SOMETHING NEW: THE BLOG
BY Matthew Harrell - February 11, 2011
Enchanted Brides' Bridal Show at the
Knoxville Museum of Art
This Sunday, February 13, Enchanted Brides will be at the Knoxville Museum of Art to highlight some of Knoxville's best in the wedding industry. There will be professionals from all facets of the wedding industry including photographers, cake designers, wedding and event planners and many more. Also in attendance will be Jay Qualls of TLC's "Next Great Baker" and Maples Wedding Cakes to host a Q & A session with you!
Let's meet some of the wedding specialists that will be at the show to talk with you and discuss your perfect wedding day!
Waldorf Photographic Art will be at the show to show you how they can "turn your cherished memories into photographic works of art."
To see more from Waldorf Photographic Art visit
www.waldorfphotographicart.com
The professionals at The Bridal Suite can help to plan every detail of your wedding day by offering the best that Knoxville has to give
Visit www.thebridalsuite.com to see more.
The experts at All Occasions Party Rentals can help you to design and create a beautiful wedding day!
Check out www.aopr.net to see more from All Occasions Party Rentals
To see these wedding specialists and many others, visit the Knoxville Museum of Art for the Enchanted Brides' Bridal Show and be sure to visit EnchantedBrides.com to print your coupon for $2 off the price of admission to the show.
Sunday February 13, 2011
Noon - 5:00 P.M.
Knoxville Museum of Art
1050 Worlds Fair Park Drive
Knoxville, Tennessee 37916
BY Whitney Lowery - February 11, 2011
Valentine's Day Sweet Treats!
Move on this fast! The deadline to place your order at the famous Dulce Desserts for your Valentine is today! If you miss your chance, don't sweat – They will have extra items for sale on Monday.
What better way to celebrate than by having everything from bite size message hearts, pear cheesecake, chocolate raspberry truffle cupcakes, and strawberry shortcake! Juanita is known for her 'deliciously evil' butter cream, and trust me, your taste buds will thank you. Visit Dulce Desserts in their adorable Hillsboro neighborhood in Nashville or give them a call at (615) 321-8700!
FiddleCakes is also getting customers 'in the mood' with their Valentine's Day cookies, cakes, and cupcakes! Calling all Mardi Gras lovers! FiddleCakes has King Cakes! If you don't know the glory of the King Cake, get down to 8th Avenue and try one today! You'll be shouting "Throw Me Something Mister!" after the first bite!
To see more from Dulce Desserts and FiddleCakes visit the
Enchanted Brides' Styles and Trends Page.
BY Whitney Lowery - February 9, 2011
Mere Bulles Restaurant – Valentine's
Nashville's hidden gem, Mere Bulles, has something special in store for you this Valentine's Day. Their Four Course Prix Fixe Menu is full of delectable treats such as blackened shrimp skewer with strawberry mango salsa and blackberry BBQ or their Famous Charleston She Crab Bisque (Yum!). Live jazz will also be keeping your hearts aflutter, featuring Diane Marino and The Dean Martinis.
BY Whitney Lowery - February 8, 2011
Chef's Market Special Valentine's Menu
Join Chef's Market this Valentine's Day for an amazingly delicious lovebirds dinner! One of Nashville's best caterers and restaurants is pulling out the stops for Cupid's arrow. They have everything from a gourmet Gouda Mac and Cheese to a Chef carved Prime rib on this menu! The menu will be available February 11th, 12th, and 14th so make sure you get there fast!
Also be sure not to miss their Venue Forum on February 20th where you will get the inside scoop from experts in the industry about choosing the right venue for your event. Go to ChefsMarket.com for more information!
BY Alice Hendry - February 4, 2011
Fall Chic Reception
Fall is a great season for a wedding. The weather is perfect for an outdoor wedding and reception. This was the vision for our bride and groom, Kayte and Ben Hendry who brought to life their Southern Chic Wedding at Belle Meade Plantation.
Photo by: Divine Images
To accomplish a fun and informal atmosphere, the color palette chosen was bright marigold yellow and persimmon. This was perfect to pull from the natural fall seasonal colors that surrounded the plantation.
Photos by: Divine Images
The reception began with a cocktail hour at the carriage house decorated in an english/french country design using marigold yellow, persimmon and burlap linens. Boxwood garlands draped the entry ways and boxwood wreaths on the windows of the carriage house. The chocolate brown suede sofas billowed with burlap pillows silkscreened with details of the wedding day making them fun keepsakes! Country ham biscuits and firefly tea signature drinks were passed while all enjoyed the gourmet cheese displays and branded "H" toast points!
Photos by: Divine Images
Dark wood sideboards were decorated with glass canisters of oranges and seeded eucalyptus. Moss grapevine frames accented with florals displayed photos of Ben & Kayte telling the story of their proposal, engagement, parties and bridal portrait.
