Belts are an adorable accessory to add to your wedding dress if you are looking for a little more sparkle, ruffles, flowers, or color. Belts also can be a cute way to distinguish your maid of honor or are the perfect accessory if you want a way to dress up or change all the bridesmaids dresses. Below are some cute examples!
Happy Planning!
Breanna
Last week I posted a link of Katy & Cort's beautiful January wedding featured on Snippet & Ink. Below are some more stunning photos captured by The Nichols.
Cast of Vendors
Church: St. Mary's Cathedral
Venue: The Driskill
Planner and Designer: Something to Celebrate
Photographer: The Nichols
Florist: Last Petal
Rentals: Premiere Party Central
Band: Blind Date
Photo Booth: Say Cheese
Trolley: Carey Limousine of Austin
Getaway Vehicle: Antique Limousines of Austin
Favors: Tiff's Treats
Hair: Milk+Honey
Minju and Victor are awesome. Clients like these two are what makes my job so special. Check out the GORGEOUS pictures the uber-talented Craig Davis created. Aren't they beautiful?
xoxo, Resha
And here is the exceptional Cast Of Vendors. You couldn't ask for a better team.
Venues: First Presbyterian Church / The Houstonian
Coordinator: Something to Celebrate, Resha Zazueta
Photographer: Craig Davis
Videographer: Perry Evan Films
Florist & Decor: Blooming Gallery
Vintage Props: A Style Collective
DJ & Lighting: LG Entertainment
Hair/Makeup: Blush & Co
When you look at "wedding stuff" all the time, it's so refreshing to see an idea that feels new and different. So, imagine my excitement when I saw this brilliant idea: a rolling bar cart. It put me over the moon! This particular one features bubbly with various flavorings and herbs, but you could do it with Mimosas or Bloody Mary's for a brunch fete, or even Martinis for a party with a '20's vibe. I love this!
Cheers to fresh ideas!
--Katie
Picture from Marthastewartweddings.com
Below is a little sneak peek from Carissa & Alvin's January wedding at St. Anne's Catholic Church/5226 Elm. More photos from Agape House Studio to follow soon!
Christel and Geoff are an adorable couple that I am so happy to work with! They are high school sweet hearts and have a precious baby girl, who is one of the cutest babies I've ever seen. They are having their ceremony at The Sacred Heart Church and their reception at The San Luis Resort, both on Galveston Island. Their engagement pictures were taken on Galveston Island by David Miyauchi from Delight Studio. Enjoy!
xo
Breanna
I am so excited to share the news that Katy & Cort's beautiful January wedding at The Driskill was featured on Snippet & Ink this week! Check out the link below!
http://www.snippetandink.com/katy-cort-black-tie-wedding-at-the-driskill/
-Lauren-
Photo credit: The Nichols
I super, duper puffy heart love Carrie and James. They are the bom dot com. :-) Feast your eyes on this beautiful video of their special day, created by the extremely talented Dakine Films.
Carrie & James 01.27.13 from DAKINE FILMS on Vimeo.
xoxo,
Kate and Cavan got married last September at Mercury Hall. Cavan is Louisiana born and bred and plays in a Cajun band and Kate is a photographer who owns a boudoir photography boutique here in town (translation: fun people!). Their wedding was all about the party and celebrating with the people they love most. From the bright, saturated colors to the music by Dale Watson (with a song by Cavan and his band mate, of course), every detail reflected their vibrant and fun-loving personalities.
It was a blast working with Kate and her mom (who reminded me so much of my own mom!), and I hope y'all had the best time.
Thank you for letting me be a part of such a fun day. I wish you many joyful days ahead!
--Katie
Groom's cake? Warm cookies and milk shots!
