/ Venue: The Barns at Wesleyan Hills
The Ultimate Wedding Contest by Crate and Barrel
Posted by djnetwork in Tips & Suggestions, Wedding Decor, Wedding Planner on February 28, 2011
We are pretty sure that you have heard about The Ultimate Wedding Contest that Crate and Barrel is holding but if not, we are here to fill you in on just how sweet this contest is. All of you newly engaged couples should listen up because the grand prize is the wedding of your dreams. Sounds pretty fabulous, right? Well wait until you hear what the wedding of your dreams entails. How about a whopping $100,o0o budget and celebrity wedding planner Yifat Oren to handcraft all of the lovely details.
Plus, entering the Ultimate Wedding Contest is beyond simple. Start your wedding registry at Crate and Barrel before March 31, 2011. And if you already have a registry, it’s even easier. You can skip right to the contest entry form and share a little bit about you and your fiance.
We told you it was simple! AND believe us, it is so worth the time for the chance to win the ultimate in wedding giveaways. Plus the $100,000 wedding isn’t the only prize. You also have a chance at winning one of several Crate and Barrel gift cards (ranging from $1000 to $7500). For all the juicy details on the contest and entry forms pop on over to Crate and Barrel. Time is a ticking and you definitely don’t want to miss out on this amazing contest! Who knows, the lucky winner could be you.
From Inspiration To Reality: The Design (Style Me Pretty)
Posted by djnetwork in Wedding Decor on July 22, 2010
From Inspiration to Reality: The Design
Hold on to your hats, girls. This little number is for you. We’re talking the most beautiful Southern inspired, romantic inspiration you can ever imagine…perfect antiques, gorgeous mercury glass candles, rustic details with totally chic personalities. But what I love even more than all that (even more than the amazing pillbox hat the bride is rocking) is that Alyse Woodward, the incredible designer, thoughtfully laid out each and every detail. From the menu choices and cocktails to the perfect details that made the scene so special. So it really is a steal-worthy wedding. Photographed by the wonderfully talentedRichard Israel with flowers by Flowers From The Cellar, paper goods by Salutations and attire byHayden Olivia Bridal, this is one gorgeous piece of perfection.
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The Ceremony: With the incredible natural light, wood flooring and breathtaking views of the rolling countryside and cattle outside the doors, I wanted to emphasize the natural, organic look of the barn, so I had benches constructed by a local antique dealer, modeled after another bench I found at a local antique show. The barn windows were flung open to reveal a stunning view of the countryside and the windows were flanked on either side by kitschy arrangements of florals with no real rhyme or reason. The mercury glass votives and loose florals flanked the aisle to bring a softness to the rustic feeling offered by the barn.
To Sip: We incorporated one of the top things the English Countryside and The South have in common… a great love of tea. Sure in the south they serve it iced with a boatload of sugar… but who’s counting? 
I found this vintage ironing board at a fantastic antique shop in Charlotte {the sleepy poet antique mall} and immediately fell in love the height and size for a tea station. The sign on the tea station is from an Irving Caesar quote “Picture you upon my knee, just tea for two and two for tea.” To quench the thirst of both the ladies and the gentlemen, we decided on two signature drinks very telling of the English ladies and gents. For the fellas we selected the bold, classic whisky on the rocks and for the ladies raspberries and champagne.
Cocktail Menu Selections: Goat Cheese Black Pepper Biscuits with Smoked Salmon and Dill, Radish-Chive Tea Sandwiches with Sesame and Ginger, 1960’s Succulent Shrimp Cocktail, Meyer Lemon-Garlic Infused Mussels with fresh garden herbs and grilled brioche, Caviar Dip with Garden Vegetable Flatbreads
Dinner Menu: Heirloom Tomato Fennel Salad with a Purple Basil Vinaigrette / Wellington Surf n’ Turf Fillet of Beef with a Puff Pastry top; Side by side Maine Lobster Tail with Herbed Garlic Butter atop a lacy bed of pea shoots / Vanilla Butter Cake with Lemon Curd and Raspberry Jam filling and Vanilla Buttercream Frosting, paired with a Raspberry Sorbet
On the table: On the table-top, we paired vintage $200 a stem glassware and vintage silver from a personal collection, with china and stemware available though a local party rental company. A bride can easily recreate the look for her own wedding by mixing and blending stemware from a party rental company and forgo the hunt for vintage pieces. The natural wood table and mismatched chairs added to the estate-style of an English countryside home, but if bringing in wooden tables for all the guests is not an option, a bride could achieve a similar look with a simple linen in white, ivory or tan for the majority of the guests tables and a wooden table for the bridal party/head table OR cake table.
Paper: We carried the “Shut Up and Kiss Me” phrase throughout the paper designs as the envelop liner and belly band on the invitation suite, as well as in the sign carried by the bride. The light, airy colors displayed in the washroom on the inspiration board, inspired the color palate for the paper goods. The menu and invitation suite also feature a duogram of the couple’s initials designed by the talented team at Salutations. In keeping with the quaint, yet refined English countryside style, we utilized a magnifying glass and seating list for guests to magnify their name and table number.