Photos by: Divine Images
The wedding cake was displayed in the middle of the carriage house on the dance floor draped with ivory muslin fabric and persimmon ribbon. The apple spice wedding cake was stenciled with a beautiful marigold yellow motif and displayed on a dark wood plateau garnished with nosegays and candlelight on beautiful apricot filigree style linens.
Photos by: Divine Images
The most beautiful detail of all was the Full Moon glowing over the carriage house and on the lawn highlighting the antique horse carriage overflowing with gifts. The celebration continued with dancing in the carriage house. As the evening drew to a conclusion, the guests gathered with whimsical ribbon wands waving them ushering Ben and Kayte off with a fun farewell! At the carriage house entrance, the band strolled out to play as the happy couple left in the vintage jaguar trailing with ribbons and a "Just Married" sign! The old smokehouse brick wall had one more surprise hosting an amber lit motif with the message "Kayte and Ben....Live Happily Ever After"!
Photos by: Divine Images
BY Whitney Lowery - February 2, 2011
Groomsmen's gifts
We look to our friends again at Wedding Depot for the best Groomsmen gifts out there. As great of a gift as flasks are, guys also appreciate the little things in life. Nice silver cufflinks can start your friends off right with their professional wardrobes.
Monogrammed toiletry travel bags will save them from carrying their things in a Ziploc and will, hopefully, help them stay organized.
Other useful items such as money clips, utility knives, and personalized pens are three things that guys will always need in their lives.
When investing in meaningful gifts for these important people that we want to share this joyous occasion with, be thoughtful. Take your time to make these guys happy; after all, they are the ones in charge of the bachelor party.
Be sure to check out more great gift ideas at WeddingDepot.com
BY Whitney Lowery - February 2, 2011
Bridesmaid's gifts
Looking for the perfect gift for your ladies in waiting? Well look no further than Wedding Depot, a one-stop shop for almost everything wedding. Finding unique gifts for your girls is the goal, and here are a few ideas to make them squeal with excitement.
Wedding cake charms are always fun and they add an element of surprise to see who is going to be the next to be married. It gives more of your girlfriends a chance to participate other than just the bouquet toss.
Personalized water bottles and coffee mugs are affordable options that never go out of style. They are always useful and very "green" of you.
Another gift that will be infinitely appreciated is the adorable tote. Whether it becomes your purse or just a beach bag, this present won't have to be "cut and worn again" like that fabulous bridesmaid dress.
To see more great ideas for Brides Maids Gifts,
click here to visit WeddingDepot.com
BY Whitney Lowery - February 1, 2011
Matchless Limo – A Night Out on the Town
This Valentine's Day, make it a relaxing night for the both of you and let Matchless Limousine do all the work. From January 24th through March 31st, the Matchless Sweetheart Progressive Dinner is the ultimate 'night out on the town' package.
You start your night at Daisy Hill Bed and Breakfast for hors d'oeuvres, then on to dinner at The Palm Restaurant, and finally, a lovely dessert at Giovanni Ristorante.
That's right! Some of Nashville's most amazing restaurants, all in one night and all capped off with a long-stem rose, chocolate covered strawberries, and a sparkling beverage. And of course, you get to ride in style!
For additional details and pricing, click here or contact Matchless Limousine
at (615) 620-limo (5466)
BY Whitney Lowery - January 21, 2011
Romona Keveza Takes Over the Golden Globes
Not only is Romona Keveza a goddess of wedding couture, she also has Hollywood's finest knocking down her door. At this year's Golden Globes, there was a beautiful mixture of exquisite Keveza creations with the lovely actresses that wore them. Actress, Christina Hendricks, of the TV drama Mad Men, stayed true to her classic style with an elegant red silk gown. Jennifer Love Hewitt, another nominee of the night, graced the red carpet in a sky blue vision of an evening gown. Other actresses like Julia Stiles, Anna Kendricks and Julia Ormond continued their loving loyalty to these timeless designs.
To discover more about Romona Keveza, go to www.RomonaKeveza.com
You can also view Romona's runway show and many other designers in the
Focus On: Fashion section of Enchanted Brides
BY Gipsy Williams - January 14, 2011
A Spectacular Evening with Enchanted Brides
at the Hutton Hotel
The wedding and event specialist of Enchanted Brides created an unforgettable evening for Middle Tennessee's brides at the Enchanted Brides Bridal Show at the Hutton Hotel on Thursday, January 6th. Every wedding specialist made a big splash at the show. It was truly an enchanted evening of elegance, chic and WOW!!!!
Photos By Ace Photography
There was fashion from the hottest bridal salons, tasty treats from the finest chef's, indulging cakes from the finest cake designers, over the top florals from floral designers, images that can be called art from the hottest photographers, videos that bring the wedding day to life from the trendiest videographers, music to celebrate the night from musicians and DJs, invitations with the latest trends, rental companies that will add the chic to your décor, jewelry, hair and make up artists, fun at the photo booths, and wedding and event planners who will guide you in designing the wedding of your dreams!
