Glam Garden Bridal Shower!

Talk about a gorgeous bridal shower! Held at the family home, this stunning tented affair was planned by Amanda and was a well-kept surprise for the bride. The gorgeous decor is by Amaryllis, food was from Ridgewells and the beautiful photos are from Juan Carlos Briceno of Fotobriceno. We can't wait for the upcoming wedding!!

Sample Sale at Saks Jandel!!

Fabulous Indian First Dance!

We love this fun first dance from Christine's latest amazing Indian wedding! Be sure to watch until the bridal party joins in and then don't miss the groom's surprise at the end! SO fun!!

Sassy Succulents!

 

 The Knot.com

Succulents are a fun, fresh and eco-friendly way to add a little personality to your wedding.  Great for boiling summer months, these plants don't suck up water or wilt in blazing heat. If you're planning an outdoor wedding this summer, why not use succulents or mix them in with your arrangements?

 Green Wedding Shoes via The Wedding Post

The colors are gorgeous and they also make the perfect favors. Guests can take your centerpieces home and you won't have bucketfuls of wilting flowers to figure out what to do with.  Check out The Succulent Source for a direct way to buy your beauties (their succulents pictured directly above and below).  They also have an Etsy store!

Love their tiny metal buckets!  Be sure to check out The Succulent Source and stay cool!

Paloma Blanca at Love Couture {Trunk Shows}

The Weddings Planners We See on TV

Have I ever mentioned I have the best clients?  They are the ones that just make you smile before and after the big day.  One particular bride who is getting married this week sent me the following e mail on Friday:


When you get around to it, watch this (at least until the 2:40 mark). This episode was on the other day, and I basically cannot wait to see you in Monica mode (not even sure this clip captures it, but SO GLORIOUS). "THIS IS NOT A DRILL!"


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TmUAyzab03g&feature=related


I did have to break the news to her that I won't be wearing a headset.  Although small secret, I did wear a bluetooth once, but only because the bride asked me to :)  Who am I not to oblige a bride on her big day?


Happy weddings!
Sara

Flashback Friday! {Summer Garden Inspiration)

tomato centerpieces (Snippet & Ink), plant table numbers (Snippet & Ink), flower girl with watering can (Axel and Moa), escort cards (Elizabeth Anne Designs), flower seed favors (Martha Stewart Weddings), fruit favors (Style Me Pretty, bride in rain boots (Style Guide), bouquet with gardening gloves and shears (Better Home and Gardens), wreath (Minna Mercke Schmidt)

What could be more fitting for the middle of the summer than a post on gardeny party ideas. I'm off to the farmer's market this afternoon for more fresh produce for my 7-day juice fast (halfway through--woo hoo) and can't wait to select lots of yummy organic treats. Happy Friday everyone!

Hitched Sample Sale Soiree!

What: Hitched Sample Sale Soiree

When: Thursday, July 19th from 5pm-8pm [first-come, first-served—no appointment necessary!]

Why: To find the dress of your dreams at a steal of a price! Couture weddings gowns [Anna Maier, Amsale, Judd Waddell, Lela Rose, and more] will be from 40-80% off, and once purchased, are yours to take home with you that evening.

RSVP: Although no appointment is necessary, please RSVP to info@hitchedsalon.com.

Details: Please note that all sample sale gowns are final sale, and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Because the sample sale gowns are stored off-site, the sample sale event is the only time they allow sample gown trials. To inquire about purchasing a sample sale gown over the phone, please contact us at 202.333.6162 or info@hitchedsalon.com.

PLUS Hitched will raffle off a weekend stay in the Presidential Suite at the Westin Georgetown to one lucky bride!!

Most of the sample sale gowns are now pictured on the website, so feel free to take a sneak peek then grab the best decision makers in your life and join the ladies at Hitched to have some fun and find "the one!"

My Brides Making a Difference

I posted a while back about a family I have worked with a couple of times now and the great volunteer project they participated in.  The Rosengarten Family partnered with KaBOOM!, an organization that builds playgrounds for kids with no place to be active outside.  On June 2nd, I joined them and their team of over 50 family members and friends to help build this playground in Bridgeport, CT.


The Family has been nominated for the Classy Award. This is an amazing honor as it is the largest philanthropic award n the country. They have made it to the top five finalist in the region and need your help. PLEASE VOTE!!

The Rosengarten family story/tab can be found under the Eastern Region in the Volunteer of the Year category.  Your vote would mean a lot to all of us. Thanks so much and please pass along the link. 

 http://www.stayclassy.org/classy-awards/vote.

Sara

Carine's Sample Sale!