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Friday, October 9, 2009
Way to go Tiffany!
Tiffany Brockman, one of our apprentices, just got her score back for the Professional Development Program from the Association of Bridal Consultants. She passed WITH HONORS! Way to go!!
Thursday, October 8, 2009
It's True! Your Dream Day DOES save its clients money!
We have a photographer that gave one of our clients 2009 pricing for her 2010 wedding because she was using Your Dream Day as a planner. A lot of vendors will give experienced planners' clients a discount because its easier for them to do their job on the wedding day and planners send them referrals regularly. Hence, a wedding planner should be able to demonstrate their cost savings to you!! This one? $3000!!!!
I'm just happy they're happy -- it means I'm doing my job. =)
I'm just happy they're happy -- it means I'm doing my job. =)
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Fun Fun with Tine Hoffman and Eleni from Adora
Once a month, I get together with the amazing Tine Hoffman from TM Photography, Eleni from Adora Event Rental and Kelly Ledford from Cinci Makeup for coffee talk. We did that today for 5 hours! We have female "coffee talk" and catch up on things. (And a cup of coffee is a lot cheaper than therapy!) It's like we're the chicks from Sex and the City -- we talk about everything and anything, and anything is fair game. I can't believe Starbucks doesn't kick us out for laughing so loud. Love you ladies!
After the wedding, there is a marriage to consider....
This blog has to do with the reality of marriage, which comes after the wedding party....it's not about design, colors, photos or happy and upbeat. This is real -- hopefully my heartfelt sincerity and relationship that we have with our clients comes through in this. I really care about our clients.
I had a client today that sadly called off her engagement and wedding for next September 2010. Turns out her fiance was keeping something from her, and when they argued last night, the argument proceeded to get physical. Police were called, she now has a restraining order against him, and he changed the locks to their apartment on her. This couple had dated for 8 years. She is obviously a bit shaken up. However, I told her that it is better that this happened now, before the wedding, than after she was married. Divorce lawyers, child and spousal support, and division of the assets is more of a headache than wedding planning details. Last year, I had a client find out that her fiance was stealing prescription drugs from her grandparents and she too called off the wedding. Now, she's happier than she's ever been and has a spectacular outlook on life. I had another girl last year who called off the wedding because she met another guy while she was engaged and planning the wedding. She ended up marrying him this year. I had a fourth bride whose fiance had a stroke.
Calling off the wedding doesn't make you a bad person. Trusting your gut and instincts when planning your wedding is so important, whether it's selecting your vendors or, in these cases, calling it off. Just remember that if you have signed any contracts you are responsible for the terms associated with them. Next year's bride is going to keep her credit with us on file for a future wedding and keep her contract open -- this way she locks in the 2010 rate should she ever get married again. The second bride decided to terminate her contract, largely because she is 19 and may not get married for another 10 years. However, any money she has already paid us will be credited toward any future contract and we still text and get together for coffee when we can! The third bride kept her contract opened and called us the minute she was engaged again to retain our services! The fourth bride had the wedding 12 months after his stroke and they now have an adorable little boy. Check with your vendors about their cancellation policies and understand what your rights are should something unexpected happen.
Sorry about the downer....just trying to keep it real today....tomorrow will be much happier and cheery, promise!! =) I hope we start a discussion about this on the blog! Please post your thoughts and comments about this topic.
I had a client today that sadly called off her engagement and wedding for next September 2010. Turns out her fiance was keeping something from her, and when they argued last night, the argument proceeded to get physical. Police were called, she now has a restraining order against him, and he changed the locks to their apartment on her. This couple had dated for 8 years. She is obviously a bit shaken up. However, I told her that it is better that this happened now, before the wedding, than after she was married. Divorce lawyers, child and spousal support, and division of the assets is more of a headache than wedding planning details. Last year, I had a client find out that her fiance was stealing prescription drugs from her grandparents and she too called off the wedding. Now, she's happier than she's ever been and has a spectacular outlook on life. I had another girl last year who called off the wedding because she met another guy while she was engaged and planning the wedding. She ended up marrying him this year. I had a fourth bride whose fiance had a stroke.
Calling off the wedding doesn't make you a bad person. Trusting your gut and instincts when planning your wedding is so important, whether it's selecting your vendors or, in these cases, calling it off. Just remember that if you have signed any contracts you are responsible for the terms associated with them. Next year's bride is going to keep her credit with us on file for a future wedding and keep her contract open -- this way she locks in the 2010 rate should she ever get married again. The second bride decided to terminate her contract, largely because she is 19 and may not get married for another 10 years. However, any money she has already paid us will be credited toward any future contract and we still text and get together for coffee when we can! The third bride kept her contract opened and called us the minute she was engaged again to retain our services! The fourth bride had the wedding 12 months after his stroke and they now have an adorable little boy. Check with your vendors about their cancellation policies and understand what your rights are should something unexpected happen.
Sorry about the downer....just trying to keep it real today....tomorrow will be much happier and cheery, promise!! =) I hope we start a discussion about this on the blog! Please post your thoughts and comments about this topic.
Tuesday Shout-outs!!
This week, I met with Tracy Claiborne from Claiborne Productions at her husband's chocolate and coffee shop, Winans. (Ever attend the bridal shows at the Dayton Convention Center, the Dayton Marriott, Manor House or Cincinnati Marriott Northeast? The talented Tracy runs these spectacular events!) Winans is located by the Dayton Mall and they now have a liquor license. My clients have purchased chocolate favors from Winans in the past for their weddings. Today, I enjoyed a Buttery Mocha made with Butterscotch Schnapps. Yumm!
