Socialite Sighting: PS Couple Featured in The Knot Fall 2011 Issue!

Hello Fellow Socialites,

We opened the The Knot Fall Issue 2011 and saw some familiar faces!

Professional Socialites' couple (and personal friends) Niyi and Dami Okuboyejo are featured in this fall's issue of The Knot magazine for their gorgeous Summer 2010 wedding. Get your copy, check out their awesome wedding details and photos (by the fabulous Collins Metu)...then contact us to start planning your magazine spread-worthy wedding!

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PS Sighting: Google for Weddings

Hello My Socialite Brides,

I hope planning has been a breeze for those of you that have already started and I hope that this is helpful for anyone that has just started. As I was searching through my emails the other day I came across this little gem. Ladies, let me introduce you to Google for Weddings.

Google is at it again and I must tip my hat to them. Through Google for Weddings you can create your own Wedding site, use Picnik to edit photos and create some of your wedding materials, use Google docs to help you with all your planning documents, and share your photos from all your wedding activities with Picasa. This is an amazing little bundle.

Google sites teamed up with renowned wedding planner and destination expect Michelle Rago to create the beautiful collection of themes you'll find. Use Google Sites to share information about your wedding, your engagement story, and anything else you can think of.

Picnik has coordinating themes so you can edit your photos and create engagement announcements, save-the-dates, and plenty of other fun projects.

Google Docs has all the files you need to help keep you organized and stress free through your wedding planning process. You'll find docs for your address book, guest list, budget planner, seating chart and much more.

Picasa Web Albums will allow you to gather and organize all your photos. Are you trying to decide on bridesmaid dresses? Take pictures of all of the options and share them with the team. Need help picking the perfect dancing shoes to go with your reception dress? Organize your top picks here. Everyone needs a digital Look Book.

To see all the cool features check out Google for Weddings.

Happy Planning!

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Wedding Wisdom: Bringing the Family Together

Hello My Socialite Brides,

You have spent so much time planning this wonderful wedding day and with all the focus on making sure everything goes according to plan you never realize that you missed spending time with the family and friends that made your day possible. It all goes by so quickly but you want to remember this moment and the people you spent it with for the rest of your life. Here’s your solution, extend your wedding weekend a little bit with these ideas.

Are you a night owl? Have an after party after the official reception. Invite everyone back to the hotel where you’ll be staying and have a little bar party at the hotel bar. Find out if the bar will allow you to have pizza delivered and just hang out at the bar with your family and friends and really let your hair down. We’ll even let you go change into something truly comfortable. Everyone knows you’re the new Mr. and Mrs. so you can lose the formal gear.

Are you more of a morning person? How about a brunch the morning after your wedding with your newly bound family? This will not only give you a chance to spend time with your family now that the big day is out of the way but it will also give your families a chance to talk some more without the loud music and extra guests.

Remember, your wedding is one day but your marriage is the rest of your life so why not start the memories as soon as possible with your new family.

Happy Planning!

Blissfully Yours,

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PS Sighting: NACE Wedding Trends 2011

Hey Socialites,

I had the most fun last week with my Wish Upon a Wedding Houston crew at the NACE Wedding Trends 2011 event. This year it was at the 1940's Air Terminal Museum and the NACE Houston Team went full out with decor and atmosphere.

 Here's some highlights from this "blast to the past" evening.

1940s Air Terminal Museum

Our 1940s Host for the Evening

Creative Set up!

FIRST SIGHT WHEN WE WALKED INTO THE HANGER

Low Centerpieces are Always a Classic Trend

Traveling Serving Station

Tasting Station

Benches in between the tables

Michael's Cookie Jar Always Steals the Show!

MJC Events & Cordua Catering Created These Amazing Pipettes.Vanilla Custard filled Eclair and Chocolate Ganache are my fave so far!

Can You Imagine? LOVE the Plane in the Background

VIP Lounge

Cafe Caspian

Flowers Flowers Everywhere

Love These Flowers

The Coolest Chandelier I've Ever Seen

She Served Champagne from the Chandelier 

The Cake Came Down Out of the Chandelier! Talk About An Entrance!

High School Cirque Performer

 Congrats to NACE Houston on an AMAZING job!


Blissfully Yours,

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Wedding Wednesday: Sweet Sweet Love

Hello my Socialite Brides in Training,

I hope that you are having the time of your life right now planning you wedding and enjoying your engagement. I'm in a sweet mode today and am having a major craving for these new cupcakes by MMM Cupcakes so I thought today we would take about the current cake trends.

