Weddings to Celebrate: Robyn & Zac

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There is no higher honor than a referral, and I'm so grateful that Robyn & Marcy (Robyn's mother) were referred to me.  They are two of the most thoughtful people one could ever meet, and I had a blast helping them pull everything together for Robyn & Zac's big day.  Enjoy some eye candy from the lovely Nancy Aidee...

Happy planning!!

Resha

...Exceptional Cast of Vendors Partners...

Coordination:  Something to Celebrate, Resha Zazueta

Photographer:  Nancy Aidee Photography

Videographer:  Mason Jar Films

Venue & Catering: Hotel ZaZa

Flowers & Decor: Blooming Gallery, Scott Konitzer

Music: Divisi Strings (Ceremony) & Simply Irresistible (Reception Band)

Cakes:  Susie's Cakes

Hair/Makeup: Blush & Co

Photo Booth: My Event is the Bomb

 

Sneak Peak!! Ashley & Neal's Wedding At The Houstonian| Houston Wedding Planner

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I have one word for Ashley & Neal's November wedding:  DREAMY.  I had so much fun helping Ashley and her sweet mother, Wendy, plan all the details of this incredible event.  Scott Konitzer of Blooming Gallery transformed the Houstonian Grande Ballroom with lush white carpet and draping and a clean palette of white, ivory and green.  Here are a few sneak peak pictures captured by the oh-so-talented Morgan Lynn of Morgan Lynn Photography.  Enjoy, and get inspired!!

xoxo,

Something To Celebrate

And here is the Dream Team Cast of Vendor Partners.  This event would not have been successful without each and every one.  :) 

Wedding Planner:  Something to Celebrate

Venue & Catering:  The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa

Design & Florals:  Scott Konitzer, Blooming Gallery

Photography:  Morgan Lynn Photography

Videography:  31 Films

Lighting:  Bright Star Productions

Dance Floor:  Mike's Dance Floors

Ceremony Music:  Avalon Music, string quartet

Cocktail Music:  Diana Warner

Reception Music:  Professor D (Band) & Chris, Bradley David Entertainment (DJ)

Ice Sculptures:  Ice Designs

Cake:  Susie's Cakes

Made-to-Order Donuts:  Sugar Bunch Creations

Get-Away Vehicle:  Monarch British Limos

Hair & Makeup:  Donna Abate, Jentry & Loris

Weddings to Celebrate: Elaine & Jeff at Congregation Beth Israel and Rice Crystal Ballroom

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This was such a fun wedding to plan!  I loved the lively and Kate Spade-inspired color palette of hot pink, turquoise, purple, yellow, and orange and black & white stripe accents.  And I loved planning with this family even more than I loved the bright color palette.  Feast your eyes on the pretty pictures captured by the oh-so-talented Tina Lau of Agape House Studio.  She did an incredible job capturing the feel and emotion of the day, along with all the pretty details.  Enjoy!!

xoxo

The Exceptional Cast of Vendors

Coordination/Decor Design:  Resha Zazueta, Something to Celebrate

Venues:  Congregation Beth Israel & Rice Crystal Ballroom

Photographer:  Tina Lau, Agape House Studio

Videographer:  Luxe Films

Floral/Decor:  Blooming Gallery

Decor Rentals:  Elegant Beginnings, Inc

Cake & Desserts:  Susie's Cakes & Petite Sweets

Ceremony Musicians & Band:  Avalon Music & In10City Band

Lighting:  Bradley David Entertainment

Marquee Letter Rental: Marquee House of Letters

Hair/Makeup:  Blush & Co

Transportation: Transportation Consultants

Weddings to Celebrate: Lindsey & Matthew at Hotel ZaZa

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If I had to describe Lindsey & Matthew in one word, it would be FUN.  I loved every minute of helping them plan their wedding, and every minute of their wedding day.  They had an intimate event with fifty of their nearest and dearest ... and every single person had a ball!  A picture is worth a thousand words.  I'll let these incredible images (captured by Agape House Studio) speak for themselves.

xoxo

The Exceptional Cast of Vendors

Planner:  Something to Celebrate, Resha Zazueta

Venue & Catering:  Hotel ZaZa

Photographer:  Agape House Studio

Florist:  Simply Charming Flowers / SCF Events

Lighting:  Bright Star Productions

Chargers:  Elegant Beginnings / EBInc

Cake:  Susie's Cakes

Harpist: Avalon Music

Gamelan Group & Band:  Show Business Entertainment (Space City Gamelan & The Royal Dukes)