Photos By Ace Photography
Every bride experienced an evening of quality time visiting the wedding specialists who will provide every detail of her wedding needs. A big BRAVO shout to all the wedding specialists who made the evening an unforgettable experience for the brides and guests at the Enchanted Brides Bridal Show at the Hutton Hotel. Also, a very special thank you to all the brides and guests who attended the show. We were truly honored by your presence at the show.
Photos By Ace Photography
For the next spectacular Enchanted Brides Bridal Show mark your calendar for February 13th at the Knoxville Museum of Art in Knoxville, TN and September 11th at Cheekwood in Nashville, TN. It will be a fabulous bridal experience for all to enjoy!
To see more about the Vendors from the Enchanted Brides' Bridal Show at the Hutton Hotel, click on their links below to visit their websites.
TWESA
Arzelle's Brides & Formals
b. Hughes Bridal Formal
Bridal Warehouse
The White Room
Dulce Desserts
Maples Wedding Cakes
Royal Icing
The French Confection
Chef's Market
Mere Bulles
Monell's
Ribbons of Chocolate
Two Fat Men Catering
Fontanel Mansion
Giovanni Ristorante
Noah Liff Opera Center
The Loveless Barn
The University Club
Branching Out
Artistry SpaSalon
Brides By Mary
Hutton Hotel
Designs in Paper
Platinum Jewelers
Nashville Event Lighting
UpLight Technologies
Blue Tone Music Talent & Entertainment
Robert Luke Entertainment
Silver Strings
Wedding Musicians Company
Ace Photography
Photo Booth Nashville
D. Pierce Studio
Gregory Byerline Photography
Skipper Photography
Perfect Wedding Guide
Classic Party Rentals
Music City Tents & Events
The Premier Event
Draping Designs
Matchless Limousine
Street Tuxedo
Audio Video Art
Catchlight Cinema & Photography
Music City Events
Regalo Design
Signature Events
StudioWed Nashville
Weddings by Helen
BY Matthew Harrell - January 5, 2011
More vendors to meet at the Hutton Hotel Bridal Show
There are going to be plenty of vednors for you to talk with tomorrow evening at the Hutton Hotel Bridal Show, but let's go ahead and meet a few more today.
Chef's Market can be there to help make your special day a delicious one. Check out this spread of cheeses, fruits, and breads.
See more from Chef's Market at www.chefsmarket.com
Another great vendor to meet is the always decadent French Confection. This apple spice cake with pecan pie filling and cinnamon cream cheese icing under handmade fondant is just one example of The French Confection's culinary delights.
Vist www.frenchconfectioncakes.com to see more.
Designs in Paper will also be at the Hutton Bridal Show showing off their custom and unique paper goods.
See more at www.designsinpaper.com
Silver Strings can bring beatiful music to your wedding and reception. They will be at tomorrows Bridal Show for you to visit and disucuss your special day.
To learn more about Silver Strings, visit www.nashvillesilverstrings.com
Street Tuxedo is will be at the show tomorrow displaying their wonderful formalwear and tuxedos for you to see.
Check out other tuxedos from Street Tuxedo at www.streettuxedo.com
While at the Enchanted Brides Bridal Show tomorrow, be sure and visit all of the vendors, such as Audio Video Art. They can be there to turn your wedding day into a moving memory.
Monell's will be showcasing their delicious cuisine that is perfect for your reception.
Visit them at www.monellstn.com
These are just some of the vendors that you will see tomorrow evening. Come meet with them and let them help you design your perfect wedding, because remember, it's your day.
BY Matthew Harrell - January 5, 2011
Vendors to meet at the Hutton Hotel Bridal Show: Photographers
No wedding day would be complete without someone there to capture the moments and memories. Here are just a couple of professional photographers you will be able to meet at the Hutton Hotel at tomorrows Bridal Show.
Gregory Byerline Photography likes to use angles and venues that are unique to be able to capture the romance, and fun of your wedding day.
To see more from Gregory Byerline Photography, visit www.gregorybyerline.com
Another photography specialist to see at tomorrow's show is Skipper Photography. They dodged wind and rain to capture these romantic shots for Kayla and Willie at their Memphis wedding!
Visit www.skipperphoto.com to see more from Skipper Photography
BY Matthew Harrell - January 5, 2011
Vendors to meet at the Hutton Hotel Bridal Show
OK brides, tomorrow is the Enchanted Brides' Bridal Show at the Hutton Hotel in downtown Nashville, Tennesee! There will be vendors waiting to meet you and help you plan your fairytale wedding day. Let's meet one of those vendors now, Photo Booth Nashville.
Photo Booth Nashville is exactly what it sounds like, a photo booth! It's a great way for you and your guests to take home a memory of your wedding day.
To see more from Photo Booth Nashville, be sure to check out www.photoboothnashville.com, and make sure to stop by and see them, tomorrow, at the Enchanted Brides' Bridal Show at the Hutton Hotel in Music City, Nashville, Tennessee.
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