#SignatureSaturday :: Ciroc-Star Martini

Martinis are the best! I love trying different varieties, and the fruity always turn out to be my favorite! Here's a recipe for a fruity martini with Ciroc French Vanilla vodka and champagne. Sounds absolutely fabulous!

Ingredients:
-35ml ❤️Ciroc French Vanilla❤️
-15ml Passion Fruit Syrup
-10ml Rhubarb Aperitif
-25ml White Peach Purée
-5ml Lemon Juice
-50ml Champagne on the side
-Half a Passion Fruit for garnish

Want a more traditional recipe? Got you covered:
-2oz ❤️Ciroc French Vanilla❤️
-0.5oz Passion Fruit Syrup
-0.5oz Lime Juice
-Pulp from 1 and 1/2 Passion Fruits
-Use the remaining half of passion fruit as garnish.

Both recipes taste great! Happy start of weekend! 🎉🎉🎉


Post from @welcometomybar

Our 2017 in Review

2017 was one for the books! It marked ten years for me in the event planning business. I planned and executed my first wedding in 2007, so 2017 was a huge milestone year for me - - a decade! I can't wait to see what's in store for the next ten years!

2017

2007

We were blessed to work on some amazing events and floral orders this year! My favorite part of this job is being a part of people's most special days! Whether a birthday floral arrangement or

Photo by The Mamones

Photo by Fawn & Fellow

We formed some amazing partnerships and connected with some wonderful new vendors this year! Be sure to check them out for your 2018 weddings and events!

Sparrow Creek Ranch

Citrus Events

Elmbrook Catering

Trump Photography

Yelibelly Chocolates

Tart-a-licious

Brookielynn's Bungalow

We attend tours and events all over north Texas, and some amazing venues really grabbed our attention this year! There are just tons of venues in the area, so when one has a unique attribute then it stands out to me above the rest! Here are some of our faves from this year!

Sparrow Creek Ranch

A gorgeous rustic-chic barn with chandeliers!

Graham, TX

The Filter Building on White Rock Lake

Gorgeous lake views and an indoor blank slate!

Dallas, TX

Longhorn Ballroom

A newly renovated classic!

Dallas, TX

Chapel Creek Ranch

Indoor & outdoor rustic elegant spaces!

Denton, TX

Hidden Pines Chapel

Sophisticated whitewashed chapel with gorgeous chandeliers!

Highland Village, TX

2017 was fabulous, and 2018 promises to be even better! We have so much planned for the coming year and I seriously can't wait to get started! We've got weddings, open houses, fundraisers, floral clients and a new line of event rentals coming....let's get busy! Happy New Year to everyone, be safe....and cheers to 2018!

Designer Spotlight :: Hayley Paige

Hayley Paige is one of my all time favorite gown designers. Her dresses are frilly, flowy, fluffy, layered, beaded, sparkly, floral, sexy....breathtaking! I want to get married again just to be able to wear one! I love keeping up with her posts and new designs to see what's next...it's always something dreamy and ethereal!

In addition to her dreamy dress designs, she has an app and posts drawings called Holy Matrimoji that are fabulous wedding related artsy type posts to inspire you and make you laugh! Check out some of her network of pages below so you can ooh and aah....

Instagram :: @blushbyhayleypaige

Instagram :: @misshayleypaige

Instagram :: @holymatrimoji

Instagram :: @jlm_couture

Facebook :: Hayley Paige Bridal

Facebook :: Hayley Ever After

www.hayleypaige.com

7 Ideas for a Glamorous New Year's Eve Wedding

Throwing a NYE wedding is I've had the pleasure of working on a few NYE weddings and parties throughout the years, and one thing's for sure....they're always full of sparkle, personality and fun! Pop the bubbly, cheers with your loved ones and ring in the New Year as Mr. & Mrs. in style!

Champagne Bottle Guestbook
A creative way to provide a "guestbook" for guests to sign, and a wonderful addition to your home to look back and remember for the years to come!

Clocks
This is a timeless and classic theme for NYE weddings! Don't go overboard with it, but using clocks as accent throughout your décor is a classy touch!

Fireworks & Sparklers
NYE is the perfect time for fireworks and sparklers! Arrange a special fireworks show for your guests with professionals, or have a sparkling grand exit by providing sparklers for your guests!

Urban Fringe Living

Photo Booth & Props
Photo booths are a great way to provide fun entertainment for your guests, plus a keepsake for you! Have a sparkly photo booth background for the occasion and provide some funny themed props!

Paper Sparkle Designs

Champagne Signature Drinks
NYE is a classy night, so make your bar match accordingly! Offer a champagne cocktail as a signature drink for your guests so they can chime in your marriage (and the New year) in style!