Cast of Vendors:
Coordinator:
, Something to Celebrate
Catering and Rentals:
Photographer:
Videographer: Justin Browne
Ceremony Music: Warren Hood and Colin Gilmore
Reception Music:
Florist:
Cake:
Get-Away Car:
I have the pleasure of working with this sweet couple, Rachel and Ryan. They will be having their ceremony at The Sacred Heart Co-Cathedral and their reception at The Rice University Grand Hall, where they both graduated. I am so excited to be apart of their big day!
xo Breanna
It was 8 years ago this week that Something To Celebrate was born - spring break of March 2005. What a fantastic 8 years we've had! And oh the amazing celebrations we've been honored to plan.
Thank you, our loyal STC clients, for making our jobs amazing, and for crossing the bridge from client to friend.
Here's to the next 8!
We've just returned from a charming farm house just outside of Round Top, TX, where we spent the weekend with both the Austin and Houston offices for our annual educational retreat.
Such a full weekend! Resha and I shared with the team some of the finer points of The Special Event conference we attended in Chicago. The interns tried their hands at creating custom designs for mock weddings. Wedding photographer Chip Gillespie joined us for a quick photoshoot in Round Top. And we enjoyed each others' company over a glass (or two) of wine. I'm already looking forward to next year's retreat!
Cheers!
jessica
Recent newlyweds, Carrie and James, hired a poet to express their love for one another prior to Carrie walking down the isle. The poem that Tydric Martin read to the audience created a unique dialogue about the couple, painting a picture of their past and the journey they were to continue as newlyweds. Tydric's poetry displayed a unique introduction into the ceremony. Usually, the bride and groom invite a close friend or family member to read religious scripture or quotes that communicate personal meaning for the couple. However, the poet provided a unique twist to this common practice and set the tone for the rest of the joyous ceremony. Tydric wrote the poem with the special couple in mind, providing a glimpse into the love shared between the couple that would soon be joined together forever.
--Alyssa
I had the best time working with Megan & Lee on their beautiful wedding at House Plantation. Megan and her family are so incredibly creative, it was so fun to see everything they created come to life! Below are some images captured by Stephanie Bachle of Eden Grey Photography.
Cast of Vendors
Venue: House Plantation
Coordinator: Something to Celebrate, Lauren Carrillo
Photographer: Eden Grey Photography, Stephanie Bachle
Florist (personal flowers): Dream Bouquet
Caterer: Carriage House Cafe
Cake: That's Good Cake
I am so excited to share this wedding with you! Macy is sassy, super fun and incredibly creative. I loved helping her pull her ideas into a cohesive design. Feast your eyes on the result: this adorable Central Park & speakeasy inspired 1920s wedding. Photos are courtesy of Carrie with Monkey House Photography.
xoxo,
...Cast of Vendors...
Coordinator: Something to Celebrate, Resha Zazueta
Venue & Catering: The Houstonian
Florals & Decor: Darryl & Co / Recollection Vintage
Lighting & DJ: Impressive Events
Videography: Alexander Wedding Films
Antique Car: Wash Antique Limos
Megan and Gabe tied the knot at a lovely private ranch in Wimberley (ah-maze view!!). Their celebration was all about friends and family enjoying time together and enjoying the gorgeous natural beauty. Guests were welcome to stay at the ranch house, along with the bride and groom, for a weekend of hangin' out. There were board games, good food (Maudie's! Bola Pizza!), plenty of cocktails and a variety of music. It was one of those groups where you got the feeling that everyone truly enjoyed each other's company, which is part of what makes this job fun--taking the stress and unknowns out of the situation so you can enjoy your people and celebrate the moment!
Enjoy the breathtaking hill country views shot by Debra Gulbas Photography, they will make you glad to be a Texan (or at least get to live here:).
Megan and Gabe, I wish y'all many years of happiness! Thanks for letting me be a part of your day.
--Katie
The trees on the property were gorgeous!
The groom getting a haircut, with the couple's dog Apple
The groom's mother is a potter and she made each guest a one-of-a-kind cup with Megan and Gabe's initials on the bottom.
Yep, that's a saw player for the ceremony music
Megan and Gabe enjoying one of the signature cocktails: Vodka, pineapple juice, basil and Topo Chico. Yum!
