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After viewing thousands of wedding invitations, designs and monograms it is always refreshing in to see something customized and different. Recently in a wedding magazine I read there was a blurb on Ambigrams, these Angels & Demons-esque designs are really engaging and unique.

Wedding Ambigrams

An ambigram combines word-art and optical illusions ~ a word is drawn so that it will appear the exact same when flipped up-side down. This creates a beautifully symmetrical piece of artwork is sure to catch your guests’ eye and serve as a great conversation piece.

With a two word ambigram, the first word rotates to create the second word. These are a wonderful way to pair the names of a couple, a first and last name, a name with an adjective, or any two words. You can display one word at a time, or, when the words are placed together, the whole image appears the same when rotate. There are several websites that offer this service, just Google: Ambigram and wedding I you will find plenty of options.

Tired of the same old rose boutonnieres? Looking for something different and original to pin to your groom? If you answered “yes” to these questions you’ve got to check out www.rosenowfloral.com . With unique boutonnieres like the one pictured above these bouts are sure to get noticed. It’s all in the details!

Looking for an easy way to keep your entire bridal party, parents and guests in the loop without having contact everyone individually? If you are you have to check out www.onewed.com . It’s like facebook for your wedding. Guests can see who is coming to which of your wedding events, you can alert everyone at once about any changes you make (using your own “wedding wall”), and you can feature your wedding website and photos all in this one place. This is technology at it’s best! When you have a moment check it out and play with the different apps, it’s well worth the time.

Recently, I have seen several brides opt for luminaries instead of the traditional flower girl basket. And I absolutely love this idea for 3 reasons: 1.) the luminaries are different and a good surprise to spice up the traditional flower girl ensemble. 2.) they light up inside creating a beautiful glow, not to mention that the kids love it! 3.) they are really inexpensive and easy to customize. Because of their simple design it is easy to add ribbons, flowers, feather or anything else you like to make these little beauties your own. Check them out at www.paperlanternstore.com

Last Saturday, August 1st I had to pleasure of coordinating the wedding of Christy Morris and Zack McKinzey at the Peach Brandy Cottage in Dawsonvill, GA. We worked for months on the details, selecting decor, organizing vendors and planning the event. I am proud to say that it was a huge success. Additionally I would like to give credit to three outstanding vendors; Aimee Wheeler of www.aimeewheelerphotography.com, she was well prepared, had a great enthusiasm and kept the wedding party laughing! Brett from black tie events (www.btevents.com) was an outstanding MC, and Heather the floral designer from Stylish Stems (www.stylishstems.com) did an amazing job on the bouquets, the combination of lime greem mums and magenta gerber daises really popped. Thank you to all of the vendors that helped make Christy and Zack’s wedding a splendid affair.

Last weekend I directed the Wedding of Joy Overrocker and Tony Harry at the Post Chapel in Fort. McPherson. My favorite detail from the wedding was that the best man was the groom’s 10 year old son. Following the ceremony a candle lit reception was held at the College Park Women’s Club (Camelia Hall). This small intimate affair was elegant, simple and classic. T

If you are looking to relax, get your mind off of wedding details and laugh a little; watching Bride Wars is a must. This cute film that features Kate Hudson and Anne Hathaway as life long best friends, that mistakenly book their weddings on the same day at the Plaza in June, is a ridiculously funny tale. These ladies dupe each other with things only a best friend would think of. It’s a little outrageous and maybe a tad bit unbelievable, but that is what makes it entertaining. Check it out when you have the chance, it’s defintely worth seeing.

The much awaited launch party for Atlanta Occasions magazine is almost here. Talk of this  magazine  and website (www.atlantaoccasions.com) has been buzzing around Atlanta for several months, I can’t wait to see what’s in store .  Owner Heather Vreeland is hosting the event at the Foundry at Puritan Mill in Atlanta.  Come meet some of Atlanta’s top vendors and wedding specialist.  Hope to see all of you there!

On Wednesday July 15th Bridal Bar is hosting a soiree to honor it’s grand opening:

Originating in Los Angeles,The Bridal Bar , an innovate ant unique bridal experience is a high-end complimentary planning experience where brides and their families can educate themselves with the assistance of knowledgeable wedding professionals.The Bridal Bar seeks out the best, most unique products, vendors, concepts, locations, and so much more so that every bride who walks through the doors leaves as a virtual expert themselves. This original concept allows brides to preview and plan for their perfect event.

Brides-to-be and party-throwers alike are encouraged to come in and lounge on their couch, sip complimentary champagne, view videos & DVD reels, listen to music samples, browse photographers’ images, and taste the cakes of from the exquisite list of vendors.

This launch event is a party wedding professionals won’t want to miss. I will be there for sure!

For beautiful, professionally printed and inexpensive wedding invitations you have to check out wedding paper divas! Their website: www.weddingpaperdivas.com has hundreds of invitation styles for wedding, wedding events, save the dates, social stationary and more. They are also offering $15 off any order over 100 for signing up for their newsletter.  Their thermography collection is my favorite.