One of the first trends is a return to the classics. We had fun with all the cool and corky cakes but we are slowly but surely seeing a return to the sweet, classic, and romantic cakes. Shades of ivory, cream, and white are coming back into high demand among brides.

Another emerging trend is the use of fresh flowers vs. frosted flowers. It takes great talent to be able to create a flawless frosted flower but there is something about the smell, look, and feel of fresh flowers surrounding a wonderful crafted wedding cake. You will start to see cakes with fresh flowers between tiers to create a grand illusion even with the use of smaller cakes.

For the bride who wants a little shine (I try my best never to use the word "bling"), I have some great news for you. There is a new product on the market just for you...edible rhinestones! These little gems can be purchased or made by the bakery and will give you that sparkle you always envisioned at your wedding, and as an added perk, there is no need to remove them when its time to serve the cake since they are completely edible. Enjoy!

 

As for grooms' cakes, the southern tradition of the chocolate cake still holds true. Some still enjoy the traditional chocolate cake with the chocolate covered strawberries while others are opting for a cake that truly represents their personalities and interest.

No matter what, remember that it is and will always be your wedding day and as long as it reflects your style that's all that matters.

Happy Planning Brides!

Blissfully,

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PS Event Tips: Why Does the DJ Cost So Much?

Whether you're planning a small church wedding or a large corporate soiree, the music matters. If you've been to an event with horrible music, you know that a good DJ (or lack thereof) can make or break it.

Here's a blog from DJ Judge Mental on the difference between professional and not-so-professional DJ's, and why it costs so much for the real deal.

DjJudgeMental.com | Why Does the DJ Cost So Much?

By the way, Professional Socialites, works with some of the best professional DJs Houston has to offer. If you're looking for someone great for a great event, just let us know!

How to Tune Up Your Event Marketing Plan

How to Tune Up Your Event Marketing Plan

For businesses looking to have spectacular events that sell your brand, here's a quick list to get you off to a great start. Check out this article, then contact Professional Socialites to discuss your event marketing (and event planning!) vision.

PS Sighting: Evening of Bridal Luxury

Hey Everyone,

I just wanted to share my videos with you from the Houston Brides Modern Luxury Evening of Bridal Luxury. This was an AMAZING event. It was held at the Four Season Hotel in Downtown Houston on March 24th and it was worth all the sites.

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LG Entertainment

Check out the videos from the breathtaking Bridal Fashion Show! Enjoy! (Sorry for all the talking in the background.)






















Happy Planning!

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PS Sighting: The Wedding Suite at Nordstrom

Hello My Lovely Brides to Be,

I had to let you in on this amazing new gem that just landed at the Houston Galleria! Ladies, let me introduce The Wedding Suite at Nordstrom. I had the pleasure of attending the grand opening and I was speechless and how perfect it was. Imagine being able to walk in and handle ALL you clothing and accessories needs for you wedding EXPERIENCE...not just the day.

To begin your journey you will make an appointment with your Wedding Stylist who will be with you every step of the way and is a complimentary service to the magic of The Wedding Suite.

At you Initial Consultation your Wedding Stylist will learn all about your personal style and ideas for your big day. Next, you have you Initial Styling Appointment where your Wedding Stylist will pull together the most attractive selection of clothes, shoes, lingerie and accessories to help further define your wedding style.

The Spacious Dressing Room

Don't think just about your wedding dress. The Wedding Suite can help you build your entire wedding experience wardrobe down to your bridesmaids luncheon, rehearsal dinner, honeymoon outfits, and much more.

The Wedding Suite also offers Bridesmaid Styling, Styling the Mothers of the Bride and Groom, and Other Styling which includes help with looks for your flower girl and ring bearer, cuff links for the groom, thank-you gifts, and everything you haven't even thought of yet.

Now ladies, brace yourself because the magic continues!

The Wedding Suite Beauty Stylist who will help you polish you look - from skincare to makeup to fragrance - all for you special day and the events surrounding it.

Lingerie Fitters will help you find the perfect foundation to go with you wedding gown and the perfect lingerie for all those "special occasions" to come.

Tailoring and Alterations are also on site to make sure everything fits as it should.

All I can say is this place is heaven for any bride so please take a moment to go visit a Nordstrom Wedding Suite location near you. To schedule an appointment with an in-store Nordstrom Wedding Stylist, go to www.nordstrom.com/weddings or call 1.888.300.1295.

Have a wonderful Wednesday!

Blissfully,

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