Tuesday, March 9, 2010
I've got more great wedding finds to share from the Her Nashville / Focus bridal show, just in case you missed the event.
First up, b. Hughes Bridal and Signature Events, two wonderful wedding resources! b. Hughes Bridal displayed their spring collection of bridal gowns. Ruffles, feathers, and flowers are in, as you can see! These styles would look great with vintage and rustic themed weddings. Signature Events has a vibrant personality and was recently featured in Martha Stewart Weddings. You should check them out! They do exceptional things in weddings here in Nashville.
Up next, a catering company called Clean Plate Club. They provided tasty brunch treats in the form of omelets that beautiful morning. They looked and tasted exquisite! So often brides forget that a brunch reception is a great and budget friendly alternative, especially for Sunday weddings. And, really, who doesn't love breakfast?! Ashley certainly did! She chowed down on a cheese omelette while I enjoyed a Mimosa.
Bacon and Caviar was another catering company offering up deletable brunch treats. They served smoked salmon patties with a salad. It was delicious! Their drink of choice was fruit tea, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Truth be told, I'm really particular about my tea, too. If you get a chance, try their fruit tea.
Of course, after those brunch treats, you'd need something sweet. At the bridal show, there were two bakeries - The Bake Shoppe and Cupcake Collection. Each had their own kind of yumminess.
The Bake Shoppe featured cakes inspired by the latest in bridal gown trends. If you missed their series, read about wedding cakes inspired by bridal gowns part 1 and wedding cakes part 2 only on ABG! The Cupcake Collection had some tasty treats as well. My favorites were the sweet potato cupcake, which tasted like spice cake, and the red velvet cupcake. I'm not usually an icing person, but both had deliciously creamy ones.
The Bake Shoppe
Cupcake Collection
Music City Events had another great spring tablescape. They used a soft green linen with white accents on the table. The hydrangeas were also a great touch for the spring tablescape. It would look great for a vintage or rustic style wedding, as well.
Wedding 101 looked great as well. It is a great FREE resource for brides in Nashville and the Middle TN area. They had shabby chic decor as well. This is really prevalent in weddings right now. So, if you're looking for a theme, this could be a good one!
Eyecandy Salon is a hot salon that is all about glamour. They are located downtown and have great pricing for all brides! The salon is also planning a bridal extravaganza called Bridal Carnevale. It is planned for April 18th and has a complete facebook page dedicated to the festivities.
Geny's Wedding and Events floored me as soon as I walked upstairs. I don't know if they did it on purpose, but they took the splashes of red in the Noah Liff Opera Center and ran with it. They used one of my favorite color schemes - red and damask - that I think can be used for any season. To brighten it up, they used green, which lightens the darkness of the black and makes it a perfect spring or summer palette.
It was a great bridal show that showcased wonderful wedding resources. Hope my recap will help you find a few additional ideas or resources for your big day. Thanks to Kristyn Hogan lifestylye photographer for all photos.
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Friday, March 5, 2010
Tucked away amongst the industrial structures on Church Street is a jewel of a building in which couples have shared and celebrated their firsts as Mr. & Mrs. I still remember driving by there a few years ago and seeing their sign and thinking, "I'll bet that's a really cool space for an event." I wasn't too far off the mark - Events@1418 is an excellent event space, complete with a rooftop with spectacular views of downtown Nashville. I'm still trying to think of a reason to have a party there!
We asked Kellie Bryson, owner of Events@1418 to tell us a little more about the space!
Our Spotlight on Events @ 1418
Kellie Bryson, Owner
About the Venue: Come discover our renovated facility in the heart of Nashville. Surrounded by chic architectural updates, our “old is new again” space gives guests the feeling of being a part of Nashville history. Perfect for rehearsal dinners, corporate meetings, showers, teas, receptions, gallery showings, and much more. We rent to only one client at a time, so the place is all yours!
Year your business was established: Our venue opened in 2006
Your motto/philosophy: Listen to each client’s needs and then provide each client with attention to detail
(Photo by Phindy Studios)
What type of rooms are available?
