Brittany & Paul's Wedding

We had such a great time working with Brittany and Paul, and their families. The love that these two have for one another was evident throughout the planning process as well as on their wedding weekend. Brittany and Paul's ceremony was at Hunter's Glen Baptist Church, where the ceremony was all about their love, God, and their friends and family. After the beautiful ceremony, they had their reception at the McKinney Cotton Mill. Fete des Fleurs did an amazing job on the gorgeous flowers...we especially loved the front entrance "tree" piece they did. Astounding Sounds provided rockin' music and kept everyone dancing the entire night! Guests had a great time making flip books with Pic Flips. Savory made and catered the delicious food, including southern goodies such as fried chicken and waffles. And they even recreated the groom's mom's "famous" salad recipe. Panini made the most scrumptious bride's cake! And instead of a groom's cake Paul made rice krispie treats, which were displayed on a tired serving tray. After cutting and feeding each other the bride's cake, Brittany and Paul then fed each other the rice krispies as well....too cute! Shaun Menary Photography captured the beautiful wedding in still and Joe Simon Wedding Films captured everything on film. Thanks Brittany and Paul for sharing your beautiful wedding journey with us! We wish you a lifetime of love and happiness!

Brittany and Paul seeing each other for the first time on their wedding day. We love that Brittany and Paul decided to do a "first look". They love photos and really wanted to take advantage of getting as many photos as they could. It also helped the two relax and really enjoy their ceremony. 

More of Brittany and Paul's "first look". 

Brittany and Paul's ceremony programs and a beautiful photo of Brittany's bridal bouquet. 

We love these black and white photos of Brittany and Paul! 

The handsome guys, and a beautiful green hydrangea boutonniere. 

Gorgeous shot of the beautiful girls. 

The stunning bride! 

Wedding shoes and ties

Entryway piece at the reception

Some of the details from the wedding. We love that Brittany and Paul incorporated a pattern and a monogram throughout their wedding. 

A few of the beautiful centerpieces. 

LOVE these black and white photos of Brittany and Paul's first dance, and of Brittany dancing with her dad. 

Bride's cake, and the adorable couple enjoying their groom's "treat"- rice krispies. 

The happy couple having a wonderful time!

Send off, with rose petals and lavender. 

Congratulations Brittany and Paul!

DME Loves: Brooch Bouquets

Looking for something out of the ordinary, wanting to add some glitz and glamour to your wedding day, or trying to find a way to incorporate friends and family into your special day...than these brooch bouquets by Amanda Heer are a must see! These are not your ordinary bridal bouquets, although Amanda does do fresh floral bouquets as well. But what really has our eyes sparkling and our hearts a flutter are Amanda's brooch bouquets. 

Send her 50-60 pieces of brooches, cuff links, earrings, and pendants from your friends and family. Send them to Amanda, and she'll turn your box of items into a gem of a bouquet. Best of all, unlike fresh floral bouquets, these brooch bouquets will last a lifetime and make for one heck of a sentimental heirloom. Bouquets cost $350 each, and take a week's time for turn around. 

Images courtesy of Daily Candy Weddings 

We are Going to Paint the Town Red!

Photo Courtesy of Don Mamone Photography

You Know You are Curious. We are Going to Paint the Town Red! Remember that You Have a Very Important Date. Another clue coming later today. Stay tuned...

Valentine's Day - Retro Red Inspiration Board

We can't help it; we love Valentine's Day here at Deanie Michelle Events. The romance, the candies, the chocolates, the red and pink, and hearts and flowers, and of course best of all reminding those around us that we love and appreciate them. We know, we know, it's really a huge "Hallmark holiday", but we're suckers for it anyway. And we totally love this fun retro inspired Valentine's Day inspiration board. Whether you're going on a date with your honey or getting married; grab some cupcakes, hop in a vintage red car, write a love note, and have a Valentine's Day like none other!

Photos courtesy of- red car via Ritzy Bee, bride and groom in theater via Style Me Pretty, card via Ritzy Bee, ring via Ritzy Bee, champagne via Ruffled Blog, red and white stripe dress via Ritzy Bee, bouquets via Martha Stewart Weddings, cupcakes via Style Me Pretty, you may have my... via Ritzy Bee, red heart shoes via The Alf Memoirs.

You Have a Very Important Date for a Very Important Party!

Photo courtesy of Amy Karp Photography

You have a very important date for a very important party! Save the date for 04.01.10...and no, this not an April fools day joke. This is the party of all parties! Are you curious yet? Stay tuned for another teaser coming later today....

