Liz and Brandon's Black and Pink Wedding

This wedding was a first for us... it was the first wedding where one of us coordinated while the other was a guest. Beth was hired as the day of coordinator for a wedding that I was invited to with my husband. It was interesting helping her set up all day and then changing into my party clothes and attending while she continued working. Beth did an amazing job with this wedding. It was definitely one of the more complex weddings we have had to put together, but with the help of some great vendors and Beth's hard work, this wedding was a success from both a coordinators perspective and a guest's. :)

Brandon and Liz were married on March 20th in Tampa. Their ceremony was held at the South Tampa Fellowship Church in Ballast Point with their reception following at the Embassy Suites in downtown Tampa. It was a beautiful day for a wedding, and everyone was so happy to see the sun and feel the 70 degree weather after this uncommonly cold season we have been having.

After the ceremony, which was very personal and included a photo slideshow during the pre-ceremony music, the guests headed over to the cocktail hour on the Embassy Suites' roof-top pool deck. There, they were treated to delicious appetizers and music performed by Levi from Bella Musica. There was also a cigar roller from Nicahabana Cigars on hand making cigars for the guests' enjoyment. Another special detail at the cocktail hour was the shrimp and grits served in a martini glass. The groom used to own a restaurant and loves to cook, so he customized some of the menu items with the Embassy Suites and this appetizer was his own personal recipe.

The reception followed indoors. RJ Vida did an amazing job transforming the neutral ballroom into a fuschia night club, with gorgeous lighting, a custom gobo, and cake table lighting that really made the wedding cake pop in the room. He also did the DJ'ing for the event and got everyone out on the dance floor. The bright and bold linens were provided by Linens By the Sea, and the cake, by A Piece of Cake, emulated the damask patterns on the table runners. The florals were provided by Fishhawk florist. The 2 ice sculptures in the room also brought out the swanky mood - one was a martini luge for their signature drink, and the other was a gator sculpture, a nod to the groom's alma mater. The ice sculptures were made by Arctic Ice. Vadim Photography and Movie Magic videography captured the entire wedding and we can't wait to see how everything turned out because they were both really wonderful to work with.
For now we would like to share a few of our personal photos from the day - enjoy!!

Travis and Valerie's Fabulous Westin Wedding

Last Saturday, I had the honor of coordinating Travis and Valerie's wedding at the Westin Rocky Point. Valerie was one of the calmest brides I have ever seen. When I walked into her "getting ready" suite that day, the mood was so calm and serene yet you could feel the excitement in the air. It was so nice that Valerie was able to focus on the true meaning of the day and share special moments with friends and family while everything came together.

They picked a great location to celebrate their big day! Their banquet room at the Westin had large windows that made the room light and airy. The room also included the use of a huge lanai with cozy lounge furniture and amazing views of the Tampa Bay area. There was a stunning sunset that evening too!

One of my favorite aspects of the decor Valerie picked was the centerpieces. She collected some beautiful vases and we filled them with tiger lillies and orchids. The variety of vases and floral arrangements made a really nice impact on the overall look of the room. Valerie's adorable table numbers that she made were also a nice touch.

DJ Jody Bowers from Grant Hemond was there to keep the crowd on the dance floor...and this crowd could really dance! They were having a blast!

Jamie and Amy of Couture Wedding Studios photographed all the details and captured all the special moments of the day. I really enjoyed working with them and can't wait to see their pictures.

The Westin staff did an amazing job and were very accommodating. A special thanks to Alexa, Lewis and Paul who helped work through the weather challenges (it was VERY windy that night) and make sure all the guests were well taken care of.

Travis & Valerie - I really enjoyed being part of your day. You are a wonderful couple and I wish you a lifetime of happiness.

Here are some of the pictures I took! I hope to have some professional pictures from Couture Wedding Studios to post in the near future too, so stay tuned!!

Join Us on April 18th!

We are happy to announce that Flawless Occasions will be a featured vendor at the Belleaire Beach Community Bridal Show on April 18th. We hope you will come by and say hello to us! There will be a lot of wonderful vendors, door prizes and it will give you a chance to check out this new venue.

Belleaire Beach Community Center is a beautiful new venue that is perfect for the bride on a budget. It is a great space that can easily be transformed into any type of theme from casual to elegant. They are currently offering a special introductory rate! Check out all the details!

Here are the details on the show!

Bridal Showcase @ Belleair Beach Community Center
Sunday: 4-18-10 1pm-4pm
For more info visit: www.i-do-bridalshows.com

Hope to see you there!!!

