Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Whether you’ve already planned your wedding and now have a closet full of décor you’ll never use again or are a bride looking to stretch her wedding day budget, the ‘Something Old, Something New’ wedding consignment sale is perfect for you!
Beth Glascock and Meredith Quigley began their business as a way to help both future brides and recent brides cut down on wedding costs and with the launch of Nashville's first wedding consignment sale this weekend in Cool Springs, it’s sure to pay off for everyone involved in a big way! Read on for our interview with Beth for all of the details and must have info!
Can you explain what the Wedding Consignment Sale is for brides who haven't heard of it?
A wedding consignment sale allows individuals to sell those items they have that are wedding related to new brides planning their weddings. Items accepted to be consigned and sold come in many categories: Wedding Gowns, Formal Gowns, Flower Girl Outfits, Wedding Decor, Linens, Crystal, Vintage Items, Jewelry, Veils, Planning Books, Invitations, and more.
Where and when is the sale taking place?
The sale will be located in the old Faccio space in Cool Springs next to Sperry's. The address is: 600 Frazier Drive, Franklin, TN 37067.
This gorgeous pair of heels is one of many wedding related items for sale this weekend!
Does it cost anything to attend the event?
There will be a Preview Sale on Friday, October 21, 2011 from 6pm-8pm. Cost for this event will be $15 and can be paid at the door or through eventbrite. Click here to purchase a ticket online.
The Consignment Sale is on Saturday, October 22, 2011 from 9am - 3pm is free. You can add it to your calendar right here. Starting 1:30pm until 3:00pm some items will be 50% off.
Who should attend this event?
Brides and Grooms first...but really anyone can attend who is looking for great items at a reasonable cost as there will be a variety of items for sale. Also wedding planners might find great items for their collection.
Beth with just two of the dozens of beautiful dresses available for sale.
What can brides and other attendees expect to see/be able to purchase at the sale?
Everything they need for a wedding: wedding gowns, jewelry, shoes, veils, lots and lots of decor, crystal, etc. There are great pictures of items on our Facebook page.
How did you get started in putting together the wedding consignment sale and how long have you been doing it for?
I have been working with wedding vendors for a year now and became interested in wedding gowns and then the cost of decor for weddings. I did some research and mentioned to my business partner that there was a market to help both the recent bride and the future bride with wedding costs. What a great way to recycle and help someone on a budget. This is our first sale and we are very excited. We started working on this in April.
What's your favorite aspect of the sale?
I love the planning piece and making it all come together. This weekend was great as Meredith was getting wonderful items for the goody bags and I was watching the consignors sign up. I am sure we will love setting up the sale this week and making the store come together. I also love seeing what people are selling. It is all very cool and I know at the end of the day two great things happen; someone gets a good deal and someone else gets a little cash while cleaning out a closet.
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An intricately created centerpiece - ready to be placed on your reception table!
What else should we know about the sale?
We will have three vendors during the sale selling items: Flash of Trash and a Little Bit of Sass; Stella and Dot with Kim Wright; and Pampered Chef. There will be 100 goody bags given out during the preview sale and we are gathering items for giveaways.
Thank you Beth for talking with us and filling us in on such an amazing opportunity for Nashville brides!!
You can check out the 'Something Old, Something New' segment on Talk of the Town right here for more information. To all of our local brides and readers out there, be sure to attend the sale this Friday or Saturday, we can already tell it's an event you won't want to miss!
(For recent brides who would like to consign their wedding items: The entry period for consigning your wedding items has been closed, however the event is slated to become a biannual sale, so stay tuned to ABG for future updates!!)
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Monday, October 17, 2011
Fall is in here. The air is crisper and the leaves are changing. To welcome the change in season, Emily from Simply Yours Weddings has shared with us the wedding she coordinated for Rachel and Eric. This romantic, southern wedding was planned in just 11 weeks (you read that right!)! Not only are we impressed by Emily's skill, which is shown in the photos by Matt Andrews Photography, but we love the colors and overall Fall-ness!! How fun to have the "flower girl" through leaves! And take photos in golden leaves... Well, we hope you enjoy it as much as we have!