Something Old, New, Borrowed, and Blue

We’ve all heard the old adage that a bride should wear and/or incorporate something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue on her wedding day. But many of you may not know how this fun wedding tradition started, and the meaning behind it.

Each item in the adage represents a good-luck token for the bride. If she incorporates each one on her wedding day, her marriage will be “happy”. The tradition comes from an old English rhyme. The full rhyme is; something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue, and a sixpence in her shoe. Something old symbolizes continuity with the bride’s family and the past. And to connect the past with the future. Something new means optimism and hope for the bride’s new life ahead, and for a bright future. Something borrowed is usually an item from a happily married family member or friend, whose good fortune in marriage is supposed to carry over to the new bride. The something borrowed item also reminds the bride that she can depend on her friends and family. Something blue has been connected to weddings for centuries. In ancient Rome, brides wore blue to symbolize love, modesty, and fidelity. Blue also represents purity, and before the late 19th century blue was a popular color for wedding gowns. And a sixpence in her shoe is a wish for good fortune and prosperity. The sixpence in her shoe remains largely a British custom only.

- Taken from Martha Stewart Weddings and The Knot 

Some ideas on incorporating something old, new, borrowed, and blue into your wedding:

- Wrap a grandparents “old” handkerchief around your bridal bouquet
- Print “old” family recipes on note cards as a simple favor for guests
- Wear a locket containing “old” family photos around your neck on your big day
- Wear an “old” heirloom piece of jewelry from a close family member or friend

Photos left to right - from The Knot, Style Me Pretty

- Your dress, shoes, and anything else you bought just for the wedding is your something “new”

Photos left to right- Monique Lhuillier dress, Manolo Blahnik shoes

- “Borrow” a charm, brooch, or locket from a close friend or family member, and hook it onto your bouquet
- Wear a “borrowed” piece of jewelry from a close family member or friend
- Wear a “borrowed” veil from a close family member, friend, or bridesmaid

Photos left to right - Eyes 2 See photography, Style Me Pretty

- Incorporate “blue” flowers into your bridal bouquet
- Place party favors for guests in a delicate “blue” thank you bag

- Select a “blue” guest book or place cards
- Have a “blue” monogram inscribed into your wedding gown
- Wear a “blue” garter
- Have the bustle in your dress made with “blue” ribbon
- Wear “blue” shoes

Photos left to right, top to bottom- Eyes 2 See photography, Martha Stewart weddings, Etsy, Style Me Pretty

What something old, something new, something borrowed, and something blue are you incorporating into your wedding day?

The Golden Globes - Red Carpet Dresses

It's that time of the year, one of my favorite times of the year- award season! As someone who loves fashion and has a background in fashion and visual merchandising I am a sucker for all of the glitz, the glamour, the amazing gowns, and the million dollar jewels! I have to admit that I enjoy watching the red carpet pre-shows more than I actually enjoy watching the awards ceremonies themselves...but can you blame me? This year the celebs were out if full force, and full fashion, despite the pouring rain. A few trends that I especially noticed, loved, and that I know will translate well into bridal fashion are ruffles, one-shoulder dresses, and short lengths. Will your wedding dress feature oh-so-beautiful ruffles? Or how about the much needed update to the strapless wedding dress, the one-shoulder gown? Or will you strut down the aisle in a short knee bearing dress?

Ruffles

Emily Blunt in Dolce & Gabbana, Jennifer Morrison in Luis Antonio, Heidi Klum in Roberto Cavalli, Lea Michele in Oscar de la Renta, Zoe Saldana in Louis Vuitton, and Christina Hendricks in Christian Siriano.

One-Shoulder

Reese Witherspoon in Giorgio Armani, Anna Kendrick in Marchesa, Amy Poehler in Jay Godfrey, Drew Berrymore in Atelier Versace, Jennifer Aniston in Valentino, and Jane Krakowski in J. Mendel

Short

Ginnifer Goodwin in Vionnet, Julia Roberts in Yves Saint Laurent, and Kristen Bell in Jasmine di Milo.

Notable Others I Loved

Penelope Cruz in Giorgio Armani Prive, Anna Paquin in Stella McCartney, Sandra Bullock in Bottega Veneta, Kate Hudson in Marchesa, Jennifer Bowen in Georges Hobeika, and Fergie in Elie Saab

All photos from wwd.com and instyle.com