Posted by Beverly on March 2nd, 2010
So excited to host this Wedding Industry Tweet Up on March 31, 2010 !
Twitter has been one of those social network tools that though I had a hard time embracing is a unique and practically mandatory tool in this age.
I have met so many amazing people and have learned so much about my own business and connected with so many of my peers in the wedding/event planning industry
that I thought it would be a great idea to host a Tweet Up ( A Twitter meeting otherwise known as a Mixer) !
So many people I talk to during the day but have never meet in person ! Taking the cyber connection to a face to face connection is really important in developing working relationships.
Did I mention City Sweets is providing samples of her delicious cupcakes ?
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Posted by Beverly on February 20th, 2010
So excited to share the Superhero themed party I threw for my lil hero’s second birthday ! What amazing day, the kids had such a great time and were exhausted at the end of the night ! Which is the best compliment because they truly played and played and played ! I wanted to go for a more grown up superhero theme since I am not a big fan of babied anything. I really love the way it turned out. For Part II I’ll share some of the awesome portraits Felix & Dexter took of the guests and the great superhero cut out pictures !
Here is some info on the vendors I used:
Photography : Felix & Dexter
Cake & Cupcakes: Nine Cakes
Signs/Invites/Stickers Design: Etsy Seller Announcing You
Reversible Superhero Capes: Etsy Seller AThingforSewing
Candy: Economy Candy and Dylan’s Candy Bar
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Posted by Beverly on February 18th, 2010
So many great events coming up, this wedding season is going to be jam packed for brides.
Today !
Trunk show at Judy Paulen Designs featuring Smock ! I got my invitations when I got married at Judy Paulen and their service is superb !
Vane from Brooklyn Bride has put together an intimate event of NY’s finest vendors held over two nights at the Nest Event Loft ( a great space !)
Great Performances is holding an event at BAM for Brooklyn brides on March 7th. For Tickets Visit HERE
Brooklyn, the borough of innovation and a hot bed of creativity, will be the location for a unique Bridal show in March. BAM, Brooklyn’s leading cultural institution and an international leader in performance arts, will host the show on March 7th in partnership with Great Performances, its exclusive caterer, and supported by Edible Brooklyn, the voice of the new food movement in the boro.
The Brooklyn Bridal Show at BAM will feature over 30 vendors at the cutting edge of wedding design: stationers, bakers, dress , jewelry designers and more. Meet the innovators who will create your wedding. Enjoy cocktails and lounge seating at BAM’s Lepercq Space – the captivating wedding venue you’re about to discover. Stop by a workshop with top taste makers and learn the how-to’s of planning your event.
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Posted by Beverly on February 10th, 2010
Loved these inspiration boards from postcards and pretties, my fave is the retro valentine and the country valentine !
{season} valentine’s day
{colors} vintage white, rose water, twine
{description} this is my kind of valentine inspired wedding. it’s both romantic and casual and i’m simply in love with twine. i’ve kept the board pretty pale with the soft whites and cream with sweet rosey pink accents.
{season} valentine’s day
{colors} chocolate, rose, pearl
{description} for today’s board i was inspired by the heart-shaped chocolate box that is quintessential to valentine’s day but with more of a romantic feel with warm chocolate browns and soft rose and pearl accents.
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Posted by Beverly on February 9th, 2010
So excited when I saw this contest last night posted by our friend Christopher Duggan of Threshold Visions in collaboration with Parris Whittingham Photography and R Wagner Photography. See details below:
Our Story
While meeting over breakfast one morning, each of us realized that most couples do not have updated professional photographs of themselves. This is especially true for couples who have been married for several years. This Valentines Day, we want to give back to the awesome couples of New York City and offer a complimentary photography session to you.
How to Participate?
• Any and ALL couples are welcome. Whether you be Newly engaged, newly wed, dating, married with children or married with grand-children….please come out and spread the love!
The Meet Up?
• On February 13th, we will meet at Madison Square Park from 3:00pm-5:00pm
• The meeting point is famous 5th avenue clock (5th Avenue and Broadway) located between 23rd and 24th Streets
• After a brief introduction we will begin working on-location with with you
Next Steps…
• Each photographer (3 total) will have 5 minutes to work with you to conceptualize and document a unique image/moment
• On February 14th by 2pm, a single image from each couple will be posted independently on the wedding photography websites of: Parris Whittingham Photography, R Wagner Photography, and Threshold Visions.
