Hi everyone, we have officially launched TBC's new website....The Brides's Cafe is now located at the following web address: www.thebridescafe.com
Make sure you update your bookmarks to the new web address, www.thebridescafe.com and no worries...you will still be able to visit us here....thanks guys...now come on over to the new location and let me know what you think of our new home!
Happy Friday Guys....I have some very exciting news to share with you all...yes TBC is moving on up....not to the East Side like "The Jeffersons"....but I am just as excited and I had to bring back the little cutie below to express how excited I am!!!!
I am launching a new TBC on Monday, January 12th.....don't worry...TBC will still have all the wonderful features that you all have grown to love but I thought it was time for a change...a new "look and feel"! I have been so blessed with all the wonderful friends that I have made since launching TBC and it has truly opened up so many wonderful opportunities for me. I want you all to know that TBC has the best readers and I truly "heart" each of you...I hope you will love the new site and you will still be able to come back here for inspiration as well. TBC's new address is www.thebridescafe.com but it won't be open until Monday morning....I'M SO EXCITED.....have a great weekend!!!
The Little Cutie's image is courtesy of Heather at One Love Photo......thanks Heather!
Hi Guys....The winners of the Mindy Weiss for Two's Company Collection giveaway are Liz and Nicole....CONGRATULATIONS LADIES!!!
You both have won The Groom Survival Kit...."I Do" Rhinestone Shoe Applique.....May the Honeymoon Last Forever! Travel Journal........"Have a Charmed Life!" Bracelet with 8 Add on Charms
Liz said..."So many grooms seem to get left out of all the fun stuff, besides marrying us brides! :)
The groom's survival guide is a refreshing idea. My groom is sharing 50% of the work and it would be nice for him to have his own planner instead of my jumble of colorful, girly folders.
Which is why I also love the bride's version of the planner. I've seen a bunch but this is the first I'd consider buying. The best part is that it is teal! One of my wedding colors. Thanks TBC for introducing me to Mindy Weiss"
You Guys know how much I LOVE J. CREW!!!.....and I just couldn't resist sharing all these gorgeous "lovelies" with you....how cute are these dresses...I'm loving all the yummy colors and how gorgeous would your "girls" look coming down the aisle in these....and also perfect to have if you are a guest or needing something fabulous to wear to a special event....let me know which one is a "must have" for you or your bridal party....AND....I had to share a few beautiful bridal gowns for the "lady of the day"...after all, we are at The Bride's Cafe....Enjoy!!
And for the Bride.....all simply GORGEOUS!!
I' m so excited to share with you that the beautiful ladies at Southern Weddings are celebrating the release of their gorgeous magazine...Southern Weddings....make sure you pick up a copy...it's filled with gorgeous "eye candy" to inspire you while planning your special day...and thanks ladies for including TBC on your wonderful list of favorite blogs....much success to you in 2009....YOU LADIES ROCK!!
Hi Guys....Last week we focused on "Bouquet Style", so I thought it would be fun to find out your "Centerpiece Style". As a floral designer, I always want my clients and their guests to experience the "WOW" factor when they enter their reception....and the "WOW" factor can be created in many different styles....below are some of my favorites...let me know what's yours...Enjoy!
Style #1.....Image courtesy of Anna Kuperberg!
Style #2.....Image courtesy of BB Photography!
Style #3.....Image courtesy of Elizabeth Messina!
Style #4......Image courtesy of Jennifer Davis Photography!
Style #5....Image courtesy of Jose Villa!
Style #6......Image courtesy of Leigh Miller Photography!
Style #7......Image courtesy of Meg Smith!
Style #8......Image courtesy of Worthington Photography!
Liene from Blue Orchid Designs shared the following information with me on Pink Initiative and I wanted to share it with you all...totally for a great cause....thanks Liene!
"I am writing on behalf of Pink Initiative, a non-profit organization comprised of wedding industry professionals and private donors dedicated to funding awareness, outreach, education and research for breast cancer. Emilie Sommer, the founder of Pink Initiative and the owner of Emilie Inc Photography is hosting a raffle where the winner will receive $5,000 worth of wedding photography coverage good from now until 2012 for their wedding anywhere in the United States. Raffle tickets are $50.00 each and all proceeds benefit Pink Initiative."
You can find out more information on Pink Initiative here and purchase raffle tickets and enter to win here!
Happy Monday Guys and Happy New Year....I'm excited to start off our week at TBC with a beautiful destination wedding sent to me by the amazingly talented and oh-so-sweet, Jennifer Hughes. Jennifer is located in the DC/MD area and I'm so happy to have her visit us today. Enjoy!!
Meet our handsome couple Lauren and James. Their destination wedding took place at The One & Only Ocean Club, Paradise Island, Bahamas. Jennifer shared with me that they were one of the most fun couples that she has worked with and the first time she actually met them was at the wedding. Their ceremony was on the patio overlooking the beach and the reception was poolside. They had about thirty-five guests...close friends and family....and an intimate dinner with dancing afterwards. The gorgeous wedding cake was designed by the "cake guru", Sylvia Weinstock. The day ended with a surprise from the bride and groom to their guest....fireworks on the beach and Lauren and James agreed (with enthusiasm) to jump into the pool with the entire bridal party as the perfect "last shot" to an already amazing day!
Lauren is such a beautiful bride!
Thanks Jennifer for stopping by the cafe today and sharing Lauren & James' gorgeous destination wedding with us...make sure you check out Jennifer's site...it's filled with so many gorgeous weddings...you will love it!!...... and Happy New Year to Lauren & James!!
Nicole said: "I love love love the Mr & Mrs luggage tags... they are adorable but not over the top. The Groom's Survival Kit is great. It's nice to see the groom get a little attention!"
Please email me at janie @ jmflora dot com and leave your mailing address...thank you to all of those who entered...no worries...more fun contests to come!