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Saturday, June 30, 2018

Vendor Spotlight :: Ruthi Hutson Cakes in McKinney

Over the past 11 years in business, I've eaten a lot of wedding cake. I mean A LOT of wedding cake. After trying this amazing cake that graced our photo shoot on Wednesday, I have to say that this one definitely made the list of my top choices! This chocolate cake was so moist and tasty, and that buttercream frosting.....oh my! Indescribable! MMmm MMmm! I'm so thankful I got to enjoy some of this chocolatey goodness! Ruthi Hutson Cakes did an absolutely amazing job, and I can't wait to work with her again! If you need cakes, cupcakes, cookies, macarons....definitely give her a call for something delicious and lovely!


Facebook :: Ruthi Hutson Cakes
Instagram :: @ruthihutsoncakes









Friday, June 29, 2018

#SignatureSaturdays :: Let-Freedom-Rita!





"Let-Freedom-Rita" this 4th of July!


To make the rim, combine 1/2 sugar, 1/2 salt, a few drops of blue food coloring and mix. Wet the edge of the glass and roll in rim mix to coat the rim.

Drop a few fresh raspberries in the bottom of the glass and add one shot grenadine, fill the glass with ice, pour two shots Milagro silver tequila gently over the ice, then pour lemonade gently over that nearly filling the glass, top it off with one shot Blue Curacao liqueur and fresh blueberries. Cheers!


Cocktail from @Cockeyed_Cocktails on Instagram.
Check out their page for more cocktails!




Industrial Chic Styled Photo Shoot

Courtney and I brainstormed this idea over a coffee meeting months ago, and it's been brewing ever since! I'm so excited with the amazing vendors that came together to put our vision into reality! Everyone involved did such an amazing job! Courtney spent hours taking photos of what we set up, and I can't begin to say how excited I am to see the results! The models were absolutely breathtaking, the gowns were stunning, the desserts were beyond expectations....everything was perfect!









On a side note, this photo shoot was totally powered by Instagram. Every single person who participated was someone I met and connected with through Instagram....or they're a vendor who was introduced to me by another vendor I met on Instagram. Everyone literally came to me through Instagram! Throughout the day there were IG photos, stories, boomerangs... IG has become such a huge part of my business! Meeting brides, meeting vendors, getting inspiration, connecting with likeminded vendors, planners and designers....it's such an empowering and inspirational tool! Had to give props and a shout out to #Instagram for helping this all come together!










:: PARTICIPATING VENDORS ::


Planning, Styling, Decor, Flowers :: Michell Events
Photographer :: Courtney Lynn Photography
Cheesecakes :: Dandelion Cheesecakes
Caramels, Caramel Apples & Favors :: Dallas Caramel Company
Pies & Cookies :: Bonafide Betties Pie Co.
Jar Pies :: Texas Petite Pies
Jar Jelly Favors :: The Jelly Queens
Models :: Mykel & Vanessa




Sunday, June 24, 2018

Celeb Wedding :: Scotty McCreery + Gabi Dugal

Country star Scotty McCreery and his girlfriend of six years Gabi Dugal tied the knot at Twickenham House & Hall in the North Carolina mountains on Saturday in front of more than 200 of their loved ones, PEOPLE confirms exclusively.

“We’ve been dating six years and have known each other our whole lives. That kind of story doesn’t happen too often nowadays,” the American Idol winner — whose single “This Is It” off his No. 1 album Seasons Change details their love story and sweet proposal — told PEOPLE before the wedding. “I support her dreams and she supports mine.”

See the full article at People Magazine.









Saturday, June 23, 2018

Vendor Spotlight :: Providence Place Bridal Boutique in Rockwall

Lynette at Providence Place Bridal Boutique is fantastic! She's always so friendly and so helpful! I can't recommend this bridal shop enough. I had the pleasure of visiting today to pick up some gowns and was impressed from beginning to end!

Located in quaint downtown Rockwall, it's a beautiful and relaxing space to do your bridal shopping. Rows of gorgeous gowns, trendy accessories, lovely seating areas, and then there's the friendly faces to help you out! Contact them to schedule an appointment and see what they have to offer!

You'll get to see their gowns featured in our Steampunk wedding shoot coming up this Wednesday. Stay tuned!! Thanks again Lynette - - you're amazing!


Twitter :: @proviplace
Pinterest :: Providence Place














#SignatureSaturday :: Saturday Smash




Try the Saturday Smash, because Saturday deserves its own cocktail.


1.5 oz Crown Royal Northern Harvest Rye
Muddled Blueberries
.5 oz Lemon Juice

.5 oz Simple Syrup
Garnish with Blueberry



Cocktail from @crownroyal on Instagram



Friday, June 22, 2018

Happy Anniversary to our June Lovebirds!

Happy Anniversary to our lovely June brides + grooms! Wedding season is upon us, and summer is a very popular time for weddings!


Amanda + Andrew
June 3


Katy + Jake
June 9


Candice + Mike
June 13


Natasha + Antwane
June 14


Casey + Sean
June 18


Heather + Rob
June 19


10 Years!!!
Christin + Matt
June 21


Chrissy + Andrew
June 25


Kim + Mike
June 27


Molly + TJ
June 27





Wednesday, June 20, 2018

Congrats Cori + Stephen! :: Epic Father's Day Wedding

We pulled together some décor and coordinated for an absolutely epic Father's Day wedding this weekend! Cori was in Washington DC, Stephen was in NY, and they were planning a wedding in Denton, TX so they contacted us for some assistance. We came on to handle their day-of coordinating, flowers, linens and other rentals. I must say, it was a fantastic group of vendors involved and everything turned out wonderfully!

This power couple is amazing in so many ways! Both charming, both gorgeous, and both bursting with smiles! The men looked totally dapper in their blue suits, and the lovely ladies donned blush bridesmaids gowns in different styles. Cori was absolutely ravishing in her form fitting gown, the detailing on the back was stunning! Beautiful location, beautiful people, beautiful occasion!

Cori & Stephen both work in broadcasting, so there were touches here and there giving a nod to their power careers! Stephen's Dad was his Best Man and gave a toast, calling it an amazing Father's Day gift! They had a surprise ice cream truck arrive later in the evening to cool down the guests after the hot day! They both wore leis throughout the reception as a nod to Stephen's Hawaiian roots. I just loved all of their personal touches!

Congrats Cori & Stephen! The wedding as epic and I'm blessed that I was asked to be a part of it! Wishing you both a life full of blessings!






Wed-Libs!


The entry staircase lined with candles...




Passed appetizers by Extreme Cuisine




Donut station!

 


Coordination, Flowers, Linens, Rentals :: Michéll Events
Wedding Venue :: The Springs (Denton)
Catering :: Extreme Cuisine
Photographer :: David Loi Studios
Videographer :: Bouquet of Fireworks
Photo Booth :: Tag Me Bro
Rehearsal Dinner :: Fortunata Winery
Hair/MUA :: Halen Casey




Wednesday, June 13, 2018

Happy Anniversary :: Candice + Mike

Candice + Mike
June 13


Happy Anniversary to Candice & Mike! 
This sweet couple had a gorgeous lakeside tented reception!







Sunday, June 10, 2018

Celeb Wedding :: Happy Anniversary Wynonna + Cactus

Six years ago today Wynonna and Cactus tied the knot! Happy anniversary to the lovely couple! See the story behind their small and intimate (barefoot) wedding affair plus more lovely photos at US Magazine.