Hair / Makeup: Fringe Salon

Weddings to Celebrate: Maria & Victor

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I feel like a broken record - but referrals are always my favorite way to meet new clients.  Especially when those clients are siblings!  I had the pleasure of coordinating Minju & Victor G's wedding a couple of years ago...and was THRILLED when Maria & Victor L (Minju's brother) contacted me to coordinate theirs.  I would challenge anyone to find a more loving and kind family...I would coordinate a wedding for them any time!!! The oh-so-talented Sam Le (Sam Hugh Photography) did an incredible job capturing the feel of the day.  A picture is worth a thousand words; I'll let these speak for themselves.

The Incredible Cast of Vendors

Coordinator - Resha Zazueta, Something to Celebrate

Venue & Catering - La Colombe D'Or

Photography - Sam Hugh Photography

Videography - Kinsmen Productions

Florist - Simply Charming Flowers / SCF Events

Rentals - Elegant Beginnings, Inc.

DJ & Lighting - LG Entertainment

Ceremony Pianist - Scott Graham

Cake - World Catering

Hair / Makeup - Hey Lovely

Weddings to Celebrate: Lindsey & Randy

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Lindsey and Randy's wedding was one for the books!  After a long and sweet courtship, they had a short three month engagement.  They came to me for help just two months out, and I was thrilled to assist.  However, the length of their engagement isn't what made their wedding so unique.  It was the number of receptions.  They were married in an intimate ceremony in Park City, Utah.  They had a small reception in Park City, and then two days later...we had reception #2 in Houston for their Texas friends and family.  But wait, there's more! (ha) The week after the Texas reception, they had  reception #3 in Los Angeles for their California friends and family.  What a whirlwind!  

They hired three planners (one in each city), and Lindsey gave me one of the best compliments of my career.  She said I was the best of the three, and she wished I had planned all of the events.  I can not properly express how much her words meant to me.  

Lindsey and Randy possess two of my favorite qualities:  They are both humble and kind.  They have great spirits, they are a join to be around, and I am forever grateful to have worked with them.  

Here are some of the gorgeous shots Chip Gillespie captured for their Texas Reception.  I hope you enjoy them as much as I do!  

xoxo,

And, a HUGE thank you to the incredible cast of vendors who helped pull this event together.  Each one was a dream to work with :)  

Coordinator:  Resha Zazueta, Something to Celebrate

Photographer:  Chip Gillespie Photography

Videographer:  MIA Video Productions

Venue & Catering:  Carlton Woods

Floral / Decor Rentals:  Scott Konitzer, Blooming Gallery

DJ & Lighting:  Bradley David Entertainment

Desserts:  Sweet

Late Night Snack:  Whataburger

Weddings to Celebrate: Amanda & Trent

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I had the absolute privilege of helping Amanda & Trent plan their beautiful May wedding at Second Baptist Church and the Crystal Ballroom. Working with this sweet couple and with Amanda's parents truly was a wonderful experience. Serendipity Photography captured all of the love and excitement of this day so perfectly.

Cast of Vendors

Church: Second Baptist Church

Venue: Crystal Ballroom

Coordinator: Something to Celebrate

Photographer: Serendipity Photography

Videographer: Cinema Candy 

Florist/Linens: Blooming Gallery 

Cakes: Who Made the Cake

DJ/Lighting/Photo Booth: Jonny Black Productions

Transportation: AFC 

Weddings to Celebrate: Megan & Stephen

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There are no words to properly describe how much I adore this family.  I planned Jackelyn & Zachary's wedding back in 2012 and was THRILLED when Megan (Zachary's sister) asked me to help with the planning for her wedding.  You couldn't meet a nicer group of people, and I am honored to call them friends.  They are welcoming, wonderful, open, loving and full of fun.  And Megan's wedding was all of those things times a million.  Though it was easily one of the most beautiful events I've ever planned, it was incredible because of the "vibe" in the room.  From the guests to the food to the music playing, it was a fairytale event.  I'll let the pictures tell you the rest of the story.  (If you don't know it already, Chip Gillespie is the bee's knees.)

Happy planning!!