Sommer and Kyle part 2

March madness is in full swing in the wedding world. We have 3 weddings in a row starting with this weekend, so we will do our best to update the blog as much as possible. We will also be doing a bridal show in mid April so stay tuned for more info on that!
For now, I wanted to share with you some gorgeous photos from Sommer and Kyle's wedding by their fabulous photographer, Jason Angelini. His wife, Lucia, posted these on their blog last night and I couldn't wait to share them on ours! This really was a wonderful wedding and I think his photos really captured the joy of the day and how the couple could not stop smiling and laughing the whole time. These are a few of my favorties, enjoy!

Sommer and Kyle's Clearwater Wedding

It's couples like Sommer and Kyle that make me love being a wedding planner. Sommer called me a few months ago in need of day-of-coordinating plus a little assistance on tying up loose ends and figuring out a few more details. By the time their wedding day came around, they made me feel like I was part of the family and were so appreciative and generous towards me.

Not only are they so kind, but they were also very laid back and positive when rain threatened to ruin their outdoor ceremony on the water. As Sommer and her ladies were made up by Darla Stafford and Julie at their hotel, we had to decide whether or not we would have to move their ceremony into the banquet room. Well, mother nature was on our side and the rain cleared just in time for Sommer and Kyle to be married on the deck overlooking beautiful Clearwater beach and the marina, with a touching and fun ceremony performed by Pastor Dean Ryder. It was a little chilly out there, but I think all the love warmed everyone up, as cheesy as that may sound.

This wedding came together with the help of some fabulous vendors. Delectables Catering provided delicious food, sleek linens, an ice sculpture, and a superb banquet staff. The beautiful, contemporary florals were created by Dana Dineen and her team. I enjoyed working with DJ and musician Wayne Delair for the first time, as well as Brad and Jennifer from Events Done Bright who made a clean slate into a pink paradise with lighting, lanterns, and gobos. I got to work with photographer Jason Angelini again, and we always have a great time doing weddings together. Sommer and Kyle booked him without even meeting him in person because they were so impressed with his portfolio. I saw him get tons of great shots and the couple gave him a lot of time, which is important, so I can't wait to post some of his professional photos when his wonderful wife and editor, Lucia, sends them to me.

Sommer and Kyle, you were a joy to work with and I wish you the best in your new life together. Thanks for everything and I hope you are having a fun and relaxing time in Mexico... drink a margarita for me, cheers! ;)

Save the Date - Do or Don't?

What is a save-the-date? A save-the-date is a notification of your wedding date to those you are expecting to invite. They come in all forms -- postcards, magnets, engagement photos, emails, etc.

When should you send out a save-the-date? Typically, couples are sending out save-the-date cards as soon as they decide on a date and place. This can be anywhere from 12 months to 3 months out from your wedding date. If your wedding is more than a year away, it is best to wait until it gets a little closer.

Who should get a save-the-date? You can send this to anyone, as long as you are definitely inviting them! It is extremely rude and tacky to send out a save-the-date and then as your wedding date gets closer, realize that you either don't have the budget to invite certain people or you feel that you are no longer in a close enough relationship to invite them. Unless your guest list is etched in stone, it's best to just send a save-the-date to close family and friends who will no doubt be invited to your big day.


Do I really need to send a save-the-date? Although it's not an absolute necessity, it is mainly for your guests to make arrangements, and this is especially helpful for long distance guests who may need to make flight reservations or secure accommodations. If your wedding is on a holiday weekend, a save-the-date will hopefully cause your guests to avoid making vacation plans for that time as well. Because you only send out your invitations within a couple of months of your wedding, sending a save-the-date in advance will ensure that more of the people you love will be able to attend your wedding.

Where can I get my save-the-date? There are many websites out there where you can create a customized save-the-date card or magnet. VistaPrint and MagnetStreet are two popular websites that many of our clients have used. Some photographers offer this product with your engagement photos, and stationary companies and websites like My Personal Artist and The American Wedding make them as well. There are so many types and styles, from an airline boarding pass postcard to a photo magnet, and most of these sites are very budget friendly as well - have fun and happy shopping!
(photos from mypersonalartist.com and magnetstreet.com)

Sexy Sleepwear

Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and maybe your wedding day is, too. Personalized undergarments are totally hot right now and a nice way to surprise your sweetheart and make them feel extra special! You can wear these custom pieces while you are getting ready, under your wedding dress, or at the end of the night ;) This is also a great gift for an engaged friend! Here are some great websites to find personalized lingerie and sleepwear.



Cami and boyshorts set from Personalizationmall.com








Lacy lingerie set, "Just married" bling, from AdvantageBridal.com










Cutomized boyshorts and panties, CustomGlamGirl.com