Our space is an open room with vintage brick walls, exposed beams and hardwood flooring. There is also access to our rooftop deck.
(Photo by Gray Photography)
What options does your venue offer?
Ceremony, reception, showers and parties
What catering options for you offer/allow?
~ On-site catering? yes
~ Outside catering? yes
~ Do you have a preferred list of caterers? developing
~ Is outside alcohol allowed? no
Is an on-site event coordinator available?
Yes
How many people do you have on staff?
11
What is your pricing model?
It can range from $25 per guest and up, the room rental fee is $500 and up – depending on time of day, day of week and time of year, usage of the room. The venue rents from between $500 and $1000 depending on the type of event. Our catering services are priced per person.
Which bride budget do you serve?
We have price points to assist all brides. Being a smaller venue can allow someone with a more modest budget go a little more over the top because the guest count is naturally less. However, we have had a Platinum Bride use our space for her luxe event – she even rented the billboard across the street and placed her Wedding monogram for all of Nashville to see.
What else should brides know about your venue?
It is all –inclusive – great for the bride who wants all details covered – no additional rentals are needed – we have everything in h house necessary to produce a complete event
What makes your venue so unique?
What do you pride yourself on? Our space is very non-traditional in appearance – with the original flooring and brickwork. – we also have a roof top deck that is always quite popular for guests to visit and see the skyline of Nashville. We love and embrace weddings by choice – we have always done weddings with our off-premise catering division so it was a natural progression to have onsite receptions and even ceremonies.
What special packages do you offer?
We offer a series of wedding packages that include everything from food to flowers. We also have packages available for rehearsal dinners and mitzvahs.
Give them a visit or read their blog to see how they can help you put together your wedding or rehearsal dinner and really make it an event you or your guests won't stop talking about!
Also, check out more of their weddings and events in our Wedding Venue Inspiration Gallery.
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Tuesday, February 23, 2010
A few weeks ago, I received a call from Kathy of FrontPorch Farms. She told me all about her farm and directed me to their website. That's when I fell in love with the charming, southern wedding venue!
Kathy told me on the phone that not only is the venue available to Nashville brides for their ceremony and reception but because the home can be rented in its entirety, it makes a good option for overnight guests.
There are many perks of this venue so you should check out my interview with Kathy below and give her a call to discuss your wedding or event!
Believe me - this will be a hot spot. It's affordable and has lots to offer if you're looking for true southern charm.
FrontPorch Farms
Contact: Kathy Best
Telephone: 615-394-1838
Email: kathy@frontporchfarmstn.com
Drive: 40 minutes from downtown Nashville
Established in 2009, Front Porch Farms is one of Nashville’s Best new wedding and reception venues built to reflect the era and unforgettable charm of the Old South. As a labor of love between a hopeless romantic from Georgia and one of Nashville’s modern day heroes with old fashioned values, the three story antebellum-style house with multiple covered porches overlooks magnificent views of the countryside. The 32-acres of rolling green pasture also includes a guesthouse, pool, pond, gazebos, rustic barn and rolling green pastures while located only minutes from the city. Overnight accommodations are available so guests can fully experience the romance of the country while enjoying modern day luxuries.
FrontPorch Farms Motto: A healthy marriage takes hard work and dedication but there is one day that shouldn’t be hard and that’s the very first day of your lifetime together. We created FrontPorch Farms as our romantic escape and now we share it with others to find their own magic & memories to last that lifetime.
FrontPorch Farms has on-site catering and a prefered list of vendors but you can also bring in a caterer if you so choose. They also have an on-site event coordinator and four staff members to help with your wedding event needs from the parties and showers to the ceremony and reception. The main room fits up to 75 guests for an intimate ceremony, and the space can accomodate up to 250 people. We had a few more questions for them, here's what they wanted to share -
The pool at Front Porch Farms
What else should brides know about your venue?