The incredible cast of vendors.  Hands down, some of the best in the business.  Without them, this night would not have been as magical.  

Venue: Congregation Beth Israel

Coordinator:  Resha Zazueta, Something to Celebrate

Photographer:  Chip Gillespie Photography

Videographer:  Evoke Photo & Video

Caterer:  Rice Epicurean

Cakes:  Alphorn Bakery

Floral & Decor Rentals:  Scott Konitzer, Blooming Gallery

Lighting:  Bright Star Productions

Ceremony Music: Divisi Strings

Reception Music:  Professor D (booked through Show Business Entertainment)

Catering Rentals:  Swift Events

Dancefloor:  Mike's Dance Floors

Macaroon Ice Cream Sandwiches:  Ricca

Transportation:  TMI & Monarch British Limos

Alison & Pierce's Wedding featured on The Knot!

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I am so excited to share the news that Alison & Pierce's wedding was featured on The Knot Real Weddings and will also be featured in the upcoming magazine edition of The Knot Texas! :) Check out the link below!

The Knot- Alison & Pierce

Weddings to Celebrate: Leah & Mark

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I had an absolute blast helping Leah & Mark plan their April wedding. Each meeting truly was more fun then the last! Edmonson Photography captured this amazing celebration beautifully and were such a joy to work with!

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Cast of Vendors

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Venue: The Grove

Coordinator:

Something to Celebrate

, Lauren Carrillo 

Photography:

Edmonson Phtotography

Florist & Rentals:

Blooming Gallery

Tent:

Aztec 

Desserts:

Three Brothers Bakery 

Ceremony Music:

Divisi Strings 

Reception Music:

Jonny Black Productions 

Photo Booth:

Shutterbooth Houston

Transportation:

AFC

Getaway Vehicle:

Monarch British Limos

Hair & Makeup:

Blush and Co. 

Press to Celebrate!

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Megan & Matt's beautiful fall wedding is featured in the latest edition of Trendy Bride's magazine

.  Yay!!  Special Thank you to Megan, Matt and their families for hiring me to help them with their planning, to Dana Fernandez for capturing such beautiful images, and to the entire vendor team for making the event fabulous!

In addition, I was quoted today in an

article for The Daily Meal

on tips for hosting an outdoor wedding.  If you are in need of tips for an outdoor wedding (or really any outdoor event), check it out!

Weddings to Celebrate: Courtney & Brandon

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I met Courtney & Brandon last summer, and we "clicked" instantly.  I adore this couple, and helping them plan their wedding was a ton of fun.  After meeting their families, I knew why they were such great people.  They both come from exceptional stock!  :)  And they sure do know how to laugh and have a good time!

As always, Julie Wilhite

captured the day beautifully.  Feast your eyes on these pretty pictures...

Happy Planning,

Fantastic Cast of Vendors:

Coordinator:  Something to Celebrate, Resha Zazueta

Photographer:  Julie Wilhite Photography

Venue & Catering:  Bell Tower on 34th Street

Cakes: Susie's Cakes

Florist:  Stem's Custom Floral

DJ & Lighting:  LG Entertainment

Weddings to Celebrate: Denise & Gray

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I love referrals!  They are the best gift a client could ever give me.  When that referral is within the same immediate family, I am doubly delighted.  Especially when it's this family.  They are incredible!!  I was fortunate enough to coordinate Karen & Darryl's wedding back in 2013.  When Karen's parents contacted me last year to ask me to help with Denise's wedding (their oldest daughter), I was over-the-moon :)  I can't say it enough:  I adore this family!!

The forecast for Denise's and Gray's wedding (this past April) was hail on Friday and 100% severe thunderstorms on Saturday (with the heaviest scheduled for right at the ceremony time).  The bride, the groom, and both families handled this news with grace and poise.  We were all prepared for the worst, but were thrilled when the rain held off for the ceremony.  The overcast skies weren't what the bride had originally envisioned, but they ended up making for a glorious event. Chip Gillespie was there to capture the entire thing, and I am so excited to share some of his pictures with you.  He is amazing!

