Showing posts with label Glamour. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Glamour. Show all posts

Tuesday, July 15, 2014

Real Weddings; Allison & Rob



One of the many things that makes The Center so special is we are able to be the venue for both the ceremony and the reception, meaning, we get to take part in the entire day! We love following the bride as she gets ready to walk down the aisle to when she departs with her new husband at the end of the night. By being there each step of the way, we feel as if we share a certain bond with the couple as we celebrate with them for the whole day.

Allison and Robert were one of these couples. We rejoiced as they exchanged rings and danced (behind the scenes, of course) as DJ Toad started the party. Their wedding was filled with gorgeous flowers and white draping that would make any guest stare in awe. Take a look at how they were able to turn The Center's blank canvas into their very own work of art.



























Click Here to Watch Allison & Robert's Wedding Highlight Video

Vendors:
John Hinger, Quince & Quinn
Goodwin Lighting
DJ Toad
Cake Rack Bakery
Eat Well Celebrations and Feasts
Fyrefly Photography
True Artists Studios

Friday, July 11, 2014

Friday Find: Olivia Palermo's Wedding

It's official! Olivia Palermo and German model, Johannes Huebl finally tied the knot after over 6 years of dating! As expected, this couple put a unique twist on their nuptials...


Notice something a little different? Palermo ditched the traditional wedding dress in favor of three Carolina Herrera separates: a cream cashmere sweater, white shorts, and a sheer satin and silk tulle skirt. Wondering about her something blue? Don't worry! She was sure to tie in the same Manolo Blahnik pumps that Carrie Bradshaw married in at her civil ceremony for the Sex and the City movie, providing the necessary "something blue" for her big day.


Only a handful of family members and a couple friends attended the quiet ceremony in a Bedford, New York park. Later, they met in New York City for a party to celebrate becoming husband and wife. Of course, this was only "part one" of the Palermo/Huebl wedding. Rumor has it the couple is planning a second celebration later this year in St. Bart's, where Johannes proposed.

Friday, May 16, 2014

Friday Find: #FashionByMayhem

In case you haven't heard, paper dresses are the new must have! Just kidding, but this cute little girl from the Cincinnati area and her mom are really taking paper fashion to the next level! Just take a look for yourself...





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Fashion by Mayhem was introduced after Mayhem and her mom, Angie Keiser, started creating their own dress-up clothes for playtime. Now, #FashionByMayhem is trending on Instagram and all over the internet.
 
We first found out about this duo here, but be sure to check out their website to learn more about this fashionable toddler. 



Monday, May 5, 2014

Happy Cinco de Mayo!

With two events under our belt from this past weekend, we are in the partying mood! And what better way to express our party mood than by providing you with some great Cinco de Mayo event ideas? Once again, we thank one of our favorite wedding sources, Pinterest!



Literally, our mouths are watering right now
Can you say cutest sweetheart table ever??

This hanging decor would look ay-ay-ay-incredible in The Center.



If you haven't had enough of Cinco de Mayo wedding ideas, take a look at this blog, where the majority of these festive photos came from!




Monday, March 10, 2014

Know your Style


Now that we’ve discussed how to decide on a wedding budget, who to invite to the wedding events and what day your wedding should fall on, it is time to move on to the next step of wedding planning; deciding on the theme/style of your wedding! Or in our case, "The What" of your wedding (as described in our previous post, "He Just Proposed; Now What?!")

 
With a million different linens and rental décor out there, it’s almost necessary for a bride to choose on a general "feel" of her wedding and reception. In our previous post “Friday Find” we showed you  pictures from the past bachelorette’s engagement party and immediately you get the vibe that her party was a rustic, elegant affair.  If you want your guests to walk into The Center and say “Wow! This screams Victorian Vintage!” or “It feels like I’m on a tropical island!” then you must decide on a theme!
However, keep in mind that “themes” aren’t for everyone, and it’s completely OK if you’re the bride that mix and matches a whole bunch of different ideas (these tend to be the most colorful weddings)!
We talked through a couple of different wedding style ideas with Kristen Mueller, Event Consultant of All Occasions Event Rental, to get a grasp of what types of rental items are available to brides.
These Swarovski crystal chandeliers are one of
Kristen's favorite rental items!

All Occasions Event Rental features a broad array of rental items and décor, “including tableware, tables, chairs, tenting and the largest selection of specialty linens in the area,” making it a one-stop shop for the theme-loving bride.  
 “At All Occasions, we pride ourselves on staying ahead of the trends – constantly updating our product inventory and design ideas – through frequent buying trips, our extensive connections in the rental community, membership in professional organizations and continuing professional education,” Kristen explained.
 To prove this rental company stays up-to-date on the latest wedding haps, we asked Kristen to recommend pieces that would look great for a rustic and vineyard wedding theme, a modern/contemporary wedding theme, and an elegant/glamorous wedding. Her recommendations were nothing short of amazing!
Rustic & Vineyard Wedding
"We have an amazing variety of items to choose from that are unique to All Occasions such as: our vineyard tables, chairs and stools, custom-made authentic barn wood light fixtures, bars and screens, wooden benches and barrel bars. For the tabletop, we have the perfect accents including our light blue, green or white fleur de lis china, burlap linens and runners, brown metal lanterns and jute and linen flower napkin rings - to name a few."
 

