Happy Friday Everyone.. have a fabulous Weekend!!!

Xo – Rachel

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Paperwhites {delicate & fragrant} , Kale, Tulip {ornamental & earthy}, Gerbera Daisy {sweet & simple}, Gladiolus {elegant and cascading}, Tubaroses {glamorous & perfumey}, Garden Roses {vintage & effortless}, Hydrangea {dramatic & full}, Dahlia {exotic & unexpected} , Chinamum {frilly & fun}, Genesta {organic & whimsical} and White Roses {traditional & classic}

blush, Rivini | mint, Jenny Packham | black, Vera Wang | nude, Jenny Packham | grey, Vera Wang

Tell us your thoughts! The non-white wedding gown, is it a Do or a Don’t?

tying the knot :: 12/29/11

Ceremony & Reception :: The Room on Main

The love story :: Gina & Dustin met at an art show in Miami in 2010 where it was love at first sight. Feeling lucky in love, the couple moved to Hawaii for almost a year, where he popped the question in September! Now, they are only days away from the dreamy, winter wedding at the end of this month.

Wedding Theme: Classy & Elegant

Color Palette :: Purples & Greens

Details::

Photographer:: Tony Valadez

Cake :: Frosted Art Bakery

Catering :: CN Catering

Floral :: Dr Delphinium

Music :: Spin Productions

Gown :: Rivini

Makeup :: Scarlett Demoss

Hair :: Ryan Chambers

“Rachel has made this process so incredibly smooth. Her vendors are great and her planning and organizational skills are unbeatable! She is super cool and likeable – she sees my vision and executes it perfectly.” – Gina

*engagement photos by Tony Valadez Photography ; shot in Dallas*

]]> http://rachelevents.wordpress.com/2011/12/21/real-wedding-wednesday-with-gina-dustin-fabulous-weddings-rachel-events/feed/ 0 rachelevents 1RE 2RE 3RE 5RE 6RE 780XX http://rachelevents.wordpress.com/2011/12/19/signature-cocktails-custom-bars-drink-garnishing-fabulous-weddings-rachel-events/ http://rachelevents.wordpress.com/2011/12/19/signature-cocktails-custom-bars-drink-garnishing-fabulous-weddings-rachel-events/#comments Mon, 19 Dec 2011 14:26:00 +0000 RachelEvents http://rachelevents.wordpress.com/?p=3304 ]]> If 2011 was the year of the signature drink …. then I can only predict that 2012 will take that trend to the next level with the custom bar and couture cocktail garnishing.

For bridal showers and brunch, treat your girls to a champagne bar complete with orange, grapefruit, cranberry and pineapple juice and a spread of fresh fruit. Strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, kiwi, orange slices and pineapple chunks are instant crowd pleasers. Spice up your Bloody Mary’s with a fresh veggie bar full of fixin’s. Upgrade your traditional celery stalks with the addition of pickled veggies (beans, jalapeno, onions), fresh olives of different varieties, and a slew of sauces – the hotter the better!

The next big thing? Decadent toppers and garnishing, thanks to artisanal, gourmet garnishment concepts like Vegas-based Dress the Drink, where a cocktail alone just isn’t enough. Fresh flowers and herbs, glazed chocolate, toasted coconut and banana flakes, and edible gold and silver dust make their list for enhancing the cocktail experience for you and your guests.

Cheers!

Not only are these the perfect little beauties for gifting this season because of their rich, room drenching scents … but they also create a fabulous, winter-esque ambiance. Picture this: small, intimate and cozy winter wedding ceremony, surrounded by friends and family, with the fait sound of a crackling fire in the background and the woodsy scent of fresh-cut Christmas trees permeated the space. The wick of our favorite candle - Frasier Fir – is made from organic wood literally creates the sound of a glorious fire softly blazing in a fireplace.

If that’s not magical, cozy and romantic … we don’t know what is!

Happy Friday!

Images via WeddingTX

At Rachel Events, we know Brides … and we know what you want to see. And that’s other brides & grooms, real weddings, personal love stories and every little fabulous wedding detail for inspiration. Which is exactly why we are bringing you the

Rachel Events Real Wedding Wednesday blog series!

image via WeddingTX

image via Beth Dreyer Photography

You’ll get to hear from past Rachel Events Brides and be inspired by their Big Day details.

Image via Beth Dreyer Photography

Are you a former Rachel Events Bride? Want to submit your wedding for Real Wedding Wednesday? Contact us here!

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You’re back from your honeymoon, enjoying the first weeks of marital bliss… you’re at home nesting, decorating, creating your new life together. What’s the last thing you want to do? … Write your Thank You cards.

 Here’s a tip from the pros … write them now! Don’t wait! While putting them off (and off … and off…) sounds tempting, grab your man and get them done! Writing your thank you cards will never sound fun, so you might as well bite the bullet and mark it off your “to do” list. Your guests will be appreciative.

Be sure you’ve kept notes on everything you’ve received and who it came from. “Thank you so much for the lovely gift,” simply won’t do. Personalization is heart felt and goes a long way.

Give thanks!

{wedding thank you cards via Wedding Paper Divas}

“Dance into the New Year with this Vivacious and Appealing Reddish Orange,” touts Pantone’s homepage. Will you incorporate this bold and beautiful hue {Tangerine Tango} into your wedding palette?

images via The Perfect Palette  

Try these other daring combos for a totally bright and modern surprise….

Tangerine + White

Tangerine + Grey

Tangerine + Navy

Tangerine + Yellow

Tangerine + Chartreuse