Showing posts with label Events. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Events. Show all posts
Kelly's Closet Sample Sale
In Atlanta and looking for your wedding dress for less? Kelly's Closet is having a sample sale November 26th through December 5th! Kelly's Closet is home to gowns from fabulous designers such as Angel Sanchez, Claire Pettibone, Jenny Lee, Jenny Packham, Lela Rose and Modern Trousseau, so you are sure to find the perfect gown. Why not get it on sale, too?
Upcoming Atlanta Events
We are looking forward to two great Atlanta wedding events this month!
Atlanta Weddings Magazine hosts it's annual event, The Wedding Party, at the new Loews Atlanta Hotel on September 15th at 6 pm.
This event always proves to be a wonderful resource for brides-to-be with some of the best vendors in the city in attendance. Tickets are $10 here, however the first two brides to send an e-mail t0 ashley@ashleybaberweddings.com will receive complimentary admission! *Please include "Wedding Party Ticket" in the title of the e-mail.
Front-row fashion show tickets are $35 for brides. General admission tickets are $25 for brides and $10 for guests. Tickets can be purchased here.
Atlanta Weddings Magazine hosts it's annual event, The Wedding Party, at the new Loews Atlanta Hotel on September 15th at 6 pm.
This event always proves to be a wonderful resource for brides-to-be with some of the best vendors in the city in attendance. Tickets are $10 here, however the first two brides to send an e-mail t0 ashley@ashleybaberweddings.com will receive complimentary admission! *Please include "Wedding Party Ticket" in the title of the e-mail.
The Atlantan Brides Magazine hosts it's annual event, An Evening of Bridal Luxury, on Sunday, September 26 from 4:00-7:00pm at the newly renovated Buckhead Theatre.
Front-row fashion show tickets are $35 for brides. General admission tickets are $25 for brides and $10 for guests. Tickets can be purchased here.
Fabulous Frock Friday
We are loving the fun jewelry over at stella & dot for accessories for your showers, your bridesmaids- or even as a bold twist on your wedding day jewelry!
stella & dot is a surprisingly affordable line of jewelry adored by celebrities and seen in recent publications of In Style, Redbook, Lucky and on the View!
Come check out the pieces in person this Sunday- March 7th- from 12:30 to 3:30 pm at Sugarcoat Nail and Beauty Bar in Buckhead. Enjoy complimentary champagne and cupcakes. RSVP for beauty services by calling 404.814.2121. Click HERE to view the Spring 2010 stella & dot collection.
stella & dot is a surprisingly affordable line of jewelry adored by celebrities and seen in recent publications of In Style, Redbook, Lucky and on the View!
Come check out the pieces in person this Sunday- March 7th- from 12:30 to 3:30 pm at Sugarcoat Nail and Beauty Bar in Buckhead. Enjoy complimentary champagne and cupcakes. RSVP for beauty services by calling 404.814.2121. Click HERE to view the Spring 2010 stella & dot collection.
Bridal Bar Atlanta presents... The Engagement Party!
Submit your best ENGAGEMENT photo to engaged@bridalbar.com for a chance to win a spot at...
Who: Atlanta’s recently engaged couples
What: A weekend long wedding planning experience unlike any other. A chance for couples to enjoy the celebratory process along with friends and family as they taste, touch, see, and explore all the best that Atlanta bridal has to offer. (Please see schedule attached)
When: Friday, March 19 - Sunday, March 21, 2010
Where: The W Hotel Midtown, Ventanas,103 West, STATS, The Ritz-Carlton Downtown
Why: Make planning your BIG day a celebratory experience that you can share with one another and your friends and family. The Engagement Party is a weekend full of events highlighting many unique event professionals who can help make your wedding planning process seamless and fun while engaging with your closest friends and family and meeting a few new ones along the way. Exclusive weekend incentives will be offered from each participating event professional at the completion of the weekend for couples.
Schedule of events:
Friday: At your leisure throughout the afternoon/evening check in to The W Hotel, Midtown location where you will be welcomed with a swag bag full of surprises and spend the weekend reconnecting as a couple and/or indulging with your best of friends. Kick off private party to welcome guests with runway show at the Princess Diana exhibit with one of the hottest bridal designers in the business!