Rachel + Eric
Wedding ~ Sunday, November 14, 2010
Ceremony + Reception ~ Travellers Rest Plantation
Guest ~ 220
About the couple:
Eric and Rachel are two of the sweetest, funniest, and most warm and loving people. It makes sense for them to get married in the Fall when all of creation is bursting at the seams with color and life. I think something that stands out to me about both Eric and Rachel is how much family means to both of them. They're incredibly loyal and they worked so hard to make sure everyone that mattered to them felt a part of their beautiful day. Their wedding was so romantic and joyful, just like them!
Their theme:
It was all things Fall! They loved the look of lovely southern romance you find at Travellers Rest and the beauty that surrounds you from the minute you set foot on the property. The beautiful, but massive tree where their ceremony took place provided the perfect altar and the simple but inviting atmosphere of the barn made for a great spot to dance, eat Two Fat Men's wonderful food and top it off with some hot cider. Even with the brisk touch of Fall's coolness in the air, every part of the day was bursting with color and joy and warmth.
What details were used to enhance the theme?
Like I said, Eric and Rachel are such incredibly warm and loving people. Their colors spoke so true of that. The bright tangerine colored bridesmaids dresses and the smooth semi-chocolate suits for the groomsmen were the perfect blend of fun but also a beautiful pallet to play off of. These are some of my favorite flowers that I've ever seen Hillary from Brocade Designs create for a fall wedding because the textures and colors just flowed so perfectly with the wedding party's look. And the flowers were peppered there, in the most intentionally sporadic ways, through the ceremony and into the reception.
We were totally surrounded by color in the trees and all over the grounds. Everywhere there were yellows, greens, oranges. So in our scheme, other than the girl's dresses, we tried to keep it really neutral and soft. But not boring. Eric and Rachel are anything but boring!
Describe any highlights/special moments of the wedding day:
I'm not gonna lie... its kind of a selfish moment.
I had the privilege of getting to know Rachel and her family when I was working on her older sister's wedding in 2008. So, when Rachel got engaged, her sister, Holly, called and said “we're not doing anything until we meet with you!” Both of Rachel and Eric's families had a lot going on: graduations, moving, babies on the way (Holly was preggo!) holidays were coming... they were really interested in getting married before all of the chaos got started.
So, when we met on August 30th, we started working our butts off and 11 weeks later, I was standing at the reception, watching them have their first dance. Their Mom, Mary Kay, looked at me and put her arm around me and said “Well, we did it again.” That moment... still brings tears to my eyes. Their day was so beautiful thanks to the fantastic vendor team who worked so hard, and both of their families were radiant with joy. It all coming together... that's my selfish highlight =)
Side note: I do not recommend planning an entire wedding in less than 80 days to anyone unless you are willing to work so hard and fast and are surrounded by support. This entire family was so flexible, intentional, honest, and constant troopers.
Wedding Team
Planner/Coordinator | Emily Humphries of Simply Yours Weddings
Photographer | Matt Andrews Photography
Cake | The Bake Shoppe
Caterer | Two Fat Men Catering
Florist | Hillary Yeager of Brocade Designs
Gown | Bridal Warehouse in Goodletsville
Groom's Suit | Purchased from JCPenney (seriously!)
Bridesmaids attire | David's Bridal
Groomsman attire | Purchased from JCPenney
Music | Friends of the family performed at both the ceremony and reception
Lighting | Nashville Audio Visual
Rentals | Liberty Party Rentals
Stationary | Designs in Paper
Videographers | First Image Films (out of Cincinnati)
Congrats again to Rachel and Eric who are about to celebrate their anniversary! And many thanks to the couple and to Emily for sharing such a gorgeous wedding with us! If you are just as impressed and want Emily to plan your wedding, make sure to mention ABG when you book with her to receive complimentary rehearsal dinner planning by Simply Yours Weddings!
