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DB Images E-session Contest!




For those of you who love entering Contests, here is yet another opportunity. Devynn @ DBImages is offering a chance to win an Engagement shoot with her ($250 value). What do you need to do to enter?

Here's the scoop --->

"*email Devynn at info@dbimages.ca

*title of your email should be “DB Images’ Blog Contest”

*include your name, fiance’s name, wedding date and phone number (I promise no stalking phone calls, only if you win will I use this!)

*Tell me why you think you and your fiance should win — this can be funny, a sappy love story, anything to make me laugh or cry and you may be the winner!
A few notes, travel charges may apply. All entries must be in by midnight on May 15th, 2009. Winner will be announced on the blog by May 18th, 2009. Engagement session must occur by July 31st, 2009. "

Visit her Blog to check out her Portfolio!

I have had the pleasure of working with Devynn in a couple of the Weddings I've coordinated and she's always great to work with. Fun, friendly and focused. My clients have been very pleased with her services and in love with all their pictures from Engagement to Wedding images. Devynn is very talented and I higly recommend her!

Good luck everyone,





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{Weekend get-away}

It is my husband's B-day on Monday and we have plans to celebrate 24/7 starting today. =) This is pretty much the first weekend that we have completely off in quite a while. We're going on a much deserved weekend get-away and are totally looking forward to having lots of fun and relaxing.

I'll be back on Monday and will answer your e-mails.

Happy weekend everyone,

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Green Wedding Tips


Today is Earth Day and I'm happy to know that more eco-friendly ideas are being incorporated in Weddings now days. Your Wedding can still be stylish and chic but benefit the environment at the same time. I read an article on Simply Dazzling Events Blog about "101 Ways to Make a Wedding Eco-Chic".

Instead of posting the article, I decided to pick the best tips.
Here they are:

1. Have the Ceremony & Reception at the same location.
2.Create a wedding website, rather than using mailer inserts with your invitation.
3. Use a reply postcard, rather than a note card that needs an envelope.
4. Buy a pre-owned Wedding dress (saves you money too!)
5. Use your Grandma’s vintage veil. It can be your “something borrowed”.
6. Use recycled gold for your Wedding rings.
7. In lieu of a favor, give the money to a charity for a greener world.
8. Plant a tree in memory of your wedding day. Then, plant a tree together on every anniversary.

Other tips I can think of:

9. Make a "Menu Card" per table instead of placing one at every place setting.
10. Toss petals or blow bubbles at your Ceremony instead of rice or non-biodegradable products.
11. Try to make your Wedding items double-purpose such as Program Fans for the Ceremony and Favor placecards for the Reception.


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Janette & Emerson's Beach Wedding

I'm a firm believer that everything happens for a reason. I loved working with Janette and it was definitely meant to be. She had contacted me last year about her date but I was corresponding with another bride already so she went another way. Back in January of this year, she contacted me again because she was looking for a new DOC and I had released the date, so we met and had a great time chatting about her Wedding plans and other coincidences that connected us. Janette had also seen me at Sue & Bentley's Wedding back in December since she and Sue went to UF together.

The Ceremony took place at Plymouth Congregational Church in Coconut Grove at 2:00 pm on Saturday April 18th. Gil Sosa provided the personal flowers for Bride, Groom and Bridal Party as well as altar arrangements for the Church. Atfer the Cermemony, guests headed to a private property in the Florida Keys; the drive was almost 2 hours long, but so worth it! The property sits on the beachfront in Tavernier Key and has a long Pier that made for beautiful pictures.

Janette & Emerson wanted to have a fun and relaxed Reception and this was the perfect place. We arrived early to begin the transformation from a residential property into an Elegant Beach Reception. Even though we had a perfect weather, we faced a predictable challenge with the unbearabe wind. It was knocking everything off the tables but fortuntely the intensity decreased as the hours went by. Paella Party caterered the event and brought all tables, white padded chairs and glassware.



Janette rented the green crinkle tablecloths from ABCovers Designers and Emerson was in charge of all their Wedding paper goods: Programs (Church), Menus, and Table numbers. He did an amazing job!

The Cocktail Hour was set-up in the entrance driveway of the property. They had "Mojitos" as their signature drink and the cute centerpieces were small bowls filled with shells and a green floating candle. Paella Party had a tower display of fruit and cheeses that everyone raved about.

A E-pic enlargement welcomed the guests next to the Sign-in table. The Escort cards were tied with blue organza ribbon to a white sea star to follow the beach theme and a white basket with parasols was also displayed. The Centerpieces were beautiful white orchid plants. The favors were chocolate bars in matching green or blue bags and small wine bottles. Cake was made by Divine Delicacies and music was provided by DJ Stephen.



The Bride & Groom had prepared a surprise by taking dance lessons for a choreographed First dance. They had all guests cheering them up and loving it! After the Father and Mother dance, the 3 Maids of Honor gave their heart-felt speech and got the bride and some guests teary eyed as well as some laughs. The 3 Best Men gave their speech towards the end of Dinner. Paella Party cooked on site and everyone raved how delicious it was.