 
Modern/Contemporary Wedding

"Our sleek white or black milano chairs and stools, as well as our clear mirage chairs would be great seating options. We also carry a wide variety of linens such as our Metallic Chevron as well as many more. The Schott Zwiesel crystal glassware and Tivoli flatware would accent the table handsomely."



 
Elegant/Glamorous Wedding
"Our chiavari chairs come in a range of finishes complete with a padded cushion that comes in a variety of colors. Our crystal silver & gold napkin rings and luxurious satin napkins and linens add that special detail to the table. Damask overlays in a variety of colors, including our new blush and champagne option or our shimmering overlays like the Navy Blue Sprinkle Sequins add a layer of decadence to any table. Complete with a set of our Elegance china, cut-crystal glassware and silver-plated Vanessa flatware would make a table set for royalty."

 
 
No matter what theme/style you decide on, All Occasions is sure to have something to fit your taste! Which brings up a very important matter -- don't feel pressured by Pinterest or wedding blogs to have an over-the-top, extravagant wedding theme, instead focus on a style that is representative of your own taste and personality, as Kristen advised.

If you want to have a very simple wedding, then have a simple wedding! If you want to have each table linen be a different color of the rainbow, then go for it! It's not about what the hottest trend is, it's about what you feel comfortable with. "A wedding is an extension of the couple," Kristen added.

And you're sure to feel comfortable working with All Occasions Event Rental. All Occasions is nationally recognized as having the highest number of Certified Event Rental Professionals (CERP) of any rental company in the United States and Canada, "with nearly 100 percent of our event consultant and service staff earning this designation or working towards earning it. Plus, a large majority of our consultant and service team members have 5 years or more in the event rental business. All this translates to top-notch service for you," Kirsten exclaimed! Wow! Now this is a rental company that knows their stuff!



Are one of these wedding styles tickling your fancy? Contact All Occasions to learn what else they have to offer for your perfectly themed day. Call them at 513-563-0600 or stop in their showroom located at 10629 Reading Road Cincinnati, OH.
 

Monday, March 3, 2014

And the Winner is...

With award season coming to a close, we couldn't think of a better way to say goodbye to the Red Carpet than by watching the Academy Awards, otherwise known as the Oscar's, last night. I mean, seriously, what's better than gushing over Jared Leto's perfectly ombre hair and fantasizing about Bradley Cooper's amazing smile in the best selfie ever taken? Not to mention John Stamos also made an appearance at the awards (Hellooooo, Uncle Jessie). However, the boys weren’t the only things we paid attention to last night, we also “oooooed” and “ahhhed” over the outfits! That’s why, in order to celebrate the end of a fabulous award season, we decided to pick out who we thought were the best dressed celebrities and how their stunning dress choices can be used as inspiration for your wedding day! Keep in mind that these ideas are merely opinions and we, in no way, consider ourselves fashion experts!


First up is, of course, Giuliana Rancic. We think this dress would be perfect for those out-of-the-box brides who think a white dress is so last year.

 
If you prefer a classic, white dress, yet want to add a little color to jazz things up; then we think Kelly Osbourne's Oscar look is the one for you.
 
 
 
E! News confessed that Tara Lipinski looks "ready for a winter wonderland wedding" and we happen to agree! The silver print on this dress could make for a fun, yet classy way to make your wedding dress pop!
 
 
Maria Menounos also looks like she could walk down the aisle any minute in this gorgeous beaded white gown. For the bride who likes bling, don't be afraid to wear a wedding dress that reflects your true style!



Now let's talk bridesmaids; Jennifer Garner's dress is a fun way to give your bridesmaid's dresses some life. Incorporate fringe in your bridesmaids' dresses for a wedding inspired by the roaring twenties.


If any of your bridesmaids are expecting, dress them up in a free-flowing dress which gathers a little at the top, this way she can be comfortable yet still look classy. Thanks for the inspiration, Kerry Washington!

 
We looooveee the fun one-shoulder dresses, and boy does Louise Roe's charming dress make us green with envy. What a unique dress idea for a bridesmaid!

 
One more one-shoulder dress coming at ya! Penelope Cruz's dress would be perfect for bridesmaids in a winter wedding. We think the shoulder swoop makes this dress elegant, while the little bow gives it a cute, younger look; it's the best of both worlds!

 
Now time for the mother-of-the-bride! June Squibb shows how a matching jacket can make a dress that much more flattering.

 
Meryl Streep also gives great inspiration to mothers-of-the-brides! We love the belt and swoop neck, which will make this dress stand out above the guests.
 

 
Don't think we forgot about your grooms, however! Both Jared Leto and Ryan Seacrest help us realize why white and cream might be the new way for groom's to go. Jared also shows how a groom can add a little color to his outfit. How fun is it for your groom to match one of your wedding colors? We love it!
 
 
 

While both Jared and Ryan rocked bowties, we wanted to throw in the idea of your groom wearing a skinny tie as well. We think Zac Efron would make a great groom right about now -- or is that just me? ;)

 
Martin Scorsese shows us how nice a under vest can look for a wedding! Not only this, but the silk embellishments also make for a great, classic groom's and father-of-the-bride's tux!
 

Also, here is the best selfie ever that Ellen DeGeneres took last night! Now you know what we were talking about when we mentioned Bradley Cooper's smile earlier!

Pictures provided by E! News.