The Contest
• Anyone can vote on their favorite image on each of the 3 sites
• Voting closes Tuesday February 16th at 9:00pm
• The selected images/couple with the most votes across all 3 sites will be declared the contest winner
The Grand Prize
The winning couple with the most total votes (from all 3 sites) will receive:
• A complimentary engagement session with the photographer of their choosing (over $400-$1000 value)
• $200 print credit
• $100 gift certificate to Mario Batali’s OTTO Restaurant
NOTE: All couples who participate (by working with each photographer) will receive a high-resolution files from their photography session. Couples must consent to signing a model release to have their likeness publicly displayed. Portraits will be taken on a first come first service basis. We suggest arriving slightly before 3:00pm. Friends, employees and relatives of the photographers are allowed to participate, however, they are not eligible to win the grand prize.
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Posted by Beverly on February 1st, 2010
Aack ! Even I am excited for this one ! Makes me want to get married all over again !
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Posted by Beverly on February 1st, 2010
The Prizes
Grand Prize
The Ultimate Wedding with a whopping $100,000 value. And to make it even sweeter, this day of perfection will be organized by A–list planner extraordinaire Jo Gartin.
2nd Prize
One $7500 Crate and Barrel Shop Card.
3rd Prize
One $2500 Crate and Barrel Shop Card.
Honorable Mention
15 winners will each receive a
$1000 Crate and Barrel Shop Card.
Popular Vote Winner
The highest vote–getter will receive a
$500 Crate and Barrel Shop Card.
The Contest
The Planner
Your big day will be in the savvy hands of A–list planner Jo Gartin, who’s planned the nuptials of stars such as Kate Walsh and Tori Spelling, and now maybe you. Known for her impeccable style and unique ideas, Gartin will make your affair one to remember.
The Announcement
All entries must be in by 11:59 pm CST on March 31, 2010. Couples are encouraged to run their own marketing campaigns, as the 50 finalists will be those with the most votes. A panel that includes Jo Gartin, along with judges from Crate and Barrel and Daily Candy will then select a winner. We will notify the lucky couple and the 18 other winners and post all winners on crateandbarrel.com/ultimatewedding in April 2010.
The Celebration
The planning will begin once the announcement is made. Gartin will be at your beck and call to bring your Ultimate Wedding to life, from designing invitations, choosing a locale, and setting the scene to creating a menu, picking a band, and coming up with favors.
Time is money, so hop to and register.
It’s vow or never!
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Posted by Beverly on January 30th, 2010
Words cannot describe the excitement with which I attended the Preston Bailey “Celebrations” Launch Party at the Armory!
What an amazing collection of the best in the industry and wonderful entertainment. In addition to a wonderful array of desserts and passed hors d’oeuvres,by Oliver Cheng. There were two musical performances by Martha Wash of C&C Music Factory fame and Gloria Gaynor ( Who sang I Will Survive Live ! Quite a rush). The amazing lighting by Levy Lighting really set the tone for the hot and sexy vibe as did the beautiful decor. Here are some pics from Guest of a Guest of the amazing event and Preston Baileys blog. And although Preston Bailey is a superstar in the wedding industry he continues to be the most approachable and genuinely nice person I have ever met. Just serves as a reminder that good things happen to good people and regardless of how talented you are or how amazing you think your becoming nothing beats having people not only be fans but genuinely love what you represent. Mr. Bailey stood at the entrance to his magnificent celebration and greeted everyone that came in, personally extending his hand and his embrace, dancing with his guests and enjoying the “Celebration” !
Entrance to the party
Myself and Camille Plummer of June Plumm Events
Gloria Gaynor
Yes he is wearing a delicate bossom of petals
Desserts
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Posted by Beverly on January 28th, 2010
One of my all time favorite blogs is Design Sponge !
Now while this blog technically doesn’t have to do with weddings it really is a great source for out of the box inspiration on textiles, styling rooms and spaces and general do it yourself decor magic (though many times professionals are identified as well).
My husband thinks I’m crazy but I have this insane idea that one day I am going to flip properties in some southern state ( though I never plan on leaving NY, which makes this dream all the more unrealistic :0 ). I love perusing thru all the posts on makeovers, gifts and general product finds.
Here are some pics from recent posts, Check out my favorite post this month of the offices of Inspired PR who work in the wedding industry !
Needless to say their office is definitely an inspiration !
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Posted by Beverly on January 25th, 2010
Love how Naeem Khan’s designs can be interpreted for brides. Check out some of his designs for Spring 2010 and Fall 09 !
Spring 2010
Spring 2010
Fall 09 ( Also featured in the newest issue of Town & Country Weddings )
Fall 09
Fall 09
Spring 2010
Spring 2010
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