Trend Watch 2011:

So I’ve had a chance to catch up on the many magazines and reading material that have been gathering…

Here are some of my top 15 favorites. I adapted this from the magazine called “Arizona Weddings”

1.    Smaller guest lists. Host an intimate affair. It not only helps save you money, it allows you to spend more time with a cozy group of friends.

2.    Create a Wedding Website. A great opportunity for you to share detailed information for your guests in a timely and efficient manner. Build the site early, update it often.

3.    Fine Print. I’m a paper fanatic. I think it looks so uniform and coordinated when you pay attention to details of papery. Escort cards,  menu cards, welcome notes, ceremony programs, bag tags and coasters are just a few of the many options you can thread your signature theme throughout the entire soiree.

4.    Footloose. So I’ve seen couples share their first dance with a plan and others who just stumbled through. Live it up on the dance floor with confidence. Take lessons to have a choreographed routine to the first dance as Mr. and Mrs.

5.    Oooh La La. Have you heard of Boudoir photo shots? For his eyes only, this sultry session can leave him breathless.

6.    Let there be Light. Atmosphere lighting will create the romantic mood all couples wish for their wedding. Candles, pin spots, uplighting and gobo lighting are a must to bring your event to life.

7.    Be Bold. Chunky wedding jewelry is the craze in the most popular wedding magazines. If you wish for a classic strand of pearls, that’s fine too. I was just exposed to a new concept I think you’ll all love. How does the idea of recycling your bouquet into jewelry sound? Contact me for more information.

8.    Hang out in Lounge Seating. Kick up your feet and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere of a personalized lounge. We offer different styles and looks that have made this popular trend a must.

9.    Sweet Endings. Dessert bars as late night snacks or after dinner treats will satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth. These beautifully coordinated displays can also serve as your favors.

10. Swag Bags. Thank your out of town guests by offering them a pretty, yet practical package upon check in. Maps, necessary wedding info, transportation schedules, hot spots and local treats will really wow your guests the minute they hit town.

11. Entertain the Kids. Consider a separate area for the kids. A party that is uniquely their own complete with babysitting and kid-friendly food and activities will be the perfect solution for guests with families.

12. Reinventing Film. A good videographer will truly capture the emotion of the day. This has been a recent sought after request I’m hearing from all of my brides. I encourage this edited media clip for each couple I’m working with these days. You won’t regret a well produced short film of your big day.

13. Let us Entertain You. We’ve gotten really creative with this one. How about a Michael Jackson impersonator? A photo booth or PicFlips mobile studio provide a fun and clever take home for your guests.

14. Change Things Up. The gown you wear for the ceremony doesn’t have to be as formal for the reception. Change into a different party dress and get your dancing shoes one. Who says it needs to be white? Shoes have certainly shifted from matching to hot color and have caught the eve of many photographers as a must have shot.

15. Lasting Memories. Well wishes or Make a Wish Wishing Wells are great alternatives to the traditional way of recording your guests’ attendance. Personalized messages rather than old-fashioned guest books are a meaningful extra… long after the I do’s.

Veils & Vows Photo Shoot

We were thrilled when Michiana Veils & Vows Magazine asked us to design for their Winter Color Palette at Morris Farms in Niles, Michigan. 

 Adorned with silver, crystal, and diamonds accents, Morris Farms was the perfect setting for this winter color palette. 

Thanks to Michiana Veils and Vows for asking us to be part of their color palette!

Other Vendors: 

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Merry and Bright

As you all know we LOVE details, so we thought what better way to share one of our "favorite things" with you this holiday season than to decorate a tree with one of them?! Our goal at every event is to create the theme 'Expect the Unexpected.' We wanted to design our tree for the TREES! exhibit with an unexpected element. Our tree is decorated entirely with ribbon, with so many options, the biggest challenge was what ribbon to use! 

This exhibit, showcases Christmas trees decorated by community designers and retailers at the Center for History, downtown South Bend. 

The exhibit is open from 10am-5pm Monday - Saturday and 12-5 Sunday, admission is $8 for an adult, $6.50 seniors, and $5 youth 96-17)

From our Merry Me! Family to yours we wish you all things Merry and Bright this holiday season! 

Center for History

808 W. Washington

South Bend, IN 46601

574.235.9664

Visit the Museums at Washington and Chapin

Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center Celebrates their Plymouth Hospital's 100 years!

 We had the privilege of partnering with SJRMC again for a beautiful cocktail party reception. Our venue was the newly remodeled Marshall County Museum in Plymouth, Indiana.

Swan Lake Resort catered the event with a delicious assortment of appetizers and sweets.

We enjoy the freedom to design when clients offer minimal restriction. Our decor was a harvest of fall hues. We chose aubergine, burnt orange and artichoke. Blending these tones with rich texture and unexpected elements were the perfect backdrop for the celebration.

Southern Wedding

10-10-10 was a popular date for couples everywhere and what a perfect day it was! The changing leaves served as a beautiful backdrop for the ceremony and ballroom overlooking the golf course of Elcona County Club.  

The rich fall tones filled the ballroom enhanced with amber uplighting throughout the room. 

Congratulations to the Southern Newlyweds! 

Lighting: ProShow

Photos :Brownewell Photography

Recognition Societies Post- Game Party

Notre Dame asked us to create a festive environment for the Recognition Societies Post- Game  Celebration, our goal was to design a fun and energetic atmosphere that becomes the must see place on campus, post game.

Complete with a DJ, Pro Show, the "Endzone" Lounge was designed to resemble a bar right inside Mckenna Hall.

The Lobby of Mckenna hall was decorated in traditional and fun Notre Dame Flair .

With all bases covered inside, including the "Sidelines" kids area, filled with crafts, toys, movies, and games, we also designed a game day atmosphere outside. 

Merry Me! enjoyed being apart of the game day spirit on campus and look forward to the last few home games, with an Irish Win!! 

Inspiration Boards

Over the past year we have provided Brides with Inspiration Boards, we create these after meeting with the bride and understanding what the couple wants as the overall feel of their wedding.  Inspiration Boards, unite all of the components they have shared with us and our designs  creating one overall vision ( or atmosphere.) All while allowing the Bride to see their event in a unique way, seeing all of the elements come together before the actual event serves as a great reference to the bride and other vendors as they continue on with the planning process.  

Here are a few Inspiration Boards from past events:  

We enjoy searching and pulling photos for Inspiration Boards, as you can see each and every board is uniquely created for every bride. This is a great reference for us as well, as we continue on with the design process creating the wedding of the couples dreams!