Design: Alyse Woodward Events / Photography: Richard Israel Photography / Super 8 Film: Richard Israel / Paper: Salutations / Bridal Attire: Hayden Olivia / Floral: Flowers From The Cellar / Cake:Cake Lady Jill / Catering: La Tea Das / Location: Flying King Ranch, York SC contact Alyse Woodward Events or Flowers From the Cellar for more information on rentals / Gown: Cabotine by Christos fromHayden Olivia Bridal / Jewelry: Kristin Morris {also found at Hayden Olivia Bridal} / Bridal Shoes: Grace with Kristin Morris shoe buckes / Maids Dress: Coren Moore / Men’s Suit: Penguins Tux / Men’s Tie: Maddison, available at Belk / Custom Benches/Furniture/Antiques: Alyse Woodward Events / China: Party Reflections / Linens: First Impressions Linen / Magnifying glass, frames: Homegoods / Hair and Make-up: Elizabeth Tolley
A Surprise Wedding by Jubilee Events
Posted by djnetwork in Event Lighting, Wedding Decor on June 10, 2010
The DJ Network’s own Rob Alberti provided lighting for this event highlighted on Style Me Pretty.
Who doesn’t love surprises? What about a surprise wedding? They are definitely not for the faint of heart, but if executed correctly, can result in a very magical day for all involved. Jubilee Events helped Nika and Jamar pull off just such a feat and it is filled with traditional gorgeousness and some drop dead beautiful fashion to boot. Head over to the gallery for the blow by blow of this surprise wedding captured by Carla Ten Eyck and Erik Maziarz.
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From Jubilee Events:
We began working with Nika and Jamar last year and loved their idea of a surprise wedding! Under the rouse that they were attending the newly engaged couples engagement party, guests arrive at the New Haven Lawn Club to a gorgeous, candlelit ceremony. It was such an amazing surprise months in the making! Family members and longtime friends traveled far and wide and were completely caught off guard.
The bride work a beautiful, layered Vera Wang gown with the most BEAUTIFUL Jimmy Choo, art deco inspired shoes! Her best friend, Mariyka, acted as her maid of honor and wore a beautiful Vineyard one shoulder dress with a black feather fascinator in her hair. Nika chose a really beautiful, rich color story of purples, ivory, silver and a pop of red. Elisabeth from Blush created stunning white arrangements for the ceremony that flanked the fireplace in shades of white and ivory. They had mercury votive candles hanging from curly branches and pussy willows. As the sun set, Nika was escorted by her father to an emotional trio of violin to Cannon D. Their ceremony was by candlelight… and their vows very poignant.
For the reception, BLUSH used brightly colored purples with hints of reds on the cocktail tables in mercury vases. Guests dined on a feast by the New Haven Lawn Club of sumptuous cocktails and hor dourves. They had an incredible ensemble of musicians from Elan Artists, and guests were created into the beautifully lit art deco ballroom with vintage Parisian music by Bon Musique. The night was capped off with a final dance by the bride and groom!
Photography: Carla Ten Eyck and Erik Maziarz / Venue: The New Haven Lawn Club / Flowers: Blush Floral Design / Event Planning and Design: Jubilee Events / Invitations: Lilah Paper / Dress: Vera Wang / Shoes: Jimmy Choo / Bridesmaid Dress: Vineyard / Makeup: Jennie Fresa Beauty Library / Cake: Madison Chocolates / Band: Bon Musique / Lighting: Robert Alberti / Calligraphy: Michelle Dowling
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Wedding Inspiration From The NY Times
Posted by djnetwork in Wedding Decor on April 19, 2010
Wedding Inspiration? Centerpiece ideas? DIY? Hmmmm……comes in all ways, shapes and forms, doesn’t it? THIS wedding from Geranium Lake might just take the cake! Take a look at what inspired Logan & Matt …
Logan and Matt cherished their mornings spent together reading the New York Times. So when it came time for the two of them to say “I Do”, they wanted to incorporate their cozy habit into their nuptials. Enter ~ Geranium Lake Flowers!
Logan and her friends & family handmade a gazillion paper flowers from old New York Times editions that Geranium Lake was able to incorporate into her bouquet. Logan continued the theme using the paper flowers as table decor and even swagging paper flower garlands across the reception space.
The overall feel for this gorgeous wedding was accentuated by their choice of venue. Located at the top of Mount Hood in Oregon, Timberline Lodge is an historic, landmark hotel {location of Stephen King’s “The Shining”}. The couple chose the Silcox Hut on the grounds of the hotel to host both their ceremony and reception.
To see the entire SMP photo gallery from this wedding click here: Geranium Lake ~ Timberline Romance
And … for lots more inspiration for you own wedding bouquets or centerpieces, take a peek at their website ~ the weddings tab for some spectacular examples!
FROM STYLEMEPRETTY Blog – http://www.stylemepretty.com/2010/04/07/wedding-inspiration-from-the-new-york-times/
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