End-of-Year Giveaway!

I've been getting a few e-mails asking if Stylish Events is going to host a Giveaway for the Holidays. I know Christmas is over already but that doesn't mean we're done with the Holiday Season. We still have to say Good-bye to 2008, which has been a great year for Stylish Events by the way.

We love to please our clients and with the economic situation being the way it is, I bet couples would love a Day Of Coordination Contest. What a better way to welcome 2009?

So, here it is. The Stylish Events End-of-year Giveaway.

Grand Prize: Day-Of-Coordination Services by Stylish Events

Entry Requirements and Restrictions:
Wedding must take place between February 28th and December 31st, 2009. Ceremony and/or Reception Venues can be located either in Miami-Dade or Broward County.
*Dates subject to availability*

To enter, you must write a (brief) Entry telling us about:

*Your love story -how you met, the proposal, etc-
*Wedding Plans - Style, Colors, Ideas-.
*Why you think you deserve to win this Day Of Coordination Contest.
*Don't forget to include a picture with your entry!

Now, you have some writing to do. Entries must be submitted before January 15th @ 12:00 a.m to info@stylishevents.net. We will announce the Winner on January 25th, 2009. Make sure your Entries are good! :)

Good luck everyone,

Last chance to Book 2008 prices!!!

Need Day Of Coordination Services? We would love to assist you make your
Big Day more than you hoped for. Our introductory prices will be available
until December 31st, 2008 so make sure to lock in 2008 prices!

E-mail me for detailed description of the DOC services offered.
info@stylishevents.net

I want to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas!
May you enjoy this Holiday sorrounded by your loved ones.

From Stylish Events to you and your family,

Meet Sue + Bentley

Photography by Gregory Paul

Wedding Date: December 28th, 2008
Ceremony Location: Doral Golf Resort
Reception Location: Doral Golf Resort
Engagement period : 1 year

Stylish Events: How did you and Bentley meet?
Sue: Bentley and I met as friends while we were in middle school.

S.E: Where are you and Bentley from?
S: I'm born and raised in Miami and Bentley's from Indonesia

S.E: Did you have to adjust to each other's culture?
S: No adjustment needed as we both share the same culture

S.E: How long did you date before getting engaged?
S: 14 years

S.E: Describe the proposal.

S: Bentley informed me that a good friend was visiting town with his girlfriend and wanted to meet up for dinner. I work in downtown Miami and was on my way to pick up Bentley to head up to Ft. Lauderdale.

Then he calls me to tell me he was already there in the hotel hanging out with his friend. I was mad...told him I'm not rushing up there in the midst of south Florida rush hour. He asked nicely and I continued on my way.

I called him when I got to the Hyatt Pier 66. He tells me to come up to room # (I forgot the room #) since he was busy watching the football game with his friend. I was furious by now after battling the horrific south Florida traffic to get there. As I approached the room I could hear Bentley's voice thru the cracked door (you think I should have figured it by now). I knocked and pushed the door open and there he was at the end of a trail of rose petals on one knee. The silly guy couldn't find loose rose petals, so he hand-plucked each petal. He also learned to fold bath towels into 2 swans kissing.

Of course I said yes.

S.E: What was the first thing you planned for the Wedding?
S: It toook the longest time to decide on a date

S.E: Favorite aspect of planning?
S: I love it all. Meeting my share of great people along the way has been a blessing to us.

S.E: Least favorite?
S: The cost associated with it.

S.E: Give one piece of advice to recently engaged brides who are starting to plan their weddings:
S: I definitely would recommend having Karla as your planner. She is great to work with. She goes beyond the call of duty and much more. Having her help with this wedding was the best thing decision that we made.

Sue & Bentley's Wedding is almost here.It will definitely be a beautiful and unique Wedding I can't wait to be a part of. :)All the details have been perfectly incorporated to represent Sue & Bentley's culture.They also have a great team of vendors working together for their Big Day.

