Friday, November 30, 2007

Looking for a great local hairstylist to make your wedding hair gorgeous? Check out my girl Shana at Harlow Salon. I got a quick run down on her bridal services when we chatted at 12:30am on myspace. (We’re both addicted!) You can contact her to ask her more questions. But this should get you started…

Ashley: Hey Shana - I know that wedding hairstyles are your specialty. What are your rates and do you travel on site?

Shana: Okay….pricing….Specialty Upstyle (wedding hair lol) starts at $65. Wedding makeup starts at $50.

If I go on location it’s a $350 appearance fee (since I’ll have to shut the salon down) and $100 per hour after that. I have a partner that I work with, so if it’s a large party, that’s not a problem. We also come as a pair on location if it’s a bigger wedding party but the fee jumps to $500 appearance fee and $200 per hour. (Why not just come to the salon?? We serve brunch, wine, mimosas, coffee, sodas etc…we even have a photographer that comes in and captures the girls getting ready and mails it to them on a CD! What a deal!) We offer bridal package deals, too….depending on the number of girls in the party.

Ashley: Great to know. I knew you had something hot for brides. I’m loving the mimosas / brunch offered at the salon. You guys have fun. I can tell.

Shana: You should come to our party next Friday!! We can meet and you can hear some awesome music, see our salon and enjoy some yummy desserts!

Ashley: I am heading to Hawaii for a quasi-anniversary trip so I wont be able to attend. But, I will come to the next event:)

Thanks Shana!

Check out Shana’s pics for some hairstyle ideas and visit her website to learn more.

Thursday, November 29, 2007

My friend Ben recommended I check out Zoe Tops, a site offering custom cake tops for couture brides (and wanna-be couture brides like me:) I remember seeing the toppers at a bridal show last year. But after revisiting the site today, I was reminded just how cute these darn things are.

If you are anything like me, you are tired of the same ole’ wedding stuff. How unique is a unity candle - really? Why not spend your hard earned wedding budget on items that represent…you? And, nothing represents you like these custom wedding cake toppers which I love, love, love!

Michelle, the awesome artist, works with each couple to create fabulously fun toppers that represent their personalities. So regardless of what you’re into, she can capture to make your simple cake memorable.

What’s on “Ashley’s list” today is what’s on “Oprah’s list” tomorrow so get your Zoe Top while they’re still affordable.

Visit her website to see more creative toppers and wedding favor/gift ideas.

Here’s my favorite:

Tuesday, November 27, 2007

Well, it is officially engagement season!

And for all you Nashville guys searching the internet to create a perfect proposal, here’s my virtual helping hand.

This adorable ornament, available from Red Envelope, is a cute and simple way to package your ring for your bride-to-be. What makes it great is that the outside of the ornament says “Wishes” and the inside says “Do Come True”. This simple yet touching message sums up exactly what you want to say - right:) Plus, it is perfectly sized to fit an engagement ring. (Disclaimer - I havent seen it in person so be sure that it will fit the ring before you order.)

So, whether you place the ornament on the tree the night before Christmas, give it to her on Christmas Day or incorporate it into a larger proposal idea - it makes a great package.

Here are some other helpful proposal tips and ideas…

Tips - Proposal Mistakes

Ideas - Best Marriage Proposals, Romantic Tips, Other Ideas, 21 Proposal Ideas

Wednesday, November 21, 2007

Hi everyone,

I’m packing up for my holiday travel but wanted to let you know that the Daily Scoop will return on Tuesday.

And to my “dieting to fit into my perfect wedding gown” brides, enjoy your favorite dishes - we can discuss ways to burn those calories next week.

Enjoy a happy, hearty and safe Thanksgiving.

Ashley

Monday, November 19, 2007

I am sure you spent a great chunk of the weekend doing something related to weddding planning. Whether you have seen this video or not, I am sure it will give you a great laugh for the day.

Enjoy today’s bridal break. You deserve it!

Fantastically funny wedding falls

Saturday, November 17, 2007

Looking for a great way to impress your mother-in-law this Thanksgiving? No need to worry. I just got this email from Juanita of Dulce Desserts:

We will have a limited number of the following desserts on hand for holiday pick up - First call – First serve! We will be open for taking orders on Monday, November 19. Call today to confirm your holiday Desserts!!!

Coconut Pie - $26.00

Pumpkin Chiffon Pie - $24.00

Pecan Pie - $19.00

French Fruit Tart - $26.00

Pumpkin Roulade Cake - $52.00

Chocolate Raspberry

Mousse Torte - $52.00

Pecan Pie Cake - $52.00
Sugar Cookies - $1.50 - $2.00

Gingerbread - $1.50 - $2.00

Baci Cookies - $1.75

Thanks Juanita! They look yummy!

Contact Dulce Desserts @ 615-321-8700 to reserve your sweets.