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Friday, October 14, 2011
ABG Welcomes Jenn Cady Design Photography to our team of Nashville wedding resources!!
If you dream of wedding photos that you will cherish for a lifetime, Jenn Cady Design Photography should be one of the first places you look. Jenn has assembled a dream team to help capture your day with quality and that special touch that even stars come calling for (check out her galleries that include Thompson Square, Jessie James, and so many more).
We love Jenn for her work in wedding photography and her ability to make a bride into a star through her images; but, interestingly enough, this star expertise comes from remarkable experience with Miss America. Not only has Jenn photographed Miss America and Miss America’s Outstanding Teen, but she has also been a sponsor of pageant competitors. Mostly through this work, she has been featured in many national magazines, including full page spreads of her work. Pretty impressive, right? Oh, I forgot to mention, she was also crowned Miss West Virginia in 1994. Now, Brides, don’t you want someone who can capture you like a supermodel?
About Jenn Cady Design Photography:
Company Name: Jenn Cady Design Photography
Main Contact: Jenn Cady, Jarrett Gaza, Tina Biship (Studio Coordinator)
Phone Number: 615-265-8806
Email Address: info {at} jenncady {dot} com
Website: http://jcgweddingphotography.com
Twitter: @JennCady
Like their Facebook fan page: Jenn-Cady-Design-Photography
How many years have you been in business?
5 years as a professional photographer
How did you get started in weddings?
I was a professional Wedding Coordinator at a private club for two years before becoming a Wedding Photographer. My profession as a wedding coordinator introduced me to the wedding industry and I quickly became a specialist of the wedding experience and flow of the wedding celebration. I can bring distinguished artistry and credible experience to your day. Master Photographer Jarrett Gaza, team member and mentor of Jenn, has been an Elite Entertainment photographer for over 25 years and has photographed stars along the lines of Carrie Underwood, George Strait and Tim McGraw. Jarrett and I have teamed up together to shoot creative weddings that have a unique and “star quality” flare.
What do you like most about weddings?
We love taking the couple’s unique vision and fusing it into a composition that will last that couple a lifetime of memories. We make each and every wedding event personal and we love finding that “wow” factor in every wedding or photo shoot. We love when the couple opts to do the “First Look”. We find this moment to be without words and best described through the emotions captured by our lens.
What's your favorite wedding picture and why?
We love this picture of a bride just walking the church isle before her ceremony in anticipation of the “first look”. It was an amazing moment where the light hit her back perfectly. It is just a simple but BEAUTIFUL picture.
What is your service philosophy?
A photographer must record the emotional content of this special day along with the ritual of events. We love to grasp and capture the unseen moments by most and create a visual montage that reflects your individual personality as a couple.
We truly have a passion for what we do and we find so much joy in it. There is nothing more gratifying than the rite of passage of a wedding day and we could hardly call it just another day at the office. We are simply there for YOU!
What are your strengths compared to others in your category? Why should a bride hire you?
With a unique combination of a highly experienced team, artistry, skill and anticipation, we have a very unique gift of telling your story through our lens. Plus, we really like to have fun and bring out your best with an unobtrusive approach in documenting your moment. Expect a treasured collection of images that will bring the essence of your wedding day to life, for you and your family for generations to come.
Who are your 5 favorite Nashville wedding vendors - helpfulness, professionalism, style?
We love working with:
Studio157 (studioonefiftyseven.com)
Faboo Cakes (faboocakes.com)
The BIG TO DO (hair - facebook.com/pages/The-BIG-TO-DO/241082177327)
Regalo Design (http://www.regalodesign.com)
Opryland Hotel (GaylordOpryland.com)
For beautiful wedding photos that you will love for a lifetime, contact Jenn Cady Design Photography today at http://jcgweddingphotography.com. And, if you book now, you will get a Formal Bridal Session for FREE! Just remember to mention ABG when you first contact Jenn Cady Design Photography.