Southern Living

Sparkly Dresses
New Year's is definitely a time for glitz and glamour! The ladies can dress accordingly with sparkle and shimmer for a NYE wedding!

Theodora James

Resolutions for Table Numbers

Choose a group of love resolutions and use them as table numbers. Your guests will mingle around the room in order to read them all...

Pink Lotus

#SignatureSaturday :: Cinque du UPS

Our third and final post for this weekend's #SignatureSaturday is "CINQUE DU UPS"! This one is in honor of online Christmas shopping, which is what I had to do this year... the flu will really slows you down! Now I'm home with all my Amazon, UPS and FedEx boxes and wrapping the night away!

INGREDIENTS

3/4 oz Don Ciccio e Figli Cinque aperitivo
3/4 oz Egan's Irish Whiskey
3/4 oz Solerno Blood Orange
3/4 oz Cinzano Bianco
Orange Blossom water mist

GARNISH: ...Mailing Boxes!

Post from @the_garnishguy

#SignatureSaturday :: Smirnoff Peppermint Twist

Since it's Christmas weekend and there are a LOT of holiday gatherings going on, I'm throwing out a few extra #SignatureSaturday posts today to share some holiday worthy cocktails! Cocktail #2 is a Smirnoff Peppermint Twist!

Ingredients

5oz Smirnoff Peppermint Twist

.75oz Godiva Mocha Liqueur

2oz dash of Heavy Cream

Mix and enjoy!

Recipe from @smirnoffus.

#SignatureSaturday :: GINgerbread Sour

Since it's Christmas weekend and there are a LOT of holiday gatherings going on, I'm throwing out a few extra #SignatureSaturday posts today to share some holiday worthy cocktails! Cocktail #1 is a GINgerbread Sour!

Ingredients

2 Parts Sipsmith London Dry Gin
1 Part Lemon Juice
1 Splash Gingerbread Syrup
1 Dash Bitters
1 Egg White

Directions

Pour all ingredients into a cocktail shaker. Dry shake, fill with ice and shake again. Fine strain into a chilled glass.


Beverage recipe from @sipsmith.

Planning Tips :: Holiday Weddings

If you have your heart set on a holiday wedding, keep in mind there are a few things that make holiday weddings different than non-holiday weddings. Take all the details into consideration before deciding whether a holiday wedding date will work for you!

Photo by Wodzicz Photography

Holiday Décor
The holidays have beautiful color palettes and traditional décor that can be incorporated, making your design concepts a little easier to come up with. Utilize the ability to incorporate the holiday into your décor. That being said, don't over-do the holiday theme! You don't need to include every Christmas decoration available...select one holiday theme and execute it elegantly.

Unpredictable Guest Attendance
Being that it's a holiday, some of your guests may already have holiday plans in place and not be able to attend. In addition, the holidays are generally big spending times for people and this may affect your guest's ability to afford to attend. During the holiday seasons, hotels, gas and travel costs also go up. Keep in mind that a holiday wedding could make your guest count lower than a non-holiday wedding date for several different reasons.

Photo by Wodzicz Photography

Expenses
During some holiday seasons, some of the details for your wedding may go up in price. For example, roses are going to be more expensive around Valentine's Day than other times of year. Keep this in mind when selecting your vendors and items for a holiday wedding! You may instead choose something not in demand during that holiday time for a more reasonable price. On the contrary, some other things may be priced more reasonably because it's in season! Make sure to select things like flowers, food, beverages, and such that fit the season and are readily available so there's no markup on the cost.

Vendors Availability
Some vendors don't generally work holidays. That being said, if you find one who does they may have higher rates in place for the holidays. Keep your budget in mind when you're selecting a wedding date, and make sure you're able to select vendors who can work on your holiday wedding date.

FLASH SALE :: DIY Bride's Planning Package

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Planning Binder (with thumb drive) ·         A central location for all your wedding planning documents, contracts, ideas… ·         How to Create Your Budget ·         My Wedding Budget ·         My Wedding Guest List ·         My Wedding Vendors ·         My Wedding To-Do Checklist ·         Local Vendor & Venue Recommendations ·         List of Emergency Kit Items to Prepare ·         Sample Wedding Day Itinerary / Timeline ·         All documents printed in your binder for easy notes and writing access ·         All documents on a thumb drive for easy computer access
Hat Box filled with Samples, Gifts, Products... ·         Hat Box to keep your wedding treasures ·         Products & samples from local vendors ·         Edible favor samples ·         Makeup and beauty products ·         Coupons for savings on wedding services ·         Gift from Michéll Events

BONUS! Should you decide to book a partial or full planning package with us after your DIY package, your $299 payment will be credited to wards the cost of your planning package!

:: Recent bride's review of our DIY Bride's Planning Package ::

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went into this feeling like I was reaching in the dark and you gave me a
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