As soon as the party music played, the dance floor was packed all night long! We even had to move some tables around because apparently the dance area was not big enough :).



Janette & Emerson will go on a 20-day Honeymoon soon. I hope you guys have a great time. It was an amazing experience to be part of your Big Day!

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Jenise & Ralph's Wedding

Jenise & Ralph were the Contest winners of our End-of-year Giveaway in December 2008. Their entry stood out right away not only because they are a lovely couple with an interesting Love story but also because they live in California and I knew they would really use my help for the Day Of.

I met Jenise, her mom and Ralph's mom at Jungle Island for our walk-through when she visited Miami in late January. We connected immediately and were corresponding at all times from there on. There had been some issues and several changes with the Venue that made Jenise feel less than confident. I made sure I knew as much as possible about their Wedding plans to be ready to make decisions.

Jenise & Ralph planned for a beautiful Tropical themed Wedding with an outdoor Ceremony followed by an outdoor Reception in Lakeside Cafe Terrace. Since Miami's weather is totally unpredictable, we had a back-up plan that I wanted to leave just as that. We were hoping for perfect weather but it rained on and off the Day of the Wedding so the back-up plan had to be implemented.

The Ceremony took place in the Arboretum Ballroom and best efforts were made to make it look as nice as possible since its original location -The Lover's Perch- was surrounded by beautiful scenery of all kinds of trees and a nice waterfall.


Harpist Deborah Fleisher was hired for the Ceremony and Officiant Eddie Rodriguez pronounced Jenise & Ralph Husband and Wife. After the Ceremony, guests were guided downstairs to the Cocktail Hour right outside Jungle Island's Cafe.


Dj Steven from Vision DJ's played some lounge music while guests mingled and enjoyed some hor d'oeuvres and cold drinks on the covered terrace. A DIY Cardbox was displayed on the Gift table along with floral arrangements also made by the Bride. The Cocktail tables centerpieces were cylinders filled with mini white orchids and a floating candle.





Jenise & Ralph took some pics around Jungle Island and then joined their guests for the last 15 minutes of the Cocktail. Inside the Cafe, the Reception was set-up and the surroundings were camouflaged by lots of plants rented by Jungle Island. As soon as guests walked in, they found the Sign-in Guestbook with Engagements pics of the couple and their Escort cards. These were made with frames painted in the colors of the Wedding.


The tables had turquoise crinkled overlays provided by the Bride and silver charger plates. The Centerpieces were DIYed by the Bride and her mom with elegant callas in small cylinders decorated with raffia. The favors were pastries baked by the Bride (she rocks!) in green favor bags with blue ribbons. On the place settings, little Photo share cards were displayed for guests to upload their pics of the night and share with the newlyweds online. The buttercream Cake was made by Edda's and decorated with mini green orchids.





Jenise & Ralph did not want any formal introductions, so they entered the Reception along with their guests and as soon as everyone was seated the DJ called them to the dance floor for their First Dance. Then, Jenise dance with her dad and Ralph with his mom at the same time.

After the dances, it was time for the Toasts. Ralph's sister and Maid of Honor gave her speech first followed by Jenise's brother and Best Man, who had everyone laughing. Dinner was served right after and took longer than estimated but the DJ hit it off with party music and guests were on the dance floor all night! Flip-flop baskets were brought out for comfort and guests were loving them. :)




I had a great time coordinating this Wedding and I'm glad that despite rain, everything still came out beautiful and most importantly Jenise, Ralph and their families really enjoyed themselves. Linda, mother of the bride, was great to work with!

Best wishes Jenise & Ralph in your future together. It was a pleasure to be a part of your memorable Day!


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Charlotte & Robert's Wedding

Charlotte & Robert were married on Sunday March 15th, 2009 at The Shane Center in Miami Beach. It was a beautiful day with perfect weather. The Ceremony took place at 5:00 pm on the Terrace overlooking the Creek.

The focal point consisted of a wooden huppah accented with curly willow branches and white orchids in the top decorated by Benny from Lazarus Flowers. The white garden padded chairs were provided by Hitched Event Rentals. These were set-up arched from the aisle to create a cozy feel for the Bride & Groom's Ceremony.

Charlotte looked stunning!!! Slim mermaid gown, chapel length veil and perfect Hair & Make-up. I'll never forget that when it was time for her to walk-down the aisle in the arm of her father, she was emotionally overhelmed and graciously broke down in tears ;) It was a real special moment she had been planning for quite a while.



They were pronnounced Husband and Wife by Officiant Cecilia Johson from Weddings by Cecilia and who I highly recommended to the couple. After the Ceremony, a short "Cocktail Hour" was held in the breezeway.

As guests entered the Ballroom, they were welcomed by a silver Manzanita Tree with hanging votives sorrounded by Escort Rocks displaying the name of the Guest on one side and the Table number on the other. The Reception was glowing! Dark silver pintuck Linens, Light silver Charger Plates, White napkins and silver Chiavari Chairs with white cushions made a contrast on the tables. The Centerpieces consisted of Hydrangeas, Calla lillies and Curly willow branches. The sparkly silver mirrow vases were purchased by the bride so guests were able to take them and they can be re-used for home decor.



