Farah & Randy's Wedding

Farah & Randy tied the knot at the Spanish Monastery on October 25th, 2009. They had a Spanish themed Wedding and all their guests raved about the Decor and Flamenco Performance during dinner.

Farah was great to work with because she is very meticulous and great to communicate with. We must have exchanged countless emails for the short time we worked together. She made sure I had all Contracts right away and we were great at getting everything in writing to avoid issues arising the Day of the Wedding. This was a big factor on the success and smoothness of the night. Plus she hired very reliable professionals, which only makes my job that much easier.

Here are the amazing Vendors that made this possible:

Photography: Ashley Colhouer
Video: Focused on Forever
Catering: A Fancy Fiesta
Florist: Heidi, Terra Flowers
Linens: AB Cover Designers
DJ: Ubi's Music Production
Flamenco Performance: Flamenco Puro
Hair & Make Up: George & Gus
Cake: Lily, Edible Creations

The following pictures don't make this beautiful Wedding justice but you get to peek at all the Decor and the gorgeous Bride. You can check Ashley's Blog for Professional pitures coming soon...




































Congratulations to the Happy Couple. It was a pleasure working with you!

Stylish Events NEW Website!!!

I'm happy to announce that Stylish Events NEW Website is up and running! I'm loving the way it turned out and very proud to have been behind the Design.


We were analizing the company business plan and goals at the end of Stylish Events first Anniversary and decided that a re-branding process for Stylish Events was in order. We wanted our Brand to reflect what this company is really all about. Stylish Events is a Boutique Wedding Planning & Coordination company designed to assist the Chic, Savvy Bride; therefore our new look is clean, fresh and modern.

We patiently began the process with a NEW logo, then a NEW Blog Design and now we reveal our NEW Website! We hope you love it, too.

Check it out:

Tammy & Yosbanis Wedding 10.10.09

Tammy & Yosbanis Wedding came out beautiful despite all the challenges of the day. They had a very intimate and emotional Ceremony followed by a super fun Reception!

Photography by Alina M.
Flowers by Landy's Flowers
DJ - Willy Lopez, The DJ Connection

The gorgeous dress...

Love the Wedding Bands!

Tammy got ready at the Doral Resort & Spa.

CEREMONY

The Ceremony overlooked the lake at Isles of Bayshore in Cutler Bay. Tammy envisioned this beautiful Huppah with Chandeliers and it turned out beautiful. Landy's Flowers by Gerardo did a great job assembling despite the wind.

Tammy also ordered white lanterns that adorned the aisle and lit her way to the altar.

Yosbanis saying his vows to Tammy. Very emotional moment!

The Centerpieces complimented the Reception Decor. They consisted of gold candelabras with all white hydrangeas and white roses. They were raffled to the guests at the end of the night playing "Who knew more about the Bride & Groom".

Tammy & Yosbanis hired a Samba Dancer to get the "La Hora Loca" started and everyone loved it!People were wearing guajiros hats, beads, maracas, you name it.

After that, it was time for Tammy to toss her bouquet...

Their guests sent them off with sparklers at the end of the night.

Congrats Tammy & Yosbanis!

Q & A: Should I hire a videographer?

One of the most common regrets Brides usually have post-Wedding is not having hired a Videographer.

I'm gonna tell you why.

I find that when Brides are building their Budget Spreadsheet (you do have one, right?), they budget for

Photography but often forget to include Video because:

a) They don't think they need one (after all, you did splurge on your Photojournalistic Photographer),

b) They don't want one (at the moment) and

c) "I'm only gonna watch it once and then put it away".

Yes, you do keep your pictures. You stalk your Photographer's Blog for teasers while you are Honeymooning and then anxiously wait for your album. But, after the Wedding most Brides feel it's all a blur and you'll want to relive your Wedding Day over and over again. Your pictures are a great way to capture your Day as it happens, telling the story through candid shots.

Video is a whole other way to relive your day, almost literally. You get to see everything that happened that day LIVE, even things you didn't get to see. For example, after your Ceremony you took Formal Portraits with your family and your Videographer captured your guests mingling in your Cocktail Hour, signing your Guestbook and taking funny pictures in your Photobooth. They're so much going on that it's virtually impossible to be everywhere as much as you sink in every moment.