Saturday: Morning: Power breakfast followed by Pure Energy bridal workout with Dolvett Quince, celebrity trainer and owner of Body Sculptor, Inc. Designed for guys and gals, Pure Energy is a FUN full packed hour of form fitting, pound dropping, and inch losing intensity with a live DJ spinning high power dance music!
Lunch: For the ladies, a bridal luncheon at 103 West including a panel discussion with the best of the best in event planning, décor and floral design, photography, food, budget, etc.
And for groom’s, lunch at STATS including big screens and information on honeymoon planning, tuxedo’s and bachelor party 101.
Afternoon opt-in sessions to include: Boudoir shoot with Risqué Boudoir Photography; couples massage with Atlanta Mobile Massage; custom gown design with Heidi Elnora & Chaviano Couture; cake tastings; dance lessons and so much more.
Evening: Cocktail party at Ventana’s, Atlanta’s newest reception hot spot, showcasing event professionals in every field of expertise, combining their efforts to throw you The Engagement Party of the year!
Sunday: Indulgent brunch and closing ceremony at The Ritz-Carlton Downtown.
Amazing give-aways will be awarded at each event throughout the weekend including: A Smilebooth, jewels, custom tuxedo, Braves suite, bachelor party, weekend Stay at The W Hotel, helicopter ride over Atlanta, and custom cocktail dress and of course, the BIG engagement party and honeymoon give-aways!
Ticket Costs:
(EACH TICKET IS ALL INCLUSIVE: FOOD, BEVERAGE, TRAVEL, ETC.)
$289/per couple for entire weekend activities, including hotel stay with an amazing swag bag full of surprises!
*Eligible for 2 entries to all give-aways with participation*
$149/per couple for entire weekend activities, excluding hotel stay
*Eligible for 1 entry to all give-aways with participation*
$89/per couple for The Engagement Party only
*Eligible for 1 entry to the engagement party give-away only*
**tickets for each event will be available for purchase by friends/family accompanying a couple’s registration**
The top three photos will be chosen March 10th and posted to Bridal Bar Atlanta's facebook page for you to vote on!
This Weekend: Phipps Plaza Bridal Event
I am excited to be speaking on Saturday at the Atlantan Brides Magazine Bridal Weekend at Phipps Plaza! I will be speaking on a Q&A panel with the Editor-in-Chief, Phebe Wahl and other Atlanta Wedding Pros. See the entire schedule for the weekend below. We hope to see you there!
Saturday, February 27th
Noon – Couples Workshop, presented by LoveKnots
1:00 p.m. – Tasting Menu presentation from Rosebud
2:15 p.m. – Photography Workshop with LaCour & The Decisive Moment
3:30 p.m. – Wedding Vendor Q&A Panel, led by The Atlantan Brides Editor-in-Chief, Phebe Wahl, featuring top event professionals in the city
5:00 p.m. – Beauty Demo by Raney O’Keefe
Sunday, February 28th
Noon – Translating your Wedding Style
1:00 p.m. – Bridal Fashion presentation
2:00 p.m. – Meet the author and pick up your signed copy of Weddings by Tara Guerard
3:00 p.m. – Mens Fashion presentation
4:00 p.m. – Live Giveaway Announcement
4:30 p.m. – Wedding and Event Fashion presentation
Saturday, February 27th
Noon – Couples Workshop, presented by LoveKnots
1:00 p.m. – Tasting Menu presentation from Rosebud
2:15 p.m. – Photography Workshop with LaCour & The Decisive Moment
3:30 p.m. – Wedding Vendor Q&A Panel, led by The Atlantan Brides Editor-in-Chief, Phebe Wahl, featuring top event professionals in the city
5:00 p.m. – Beauty Demo by Raney O’Keefe
Sunday, February 28th
Noon – Translating your Wedding Style
1:00 p.m. – Bridal Fashion presentation
2:00 p.m. – Meet the author and pick up your signed copy of Weddings by Tara Guerard
3:00 p.m. – Mens Fashion presentation
4:00 p.m. – Live Giveaway Announcement
4:30 p.m. – Wedding and Event Fashion presentation
Reminder: Art of Weddings is this Friday!
