Tuesday, May 8, 2012; 1:38 PM

We were so fortunate to recently plan a wedding for an amazing couple that we thought deserved a blog post. Not only are they incredibly cute, but bleed southern hospitality. As you can see from the following images, it was a wonderful event that really takes you back to another time, but with a bit of modern class thrown in! All images by the incomparable Edmonson Photography! Enjoy!
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Tags: bouquet, Bridal Fashion, Bridesmaids, brooch, cake, camera makeup artists, chameleon chairs, chocolate menu cards, colors, Destinations, Edmonson Photography, family, farms, Fashion, Five Star Floral by Donnie Brown, hair stylist, Oscar de la Renta, Monique Lhullier, Plantation Weddings, Tent Weddings, Southern Charm
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Monday, May 7, 2012; 11:58 AM

No stranger to the iconic fashion platform, Oscar de la Renta has never failed to deliver! I recently had the pleasure of viewing some of his newest additions to the line at his Dallas boutique and wanted to share some of the inspirational 2012 bridal collection.
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Wednesday, March 28, 2012; 10:27 AM

Despite 72 day marriages, there are those that have stood the test of time. Granted marriage is not a walk in the park, these couples have proven that you can celebrate one to twenty year marriages in this lifetime. Each marriage carries it's own DNA and today, let's celebrate the couples that have stayed the course and celebrate milestone marriages in 2012. We hope that they each continue stay in the same vein this time next year.
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Tags: Marriage Milestones, President Obama, POTUS, Michelle Obama, FLOTUS, Instyle, Zankyou, Matthew Broderick, Sarah Jessica Parker, Gwen Stefani, Gavin Rossdale, St. Paul's Church, Convent Garden, John Galliano, Prince William, Kate Middleton, Sarah Burton, Alexander McQueen
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Sunday, February 26, 2012; 12:36 PM

Diamonds are a Girl's Best Friend, so gentlemen you better listen up!
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Diamond cut is the most important factor to consider when buying a diamond. The quality of the cut of a diamond directly influences the way light enters and exits the diamond and therefore directly influences the way a diamond sparkles and shines. When a diamond is cut perfectly, light enters in through the top of the diamond and then exits back out through the top of the diamond giving a maximum brilliance.
There are 8 cuts to choose from:
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Tags: Cut, Color, Clarity, Carat Weight, Diamond, Engagement, Rings, Marquise, Cushion, Emerald, Asscher, Princess, Round, Heart, Pear, proposal
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Tuesday, February 21, 2012; 10:20 AM

Planning with the Pros takes place this Friday, February 24 in Tyler, Texas. The breathtaking venue, Villa di Felicita will see a host of professionals in the wedding and events industry sharing their wealth of knowledge to brides and grooms to be. As the Guest Speaker for this fabulous event, I would like to extend an invitation to those of you in and around the surrounding area. For more information, please follow the link below and, we'll see you there!
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Friday, February 10, 2012; 11:41 AM

Since my birthday is on Valentine's Day, and I do weddings for a living, people are always calling me the "Doctor of Love". Well, if that is truly the case, then these gift items are my prescription to you and your sweetheart on this special day! When you show the person you love just how much by spoiling them with gorgeous flowers, decadent chocolates and who can forget that adorable fluffy teddy bear! All of those sound so sweet, but for those who want to spend a little more, I've lined up 10 gifts for that person in your life for under $100! Here are my suggestions....
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Tags: Valentine's Day, Gifts, $100, Tory Burch, J Crew, earrings, pocket square, Kate Spade, Cell phone, Iphone, Godinger, Whiskey Set, Essie, Nail Polish, iPad Case, DODOcase, Vera Wang, Picture Frame, Lacoste, Bath robe, Ralph Lauren, Romance, Perfume, Kenneth Cole, Black, Cologne, Gift Sets
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Friday, February 10, 2012; 11:07 AM

We are so excited to announce that we are featured in the Spring/Summer 2012 issue of Brides of North Texas. We were among the top 5 selected to design a Designer Tabletop for the magazine. We were able to get a sneak peek of the magazine, which hits stands today, at the Dallas Bridal Show a couple of weekends ago and we were overjoyed with the finished product! Here are some pictures from the shoot, go pick up a copy Feb today!
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Tags: Brides of North Texas, Designer Tabletops, wedding, green, black, white, Creme de la Creme, 129 Leslie, Wendy Krispin Caterer, BBJ Linen, Paper Planet, Five Star Floral, Beyond, AFR Event Furnishings, John Christopher Photographs, Fauxcades, Ducky-Bob's Event Specialists, Dallas Light & Drape, Margaret Palmer Jewelry
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