The Exceptional Cast of Vendors:

Coordinator:  Something to Celebrate, Resha Zazueta

Photographer:  Chip Gillespie

Videographer:  MIA Video Productions

Florist:  Last Petal

Lighting:  Ilios Lighting

Decor Rentals:  Premiere Events

Tent Rentals: Marquee Tents

Catering & Bartending Staff:  DNA Events

Cakes:  Classic Cakes by Lori

Transportation:  Transportation Consultants

Food Trucks:  PTerrys & Stony's Pizza

Comfort Stations:  Waste Partners

Weddings to Celebrate: Kelly & Zach | Houston Wedding Planner

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I love December weddings.  There is just something about the holidays that make the wedding even more magical.  A stunning clear tent, crystal chandeliers, and a beautiful color palette made the overall effect just perfect.  Add to that an exceptional family, and a girl couldn't ask for any more.  It's only been weeks, and I already miss this family to pieces!

Feast your eyes on some of the sensational images captured by Something Gold Photography.  Aren't they lovely?

Happy Planning,

I love the look on Kelly's face when she looks at Zach.  She had this look all day. :)

Nothing like a little mistletoe for those Christmas-time weddings.  

I always avoid the camera, but when I am caught in a shot, it's usually pretty funny.

These expressions are priceless. 

Nothing says winter wedding reception like a hot chocolate bar.

Love this shot of mother and daughter at the end of the exit. :)

And, as always, the exceptional cast of vendors:

Venue & Catering:  The Houstonian

Coordinator:  Something to Celebrate, Resha Zazueta

Photographer:  Something Gold Photography

Florist & Decor Rentals:  Blooming Gallery

Lighting:  Bright Star Productions

Cakes:  Susie's Cakes

Weddings to Celebrate: Alison & Pierce

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Below are some beautiful photos from this awesome couple's November wedding at The Gallery. Sharon Nicole Photography truly knocked it out of the park!

{The AMAZING Cast of Vendors}

Venue: The Gallery

Coordinator: Something to Celebrate, Lauren Carrillo 

Photographer: Sharon Nicole Photography

Videographer: Mia Videos

Florist: SCF Events

Caterer: Behind the Bash

Cake: Who Made the Cake

Rentals: Elegant Beginnings 

DJ: Jonny Black Productions

Band: Hit n' Run

Ice Cream: Marble Slab

Cookies: Tiff's Treats 

Weddings to Celebrate: Jennifer & Justen's Lakefront Wedding

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I've said it many times before, but the highest compliment anyone could give me is a referral.  When you honor me with the privilege of planning not one, but two of your daughters' weddings … well, that goes beyond compliment.  I love this family.  And I loved helping plan another wedding for them.  A private residence, 30 of your nearest and dearest, a killer gown, yummy food and a great view - I don't think it gets any better than this.  Feast your eyes on the beautiful images captured by the always amazing Chip Gillespie.

Happy planning!

And the terrific cast of vendors :)

Planner + Designer:  Something to Celebrate

Photographer:  Chip Gillespie

Videographer:  The Wedding Theater

Caterer:  Primizie Catering

Cupcakes:  Simon Lee Bakery

Florals:  Petal Pushers

Lighting:  Ilios Lighting

Rentals:  Monarch Rentals

Music:  Arundel Ensemble

Transportation:  Transportation Consultants

Hair / Makeup:  Adore

Weddings to Celebrate: Ashley & Philip's Wedding at Crystal Ballroom at The Rice

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I love this family!  I can't say that enough.  Planning with them was such a pleasure.  It's been four months since their August wedding, and I miss them to pieces.  Enjoy some of the images the ever-talented Adam Nyholt captured.

Happy planning!

And a special thank you to the cast of vendors that made this happen :)

Coordinator:  Something to Celebrate

Venues:  Westminster United Methodist Church & Crystal Ballroom at the Rice

Photographer:  Adam Nyholt

Videographer:  Evoke

Florist and Decor Rentals:  Blooming Gallery

Cakes:  Cakes by Gina

Lighting:  LG Entertainment

Band:  Dry Water Band

Transportation:  The Original Trolley Company & Monarch British Limos

Hair / Makeup:  Blush and Co

Weddings to Celebrate: Brooke & Jake

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What a fun wedding!!! Enjoy these memories captured by Devaki Knowles with Fun Loving Photos

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Cast of Vendors

Venue: House on the Hill

Coordinator: Something to Celebrate, Kristin Shrimplin

Photographer: Fun Loving Photos

Florist: Lo Whipple Design

Lighting: Ilios Lighting Design

Cake: Sweet Treets Bakery

Reception Music: DJ Lesli Mahealani