Nashville Wedding Vendor Spotlight: A Delightful Day
Wednesday, August 11, 2009
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Today, I am spotlighting Mary Alice of A Delightful Day (ADD). We started our wedding businesses around the same time, so I feel like we’ve grown up together in this industry. I am so proud of the success they have achieved and always look forward to their fanciful weddings which are always spectacular.
All of the images below are images from real ADD weddings. While they are all unique, they have one thing in common - they’re all delightful.
Spotlight on A Delightful Day
Mary Alice, Nashville Wedding & Event Planner
http://www.ADelightfulDay.com
How did you get started in weddings?
I got started in the wedding industry in college and as a newly engaged bride to be. With my personalty, I love being involved in details and really seeing a wedding brought to life, so after working on some weddings for some friends and bride’s that arrived by referrals, A Delightful Day was born.
What do you like most about weddings?
I love all of the excitement of the planning and seeing a bride walk down the aisle to her groom, tears in their eyes and anxious thoughts, and know that we have everything under control.
What’s your favorite wedding pic/video and why? Why?
I love getting a picture with the bride and groom because they are after all why we are in the business that we’re in and we develop a relationship and connection with them.
What is your service philosophy?
We go above and beyond for our brides and aim to provide our clients with a stress-free and positive experience. Brides are so busy now with careers, family, sometimes kids, social lives, so wedding planning is something that we want them to be hands-on with, but not left feeling overwhelmed. We also pride ourselves in guiding our clients in creating a “signature look” that is unique to each couple. From colors, theme, to florals and small details, we make experienced recommendations for our clients in creating an intimate celebration that is truly their own!
What are your strengths compared to others in your category? Why should a bride hire you?
I feel that we have a interesting connection with each of our couples and that is truly a relationship that you can not only trust that we’re going to advise our clients on what is best for them, but also we have the ability to share our opinions on what has worked in the past and what hasn’t. Also, being in the same age group as the majority of our brides I feel we have the best understanding of trends, education, and experiences to help them plan the best wedding for them.
Who are your 5 favorite Nashville wedding vendors?
I love Jay from Maples Wedding Cakes! His flavors and tastes are to die for, as well as design. We love Dove Wedding Photography for their style, but also the friendship and trust that we have developed in them. Alison Bryant at Classic Party Rentals has been my calm in so many storms… what would I do without her. Rhonda Patton has such a grasp for modern design and displays that with our clients. Phindy Studios is my new favorite photography team for not only their kindhearted natures, but their artistic talent.
Who do you recommend when you’re not available/not a fit?
Kristen with Simply Stunning Events is fabulous planner that I have been able to get to know and truly trust that she will do a fabulous job when we’re not available or not a fit.
What do you read/watch regularly to stay on top of wedding/event trends?
I am a big blog follower. Some of my favorites include; Green Wedding Shoes, 100 Layer Cake, Once Wed, Southern Weddings… and so many more. I also love when I get my Martha Stewart Weddings in the mail!
Let’s discuss current wedding trends -
Which trend do you love?
I love using candles… they can truly light up a room, create a romantic space, and they are less expensive than tons of flowers.
Which trend do you hate?
Hum.. this takes some thought. I would have to say feeling like you have to follow more of a “tradition” of the garter and bouquet toss… create a tradition all your own.
Which trend are you glad is gone?
Moving past chinese lanterns.. Love the look, but I think they’ve been overused.
Trend I’m sad is gone?
Hum… another stumper… I would say creating a matchy/matchy environment. More and more are going eclectic, and I do like this look completely, but I’m a symmetrical person and even elements sometimes bother me.
What are your favorite wedding websites? Neatest wedding find?
www.oncewed.com and their fabulous DIY section!
Parting advice for brides?
Invest in a wedding planner, whether for your complete process, assistance in certain areas, or even for “Month of”, because being able to enjoy the incredible process and be a guest at your own wedding, enjoying with family and friends, rather than stressing about the little things is priceless. Invest in your sanity!