So, let's revisit the 3 reasons, shall we?

a) They don't think they need one.
Consider if you want to relive your Day through beautiful still pictures only. If you are 100% sure you do,
then you might not need a Video. Keep in mind that you may feel completely different when the Wedding is over and there's no going back.

b) They don't want one (at the moment).
Usually, what happens is that you don't budget for Video at the beginning and by the time you realize that you do want one, it's too late. You didn't leave any wiggle room for "extras" and you're already over budget as it is. This is when you either end up with no Video, or can not afford the quality you really want.

c) "I'm only gonna watch it once and then put it away".
This one makes me laugh. There is NO way, you'll watch your Video only once and then put it away. From what I hear, it gets watched at least 3 times a day when you have Wedding Planning withdrawal. You watch, pause, you analyze the details that you planned so hard for 1 year. Another thing to remember is that, even if you're not a fan of Video, it is a nice memento to have for your kids of your Wedding.

It's always better to safe than sorry. If you budget for Video since the beginning, you'll have nothing to worry about. If along the way, you decide you no longer want it there's always something to use that money for. The problem lies when you don't account for it and are left working wonders to squeeze it in. Worst case scenario, at least have a Videographer to capture your Ceremony. This is what the day is all about, you and your fiance uniting in Marriage and saying your Vows to each other.

Think about it, talk it over with your fiance. Ask your married friends how they felt after the Wedding, those who did have Video and specially those who did not.

Question submitted by Carmen M. If you have a question that you wish be answered in Stylish Events Blog, you may submit it in the Contact page.

Meet: Tammy & Yosbanis

E-pics by Alina M. Photography

Wedding Date: October 10, 2009

Ceremony & Reception Location:

Isles at Bayshore Country Clubhouse, Cutler Bay , Fl

Wedding Style/Colors: Elegant Gold and Ivory Wedding.

Stylish Events: How did you and Yosbanis meet?

Tammy: We met at a Party on the Last Weekend of Summer 2000. At first I wanted to have the "just friends" relationship but after a few months of him pursuing me and I saw he began to speak to other girls I came and snatched him right up! hehehe...

S.E: How long was your Engagement?

T: We have been dating for about 10 years and "officially" got engaged on March 10, 2009. Although we always knew we would get married we placed other priorities such as purchasing our first home and finishing college before getting married. Now we are ready to tie the knot~!

S.E: Tell us about your First Date

T: Our first date was to the Movies to see "Hallow Man" . As soon as the movie was done Yosbanis encountered some car issues and told me we had to go to his house to pick up the spear key, since his car was at the mechanic. I was like " oh..no...another loser!" But sure enough he was far from that.. the following day he came by my house to take me to the mall and he was in his car, his gorgeous Red 2 seater sports car that had been at the mechanic for a tune up on the night of our first date.

S.E: How did he propose?

T: We had been secretly saving for a wedding but there was just talk of it, but since he knows how picky I am, went shopping for rings for the future and I feel in love with my 1.5 carat white gold princess cut ring and knew I had to have it. So we placed it on hold. One random day after works he asks me to go out to eat at our favorite restaurant " Bahamas Breeze" little did I know the WHOLE restaurant knew he was going to proposed with my favorite dessert! After dinner he had the chef bring my dessert and around the edge of the plate 3 chocolate hearts were drawn with the famous 4 word "Will You Marry Me?" by the time I looked up Yosbanis was nervously taking our the box with my ring I had fallen in love with and on 1 knee. As soon as I said yes the whole restaurant cheered and we were happily officially engaged ♥

S.E: What has been your favorite aspect of Planning?

T: Everything about it! I love planning, researching and negotiating good deals. I loved meeting the people I met and learning new ideas and things in the wedding industry. But my favorite part of all was seeing my friends and family offering help to make sure my wedding is successful. Also MY BACHELORETTE PARTIES!! ( 1 in Miami and 1 in the Bahamas) Now that's Celebrating Big!

S.E: Dish some of your Wedding Details

T: Ceremony would take place outside in front of a beautiful Lake under a white linen chuppa with white roses and hydrangeas, with 3 white crystal scroll chandeliers.
Cocktail will be a poolside candle light 30 minutes with live violin musician playing classical music while guest sign the guest book and enjoy cocktails.
Reception will take place inside a beautiful Spanish style clubhouse elegantly decorated with white tall floral arrangements and lots of ivory candles.

S.E: Finish this sentence: "I can't wait 'til my Wedding Day..."

T: to be Married in the Eyes of God to my Best Friend... Share the celebration with the people that love us and wear my pretty Piccione Bridal dress ♥

S.E: Give one piece of advice for recently engaged Brides

T: Enjoy every moment of your wedding planing process... Yes its very stressful, but hey you need to enjoy it because its a wonderful experience.

There's no doubt Tammy & Yosbanis' Wedding will be beautiful and lots of fun! Check back for pictures from their Wedding after October 10th.