...I Found It, You Pin It...Friday

I found this amazingness on Pinterest in my quest to find this week's Pin It Pic.  What caught my eye wasn't the amazing crystals hanging from the mirrored tiles or the low centerpieces flanked by gorgeous candlelight.  Nope, what caught my eye was the STUNNING pink up lighting give the room such a luscious glow! I'm all about adding lighting to any event because it can transform any space from drab to fab, also know as...WOW FACTOR! Enjoy!

Until next time...PIN IT and WEDologize!

(photo credit - Details Details)

The 2nd Episode of The Wedding Planners

I'm so excited to share with you the 2nd episode of The Wedding Planners airing TODAY!  Thank you so much for all the views and positive feedback regarding the debut episode and I'm sure today's show will not disappoint!  We will be talking about Save The Dates and wedding invitations with Peggy Lambert of Erickson Designs; delicious catering options with Wendy Pashman of Entertaining Company and how to add that WOW Factor to your wedding with my former bride, Hareder McDowell.

The Wedding Planners and our in-studio guests

The Wedding Planners and entertaining maven, Wendy Pashman

The Wedding Planners and guest bride, Hareder (Jackson) McDowell

The set for the 2nd episode of The Wedding Planners

Make sure to check us out at www.thewedplanners.com and share the 2nd episode with your friends!  And many thanks to Rush Event Photography and Video Productions for producing and directing a fab show!

Until next time...Watch The Wedding Planners and WEDologize!

Wedding Wreaths Gorgeousness!

It's that time of year to put the holiday wreath on your front door.  I must say...I love this time of year.  With that said, I became inspired by the idea of decorating the entryway door of your ceremony and/or reception venue.  The arrival for your guests and what they see as they enter the venue will set the tone of the day.  Why not make it unforgettable!

Initial wreath made of gorgeous flowers

Paper wreath made from your wedding invitation

Pearl berry wreath

Wreath made of baby's breath

Wreath made of lush florals and ribbon

Until next time...WEDologize!

(photo credits - invitation wreath by PaperFlorists; Baby's Breath Wreath; initials wreaths; floral wreath; pearl berry wreath)

Small Business Saturday 11.24.12

I started Dejanae Events in 2000, a small wedding and event planning business named after the special little lady in my life.  Well I have had the honor and privilege of working with some of the best vendors in the Chicagoland area and I want to share and show my support for Small Business Saturday by introducing a few of them to you.  Please check them out for your wedding and event planning needs.

Photography and Videography

Rush Event Photography & Video Productions - www.rushphotovideo.com

Image Makers Photography - www.imphoto.net

LAD4 Creations - www.lad4creations.com

Invitations and Day-Of Stationery

CT Designs, Inc. - www.ct-designs.com

Adorable Designs by Candice - www.adorablebycandice.com

Carol Woldhuis Designs - www.carolwoldhuisdesigns.com

DJ Services

JAM Music - www.jammusic.org

Windy City - www.windycitymix.com

Lighting and Design

Art of Imagination - www.artofimagination.com

Make-Up Services

Kelli Kolors - www.kellikolors.com

Wedding and Social Cakes

Sharon Custom Cakes - www.sharonscakes.com

Karen Scobbie Cake Design - www.kscakedesign.com

Floral Design

Rosemary's Garden - www.rosemarysgardenbridal.com

Fleur du Jour - www.fleurdujourchicago.com

Photo Booth

ShutterBooth Chicago - www.shutterbooth.com

Yummy Favors
Nticing Ngredients - www.nticingngredients.com 
Katherine Anne Confections - www.katherine-anne.com 

 

Wedding Magazines

Wedding Guide Chicago - www.weddingguidechicago.com

Pretty Pear Bride - www.prettypearbride.com

Until next time...SHOP SMALL and WEDologize!

(photo credit - American Express)

...I Found It, You Pin It...Friday!

I'm in LOVE with these lush linen for a sweetheart table!  The swirl pattern of ribbons creates the amazing look of roses.  And the gorgeous orchid and rose centerpiece hugging the perimeter of the table is simply STUNNING!!!  WOW FACTOR to the fullest!

Until next time...PIN IT and WEDologize!

(photo credit - ArtQuest Flowers and Gifts)

Useful Wedding Planning Blog Posts

I just concluded my last wedding & event for 2012!  I'm so very thankful for my Dejanae Events team, professional vendors, my loving clients and social media supporters for taking the time out of their day 3 times a week to read my blog!!!  Well today is a recap of some of the more informative blogs that have been written this year.  Check out the topic and click into the blog as they are sure to assist you with your wedding planning.  I'll be back on Wednesday with a few more :)

Once you have your WEDDING GOWN altered, this blog post shares some options on what to do with the scraps -  http://wedologize.blogspot.com/2012/04/what-to-do-with-dress-scraps.html

When selecting your WEDDING PARTY, make sure to let them know their roles. This blog is very helpful when it comes to those plaguing questions - http://wedologize.blogspot.com/2012/06/role-of-wedding-vips.html

When planning out the WEDDING CEREMONY, check out this blog post for the proper sequencing - http://wedologize.blogspot.com/2012/08/sequencing-wedding-ceremony.html

When planning your WEDDING REHEARSAL, make sure that you enjoy yourself, but also complete these tasks - http://wedologize.blogspot.com/2012/10/wedding-rehearsal-to-do-list.html

When selecting FLOWERS for your wedding ceremony and reception, make sure you armed with the basics presented in this blog - http://wedologize.blogspot.com/2012/04/flower-basics-101.html

If you have taken on the roll of stocking your RECEPTION BAR, check out this useful blog when determining quantity - http://wedologize.blogspot.com/2012/07/wedding-reception-bar-basics.html

You may or may not have a wedding planner (I hope you do :), make sure to pack your very own EMERGENCY KIT to avoid those mishaps on wedding day -  http://wedologize.blogspot.com/2012/04/its-wedding-emergency.html


Until next time...WEDologize!

(photo credit - Rush Event Photography and Video Productions)

...I Found It, You Pin It...Friday!

Purple is one stunning wedding color...always has been.  But I'm in awe of this bride because she wasn't afraid to create a monochromatic color palette!!!  Bridesmaids gowns and flowers are in deep, rich, regal PURPLE!!!  And the WOW FACTOR comes into play when you learn that the bouquets...yes with the BLING...are actually made of feathers!  AHHHHHHMAZING!

Until next time...PIN IT and WEDologize!

(photo credit - LaPlumeEthere)