We hope to see you at The Art of Weddings this Friday, February 19th from 7-11 pm, at the Bill Lowe Gallery in Midtown. The event will showcase some serious Atlanta talent including wedding gowns from Project Runway alum Heidi Elnora's 2010 collection. ALL of the proceeds from this event will benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation. Purchase tickets and learn more about this fabulous event here.
Giveaway! Upcoming Atlanta Events
It has been a while since we have done a fab giveaway. Well, today we are going to make it up to you by offering THREE great prizes to three lucky brides-to-be. Enter for your chance to win tickets to one of the following events by e-mailing me: ashley {at} ashleybaberweddings {dot} com with GIVEAWAY in the subject line. Feel free to specify if there is one event in particular that you would like to attend. The first bride to respond for each event will be chosen as the winner.
The second Annual A Bride for All Seasons at the luxurious Four Seasons Atlanta will be held on Sunday, January 24th from two to five o'clock in the evening. Brides and Grooms will enjoy and afternoon of fine dining drinks and pampering in addition to picking up some fabulous ideas for their big day. This event is sponsored by The Atlantan Brides magazine. Find more information and purchase tickets to the event here.
And a fabulous NEW event has come to town! The Art of Weddings will be held Friday, February 19th from 7-11 pm at the Bill Lowe Gallery. The event will showcase some serious Atlanta talent including a runway show featuring Project Runway alum Heidi Elnora's 2010 bridal gowns. ALL of the proceeds from this event will benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation. I am giving away a VIP ticket to this event which includes a pre-show preview, swag bag, wine and hors d'oeuvres. Purchase tickets and learn more about this event here.
The NotWedding is near and dear to my heart after planning the event last year. I am excited it is back and headed up by the Atlanta Occasions team. The NotWedding 2010 will be held on February 28th at Puritan Mill. Learn more about The NotWedding and purchase tickets here.
The second Annual A Bride for All Seasons at the luxurious Four Seasons Atlanta will be held on Sunday, January 24th from two to five o'clock in the evening. Brides and Grooms will enjoy and afternoon of fine dining drinks and pampering in addition to picking up some fabulous ideas for their big day. This event is sponsored by The Atlantan Brides magazine. Find more information and purchase tickets to the event here.
And a fabulous NEW event has come to town! The Art of Weddings will be held Friday, February 19th from 7-11 pm at the Bill Lowe Gallery. The event will showcase some serious Atlanta talent including a runway show featuring Project Runway alum Heidi Elnora's 2010 bridal gowns. ALL of the proceeds from this event will benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation. I am giving away a VIP ticket to this event which includes a pre-show preview, swag bag, wine and hors d'oeuvres. Purchase tickets and learn more about this event here.
The NotWedding is near and dear to my heart after planning the event last year. I am excited it is back and headed up by the Atlanta Occasions team. The NotWedding 2010 will be held on February 28th at Puritan Mill. Learn more about The NotWedding and purchase tickets here.Heidi Elnora Trunk Show
Looking for a custom gown for your wedding day? Look no further! Heidi Elnora invites you to her Trunk Show November 12th, 13th, and 14th. Work one on one with the designer, try on the latest collection and enjoy 10% off your purchase during the trunk show. Appointments requested: www.heidielnora.com | 1545 Peachtree St NW Atlanta, Georgia 30309 | 404.903.4263
Southern Weddings Magazine Party
We had a blast being a part of the Southern Weddings Magazine cover shoot at Serenbe recently. I am so excited to see the magazine in person at the Issue Launch Party at Bridal Bar Atlanta on Friday. Join us by RSVPing here.
Melissa & Demetrius
Melissa and Demetrius were married on May 8th at Glendalough Manor just outside of Atlanta.
Melissa wore these stunning large tear-drop earrings with a light blue stone as her "something blue."
A shot as the girls take pics before the ceremony. Melissa chose a gorgeous slate grey, green and white color palette.
She adorned her bouquet with a pretty brooch.
