The Great Pumpkins

As I sit here watching Charlie Brown's Great Pumpkin , I thought I'd share the pumpkins I have created the last few years. Happy Halloween!

Atlanta Brides Casting Call

Want to be on Get Married TV? Check out this casting call ASAP!


http://www.getmarried.com/eblast/casting-atl/index.html

Whitney + Winn

9.19.09
My dear friend Whitney was married September 19 in the quaint town of Bristol, Virginia. Having been there from the moment the couple met, and through their courtship, this was a very special wedding for me to attend. It was so fun helping Whitney through the planning process and lining things up for them on-site. Not a detail was left behind and even the weather held out for this picturesque mountain wedding weekend. Here are some photos from the bride’s personal collection so you can see for yourself how gorgeous everything turned out. Congratulations to the Everharts xoxo!

I am just loving the Style Cirle over on Style Me Pretty's website. This morning I have been working on a board for a potential client using the fun combination of Tiffany Blue and Red.

Credits: Mark Brooke, Lisa Lefkowitz, Meg Perotti

All Hung Up!

As a wedding planner it is my job to notice every tiny detail to make things perfect. My latest obsession and hang-up (literally), are the hangers that bridal gowns come on. Nearly every bride wants the "dress shot"; you know the one were the gown hangs from the door, or an armoire just before she puts it on. These shots are beautiful, and gives everyone a chance to see all the details of the gown in all of her glory and there it sits on some cheap-o plastic hanger. You may think I am a bit Joan Crawford-esque by obsessing over this detail, but that’s why I do what I do!

I’ve found some great alternatives on Esty.com that would make a great keepsake for any bride. Check out HollySews shop and KimGrantInk for great ideas! Not only will the photos look great and memorable, but the gown can rest on this pretty hanger forever.
Cheers!

Happy 1st Anniversary to the Rawlings

Happy Anniversary Reed + Jessica! Image: Tina Rowden

"I Do" or "I Will"

At a wedding rehearsal last weekend the pastor asked the couple to say "I Will" rather than the more common vow agreement "I Do". We asked him why and his answer was simple and perfect, "I do represents the present tense, I Will represents the future". I loved that.

Persimmon Creek Vineyards

Just two short hours north of Atlanta in the town of Clayton lies the home of Persimmon Creek Vineyards. This private winery is nestled in the foothills of the mountains and offers beautiful vistas of the vineyards and mountains. The Vineyard is open by appointment only but is available to host intimate lunches and vineyard tours for groups. Recently I hosted a lunch to honor an engaged friend. We dined al fresco and enjoyed a lovely 3-course lunch paired with the fresh harvest wines made at Persimmon Creek.
For more information or to book your visit please contact Maryann Hardmann at Persimmon Creek : Persimmoncreekwines.com

To Dye For

Remember the days you would get your shoes dyed for prom and there were only three of four selections at your local Bakers store? Well as the saying goes "We've come a long way baby!"

Dyeables are back and not just for prom or weddings! One of my clients bought the most gorgeous pair of Stuart Weitzman shoes for her wedding day (below) and is planning on dying them a fun hot color to spice up a black dress after the wedding!

I loved that idea so I hit up My Glass Slipper and perused some of their adorable collections from Kate Spade, Stuart Weitzman and Bagdley Mischka. I love them all!

Shoe images via myglasslipper.com

Kick-off time!

Fall is such a popular time for weddings, and here in the South fall also means Football. You can't go anywhere on a Saturday without talking about the pigskin! So as my favorite season is mere days away I present you with what I think is the best of both worlds: An FSU Inspired wedding! Enjoy this board created by the girls at Bliss Event Group and Go 'Noles!