All photos courtesy of Jenn Cady Design Photography.
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Thursday, October 13, 2011
It is Ashley Currie with iHospitality, here again with another look at the green wedding scene in good ole Music City. This month I am highlighting a green inspired wedding along with some pretty unique, sustainable style centerpiece options for your guest tables. Quick note: if you are expecting a lot of neutral colors and simplicity for decor then you are going to be pleasantly surprised, as I have a lot of color and fun to show this round.
Bethany and Doug were married at Houston Station on September 3, 2011. This couple started out wanting to ensure their wedding had a small footprint while sticking with their awesome personal style. They enlisted the help of Lindsey Huddleston with dandyLion Events to make their wedding day green and memorable.
Image courtesy of La Photographie
The couple cut out disposables and opted for palm leaf dinnerware. They had on-site recycling bins…woohooo Houston Station, I like that! And much of the couple’s décor was reused from another friend’s wedding; mixed with items from their own home. Tissue poms were made from recycled paper and they even used the scraps from making the poms as confetti. The groomsman also had recycled car emblems as their boutonnieres...priceless.
Tissue poms were made from recycled paper.
Recycled car emblems were used for boutonnieres.
These little baby sapling favors were my absolute fave, a creation straight from their great event planner Lindsey. The honey favors were donated and the great flamingo hand cloths were a gift and also the décor for the head table.
Looking for alternative to flowers for your wedding reception? Bethany and Doug used sustainable options, while still keeping their personal style in tact. Check out some great ideas below.
Silver Bottle Centerpiece with Branches: Chic, subtle and of course wine was the first use for these bottles. So, make sure and set aside your wine bottles during the planning process allowing you to create a DIY centerpiece project for your big day.
Groupings and Vintage Pieces: Donated vintage books, birdcages, and figurines make a great alternative to cut flowers.
Mini Cake Centerpieces: Let’s talk about reusable! Placing mini cakes on each guest table instead of cut flowers, really makes for great presentation without one morsel being tossed in the trash.
Cupcakes double as wedding favors!
For more green wedding ideas check out some green wedding posts.
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Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Last week, I announced our upcoming bridal blog camp, which will take place on Nov 6th and 13th. I'm back to share our camp's expert speakers.
The Nashville wedding industry is truly blessed to have not only talented wedding pros, but also wedding business experts that are willing to educate, inform, and assist others. I definitely have a passion for teaching and sharing all that I know about blogging but I am not alone. If you lived in other cities, you'd have to travel to learn about the bridal industry, blogging for brides, marketing your wedding business. BUT we have EVERYTHING we need here. The experts are here.
Over the last few weeks, I've reached out to several wedding business experts and asked them to speak at my blog camp. I'm honored that they are willing to share their knowledge to help prepare wedding professionals for the 2012 bridal season, which is right around the corner.
Remember, the advance registration option ends on 10/18. In fact, we only have 9 seats available for the camp so if you have been on the fence or have procrastinated, please register so you can attend camp and prepare your business for 2012.
Click here to register.
Christine will help you determine your target market and present smart, cohesive marketing to brides.
thinklikeabride.com
Lisa and Jennifer will discuss ways to leverage your blog to drive brides to your bridal show booth, to continue the conversation after the bridal show, and to integrate your blog with magazine ads and website ads. (Image courtesy scoobiephoto.com)
nashville.pwg.com
Krista will discuss speak from the perspective of a newlywed (who used blogs and blogging to plan her wedding) and as a PR professional. She will share ways to reach brides via Facebook fan pages and how to use the brand new Google+.
kristadial.com
Megan will share how brides are using Pinterest to plan their wedding and how the tool can benefit wedding pros. She will also share her experience managing social networking for AshleysBrideGuide.com.
As the founder of AshleysBrideGuide.com, I will discuss the importance of blogging for your bridal business. I will help you set up your blog (from SEO to images), plan your content and develop a strong strategy for delivering great content to your target audience.
Click here to register.
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