And wore these great Stuart Weitzmans that mimicked the top of her gown
Demetrius had a blast with his guys before the ceremony began.
It was a bit of a windy day! This is a great shot of Melissa just before the ceremony- she looks like a model!
I love this picture of Demetrius trying to sneak a peek of the bride!
And Melissa is just so filled with emotion in the moment as she starts making her way down the aisle...
The ceremony was very spiritual and emotional. Demetrius wipes Melissa's tears away...
And I love the tradition of jumping the broom!
Detail Love: the escort cards were actually stones! Melissa wrote guests names and table numbers on the stones in gold pen.
Detail Love: The couple opted for a cupcake cake rather than a traditional wedding cake. There was a small cake on top that they cut.
It was a fun night! And I love that Melissa changed for her exit! I think this tradition is coming back- we are seeing it more and more.
Congratulations, Melissa and Demetrius! It was an absolute pleasure working with you! A big thank you to Ross Oscar Knight for sharing these images with us!
Melissa wore these stunning large tear-drop earrings with a light blue stone as her "something blue."
A shot as the girls take pics before the ceremony. Melissa chose a gorgeous slate grey, green and white color palette.
She adorned her bouquet with a pretty brooch.
And wore these great Stuart Weitzmans that mimicked the top of her gown
Demetrius had a blast with his guys before the ceremony began.
It was a bit of a windy day! This is a great shot of Melissa just before the ceremony- she looks like a model!
I love this picture of Demetrius trying to sneak a peek of the bride!
And Melissa is just so filled with emotion in the moment as she starts making her way down the aisle...
The ceremony was very spiritual and emotional. Demetrius wipes Melissa's tears away...
And I love the tradition of jumping the broom!
Detail Love: the escort cards were actually stones! Melissa wrote guests names and table numbers on the stones in gold pen.
Detail Love: The couple opted for a cupcake cake rather than a traditional wedding cake. There was a small cake on top that they cut.
It was a fun night! And I love that Melissa changed for her exit! I think this tradition is coming back- we are seeing it more and more.
Congratulations, Melissa and Demetrius! It was an absolute pleasure working with you! A big thank you to Ross Oscar Knight for sharing these images with us!
Atlantan Brides Evening of Bridal Luxury Giveaway
What better way to start out the week than with a giveaway!? I am excited to be working with stationer Debra Saba of Luxe Expressions, David Clarke of Chelsea Floral Designs and photographer Ross Oscar Knight on a tablescape that will be unveiled at the Atlantan Brides Evening of Bridal Luxury on September 27th at the Hotel Palomar. I am giving away 3 tickets {valued at $25 each} to the first 3 brides-to-be that e-mail me. Please send your e-mail to ashley {at} ashleybaberweddings {dot} com and include your wedding date and mailing address. Good Luck!
Save the Date! An Evening of Bridal Luxury
The Atlantan Brides Magazine events are always so fabulous! Mark your calendar for the Evening of Bridal Luxury at the new Hotel Palomar on Sunday, September 27th. Purchase your tickets here. Hope to see you there!
Paper Source DIY Event
Attention DIY Brides! Sign-up here for Paper Source's Wedding Day Details event on Thursday, September 10th.
engage! 09 :: Something Blue Re-cap!
I had the most amazing time at engage! 09 :: Something Blue! {a business summit for luxury wedding professionals} at the Ritz Carlton Grand Cayman last month. Here is a re-cap of the events told through these gorgeous images from Stacey Kane (thank you, Stacey!). Upon arrival to the hotel, we were greeted with adorable swag bags full of goodies. I love the map Laura Hooper created for the event.
The first night, the mega-talented Michelle Rago created this fabulous beach party. Fun details included a shoe valet, mango mojitos {OK- lots of flavors of mojitos thanks to Tortuga Rum, which is made on the island}, beach furniture, custom linens and tents, a huge phalaenopsis orchid/manzanita branch centerpiece for the bar, a steel drum band that pulled right up to the party on a boat and a surprise fireworks display! Wow.