Brides should feel confident in knowing that they are getting our undivided attention and that we are not going to rush them in and out to make room for the next couple. We enjoy opening our home and property up to couples who are in love and want to share their joy with others. Daisy, my 84 year old grandmother married my grandfather Jimmy when she was 18. For 54 years until he passed away, they were by each other’s side – even if they were mad, sad or off on some crazy adventure. He carried her purse in stores because she always left it and no matter what scheme one of them cooked up, the other would follow along. FrontPorch Farms was the beginning of a love like that between my husband and I. We want to be the beginning of other loves like that. Let’s grow more “Daisies” together!
What makes your venue so unique? What do you pride yourself on?
I have been in the music industry for numerous years and know how events should run smoothly and efficiently and I am experienced in handling just about any crisis thrown at me. My husband is a third generation fire fighter who can do the same. If it’s something we don’t know how to do, you can bet we know someone who does. I applaud originality and creativity and welcome couples who have a vision that isn’t the same ol’ same ol’.
What special packages do you offer?
Our basic package includes a free 40x100 tent, tables, and chairs in our bookings. We can include linens and all other wedding and reception needs if requested.
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Thursday, February 18, 2010
Many people ask me - what's your favorite aspect of weddings. For me - it's all about the design. I love that a bride can express her style through every wedding design element - from flowers to her cake.
Floral design is one category where the sky is truly the limit. In fact, it's one area that's usually a high priority for moms. Most moms LOVE flowers so you'll want to choose someone who can work with you AND mom to make your wedding a botanical dream come true.
For this reason, Enchanted Florist is one of my favorite floral design companies. I am always wowed by their work and easy to approach nature. Once you see their prolific portfolio, you will see exactly why I heart their work. Plus, Caprice, the owner, is a true sweetheart!
(One of my favorites by Enchanted Florist! Photography: McCoy Made)
Enchanted Florist: It is our goal to make every wedding and event we do the best it can be! We only use the finest quality products and strive to make your wedding as stress free as possible. From chic, simple elegance to over the top glam, we can turn your vision into reality!
Enchanted Florist is an award winning design team, committed to listening to your ideas, being attentive to your needs, and creating a day as unique and as memorable as you are!
Enchanted Florist is also a family owned business that opened in 1994 here in Nashville. Originally a florist shop, it became one of the premier wedding specialists in 2005 with Caprice as the new owner. By 2008, Caprice and her staff began to solely work for weddings and special events, which guarantees you the special attention that you deserve. With a keen eye for design and a warm and welcoming personality, Caprice and her team will listen to your ideas, be attentive to your needs, and create a day that is your dream come true.
(Photography: Gray Photography)
Enchanted Florist is creative, modern and timeless. In love with their fabulous florals yet? I knew you'd love their work!
(Enchanted Florist is a lovely ABG advertisers. They help keep ABG free for site readers. I'm so lucky to have them as part of the ABG family.)
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Friday, February 12, 2010
Cedarwood Weddings and Events is my favorite new blog! After one visit, you'll see why, especially if you are seeking an outdoor Nashville wedding - like a farm, garden - or a historic home. I could peruse this site for hours...and have:).
Earlier this week, they featured a wonderful organic wedding and I had to share it with you. It's amazing and there are no words to describe it.
Kate (bride), Matt (groom) and their Cedarwood wedding team thought through every aspect of this green, farm wedding and made it look effortless, cozy and joyous. Kate and Matt look super happy, as wonderfully captured by Krystal Mann of Mint and Sage Photography.
Here are some of my favorite pics from their day. I HIGHLY encourage you to visit the Cedarwood blog to read all about this organic wedding - part 1, part 2 and part 3. I'm sure you agree that a wedding recap that requires a 3-part series is clearly a must-read (and will provide more info on the couples' wedding team).
This wedding eye-candy is my Happy Valentine's Day gift to you. You can thank me later:).
Who says eco-friendly can't be fabulous!!
Thanks Cedarwood, Katie, Matt and Mint and Sage for letting me share this wonderful with my readers.
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