The favors were alternated with scented candles in silver organza bags and personalized photo M&M's boxes. The table numbers were DIY cylinders displaying the respective number on velum paper and accented with black and white ribbon on top and bottom. The bride also DIY'd the Cardbox.

The Sweetheart table decor included 3 silver mirror candle holders in different heights and 2 cylinders with callas on the ends of the table. It was not overkilled with flowers but it looked really elegant. On the dance floor ceiling, hanged white paper lanterns along with white parasols.It have the Reception a chic loungy feel that Charlotte was going for. To compliment that she rented white lounge furniture (a sofa and 2 ottomans) from Hitched.

Amelia & Carmen Catering served delicious Cuban food and were also in charge of linens, chargers, glassware and Bar. The Cake was custom made by Jose Angel from Mr. Bees as per the bride's request based on a picture from a Bridal Magazine. It was enhanced with orange orchids. The amazing Devynn Bohn from DB Images took some great shots and Javier from My Treasure Videos filmed the event.



Music from Ceremony to Reception was provided by DJ Ubi and he had the guests dancing all night! Everyone was having fun and Charlotte danced the night away and was later joined by her husband. :)

And to think that if a few decisions wouldn't have been made, this Wedding could not have been as beautiful as it was. Charlotte & Robert initially had another Venue but the grass was greener for them on the other side. It was all worthy in the end and I'm glad I was a part of it! I wish you guys many happy years together. Thank you for having me. Your families are great!

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Buget-concious?


If these times have you thinking of ways to save, here is a cute example of a dual-purpose item: favor & placecard. And who doesn't love chocolate?

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Zahaira & Andy's Wedding

Zahaira & Andy were sent my way by one of Zahaira's closest friends and previous client of mine, Gladys {Thanks}. As soon as I met with them, I realized that Andy was a very involved and opinionated Groom (in a good way!). During the planning process, he was always thinking of even the small details and wanted to make sure their Wedding was the most fun one their guests had attended. Said and done...Their Wedding was a blast!!! =D

They were married on March 14th, 2009 at St. Francis de Sales in Miami Beach and then celebrated among 80+ guests at Jungle Island. Their Wedding colors were Tiffany Blue & Chocolate Brown. Zahaira and Andy incorporated their cultures into the Table numbers by naming cities from their countries of origin, Puerto Rico and Colombia. Gladys offered to help them with their paper goods; she designed and printed their Menus, Table numbers and Signs.

Their favors were cute little tins filled with tiffany blue & brown M&M's. The linens and chairs were provided by ABCover Designers and consisted of satin Tiffany Blue tablecloths and Chocolate Brown napkins along with magohany Chivari chairs and ivory cushions.



The Sign-in table displayed decorative frames serving as "Escort Cards", which were made by the Bride and Groom with metallic ivory cardstock and decorated with rhinestones. Their Photo guestbook was brought from the Cocktail Hour later and placed on the left side for guests to leave a message for the newlyweds.

Gil Sosa was in charge of the floral design from personal flowers for the Bride, Groom & Bridal Party to the Centerpieces, Sweetheart & Sign-in table. He did an amazing job with everything and his designs definitely added elegance to the Reception. The custom Cake was made by Ana Paz and inspired by a picture in a Bridal magazine. It took a lot of manual labor to create the detailed work on the white fondant base. It was gorgeous!

The Cocktial Hour took place in the Terrace by the Cafe overlooking the flamingos. The centerpieces were cylinders filled with blue-colored water and rocks with a floating candle. An unexpectd visitor was taken to the Cocktail Hour by Jungle Island: a kangaroo. Guests were loving it and lining up to take pictures.



Then guests were taken to the Ballroom and a night full of fun was instore for them. As soon as the Introdcutions were done, the Bride & Groom once again surprised their guests with a slideshow of pictures of them from when they were kids, through their relationship and trips, etc. Everyone LOVED it and there were smiles and tears everywhere. It was a very emotional moment!

Then it was time for the First Dance, followed by the Zahaira and her dad and last but not least, Andy danced with his mom. They hired a live band to ensure that their guests were on the dancefloor the whole night and they did not dissapoint. Marlon, the lead singer performed the best of latin songs from merengue to salsa to ballenato, which is a genre native of Colombia. When the band took a break, they had a DJ in charge of entertaining.

A Chocolate fountain was brought out at this point for a midnight snack.
Around 1 am, Andy's cousin wanted to do somethin special for the couple and brought masks and other accesories for the "Crazy Hour". The band hit it off with carnival music and the newlyweds were joined in the dancefloor by all the guests.

Overall, it was a very fun night and most importantly Zahaira & Andy had a blast. They are on their Honeymoon right now and I wish them a blessed marriage and many years of happiness together.

Photo & Video Credit to Boda, Inc.

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