Whiskey Shivers during cocktail hour: one of 4 musical acts on tap for the day
What's a wedding without a tequila tasting?
Kudos to a fabulous cast of vendors:
Coordination: Katie Netherton, Something to Celebrate
Photographer: Debra Gulbas Photography
Florist: Petals, ink.
Catering: Bola Pizza, Source Catering, Maudie's, CoolHaus
Rentals: Marquee
Musicians: Nick Hirsch, Whiskey Shivers, Max Butler, Kevin and the Krawlers and several of Megan and Gabe's lovely, talented friends!
The wonderful Kenny Kim sent me more of his detail shots from Lynn & Charles' wedding, and I couldn't resist posting some of them for you. Feast your eyes on this awesomeness!!!
Everyone is watching the Maid-of-Honor's toast - via recording. She was out-of-the-country and her flight was cancelled at the last minute.
I can't tell you again, how much fun it was to help with the decor and planning for this awesome couple. It was definitely one for the books!
xoxo,
A couple of weeks ago, I blogged Jackelyn & Zachary's awesome wedding pictures. Now check out the rehearsal dinner the groom's parents hosted at The Swinging Door. AKA: The "tailgate before the big game." I wish I could take credit for this one ... but the creative genius behind it was Zachary's mother. She came up with everything :-)
Chip Gillespie, as always, rocked the pictures.
Yes, those are t-shirts that doubled as chair covers. And the guests got to take them home.
Everyone had a blast! It was the perfect way to start off the weekend's festivities.
xoxo,
Ahh, I loved working with this Trio! Nathan, Jenica, and her mom Anya, were such a delight. Meetings with fun clients just fly by! And it's so gratifying to help them have an amazing wedding day.
Both teachers, Nathan is a band geek, and Jenica a chic French mademoiselle (well, now a madame, I suppose). And their wedding had it all - a full orchestra for the ceremony playing Nathan's custom arrangements of Mahler and Bernstein, a roving magician during cocktail hour, table games and singing contests, to a variety show burlesque style! For sure, this wedding was anything but typical, and quite fabulously fun.
Nathan and Jenica - may your marriage be just as fun! Thank you for trusting me with your day. :)
xoxo,
jessica
Cast of vendors:
Photographer - Stefano Choi Photography
Coordinator - Jessica Moore of Something To Celebrate
Venue - Mercury Hall
Caterer - Sterling Affairs
Cake - Coco Paloma
Ceremony music - Ryan Kelly
Reception music - Dustin Struhall
Wedding favors are an amazing way for guests to remember your wonderful day. A wedding favor provides a memento for your guests to take home and reflect on the lovely day they shared with you. I love when wedding favors reflect a couple. Wedding favors could remind the guests of your shared interest with your significant other, the wedding theme, cultural traditions, or religious beliefs. The list could go on. Make your wedding favor something special, even though it is small, it can definitely add that special touch on the end of the night.
My cousin provided CD's of her and her husbands favorite songs. I loved this idea, because you learn more about the couple on a personal level. Plus, the CD is full of songs that the bride and groom both enjoy. A CD is something that a guest can use for a long time, and every time the CD is played they are reminded of your wonderful day.
Another great way to remind guests of your special day is having a wedding favor that reflects the location of the party. If you have a wedding in Vegas, chocolate shaped poker chips will definitely remind them of your wonderful occasion. If you are planning on being married at the beach, a nautical themed wedding favor provides that extra spark for your guests.
Another amazing gift to send guests off with is a sample of your favorite food or condiment. A food or condiment is also a great way to share a treasure from a particular culture. For example, a family from Texas could send their guests off with their favorite BBQ sauce, or hot sauce.
Another great idea is sharing your favorite hobby with your guests. A couple who loves to golf together could send a new golf ball and tee with their wedding date stamped on the side. A hobby shared together is the best kind and sharing it with your guests is even better.
-Alyssa
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