I went to Ele Cake Company in West Carrollton this past weekend to get my husband a buttercream filled chocolate chip cookie sandwich and in addition to making amazing wedding cakes, they now also serve lunch!
The Rose Trio is a group that plays the cello, viola and violin for wedding ceremonies and cocktail receptions. Leah is offering some special promotions for 2010 weddings. Check it out!
Chenese Bean Makeup Artistry is having an open house at her new studio on Friday, October 23 in the evening and is offering a free mother-of-the-bride makeup artistry services! Any wedding booked with 4 people or more (flower girls and jr. bride not included in minimum) can take part in this current promotion. Services are for the bride's mother only and can be used for either one free in studio consultation or on the wedding day.
New Genesis Productions is also pleased to announce that their new studio is open and operational. Their new address is 3320 Tylersville Rd. Suite K. Hamilton OH 45011. They had an open house on Saturday, September 26, 2009 and I hope it went well! They offer videography and photography services.
Last but not least .... this one is sort of sad.... Folchis Formalwear just opened up a brand new location in Anderson, adding to their conglomerate of existing stores in Kenwood and West Chester. Well, last week, someone drove a car right through the front of the brand new store. Unreal!! (I hope it wasn't a competitor, that's just mean....lol). Anyways, best wishes to the Folchis on a speedy recovery!
Any other vendors have a shout-out on a great deal, promotion or announcement to make? Just email it to Kathy (me). Thanks and happy planning!
I went to Ele Cake Company in West Carrollton this past weekend to get my husband a buttercream filled chocolate chip cookie sandwich and in addition to making amazing wedding cakes, they now also serve lunch!
The Rose Trio is a group that plays the cello, viola and violin for wedding ceremonies and cocktail receptions. Leah is offering some special promotions for 2010 weddings. Check it out!
Chenese Bean Makeup Artistry is having an open house at her new studio on Friday, October 23 in the evening and is offering a free mother-of-the-bride makeup artistry services! Any wedding booked with 4 people or more (flower girls and jr. bride not included in minimum) can take part in this current promotion. Services are for the bride's mother only and can be used for either one free in studio consultation or on the wedding day.
New Genesis Productions is also pleased to announce that their new studio is open and operational. Their new address is 3320 Tylersville Rd. Suite K. Hamilton OH 45011. They had an open house on Saturday, September 26, 2009 and I hope it went well! They offer videography and photography services.
Last but not least .... this one is sort of sad.... Folchis Formalwear just opened up a brand new location in Anderson, adding to their conglomerate of existing stores in Kenwood and West Chester. Well, last week, someone drove a car right through the front of the brand new store. Unreal!! (I hope it wasn't a competitor, that's just mean....lol). Anyways, best wishes to the Folchis on a speedy recovery!
Any other vendors have a shout-out on a great deal, promotion or announcement to make? Just email it to Kathy (me). Thanks and happy planning!
Monthly Mock Table in Cincinnati
Today I went with my apprentice, Tiffany, to All Occasions to re-do the mock table in our Cincinnati office. We have a good history and relationship with this fabulous rental company, and they let us change out a mock table every few months. What does this mean for the dreamgirls? Playtime!!
Tiffany put together a beautiful ensemble of golds, oranges and browns for fall. We should be setting it up early next week. Pixs will be posted when its done.
Tiffany put together a beautiful ensemble of golds, oranges and browns for fall. We should be setting it up early next week. Pixs will be posted when its done.
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Got Wedding Stuff? Yes we did (and will)
A huge thanks to the participants and donors of the first annual Got Wedding Stuff, which was held in conjunction with The Wedding Mafia's bridal cocktail on September 24. The silent auction raised $2,180.66 for the Lupus Foundation.
The next event is scheduled for 2-17-2010 at Country Club of the North in Beavercreek, a suburb of Dayton, Ohio. Cost will be $5 per person. For more information about the event itself and how to donate used wedding items, visit www.gotweddingstuff.com. All donations are tax deductible. Photos and video from the event will be posted soon!
The next event is scheduled for 2-17-2010 at Country Club of the North in Beavercreek, a suburb of Dayton, Ohio. Cost will be $5 per person. For more information about the event itself and how to donate used wedding items, visit www.gotweddingstuff.com. All donations are tax deductible. Photos and video from the event will be posted soon!
The Industry 411: Sharnett Bridal, Modern Bride, Elegant Bride, Chimney's Inn.
Chimney's Inn, located in downtown Miamisburg, is being sold according to the Dayton Daily News. They cater rehearsal dinners and small wedding receptions since closing the restaurant in 2008.
Sharnett Bridal in Dayton has filed for Bankruptcy according to WHIO-TV and the Dayton Daily News.
Modern Bride and Elegant Bride magazines will also be ceasing publication, according to the New York Times. The issue on news stands now will be the last.
Sharnett Bridal in Dayton has filed for Bankruptcy according to WHIO-TV and the Dayton Daily News.
Modern Bride and Elegant Bride magazines will also be ceasing publication, according to the New York Times. The issue on news stands now will be the last.
Monday, October 5, 2009
Engagement sessions this week!
Check out the amazing engagement shoots that our clients have done this week! The great thing about these engagements is that they both demonstrate a photojournalistic style of photography with completely different flairs. One thing they have in common -- both love their photographers, it shows in their photos!
Amy and John, by the amazing Brenda Pottinger
http://pottingerphoto.com/blog/?p=437
The great thing about these engagements is that they both demonstrate a photojournalistic style of photography with completely different flairs.
Amy and John, by the amazing Brenda Pottinger
http://pottingerphoto.com/blog/?p=437
Melissa and Greg, by the one and only Daniel Michael
The great thing about these engagements is that they both demonstrate a photojournalistic style of photography with completely different flairs.
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