Dessert styling for your wedding

Today I pre-ordered the newest, hottest book about to be released.  It is a must have for event planners and for any bride who desire to have a dessert display during the reception.  Dessert bars transcend many events and if you decide to do it, buy the book so you do it right.

 

Popularity: 30% [?]

The psychology of shoes

Are you lusting after a pair of Christian Louboutins to wear under your dress but all those around you say the price is insane… no one will see it… and on and on.  I say BOO to the naysayers.  As a woman who loves her shoes (and I have some really fabulous ones) I say go for it. Spend the money.

It’s just money.  And really, don’t you have a special piece of clothing, accessory or shoes that you love and paid too much money for? How do you feel when you wear them?  I have a special shoe, called the Josephine by Christian Louboutin.  They are black and gold.  They make me feel so fabulous and awesome, more so than normal.

On your special day, I swear fabulous shoes give you super powers.  So go for it.

This bride wore two dresses and her outfits were finished out with two awesome pair of shoes.  A studded Louboutin and a blinged out Manolo Blahnik.  They were stunning and frankly, the outfit just didn’t work without the shoes *wink*

I love the way Lee accessorized her wedding day attire. For her reception she added a black sash and a black hair piece to add contrast and drama to her beautiful blond hair.  The illusion of two wedding dresses but really only one.

 

Popularity: 55% [?]

San Antonio’s Fiesta around the corner

Have you thought about how you will decorate for the biggest party of the city.  A twitter friend, Ron Aaron took this picture. It is a home in Terrell Hills.  I can’t wait to do this again. Simple yet FANTASTIC!

San Antonio Fiesta decor

Fiesta is only 98 days away! Get your tickets, dust off you social calendar, there are too many events you just can’t miss.  Look for updates soon about our newest event: Fiesta Especial.  We are honored to be working on this event among many private events throughout the city.

Popularity: 50% [?]

Suggested reading for your wedding

You’re newly engaged. You read yesterday’s post about making a guest list.  Now let’s just jump into some fun stuff – what is it going to look like!?  Some of you have been planning a wedding in your mind for years and some have not given it any thought.  I have the perfect book for you: Weddings by Sasha Souza.  Sasha is an incredible wedding planner who is also a fantastic designer / producer.  I’ve found a lot of inspiration from her personally and from this book which is just lovely.  There are color sections, menus and actual weddings, not stage photo shoots which have invaded our industry and many blogs.  (I love a nice photo shoot, but it’s not always an achievable wedding look.)

I own this book, times three! One is my personal reference and I loan out the other two to current clients.  This is a great coffee table book and you can reference it in the future for many design aspects.  I have attached a picture of my autographed copy below.  Probably my favorite autograph ever. Thanks Sasha!

Surprised I didn’t recommend a planning book? Are you kidding, we want you to hire us! Click here to order the book from Amazon:

Signature Sasha: Magnificent Weddings by Design

Popularity: 30% [?]