Lauren & J.C. {A Fairytale Wedding }

Ok!Ok! So I know I've taken forever to post about this Gorgeous Wedding but I've been super busy since I got back from my trip (that's what happens when you're gone for a week in this business). But to make it up I'm gonna blog about it with lots of pics - so much to tell!

November 29th, 2008 was a Perfect Day!

I wouldn't describe it otherwise. To begin with, we couldn't have asked for better weather. I went very early in the morning to The Four Seasons and met the beautiful bride to pick up the Pastelitos she was going to give her guests as a "Midnight Snack". She had been up all night along with her MOH's assembling the boxes and stuffing them with the yummy cuban treats. In the end, a bride always wants to make sure everything is perfect for her Big Day. And it was.

Lauren & J.C. had a Wine themed Wedding and everything was perfectly coordinated. It made it so personal and special to them.

THE SET-UP

We arrived at The Rusty Pelican to set-up all the DIY items and other details.
After the linens were set-up, we began placing all the table numbers.

The table numbers (made by the bride) were Wine bottles.

These beautiful copper chargers accented the tables
and still made room for 10 people.

The Menus (also made by the bride) which displayed their monogram
had a copper metallic backing that complimented the chargers.

Then on to the favors...

The favors were wine bottle stoppers
in brown organza bags with a "Thank you"
tag attached.

The Sign-in Table

The DIY Unity Candle was placed on
the right side.

On the right side, the bride & groom
displayed 3 of their favorite E-pics.

On the left side, their original sign-in idea.
Guests signed wine bottles with copper metallic pens.
Lauren & J.C. will drink these bottles on each anniversary.
I loved the idea! =)

The placecards were held by corks.
Everyone liked them!

THE CEREMONY

After setting up all the DIY items and other details at The Rusty Pelican, I headed off to St. Agnes Catholic Church in Key Biscayne. Beautiful Church! There were 2 white & green but gorgeous [lauren ;)] arrangements in the altar and green pomanders all along the aisle.

Guests started arriving very early. This came as a surprise since brides are usually worried that guests won't make it on time for the Ceremony but not this crowd. :) When everyone was already settled inside, the bridal party and the bride's limo arrived.

Wow! When I saw Lauren.... stunning!!!! She looked so glamorous, radiant and just happy! Then I knew that she would enjoy every single moment to the fullest and make that day unforgettable.

We got the processional ready and once everyone stood up for her entrance, Lauren made her way down the aisle with a very emotional and loving Father. It was so sweet!

THE COCKTAIL HOUR

Back at the Rusty Pelican, everything was ready for the Cocktail Hour & Reception.
The Cocktail Hour centerpiece were also made by the crafty Lauren.

They were cylinders filled with green grapes, water and a floating candles.
The cylinders had the couple's monogram wrapped with a brown ribbon.

THE RECEPTION

Inside the Ballroom, the Decor was amazing!
Ana from ABCovers did such a great job, the beautiful Centerpieces were provided by Elsa from Elegant Bodas and the lighting by DJ Ubi just completed the whole look.

Enjoy!

That room was glowing!

The GOBO on the dancefloor made such an impact
when you walked in.

After the introductions were made, it was time for the
new Mr. & Mrs. to share their first dance.

Their first dance was so romantic!
"I'll be there" by Mariah Carey

Then Lauren shared a dance with her dad...

And J.C. with his mom...

The toasts by BM's and MOH's was right after that.

Those speeched had everybody laughing! =)

Here's a pic of the Bouquet Toss:

And the garter removal:

Lauren & J.C. had a wonderful time!

They danced all night and also shared time
with their guests.

No need to mention that the Dancefloor

was packed all night!
(DJ Evelio was awesome!)

THE CAKE

This one sure deserves its own section.
That cake was definitely a piece of art created by Rosie
from Elegant Temptations.

The design was so original and creative!

The stand was created with plexiglass and had

wine bottle corks inside.

It looked gorgeous.

The topper - a wine bottle in a bucket.

Lauren and J.C. - It was a pleasure to be part of such an amazing day.
I'm glad that you enjoyed it to the fullest and now cherish great memories!
I wish you the best on the many years to come.