Day two, we heard from some of the industry greats: Carley Roney, Co-Founder of The Knot, Sylvia Weinstock, Millie Martini Bratten, Editor of BRIDES Magazine, Darcy Miller of Martha Stewart Weddings and Antonia van der Meer Editor of Modern Bride and Elegant Bride Magazines. Simon T. Bailey, a motivational speaker, was one of my favorites, as well as these two {Marcy Blum and Preston Bailey} who spoke of hot topics like vendor commissions, DIY weddings {how does this affect planners/designers?} and the recession.
I also had the pleasure of chatting with Darcy Miller of Martha Stewart Weddings about the blog- and about her fabulous Prada sandals.
After a long day of absorbing as much as possible from the wonderful speakers, I had the pleasure of having dinner with Preston Bailey at the Ritz at Chef Eric Ripert's restaurant Blue.
Day three we heard from many more industry leaders on topics such as the business of the wedding business, destination weddings and social media.
Later that night, Jo-Anne Brown and her team from Celebrations Ltd transformed the ballroom into a magical "under-the-sea" party. All of the well thought out details- an "aquarium" bar with live fish, lounge areas for everyone to relax in, multiple GoBos is sea shapes such as sand dollars, lit tables, tropical florals, a huge floral starfish centerpiece, amazing linens from LaTavola and blue everything- from the drinks to the lighting- made it a night to remember.
But the most memorable part of the evening {and there are many} and possibly all of engage! 09 was Sylvia Weinstock dancing up a storm with Kleinfeld's (and TLC's Say Yes to the Dress) Randy Fenoli. See the video here courtesy of Bee Kim {the creator of WeddingBee}.
I had a blast with everyone at the party including these two super fun, friendly and down to earth ladies- Marcy and Michelle.
Thank you to Rebecca Grinnals and Kathryn Arce of Engaging Concepts for putting together such an incredible event! I met so many wonderful and inspirational wedding professionals from all over. I can't wait for the next engage!
The first night, the mega-talented Michelle Rago created this fabulous beach party. Fun details included a shoe valet, mango mojitos {OK- lots of flavors of mojitos thanks to Tortuga Rum, which is made on the island}, beach furniture, custom linens and tents, a huge phalaenopsis orchid/manzanita branch centerpiece for the bar, a steel drum band that pulled right up to the party on a boat and a surprise fireworks display! Wow.
Day two, we heard from some of the industry greats: Carley Roney, Co-Founder of The Knot, Sylvia Weinstock, Millie Martini Bratten, Editor of BRIDES Magazine, Darcy Miller of Martha Stewart Weddings and Antonia van der Meer Editor of Modern Bride and Elegant Bride Magazines. Simon T. Bailey, a motivational speaker, was one of my favorites, as well as these two {Marcy Blum and Preston Bailey} who spoke of hot topics like vendor commissions, DIY weddings {how does this affect planners/designers?} and the recession.
I also had the pleasure of chatting with Darcy Miller of Martha Stewart Weddings about the blog- and about her fabulous Prada sandals.
After a long day of absorbing as much as possible from the wonderful speakers, I had the pleasure of having dinner with Preston Bailey at the Ritz at Chef Eric Ripert's restaurant Blue.
Day three we heard from many more industry leaders on topics such as the business of the wedding business, destination weddings and social media.
Later that night, Jo-Anne Brown and her team from Celebrations Ltd transformed the ballroom into a magical "under-the-sea" party. All of the well thought out details- an "aquarium" bar with live fish, lounge areas for everyone to relax in, multiple GoBos is sea shapes such as sand dollars, lit tables, tropical florals, a huge floral starfish centerpiece, amazing linens from LaTavola and blue everything- from the drinks to the lighting- made it a night to remember.
But the most memorable part of the evening {and there are many} and possibly all of engage! 09 was Sylvia Weinstock dancing up a storm with Kleinfeld's (and TLC's Say Yes to the Dress) Randy Fenoli. See the video here courtesy of Bee Kim {the creator of WeddingBee}.
I had a blast with everyone at the party including these two super fun, friendly and down to earth ladies- Marcy and Michelle.
Thank you to Rebecca Grinnals and Kathryn Arce of Engaging Concepts for putting together such an incredible event! I met so many wonderful and inspirational wedding professionals from all over. I can't wait for the next engage!
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