Bridal Show Benefits- How attending can save you hundreds!! $$

Want to find out how a bridal show can save you hundreds for your big day?  Check out these money saving benefits from attending a bridal show.  

1) Gas $-  Think it is safe to say you can save at least $20.00 or more on gas by attending a bridal show.  Think about it.. you could drive around and visit 3 different florist, 4 different bakers and 5 DJ's or you can visit them all at one show and then set up appointments with your favorites. 

2) Promo's!!  Most vendors at the bridal show are offering exclusive deals to grab your attention... so scoop them up!  Special offers generally run between $50.00-$300.00 off of services.  Score!

3)  Prizes... Who doesn't love prizes.  Gift certificates off services, gift cards to restaurants and stores, bride and groom tumblers, jewelry, 3 day-2 night stays at hotels... and much, much more!  $$ Most commonly prizes value at $50.00 and up.  One show I was at gave away a Grand Prize Combined Valued at $6,025.00.  (( AMAZING ))

4) Free Samples-  Cake samples for your sweet tooth, food tasting, and champagne... No need to eat lunch before you go.   Don't forget about your "goody/swag" bag you get at the door... those bags are also stuffed with additional offers, make up samples, fragrance samples and more.   $5.00- $75.00 savings.

5) Sign ups!!   Make sure before you go you print off address labels with your name, address, phone number and wedding email. Not only will this little trick save you time when filling out all the forms and vendor connections.  Vendors will take all this information and send you additional offers, promos and advice.  Don't ignore these emails... they may be offering you a savings bigger then ever before!!   Average email savings $100.00 or more. 

Not only can can bridal shows save you lots of money for your big day it can also be a fun experience with your fiance, mom and/or bridesmaids.  Enjoy a glass of champagne, watch the fashion show and make some connections with some fantastic vendors.

Wedding Wishes,

~M

Nautical Boca Grande Florida Wedding- ((M & S- 1-18-14))

Gorgeous right??  Who wouldn't want to get married in sunny Florida at this adorable Catholic church in Boca Grande?  This past Saturday I was giving a wonderful opportunity to work with Yvette Price Events on this nautical inspired destination wedding. 

 

These doors were stunning at the Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church.

 

Loved the ceiling!!

 Outside the church it was super special to the Bride and Groom to get a group shot of all their guests.  

The girls looked ravishing in their teal dresses and navy shawl.   The gentlemen were dapper in their grey suits with a navy and teal tie.  

The bridesmaids made these precious signs for the Bride & Groom. 

 

Guests enjoyed lawn games, appetizers and beverages out on the lawn at the Gasparilla Inn. Custom corn hole game was made special for the wedding day.  A super sweet keepsake for afterwards.

Custom canvas tote bags were available for the guests.  

The guest book was the large blue K which looked amazing at the end of the night with all the well wishes in silver, white and gold ink.  

The table numbers and escort cards where created based on the images of the marathon number tags from all the races they have run.  

   

Port Charlotte Florist did an amazing job with the florals.   Hydrangeas, stock, delphinium, lisianthus and curly will adorned the bubble bowls on each table.   

This delightful wedding weekend was the epitome of Boca Grande perfection.  All the details of this were creatively thought out and executed by Yvette Price Events.  Please enjoy Yvette's bio below and click here for more information on Yvette Price Events.  

Wedding Wishes,

~M

I have a fire for life!  I’m Cuban. It’s just in my blood.

My passions fuel me to produce fabulous events that families cherish for a lifetime.  I love to travel.  I love design, flowers, the celebrations of life and great food to go along with them!  A huge collection of cookbooks and food magazines lends a hand whenever I’m in the kitchen.

I love my home and treasure the time I get to spend with family.  Their hard work and love has encouraged me  through thick and thin and helped me fight a triumphant battle against ovarian cancer.  I take pride in my strength and bring that to every celebration I craft.  No detail is left untouched.  

I love love.  My relationships with my clients and my family are what make me tick.  I simply adore my husband, Glenn, and feel so blessed that God gave me such a generous man to spend the rest of my life with.   With this fervor for living, I’d say I’m a passionate person.  My passion fuels everything I do and is the core of my event planning.

I’ve hop scotched across the country, from Florida to Wyoming and back again, cultivating strong experience to help create a brilliant day for you and your fiancé.   I look  forward to learning more about what excites you and can’t wait to help bring  your big day vision to life!

Refined Rustic- Wedding Trend 2014

Another great trend for 2012 is "Refined Rustic".  Mason jars and lanterns might take a back seat to this chic new trend for the bride who loves the outdoors.  Branches, moss and lush greenery combined with succulents will take the scene on top of rich wood toned tables and chairs.  Sophisticated and stylish, Brides who love this trend will be inspired with natural, earth-tone colors like rust, taupe and sage.  Floral crowns and simple jewelry will accent the lace and floral bridal gown styles.  Planning a woodland wedding?  Share your thoughts below.

Wedding Wishes,
~M

Pop Culture Wedding

Are you a modern bride who loves bold designs, geometric shapes and bright colors?  Pop culture weddings are on trend for 2014.    The fashion will be hot with lots of black and white with bold pops of color, statement jewelry and sassy heels.    Invites will be stunning with modern lettering and clean lines.  

Bright yellows, striking neon and loud pinks will accent basic table settings.  Creative cuisine along with clever cocktails will astonish guests.  Marryoke, which is miming to karaoke is trending big.  Technology charging stations, insta-upload photo booths and wedding-party apps will keep your wedding day in the spotlight long after its over.

Wedding Wishes,

~M

Pop Culture Wedding by marie-grohe-norton featuring a lace wedding dress