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Often times while I'm coordinating an event I think it simply isn't fair that I get all the words of appreciation from the guests, the families and the honored couple. I wish my whole team could experience it. I love what I do. I love my team. They do a great job and I want to let them know how much I appreciate them!
Here's a note I received Monday morning from our bride last weekend.

"Hi Cher!

Oh, wow!  A simple thank you just doesn't seem like enough.  You helped us to create just the kind of wedding we envisioned.  It was warm and wonderful in every way and we are so grateful to you and your staff for everything!  You went above and beyond to create a very special day for us and I sincerely appreciate it.  The ceremony area outside was beautiful.  Floyd showed me the picture of you in your full wading gear, outfitted to decorate the bough hovering over the water in the pond!  And I loved the way you decorated the room for the reception -- it was just what I had in mind and I thought it looked and felt great.

It was such a pleasure working with you.  I think you are a terrific wedding planner and a wonderful person.

All the best to you,
Amy "

It's such a great feeling to know our team cares so much and works so hard on all the details that go into each event. Thank you to my Details and Design Specialists for the attitude and effort you bring.

Palais Royale

Our new crystal candelabras and candelstick stands made their debut at The Palais Royale. What a great venue for such an elegant design, the purple color palate coordinated perfectly with the existing decor of the ballroom. 

  The regal and beautiful cake was designed by Rascia's Creative Cakes

Celler Door- at the Ramada Inn

Oh how we love the this color combo!!! Clover Green, Sunny Yellow, and Vibrant ORANGE! This fun and fabulous wedding reception was held at Cellar Door located in the Ramada Inn, downtown South Bend.

Candles and bud vases hung from the ceiling throughout Cellar Door, adding to the  fun and whimsical decor. 

River rock and curly willow sprigs were added to the centerpieces to incorporate the groom's love of the outdoors.

Arlene's Wedding Cakes

Ramada Inn

vintage super 8 + HD wedding day film

Check out the Wedding Trailer for the destination wedding we did on May 14th in Palm Coast, Florida.  Bryan and Tracey Coward, owners of Tampa Wonderworks, put this amazing teaser together and left us all wanting more! Their style truly captured the feeling of the day and captured all of the little details using both high-defination and vintage super 8.  



Chanell + Donny Coming Attractions // Super 8 + HD from Tampa Wonderworks Film and Video on Vimeo.


Can't wait to see highlights video and then the feature!! 


The Band – Kai Alece & Company
Photographer – Brian Williams
Venue – Hammock Dunes Resort
Make Up – Stephanie Calderon 
DJ and Lighting – Tagas 
Hair Stylist – Jackelyn Estevez 407-529-8996
Chair Rental – Panache

Meet and Greet

The night before the wedding the Bride and Groom invited all of their guests for cocktails on the South
Pool Deck located at the Hammock Beach Resort. This was a great opportunity for everyone to "Meet and Greet!" The Bride chose to incorporate Birds of Paradise, being it was her fiance's favorite flower!!

http://www.hammockbeach.com/

Groom cupCAKE's

Check out these fabulous and fun cupcakes designed by the Pastry Studio in Daytona Beach, FL. We are so glad

we were able to work with Sherri owner of The Pastry Studio for the rehearsal dinner and wedding on our most recent destination wedding at Hammock Beach Resort.  

The Groom loved the cupcakes that read "Hole in One," being he hit his first hole in one on May 1st! 

http://www.thepastrystudio.com/

Kinney / Parisi Wedding 05.01.10

Couldn't wait to share some of the images we took of this beautiful wedding held May 1, 2010.

This couple shared their vows at The Basilica of the Sacred Heart on the campus of Notre Dame then celebrated late into the night at the nearby Hilton Garden Inn Gillespie Conference Center.  Once again the staff there made it a pleasure to design this special celebration!

We used a saturation of deep blue and purple hues to create this passionate atmosphere. Hats off to ProShow, our lighting partner, for creating an environment the couple dreamed of.

Summer Wind photography did an excellent job capturing the day. We can't wait to get some detail photos from her. See her blog for more images.

The chosen band was "Special 20's" from Chicago. They frequently play at The House of Blues and do fabulous job entertaining.

Another highlight was hearing from a talented family friend Greg Rini. We hope to bring him on board for some future events... fantastic!

Of course, Alexis from CakeWalk created another delectable confection.

Thank you to all of our wonderful team of vendors, whom together made the event a huge success!