5 Great Bridal Party Gifts

This week is all about showing your bridal party how much you appreciate everything they have done by giving them the perfect gift. I have brides who give everything from a piece of jewelry to a gift basket to a great bottle of fragrance.

Over the years, I have compiled a short list of fabulous bridal party favors. I cannot wait to share them with all of you.

My Wonderful Vacation

So I cannot even begin to express how wonderful my vacation was. From our trip to Tennessee for the Gator game to France and then to Italy, I am still in awe. Every moment was just pretty much perfect. So without further hesitation, here are just some of the pictures....

Thank you letter from Shanna & Grant

Dear Jen and Jenna,

We just wanted to take a moment to thank you both for all of your hard work on our wedding day. Grant and I never could have made it through the day without your help! There is one specific moment that I can clearly remember as my dad was waiting to walk me down the aisle. He looked at my mother and I and said, "Thank God we hired wedding planners! We never would have been able to pull this off without them." And it was so true. Everything from start to finish went smoothly and just as I had imagined it. Thank you guys so much for everything, you're both awesome! We could not have asked for a more perfect wedding day. It was the greatest way to start our new lives together!

With much thanks,
Shanna & Grant Karcher XOXOXOXOXOXOXO

A is for Andy's Taylor Rental

We have had the pleasure to work with the wonderful rental company, Andy's Taylor Rental, numerous times. And each time we work with them we are blown away with their creativity, resourcefulness, and kindness.

Andy's Taylor Rental can take your special event up to the next notch. They can rent you just about anything--a gold chivari chair to make your event so elegant your guests will be thinking they are at a celebrity wedding, a beautiful white wedding tent to hold whatever your guest count may be, etc.

They truly are a premier wedding vendor.

I sat down with Amy from Andy's Taylor Rental to gain some more insight into their family owned business. Here is what she revealed:

1. How did Andy's Taylor Rental begin?

My father started Taylor Rental 28 years ago. He was a hospital administrator in Thomasville, GA, my brother was graduating from highschool and he just did not want to work for someone any more. He went to a franchise show and this is the one that appealed to him.

2. What is your favorite part of weddings and events?

I think my favorite part of the weddings and events is when a client says you made my day special!

3. What's your one of your hobbies?

My one biggest hobby is designing that special day.

4. What is one of the hottest wedding trends with rentals?

I think one of the hottest trends is personalization. Making it your own. Using color, unique style and creating your own tradition.

5. If you could do anything else what would you do?

I can't think of anything else except play with my grandson and impose on my children.

6. What is the #1 product you suggest for every bride not to scrimp on?

I recommend that no bride ever scrimp on accommodations (ie.Tenting) & seating, remember you have invited guest to your event, they should be comfortable.

You can reach Andy's Taylor Rental at:

website: www.taylorrentalstaug.com

phone: 904.471.2991

email: eventplanner@bellsouth.net

Flowers, flowers, which flowers???

Flowers can be a major expense when it comes to your wedding day, especially when you want a particular flower that does not bloom during the season of your wedding. Here is a great guide on which flowers are available which season:

Fall
Bird of Paradise, Chrysanthemum, Orchid, Marigold, Zinnia

Winter
Holly, Jasmine, Poinsettia, Amaryllis, Waxflower

Spring
Daffodil, Lilacs, Peony, Tulip, Freesia

Summer
Daisy, Sweet Pea, Lily, Sunflower, Dahlia

Photos by: Leahjeanphoto.com

KICKOFF WEEK: Vendors from A to Z

Now that I have made it back from my wonderful vacation, I would like to kick off my first week back with starting our new blog series: Vendors from A to Z. Each week we will be highlighting one or two of our premier vendors from A to Z.

Join us as we place the spotlight on these top notch vendors. You will get to learn not only about their business but also about them. I hope you will enjoy these upcoming weeks as much as I will.

Jet Setting

Well I'm just about all packed....

I leave tonight for my big, well-deserved, vacation. Andy and I are so excited! Here's what we have planned:

Friday: Hunting in North Carolina

Saturday: Head to Tennessee for the Tennessee vs. Florida Game GO GATORS

Sunday: Off to France

Monday: BONJOUR FRANCE

Tuesday: Sailing in the Mediterranean

Wednesday: Tour of the Nice Vineyards

Thursday: Day Trip to Monaco

Friday: Relax on the Chase Lounges on the Dock of Hotel Martinez while Drinking Champagne

Saturday: Welcome Back to the States

I promise I'll post pictures as soon as I get back to work the next Monday. Au revior!!!

New Wedding Floral Design Website

Our dear friend, Ashlee, of Simply Roses Florist just began a new division of her flower shop-SR Enchantment. SR Enchantment is an upscale floral design firm, specializing in of course WEDDINGS! Check out her new website at www.srenchantment.com.

Welcome Jennifer and Matthew

Welcome Jennifer and Matthew to our beautiful celebrate! family! We had such a wonderful time talking with Jennifer and her mom this past weekend about the plans for Jennifer's wedding. Jennifer wants a simple but romantic wedding this upcoming February. No color scheme yet, so we will have to post again once Jennifer decides and we create a color board for her. So stayed tuned!!!!

Vendors from A to Z

Choosing the right vendors to make your wedding day vision come together is one of the most important parts of the wedding planning process. So....

I thought it would be not only insightful but fun to spotlight two vendors a week, from A to Z.